The striker had already signed a four-year deal with the Magpies but has been granted a work permit to allow him to complete the switch from Mainz Newcastle United have completed the signing of striker Yoshinori Muto after he was awarded a work permit. The Magpies had to wait for the relevant documents to be…
Bayern defender Rafinha apologises for offensive Halloween costume
After the team shared an image of their players dressed up for Halloween, the defender has apologised for his distasteful costume Bayern Munich right-back Rafinha has issued an apology after his offensive Halloween costume led to a social media outcry. In a photograph shared on the club’s official Twitter account from the teams’ Halloween party,…
'It's not all about me' – Lewandowski reiterates Bayern commitment
Three goals in two games have marked a return to form for the Polish striker, who insists he is happy at the club despite flirting with a move away Robert Lewandowski reassured Bayern Munich supporters of his commitment to the club following a tumultuous few months in which he was linked with a move away…
Martinez backs Bayern to silence those 'who talk sh*t'
The Bundesliga champions are winless in four games in all competitions, but their Spanish defender expects them to offer a positive response Javi Martinez has promised that Bayern Munich will bounce back “stronger than ever” from their current tough run. Reigning champions Bayern trail Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund by four points after a 3-0 defeat…
What Ronaldo and Real Madrid have achieved is unique – Kovac
The Bayern Munich boss has hailed the Champions League achievements of the Liga giants and a man seeking to maintain a standing at the top of the game Bayern Munich boss Niko Kovac has told Goal that the Champions League achievements of Real Madrid over recent years are “unique”. Los Blancos have made history by…
Bayern haven't considered approaching Wenger or any other coach – Salihamidzic
The German side have not considered sacking coach Niko Kovac, according to the club’s sporting director Bayern Munich sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic insisted the Bundesliga giants have not considered replacing coach Niko Kovac. Kovac has been under enormous pressure at Bayern, but a 5-1 thrashing of Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday is sure to…
'No place in football for politics' – RB Leipzig boss Rangnick wades into Ozil racism row
Click:cnc machine The Arsenal star’s retirement from the national team has launched a countrywide debate, with a number of high profile names voicing their opinions RB Leipzig manager Ralf Rangnick has spoken out over the encroachment of political matters into football, claiming that his club will not be approving the use of banners inside its…
'We understand the situation is unsatisfactory' – Dortmund respond to Kagawa transfer comments
The German club have said they are open to discussing the Japanese international’s departure Borussia Dortmund are willing to consider allowing Shinji Kagawa to leave the club, Sporting Director Michael Zorc has suggested. The Japanese international is rumoured to be a target for La Liga leaders Sevilla, and recently admitted that he has a desire to…
FC Cincy's Koch: We still have interest in USMNT's Johnson
The Borussia Monchengbladbach midfielder remains a target for the MLS expansion side As the club continues to build towards its first season in MLS, FC Cincinnati still has interest in Fabian Johnson. Head coach Alan Koch admitted his side is still interested after pushing to sign the U.S. national team veteran over the summer. The…
Chelsea would be mad to let Hudson-Odoi join Bayern Munich for £30m
The 18-year-old winger proved his worth to the Blues by setting up two goals for Alvaro Morata in Saturday’s 2-0 FA Cup win over Nottingham Forest A man of the match display against Nottingham Forest on Saturday showed exactly why Bayern Munich are willing to pay £30 million for Callum Hudson-Odoi – and why Chelsea would…