Igor Tudor gives Marseille squad update ahead of decisive Tottenham clash

Marseille boss Igor Tudor has given an injury update ahead of the Olympian’s do-or-die Champions League clash against Tottenham. The Croatian revealed that Éric Bailly has trained with the rest of the Marseille squad following an injury sustained in the Classique against Paris Saint-Germain several weeks ago, as Pape Gueye is yet to train ahead Read more about Igor Tudor gives Marseille squad update ahead of decisive Tottenham clash[…]

Barcelona chasing PSG youth prospect Ilyes Housni

Le10Sport are reporting that Barcelona are looking to sign Paris Saint-Germain youth prospect Ilyes Housni (17), although the reigning Ligue 1 champions are hoping to convince the France youth international to sign his first professional contract with the side.  Housni has caught the eye in the UEFA Youth League this season. In just six appearances, he Read more about Barcelona chasing PSG youth prospect Ilyes Housni[…]

Marseille want to discuss contract renewal with Bamba Dieng

Marseille president Pablo Longoria has indicated in his press conference at the club’s training ground yesterday afternoon that the intention was to initiate contract extension talks with striker Bamba Dieng. Click Here: Chiefs Rugby Jersey The Senegalese striker was at the heart of deadline-day drama this summer, having looked set to join Premier League side Read more about Marseille want to discuss contract renewal with Bamba Dieng[…]

Dani Alves: “Kylian Mbappé still hasn’t understood that his attack partners are more phenomenal than him.”

Brazil right-back Dani Alves (39) has criticised former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé (23) in an interview with Italian media La Gazzetta dello Sport.  Alves and Mbappé played together at the Parc des Princes from 2017 until 2019, and he has now criticised the Frenchman’s lack of humility. At the age of 39, Alves has made Read more about Dani Alves: “Kylian Mbappé still hasn’t understood that his attack partners are more phenomenal than him.”[…]

Several Ligue 1 players handed suspensions for betting breaches

The Ligue 1 authorities have announced that a total of 76 players, coaches and directors have been sanctioned over breaches in the regulations banning them from taking part in sports betting. All instances relate to bets which were placed during the 2020/21 season. Auxerre goalkeeper Donovan Léon has been handed a five-match ban, three of Read more about Several Ligue 1 players handed suspensions for betting breaches[…]

Jérôme Boateng wants a contract extension, Lyon want to cut ties

Foot Mercato report that 34-year-old ex-German international and Lyon central defender Jérôme Boateng is seeking a contract extension with the Ligue 1 club, with his current deal expiring in June 2023. The problem? OL want to rid of the player and are even eyeing a sale in next month’s window. Click Here: Atletico de Madrid Read more about Jérôme Boateng wants a contract extension, Lyon want to cut ties[…]

Marseille president Pablo Longoria reveals details on signing of Ruslan Malinovskyi

Ruslan Malinovskyi, Marseille’s most recent signing, had been one of the club’s transfer targets since January 2021, as revealed by club president Pablo Longoria in a press conference today. Through patience, and a little persuasion, it seems that Longoria’s wishes were finally fulfilled three days ago. For €10m plus €3m in potential bonuses, Malinovskyi has Read more about Marseille president Pablo Longoria reveals details on signing of Ruslan Malinovskyi[…]

Warren Zaïre-Emery becomes PSG’s youngest-ever starter

Having been named in the lineup for the Coupe de France tie against Châteauroux, Paris Saint-Germain midfield prospect Warren Zaïre-Emery became the club’s youngest player ever to start a match, at 16 years and 10 months old. The French U19 international notably impressed in the first half with his ball carrying, even if he was Read more about Warren Zaïre-Emery becomes PSG’s youngest-ever starter[…]

Lorient consider loan move for Lyon’s Romain Faivre

Lorient are reportedly considering a loan move for out-of-favour Lyon attacking midfielder Romain Faivre (24), Goal are reporting. The former U21 French International joined on last year’s January transfer deadline day for an €18m fee from Stade Brestois. Faivre has failed to live up to expectations as neither former OL manager Peter Bosz nor incumbent Read more about Lorient consider loan move for Lyon’s Romain Faivre[…]

Florian Thauvin denied access to Tigres training ground following contract termination

With his time in Mexico all but over, a return to France now appears to be on the cards for Florian Thauvin. The winger’s contract with Tigres was terminated – ostensibly unilaterally and much to his consternation, having been denied access to the club’s training ground. Mexican media outlets have indicated that the Frenchman was Read more about Florian Thauvin denied access to Tigres training ground following contract termination[…]