Liverpool’s ‘take it or leave it’ £110m bid for Alexander Isak rejected by Newcastle

Liverpool’s ‘take it or leave it’ £110m bid for Alexander Isak rejected by Newcastle

Newcastle value 25-year-old prized asset at £150m Liverpool keep offer on table but do not plan to go higher Liverpool have had a £110m bid for Alexander Isak r... »

Your Guardian sport weekend: third Lions Test, England v India and Women’s Open

Your Guardian sport weekend: third Lions Test, England v India and Women’s Open

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports Continue reading… »

Nandy urges instant sale of Morecambe FC to avoid ‘heartbreaking’ closure

Nandy urges instant sale of Morecambe FC to avoid ‘heartbreaking’ closure

Culture secretary calls on owner Jason Whittingham to avert misery for fans, players, staff and local community The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has called fo... »

Liverpool transfer news: Why Reds have hope on Alexander Isak deal, the three new names on centre back list and the THIRTEEN players who could leave in mass clearout

Liverpool transfer news: Why Reds have hope on Alexander Isak deal, the three new names on centre back list and the THIRTEEN players who could leave in mass clearout

LEWIS STEELE: Here, Mail Sport answers the big five questions about Liverpool’s transfer plans as we head into the final month of what has been a hectic s... »

Newcastle reject Liverpool bid for Isak, Wrexham sign Coady: football news – live

Newcastle reject Liverpool bid for Isak, Wrexham sign Coady: football news – live

League One season preview | League Two season guide Follow us on Bluesky | Email Barry with your thoughts A further transfer nibble from me … Luton’s Lamine Fan... »

Wrexham confirm ambitious signing of former Premier League captain in boost for Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac

Wrexham confirm ambitious signing of former Premier League captain in boost for Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac

Mail Sport reported that the centre back, who has extensive experience in the Premier League , was a target for Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac. »

Premier League chief Richard Masters reveals major decision over future of England’s top flight amid growing tensions with FIFA over the expanding football calendar

Premier League chief Richard Masters reveals major decision over future of England’s top flight amid growing tensions with FIFA over the expanding football calendar

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters claims to be a supportive of the ‘growth of the game’ but he believes it should not come ‘at th... »

Revealed: Why Borussia Dortmund ‘have reservations’ over signing Jadon Sancho for a third time – despite Man United exile ‘telling the club he will cut his salary in half’

Revealed: Why Borussia Dortmund ‘have reservations’ over signing Jadon Sancho for a third time – despite Man United exile ‘telling the club he will cut his salary in half’

The 25-year-old is said to be prepared to cut his £14m-a-year deal in half in order to facilitate a return to the Bundesliga club where he made his senior debut... »

Real Madrid ‘will choose between two top stars’ to be Kylian Mbappe’s understudy – ‘paving the way for one player to leave the club’

Real Madrid ‘will choose between two top stars’ to be Kylian Mbappe’s understudy – ‘paving the way for one player to leave the club’

Mbappe is Xabi Alonso’s undisputed No 9 but two players are set to fight it out to act as his back-up next season, with the other likely to be pushed out. »

Man United transfer chief’s verdict on £70m-rated Benjamin Sesko revealed – as Red Devils battle Newcastle for the RB Leipzig star after deciding against continuing chase for Ollie Watkins

Man United transfer chief’s verdict on £70m-rated Benjamin Sesko revealed – as Red Devils battle Newcastle for the RB Leipzig star after deciding against continuing chase for Ollie Watkins

A striker capable of leading the line remains on Amorim’s shopping list and Sesko certainly appears to fit the bill with at least one enthusiastic endorse... »

Full-backs and future stars: the issues facing Lionesses before World Cup bid

Full-backs and future stars: the issues facing Lionesses before World Cup bid

Attention has quickly turned towards Brazil 2027, but how will Sarina Wiegman’s team evolve before then? The shiny ticker-tape had not even been cleared from th... »

Sunderland take spending up to £122million by announcing EIGHTH signing of the summer transfer window after return to Premier League

Sunderland take spending up to £122million by announcing EIGHTH signing of the summer transfer window after return to Premier League

And with promoted sides finding it increasingly difficult to stave off the drop in recent years Le Bris has wasted little time in bolstering his ranks for the c... »

‘Likely to leave’: Another United star will be added to Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’ if one deal materialises

‘Likely to leave’: Another United star will be added to Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’ if one deal materialises

Manchester United will look to offload Rasmus Hojlund in the event that Benjamin Sesko signs this summer. Indeed, MailSport claim the Danish international is ‘l... »

United prepared to negotiate one player’s exit until the end of the window – despite Amorim seeing him as a starter

United prepared to negotiate one player’s exit until the end of the window – despite Amorim seeing him as a starter

