Transfer rumour roundup: Chelsea and Man United send scouts to watch Castro; Gordon eyes Newcastle exit:Man Utd & Chelsea to scout Bologna's 21-year-old striker Santiago Castro. Newcastle's Anthony Gordon seeks summer move, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Bayern linked. Juventus eye Alisson & Bernardo Silva.
Fabrizio Romano reveals why Barcelona aren’t signing Marcus Rashford from Man Utd:Marcus Rashford agrees personal terms with Barcelona, but Man Utd insists on the €30m buy-option fee. Barca seeks a restructured deal, causing a club-to-clock impasse.
Matthijs de Ligt: Man United make key decision on Dutch defender:Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined with a back injury since December, raising concerns as the club pursues a top-four finish.
'Look no further!' - Sam Allardyce urges Man Utd to sign £30m Premier League striker:Sam Allardyce recommends Manchester United sign Brentford's in-form striker Igor Thiago, who has scored 21 Premier League goals this season. He believes the Brazilian is the ideal summer target for the Red Devils.
Ban over: Enzo Fernández back for Chelsea:Enzo Fernández is available for Chelsea vs Manchester United after a two-match internal suspension. He apologized for comments about his future but missed key games.
Stunning Carrick U-turn talk sees Romano respond – ‘Man Utd have been very clear’:Michael Carrick remains in contention for the permanent Man Utd job, but a poor run of form has INEOS considering other top coaches like Luis Enrique and Julian Nagelsmann.
Insider — Thurs afternoon update: Michael Carrick receives seismic injury boost before crunch Chelsea trip:Kobbie Mainoo is back in training and set to return for Manchester United's trip to Chelsea, providing a major squad boost amid defensive suspensions.
Lionel Messi becomes the new owner of Spanish third-tier club Cornella:Lionel Messi has purchased 100% ownership of Spanish third-tier club UE Cornella, reinforcing his ties to Barcelona and commitment to developing local talent.
Chelsea in line for Moises Caicedo boost as star midfielder agrees new contract:Moises Caicedo agrees to a new long-term Chelsea contract until 2033 with improved wages, a key commitment after a poor run of form for the club.
Barcelona file second complaint to UEFA over officiating against Atletico Madrid:Barcelona have submitted a second complaint to UEFA, claiming refereeing errors in their Champions League quarter-final loss to Atletico Madrid caused them sporting and financial harm.
Gary Lineker reveals why Cristiano Ronaldo unfollowed him on Instagram: Is Messi involved?:Cristiano Ronaldo unfollowed Gary Lineker on Instagram after the pundit called Lionel Messi the better footballer. Lineker joked about the snub, saying he hopes to reconcile.
Rafael and Fabio Da Silva weigh in on Carrick’s chances of permanent role:Former United players Rafael and Fabio Da Silva publicly support interim manager Michael Carrick for the permanent job, citing team improvement under his 11-game tenure.
Fantastic Freiburg thump Celta Vigo to reach Europa League semi-final:SC Freiburg advanced to the Europa League semi-finals with a 6-1 aggregate win over Celta Vigo. Goals from Matanović and a Suzuki brace sealed the victory, giving the Bundesliga a boost in the Champions League spot race.
Man Utd: Ornstein confirms INEOS have ‘completed’ major stage as four Carrick successors ‘ruled out’:Michael Carrick's permanent appointment as Man Utd manager is uncertain despite strong interim results. INEOS has completed background checks, with four candidates ruled out. The final decision hinges on Champions League qualification.
🚨 Simeone calls up all his players for the Copa final:Atlético Madrid will take their entire squad to the Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad. Diego Simeone's list includes all available players for the decisive match.