Paris Saint-Germain continued their impressive form in Ligue 1 by defeating Rennes 3-1 on Friday. Forward Bradley Barcola was the stand-out performer with two goals, making him the league's top scorer this season with six goals. Despite a late penalty call against them, PSG maintained their composure and secured the victory, extending their unbeaten streak and positioning themselves three points clear at the top of the league table.
Bradley Barcola's two goals and Achraf Hakimi's assist led Paris Saint-Germain to a 3-1 victory over Rennes, securing their unbeaten streak and increasing their lead at the top of Ligue 1. With six goals, Barcola overtakes Marseille's Mason Greenwood as the league's top scorer this season. However, Brest suffers its fourth defeat in six games ahead of their Champions League match against Salzburg next week.
Manchester United have secured a major deal with PSG to bring midfielder Manuel Ugarte to Old Trafford for an initial fee of £42.2m, with the potential to rise to £50.7m through add-ons. Ugarte, who has been a primary midfield target for United throughout the window, has always had his heart set on a move to the club and is expected to have a medical and finalize personal terms on Tuesday. His arrival may also mark the departure of Scott McTominay, who is close to finalizing a move to Napoli.
Carlo Ancelotti has come to the defence of Real Madrid's new star forward, Kylian Mbappe, who is yet to produce his signature goal-scoring form in the LaLiga. Ancelotti emphasized the importance of team effort and coordination, stating that the lack of compactness and not just individual performance is to be blamed for the team's struggles in finding the back of the net. The Frenchman, who impressed with 44 goals last season for PSG, has only scored once in the ongoing campaign. However, with the manager's faith and support, it is only a matter of time before we see Mbappe's true potential at Real Madrid.
Football fans were on the edge of their seats during the closing days of the transfer window as the biggest clubs vied for top talent. In a flurry of moves, Manchester United secured a £51million deal with PSG for Manuel Ugarte while also loaning Jadon Sancho from Chelsea with an obligation to buy next summer. Meanwhile, Liverpool has emerged as a top contender for Arsenal and United target Victor Osimhen, with the Nigerian striker ruling out a move to Saudi Arabia. Stay updated with all the latest transfer news and rumors through our live blog.
The draw for the revamped 36-team Champions League competition was held in Monte Carlo, and it did not disappoint. Manchester City, reigning champions, will face Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain in the league phase. Liverpool, last season's runner-up, will take on holders Real Madrid, while Arsenal will have to navigate through a challenging group including PSG and Inter. The new format sees all 36 teams forming a single league, with each team playing four home and four away games. The top eight teams will advance to the last 16, while a round of play-offs will determine the remaining eight spots.
In a repeat of the 2023 Champions League final, Manchester City is set to face Inter Milan in the new-look league phase of the competition. UEFA hopes the revamped format will provide a more exciting first stage, with all 36 teams forming a single league. Liverpool will also host holders Real Madrid and Arsenal will face PSG and Inter while Celtic will travel to Borussia Dortmund and Aston Villa. The top eight teams will advance directly to the last 16 while the remaining eight spots will be decided through play-offs.
After Kylian Mbappe's departure from Paris St Germain and joining Real Madrid, he is now demanding payment of 55 million Euros from his former club for an unpaid contract. This dispute with PSG's shareholders, the Qatari Sports Investment, could result in the club being expelled from the UEFA Champions League. Mbappe has taken the legal route by referring the matter to the French Professional Football League and the UEFA, seeking payment for his signing bonus, last three months of wages, and an 'ethical bonus'.
After months of negotiations, Manchester United have reportedly agreed to a deal of 50 million euros plus ten million in add-ons for PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The 23-year-old Uruguayan is set to travel to Manchester for his medical on Tuesday, with an official contract expected to follow shortly after. The transfer has been facilitated by United's agreement to sell Scott McTominay to Napoli for 30 million euros, freeing up space and funds for Ugarte's arrival. With only one defensive midfielder in their squad, United are in dire need of Ugarte's arrival and the deal is expected to be finalized in the coming days.
Manchester United have successfully negotiated a deal with PSG to secure the signing of midfielder Manuel Ugarte for an initial fee of £42.2m, which could potentially rise to £50.7m with add-ons. Ugarte, who had his heart set on a move to Old Trafford, was United's primary midfield target throughout the transfer window. As part of the deal, United's Scott McTominay is set to leave the club and join Napoli.