While some may scoff at the staggering $160-million valuation, insiders argue the figure reflects Isak's rare blend of attributes suited to the modern game
Granit Xhaka returned to the Premier League on Wednesday with a move to newly-promoted Sunderland. The former Arsenal captain joined from Bayer Leverkusen and signed a three-year contract at the Stadium of Light. The 32-year-old Xhaka spent seven years at Arsenal, where he won two FA Cups before moving to Germany and helping Leverkusen lift the Bundesliga title in 2024 as part of a league and cup double. At Sunderland, his primary task will likely be to help the club avoid relegation. We are back to where this club needs to be, and we want to stay here to write our own history. I feel that I'm ready to help the team with my experience but with quality as well," Xhaka said. Xhaka is captain of Switzerland and has won 137 caps for his country. Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said the signing of Xhaka was a significant endorsement of our ambition and our desire to build a team our supporters can be proud of in the Premier League. His accomplishments and quality need
The 25-year-old attacker is set to become Manchester United's third acquisition this summer, following the arrivals of forward Matheus Cunha and left-back Diego Leon.
When asked about the footballers who shaped his passion for the sport, Cunha highlighted several Manchester United greats like Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo among others.
The £100 million (€115 million) per year deal, far surpasses City's previous annual deal worth about £65 million, signed in 2019, and overtaking Manchester United's current £90 mill
Arsenal's top priority is clear: a natural centre-forward who can consistently deliver the goals they have lacked. Sources indicate that two key targets are at the top of their shopping list:
Joao Pedro joined Chelsea from Brighton on Wednesday to continue the Premier League club's lavish spending under American owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital. The Brazil forward cost a reported 60 million pounds ($82 million) and has signed a contract through to 2033. Everyone knows this is a big club with a great history, Joao Pedro said. They had brilliant players in the past and have brilliant players now. So I am excited to join and you know when you are a Chelsea player you must think one thing win. The Brazil international has joined up with Chelsea's squad at the Club World Cup in the United States and is eligible to play in Friday's quarterfinal against Palmeiras. Joao Pedro is Chelsea's fifth major signing this offseason after previous deals for Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, Kendry Paez and Mamadou Sarr. Under Boehly and Clearlake, who bought Chelsea in 2022, the six-time English champion has spent well in excess of $1 billion on transfers, including British record fees
Arsenal, who have narrowly missed out on the title in each of the past three seasons, will be eager to finally lift the trophy this year.
Manchester United completed the signing of Brazil international Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers on Thursday. The 26-year-old forward signed a five-year contract to 2030, with the option of a further 12 months. "Ever since I was a child in Brazil watching Premier League games on TV at my grandmother's house, United was my favourite English team and I dreamed of wearing the red shirt," Cunha said. United paid a reported 62.5 million pounds ($84 million) for Cunha, who is expected to be one of several signings for the fallen Premier League giant as coach Ruben Amorim looks to overhaul his squad following a woeful season. Cunha scored 17 goals for Wolves last season. The United attack had the fifth worst scoring record in the English top flight last term. "All my focus is now on working hard to become a valuable part of the team, and helping get this club back to the top," he said. United was 15th in the standings, its worst position since the Premier League era began in 1
Chelsea signed a top young player from its sister club by bringing in French teenage defender Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg on Monday. Strasbourg, which plays in France's top league, is owned by the consortium led by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital that bought Chelsea in 2022. The 19-year-old Sarr is a France under-20 international who was a regular last season as Strasbourg finished in seventh place to seal a place in the Conference League playoffs. He was previously at Lens and Lyon. Chelsea won the Conference League last season and will play in the Champions League after finishing in fourth place in the Premier League. Strasbourg was bought by Chelsea's ownership group, BlueCo, in 2023. Chelsea said Sarr had signed a contract until 2033 but didn't disclose the transfer fee.
Leeds United claimed the Championship title in dominant fashion, finishing the season with 100 points and securing their return to the Premier League after two years in the second tier.
These three teams will officially transfer their Premier League share certificates back to the league during the Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking the end of their current Premier League status
In the end the teams qualified for the UCL are now Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea and Newcastle United.
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Still in the race for a top-five finish, Villa must outperform Newcastle or Chelsea to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
Currently occupying fifth place, Chelsea hold a narrow one-point lead over Forest, who sit in seventh. A victory would secure a Champions League return for the Blues.
Goodison Park will become the home of Everton's women's team from next season, the English club has said. Everton's men's team is preparing to bid an emotional farewell to its long-time stadium ahead of a move to the newly built, 53,000-seat venue at Bramley-Moore Dock ahead of the start of next season. Instead of Goodison Park being demolished, it will host Women's Super League matches, with the women's side moving from its nearby current home in Walton Hall Park. "This move is a testament to where the women's game is right now and, more importantly, where it is heading," Everton captain Megan Finnigan said on Tuesday. "Goodison is a magical stadium with a deep heritage and close ties to the local community. "Leading the team out for that first home match of next season will be nothing short of a career highlight and the prospect of what Everton Women can become with such an iconic ground to call our home is hugely exciting." The decision follows a review of the Goodison Legacy
Newcastle United jumped to third on the table after their 2-0 win against 10-man Chelsea at St. James Park.
The live telecast of the Premier League match between Liverpool and Arsenal will be available on the Star Sports Network.
The race for the top 4 spot in the Premier League is pretty much heated up as Newcastle and Chelsea fight for one of the Champions League spots.