Leicester back Anthony Watson has hailed Steve Borthwick as “a ridiculously good coach” as rumours continue about a possible move to the England hot-seat. Following the sacking of Eddie Jones by the Rugby Football Union after seven years at the helm, there has been growing noise surrounding Borthwick’s future. The current Leicester Tigers head coach is Read more about Steve Borthwick: Anthony Watson hails Leicester Tigers boss as rumours continue about England switch[…]

In his press conference with Kylian Mbappé to discuss the forward’s contract renewal, Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi discussed the impact that the Frenchman staying will have. His words transcribed in RMC Sport, Al-Khelaifi was keen to indicate that money was not the most important thing in the negotiations, but rather the sporting project that the Read more about Nasser Al-Khelaifi on Kylian Mbappé’s PSG extension: “We are keeping the best player in the world.”[…]

In his press conference ahead of France’s Nations League fixtures in the coming two weeks, Didier Deschamps was notably asked about Kylian Mbappé’s contract extension at Paris Saint-Germain. His words transcribed in RMC Sport, the manager hailed the 23-year-old’s decision to stay rather than move to Real Madrid on a free as a positive for French Read more about Didier Deschamps hails Kylian Mbappé’s decision to stay with PSG[…]

RMC Sport report this afternoon that the LFP – French professional football’s governing body – has sent a letter to Javier Tebas, the head of their Spanish counterpart, over his criticism of Kylian Mbappé’s extension with Paris Saint-Germain. Tebas had called the Frenchman’s renewal following his rejection of Real Madrid an “insult” to football, pointing to Read more about Ligue 1 authorities criticise Javier Tebas over Kylian Mbappé comments[…]

As confirmed by L’Équipe, Arsenal plan to keep France international centre-back William Saliba this summer and extend his contract. However, both the player and other clubs may yet have something to say on the situation. The sports daily report that Atlético Madrid, Leicester City, Napoli and Newcastle United have all made enquires for the player Read more about Atlético Madrid, Leicester, Napoli and Newcastle all enquire for William Saliba[…]

Foot Mercato report this afternoon that Queens Park Rangers defender Yoann Barbet is set to become relegated Bordeaux’s first signing of the summer. The 29-year-old came up through the Girondins youth academy before moving on to Chamois Niortais and then to England with Brentford. Although the club are still waiting to find a new manager and Read more about QPR defender Yoann Barbet set to join Bordeaux[…]

Lorient have confirmed that right-back Gédéon Kalulu (24) will join the club when his current contract at Ajaccio expires at the end of the month.  Kalulu has signed a contract until June 2026 and leaves newly-promoted Ajaccio after having spent three seasons at the club. Since his arrival from Lyon in 2019, he has made Read more about Official | Ajaccio right-back Gédéon Kalulu to join Lorient[…]

As reported by L’Équipe, Monaco’s transfer window is likely to be an active one but, much like last season, the club faces uncertainty due to Champions League qualifiers at the start of the next campaign. Nevertheless, sporting director Paul Mitchell is looking to add between three and five players to the Monaco squad but a Read more about Monaco expected to sign 3 to 5 players with a transfer budget that could surpass PSG’s[…]

As reported by L’Équipe, Marseille coach Jorge Sampaoli is very keen for Arsenal defender William Saliba to return to OM next season. This, however, will be tricky as the 21-year-old France international has been told by Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta that he will be counting on him for next season with the possibility of a Read more about Jorge Sampaoli wants William Saliba back for next season and could wait until August[…]

In speaking with L’Équipe, OGC Nice director of football, sensationally, did not hold back in his criticism of coach Christophe Galtier after the team finished fifth and only just sneaked into Europe, saying: “You never know a person until you’ve worked with them.” Christophe Galtier found your winter transfer window to be unsuccessful with not Read more about Julien Fournier criticises Christophe Galtier: “You never know a person until you’ve worked with them.”[…]