Manchester United have not made a definitive decision on Andre Onana’s future amidst their ongoing quest to find a new goalkeeper. At this stage, United fans ar... »

Moment South Korean Tottenham fan bursts into tears after meeting James Maddison – as captain Son Heung-min and team-mates receive rapturous welcome

Moment South Korean Tottenham fan bursts into tears after meeting James Maddison – as captain Son Heung-min and team-mates receive rapturous welcome

The sight of James Maddison was too much for one South Korean Tottenham fan to handle as Spurs touched down in the country to an incredible reception. »

Newcastle reject formal bid from Liverpool for Alexander Isak

Newcastle reject formal bid from Liverpool for Alexander Isak

Liverpool made an inquiry about the 25-year-old last month and have now followed it up with a formal offer »

‘Likely to leave’: Another United star will be added to Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’ if one deal materialises

‘Likely to leave’: Another United star will be added to Amorim’s ‘bomb squad’ if one deal materialises

Manchester United will look to offload Rasmus Hojlund in the event that Benjamin Sesko signs this summer. Indeed, MailSport claim the Danish international is ‘l... »

Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah star as Liverpool launch new home and away kits – as Premier League champions begin £60million-a-year adidas deal

Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah star as Liverpool launch new home and away kits – as Premier League champions begin £60million-a-year adidas deal

Liverpool have launched their new home and away kits for the 2025-26 campaign with a host of current stars and legends participating in the promotion.  »

‘My understanding’: Journo delivers ‘very positive’ verdict on United’s pursuit of ‘special’ target

‘My understanding’: Journo delivers ‘very positive’ verdict on United’s pursuit of ‘special’ target

Manchester United are waiting to receive the green light from Benjamin Sesko that he wants to make the move to Old Trafford, after which they’ll submit their op... »

Sky Sports confirm when Man United target will complete medical as ‘new details’ from ‘breakthrough’ emerge

Sky Sports confirm when Man United target will complete medical as ‘new details’ from ‘breakthrough’ emerge

Manchester United are now confirmed to have missed out on one of their midfield targets in the form of Bayern Munich’s João Palhinha. Indeed, the Portugal inter... »

Bayern Munich goalkeeper reveals his six-year-old son passed away a few weeks ago following a serious illness

Bayern Munich goalkeeper reveals his six-year-old son passed away a few weeks ago following a serious illness

In 2018, the star said he wife Lisa were ‘grateful’ for their ‘wonderful gift’ as he announced Len’s birth just a day after enjoyi... »

ANTHONY GORDON INTERVIEW: Newcastle star on ‘horrendous’ ordeal last summer, how football became a ‘chore’, what REALLY happened with Liverpool and why he knows exactly how Alexander Isak feels

ANTHONY GORDON INTERVIEW: Newcastle star on ‘horrendous’ ordeal last summer, how football became a ‘chore’, what REALLY happened with Liverpool and why he knows exactly how Alexander Isak feels

Last summer, Anthony Gordon was Alexander Isak. This year, he has something he wants to get off his chest about the past 12 months, and beyond. »

After Diaz: Christian Falk weighs in on second possible exit from Liverpool first-XI

After Diaz: Christian Falk weighs in on second possible exit from Liverpool first-XI

Bayern Munich will not pursue a move for Ibrahima Konate in the current summer window. That position will remain consistent for as long as out-of-favour centre-... »

David Ornstein confirms Alexander Isak stance after Newcastle reject Liverpool offer

David Ornstein confirms Alexander Isak stance after Newcastle reject Liverpool offer

Newcastle have rejected a ‘formal offer’ from Liverpool for Alexander Isak. This comes at a time when the Magpies are actively exploring potential replacements ... »

‘I heard’ – Fresh Alexander Isak info breaks in intriguing morning update for Liverpool

‘I heard’ – Fresh Alexander Isak info breaks in intriguing morning update for Liverpool

Liverpool have a clear intention of getting a deal done for Alexander Isak in this summer transfer window. It’s an intention reportedly shared by the Sweden int... »

‘Will leave’: Romano makes definitive transfer prediction over Man United target who ‘can do it all’

‘Will leave’: Romano makes definitive transfer prediction over Man United target who ‘can do it all’

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that one Manchester United target is certain to leave his club this summer. Indeed, Douglas Luiz is gunning for a return to the Pr... »

Soccer club WITHDRAWS multiple teams for remainder of the season after frequent on-field brawls – ‘loss of confidence from the community’

Soccer club WITHDRAWS multiple teams for remainder of the season after frequent on-field brawls – ‘loss of confidence from the community’

An amateur soccer club in Sydney has opted to ban multiple teams for the rest of the season following a number of alleged recent game-day incidents involving pl... »

