News Sunday, September 20, 2026

Anderlecht join elite HLN debate on future of Belgian football

Anderlecht were one of six top Belgian clubs who sat down with HLN for an exclusive debate on the future of Belgian football, tackling everything from a potential BeNeLiga merger to the so-called "Netflixisation" of the game. Club Brugge, Antwerp, Racing Genk, AA Gent, and Union also took part in the wide-ranging discussion. As HLN framed it, "In Europa brandt de lamp. Daar zit het grote geld, zelfs voor de clubs die géén Europees voetbal spelen", meaning the real money is in Europe, even for those not playing on the continent.…

PSG lead Maiga race, Arsenal target Mbemba

PSG are leading the chase for 16-year-old midfield talent Aboubacar Maiga, beating out every major Premier League club and Barcelona for his signature. The club has accelerated efforts in recent weeks, and Maiga is currently spending time in France as PSG intensify their assessment.…
Barcelona leading chase for Lukeba, Guardiola backs Bernardo move

Barça have jumped to the front of the queue for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba. Contact has been made with the 22-year-old's representatives, and the left-sided centre-back, who also covers left-back, is now firmly on your club's radar.…

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Dušan Petković signs with PAOK men's volleyball
PAOK has secured a major signing for the men's volleyball team, bringing in Dušan Petković for the 2026/27 season. The move signals serious ambition as the club looks to strengthen its volleyball squad for the campaign ahead.…
Twin brothers making waves in Valencia's FC FUTURES setup
Twin brothers Toni and Álvaro, a goalkeeper and winger respectively, are turning heads together in Valencia's FC FUTURES side and have been playing alongside each other their entire lives. The pair represent a rare homegrown story emerging from the Mestalla academy at a time when the first team's relationship with Peter Lim's ownership remains fractured and directionless.…
O'Neill clears decks: Balikwisha out, Nygren to follow, Saracchi stays
Michel-Ange Balikwisha has no future at Celtic. Incoming permanent manager Martin O'Neill confirmed after the Motherwell match that the winger will be moved on.…
Conceição takes aim at Villas-Boas over Porto exit
Sérgio Conceição has not held back in criticising André Villas-Boas while discussing his departure from FC Porto. The former manager's pointed remarks have quickly become the dominant talking point among Porto supporters, reopening old wounds from a contentious exit.…
Panathinaikos and Olympiacos trade complaints after GBL finals Game 2
Panathinaikos BC has publicly released video footage and filed a formal complaint against Olympiacos coach Giorgos Bartzokas, accusing him of vulgar insults directed at fans and a club executive after Game 2 of the Stoiximan GBL finals. "Will the authorities see this or will he remain unpunished?" the club asked in a statement.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
Remiro replacement lined up
Álex Remiro could be on his way out of Real Sociedad, with reports from Spain claiming a successor is already being lined up. The goalkeeper has been a mainstay for your side, and any move would leave a significant hole heading into a summer that already demands squad trimming, the men's roster sits at 42 players.…
Bernardo Silva open to Galatasaray, Barış Alper exit plan set
Bernardo Silva hasn't closed the door on a move to Galatasaray. Asked about the links, the Man City midfielder gave fans real hope: "Why not?" No formal talks yet, but this is a name that changes everything, Champions League pedigree, 29, still at his peak.…
Dumfries medical done, Marotta drops Palestra hint
Denzel Dumfries is on the brink of leaving Inter for Real Madrid. Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has confirmed the right-back has already completed his medical, effectively green-lighting the transfer.…
D'Amico signing imminent, Malen misfires for Netherlands
Roma are on the verge of completing the signing of D'Amico, with the moment of signature now imminent. The deal is effectively done, only the final formalities remain.…
Martinelli exit talk, Trossard drops future hint
Arsenal have never sold a player for more than £35m, the Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain fee to Liverpool still stands. That could finally change this summer.…
Chiesa opens door to return as 2022 case closed
Juventus have had the investigation into their 2022 financial accounts definitively closed. The case is now officially archived, removing a legal cloud that has hung over the club for years.…
Real Madrid: Election day looms, Pérez vs Riquelme
Real Madrid's presidential election goes to the wire this Sunday, June 7. Florentino Pérez faces Enrique Riquelme in what has become a fierce media battle, with both candidates trading grand promises and sharp attacks in the final days.…
Kane's Golden Shoe, Karl out of World Cup, and summer transfer moves
Harry Kane bagged 36 Bundesliga goals in 2025/26, matching his previous career high and securing the European Golden Shoe. Only Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have won the award more than twice.…
Khaldoon on life after Pep, Savinho wants Spurs, Brahim Diaz race
City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has told fans the club is built to keep winning even after Pep Guardiola leaves. In an end-of-season address, he pointed to the structure Ferran Soriano, Hugo Viana and incoming boss Enzo Maresca have in place.…
Ederson signs as United lock down first summer deal
Manchester United have completed the signing of Atalanta midfielder Ederson. The deal is done, 100 percent confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.…
Ederson to Manchester United confirmed, De Roon ready for World Cup
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Manchester United reached a full agreement with Atalanta for Ederson. The deal is worth €45m and has been in place since May.…
Bartzokas accused of vulgar outburst, Olympiacos demands Giannakopoulos ban
The Stoiximan GBL finals have exploded off the court. Panathinaikos BC has publicly accused Olympiacos head coach Georgios Bartzokas of hurling profanity at their fans and staff after Game 2, publishing what they claim is the exact quote: «Αγράμματα μουνόπ@ν@ γ@μώ το σπίτι σας», a deeply vulgar insult in Greek.…
Alonso visits Cobham as first signing nears
Xabi Alonso has made his first move as Chelsea boss, visiting the club's Cobham training ground ahead of officially starting work. The visit marks the beginning of a new era, with Alonso already shaping the squad's tactical direction and staying in regular contact with players.…
Saran bows out as Fenerbahçe congress decides its future
Sadettin Saran addressed Fenerbahçe's general assembly for the final time today as the club's congress opened. He is not running for re-election.…
Italiano appointed as Beşiktaş head coach
The wait is over. Beşiktaş has officially appointed Vincenzo Italiano as the club's new head coach, with a signing ceremony taking place today.…
Horneland close to Malmö FF job
Malmö FF are closing in on Eirik Horneland as the club's next head coach. Multiple Swedish outlets report that only details remain before the appointment is finalized.…