Wayne Rooney couldn’t resist a playful jab at Jack Grealish after the England winger chose Everton’s famous No.18 shirt, a number steeped in Merseyside football folklore. This summer, the jersey was up for grabs again after veteran Ashley Young’s departure, and Grealish, fresh from sealing a loan switch from Manchester City, wasted no time in claiming it.
Manchester City have wasted no time in filling the famous No.10 shirt, handing it to French prodigy Rayan Cherki in the wake of Jack Grealish’s departure to Everton. The 21-year-old arrived from Lyon just before the FIFA Club World Cup in a deal worth €36 million (£30.5m), with further add-ons potentially inflating the fee.
Lothar Matthaus slams Erik ten Hag! The Germany legend is furious that Ten Hag didn't "fight harder" to keep Granit Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen. Xhaka's sensational £17m move to Sunderland, after a stellar season, could have been prevented, leaving Matthaus questioning Ten Hag's transfer strategy
Dortmund stars are pushing for Sancho's return, dubbing the Man Utd misfit a true game-changer! While player unity shouts "yes," the club's leadership whispers "wait.
Los blancos have set their sights on Crystal Palace's electrifying midfielder, Adam Wharton! The young English sensation is turning heads across Europe, with at least five elite clubs vying for his signature. Wharton's dazzling display in Sunday's Community Shield only amplified his burgeoning reputation, proving he has the mettle for the biggest stages. Crystal Palace faces a monumental challenge in retaining their star player amidst this fierce transfer battle
**Bellingham's Heartfelt Call to Maddison After ACL Surgery**
England star Jude Bellingham extended a personal message of support to teammate James Maddison, FaceTiming the Tottenham forward after his successful ACL surgery. The Real Madrid midfielder's compassionate gesture highlights the strong bond between the Three Lions players, offering encouragement as Maddison begins his recovery journey. This touching display of camaraderie resonated deeply with fans, showcasing the supportive spirit within the England squad
Micah Richards has pinpointed a vital trait missing from Marcus Rashford's game: the killer instinct that defines global footballing elites. The United striker, now on loan at Barcelona, has shown glimpses of his talent under Hansi Flick, scoring and assisting recently, but Richards believes a ruthless edge in front of goal is the key to unlocking his full potential
Micah Richards has urged Marcus Rashford to cultivate a ruthless edge, a trait he believes is vital for top global stars. The attacker, now on loan at Barcelona, has made a strong start under Hansi Flick, showing flashes of brilliance with goals and assists in pre-season
Marcus Rashford has been told in no uncertain terms by Micah Richards that he’s missing a key trait "all other players at the top of world football" possess: a ruthless streak in front of goal. The 27-year-old England international, freshly loaned to Barcelona by Manchester United for the season, has made an early splash in Catalonia under new boss Hansi Flick, finding the net and creating goals in his last two pre-season outings.
Micah Richards has highlighted a crucial missing element in Marcus Rashford's game: the ruthless finishing seen in football's elite. The Manchester United loanee, now at Barcelona, has shown flashes of brilliance under Hansi Flick, scoring and assisting in recent pre-season matches, but a clinical edge remains key to reaching the very top
