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Several top clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool, are active in the transfer market, with Manchester United submitting an improved offer for Bryan Mbeumo and Chelsea close to agreeing a deal for Jamie Gittens. Everton have appointed Nick Cox as technical director and are exploring a sale of their women's team, while also in talks to sign Fulham defender Kenny Tete. Liverpool's Florian Wirtz has become the club's record signing, and the Reds have also appointed Rob Page as head coach of their under-21s.
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"Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brentford to sign forward Bryan Mbeumo. After weeks of negotiations a deal worth up to 71million ($95.5m) has finally been struck. #MUFC More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 11:42:50 UTC 1M followers, 714.7K engagements
"Tottenham Hotspur are close to agreeing a deal to send Mikey Moore on loan to Scottish Premiership side Rangers. The deal is not yet done but is progressing in the right direction. More from @JordanC1107 and @JackPittBrooke #THFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 16:04:54 UTC 1M followers, 55.5K engagements
"Manchester United have already signed Matheus Cunha this summer and Bryan Mbeumo looks set to follow him through the door at Old Trafford. Mbeumo scored nearly twice as many goals as expected last season netting XX non-penalty goals from XXX xG. Cunha followed closely behind converting XXX xG into XX goals the leagues second-highest overperformance in 2024-25. But by targeting the leagues biggest statistical outliers is their transfer strategy betting on unsustainable hot streaks rather than sound underlying processes @Conor0Neill_ explores whether xG overperformance should be something to" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 15:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 96.4K engagements
"Chloe Kelly 🗣 "I was cool I was composed and I knew I was going to hit the back of the net. I don't miss penalties twice. "Unbelievable it's not just the team but the team of staff behind us. It's XX players. "Sarina Wiegman she's done it again. It's unbelievable." Via BBC Sport" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 19:06:00 UTC 1M followers, 81.9K engagements
"The Premier League returns next month and stadiums are expected to be full for another season. But how do ticket prices compare 📈 Highest and lowest 🥶 Any clubs frozen prices 💰 Ticket revenue importance 📲 Issues with digital tickets 👀 Minimum usage policies 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 10:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 158.3K engagements
"Arsenal fans - how do these options make you feel" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 17:34:58 UTC 1M followers, 40.7K engagements
"Why Arsenal wanted Noni Madueke and how he fits in Mikel Arteta's system. 🎙 @jj_bull" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-17 06:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 242.6K engagements
"Liverpool were not unhappy to see Newcastle make their move for Hugo Ekitike. They fully expected Frankfurt to try to instigate an auction for the striker and were confident that he wanted to move to Anfield. However when news of Newcastles offer was made public on July XX #LFC cranked into action. The Anfield club also communicated their interest to Newcastle in Alexander Isak a player they had long coveted and said they were willing to offer a fee of around 120m. Liverpool knew that Newcastle had always been clear that they were not seeking to sell Isak whose contract expires in 2028 but" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 07:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 93.6K engagements
"Brentford are in advanced talks with UK-based South African businessman Gary Lubner and English filmmaker Matthew Vaughn about a minority investment in the Premier League club. More from @mjshrimper and @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-24 18:17:22 UTC 1M followers, 809.9K engagements
"Everton manager David Moyes is XX now. He has seen it all in his long career but has lost none of his passion - as @AdamCrafton_ found out in New Jersey. After a fine return to Goodison Park last season he is intent on re-establishing #EFC in the upper reaches of the Premier League at their new stadium on the banks of the Mersey. There have been transfer troubles this summer and a pre-season very different from his trips to the U.S. in the 1970s with Celtic" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 08:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 114.2K engagements
"American rapper Snoop Dogg is the latest celebrity to join the ownership group of an EFL club by investing in Swansea City. My love of football is well known but it feels special to me that I make my move into club ownership with Swansea City he said in a club statement. The story of the club and the area really struck a chord with me. This is a proud working class city and club. An underdog that bites back just like me. Im proud to be part of Swansea City. Snoop Dogg is the second prominent person to buy a stake in Swansea after Luka Modric was announced as a co-owner in April" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-17 18:33:37 UTC 1M followers, 204.7K engagements
"Fulham are in advanced talks with Arsenal over a move to re-sign Reiss Nelson. If it was to be a loan #AFC would prefer an obligation to purchase at the conclusion. Full story from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 16:47:46 UTC 1M followers, 78.9K engagements
"Alexander Isak was the dream who always seemed just out of reach. Benjamin Sesko appeared a little stand-offish. Viktor Gyokeres really wanted it. Arsenal's chosen striker signing this summer may not have been Mikel Artetas perfect profile but his desire may prove a super power writes @amylawrence71. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 11:21:38 UTC 1M followers, 196.7K engagements
"The Premier League has approved Woody Johnsons purchase of a XXXXX per cent stake in #CPFC from John Textors Eagle Football Holdings. I am honoured and privileged to be joining the ownership group of Crystal Palace Football Club Johnson said" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 18:31:30 UTC 1M followers, 60K engagements
"Granit Xhaka has informed Bayer Leverkusen that he only wants to join Sunderland as club-to-club talks continue over a deal for the Swiss midfielder. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 10:21:02 UTC 1M followers, 112.2K engagements
"Sarina Wiegman has now reached five finals from five tournaments as an international manager with the Netherlands and England. It is an unprecedented record in the mens or womens game. Few managers in the game think outside the box like Wiegman and she has become footballs ultimate tournament specialist. England are the underdogs against world champions Spain in Basel on Sunday. Regardless of what happens five successive European and World Cup finals is an achievement that may never be matched. 📝 @Zonal_Marking 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 11:53:35 UTC 1M followers, 47.6K engagements
