Champions League
Beau Reus aims to recreate a new beautiful story with
Beau Reus got involved with the Hearts, motivated by Wouter Vrancken's past success in Belgium, where both had excellent runs last season. Reus, crowned champion with Beveren in the Belgian D2, hopes to shine under the direction of the double best coach of the year.
Matthias Jaissle tipped to take the reins of Newcastle
The German technician Matthias Jaissle, now at the head of Al-Ahli, could soon sit on the bench of Newcastle United. His career marked by titles in Austria and Asia seems to seduce the management of the club, while Eddie Howe is on the start line.
Kompany: Bayern is aiming for the Champions League this season
Vincent Kompany says Bayern's ambition for 2026-27 is clear: to win the Champions League. After the national double and a record season in Germany, the club wants to reach the last level after the elimination in the semi-finals against PSG.
Wilson Isidor wants to win in the Premier League
Highly courted since last season, Wilson Isidor refuses the idea of a return to the Championship and aims for the Premier League. West Ham's interest and desire to increase its offensive production: the attacker wants to take it to the next level.
Leanne Crichton: European opportunity, field advantage and
Leanne Crichton spoke before the kick-off of the Women's Champions League qualifying mini-tournament where Rangers hosts Slavia Prague at Broadwood. She insists on the importance of being at home and on the willingness of her team to qualify to face Ajax or Brøndby.
Dimarco: “Inter remains focused on himself before the derby of
On the eve of the Milan derby, Federico Dimarco insists on the need for Inter to remain focused on their own performance, believing that the group must focus on their game before facing AC Milan.
Bradley Barcola frustrated by his playing time at PSG and close to
Bradley Barcola, PSG winger, expresses his dissatisfaction with his marginal role in the team, especially during major meetings such as the Champions League finals. Under contract until 2028, he decided not to extend and agreed with Liverpool for next season.
Here are the opponents that NEC, FC Twente and Ajax could
NEC, FC Twente and Ajax know their potential play-off rivals: Lyon, Sparta Prague or Union Saint-Gilloise for NEC; course including Shelbourne for Ajax; and several options for Twente after his duel against FC DAC.
NEC completes its list for the Champions League before facing
NEC has expanded its roster of players for the preliminary round of the Champions League against Olympiakos, adding Freek Entius and Willum Thór Willumsson to the roster. The club hopes for a positive impact of these reinforcements during this European shock.
Joan Garcia sets her new goal after her triumph in the Coupe du
FC Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia looks back on his exceptional year marked by a World Cup won with Spain and poses the Champions League as his next major challenge. He is confident while calling for a healthy balance between ambition and pressure.
Manchester City aims for Geronimo Rulli to replace James Trafford
Manchester City is preparing for the future by targeting Geronimo Rulli as a replacement for James Trafford, who is leaving for Leeds United. The Argentine goalkeeper of OM will bring his experience as an understudy of Gianluigi Donnarumma. The club is also looking to recruit profiles in midfield and defense to compensate for several starts.
Mason Greenwood leaves Marseille to engage with Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe, vice-champion of Turkey, bought Mason Greenwood from Olympique de Marseille for nearly 39 million euros. The English striker, who scored 16 goals last season in Ligue 1, has signed a four-year contract and represents a major reinforcement for the club's European ambitions.
Celtic targets a surprise winger at £2.5m: why it's a low bet
Celtic follows Adrian Blake (FC Utrecht), whose contract expires in 12 months and is listed at £2.5m. With qualifying for the Champions League in sight, the Scottish club sees it as a low-cost bet to densify its squad.
Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare on loan to Ajax
Tolu Arokodare joins Ajax on loan for the 2026-27 season, days after a reported incident during a training session in Wolverhampton, according to SoccerNews.
For Castro Roma will spend, but less than for Dovbyk there are two
Transfer imminent: Roma is preparing to recruit Santiago Castro to strengthen its offensive sector. According to the information, the amount committed will be less than the amount disbursed for Dovbyk two years ago.
Departure in five matches
The season opens this year on a different format, with a start over five matches. Explanations and challenges of a change that remains measured but carries consequences for the schedule.
Di Marzio: Roma is also interested in Andreas Schjelderup
According to Sky Sport (Gianluca Di Marzio), Roma is studying the Andreas Schjelderup track (Benfica) to meet the offensive demand of the coach. The Norwegian, author of a noted 2026 World Cup, is one of the options studied.
Como, the Champions League pays: how much the club will get
According to the distribution announced by UEFA, Como is expected to receive around €26-27m guaranteed before the start of its 2026/27 Champions League campaign, thanks to the new “value pillar” and fixed allowances.
Kang-in Lee leaves PSG to join Atlético Madrid
Kang-in Lee, after seducing PSG and lifting the Champions League, officially joins Atlético Madrid. To retain his services, the Spanish club paid 35 million euros and offered him a current contract until 2031.
Which team should you support in the Champions League? Do
The Champions League, the biggest club competition, returns in September (2026-27 season). A quiz by The Athletic helps you choose which club to adopt if you are a new fan.