The proposed sale of Premier League club Everton to the Friedkin Group has fallen through, leaving the club facing further uncertainty. The deal, which was announced last month, was intended to secure funding for the construction of a new stadium. Everton has struggled financially in recent years and has been battling relegation in each of the last three seasons.
Kasper Hjulmand has resigned as Denmark’s national team manager following their disappointing Euro 2024 campaign. The Danes failed to win in their last seven matches across the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024, struggling to score goals. Hjulmand believes the team needs a fresh start and has requested the cancellation of his contract, which was valid for another year.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant has strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Scottish forward Greg Stewart, a proven goalscorer and playmaker in the Indian Super League. Stewart, who previously won League Shields with Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC, is expected to play a key role in the Mariners’ upcoming campaign, adding firepower and creativity to their squad.
Veteran goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has signed a one-year deal with Celtic, reuniting with former Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers. The Danish captain joins after a spell with Anderlecht and previously played for Nice and Leicester, where he won the Premier League in 2016 and the FA Cup in 2021.
Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has signed a five-year contract with Olympique de Marseille, ending a tumultuous period for the young player. He joins the Ligue 1 club after a loan spell at Getafe and the dropping of criminal charges against him.
Adrien Rabiot’s contract with Juventus has expired, and the club’s sporting director confirmed that it will not be renewed. The French midfielder is now a free agent and has reportedly attracted interest from AC Milan and Real Madrid. Rabiot leaves Juventus after five years, winning the Serie A title and two Italian Cups.
Punjab FC has secured the services of experienced Slovenian forward Luka Majcen for the upcoming Indian Super League season. Majcen, who has been with the club for the past two seasons, will be looking to continue his impressive form and help Punjab FC achieve success in the top tier.
Odisha FC, the 2023-24 Indian Women’s League champions, has been drawn in Group B of the AFC Women’s Champions League 2024-25 preliminary stage, alongside Etihad Club (Jordan) and Lion City Sailors FC (Singapore). The team will compete in Jordan, aiming to top the group and qualify for the group stage where they will be placed in Group C.
Odisha FC has secured the services of their head coach, Sergio Lobera, for another two years, extending his contract until 2026. This comes after a successful season for the club, including a fourth-place finish in the Indian Super League and a South Zone victory in the AFC Cup.
The Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia was marred by chaotic crowd control issues, leading to the arrest of 27 people, including Colombian football federation president Ramon Jesurun and his son. The game was delayed for over an hour as fans without tickets forced their way into Hard Rock Stadium, resulting in injuries and significant damage. Experts criticized organizers for failing to anticipate the passionate crowd and implement adequate security measures, citing similar incidents at previous major football matches.