"Aaron Ramsey was set to travel to Mexico on Monday night ahead of signing for Liga MX side Pumas UNAM. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-30 17:23:44 UTC 1M followers, 56.4K engagements
"If Spain make it through to the semi-finals of Euro 2025 they won't be able to call on Laia Aleixandri. The Barcelona defender's late challenge on Iman Beney earns her a yellow card and a one-match suspension. #WEURO2025" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 19:32:05 UTC 1M followers, 50.6K engagements
"Harvey Elliott says securing sufficient game time to boost his chances of making Englands World Cup squad will be crucial in deciding his future. The Liverpool midfielder is still pondering whether to stay put or pursue a move away from Anfield in the coming weeks. If I had it my way I would be here for the rest of my career its as simple as that the 22-year-old said following open training in Hong Kong on Thursday. I love everything about the club but at the same time I kind of need to be selfish and see whats best for me. I have big ambitions. I want to get in the World Cup squad. I want to" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 13:20:22 UTC 1M followers, 72K engagements
"Marcus Rashford will wear number XX during his loan spell with Barcelona. The England international follows in the footsteps of Thierry Henry and Javier Mascherano" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 17:13:45 UTC 1M followers, 53.6K engagements
"Chelsea are optimistic that there will be more departures soon. Here's the latest from @SJohnsonSport: #CFC have dropped their asking price by 22m for Christopher Nkunku who has admirers in the Premier League Italy and Germany. In January Chelsea valued the France international at 65m a figure that has now been cut to 50m (around 43.3m). Joao Felix is the subject of talks from one large club in Portugal and a few others from the Saudi Pro League. Chelsea are looking to sell the 25-year-old attacker for 50m including add-ons. 🔴 Atletico Madrid have joined Bayern Munich and one Premier League" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 08:55:26 UTC 1M followers, 100.8K engagements
"Fuka Nagano has committed her future to Liverpool as she is set to renew her contract amid interest from Womens Super League rivals. Exclusive from @megan_feringa #LFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 16:04:26 UTC 1M followers, 54.2K engagements
"Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz is set to face disciplinary action after not reporting to training on Thursday. More from @JamesHorncastle" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 18:16:00 UTC 1M followers, 84.9K engagements
"How clubs convince players to join them over their rivals including the story of a player who sacrificed money so that Arsenal would let him miss European away games due to his fear of flying 🎙 @ReubenPinder" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 09:06:00 UTC 1M followers, 53.6K engagements
"Sunderland have agreed a fee worth up to 20million for the signing of Bayer Leverkusens Granit Xhaka. The club are set to pay Leverkusen 15m up front with a further 5m in potential add-ons with Xhaka set for a medical in the next XX to XX hours. @mwalker2771" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 13:39:52 UTC 1M followers, 57.5K engagements
"The makers of the Fantasty Premier League have announced some major changes to the rules for the 2025-26 season. @HollyShand and @FPL_Salah explore how these rule changes may impact the game and how you can take advantage of the new status quo" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 13:01:01 UTC 1M followers, 69.8K engagements
"Manchester United have submitted an improved offer to Brentford totalling in excess of 60million ($81.1m) for Bryan Mbeumo. #MUFC More from @lauriewhitwell" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-23 20:24:56 UTC 1M followers, 2M engagements
"How Liverpool landed Florian Wirtz Edging out City Bayern and Madrid A key trip to Kirkby last November Hughes complex but friendly talks Slots clear vision for role Wirtz attracted by project more than cash 📝 @greggevans40 @SebSB and @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-20 18:21:14 UTC 1M followers, 838.5K engagements
"Liverpool have made an approach to sign Alexander Isak. #LFC say no formal offer has been submitted as they're aware Newcastles stance has always been that Isak isn't for sale. However they have communicated their interest to do a deal in the region of 120m. @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-15 13:23:08 UTC 1M followers, 700K engagements
"Spain have qualified for five Women's European Championships including the 2025 edition in Switzerland. In three of their previous four tournaments they have fallen at the quarter-final hurdle: 1997: Semi-finals (Beaten 2-1 by Italy) 2013: Quarter-finals (Lost 3-1 to Norway) 2017: Quarter-finals (Knocked out via penalty shootout by Austria) 2022: Quarter-finals (Beaten 2-1 by England) There was no quarter-final round in 1997. Could Switzerland find a way to keep Spain's unwanted Euros record going Switzerland vs. Spain live blog:" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 18:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 47.8K engagements
"Arsenal forward Noni Madueke has been reclassified as a homegrown player the Premier League has confirmed to The Athletic. The 23-year-old who joined Arsenal from Chelsea last week had previously been listed in the west London clubs squad list as recently as February as a non-homegrown player. But the Premier League has since updated Maduekes status internally after a request was made before the end of the 2024-25 season. ✍ @gunnerblog @Dan_Sheldon_ & more 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 14:27:01 UTC 1M followers, 151K engagements
"➡ Liverpool ➡ Chelsea ➡ Manchester United ➡ PSG ➡ Al Hilal ➡ A new Newcastle contract Analysing Alexander Isaks options as he reveals he wants to move and why some do (and dont) make sense" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 19:47:22 UTC 1M followers, 105.6K engagements
"EXCL: Barcelona striker Pau Victor is set to complete a permanent transfer to Braga in a deal that will be worth a 12million (10.4m) fixed fee plus 3m (2.5m) in add-ons. More from @polballus" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 12:53:45 UTC 1M followers, 179.5K engagements
"🚨 Arsenal and Sporting CP are on the verge of a total agreement for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 13:39:36 UTC 1M followers, 219.3K engagements
"How Chelsea exposed Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup. 🔎 🎙 @AlexanderBrkr" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-14 17:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 192.7K engagements
"Newcastle United are exploring a deal to sign Brentford striker Yoane Wissa after cooling their interest in Eintracht Frankfurts Hugo Ekitike. #NUFC More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-17 09:45:10 UTC 1M followers, 1.1M engagements
