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Saturday, Jun 15

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‘It was the club that knew me best’ – Marcus Thuram reflects on why he moved to Inter Milan

There was some surprise when Marcus Thuram (26) announced his move from Borussia Mönchengladbach to Inter Milan last summer. The Frenchman had been strongly linked with a move to the…

Friday, Jun 14

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PSG clarify Ayman Kari’s future amid Borussia Dortmund interest

Paris Saint-Germain will not let Ayman Kari (19) leave on loan as they look to integrate the midfielder into the first team during their preseason training, according to Fabrice Hawkins. …

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Adrien Rabiot and William Saliba set to start for France against Austria

According to information from L’Équipe, Adrien Rabiot (29) and William Saliba (23) are set to start for France in their opening game against Austria in the Euros on Monday evening. …

Official | Russian international Matvei Safonov signs 5-year contract at PSG

Matvei Safonov (25) has officially been announced as Paris Saint-Germain’s first signing this summer after the Russian international was finally granted permission to leave his homeland following the resolution of…

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West Ham and Nottingham Forest interested in Le Havre’s Étienne Youté Kinkoué

According to a report from L’Équipe, West Ham United and Nottingham Forest are interested in Le Havre AC’s Étienne Youté Kinkoué (22). Le Havre are prepared to lose some of their key…

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‘Brighton, it’s Reims’ – Former France manager believes Marseille should have chosen Habib Beye over Roberto De Zerbi

Roberto De Zerbi looks all set to become the new manager of Olympique de Marseille, however, according to former France manager Raymond Domenech, he isn’t the man for the job. …

Marseille’s Vitinha set to complete permanent move to Genoa

According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, Olympique de Marseille’s Vitinha (24) is set to complete a permanent move to Serie A side Genoa. Vitinha arrived at Marseille for a club-record…

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FEATURE | Roberto De Zerbi & Marseille, an explosive match made in heaven?

French football could be gearing up for a game-changing managerial appointment. In a matter of 24 hours, reports have suggested that Olympique de Marseille have gone from switching their focus…

’It is time to pass the torch’ – Olivier Giroud sees no competition with Marcus Thuram

Amid the start of his last tournament with France, Olivier Giroud (38) opened up about his situation after falling down the pecking order in the last few months. Giroud’s legacy…

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’He will be ready for the first match’ – Olivier Giroud clarifies Kylian Mbappé’s situation

Absent from the first-team training session on Thursday, Kylian Mbappé (25) should have no problem keeping his spot against Austria on Monday. On Thursday, Les Bleus were welcomed by more…

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Kylian Mbappé and Kingsley Coman absent from France training ahead of Euro 2024 opener

There were multiple absentees from France’s first-team training session on Thursday, held in front of 4,000 fans in Paderborn, including captain Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé, who wasn’t included in the starting…

Zlatan Ibrahimovic says Théo Hernandez and Mike Maignan will remain at AC Milan

Mike Maignan and Théo Hernandez are both focused on France’s upcoming Euro 2024 campaign. However, back in Italy, AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic has clarified the pair’s club future. Hernandez…

Both Doué brothers could leave Rennes amid AS Roma interest

Désiré Doué (19) is expected to be one of the most coveted players in Ligue 1 this summer. The versatile midfielder is attracting interest from Europe’s top clubs, including Paris…

Thursday, Jun 13

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PSG interested in Liverpool and Manchester United target João Neves

According to Fabrice Hawkins, João Neves (19) is a priority for Luis Enrique as he looks to strengthen Paris Saint-Germain’s midfield. The Benfica man looks to be on the move…

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Ligue 1 is under-represented at the Euros compared to its European rivals

Despite France being one of the outright favourites to win the Euros, Ligue 1 will not have many representatives present at the competition with far fewer players compared to the…

Manchester United and Liverpool tracking PSG and Real Madrid target Leny Yoro

Manchester United and Liverpool are tracking Leny Yoro (18) this summer with the hope that they can convince the Lille OSC centre-back to forgo his dream of moving to Real…

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Chelsea swoop for Crystal Palace’s Michael Olise

Chelsea FC have made contact with Crystal Palace over a transfer for Michael Olise (22) and requested permission to talk with the player’s representatives according to information by Foot Mercato and…

PSG remain in hunt for Leny Yoro despite his preference for Real Madrid

It was obvious that there was no future for Leny Yoro (18) at Lille OSC even before the club president revealed that the young centre-back was welcome to leave this…

Roberto De Zerbi rejects Manchester United in favour of Marseille move

Whilst the final details of Roberto De Zerbi’s prospective move to Olympique de Marseille are finalised, Foot Mercato have revealed that the Italian chose the job at the Vélodrome over the position…

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PSG target Bayer Leverkusen’s Edmond Tapsoba

Paris Saint-Germain made the signing of a centre-back a priority during the winter transfer window, however, they failed to get a deal over the line. The priority remains the same…

Lamine Camara voted Ligue 1’s “Gem” of the Season

Lamine Camara’s (20) impressive debut in the top flight of French football has once again been recognised after he was named Ligue 1’s “Gem” of the Season in a public…

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‘In Paris, I wasn’t good’ – Lionel Messi reflects on bad memories at PSG

Since leaving Paris Saint-Germain last summer on a free transfer, Lionel Messi (36) has been repeatedly vocal about his unhappiness at the club. In his two seasons with Les Parisiens, he won…

Marseille are in advanced negotiations with Roberto De Zerbi

According to Fabrice Hawkins, Olympique de Marseille have made Roberto De Zerbi the top priority as they continue their search for a new manager. Events have moved quickly in La…

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RC Lens consider move for free agent Andy Delort

According to Mohamed Toubache-Ter, RC Lens are considering a move for Andy Delort (32), who is a free agent following his departure from Qatari side Umm Salal SC. Delort’s spell in Qatar…

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Strasbourg set to sign Senegalese prospect Pape Daouda Diong

According to a report from L’Équipe, RC Strasbourg Alsace are on the verge of completing the signing of Senegalese prospect Pape Daouda Diong (17). Daouda Diong, who has come through the ranks at…

Dayot Upamecano says Bayern Munich future will be decided post-Euro 2024

Dayot Upamecano (25) endured a difficult end to the campaign at Bayern Munich and in the wake of the conclusion of the Bundesliga season, L’Équipe threw into question the Frenchman’s future at…

Reims’ attempts to sign Le Havre manager Luka Elsner stall

Luka Elsner’s move from Le Havre AC to Stade de Reims had looked like an inevitability, however, the deal has been thrown into question, according to a report from L’Équipe. The…

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Kylian Mbappé teases William Saliba that he’ll ‘never be the star of Bondy’ but backs Arsenal defender to earn place in France line-up

Kylian Mbappé (25) and William Saliba (23) have known each other a long time. The pair went to the same primary school in Bondy and whilst their club careers diverged,…

Wednesday, Jun 12

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PSG, Man City, and Bayern Munich all interested in €60 million Dani Olmo

According to French outlet Sports Zone, multiple clubs across Europe are considering a move for Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo (26), with Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City all reported…

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Lionel Messi expects to retire at Inter Miami

Lionel Messi (36) has told ESPN that he expects to retire at Inter Miami. The MLS club will be the final stop in a career that saw the Argentine World…