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Celtic’s pursuit of Haissem Hassan has encountered a setback, with reports indicating that the Egyptian international now prefers a move to Marseille. According to Celtic FC News Room, the Ligue 1 club has agreed on personal terms with the 24-year-old after several weeks of negotiations. However, the transfer remains unconfirmed as Marseille must first reduce their squad size before finalizing the deal, putting the French side in a more favorable position.Celtic face fresh setback as Marseille close in on wingerConsequently, Celtic finds themselves in a waiting game rather than in control of the situation. Initial discussions had seemed promising for…

Fifa President Infantino Faces Criticism Over Governance Concerns Fifa chief Gianni Infantino has been accused of “profound abuse of presidential power” by the global players’ union, Fifpro. This criticism arises from Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors. Fifpro, which represents over 70 player unions worldwide, stated that the trust footballers had in Fifa has been “fundamentally broken” due to the conduct of Infantino. In response, Fifa acknowledged that “mistakes” occurred in the development of the Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) but insisted that Infantino retains the “full support” of the management board members present…

Hull FC Secures First Win at BrewDog Stadium in Nine Years, Downing St Helens Hull FC marked a significant victory by defeating St Helens 32-18 at BrewDog Stadium, ending a nine-year winless streak at the venue. Harvey Barron played a pivotal role, scoring his first senior hat-trick, which included two tries before halftime and another after the break. This win snapped Hull FC’s seven-match losing streak in the Betfred Super League while leaving St Helens struggling, as their season takes a downturn. The defeat places the injury-riddled Saints in seventh place with five matches left, casting doubt on their chances…

Arsenal Eyes Julian Alvarez in Summer Transfer Pursuit In a recent report, talkSPORT disclosed that Arsenal maintains a strong interest in acquiring Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. The Gunners are optimistic about securing the Argentina international during the current summer transfer window. Alvarez’s Impressive Numbers In La Liga Alvarez had a standout season with Atletico Madrid, showcasing his talent through a series of impactful performances. The 26-year-old forward netted 20 goals and registered nine assists in 49 matches across all competitions last term. With his exceptional skills as one of the top centre-forwards in La Liga, Alvarez is a highly…

Southampton Prepares for FA Hearing Amid ‘Spygate’ Controversy Southampton’s sporting director has signaled the club’s readiness for a potential ban on manager Tonda Eckert following the ‘Spygate’ scandal, while remaining hopeful for a favorable outcome. The Saints already deal with heavy penalties, including their expulsion from the Championship play-off final and a four-point deduction for the forthcoming season. These consequences came after the club admitted to breaching three EFL regulations by illicitly observing their semi-final rivals, Middlesbrough, and two additional clubs. Eckert has taken full responsibility for the incident, a stance publicly supported by Southampton owner Dragan Solak. Facing three…

Liverpool Eyes Young Ajax Talent Mika Godts This Summer In a recent post on X, journalist Sebastien Vidal has reported that Liverpool is keeping tabs on Ajax’s rising star, Mika Godts, during this summer transfer window. The club is reportedly open to competing with Paris Saint-Germain for the Belgian winger’s signature this off-season.Godts’ Impressive Rise In Dutch FootballGodts showcased his talent for Ajax in the previous season, making significant contributions on the left wing. The 21-year-old netted 17 goals and provided 13 assists in 34 league appearances, highlighting his capabilities.AdvertisementThe promising Belgian is now considered one of the most skilled…

Tottenham Hotspur Targets Cody Gakpo for Transfer Move In a recent update on X, Voetbal International journalist Joost Blaauwhof disclosed that Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo as a prime target. The club is keen on securing the Dutch player’s services before the transfer window closes. Gakpo’s Inconsistent Season At Merseyside Gakpo had a fluctuating season with Liverpool last year, despite displaying moments of brilliance in the Premier League. Throughout the season, he netted nine goals and provided six assists in 52 appearances across all competitions for Liverpool. The 27-year-old stands out as one of…

Mile Svilar Discusses Career Highlights and Future Aspirations in Upcoming Interview Tomorrow morning at 10:00 a.m., Radio Romanista will broadcast an interview with Mile Svilar to Il Romanista.The meeting with the Giallorossi goalkeeper took place during Roma’s training camp in Cardiff, at the WRU National Centre of Excellence, where the team is continuing its preparations for upcoming matches.During the interview, Svilar addressed various topics related to his experience with the Giallorossi, his development over the past few seasons, and his goals for the future.Roma’s number 99 also discussed the stadiums he’d like to play in and the high-level matches that…

Watford Engages in Loan Talks with Manchester City for Defender Mfuni Watford’s sporting director Luke Dowling has revealed that the club is maintaining “regular” discussions with Manchester City regarding the potential re-signing of defender Stephen Mfuni on loan. He also indicated that striker Nestory Irankunda might leave the club this month.Mfuni, who was on loan at Watford during the second half of the previous season, has participated in City’s pre-season tour in Asia.AdvertisementHe played 45 minutes in City’s 1-1 draw with Inter Milan before being substituted at half-time for fellow former Watford loanee Max Alleyne. He also played the entire…

Real Madrid Completes Major Signings and Renews Vinicius Junior’s Contract This summer transfer window has been unprecedented for Real Madrid, marked by a significant transformation within the team. The Merengues have welcomed six new players, alongside a managerial change as Jose Mourinho replaces Alvaro Arbeloa. On Thursday, Los Blancos achieved a record-breaking milestone by securing the signature of RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande for a total fee of €125 million plus €15 million in add-ons, making it the most expensive transfer in the club’s history. Meanwhile, the renewal of Vinicius Junior brought added tension to the club. Despite months of…