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/ 642 days ago

Crystal Palace owner hopes for formation of World Super League

American businessman John Textor has called for the formation of a new super league. The previously proposed European Super League (ESL), however, will not exactly cut it for the billionaire. Instead, Textor is essentially hoping to create a World Super League consisting from clubs from all over the globe. The Florida native currently owns a […]

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/ 665 days ago

Liverpool targeting summer move for highly rated USMNT star

Liverpool is eyeing a summer move for Fulham defender Antonee Robinson. The United States men's national team star has grown into one of the more reliable players at the west London club. In fact, Cottagers manager Marco Silva has opted to start Robinson in 22 Premier League games this season. The only top-flight match the […]

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/ 665 days ago

Pro/rel fueling American investment in English soccer teams

Florida-based businessman Tom Piatak recently became the latest American to invest in an English professional soccer club. The CEO of Magellan Transport Logistics officially took control of Carlisle United through the Castle Sports Group back in November. Upon completing the purchase, Piatak proclaimed that he "wanted a club with considerable commercial upside." This was even […]

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/ 670 days ago

Forest tried to replace Turner with De Gea, Ramsdale, Kelleher

Nottingham Forest apparently went through desperate measures in their attempt to replace Matt Turner. The United States men's national team star only just arrived to the club in August on a four-year deal. While the move was generally thought to be shrewd signing, Turner's time in the East Midlands may not last as long as […]

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/ 671 days ago

Forest signs goalkeeper as Turner's time as club's starter to end

Matt Turner's time as a starting goalkeeper at Nottingham Forest looks to be coming to an end. The United States men's national team star previously joined the club from fellow Premier League side Arsenal in the summer. Forest ended up paying around $9 million for the shot-stopper. The move by Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to […]

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/ 673 days ago

Nottingham Forest nears deal to replace Matt Turner as starter

Nottingham Forest is looking at ways to replace Matt Turner in goal. The United States men's national team star was previously seen as a shrewd signing by the club back in August. Forest grabbed the goalkeeper from Arsenal in a deal worth around $9 million. However, things have not exactly gone as planned for the […]

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/ 680 days ago

Marseille attempts to lure Gio Reyna away from Nottingham deal

Marseille has joined the race to sign United States men's national team star Gio Reyna from Borussia Dortmund. The versatile midfielder is almost certain to leave the German giants during the January transfer market. However, the French side will have to battle out other clubs to sign the American. It was previously reported on Tuesday […]

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/ 692 days ago

Crystal Palace's American co-owner may sell stake in team

American businessman John Textor is reportedly considering selling his minority stake in Crystal Palace. Textor previously purchased a 40% ownership in the Premier League side back in the summer of 2021. However, he gradually increased this stake to 46% over the next two years. The businessman currently co-owns the Eagles alongside Josh Harris, David Blitzer, […]

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/ 705 days ago

Dortmund willing to let Gio Reyna go in summer transfer window

Gio Reyna's future with Borussia Dortmund seems fairly uncertain heading into 2024. The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) star was previously seen as one of club's most prized youngsters. However, his perceived value has dropped significantly in recent seasons. In fact, Transfermarkt previously rated Reyna at about $46 million in December of 2021. The […]

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/ 712 days ago

777 Partners move one step closer to buying Everton

777 Partners has cleared a massive hurdle in their attempt to purchase a majority stake in Everton. The investment firm previously agreed to buy 94% of the club from current owner Farhad Moshiri back in September. The deal, however, hit several snags in the following months. Multiple red flags quickly popped up regarding the financial […]

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/ 715 days ago

Marsch says Major League Soccer's problem is geographical

Jesse Marsch is enjoying his time away from the pitch despite interest from several clubs, including some in Major League Soccer. The former RB Leipzig and Leeds United manager was fired by the English club back in February and has taken his time looking for another coaching job. For now, the American has been contributing […]

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/ 716 days ago

Bob and Michael Bradley to remain at Stabæk despite relegation

Bob Bradley and his son, Michael, are remaining with Norwegian side Stabæk, despite the club's recent relegation. The former United States men's national team manager previously accepted the position in Norway earlier this fall. Stabæk sat 15th of 16 top-flight teams at the time of Bradley's arrival at the club. The Blues had hoped that […]

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/ 719 days ago

USMNT star may cut loan short to return to Leeds

USMNT star, Brenden Aaronson, may be heading back to Leeds United sooner than expected. The United States men's national team star previously completed a loan deal to move from England to Union Berlin. The German side secured an agreement to temporarily sign Aaronson after Leeds was relegated from the Premier League in May. However, the […]

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/ 727 days ago

Botafogo's US owner makes Brasileirao match-fixing claims

The Brasileirão season concluded on Wednesday, but Botafogo owner John Textor is still fighting over match-fixing allegations. Palmeiras collected its 12th Brazilian Serie A title this week. The Big Green clinched the championship on the night by grabbing a point against Cruzeiro. The draw, mixed with losses by Atletico Mineiro and Flamengo, officially meant that […]

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/ 767 days ago

Most successful Americans in Champions League history

Players hailing from the USA in the UEFA Champions League are a relatively modern occurrence. Only since the mid-1990s have Americans started making regular appearances in the world's premier club competition. But which Americans are the most successful in the UEFA Champions League? Breaking into a big European club is a major mark of success […]