Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk, with discussions now focused on the final details and structure of the transfer fee, The Telegraph understands. Arsenal have indicated a willingness to agree a deal worth around ￡75-80 million including all add-ons. The negotiations between the two clubs are now centred on the breakdown of the fee — how much will be paid up front and how much will be in add-ons. The size of the add-ons is a key factor for Shakhtar, who have…

Paris Saint-Germain’s transfer activity in the January window was ultimately unsuccessful, despite their late-hour attempt to sign Bayern Munich’s Dutch center-back Matthijs de Ligt, as exclusively reported by French publication L’Equipe. Sporting advisor Luis Campos had been open to all opportunities in all positions until the very end, following his return from Doha on Thursday morning. However, the Portuguese was unable to secure any of the rare gems sought by his coach. Despite Enrique’s demands for a high-level player, he will have to settle for a quiet transfer window. The…

Over the past decade, Messi and De Bruyne have established themselves as the kings of assists in Europe’s top five leagues. Here is a breakdown of their impressive assist tallies, as well as the performances of other top assist providers: 1. Lionel Messi (458 apps, 203 assists) 2. Kevin De Bruyne (441 apps, 202 assists) 3. Thomas Muller (461 apps, 183 assists) 4. Angel Di Maria (397 apps, 155 assists) 5. Neymar (336 apps, 141 assists) 6. Luis Suarez (388 apps, 131 assists) 7. Raheem Sterling (483 apps, 123 assists)…

Copenhagen manager Jacob Neestrup is expecting a positive result when his team faces Bayern Munich in the Champions League group stage on Wednesday. “If we look back a year, we drew against Manchester City, who later won the Champions League, so we know what’s possible tomorrow,” Neestrup said at a press conference on Tuesday. “We have to grab the opportunity, and we can only do that if we are defensively disciplined and show courage.” Neestrup admitted that he is not as nervous about facing Bayern as he was about playing…

Tottenham Hotspur have undergone a remarkable transformation under Ange Postecoglou this season, with a more expansive playing style, a harmonious dressing room, and impressive results that have seen them remain undefeated in the Premier League and top the table. Manchester United legend Gary Neville has been particularly effusive in his praise for the Australian coach, saying, “I love the guy, I think he’s genuine, and he’s come into the Premier League like a breath of fresh air.” “Tottenham have started well, they’re playing very well, but whether they can sustain…

The Chinese U20 national team recently faced scrutiny in the media for their performance in the AFC U20 Asian Cup. Despite the criticism, the team’s performance revealed valuable insights regarding the effectiveness of overseas training for China’s national football teams. The U20 team began preparing for the tournament in December and underwent two months of intensive “match-training” in the UAE and Croatia. This experience allowed the team to familiarize themselves with the playing styles of West Asian teams, such as Bahrain and Syria. They also developed their resilience in matches…

In a recent North American League Cup Round of 16 match, Miami International defeated Orlando City 3-1, with Lionel Messi scoring two crucial goals. Messi’s performance has been remarkable, as he has now scored five goals in just three matches for Miami International. Notably, he achieved this feat in just 186 minutes. According to statistics, Messi has set a record in Major League Soccer (MLS) history as the player who has scored the first five goals in the shortest time since the league’s inception in 1996.

Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is keen on joining Bayern Munich and could potentially swap places with Sadio Mane, according to Sky Germany. The German broadcaster claims that Napoli are looking for a transfer fee of 150 million if they are to sell Osimhen, with the Nigerian striker understood to be keen on a move to Bayern. No negotiations have yet taken place between the clubs, but Bayern’s initial idea was to include forward Mane in a potential swap deal for Osimhen – however, Napoli cannot afford the Senegal international’s wages.

Turkish club Besiktas has reportedly initiated talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over the managerial position, according to NTV Spor. The Black Eagles, currently sitting fifth in the Turkish Super Lig standings, have allegedly offered a 1.5-year contract to the former Manchester United manager. Solskjaer has yet to make a definitive decision on whether to return to management with a new club. Having taken over as Manchester United’s interim boss in 2018, he signed a long-term contract with the club in 2019 but eventually parted ways with United two years later.

The Korea Football Association (KFA) has released its financial report for 2022, revealing a total revenue of approximately 37 billion South Korean won (approx. 200 million Chinese renminbi). The report details the association’s income and expenditure, including broadcasting rights, competition sponsorship fees, official sponsorship, sports promotion voting rights, league operating expenses, advertising and marketing, expansion of facilities, league incentives, and training expenses. In 2022, the KFA generated total revenue of 369.76 billion won, representing an increase of approximately 5.02 billion won compared to 2021. The association’s expenditure amounted to 353.57…