Ousmane Dembele suffers following his big-money switch to Barcelona. The £103.5 million transfer fee, the world's third-most expensive signing, was either going to hinder his progress or afford him a larger platform from which…

In a league deemed weak at the top but otherwise competitive, Julian Nagelsmann's Hoffenheim have an opportunity to establish themselves as one of the Bundesliga's top sides.  Huub Stevens led the club to a poor start during…

With critics and supporters alike praising Mauro Icardi for his key goal-scoring contribution at Inter Milan, it’s easy to forget the Argentine is not yet good enough to justify such hype. He doesn't deliver on club football's…

Gylfi Sigurdsson netted his 50th Premier League goal with aplomb two weeks ago during Everton's 2-1 win over Leicester City. It was a fantastic finish, one which epitomised the Iceland international's return to form after a forgettable…

Tanguy Ndombele was the only new addition to Didier Deschamps' France squad for Les Bleus' upcoming international fixtures, but those who follow the 21-year-old closely will know that his first senior call-up was only a matter of time…

Gareth Southgate's latest England squad selection had a more youthful look to it when the news was announced on Thursday. The headlines were dominated by a talented trio earning their first senior call-ups, as Leicester playmaker James…

Stan Kroenke completed the full takeover of Arsenal Football Club, following an agreement made last month with minority shareholder Alisher Usmanov to buy the Russian's 30% stake. Usmanov's holding was the lone stumbling block…

Sevilla completed the signing of Spartak Moscow forward Quincy Promes, for a reported £17 million, on Spain's transfer deadline day. Since arriving three weeks ago, the 26-year-old has made two cameo appearances, but with time, will be expected…

Over the past few months, Jack Grealish would have been a frustrated man. It was clear he wanted to join Tottenham, they too were interested in his services but failed to agree a fair transfer fee with Championship side Aston Villa.  It's…

Wales began their Nations League campaign in style with a 4-1 thrashing over the Republic of Ireland on Thursday. Ryan Giggs won his first home game in charge. Chelsea teenager Ethan Ampadu earned more admirers. In all, it was an impressive…

France's recent World Cup winners were greeted to a heroic welcome at their Clairefontaine training base this week. It's now time to move on, though. The new season has already begun. International breaks are never too far behind.  …

Reiss Nelson completed a season-long loan move to Hoffenheim four days ago. Given the ever-increasing trend of talented English youngsters heading abroad, this deal is more promising than most. Nelson, 18, has been heralded as Arsenal's…

Stephy Mavididi signed for Juventus from Arsenal in a surprise €2m deal on 17 August. The move divided opinion among supporters and neutrals alike. The 20-year-old is another talented Englishman who has opted to challenge himself…

It's rare for Paris Saint-Germain to splash the cash on a defender. It's the area in the squad that most needed attention. So, the club decided to pay Schalke 04 €37 million (£33m) for Thilo Kehrer. The 21-year-old…

Amid all the transfer madness, spare a thought for Tammy Abraham. Twelve months ago, the striker found himself in serious demand. He broke records aplenty while winning several individual accolades at Championship side Bristol City,…