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Gianni Infantino suggests international football calendar should be changed to allow for regular WINTER World Cups as he hints at 2034 rescheduling

FIFA President Gianni Infantino believes that the international calendar should be changed in order to accommodate winter World Cups in the future. With the 2034 edition currently scheduled to take place in the height of summer in Saudi Arabia, football's showpiece could follow Qatar's lead in 2022 and move to the winter, which saw domestic seasons start earlier and finish later.

'Who knows how much longer I have left to live?' – Former Premier League striker reveals devastating health update as he lifts lid on hellish kidney condition

Former Bolton striker Ivan Klasnic has confessed that he could die at any time as he opens up on his hellish kidney condition. The Croat has undergone three kidney transplants after painkillers worsened his undiagnosed renal disease during his time at Werder Bremen. And Klasnic, who retired in 2013, has revealed he could die any minute owing to the medicine prescribed during his spell in Germany.

Alexander Isak reveals first impressions of Liverpool after sealing British-record move to Anfield

Alexander Isak has revealed his first impression of Liverpool following his deadline-day move. The Sweden international departed Newcastle for the Premier League champions as a long-running summer saga finally came to an end on deadline day. And while he has struggled for form since his move to Anfield, the club and city have already made a positive impact on the former Magpies hitman.

Chelsea ready to reignite interest in Juventus wonderkid after seeing €70m offer rejected

Chelsea are prepared to reignite their interest in Juventus sensation Kenan Yildiz as they look to bolster their attack. The Old Lady forward is widely regarded as one of the most exciting prospects in Europe. Chelsea have reportedly already seen one €70 million (£61m/$81m) offer rejected by the Serie A giants, who are understandably keen to retain the Turkey's international's services.

Emergency services rush to Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr's house in Spain after fire breaks out in sauna

A fire erupted at the home of Real Madrid and Brazil star Vinicius Junior on Thursday morning. The Los Blancos forward is currently away on international duty with Brazil, who take on South Korea and Japan during the break, meaning the property was thankfully vacant as the blaze ripped through his home. An electrical malfunction is believed to have been the cause of the fire.

NFL legend JJ Watt sends out message after completing takeover and adding Barcelona's La Liga rivals to portfolio

JJ Watt has added La Liga side Espanyol to his European football club portfolio after Velocity Sport Limited's takeover was completed on Thursday. Barcelona's rivals become the second club under VSL's ownership after Premier League side Burnley, where Watt is a minority investor. The former NFL star is also involved in the acquisition and quickly posted his first message on X after the deal was finalised.

Viktor Gyokeres agent reveals Man Utd 'concluded a deal' with Sporting for star striker at 'higher fee' than Arsenal paid

An assistant to the agent of striker Viktor Gyokeres has revealed that Manchester United agreed a higher fee than what Arsenal paid for the Swedish hitman. The Gunners won the race to sign Gyokeres earlier this year having been linked with the former Sporting striker and now-United star Benjamin Sesko. However, Sporting would have preferred to sell to United, who offered more for the player than Arsenal.

Trabzonspor make decision on Andre Onana's future after Man Utd flop's solid start to loan move

Andre Onana has impressed just a few weeks into his Trabzonspor loan. The goalkeeper found himself surplus to requirements at Manchester United, dropped in favour of a patchy Altay Bayindir at the start of the season and then seeing Senne Lammens also recruited. But having been one of the world's best in his position as recently as 2023, a move was necessary to kickstart his career.

Michael Carrick has a new job! Man Utd legend receives shock new role amid continued links with Old Trafford return

Michael Carrick has a new job as rumours of a potential Manchester United return do the rounds. Carrick has been linked with a move back to Old Trafford for a second interim spell as United weigh up whether to sack Ruben Amorim. The Portuguese boss is under mounting pressure to turn the club's fortunes around with United currently mired in the bottom half of the Premier League table.