Liverpool
Liverpool face a difficult chase for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise this summer after Bayern reportedly insisted he isn’t for sale. Olise has been identified as a potential long-term replacement for Mohamed Salah, who looks set to depart Anfield. Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League have been linked with approaches for Liverpool executives Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes, a development that could add further upheaval to the club this summer.
Salah is believed to be the subject of an enormous offer from the Saudi Pro League worth in excess of £200m. Inter Miami are also understood to be preparing a bid that could see Salah join Lionel Messi in MLS. MLS commissioner Don Garber has publicly suggested that Salah would have a transformative impact on soccer in the United States and has encouraged him to consider a move.
Manchester United
Manchester United appear relaxed about Marcus Rashford’s current loan at Barcelona, confident they can find alternative suitors if Barcelona do not exercise the option to buy. Midfielder Casemiro has attracted interest from MLS, with Inter Miami and LA Galaxy both linked to a summer move, and reports say Saudi side Al Ittihad have also monitored his situation—though any move there may hinge on Fabinho’s status.
United will head to the Republic of Ireland for a four-day training camp at the start of April. Separately, reports say the FA has declined to designate Manchester United’s new stadium as the venue for the 2035 Women’s World Cup final, leaving Wembley as the selected site.
Arsenal
Arsenal are exploring a bid for Paris Saint-Germain forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as they plan for a potential squad overhaul in the summer. Off the field, frustrated Gunners supporters were blocked from attending a key away fixture after West Ham requested photographic proof from ticket purchasers to confirm they were genuine fans.
Chelsea
Everton are considering legal action against the Premier League over the handling of Chelsea’s sanction for undisclosed payments. Chelsea are reportedly pursuing another young talent, lodging an offer for 16-year-old Marseille winger Said Remadnia, as they continue to scout teenage prospects. In the women’s game, Chelsea are weighing up the possibility of staging all home fixtures at Stamford Bridge next season.
Real Madrid
Cristiano Ronaldo’s eldest son has been training with Real Madrid’s academy as he explores joining the club’s youth setup. In other news, Kylian Mbappé’s recent knee problem has been the subject of scrutiny after claims an MRI was performed on the wrong leg in December, potentially leading to a misdiagnosis. The Santiago Bernabéu will temporarily convert its pitch to host a major tennis event next month.
Scottish Football
Craig McLeish looks set to be given the opportunity to keep St Mirren in the Premiership, according to reports, as the club looks to steady its top-flight status.
Rugby Union
There are mounting concerns that Qatar Airways’ proposed title sponsorship of the new Nations Championship could be jeopardised by tensions related to the war in the Gulf, raising questions over the tournament’s commercial backing.
Athletics
The London Marathon is being considered for a two-day format from next year, staging the elite men’s and women’s races on separate days to free up capacity and allow more than 50,000 additional amateur runners to take part, potentially increasing charity fundraising.
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