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Chelsea

Chelsea lead Premier League's record 460m spend on agent fees

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English Premier League

Premier League's Last Gambling Shirt Season: 140M and a UK Crackdown

Premier League without set-piece goals: What would the table look like?

The Premier League has experienced a significant decrease in goals from open play, with a 20% drop this season compared to previous years.

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English Premier League

More than the Score - Have set pieces taken over the Premier League? - BBC Sounds

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Soccer (FIFA)

Forget player transfers this summer - a managerial merry-go-round will take centre stage in the Premier League

17 hours ago

Premier League clubs facing 80m shirt sponsor void amid gambling ban

Nine Premier League clubs may start next season without a shirt sponsor due to a ban on gambling advertising affecting commercial deals.

Chelsea lead Premier League's record 460m spend on agent fees

Premier League clubs paid £460m to agents in the past year, a 13% increase, with Chelsea being the highest spender at £65.1m.

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Premier League's Last Gambling Shirt Season: 140M and a UK Crackdown

The Premier League will end front-of-shirt gambling sponsorships by 2026/27, impacting a £140 million annual revenue stream for clubs.

Premier League without set-piece goals: What would the table look like?

The Premier League has experienced a significant decrease in goals from open play, with a 20% drop this season compared to previous years.

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More than the Score - Have set pieces taken over the Premier League? - BBC Sounds

Long throws and set pieces have become central to Premier League tactics, influencing game dynamics and strategies.

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Forget player transfers this summer - a managerial merry-go-round will take centre stage in the Premier League

The Premier League is experiencing a significant summer of managerial changes ahead of the World Cup.

Premier League clubs put on red alert by Real Madrid's summer transfer plans - Soccer News

Real Madrid plans a summer overhaul, targeting a new central midfielder, with Rodri from Manchester City as a potential key signing.

Manchester City expect Bernardo Silva's story coming 'to an end'

Bernardo Silva is likely to leave Manchester City at the end of the season as his contract expires in June.

4 hours ago

'We have written history but greedy to go to the next step'

Leeds United reached the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in 39 years after a dramatic quarter-final victory over West Ham on penalties.

Barcelona

5 hours ago

European football results today: La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A scores, highlights

Getafe, Celta Vigo, Bologna, and others secured important wins in La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and Serie A matches across Europe.

New England Patriots

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13 hours ago

The Patriots just set a deadline for the biggest contract in franchise history

The New England Patriots will be featured on Hard Knocks for the first time in 2027, showcasing their training camp and new culture under Mike Vrabel.

#arsenal

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14 hours ago

Bayern Munich

Arsenal boost: Bayern Munich stay out of Christian Kofane race

Heat turns up in hunt for trophies for frantic & frazzled Arsenal

Arsenal's hopes for a quadruple are dashed after back-to-back defeats, raising concerns about their ability to handle pressure in remaining competitions.

Arsenal "monitoring" impressive Champions League opponent, 60-70m asking price set

Arsenal is interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen's young forward Christian Kofane, who has performed impressively in the Champions League.

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14 hours ago

Bayern Munich

Arsenal boost: Bayern Munich stay out of Christian Kofane race

Heat turns up in hunt for trophies for frantic & frazzled Arsenal

Arsenal's hopes for a quadruple are dashed after back-to-back defeats, raising concerns about their ability to handle pressure in remaining competitions.

Arsenal "monitoring" impressive Champions League opponent, 60-70m asking price set

Arsenal is interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen's young forward Christian Kofane, who has performed impressively in the Champions League.

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#liverpool

Man City vs Liverpool: Arne Slot in vow to fans before PSG - as players are accused of blaming boss

Liverpool must respond positively to their recent defeats to regain confidence and honor their fans.

Manchester City v Liverpool kicks off FA Cup quarter-finals, Fernandez latest and more matchday live

Liverpool's future hinges on upcoming matches, with uncertainty surrounding the manager's position and the team's performance this season.

Man City vs Liverpool: Arne Slot in vow to fans before PSG - as players are accused of blaming boss

Liverpool must respond positively to their recent defeats to regain confidence and honor their fans.

Manchester City v Liverpool kicks off FA Cup quarter-finals, Fernandez latest and more matchday live

Liverpool's future hinges on upcoming matches, with uncertainty surrounding the manager's position and the team's performance this season.

