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Kyogo Furuhashi's difficult spell at Birmingham City has opened the door to more talk over what could come next for the former Celtic striker. The...

Daniel Farke could help Hidemasa Morita fulfil his dream at Leeds United.The Japan international has always wanted to play in the Premier League...

Brentford are currently leading the race to sign Celtic striker Daizen Maeda this summer. That is according to former Everton chief executive Keith...

Leeds United could potentially derail Derby County's pre-season preparations as their interest in Jacob Widell Zetterstrom continues.Zetterstrom is...

Leeds United will look to sign 23-year-old Japanese international Zion Suzuki from Serie A club Parma this summer. The post Leeds United ready to...

It’s a case of when Reo Hatate will leave Celtic, not if. Not only was the Japan midfielder frozen out by Martin O’Neill towards the...

Leeds United have had the joy of learning much so far from this year's World Cup tournament.The Whites are gearing up for a crucial 2026-27...

In a recent report, Fussballdaten stated that Liverpool are in pole position to land Mainz midfielder Kaishu Sano. It has been mentioned that the...

Japan international goalkeeper of Ghanaian descent Zion Suzuki has reportedly turned down a move to Premier League outfit Leeds United, forcing the...

Kaoru Mitoma is under investigation by Tokyo police after his car struck a female cyclist, who suffered minor injuries, reports in Japan say. The...

The report claims Mitoma had entered an intersection after going through a red light, with the Japanese footballer having mistakenly driven when...

Crystal Palace must now prioritise agreeing a contract extension with Chris Richards after confirmation of Daichi Kamada's new deal.Kamada had been...

Leeds United finally appear to be about to ramp up their summer transfer business.A new goalkeeper seems the obvious top priority right now as Karl...

Zion Suzuki's potential move to Leeds United is a saga that is refusing to go away.There have already been plenty of twists and turns in the tale....

Leeds United are not giving up in the chase to land Japan's World Cup goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Serie A side Parma. The post ‘Strong On’ – Leeds...

Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal are all in talks to sign Lille and World Cup sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer, sources have told...

Leeds United's pursuit of Zion Suzuki is a saga that doesn't appear to be at its end just yet.Daniel Farke wants, and no doubt needs, to sign a new...

Fulham are lining up a move to sign Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Garcia this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The Cottagers are already...

Daizen Maeda is one notable absentee as Celtic begin pre-season, but there is a straightforward reason the winger is still in Japan. Celtic drew...

Everton and Nottingham Forest are both locked in an “open race” to sign Celtic striker Daizen Maeda this summer, sources have told Football...

Leeds United's pathway to signing Jacob Widell Zetterstrom is set to get easier.The 27-year-old has been strongly linked with a move to Elland Road...

Martin O'Neill has confirmed Celtic are likely to be without Yang Hyun-jun for a number of weeks due to his international commitments with South...

YANG HYUN-JUN could miss TWO of Celtic crucial early Premiership encounters in the new season. The South Korean World Cup winger has been selected...

SHELBOURNE 1 CELTIC 1 SHIN YAMADA was Celtic’s stoppage-time saviour when he swept in a penalty-kick in an anenteraining friendly against...

Martin O’Neill named a strong squad for Celtic’s pre-season opener against Shelbourne, but one notable absentee immediately caught the eye. Reo...

Leeds United could potentially use Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki's rejection to their advantage.The Whites have expressed interest in the Japan...

The race for Japan star Kaishu Sano has taken an interesting turn, as Liverpool launch a decisive move to beat Man United to his services. The post...

Lucas Perri suffered every single emotion during his first year as a Leeds United player.Celebrating a move to the Premier League, Perri instantly...

AUSTON TRUSTY was an unused substitute as USA were hammered 4-1 by Belgium in Seattle this morning to exit the World Cup. Celtic had eight players...

18-year-old Japanese midfielder Takato Yamamoto has joined Borussia Dortmund on loan from Gamba Osaka.

Clubs are circling the Japan international with movemenmt expected

Spain's defense has set a World Cup milestone by recording six consecutive clean sheets, with goalkeeper Unai Simon boasting a remarkable scoreless...

Belgium, as one of the powerhouses in the World Cup, expect to have the best performance in their history. Belgium hold a prominent place in world...

Leeds United have been waiting to hear the result of their pursuit of Zion Suzuki.The Whites are in need of another goalkeeper, with the future of...

Manchester City are facing consistent difficulty when it comes to trying to keep hold of their best emerging youth talents. That is according to...

Kaishu Sano has attracted significant interest from top clubs due to his performances at the World Cup with Japan. The Mainz defensive midfielder...

Liverpool and Arsenal are reportedly ready to intensify their pursuit of Kaishu Sano, the 25-year-old Japanese midfielder at Mainz, following an...

Martin O'Neill is prepared to sanction the sale of Daizen Maeda as he seeks a move away from Celtic, sources have told Football Insider.The...

Hayato Inamura has admitted that one of the big reasons he decided to leave Celtic was to realise his World Cup dream with Japan. Inamura...

Leeds United have been boosted in their attempts to sign Zion Suzuki.The goalkeeper has gathered plenty of interest this summer after multiple...

Leeds United are hoping to get a shift on with their transfer activity in the coming weeks.The Whites finished 14th on their return to the Premier...

From 68% possession against Japan to 35% against Norway — the tactical regression that handed the Vikings a World Cup quarter-final at Brazil's...

When President Xi Jinping launched the plan in 2015, China was ranked 81st in the world. It now ranks 91st. During the qualification stages for the...

