I have a theory as to one reason (of many) the England National Team tends to underperform in major tournaments: the players all play in the same league. Every England international plays in the Premier League. One might argue this breeds familiarity and is therefore good for the national team, but I think it leads to a lack of stylistic variety in the team and makes the payer pool stagnant. It's basically like inbreeding, is what I'm saying.
USMNT’s Matt Turner has signed with Premier League’s Crystal Palace after weeks of negotiations and rumors surrounding the American goalkeeper’s departure from Nottingham Forest. Turner joins The Eagles on a one-year loan with no buy option, according to reports.
Crystal Palace agree deal with Nottingham Forest to sign Matt Turner as new GK.
He’s the replacement for Sam Johnstone who signed for Wolves.Medical today. pic.twitter.com/TiL3VPkgfF
Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has signed for Southampton on a four-year contract from Arsenal, both Premier League clubs said on Friday.
The financial details of the transfer were not disclosed, but British media said the deal was worth about $32.95 million.
Aaron Ramsdale Hagrid signing
Yer a Saint, @AaronRamsdale98! pic.twitter.com/yp9OuCI8Ms
Napoli have signed Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea, the Serie A club said on Thursday.
Financial details of the transfer were not revealed by either club but British media reported Napoli paid $39.47 million for the 31-year-old.
Lukaku Napoli transfer details
Official, confirmed. Romelu Lukaku signs in as new Napoli player on permanent move from Chelsea.
€30m plus add-ons, 3 year contract.
Chelsea's main aim in the transfer window is to offload players from their squad so the club can balance its books, manager Enzo Maresca said on Tuesday.
Chelsea have been busy in the market since American owner Todd Boehly took over two years ago.
The West London club have spent over $211.50 million on 11 new signings for this season, including winger Pedro Neto, forward Joao Felix, midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen.
Mauricio Pochettino is details away from becoming the new U.S. men’s national team coach, with almost every reputable transfer source in the world confirming that Pochettino has agreed to take over the USMNT ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Mauricio Pochettino becomes the new USMNT manager, leading the US to World Cup 2026.
This might be it, folks.
Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino has come to an agreement with the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to become the new head coach for the U.S. men’s national team, according to multiple reports.
Report: Mauricio Pochettino agreement with USMNT to become new head coach
Iván Kasanzew broke the news on Wednesday evening, with other sources confirming the rumor as the news unfolded.
MADRID, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Real Madrid and Brazil forward Vinicius Jr. is open to an offer of more than one billion euros from Saudi Arabia, sources close to the player told Reuters on Monday.
Saudi Arabia to offer Vinicius Jr. $200 million salary
Vinicius, 24, was approached by Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) officials to inquire about his interest of moving to the Saudi Pro League (SPL) on a five-year contract worth around 200 million euros per season fixed, plus bonuses.
Charlotte FC acquired U.S. men's national team defender Tim Ream from Premier League side Fulham FC.
The deal, announced Wednesday, runs through 2026 with an option for 2027. Terms were not disclosed.
Ream, 36, spent the past 12 years in England after an MLS stint with the New York Red Bulls from 2010-11.
Tim Ream Charlotte transfer
A veteran leader ready to fight #ForTheCrown.
As the transfer window heats up, several American players in Europe are poised for significant moves.
Some may be stepping back from elite clubs in the top leagues to seek more playing time and development opportunities, while others are eyeing a jump to bigger, more prestigious clubs.
Here's a look at the American players who might be switching clubs soon and what these moves could mean for their careers.
Weston McKennie - Juventus