"Queens Park Rangers fan Chloe Kelly told family before the Euro 2022 final that theres going to be a Bobby Zamora moment today. Kelly scored the winner against Germany in extra-time at Wembley to give England victory. Zamora whose Wembley goal earned QPR promotion to the Premier League in 2014 has a message for her and the rest of the England squad: . . . . -- --. . . : . . Messages to the Lionesses @charlotteharpur @KatieWhyatt" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 09:31:00 UTC 1M followers, 100.4K engagements
"From Erik ten Hag to Keely Hodgkinson Lauren James' dad to Premier League footballer Alex Scott and France legend Wendie Renard to stars of other sports The Athletic has spent the past few days speaking to people close to every member of the England squad. This article is a love letter to the Lionesses from those who really know them as the players prepare for the Euro 2025 final against Spain. It features dogs cats children and the story of the agent who screamed so loud in celebration of his player's goal that the police came knocking at his door. ✍ @charlotteharpur and @katiewhyatt 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 07:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 111.5K engagements
"Chloe Kelly. The calmest person on the pitch" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 21:46:03 UTC 1M followers, 93.3K engagements
"Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Viktor Gyokeres. The 27-year-old has joined from Sporting CP for a 63.5million fixed fee (55m $75m) with a further 10m possible in potential add-ons signing a five-year contract. This is how the deal was done: 🔴 Few foresaw this outcome a year ago 🔴 Bertas importance to focus on Gyokeres 🔴 Why Sesko interest cooled 🔴 Belief Gyokeres will provide an immediate impact ✍ @gunnerblog @mariocortegana @David_Ornstein 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 18:09:21 UTC 1M followers, 487K engagements
""They are the safeguard of the culture of the club." What does a sporting director do Where does their role fit in a hierarchy How do you get the job How can you judge if they are successful 📝 @MarkCarey93" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-20 07:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 74.8K engagements
"Everton are in talks to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana. The clubs remain in discussions over a transfer fee while #EFC have sounded out the player's camp over interest in move. The Athletic reported last month that Chelsea had made a verbal enquiry for the Belgium international as one of a number of options being considered by #CFC Full story from @Paddy_Boyland 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 14:14:37 UTC 1M followers, 79K engagements
"USMNT striker Josh Sargents proposed transfer from Norwich City to Wolfsburg appears to have fallen through. Sources with knowledge of the situation indicated it was Sargents decision to not continue with the move to the Bundesliga club. 📝 @SebSB" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 21:26:08 UTC 1M followers, 78K engagements
"Lewis-Skelly presented to senior figures Cited Kobe's Mamba Mentality James King key to deal Relationship with Arteta crucial Mertesacker at the talks @gunnerblog and @David_Ornstein on the discussions that led to Myles Lewis-Skellys Arsenal contract" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-27 07:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 829.8K engagements
"Leeds United continue to make moves in the transfer market. #LUFC have tabled a bid worth in excess of 30million for Feyenoord winger Igor Paixao. More from @BerenCross" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 10:51:04 UTC 1M followers, 83.1K engagements
"With Tottenham's pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White seemingly over it's time for a re-think. The big problem for #THFC is that there are few players with a similar skillset to Gibbs-White. So who is the closest match @EliasBurke @ThomHarris_ & @MarkCarey93 assess some options" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 17:00:15 UTC 1M followers, 53.4K engagements
"Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle United multiple sources privy to the situation have told The Athletic. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 12:18:02 UTC 1M followers, 150.2K engagements
"Leeds United are confident Lucas Perri will be their first-choice goalkeeper next season as discussions with Lyon head towards a conclusion. The 6ft 5in Brazilian would be the seventh arrival of the summer. More from @BerenCross" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 10:37:15 UTC 1M followers, 57.7K engagements
"England captain Leah Williamson trained on Monday and is available for her sides European Championship semi-final against Italy after sustaining an ankle injury during the quarter-final win over Sweden" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 18:24:00 UTC 1M followers, 91.3K engagements
"Al Nassr have agreed a deal totaling around 50million (43.7m; $58.7m) to sign Joao Felix from Chelsea. More from @David_Ornstein @SJohnsonSport & @SebSB" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 12:03:38 UTC 1M followers, 4254 engagements
"Chelsea are closing in on a deal to sign Jorrel Hato from Ajax. An agreement between the clubs has yet to be reached but is nearing with a compromise expected in the coming days on a price worth more than 40m (34.8m; $46.7m). More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 08:43:05 UTC 1M followers, 77.6K engagements
"As Manchester United look to reinforce key positions one name that has quietly emerged as a candidate to strengthen the goalkeeper group is John Victor of Botafogo. Theres plenty to like in Johns game: the range and accuracy in distribution the composure in aerial duels the strong underlying shot-stopping metrics. John may not generate headlines but in a league where every squad role matters he could quietly become one of the more important signings of the summer. 📝 @mattpyzdrowski 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-09 10:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 175.8K engagements
"Decisive substitutions have become Sarina Wiegmans trademark and England's #WEURO2025 run has been no different. What is unclear is how much this is pure Wiegman genius and how much England simply have back-ups of greater quality than their opponents. 📝 @Zonal_Marking 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 07:04:57 UTC 1M followers, 51.4K engagements
"Morally and emotionally I find it difficult to accept how Arsenal has approached the Thomas Partey situation. Even if you make the argument for Arsenal being wary of the legal ramifications of suspending him what can be made of their apparent desire to extend his contract beyond this summer Arsenal have long led the way in championing the womens game and have traditionally been held up as a club that does things the right way. Yet they have acted in a manner that raises questions about the sports moral compass and how it really views allegations of sexual assault towards women. Partey denies" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-05 08:02:05 UTC 1M followers, 2.1M engagements
