The international football scene continues to buzz with major developments as clubs prepare for the summer transfer window and domestic competitions near their climax. One of the biggest stories making headlines is Real Madrid’s interest in Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold. With his contract set to expire in June 2025, Madrid is reportedly offering a nominal fee to secure the right-back before the Club World Cup kicks off in Miami. The Spanish giants see Alexander-Arnold as a key reinforcement for their evolving squad.
In Brazil, Neymar’s sensational return to Santos FC has reignited excitement among fans. The former PSG and Barcelona star made an impactful comeback, scoring in a recent 3–1 win over Água Santa. Wearing the legendary number 10 shirt once worn by Pelé, Neymar has pledged to help restore the club’s dominance in Brazilian football. His move is being hailed as a positive shift from the trend of top Brazilian talents retiring abroad.
Back in Europe, FC Goa clinched the 2025 Kalinga Super Cup in India after a convincing 3–0 victory over Jamshedpur FC. Borja Herrera was the standout performer with two goals, helping his team lift the trophy and qualify for the preliminary stage of the AFC Champions League Two. The win reinforces FC Goa’s growing reputation in South Asian football.
Meanwhile, in women’s football, Paris FC pulled off a thrilling upset in the Coupe de France Féminine final, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 5–4 on penalties after a goalless draw. The win marks their first major trophy under the current club name and showcases the increasing competitiveness in French women’s football. The club’s leadership praised the players for their resilience and composure under pressure.
Manchester United, on the other hand, is reportedly exploring a deal to bring in Serbian goalkeeper Vanja Milinković-Savić from Torino. The move is part of the club’s plan to revamp its goalkeeping options for the upcoming season. Talks are said to be in the early stages, but United sees the younger brother of midfielder Sergej Milinković-Savić as a promising addition to their squad.