Mathys Tel (Tottenham Hotspur)
March 2025
Bayern are considering recalling Mathys Tel from his Spurs loan this summer to strengthen their squad for the FIFA Club World Cup.
Although Tel’s loan to Spurs included a €55m buy option and runs until June 30, FIFA’s new June 1–10 transfer window gives Bayern the chance to terminate the deal early and bring him back.
Scott McTominay (Napoli)
March 2025
Former United forward Joe Jordan criticized the club’s decision to sell McTominay, who is thriving at Napoli with 7 goals and 4 assists in his debut Serie A season.
After a £25.4m move last summer, McTominay has become a key player for the Serie A contenders, while Man United struggle in 13th place, highlighting what Jordan called poor judgment from the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr) Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025
Reports of Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami on a short-term deal have been debunked by Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed there is no truth to the story.
While Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr contract ends this season, Romano clarified the Portuguese star is likely to extend his stay in Saudi Arabia, ruling out any imminent MLS switch or reunion with Messi.
Jake Gleeson
March 2025
Ex-Portland Timbers goalkeeper Jake Gleeson has won over $20 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit, after infected leg surgeries in 2018 ended his career and left him in constant pain.
A jury found Dr. Edelson negligent for improperly sterilized implants that led to 14 surgeries and lifelong physical damage. Gleeson, once an MLS Cup champion, detailed his trauma over a six-year legal fight.
Caoimhín Kelleher (Liverpool)
March 2025
Bournemouth have identified Liverpool backup keeper Kelleher as a key summer signing, while Chelsea also monitor the situation.
With Kelleher likely to leave and Liverpool planning for Valencia’s Mamardashvili, Bournemouth could face competition and must weigh up a £30m+ fee, eased by potential European qualification.
Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
March 2025
Arsenal are leading the race to sign Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who prefers a Premier League move amid strong interest from several top European clubs.
With a €70m release clause, Sesko’s preference for Champions League football puts Arsenal ahead, especially as Man United may miss out on qualification unless they win the Europa League.
Daizen Maeda (Celtic)
March 2025
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has confirmed the club are working to extend Daizen Maeda’s contract beyond 2027 and reward his breakout season with a deserved salary increase.
Rodgers praised Maeda’s versatility and goal-scoring form, noting discussions have already taken place with club leadership and the player to secure a long-term future for one of their standout performers.
Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid)
March 2025 (Trial on Wednesday)
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti faces trial next week in Madrid for allegedly defrauding Spanish tax authorities of over €1 million related to image rights during 2014 and 2015.
Prosecutors claim Ancelotti used offshore companies to conceal income, labeling image rights arrangements as fictitious. Authorities have already seized over €1.2 million. He could face up to 4 years and 9 months in prison if convicted.
León, James Rodríguez, Eduardo Berizzo
March 2025
FIFA expelled León from the Club World Cup due to shared ownership with Pachuca, prompting outrage from the team and its captain, who called the move unfair and damaging to the sport.
FIFA cited multi-club ownership rules, but León’s players and coach argue they’ve done nothing wrong. The club is appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, while Costa Rica’s Alajuelense has expressed interest in taking León’s spot.