"The winner in the final in 2022. The winning penalty in the final in 2025. Chloe Kelly. Was it ever going to be anyone else" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 18:52:33 UTC 1M followers, 82K engagements
"Viktor Gyokeres fits in with the physical profile of Arsenals squad. He may not enjoy the same freedom that he was afforded in Portugal but his build powerful shots speed and ability to spin off defenders should make the transition easier. #AFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 15:26:06 UTC 1M followers, 59K engagements
"Bayern Munich have submitted a formal proposal to sign Luis Diaz from Liverpool. It was worth 67.5million and immediately rejected by the Premier League champions. The former Porto attacker is into the final XX months of his contract at Anfield and to date there has been no sign of an extension and Diaz has made it clear to the club he wants to leave. More from @David_Ornstein 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-15 11:07:33 UTC 1M followers, 86.8K engagements
"Sweden captain Kosovare Asllani has said her team are one of the best in the world and believes they should be talked about more often after reaching the semi-finals of the last four major tournaments despite not being considered among the favourites. #SWEENG #WEuro2025" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-17 18:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 73.5K engagements
"Newcastle United are likely to want 150m for Alexander Isak - but thats not all. Throw in agents fees wages and a X% transfer levy for Premier League clubs and this deal could end up costing 250m over a five-year contract. Can any club afford it @CWeatherspoon_ analyses the market #NUFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 07:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 801K engagements
"Switzerland's resistance is broken by Athenea del Castillo who makes the breakthrough for Spain just four minutes after coming on. The backheel from Aitana Bonmati to set up Del Castillo was nothing short of sublime. #WEURO2025 📼 @BBCMOTD" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 20:28:36 UTC 1M followers, 49.7K engagements
"Weve all been there. The news comes through. Were signing ANOTHER player from them But who do Premier League teams actually do the most transfer deals with @SteveMadeley78 has dug into the numbers and worked it out. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 11:31:00 UTC 1M followers, 47.6K engagements
"Michelle Agyemang is special. After drawing England level late on in their quarter-final against Sweden she has done it again - this time in the semi-final. The ball falls to the 19-year-old in the box who finishes with confidence beyond her years to keep England alive" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 20:57:04 UTC 1M followers, 174.6K engagements
"Chloe Kelly thrives in these moments. She loves them said Sarina Wiegman. You can tell. Kelly had just scored Englands winning goal against Italy to send them through to the Euro 2025 final. It has not been an easy few years for Kelly who has shown resilience to become Englands confident calm hero. @charlotteharpur 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 13:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 58.5K engagements
"🔴 Manchester United tried to enter Ekitike race; enquired about Gyokeres 🔴 Talks have taken place in relation to Sesko Watkins & Jackson 🔴 Not actively pursued due to costs involved but could change 🔴 Also eyeing another No X and possibly goalkeeper @David_Ornstein's One To Watch is #MUFC's plans 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 07:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 83.5K engagements
"Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford on a season-long loan deal. The Spanish side have the option to sign the 27-year-old on a permanent basis as part of the agreement. #MUFC ✍ @polballus" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 17:02:32 UTC 1M followers, 47K engagements
"Crystal Palace first-team goalkeeping coach Dean Kiely has left the club after more than seven years with Julian Speroni fulfilling the role on a temporary basis. Exclusive from @MattWoosie #CPFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 15:11:00 UTC 1M followers, 55.8K engagements
"Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle United. They would go all-in on Benjamin Sesko to replace him. @ThomHarris_ and @ChrisDHWaugh look at whether it would work: Forward-thinking dribbler Dominant in air in a team that loves crossing Ball-striking ability" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 09:31:30 UTC 1M followers, 107.3K engagements
"Bayern Munich are closing in on a 75million (65.6m; $88.1m) deal to sign Liverpool forward Luis Diaz. More from @JamesPearceLFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 12:37:49 UTC 1M followers, 130.7K engagements
"At the start of the summer Mikel Arteta appeared to have a slight preference for RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko even if there were concerns about his readiness to make an immediate impact in the Premier League after only turning XX in late May. Ultimately however Arteta came to agree with the Arsenal hierarchy on targeting Viktor Gyokeres. When weighing up the various criteria under consideration manager and club were aligned that this was the best deal for Arsenal. Inside the deal that saw Gyokeres join Arsenal ✍ @gunnerblog @mariocortegana @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 08:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 100K engagements
"Tottenham Hotspur are set to turn their focus to Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White as work continues to bolster Thomas Franks squad for next season. #THFC #NFFC Exclusive story from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-10 14:14:34 UTC 1M followers, 91.9K engagements
"🗓 Five-year contract 🤑 Deal worth up to 71million 🗣 I had to take the opportunity to sign for the club of my dreams; the team whose shirt I wore growing up. #MUFC have completed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. @LaurieWhitwell" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 19:12:28 UTC 1M followers, 87.2K engagements
"Nicolas Jackson continues to divide opinion. While the Chelsea forward is not yet a clinical finisher he makes things happen more relentlessly than many in world football. If a club such as Manchester United or Newcastle United is willing to show patience in Jackson the potential reward is clear. 📝 @ThomHarris_ 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 09:03:04 UTC 1M followers, 165.1K engagements
"The gap between Manchester United and Brentford on their valuation of Bryan Mbeumo remains considerable reports @David_Ornstein in today's Transfer DealSheet. The two sides are several million pounds apart. There have been no significant developments over the past couple of weeks and a deal is still not imminent but talks continue as #MUFC work to complete a move for the Cameroon forward" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-15 07:07:25 UTC 1M followers, 1.1M engagements
