- 9h ago
Benfica forward Franjo Ivanovic set for Hull City loan with €25m obligation to buy
The Croatian striker, 22, is poised to join the newly promoted Premier League side after being left out of Benfica's Europa League qualifier, with the deal structured as an initial loan that becomes permanent.
- 21h ago
Real Madrid squanders two-goal lead in 2-2 preseason draw with Fiorentina as Endrick and Ciria score
Real Madrid opened its preseason with a 2-2 draw against Fiorentina in Klagenfurt, Austria, after Endrick and Alexis Ciria gave Mourinho's side a 2-0 first-half lead that evaporated after the break.
- yesterday
Bournemouth sign Portugal defender António Silva from Benfica for €25m plus add-ons
The 22-year-old centre-back moves for a fixed €25 million, potentially rising to €30 million, and replaces Marcos Senesi who left for Tottenham.
- 3d ago
Real Madrid sign Levante striker Carlos Espí in €25m lightning deal until 2031
The 21-year-old striker, La Liga's best under-23 player last season, moves from Levante after Real Madrid triggered his €25 million release clause, beating Premier League interest in a lightning operation.
- 3d ago
John Stones signs two-year deal with Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City as free agent
John Stones, 32, has joined Inter Milan on a free transfer, signing a two-year deal until June 2028 with the Italian champions after a trophy-laden decade at Manchester City.
- 5d ago
World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic retires at 46, a week after Spain's extra-time win over Argentina
The Slovenian official steps away days after Spain's extra-time victory over Argentina, a match that drew criticism for his handling of physical play and sparked a post-match melee now under FIFA investigation.
- Jul 26
Arsenal pursue Vinicius Jr with 160m euro price tag, Liverpool target Barcola and Guimaraes deadline looms – transfer gossip
Arsenal are exploring a move for Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr with a reported price of 160m euros, while PSG want £145m for Bradley Barcola. Arsenal also accelerate talks for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes.
- Jul 14
Roma open Gasperini's second season with Dybala renewal done, transfer push promised, and Champions League ambitions set
Gian Piero Gasperini's squad assembled at Trigoria on 13 July, with Paulo Dybala signing a one-year extension and the coach calling for fast market moves after a World Cup-induced stall.
- Jul 3
Real Madrid publicly denies interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández amid agent's claims
Real Madrid have released an official statement categorically denying any intention to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, following weeks of speculation fuelled by his agent's comments.
- Jun 26
Dani Ceballos and Real Madrid agree mutual contract termination after nine years
Real Madrid and midfielder Dani Ceballos have terminated his contract by mutual agreement, ending a nine-year spell that yielded 16 trophies and 215 appearances.
- Jun 17
World Cup underdogs bite back as Portugal held and Ronaldo faces backlash after lacklustre start
Opening group games at the 2026 World Cup delivered a reality check for traditional powers, with Portugal's 1-1 draw against DR Congo and Cristiano Ronaldo's subdued display triggering fierce criticism.
- Jun 16
Lens name Dino Toppmöller as head coach on two-year deal after Pierre Sage's exit to Crystal Palace
The Ligue 1 runner-up has hired former Eintracht Frankfurt coach Dino Toppmöller on a contract until 2028, tasking the German with building on last season's Coupe de France triumph and Champions League return.
- Jun 14
Cucurella joins Real Madrid from Chelsea on day of Spain’s World Cup opener
The Spanish left-back completed a €60 million move from Chelsea on Monday morning, hours before he is set to start for Spain against Cape Verde in Atlanta.
- Jun 12
Ronaldo says he is fit and this generation will bring joy as Portugal leaves for World Cup in United States
Captain Cristiano Ronaldo brushed off doubts about his form on Friday as the Portuguese squad left their training base in Oeiras for a flight to Palm Beach, Florida, where they will compete in the 2026 World Cup. The opening match against DR Congo is set for 17 June.
- Jun 11
Benfica names Marco Silva as new coach after Mourinho's Real Madrid move; president targets Europa League
President Rui Costa announced Marco Silva as Benfica's new head coach on a two-year contract, with an automatic extension if the club wins the Primeira Liga. The move follows José Mourinho's departure to Real Madrid, triggering a €15 million payment to Benfica.
- Jun 11
Real Madrid reappoint José Mourinho as head coach on three-year deal to end two-year trophy drought
Real Madrid have confirmed the re-appointment of José Mourinho, signing him from Benfica for €15 million and hoping the Portuguese can restore a winning habit after a chaotic, trophy-free season.
- Jun 10
Marco Silva returns to Portugal as Benfica's eighth manager in a decade, replacing Mourinho bound for Real Madrid
Benfica have appointed Marco Silva as their new head coach on a two-year deal, hours after confirming José Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid in a deal worth 15 million euros.
- Jun 9
Real Madrid moves to hire José Mourinho from Benfica for €15 million; Marco Silva to take over in Lisbon
Benfica confirmed on Tuesday that Real Madrid intend to hire José Mourinho for a €15 million release clause, with the 63-year-old coach agreeing to the move. Marco Silva will replace him at the Portuguese club.
- Jun 9
Real Madrid's €150m bid for Julián Álvarez rejected by Atlético, who point to €500m release clause
Real Madrid made good on Florentino Pérez's campaign promise with a formal €150m offer for the Argentine forward, but Atlético Madrid dismissed it and referred to the player's €500m release clause.
- Jun 3
Florentino Pérez promises Mourinho return as Real Madrid presidential election enters final days
Florentino Pérez has confirmed José Mourinho will return as Real Madrid manager if he wins the club's presidential election on Sunday, while challenger Enrique Riquelme counters with promises of signing Rodri and Erling Haaland.