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Liverpool FC

Manchester City v Liverpool: FA Cup quarter-final live

Jurgen Klopp's return highlights Liverpool's bond, but challenges under Arne Slot may threaten their success this season.

Five matches, 16 days, a season to save: Slot's Liverpool vision faces a defining moment

Jurgen Klopp's return highlights Liverpool's bond, but inconsistent form raises doubts about their season and Champions League qualification.

Manchester City v Liverpool: FA Cup quarter-final live

Jurgen Klopp's return highlights Liverpool's bond, but challenges under Arne Slot may threaten their success this season.

Five matches, 16 days, a season to save: Slot's Liverpool vision faces a defining moment

Jurgen Klopp's return highlights Liverpool's bond, but inconsistent form raises doubts about their season and Champions League qualification.

Ex-Barcelona president Bartomeu hits out at Laporta administration - 'Would've resolved fair play issue and Messi would've stayed' | Barca Universal

Joan Laporta's re-election as Barcelona president reflects strong support for his role in recovering the club from financial difficulties.

France news

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French court rules to extradite Russian who owned English football club

A French court has ruled to extradite Russian banker Vladimir Antonov to Lithuania on fraud charges related to the collapse of Snoras Bank.

Sources: "Massive offers" likely for Bruno Fernandes, internal division at Man Utd over transfer decision

Bruno Fernandes' future at Manchester United is uncertain, with internal divisions on whether to sell or keep him this summer.

AC Milan

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GdS: Worth more than Liverpool, Bayern and Barcelona - the paradox of Milan's 158m bench

AC Milan's bench depth has improved significantly, now valued higher than major clubs like Liverpool, Bayern, and Barcelona.

Major League Baseball

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Latest On MLBPA's Funds

The MLB Players Association has $519MM in assets, preparing for potential negotiations and work stoppages as the CBA expiration approaches.

Women

English trio vie for Champions League semi-finals

Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United compete for Women's Champions League semi-finals with thrilling quarter-final ties ahead.

#championship

12 hours ago

Is the Championship heading for financial 'catastrophe'?

Championship clubs have lost £3 billion over the past decade, raising concerns about the financial sustainability of the league.

1 week ago

How Hull City, Southampton, Wrexham and Derby County's wage bills compare with play-offs in sight

Hull City and Southampton are in a tight race for promotion to the Premier League, with significant wage disparities among teams.

12 hours ago

Is the Championship heading for financial 'catastrophe'?

Championship clubs have lost £3 billion over the past decade, raising concerns about the financial sustainability of the league.

1 week ago

How Hull City, Southampton, Wrexham and Derby County's wage bills compare with play-offs in sight

Hull City and Southampton are in a tight race for promotion to the Premier League, with significant wage disparities among teams.

VAR review: Should Man City have had another penalty in Liverpool thrashing?

VAR decisions in football are based on the referee's on-field judgment and the Laws of the Game.

Game 'killer' or 'fairer' - does the Championship need VAR?

VAR's controversial role in football has sparked debate over its necessity in the Championship following a pivotal disallowed goal.

VAR review: Should Man City have had another penalty in Liverpool thrashing?

VAR decisions in football are based on the referee's on-field judgment and the Laws of the Game.

Game 'killer' or 'fairer' - does the Championship need VAR?

VAR's controversial role in football has sparked debate over its necessity in the Championship following a pivotal disallowed goal.

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#chelsea

Chelsea publish record-breaking biggest financial losses in Premier League history

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262m for the 2024-25 season despite significant revenue and recent silverware achievements.

Chelsea handed surprising PSR verdict amid record-breaking 262m losses

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262 million for the 2024/25 tax year despite high revenue figures.

Chelsea make biggest loss in Premier League history

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262 million for the 2024-25 season.

Chelsea avoid points deduction despite record 262m loss in Premier League

Chelsea avoided a points deduction despite a record pre-tax loss of 262.4 million for the 2024/25 financial year, the largest in English football history.

Chelsea break English football record with 262.4m pre-tax loss for 2024-25 season

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of 262.4m for the 2024-25 season, the largest in English football history.

Chelsea publish record-breaking biggest financial losses in Premier League history

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262m for the 2024-25 season despite significant revenue and recent silverware achievements.