"Luke Williams who was the head coach of the Championship club Swansea City as recently as February is now working at Bristol Airport. A photo of Williams at the airport wearing uniform was posted on social media on Saturday prompting a reaction of disbelief among many people in some cases questioning whether the picture was some sort of a hoax. A source close to Williams has since confirmed to The Athletic that the 44-year-old has been employed at Bristol Airport which is in the south west of England for the last two weeks. Williams job involves helping disabled and limited-mobility" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-21 15:53:11 UTC 1M followers, 2.1M engagements
"Chloe Kelly loves a big moment at a Euros" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 21:36:54 UTC 1M followers, 184.5K engagements
"Benjamin Sesko was expected to make a big move this summer but nothing has happened. As Newcastle United explore a deal in case Alexander Isak departs @SebSB explains why leading clubs went cold on one of Europe's hottest prospects. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 10:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 80.5K engagements
"Tottenham winger Hayley Raso is in talks over a move to Benfica. More from @megan_feringa & @GuillermoRai_" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 12:15:38 UTC 1M followers, 58K engagements
"Wrexham have made an approach to sign free agent Christian Eriksen. The 33-year-old has been without a club since leaving Manchester United following the expiration of his contract earlier this summer. Eriksens representative Martin Schoots told Mail Sport: Wrexham are really upgrading everything both on and off the field and it is a hugely impressive project as you can see from the presence of people like Michael Williamson there. "But Christian still wants to play in a first-tier competition and he absolutely wants to stay in western Europe. There are some contacts going on but it has to" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 12:53:02 UTC 1M followers, 160.2K engagements
"📚 Champions League debut while at school 🏫 Studying business management at university Comparison with Miedema ❗ Flattening Williamson during first Arsenal training Meet Michelle Agyemang the teenager who saved England at the Euros. 📝 @reallycerys 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 10:31:19 UTC 1M followers, 96K engagements
"Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new contract at Nottingham Forest extending his deal until 2028. The midfielders new contract has been described as a record deal by the club" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 21:48:32 UTC 1M followers, 108.2K engagements
"So your club missed out on Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres. Who could they sign instead From well-known names like Yoane Wissa and Ollie Watkins to wildcards from Ligue X and Serie A @Anantaajith presents a wealth of options and details what they'd offer. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 08:31:00 UTC 1M followers, 64.1K engagements
"77 Chloe Kelly is brought on XX Michelle Agyemang is brought on 90+6 Michelle Agyemang draws England level XXX Chloe Kelly scores the winner The substitutes definitely brought the magic to this semi-final" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 22:03:08 UTC 1M followers, 104.5K engagements
"Gemma Davison one of Lauren James coaches at Chelsea said in her written message to her on The Athletic: . - . . Messages to the Lionesses @charlotteharpur @KatieWhyatt" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 15:34:45 UTC 1M followers, 71.2K engagements
"Mateo Joseph has asked to leave Leeds United and refused to join the clubs pre-season training camp in Germany according to manager Daniel Farke. ✍ @BerenCross #LUFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 19:21:31 UTC 1M followers, 110.5K engagements
"FIFA doled out a $1billion (744m) prize pot for the Club World Cup. So where did it go @CWeatherspoon_ 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-15 11:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 65.1K engagements
"Wiegman's reframing from title defence to 'new England' 'Hard' conversations and the importance of body language Subs' separate WhatsApp group Players' families' Friday night pub crawl The inside story of England's triumphant Euro 2025 campaign. ✍ @CharlotteHarpur" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 20:06:23 UTC 1M followers, 867.6K engagements
"Chelsea are in discussions with Ajax over a potential move for defender Jorrel Hato. Hato plays as a left-sided centre-back or left-back and has featured XXX times in all competitions for Ajax. More from @liam_twomey #CFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 22:43:09 UTC 1M followers, 56.3K engagements
"Newcastle United are working on a deal to sign Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. Newcastle have made an offer for an initial loan with an option to buy. Talks are ongoing between the clubs but there is no agreement as yet. More from @David_Ornstein #NUFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 12:58:55 UTC 1M followers, 64.7K engagements
"🚨 Manchester City are set to re-sign goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 10:08:30 UTC 1M followers, 51.7K engagements
"Al Nassr have agreed a deal totaling around 50million (43.7m; $58.7m) to sign Joao Felix from Chelsea" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 12:10:42 UTC 1M followers, 78.4K engagements
"Arsenal have reached a full agreement with Sporting CP for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres. The 27-year-old will take the No XX shirt at Arsenal the number made iconic by the clubs record goalscorer Thierry Henry. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 10:29:05 UTC 1M followers, 129.2K engagements
"Manchester United had the highest number of supporters arrested for football-related offences across England and Wales during the 2024-25 season. @Millar_Colin" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-17 14:29:07 UTC 1M followers, 674.3K engagements
"🔺 Brentford unimpressed by low-ball first offer 🔺 Manchester United paid much more - but less than 70m + 7m price tag 🔺 Ruben Amorim and execs were unified on target 🔺 Why deal took so long to do 🔺 Why Bryan Mbeumo wanted #MUFC @lauriewhitwell and @jaydmharris go inside the deal that finally brought Mbeumo to #MUFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 22:09:31 UTC 1M followers, 104.3K engagements
"Newcastle United are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in the event that Alexander Isak leaves. More from @David_Ornstein #NUFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 16:03:41 UTC 1M followers, 97.2K engagements
"Newcastle United are expected to choose Nottingham Forest chief football officer Ross Wilson as their preferred candidate for the vacant sporting director role. Exclusive from @ChrisDHWaugh #NUFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 16:20:26 UTC 1M followers, 257.7K engagements
