Marseille, Aug 30 (IANS) Olympique de Marseille have signed Everton forward Neal Maupay on a season-long loan deal with an obligation to buy the forward in 2025. Maupay moves to the Ligue 1 side after spending the 2023/24 campaign on loan with one of his former clubs Brentford, where he scored eight times in 31 games.
Jamshedpur, Aug 29 (IANS) Jamshedpur FC have signed young talented local striker Samir Murmu on a two-year deal. The 22-year-old sensation from Bhagabandh village near Ghatsila has already made a name for himself in the football circuit, impressing with his goal-scoring prowess. His stellar performance in the 2023-24 Santosh Trophy saw him net 10 goals in just 13 appearances, earning him the coveted Player of the Tournament award and his first call-up for the India U-23 squad.
New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) England defender Kieran Trippier has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 33, closing the chapter on a distinguished career that saw him earn 54 caps. Trippier, who has been a key figure in England’s defense since making his debut in 2017 under former manager Gareth Southgate, took to social media to share his decision.
London, Aug 29 (IANS) Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is unpertubed about his future in the club despite being in the final year of his contract at Anfield. The Egyptian just wants to enjoy his final days in the London-based club.
Madrid, Aug 28 (IANS) Athletic Club Bilbao have confirmed the arrival of central defender Unai Nunez on loan from Celta Vigo for the season. The move sees Nunez return to the club where he had spent his career, before joining Celta in 2022 on a two-year loan, with an obligation for Celta to buy him at the end of last season.
Bengaluru, Aug 28 (IANS) A dominant Nongiri Presbyterian Secondary School, Meghalaya clinched the Sub-Junior Boys title in the 63rd Subroto Cup International Football Tournament with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Major Dhyanchand Sports College, Uttar Pradesh. Prosperwell Ryntong claimed a brace while Namebanlam Nongkseh scored the third goal for the winners in the match played at the Army Service Corps Centre here on Wednesday.
Manchester, Aug 28 (IANS) Burnley have secured the services of Hannibal Mejbri from Manchester United in a permanent transfer, marking a significant addition to their squad as they aim to bounce back to the Premier League under the guidance of new manager Scott Parker.
Glasgow, Aug 28 (IANS) Scottish champions Celtic have signed 20-year-old Barcelona left-back Alex Valle on a season-long loan, subject to international clearance. The young defender, who has been with Barcelona for the past decade, arrives in Glasgow with high expectations as he joins the Scottish champions under the stewardship of Brendan Rodgers.
New Delhi, Aug 28 (IANS) Uruguayan football club Nacional's defender Juan Izquierdo passed away at the age of 27 after collapsing on the pitch during a Copa Libertadores match earlier this month.
London, Aug 27 (IANS) Arsenal have signed Spain’s international Mikel Merino from La Liga side Real Sociedad on a long-term deal. The 28-year-old midfielder, who has been a key figure for Sociedad since 2018, joins the Gunners after a successful spell in Spain where he made 242 appearances, scoring 27 goals and providing 30 assists.