When Partick Thistle signed Pogba: Unfortunately it wasn’t world-beater Paul… but the big brother who ended up in jail for trying to extort money from his famous sibling

When Partick Thistle signed Pogba: Unfortunately it wasn’t world-beater Paul… but the big brother who ended up in jail for trying to extort money from his famous sibling

Scottish football has long been in the grip of what we might call Prestwick Airport Syndrome. »

Tottenham finalising terms with Bayern Munich over loan deal for £44m former Premier League star as Thomas Frank closes in on surprise coup for his fourth summer signing

Tottenham finalising terms with Bayern Munich over loan deal for £44m former Premier League star as Thomas Frank closes in on surprise coup for his fourth summer signing

SIMON JONES: The 30-year-old Portugal international started just 10 league games for Bayern last season, with Vincent Kompany often favouring other options in m... »

Man United transfer news: United’s major advantage in race for Benjamin Sesko and why they think he’s the answer, what’s happening to ‘bomb squad’ quartet and the young star forcing his way into first team

Man United transfer news: United’s major advantage in race for Benjamin Sesko and why they think he’s the answer, what’s happening to ‘bomb squad’ quartet and the young star forcing his way into first team

CHRIS WHEELER: United have made good progress on their US tour, but the trip to Chicago, New Jersey and Atlanta has attracted more attention for what has been h... »

Ruben Amorim ‘believes £70m Benjamin Sesko can bring out the best in Rasmus Hojlund’ – as Red Devils step up pursuit of RB Leipzig striker

Ruben Amorim ‘believes £70m Benjamin Sesko can bring out the best in Rasmus Hojlund’ – as Red Devils step up pursuit of RB Leipzig striker

Red Devils boss Amorim is reportedly of the belief that the two young strikers can co-exist at the club and the capture of the Slovenian could bring out the bes... »

Revealed: What Florian Wirtz told Luis Diaz to convince him to complete £65.5m transfer from Liverpool to Bayern Munich

Revealed: What Florian Wirtz told Luis Diaz to convince him to complete £65.5m transfer from Liverpool to Bayern Munich

Florian Wirtz ‘s glowing reference of the Bundesliga and the city of Munich helped convince Luis Diaz to move to Bayern, the Colombian winger has revealed... »

Liverpool’s £116m man Florian Wirtz given iconic shirt number made famous by club legends – while fellow summer signings also make their selections

Liverpool’s £116m man Florian Wirtz given iconic shirt number made famous by club legends – while fellow summer signings also make their selections

Wirtz joined from Bayer Leverkusen in a staggering £116million deal earlier this summer and has hit the ground running, scoring in a 3-1 pre-season friendly vic... »

Man United ‘join the hunt to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG’… but ‘face hurdle in race for goalkeeper’s signature’

Man United ‘join the hunt to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG’… but ‘face hurdle in race for goalkeeper’s signature’

Manchester United have reportedly made an enquiry to Paris Saint-Germain about the availability of Gianluigi Donnarumma but a deal is far from straightforward. »

Premier League club decide when they’ll ‘make an offer’ for ‘phenomenal’ United star, he’s waiting on their call

Premier League club decide when they’ll ‘make an offer’ for ‘phenomenal’ United star, he’s waiting on their call

Alejandro Garnacho is awaiting an approach from Chelsea, who are ‘expected to make an offer’ before the window closes. That’s according to The Telegraph’s Matt ... »

Sunderland win the race to sign Chelsea wonderkid on loan as Premier League newboys continue £113m summer spree

Sunderland win the race to sign Chelsea wonderkid on loan as Premier League newboys continue £113m summer spree

SIMON JONES: The 19-year-old had attracted interest from a number of clubs, notably Ipswich Town, but Chelsea were keen for the teenager to gain Premier League ... »

HIBERNIAN 1 MIDTJYLLAND 2 (aet): Danes deny Hibs with spectacular overhead-kick winner in the 119th minute of Easter Road thriller

HIBERNIAN 1 MIDTJYLLAND 2 (aet): Danes deny Hibs with spectacular overhead-kick winner in the 119th minute of Easter Road thriller

What promised to be a momentous evening for Hibernian ended in agonising anti-climax as Midtjylland dramatically snatched a place in the third qualifying round ... »

Late overhead stunner knocks Hibs out of Europa League … but David Gray expresses pride in his brave team

Late overhead stunner knocks Hibs out of Europa League … but David Gray expresses pride in his brave team

David Gray expressed pride in his Hibs players despite the late agony which saw them crash out of the Europa League. »

West Ham star Lucas Paqueta breaks silence with defiant 120-word social media statement after two-year spot-fixing nightmare FINALLY came to an end

West Ham star Lucas Paqueta breaks silence with defiant 120-word social media statement after two-year spot-fixing nightmare FINALLY came to an end

