Gianni Infantino, the general secretary of European football’s governing body, said the practice – which is already outlawed in the Premier League and France’s Ligue 1 – could not be allowed to continue. “This kind of player ownership is a growing threat,” he told Bloomberg. “We will ourselves look into this matter because it cannot [...]
Since being elected in 2007, the former France captain has delivered a series of fundamental changes, with critics claiming some of those decisions are designed to weaken the English game, such as the Financial Fair Play regulations, which take effect next year and permit losses of up to 45m euros (£37.5m) over a two-year period. [...]
Defeat at Swansea on Sunday has left the North Londoners fifth in the Premier League and four points adrift of nearest rivals Chelsea. They host champions Manchester United on Sunday knowing they cannot afford to drop any more points if they want to stay in contention for a European spot. Defeat at the Emirates could [...]
It had been suggested that world football’s governing body would suspend the Swiss FA if it failed to impose suitable sanctions on Sion in the wake of their decision to field ineligible players. Had a ban been imposed, Manchester United could have been handed a UEFA Champions League lifeline. The Red Devils, who crashed out [...]
Hamsik has a long-term deal at Stadio San Paolo but reports continue to suggest that he could be a target for numerous other clubs around Europe. The Slovakia international admits that he does crave silverware but he has no problem with Napoli’s ambition and believes he can have a successful future without moving. “My future? [...]
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