"Is Pep Guardiola about to set a new tactical trend. again @jj_bull takes a look 🧠" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-27 14:01:02 UTC 1M followers, 2.3M engagements
"Marcus Rashford made it clear in January that Barcelona was his priority. Hansi Flick wanted the Manchester United forward then but the different parties were unable to sort a deal. Now six months later he is a Barcelona player for one season at least. He's been messaging Lamine Yamal and other Barca players for months and has taken a pay cut to join them. And both Barcelona and Rashford know what a defining moment this could be in a career that had veered off track. 📝 @polballus & @lauriewhitwell 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 08:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 61.5K engagements
"Leaving Manchester and the negativity that had built around him should help Marcus Rashford. Though there were serious mitigating factors his relationship with United and most fans is damaged. Living in Barcelona where most players' homes are by the Mediterranean to the south of the city near the airport can be a blessing for a footballer who needs a change of scene. Barcelona's resident Manchester United expert @AndyMitten on the move Rashford wanted and needed" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 11:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 100.4K engagements
"Bayern Munich have resumed talks with Liverpool over a deal for forward Luis Diaz. The Bavarian club are yet to submit a second bid for the Colombian winger but remain keen on a deal and are now in regular dialogue with Liverpool. The Athletic reported on July XX that Liverpool had rejected an offer worth 67.5million (58.6m; $78.8m) from Bayern for Diaz who has made it clear that he wants to leave the Anfield club. More from @SebSB & more 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 12:01:43 UTC 1M followers, 72.5K engagements
"The Alexander Isak situation is beyond a distraction for Newcastle United. That solitary issue has consumed what was already a frustrating and disruptive summer for the club. As much as Eddie Howe may want the narrative to shift until it is categorically confirmed that his Swedish star is either staying or going that simply will not happen. ✍ @ChrisDHWaugh 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 15:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 78.5K engagements
"Hannah Hampton had big shoes to fill when she took over the No. X jersey and replaced Mary Earps. But she has absolutely made that shirt her own. Earps' international retirement threatened to make Hampton's job very difficult indeed but she has risen to the challenge. The hero in two penalty shootouts her prize is lifting the European Championship trophy. Reaction to England winning Euro 2025 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 19:11:07 UTC 1M followers, 107K engagements
"Alexander Isak has not travelled with the Newcastle United squad for their pre-season tour of East Asia due to what is being described as a minor thigh problem. @ChrisDHWaugh" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 08:34:31 UTC 1M followers, 100.3K engagements
"Ruben Amorim has insisted Manchester United will not sell their players on the cheap and he is ready to welcome the four exiles back into his squad should suitors not match the clubs valuations on them. @lauriewhitwell" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 19:58:35 UTC 1M followers, 114.3K engagements
"Arsenal are on the verge of finally landing a No X. A deal in principle is in place with Sporting Lisbon: Arsenal will pay a fixed fee of 63.5million (54.8m $74.2m) plus 10m (8.6m $11.7m) in potential add-ons for Viktor Gyokeres. Mikel Arteta was eager to sign a centre-forward in time for them to participate in the bulk of Arsenals pre-season preparations and that now appears feasible. #AFC @gunnerblog The Athletic's Transfer DealSheet" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-15 07:23:42 UTC 1M followers, 260K engagements
"Brighton have bid 40million (34m; $45.6m) for Olympiacos striker Charalampos Kostoulas. More from @AndyNaylorBHAFC & @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-08 12:43:27 UTC 1M followers, 1.1M engagements
"Arsenal are nearing an agreement for Viktor Gyokeres after signing Noni Madueke. The side were too predictable at times last season but now have more flexibility and unpredictability in attack. @ArtdeRoche looks at how these new options could make #AFC more exciting to watch" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 17:31:13 UTC 1M followers, 85.3K engagements
"I still don't believe it I still don't believe it said a visibly emotional Jorge Mendes in Puebla de Sanabria. Diogo Jota won the Premier League and Nations League earlier this summer. Then on June XX he married the mother of his three children. In the early hours of Thursday the Liverpool forward died in a car accident on an unlit section of highway in a rural area known as "empty Spain". The Athletic reports from Zamora on what happened and what has happened since. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-04 07:41:25 UTC 1M followers, 842.4K engagements
"Ian Wright's reaction to Arsenal forward Michelle Agyemang's late equaliser ❤ #AFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 21:05:08 UTC 1M followers, 194.5K engagements
"Arsenal's new signing Noni Madueke is an England international while Chelsea's Joao Pedro plays for Brazil - but only the latter counts as a homegrown player in the Premier League. @TansleyEduardo explains the quirks of the squad-building rule that Premier League clubs must be wary of this summer. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-21 08:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 89.2K engagements
"Newcastle are an elite team. Newcastle are not an elite club. This summer they have been given a brutal education in what being elite entails. They have missed out on several transfer targets and now Alexander Isak their star striker wants to leave. @GeorgeCaulkin looks at what it means and where Newcastle go from here. #NUFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 20:23:13 UTC 1M followers, 178.5K engagements
"Manchester Uniteds out-of-favour players have been asked to only report for training after 5pm this week once head coach Ruben Amorim and the rest of the first-team squad have already left Carrington. Marcus Rashford Alejandro Garnacho Jadon Sancho Antony and Tyrell Malacia are not part of Amorims plans for the coming season and were granted extra time away from the club to settle their uncertain futures earlier this month. Facilities remained open for the five players to use last week should they wish with Rashford attending and working separately from the rest of the squad. #MUFC ✍" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-14 11:49:03 UTC 1M followers, 354.5K engagements
