Sporting CP

RB Leipzig’s £52m Demands for Xavi Simons: Including Chelsea’s Underperforming Asset

RB Leipzig are reportedly ready to bring Christopher Nkunku back to Germany, as part of a blockbuster deal that would see Xavi Simons join Chelsea in a £60 million ($81m) move. The Bundesliga side have floated the sensational idea of a player-plus-cash swap with Chelsea preparing to move out several players, including Nkunku, before going all-in on their top attacking targets.

VIDEO: Man Utd fan asks Ruben Amorim if he's signing Gianluigi Donnarumma as Red Devils boss sees funny side to transfer question

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim saw the lighter side when a fan cheekily asked him if the Red Devils were signing Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma this summer. The Portuguese coach, who has already overseen several new arrivals at Old Trafford, chuckled at the question but offered no confirmation as transfer speculation continues to swirl.

'He's going to destroy you' – Mikel Arteta lavishes praise on Viktor Gyokeres after big-money summer signing opened Arsenal account against Athletic Club

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta heaped praise on new signing Viktor Gyokeres, who scored his first goal for the Gunners since his move to North London from Sporting CP this summer. The Premier League giants thrashed La Liga side Athletic Club 3-0 in their final pre-season friendly courtesy of goals from Gyokeres, Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz.

Erik ten Hag’s Former Manager Admits Manchester United Captaincy Pursuit Amid Ruben Amorim Revelation

The architect of Bruno Fernandes' early career has confessed a burning desire to reunite with the Manchester United skipper. Amidst whispers of a potential Old Trafford departure, a former manager admitted his keen interest in bringing the Portuguese playmaker back under his wing. This revelation sheds new light on Fernandes' enduring appeal across the footballing landscape, even as his commitment to United remains a focal point

'Special player!' – Cristiano Ronaldo praises former Sporting CP icon Viktor Gyokeres after sealing Arsenal move

Cristiano Ronaldo hailed former Sporting CP star Viktor Gyokeres as a 'special player' following the striker's move to Arsenal this summer. Gyokeres signed for the Gunners for a whopping £64 million (€74m/$86m) transfer fee, including bonuses related to appearances, goals and assists. The striker was in demand in the transfer market after a successful season at Sporting, where he scored 54 goals.