Chelsea handed surprising PSR verdict amid record-breaking 262m losses

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262 million for the 2024/25 tax year despite high revenue figures.

Chelsea make biggest loss in Premier League history

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of £262 million for the 2024-25 season.

Chelsea avoid points deduction despite record 262m loss in Premier League

Chelsea avoided a points deduction despite a record pre-tax loss of 262.4 million for the 2024/25 financial year, the largest in English football history.

Chelsea break English football record with 262.4m pre-tax loss for 2024-25 season

Chelsea reported a record pre-tax loss of 262.4m for the 2024-25 season, the largest in English football history.

Konate "more likely" to sign new Liverpool contract than leave - Soccer News

Ibrahima Konate is likely to sign a new contract with Liverpool, boosting their center-back situation amid ongoing negotiations since late 2024.

Real Madrid

Exclusive: Final decision soon as Liverpool schedule crucial contract talks this month

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Konate "more likely" to sign new Liverpool contract than leave - Soccer News

Ibrahima Konate is likely to sign a new contract with Liverpool, boosting their center-back situation amid ongoing negotiations since late 2024.

Real Madrid

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Exclusive: Final decision soon as Liverpool schedule crucial contract talks this month

Liverpool is in ongoing talks with Ibrahima Konate for a new contract, while Real Madrid is not pursuing him.

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Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich News: FC Bayern, Harry Kane won't talk contract until summer at the earliest

Harry Kane's contract extension talks with Bayern Munich will not occur until summer, leaving his future uncertain until then.

FC Barcelona

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Key details revealed about Barcelona superstar's salary | Barca Universal

Lamine Yamal, at 18, is a key player for Barcelona but earns significantly less than top stars like Kylian Mbappe.

#manchester-united

Manchester United

Manchester United wage bill revealed as half that of WSL rivals Arsenal last season

Report: Man United prepared to break transfer record as eight exciting targets named

Manchester United plans to break their transfer record to sign a new midfielder this summer, targeting several players including Elliot Anderson.

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Manchester United

Alongside Mainoo and Maguire, Ineos have begun contract talks with Man Utd dressing room leader

Manchester United wage bill revealed as half that of WSL rivals Arsenal last season

Manchester United's wage bill is significantly lower than Arsenal's, highlighting disparities in spending among top Women's Super League clubs.

Report: Man United prepared to break transfer record as eight exciting targets named

Manchester United plans to break their transfer record to sign a new midfielder this summer, targeting several players including Elliot Anderson.

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Alongside Mainoo and Maguire, Ineos have begun contract talks with Man Utd dressing room leader

Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, and Tom Heaton are in talks for contract extensions at Manchester United.

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Arsenal & Man Utd on alert as England star decides he wants to leave, transfer could cost 100m

Morgan Rogers wants to leave Aston Villa for a trophy-winning project, with Arsenal and Manchester United interested in signing him this summer.

13 hours ago

Tottenham set for significant windfall as Troy Parrott attracts Leeds interest

Tottenham could earn approximately 5 million from Troy Parrott's potential transfer due to a 20% sell-on clause included in his sale to AZ Alkmaar.

Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go

Guardiola hopes Rodri stays at Manchester City but will not prevent unhappy players from leaving.

Man City have three games to restore their crown -- and potentially send Pep out on a high

Manchester City revitalized their season with a Carabao Cup victory, shifting momentum ahead of crucial upcoming matches.

Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go

Guardiola hopes Rodri stays at Manchester City but will not prevent unhappy players from leaving.

Man City have three games to restore their crown -- and potentially send Pep out on a high

Manchester City revitalized their season with a Carabao Cup victory, shifting momentum ahead of crucial upcoming matches.

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Player strain, brain health and cyber threats high on FA priorities

The ongoing discussions regarding future structural changes to the game, such as the introduction of new tournaments (eg. Fifa Club World Cup), further intensify this challenge. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce the downtime available to elite players, affecting their recovery and overall well-being.

Soccer (FIFA)

Bayern Munich

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Leipzig set Diomande price amid Premier League interest - Soccer News

RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande is attracting interest from top European clubs, with a transfer price set at €100 million.

Man Utd & Liverpool ready serious transfer move for star whose value has doubled in two years

Manchester United and Liverpool are both interested in signing Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram, who has significantly increased in value since joining the club.