"Chloe Kelly makes the difference yet again at Euro 2025. Her sumptuous delivery is headed home expertly by Alessia Russo who brings England level against Spain" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 17:16:55 UTC 1M followers, 58.6K engagements
"Michelle Agyemang's England career: - Scores XX seconds into debut - Earns Euros call-up with one cap - Scores late leveller in Euros quarter-final to force extra-time in eventual victory - Scores late leveller in Euros semi-final to force extra-time Four caps three goals" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 21:12:23 UTC 1M followers, 77.5K engagements
"Aston Villa are the latest club to explore the possibility of selling their womens team to help comply with the Premier Leagues profitability and sustainability rules (PSR). One source speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships said Villa have been looking into a sale for the past XX months having recorded losses of 195million over the past two years leaving them in danger of breaching PSR. Chelsea helped to balance the books by selling their womens team to the clubs parent company in a move which generated a profit of nearly 200m paving the way for other Premier League" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-06-25 16:30:07 UTC 1M followers, 1.3M engagements
"Thomas Frank earned XXX (and a tracksuit) from his first coaching job in the 1990s. Now he is on a multi-million salary at Tottenham Hotspur who he will manage in the Champions League. @jaydmharris went to Denmark to trace the earliest steps of Frank's journey to north London. #THFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 11:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 60.2K engagements
"Death taxes & Arsenal signing a Chelsea player. Noni Madueke is the latest to make the switch. His predecessors have a mixed record. The one who became captain. The one still in love with Chelsea. The one who started the doubts. The loan that worked & one that really didnt. 📝 @kayakaynak97 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-20 09:01:30 UTC 1M followers, 273.7K engagements
"💰 Initial fee of 13million 📝 Five-year deal 🔁 Right-footed back-up for Saliba 🤕 Remarkably clean injury record ⚽ Not a ball-playing centre-back Arsenal have signed defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia - here's all you need to know. #AFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 16:27:33 UTC 1M followers, 65.8K engagements
""Gyokeres is clearly one we should be playing close attention to." @David_Ornstein examines Arsenal's interest in Viktor Gyokeres and how his salary would likely fit within the club's current wage structure 💷" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-04-04 08:41:00 UTC 1M followers, 153.4K engagements
"Mikel Arteta says 15-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon took their chance with incredible performances as the pair made their senior debuts in Arsenals friendly against AC Milan in Singapore. @gunnerblog" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 17:41:51 UTC 1M followers, 79.2K engagements
"Follow England vs. Italy in the #WEURO2025 semi-final with our live blog 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 18:24:36 UTC 1M followers, 39.3K engagements
"William Saliba says he will hopefully follow his centre-back partner Gabriel in signing a new long-term contract at Arsenal. The 24-year-old who has two years remaining on his existing terms is currently in talks with Arsenal over a renegotiation. #AFC @gunnerblog" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 11:21:42 UTC 1M followers, 90K engagements
"Jorrel Hato is on the cusp of a move to Chelsea. @jwhitey98 spoke to Hato and the coaches that made him last year. This is the story of the teenage defender who wants to achieve big things and is already used to taking responsibility #CFC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-28 17:41:10 UTC 1M followers, 55.7K engagements
"Rodrigo De Paul is Lionel Messis Argentina team-mate and has gained a reputation for being his protector on the pitch be it haranguing referees or intimidating opponents. And now the 30-year-old midfielder has joined Inter Miami. So what antics can MLS fans expect to see @adjones_journo 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 12:33:16 UTC 1M followers, 53.5K engagements
"Arsenal have completed the signing of Noni Madueke from Chelsea for an initial 48.5m. 🤷♂ Not fazed by initial negativity around the deal 🔵 Data #CFC used to set price tag 💻 Artetas presentation 🔴 Edus reservations; Bertas new dynamic 👔 Agent Ali Barats involvement 🛫 #AFC urged player to rest rather than join tour ✍ @gunnerblog @SJohnsonSport @SebSB 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-18 16:11:40 UTC 1M followers, 183.5K engagements
"When Hugo Ekitike joins Liverpool Frankfurt will have made a profit of around 345million on strikers since the 2019-20 season. How do they do it @ThomHarris_ takes a look: 👤 Willing to spend on young players ⚡ Fast break style 🏃 Targeted training 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 10:13:48 UTC 1M followers, 71.7K engagements
"Arsenal won't be Viktor Gyokeres' first Premier League club. This is why it didn't work out for him at Brighton. 🎙 @ReubenPinder" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 06:31:01 UTC 1M followers, 100.4K engagements
"The world looks very different nowadays for England womens footballers. Profiles have catapulted since that famous Euro 2022 victory on home soil. For the Lionesses most popular players there have been invitations to fashion shows NBA games Formula One races and the BAFTAs to name just a few opportunities presented to those who are now household names. But such growth in womens football is a double-edged sword. Last week England defender Jess Carter spoke out about the racial abuse she has been subjected to throughout Euro 2025. And there are other pressures too with players recognised more" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 12:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 59.2K engagements
"Aston Villa have made an offer to sign highly-rated centre-back Jaydee Canvot from Toulouse. More from @David_Ornstein & @jwhitey98" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 09:12:06 UTC 1M followers, 46.3K engagements
"DAZN paid $1bn to show the Club World Cup. The streamer and FIFA have both claimed vast viewing figures but there is scepticism about their estimates. And for all its glitz industry experts are unconvinced the #FIFACWC proved it was must-watch TV. ✍ @PJBuckingham" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-16 12:31:00 UTC 1M followers, 83.4K engagements
"Two quick goals from Bournemouth see them take a 2-0 lead against Everton in the Premier League Summer Series. Philip Billing's impressive strike was swiftly followed by Dango Ouattara's finish from a tight angle. 📼 @SkySportsPL" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 21:25:10 UTC 1M followers, 59.9K engagements
"Nico Williams turned Barcelona down because he was worried they wouldn't be able to register him. Marcus Rashford is joining on loan from Manchester United and the same hurdles stand in his way. Will he even be able to play 📝 @dermotmcorrigan and @polballus" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 09:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 158.4K engagements
