BRENDAN RODGERS is making a stunning £35million bid to bring French midfielder Boubakary Soumare to Leicester City. The Foxes hope to agree a fee with Lille for their powerful star and offer him a deal worth around £5m to join them. Boubakary Soumare is wanted by Leicester in a £35million deal It is a huge statement by Leicester who are prepared to back Rodgers as they prepare ...Full Story »

Lukaku not planning to leave Inter Romelu Lukaku does not plan to leave Inter Milan this summer after the club's Serie A title victory, according to Fabrizio Romano. The striker told Sky Sport on Sunday that "he's really proud to be an Inter player" - and Romano said the Belgium international will stick around for next season amid reported interest from clubs outside Italy. Ajer watched by Ne...Full Story »

John Kennedy hit out at Old Firm novice Nick Welsh as he laid responsibility for Celtic’s heaviest derby defeat in 13 years at the feet of the debutant referee.The Hoops crashed to a 4-1 loss at Ibrox after having Callum McGregor sent off just 26 minutes into the game.The Scotland midfielder had only collected his first caution for a trip on Ryan Kent three minutes before.Welsh waved play ...Full Story »

Word stemming from Germany this weekend suggests that Tottenham Hotspur have made contact with Ralf Rangnick, over the club's vacant managerial position. Mou dismissed Amid the widespread turmoil surrounding all matters Super League-related, one story slipped somewhat under the radar in England early last week. This of course came in the form of Tottenham's decision to part ways with Jose M...Full Story »

Belgium boss Martinez open to Tottenham job Roberto Martinez is open to taking charge of Tottenham, according to The Sun. The Belgium boss could be set for a return to the Premier League after Euro 2020 and Spurs are keeping an eye on him as they look for a permanent replacement for Jose Mourinho. Man Utd won't sell Van de Beek Manchester United are not going to sell Donny van de Beek this...Full Story »

Darren Ferguson hailed his Peterborough comeback kings as he celebrated the best promotion of his managerial career.Ferguson toasted a fourth rise as Posh chief – and fifth in all – when seeing his side complete an unlikely revival to book their place in the Championship.Ferguson’s men only needed a point to seal the deal but looked set to fluff their lines when falling 3-0 dow...Full Story »

Notts County’s play-off hopes suffered another setback as they were held to a 1-1 Vanarama National League draw at Altrincham.The Robins started brightly and took the lead after 24 minutes through Alistair Smith following a swift counter-attack.Dan Mooney broke down the right and squared the ball for Smith, who struck home into the bottom corner from 24 yards with his left foot.County mana...Full Story »

Preston beat Barnsley 2-0 to halt the Tykes’ Championship play-off momentum.Goals from Jordan Storey and Ched Evans sealed victory in the Lilywhites’ last game at Deepdale this term.Frankie McAvoy’s men are ending the campaign on a high after securing their third straight win.Barnsley have already confirmed their play-off spot but missed the chance to climb the table.The Reds c...Full Story »

Napoli make €10m offer for De Ketelaere Napoli have made a €10 million (£9m/$12m) offer for Club Brugge midfielder Charles De Ketelaere, reports Gazzetta dello Sport. The 20-year-old has been linked with a big-money move away from Brugge for some time, having already made his senior Belgium debut. Tuchel: I am involved and I should be involved in transfers Thomas Tuchel in...Full Story »

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to make their move for Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe and the result could be bad news for Manchester United and Liverpool. Zinedine Zidane has always been a big admirer of his fellow Frenchman and this summer will be his strongest chance yet of striking a deal. Mbappe will enter the final 12 months of his contract so PSG must decide whether to cash ...Full Story »

Relegated Alloa finished the season with a flourish as they triumphed 1-0 over Scottish Championship play-off contenders Dunfermline.Alloa were nine points adrift at the foot of the table heading into Friday’s last game of the season but pulled off their first home win since February 6 thanks to Innes Murray’s second-half winner.Dunfermline were already assured of a top-four finish a...Full Story »

Liverpool have reportedly held initial talks over a transfer deal for Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic, according to Inside Futbol. Their report states the Reds have been joined by AC Milan in making an approach over the highly-rated Vlahovic, who could cost as much as £43million to sign this summer. The 21-year-old looks a superb talent after 17 goals and three assists in Serie A this...Full Story »

Lionel Messi has moved a step closer to signing a new contract with Barcelona after his father held productive talks with the Catalan club, say reports. The Argentine great is out of contract at the end of the season and requested a transfer last summer after growing frustrated at Camp Nou. However, TV3 (via AS) has reported that Messi's father and agent Jorge spoke to newly-elected Barcelon...Full Story »

Dortmund could jump PL clubs for White Borussia Dortmund are ready to jump ahead of several Premier League clubs in the chase for Brighton defender Ben White, who has made 31 starts in the English top flight this year, claims The Sun. The 23-year-old is rated at £35 million ($49m/€40m) and is also being tracked by Manchester United and Arsenal. Leeds United reportedly had three b...Full Story »

Preston’s Joe Rafferty is likely to be back in contention for Saturday’s Championship clash against high-flying Barnsley.Rafferty has been sidelined for a month with a back problem but is expected to be available.Interim manager Frankie McAvoy has no fresh injuries to worry about as he looks to build on a return of three wins in his six games in charge.Daniel Johnson, Declan Rudd and...Full Story »

THE woman accusing Cristiano Ronaldo of rape is claiming for £56million in damages, it's been revealed. Newly-released court documents show the amount former model Kathryn Mayorga is seeking from the footballer. The woman accusing Ronaldo of rape is seeking £56million - or two years' salary for the ace - in damages, court documents revealCredit: AP:Associated Press It comes after sh...Full Story »

Neymar flirting with Barca return (Mundo Deportivo)The PSG winger has yet to put pen to paper on an extension with his current club Neymar's talk behind the scenes does not match his public comments, claims Mundo Deportivo, as he has quietly spoken to people at Barcelona about a potential return. The winger has repeatedly said he would sign an extension with Paris Saint-Germain, but until th...Full Story »