Month: January 2024

La Voix du Nord report that Argentinian and Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa has lost his case against Lille in the Labour Tribunal, where he was seeking €18.6m in damages for unfair dismissal. The court ruled that Bielsa did commit serious misconduct at Lille, for which he was fired for, and therefore had no grounds to…

Marseille manager Jorge Sampaoli has made contact with 34-year-old French free agent and attacking midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa about a possible summer move, but the coach will have to convince President Pablo Longoria to make the move, according to L’Équipe. Could Ben Arfa return to Marseille 10 years after leaving? According to Sampaoli’s entourage, an initial…

In an interview with RMC, having arrived in Paris earlier this week, former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (30) elaborated on his decision to sign for PSG over Barcelona. Click Here: cheap penrith panthers jersey “It’s funny because, I must admit, that it was a very difficult choice. I’ve supported Barça since I was young, I’m…

In a sizeable interview with L’Équipe, new Lyon coach Peter Bosz discussed his footballing ideals in detail. The Dutchman explained that discussions with OL were speedy and a deal was sorted within two days. “We talked a lot about how to play, what they wanted from me and what they thought. It all starts with a…

Troyes have this morning announced the arrival of former Liverpool man Yasser Larouci, with the 20-year-old signing a five-year contract with the promoted side. The French-Algerian defender had left the Reds at the end of last season after four years at the club, which notably saw him make two FA Cup appearances and play a…

Ligue 2 outfit Amiens have this afternoon announced the signing of Senegal youth international Aliou Badji, who joins on loan from Egyptian club Al Ahly. The former Rapid Vienna striker, who underwent a loan spell last season with Turkish club Ankaragücü, in loan out to the north of France on a deal which includes a…

The bombshell news of Lionel Messi’s potential arrival in Ligue 1 has, shockingly, been the main talking point in France this weekend as the new season got underway. Manager reaction from around the league has been varied. Michel der Zakarian of Brest, colourfully explained that: “We say that we have a s**t league, but if…

Santi Aouna reports this afternoon that Marseille are currently in discussions to sign Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth from Leipzig. The 25-year-old, formerly of Crystal Palace and Trabzonspor, has also attracted interest from Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in Turkey. Leipzig are open to selling the Norway international, with Marseille looking to seal a loan deal involving a…

ANGERS – 3 (Boufal 20′, Marcelo OG 53′, Ounahi 77′) Paul Bernardoni, 6 – Largely untroubled in the second half but produced a handful of smart saves besides. Ismaël Traoré, 5 Romain Thomas, 5 Vincent Manceau, 5 Souleyman Doumbia, 5 Jimmy Cabot, 6 – Adapting well to the wing-back role, a position he is well…

As reported by local France Bleu journalist Nicolas Blanzat as well as L’Équipe, PSG supporters will not be able to approach the Brest stadium ahead of their match in Brittany tonight, following a local decree from the local prefect. According to the decree, from midday to 7.30pm any Paris Saint-Germain supporters or “those acting as such” will…