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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Thursday, May 22, 2025
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Tottenham ended their 17-year wait for a trophy as Brennan Johnson’s first-half goal secured a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final.
Barcelona have officially extended manager Hansi Flick’s contract, keeping him at the club until June 2027.
Real Madrid and England midfielder Jude Bellingham is expected to miss at least the first six weeks of next season as he undergoes shoulder surgery following the Club World Cup.
Dani Carvajal has seemingly confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s expected transfer to Real Madrid by welcoming the prospect of added competition from the Liverpool star.
Pep Guardiola has said he would quit as Manchester City manager if given too big a squad next season, as he cannot bear leaving many fit players out.
More on Manchester City, midfielder Phil Foden has admitted he has ‘struggled’ this season due to off-field issues and an ankle injury sustained against Man United.
Manchester United legend Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly set to be sacked by Leicester City following a dismal campaign that ended in relegation.
Arsenal are exploring a move for 24-year-old Brazilian forward Rodrygo, who could leave Real Madrid this summer.
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a major move in the summer transfer window, with plans to ‘break the bank’ for Bayer Leverkusen’s sensational midfielder Florian Wirtz.
Still on Florian Wirtz, he is expected to decide between Bayern Munich and Liverpool within the next 10 days, with both clubs keen on the 22-year-old Germany international.
Barcelona are set to reward Raphinha with a contract extension following a sensational season in which he played a key role in the club’s historic domestic treble.
Enzo Fernandez has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to join Real Madrid, though Chelsea’s position on a potential transfer remains firm.
Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to secure the signature of Lyon forward Rayan Cherki this summer.
Manchester City midfielder James McAtee is a target for Bayer Leverkusen, while several Premier League clubs are also monitoring the 22-year-old Englishman.
Viktor Gyokeres has told his Sporting teammates that he is uncertain where he will be playing next season, with the 26-year-old Swedish forward linked to both Arsenal and Manchester United.
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