Emmanuel Petit Crushes Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or Hopes

17 days ago

Emmanuel Petit Crushes Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or Hopes

Petit said Kane’s Ballon d’Or chances are “over,” arguing Bayern goals mean less after he “disappeared” in the Champions League and England’s World Cup exit. The France legend said Kane scored heavily but lacked big-game impact, leaving names like Lamine Yamal, Rodri and Lionel Messi ahead as voters weigh World Cup influence against club titles this year.

By Tanish Chachra

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PSG Rip Inflationary Games as Yan Diomande Reportedly Joins Real Madrid

16 days ago

PSG Rip Inflationary Games as Yan Diomande Reportedly Joins Real Madrid

PSG are very upset about the Diomande saga behind the scenes, per Fabrizio Romano, as they will "not be drawn into the inflationary and manipulative games." The teenage winger scored 12 goals and provided eight assists in 33 Bundesliga matches for Leipzig and will sign for Real Madrid next week, with the deal set for completion soon.

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Thiago Pitarch Suffers Knee Injury in Real Madrid's First Training Session

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Thiago Pitarch Suffers Knee Injury in Real Madrid's First Training Session

Pitarch, 18, is expected to be out until early September, per Romano, after the setback on his return to first-team training. He had reported to pre-season as one of the academy's most highly rated midfielders following Spain's Under-19 European Championship triumph. Mourinho was set to assess his future, with Pitarch having recently signed a new deal until 2027.

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Chelsea Weigh New Alex Scott Bid After Bournemouth Reject Opening Offer

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Chelsea Weigh New Alex Scott Bid After Bournemouth Reject Opening Offer

Chelsea remain very interested in the Bournemouth midfielder and are considering submitting a new bid, per Florian Plettenberg. Their opening offer of $85 million was rejected, as the club is determined to keep the 22-year-old who impressed last season. Since taking charge at Chelsea, Xabi Alonso is rebuilding the Blues. Morgan Rogers recently signed for Chelsea.

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PSG Concern Grows Over Ibrahim Mbaye Entourage Demands

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PSG Concern Grows Over Ibrahim Mbaye Entourage Demands

PSG are reportedly frustrated with Mbaye’s entourage after agents were allegedly asked to fund family projects, provide perks and surrender commission and image-rights shares. His family also wanted to attend every negotiation. After three agent changes, late arrivals, discipline concerns and complaints over playing time, Luis Campos reportedly blamed the player’s father for media leaks around the youngster.

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Arsenal Plans Club Record Wage Push for Vinicius Jr.

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Arsenal Plans Club Record Wage Push for Vinicius Jr.

Arsenal are reportedly ready to make the Real Madrid winger the highest-paid player in club history, offering to beat his current £400,000-a-week ($533,900) salary. The Gunners hope the record package gives them a shot at a blockbuster deal, though Madrid’s stance and the player’s willingness to leave remain the biggest hurdles this summer window for now.

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