Herve Renard has become one of the high-profile coaches available on the market following Carlos Queiroz's departure as Black Stars head coach...

Leeds United have all the warnings they need with Zion Suzuki after signing Lucas Perri last summer.The Whites are said to be interested in signing...

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Nottingham Forest are being linked with Celtic star Daizen Maeda this summer. The Hoops could sell the striker if they receive bids of £20...

India's burgeoning football talent is set for a significant exposure trip to Japan. Three top teams from the Reliance Foundation Development League...

Manchester City fans shouldn't be concerned by the City Group recently selling their stake in Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos.That is according...

With their kits officially locked in, global powerhouse Brazil and surging underdog Norway are finalizing preparations for their highly anticipated...

Carlo Ancelotti is masterminding Brazil’s World Cup campaign (Picture: Getty) Carlo Ancelotti admits one of the main threats to Brazil’s chances...

Zion Suzuki continues to look like Leeds United's priority for a new goalkeeper.The Japanese international impressed at the 2026 World Cup, with...

Daizen Maeda is becoming increasingly likely to leave Celtic as he seeks a new challenge away from Scotland, sources have told Football Insider.The...

Newcastle United are heavily linked with Mainz star Kaishu Sano after his sensational performances for Japan in the 2026 World Cup.The 25-year-old...

Cole Palmer was a surprise omission from England’s World Cup squad (Picture: Getty) Cole Palmer has opened up on the anguish and disappointment he...

BIG-SPENDING Everton are ready to join the £20million chase for Daizen Maeda. The 28-year-old Japanese World Cup striker looks to be on his way...

The post Juventus missing out on Japan goalkeeper could boost Tottenham’s hopes of selling Guglielmo Vicario appeared first on To The Lane And...

Paraguay carry a legacy of overcoming obstacles in their various World Cup appearances. Paraguay are one of the 48 national teams qualified for the...

Twenty-eight years after their only previous World Cup meeting, Brazil and Norway face off at MetLife Stadium on Sunday for a place in the...

Four Premier League clubs reportedly have “intense interest” in Celtic’s Daizen Maeda. Maeda’s Japan have been eliminated from the World Cup in the...

Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli may not be rewarded for his winner against Japan

Leeds United's transfer business looks set to ramp up amid updates on both incoming and outgoing activity.Daniel Farke's men have yet to add any...

Juventus are aware that Leeds United have built up an advantage in the race to sign Parma and Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. The post Club Are...

A former Leeds United boss has detailed the support Ao Tanaka will need after his World Cup heartbreak

Leeds United figures have been in contact with Ao Tanaka after a heartbreaking World Cup exit with Japan.

Leeds United remain the favourites to sign in-demand goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, despite new interest emerging from abroad.Juventus are the latest side...

Mainz are prepared to sell Kaishu Sano if the right offer arrives, handing Liverpool an encouraging boost in their reported pursuit of the...

While Colombia has lacked consistency in World Cup qualification over the years, the South Americans already boast a historic deep run from their...

Chelsea have completed the signing of Japanese international attacker Manaka Matsukubo on a five-year deal. The post Chelsea sign Japanese...

Kaishu Sano has done quite well for Japan at the World Cup and has impressed with Mainz in the Bundesliga.  Naturally, the 25-year-old defensive...

Chelsea have signed Japan international Manaka Matsukubo from North Carolina Courage on a five-year contract to boost their WSL midfield. The post...

Leeds United midfielder Ao Tanaka has reacted to Japan’s World Cup heartbreak. He endured a gutting moment as The post Zion Suzuki sends message to...

Chelsea FC have signed Japan international midfielder Manaka Matsukubo from the National Women's Soccer League's North Carolina Courage. The...

Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki this summer. But, Aston Villa are also The post Leeds United may...

Chelsea FC has acquired Japanese midfielder Manaka Matsukubo from the North Carolina Courage for an undisclosed transfer fee. She has signed a...

Eight Tunisian players had traces of clenbuterol in their drugs test at the World Cup (Getty) Eight players in Tunisia’s squad have tested...

Leeds United's Ao Tanaka and potential new club teammate Zion Suzuki are likely on their way home after being knocked out of the World Cup.Japan...

Everton boss David Moyes remains keen to add another striker to his squad this summer amid concerns over Thierno Barry and Beto, sources have told...

Juventus have joined the race for Zion Suzuki, but Leeds United remain 'ahead of the competition' for the Japanese shot-stopper. The post Leeds...

Australia’s World Cup history includes notable tournament runs, offering context for how far the Socceroos have gone on the global stage. Australia...

Parma and Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki is on sale for €30m, with Juventus reportedly...

The Toffees are one of several Premier League teams, alongside Fulham and Bournemouth, interested in the Japan winger.

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours ICYMI amidst the World Cup craziness: Everton officially announced Hayden Hackney signing and also...

Switzerland face Algeria in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. Since the start of the tournament, FIFA rankings have changed, so what's the...

Leeds United have been heavily linked with Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki recently. The 23-year-old, who plays his club The post Leeds United...

Brazil made it through to the Round of 16 in the World Cup in extremis on Monday evening, coming out on top of Japan. The last-minute goal from...

Could Keito Nakamura be heading to Everton this summer? The Blues have been named among a cluster of Premier League clubs monitoring the Japan...

Premier League sides are reportedly keeping their eyes on Japan's World Cup breakout star Keito Nakamura.

Leeds United are currently ahead in the race to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, MOT Leeds News understands.Harry Wilson is set to become the...