Chelsea "chasing" 70m attacker transfer despite Arsenal already being in talks

Chelsea is among top clubs pursuing Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane, who may cost between 60-70 million euros.

FC Barcelona

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Barcelona, Juventus, MLS? Where will Robert Lewandowski play next season?

Robert Lewandowski's contract at Barcelona is ending, with potential offers from various clubs and a possible one-year extension with a pay cut.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid: Benfica's Prestianni slams UEFA for banning him 'without proof' of alleged Vinicius abuse

Prestianni criticizes UEFA for a ban over alleged racism, claiming it was issued without proof, and expresses hurt over missing the return leg.

9 hours ago

Super League's rousing Rivals Round offers timely boost for takeover talks

Super League's potential NRL takeover is gaining momentum as executives prepare for negotiations.

"They have to leave" - Pep Guardiola sends clear transfer message to Man City star

Pep Guardiola wants Rodri to stay at Manchester City but will support his departure if he is unhappy.

Transfer rumors, news: Four Premier League clubs want Rogers

Morgan Rogers and Harry Wilson are attracting interest from top Premier League clubs for potential transfers.

Liverpool told Archie Gray could cost 70 million this summer

Archie Gray's impressive performance at Tottenham has led to potential interest from Liverpool, with a transfer fee estimated around 70 million.

Sources: "Contacts" held as Tottenham look to beat rivals to 45m transfer

Tottenham is pursuing a transfer for Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara, who is interested in returning to the Premier League.

Bayern Munich

Has a football club won the title with a better goal difference than points tally? | The Knowledge

Bayern Munich's goal difference of +72 is notable, but Hearts' 1957-58 season had a higher GDP of +12 despite fewer points.

5 days ago

Chelsea record highest pre-tax losses in Premier League history

Chelsea reported pre-tax losses of £262.4 million for the year ending June 30, 2025, attributed to increased operating costs.

Weekend predictions: Man City or Liverpool in FA Cup?

Exciting football matches this weekend include FA Cup quarterfinals featuring Manchester City vs. Liverpool and key clashes across Europe.

Bids made: Arsenal & Liverpool trying to sign next Vinicius Jr, teenager will already cost 60m

Palmeiras rejected bids for wonderkid Eduardo Conceicao, attracting interest from Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City, with a potential transfer fee of around 60m.

Man United face Andre Onana issue with keeper's wages set to increase - sources

Manchester United faces a dilemma over Andre Onana's future due to potential wage increases linked to European qualification.

Who uses academy players most in Premier League - and does it matter?

Max Dowman's goal for Arsenal highlights the importance of home-grown players in football and their impact on club success and finances.

Not giving up yet: Man United ready to hijack 80m Man City transfer

Manchester United is determined to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson despite Manchester City being frontrunners.

#newcastle-united

UEFA rules block Newcastle United from making PIF transfer deals

Newcastle United struggles to sell players to Saudi clubs due to UEFA rules limiting profit from associated-party transactions.

Newcastle United could be forced to sell star players amid potential financial punishment

Newcastle United faces financial pressure and potential player sales due to UEFA's scrutiny over asset sales to sister companies.

Soccer (FIFA)

Why Newcastle United are owed 37m less than Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal in Champions League this season

UEFA rules block Newcastle United from making PIF transfer deals

Newcastle United struggles to sell players to Saudi clubs due to UEFA rules limiting profit from associated-party transactions.

Newcastle United could be forced to sell star players amid potential financial punishment

Newcastle United faces financial pressure and potential player sales due to UEFA's scrutiny over asset sales to sister companies.

Soccer (FIFA)

Why Newcastle United are owed 37m less than Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal in Champions League this season

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Why American billionaires are abandoning Wall Street for English soccer clubs | Fortune

Eight of the ten clubs in the top half of the Premier League table are owned by Americans. In the Championship, four of the eight clubs battling for promotion are U.S.-owned, including the Ryan Reynolds-Rob McElhenney Wrexham project.

English Premier League

Report: Chelsea recruitment team desperate to beat Man Utd to 100m transfer

Chelsea is prioritizing Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton as a key summer transfer target.

