The Croatian is still producing midfield masterclasses at 40 years of age, while the egalitarian environment at Barcelona is reaping rewards
The Mbappe family have had more cause for celebration, with Ethan netting a dramatic winner for Lille in their Ligue 1 clash with Toulouse. Brother Kylian would have been proud of the well-taken goal, and with the celebration that followed. Ethan took to mimicking the iconic pose that his Real Madrid superstar sibling often strikes after hitting the back of the net.
Samuel Umtiti, once a World Cup-winning defender, is considering retirement as he remains without a club almost 20 months since his last match.
Olivier Giroud claims his French national team chapter is over as he believes it is time for the young generation to take the mantle.
Manchester United have been keeping tabs on Brighton’s midfield powerhouse Carlos Baleba all summer, but a reported sell-on clause in his contract is being viewed as a major stumbling block to thrash out a transfer deal. At just 21, the Cameroonian has already caught the eye with his fierce tackling, lung-busting runs, and fearless energy at the heart of the Seagulls’ engine room. But United’s admiration has quickly collided with harsh financial reality.
Juventus have set their sights on Lille winger Edon Zhegrova as doubts grow over Nico Gonzalez’s future, with Atletico Madrid circling.
Bournemouth are monitoring Lille's Bafode Diakite as defender Illia Zabarnyi closes in on a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Paris Saint-Germain are closing in on Lucas Chevalier as Gianluigi Donnarumma’s future hangs in the balance, with talks at an advanced stage.
Paris Saint-Germain are nearing an agreement to sign Lille’s Lucas Chevalier, casting doubt over Gianluigi Donnarumma’s future. While the Italian goalkeeper has multiple suitors, including Manchester United and Galatasaray, he is not rushing to leave and will only depart for the right project. A battle for the No.1 spot could still unfold at the Parc des Princes.
