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/ 1042 days ago

MLS team valuations to surpass $1 billion next year, says Garber

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber has claimed that valuations of the league's teams will soon exceed $1 billion. Garber made the comments during a recent interview with Bloomberg. Los Angeles Football Club became the first MLS club to reach $1 billion in valuation according to Forbes back in February. However, the commissioner believes most […]

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/ 1043 days ago

MLS teams receive FIFA World Cup windfall

FIFA has officially announced payment plans in their Club Benefits Program for the 2022 World Cup. The governing body of the sport essentially paid every club worldwide to release players for the massive tournament. In all, FIFA paid out a total of $209 million as 440 clubs released 837 total players for the World Cup […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Arsenal open to $65 million Folarin Balogun transfer

Arsenal is apparently willing to complete a Folarin Balogun transfer this summer, despite his recent success on loan. The United States men's national team striker netted an impressive 22 goals in 39 total appearances with French side Reims last season. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen if club manager Mikel Arteta rates the striker high […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Christian Pulisic saying all the right things after AC Milan move

Christian Pulisic was officially introduced as a new AC Milan player on Thursday. The United States men's national team star moved to the Italian giants from Chelsea for a fee in the region of $24 million. He will wear the number 11 shirt at his new club, previously worn by Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The 24-year-old attacker […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Women’s World Cup teams abandon friendly after 20 minutes

A behind-closed-doors friendly between the Ireland and Colombia women's teams was cancelled after just 20 minutes. The friendly was abandoned for being overly physical. Both teams are at the 2023 Women's World Cup. BBC is reporting that Ireland midfielder Denise O'Sullivan suffered a significant injury in the early stages of the matchup. O'Sullivan's injury was […]

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/ 1043 days ago

PSG's player ex-agent slams 'prison' club amid Mbappe drama

The Kylian Mbappe drama with Paris Saint-Germain has been closely monitored in recent weeks. In fact, it is expected to remain a subject of interest throughout the remainder of the summer transfer window. The Frenchman has indicated that he will leave PSG as a free agent next summer. However, it seems like his club will […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Nike drops the ball, ends 25-year Premier League partnership

After 25 years of collaboration, Nike and the Premier League have decided to end their partnership. Production of official Premier League footballs will now move to Puma. Since the 2000-01 season, American sportswear company Nike has produced the official ball. The 2023-24 season will celebrate 24 years of Nike's trademark design. The current deal between […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Bayern chiefs fly to London for decisive Harry Kane meeting

Daniel Levy will host Harry Kane negotiations with travelling representatives of Bayern Munich in the coming days. Christian Falk of Sport Bild claims that Bayern Munich have informed the Spurs chairman of their desire to purchase Harry Kane this summer. Members of the Bavarian club's upper management met with their Spurs counterparts in London in […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Player’s astonishing transfer U-turn leaves Man City stunned

Kyle Walker's Bayern Munich move is alive and well. With speculation running for some time, we're now nearing a resolution. However, recent developments suggest a shift in the player's stance which has left Manchester City stunned. Last month, Walker seemed to dispel exit rumors by expressing his commitment to Manchester City and a desire to […]

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/ 1043 days ago

MLS open to Saudi Arabian investment in team ownership

In recent times, there has been an increase in investments by sovereign wealth funds in sports. Saudi Arabia, represented by the country's Public Investment Fund (PIF), currently own Newcastle United. Moreover, Bloomberg reported on Thursday that the PIF has expressed interest in potentially acquiring another European club. To diversify the Saudi economy, boost the country's […]

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/ 1043 days ago

West Ham to use Declan Rice funds for his replacement

When the Declan Rice money finally arrives, West Ham United will be flush with disposable income. Once Arsenal finalizes the deal, the Irons are reportedly confident that they can sign Southampton star James Ward-Prowse. Declan Rice's protracted transfer from West Ham to Arsenal has prompted much speculation about potential successors. The Gunners and their London […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Brentford and Aston Villa in bidding war for EPL forward

Aston Villa are experiencing a hectic summer transfer window in the hopes of bolstering their squad. Unai Emery has set his sights on acquiring attacking players with Moussa Diaby a target. However, According to the Daily Mail, Villa have shown the most interest in a Brennan Johnson transfer. Forest value Johnson above $66 million, but […]

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/ 1043 days ago

Inter Miami price Messi unveil tickets at $30 for general public

Tickets for Sunday night's Messi 'The Unveil' at Inter Miami's DRV PNK Stadium are now on sale online. After season ticket holders claimed their free tickets, a limited number of seats are available to the general public. Inter Miami is coining the event La PresentaSíon, and has priced tickets at $30. Details are extremely sparse, […]

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/ 1044 days ago

For sale: Premier League club looks for $220 million buyer

The owner of newly promoted Premier League side Sheffield United is currently looking to sell the club. The Blades only just recently gained access back to the English top flight after finishing second in the Championship last season. Sheffield United last played in the Premier League during the 2021/22 campaign. Nevertheless, Bloomberg is now reporting […]

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/ 1044 days ago

Balogun, Havertz play Nurnberg in Arsenal friendly

Arsenal began their preseason on Thursday with a 1-1 draw against Nurnberg. The game in Germany predictably featured a plethora of players throughout the fixture. Among the second-half substitutes were an American duo, as well as a debut for new signing Kai Havertz. The North London outfit was, however, forced to make a late change […]