"The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has confirmed an application for the national teams head coach vacancy purporting to be from former Barcelona boss Xavi was a hoax. The AIFFs national team director Subrata Paul told The Times of India on Friday that the federation had received an application under Xavis name although a member of the AIFFs technical committee was quoted as suggesting it would not be financially viable to pursue. On Saturday the AIFF said it had narrowed its head coach shortlist down to three applicants and in the process had dismissed hoax applications purporting to be" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-26 15:23:51 UTC 1M followers, 103.3K engagements
"Hugo Ekitike has been confirmed as a Liverpool player - this is how they signed him. 🔺 First contact in January 🔺 What Slot told him in end-of-season meeting 🔺 Admired by Arsenal; Chelsea explored deal 🔺 How Newcastle move collapsed amid frustration at leaks 🔺 Why Manchester United bid never materialised 🔺 #LFC sure he can be one of worlds best 📝 @SebSB @JamesPearceLFC & @David_Ornstein 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 18:33:07 UTC 1M followers, 81.7K engagements
"One regular day of Barcelona. All we ask. Will never happen. Wed 6pm: Marcus Rashford is unveiled as a Barcelona player. Wed 8pm: Barcelona say they are not travelling to Japan the following day for the start of their pre-season tour. Wed 10pm: One of the companies organising the tour accuses another company involved of 'deliberate fraud'. Thu 10am: The Barcelona squad reports for training in Barcelona rather than boarding a flight to Osaka Japan. Thu 12pm: Barcelona start trying to find opponents to play a friendly against on Sunday in Spain in place of the match against Vissel Kobe in" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 09:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 155.8K engagements
"England are set to give Lauren James as long as possible to prove her fitness for the European Championship final. Chelsea forward James was brought off for Beth Mead at half-time during Tuesdays semi-final against Italy and was seen with ice around her right ankle during the second half" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 16:26:38 UTC 1M followers, 51.5K engagements
"For more than three years Thomas Partey played for Arsenal after being accused of very serious sexual offences. Its Arsenal reasoned one of the women who made allegations against him. They wont just ignore it. But Arsenal's stance never shifted - and there were even talks about a new deal. The midfielder left the club last week and was charged four days later. @gunnerblog examines what Arsenal knew when - and the impact of their decisions. 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-11 07:01:27 UTC 1M followers, 2.3M engagements
"At XX Viktor Gyokeres looks 'old' for a Premier League transfer. Certainly if recent trends in England's top flight are anything to go by. Three players aged XX or under have been bought for 100m or more in the last three seasons. And the focus among Premier League recruitment teams is clear: buy young. Between 2004-13 the clubs who prioritised youth most were Manchester United Liverpool and Chelsea. Since then it's been Brighton Brentford and Bournemouth. But which position do clubs spend the most money on And at what age does the average transfer fee peak @Conor0Neill_ looks at how the" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-24 08:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 156.7K engagements
"Crystal Palace have lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against their demotion to the Conference League. #CPFC are requesting readmission to the Europa League with Nottingham Forests admission rejected. #NFFC had replaced Palace in the competition by virtue of being the Premier League club with the highest finishing position not already qualified. Failing that Palace are requesting to be admitted in place of Lyon who earned priority over their English counterparts due to their superior league placing sixth in Ligue X compared to Palaces 12th-place Premier League" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 16:18:50 UTC 1M followers, 61.1K engagements
"Liverpool's spending is showing no signs of slowing down. 💰 Jeremie Frimpong 💰 Milos Kerkez 💰 Florian Wirtz 💰 Hugo Ekitike These players have arrived for big money - so how are they affording it all @CWeatherspoon_ explains #LFC 🔗" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 20:11:47 UTC 1M followers, 65.8K engagements
"Chelsea win the Club World Cup. Three first half goals two from Cole Palmer and one from Joao Pedro see off Luis Enrique's #UCL winners Paris Saint-Germain. Enzo Maresca's side lift their second trophy in the Italian's debut season in charge. #CHEPSG #FIFACWC" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-13 21:14:47 UTC 1M followers, 216.4K engagements
"England will defend their European Championship title in Sunday's final. Chloe Kelly's follow-up after her initial penalty was saved in the 119th minute proves the difference against a resolute Italy. A third straight major tournament final for Sarina Wiegman's side" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-22 21:42:12 UTC 1M followers, 60.3K engagements
"The 2025-26 WSL season will begin with champions Chelsea hosting Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on Friday September X while Liverpool host Everton at Anfield two days later. More from @megan_feringa" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-25 09:03:52 UTC 1M followers, 55.5K engagements
"Aitana Bonmati shows why she's world class. With Spain and Germany looking like only penalties will separate them the Ballon d'Or holder finishes from a tight angle to finally break the semi-final deadlock deep into extra-time. Cue wild Spanish celebrations. #WEURO2025" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 21:59:10 UTC 1M followers, 48.2K engagements
"Inspired by Ann-Katrin Berger's breathtaking #WEURO2025 heroics we asked our writers to wax lyrical about the greatest save they've seen in the flesh. Relive their collection of shot-stopping treasures - and don't forget to tell us the best save you've ever seen in person" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-23 12:01:00 UTC 1M followers, 46.3K engagements
"Bayern Munich have agreed a 75m (65.6m; $88.1m) deal to sign Liverpool forward Luis Diaz. Diaz is currently in Tokyo with Arne Slots squad on their pre-season tour but #LFC have given him permission to travel and complete his move in the next XX hours. ✍ @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-27 15:21:51 UTC 1M followers, 77.5K engagements
"🚨 Arsenal are in the process of completing a deal to sign Viktor Gyokeres after taking final steps in negotiations with Sporting CP for the striker. More from @David_Ornstein" @TheAthleticFC on X 2025-07-13 17:30:58 UTC 1M followers, 143.6K engagements