How much Sunderland AFC may have to pay Leicester City star Abdul Fatawu in wages

Abdul Fatawu is attracting Premier League interest due to his strong performance despite Leicester City's relegation struggles.

1 week ago

What the average 24/25 EFL Championship salary really was

EFL Championship clubs face financial scrutiny due to significant annual losses in pursuit of Premier League promotion.

Liverpool back in profit, but wage bill was highest in Premier League

Liverpool returned to profit with a £15.2 million pre-tax surplus after their Premier League title win, driven by £60 million increased media revenue, but faced the Premier League's highest wage bill at £428 million.

4 weeks ago

Premier League giants can't afford to miss Champions League riches for even a season

Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea desperately need Champions League qualification because missing it causes severe financial turbulence despite their commercial power.

2 weeks ago

Premier League set to amend spending rules to give clubs more flexibility for transfers

The Premier League will amend its squad cost ratio rules to allow clubs to roll over up to 10% of unspent allowances over two seasons, enabling greater spending flexibility in the third year.

fromExpress.co.uk

Man Utd's wage bill compared to Arsenal's with one club shelling out much more

Arsenal's wage bill reached £346.8m in 2024/25, exceeding Manchester United's £313m by £33.8m, while the club finished second in the Premier League compared to United's 15th place.

2 weeks ago

A hell of a debate': row looms over Champions League elite's share of EFL deal payments

Mid-ranking Premier League clubs propose levying UEFA revenue from top clubs to fund a new financial settlement with the English Football League.

Real Madrid

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Real Madrid remain football's top earners but Liverpool overtake Man Utd

Real Madrid led global football revenue in 2024-25 with €1.16bn while Liverpool overtook Manchester United as the Premier League's top earner.

3 weeks ago

What the Premier League's disastrous week in Europe means for fifth Champions League place

English Premier League clubs underperformed in European competition this week, but England maintains a strong coefficient position for securing a fifth Champions League qualification spot next season.

3 weeks ago

Uefa fears impact of Premier League spending rules

Premier League's new 85% squad cost ratio spending limit significantly exceeds UEFA's 70% limit, raising concerns about competitive imbalance and financial stability across European football.

Ranked: The 10 worst Premier League teams, relative to spending

Tottenham Hotspur faces genuine relegation risk with nine games remaining, despite being the ninth-richest soccer club globally, challenging the notion that elite Premier League clubs are too big to fail.

Pressure on Man City's big-spending Premier League rivals - Pep Guardiola

Yeah, really good. I'm a little bit sad and upset because in net spend in the last five years we are seventh in the Premier League. I want to be the first. I don't understand why the club don't spend more money. I am a little bit grumpy with them. But like we won in the past because we spent a lot, now six teams have to win the Premier Leagues, Champions Leagues and FA Cups because they spend more in the last five years.

Manchester City

fromFootball365

Every club's highest-paid player features Saka, Salah, Sancho

Eight Premier League clubs pay top earners over £200,000 weekly, with significant salary variations and differing value-for-money outcomes across teams.

Premier League clubs sailing toward $600M Champions League payday

Six English Premier League clubs will earn at least €500 million combined from Champions League prize money, with five advancing directly to round-of-16.

Regulator report to review parachute payments

Independent regulator will review parachute payments and assess financial flows, governance, debt, ownership and sustainability across the top five tiers of English men's professional football.

From 70 a week to brink of Premier League record 24 years later

James Milner will equal the Premier League appearance record, capping a 24-year career with 652 appearances, multiple domestic and European titles, and 61 England caps.

Has TV Deal Made Premier League More Competitive

Premier League 2025–29 income produced varied summer 2025 spending, with no clear pattern of mid-table clubs outspending traditional bigger clubs.

'We really messed up' - does European football need more balance?

The Champions League is increasingly dominated by top-five European leagues, widening the gap between wealthy clubs and smaller domestic champions.

Premier League sporting directors: who are they, and how much power do they all have?

Andrea Berta's appointment as Arsenal sporting director led to decisive summer recruitment spending and a strengthened recruitment structure alongside technical and executive hires.

Are Chelsea-Strasbourg transfer deals bad for football?

Frequent transfers between Chelsea and Strasbourg under BlueCo's multi-club ownership are drawing regulatory scrutiny from Fifa and Uefa over potential conflicts and transfer practice.