Paqueta was accused of deliberately getting booked in four games, against Leicester in 2022, and Leeds United, Aston Villa and Bournemouth the following year. »

“Deal agreed” – Sky journalist confirms young striker is leaving Man United

“Deal agreed” – Sky journalist confirms young striker is leaving Man United

Manchester United youngster Ethan Wheatley has reportedly found the club that will host him on loan next season. The 19-year-old is a youth product of the club ... »

‘There’s actually a feeling’: Cunha and Mbeumo implore Amorim to U-turn on outcast Red they want to play with

‘There’s actually a feeling’: Cunha and Mbeumo implore Amorim to U-turn on outcast Red they want to play with

Several key Manchester United players are of the belief that Antony would be a ‘good fit’ in Ruben Amorim’s system. The winger is currently seeking a move away ... »

‘Wants to join’: Romano & Jacobs drop transfer bombshell with Man Utd consequences

‘Wants to join’: Romano & Jacobs drop transfer bombshell with Man Utd consequences

Manchester United have received an important boost in their quest to sign Benjamin Sesko, as their main rivals in the race are making progress on an alternative... »

Astonishing moment Mikel Arteta is PUSHED back by Tottenham star Pedro Porro during pre-season friendly in Hong Kong – as fans label Arsenal boss the most unlikeable man in football’

Astonishing moment Mikel Arteta is PUSHED back by Tottenham star Pedro Porro during pre-season friendly in Hong Kong – as fans label Arsenal boss the most unlikeable man in football’

The first-ever north London derby staged outside the UK took place in Hong Kong , with Tottenham securing a 1‑0 win thanks to Pape Sarr’s stunning 45-yard... »

Joao Felix’s former team-mate tears into Chelsea flop and his ‘worthless’ talent – after he left Blues for Al-Nassr in £43m deal

Joao Felix’s former team-mate tears into Chelsea flop and his ‘worthless’ talent – after he left Blues for Al-Nassr in £43m deal

The 25-year-old’s career at the elite level could already be over after he departed Chelsea for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr this week. »

FIFA chief takes aim at ‘combative’ players’ union boss for being ‘more Papal than the Pope’ as row over welfare escalates

FIFA chief takes aim at ‘combative’ players’ union boss for being ‘more Papal than the Pope’ as row over welfare escalates

MIKE KEEGAN: FIFPRO represent around 66,000 men’s and women’s players across the globe. And Silvero suggested the body is not fit for purpose. »

Arsenal transfer news: Why they can still spend big, the latest on Eberechi Eze and the five players heading for the exit

Arsenal transfer news: Why they can still spend big, the latest on Eberechi Eze and the five players heading for the exit

Six players have arrived, including the much-needed No 9 Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi and a quartet that will compete for places in the starting XI. And th... »

Former Barcelona player hospitalised in Greece after being bitten on his genitals while walking his dog

Former Barcelona player hospitalised in Greece after being bitten on his genitals while walking his dog

The winger, now on loan at Aris Thessaloniki from Celta Vigo, was reportedly trying to break up a fight between his own dog and another when the painful inciden... »

Newcastle United Q&A: Why top targets rejected them, the blunder that derailed James Trafford move, Alexander Isak’s major mis-step… and new ‘dark horse’ striker on shortlist – CRAIG HOPE answers YOUR questions

Newcastle United Q&A: Why top targets rejected them, the blunder that derailed James Trafford move, Alexander Isak’s major mis-step… and new ‘dark horse’ striker on shortlist – CRAIG HOPE answers YOUR questions

Our chief football reporter, Craig Hope, is with Newcastle in South Korea this week, and he asked for your questions from the capital Seoul today. There were mo... »

Fans joke Granit Xhaka has ‘no idea who he’s joining’ as ex-Arsenal star gives hilariously ‘generic’ answers in Q&A video after joining Sunderland

Fans joke Granit Xhaka has ‘no idea who he’s joining’ as ex-Arsenal star gives hilariously ‘generic’ answers in Q&A video after joining Sunderland

Granit Xhaka, 32, was unveiled this week in a short Q&A segment posted by Sunderland on the club’s social media, but his answers quickly went viral fo... »

Tottenham signing dazzles on a quiet debut for Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal are faced with a preseason worry – and there’s a new set-piece king in town: THINGS WE LEARNED from Spurs’ 1-0 win over their rivals in Hong Kong

Tottenham signing dazzles on a quiet debut for Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal are faced with a preseason worry – and there’s a new set-piece king in town: THINGS WE LEARNED from Spurs’ 1-0 win over their rivals in Hong Kong

Arsenal were less impressed with the referee who missed a sneaky trip on the rapidly breaking Lewis-Skelly which allowed Sarr the time and space to shoot and sc... »