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Lukaku trains with Anderlecht, wants to quit Utd

Julien Laurens explains why Manchester United’s pursuit of Paulo Dybala stalled and what it means for Romelu Lukaku’s future.

Shaka Hislop examines Manchester United’s attack without Romelu Lukaku and explains why he thinks their attack is way too thin.

With a move to Serie A looking imminent, Paolo Bandini and the ESPN FC panel wonder if Romelu Lukaku is deserving of the criticism he has received at Manchester United.

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol explains why Manchester United had no choice but to pay the premium Leicester demanded for Harry Maguire.
Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has trained with Anderlecht for a second day as he continues to seek a move away from Old Trafford.
Lukaku was pictured training with the Belgian side on Monday just hours after a proposed move to Juventus was left on the verge of collapse when United pulled out of talks to sign Paulo Dybala.
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United’s only explanation was that the squad had been given…

Kompany brings Nasri to Anderlecht on free

The FC crew explain how Rodri will help shore up Man City’s midfield and point out one glaring area they still need to address.

With Rodri set to join Manchester City this summer from Atletico Madrid, Sid Lowe breaks down how the Spaniard will make an impact on the pitch.

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Anderlecht have completed the signing of Samir Nasri on a free transfer, where the former France international will work under ex-Manchester City teammate Vincent Kompany.
Nasri joined West Ham for free on Dec. 31, 2018 and spent the second half of the 2018-19 season at the London Stadium before being released in the summer.
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Toronto FC sign Pozuelo, ‘best player on the best team in Belgium’s top division’

Alejandro Pozuelo will join Toronto FC from Genk as a Designated Player.
Toronto FC have announced the signing of midfielder Alejandro Pozuelo from Belgian side Genk as a Designated Player after the departure of Sebastian Giovinco in January.
The move, which will go through on March 18 subject to international clearance, will see Pozuelo, 27, end an almost four-year association with Genk to move to MLS.
The club captain has helped steer his side to the top of Belgium’s Jupiler Pro League this season.
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“Alejandro is an excellent player who has the ability…

Nine arrested in Belgian football fraud, match-fixing scandal

Belgian authorities have arrested nine people in relation to a massive financial fraud and match-fixing probe into soccer.
Three days after an operation targeting nine Belgian clubs, and raids in seven nations, the charges filed include belonging to a criminal organisation, match fixing, money laundering and corruption, said federal prosecutor’s spokeswoman, Wenke Roggen.
Those behind bars included three agents and one top division referee.
Prosecutors said match-fixing allegations centred on the…

Belgian authorities charge five people in fraud, match-fixing investigation

Belgian authorities charged five people on Thursday in relation to a fraud and possible match-fixing probe relating to the country’s top division.
Four were charged with belonging to a criminal organisation and corruption, while a fifth person was charged with money laundering. Prosecutors said match-fixing allegations centered on the relegation battle from the top division last season and did not involve a major club.
Ivan Leko, the coach of Belgian champions Club Brugge, spoke to investigators…

Belgium’s match-fixing investigation sees influential football agent questioned

Investigators questioned one of Belgium’s most influential football agents on Thursday, a day after senior figures were detained on suspicion of fraud and possible match-fixing in the country’s top flight.
Mogi Bayat, a high profile figure who has brokered a series of player transfers in the country, faced questions on Thursday morning, his lawyer said.
Belgian police raided 44 Belgian clubs and residences across the country on Wednesday, while a further 13 searches took place in France,…

Belgian police raid leading football clubs over match-fixing links

Belgian police have carried out a series of raids at football clubs and homes across the country on Wednesday, detaining several people for questioning about financial fraud and possible match-fixing, Belgian prosecutors said.
A total of 44 sear…

Barcelona expect Moussa Wague visa decision, debut by end of month – sources

ESPN FC’s Mark Donaldson and Shaka Hislop predict the latest La Liga fixtures, including Valencia’s clash with Barcelona and Real Madrid vs. Alaves.

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic lauded teammate Lionel Messi, after the Argentine was pivotal for the Catalans in their 4-2 win over Tottenham.
Senegal international Moussa Wague should be able to make his debut for Barcelona’s B team later this month after a delay in obtaining his visa, sources confirmed to ESPN FC.
Wague, 20, joined Barca in August from KAS Eupen after impressing at the World Cup. He became the youngest player to ever score for Senegal when he did so against Japan.
His performances for Senegal and Eupen earned him a place among the 40 nominees for the Golden Boy award for 2018.
However, Wague has been unable to feature…

Mexico’s Omar Govea joins Royal Antwerp on loan from Porto

Mexico midfielder Omar Govea has signed for Royal Antwerp on a one-season loan from Porto, the the Belgian club confirmed on Thursday.
The 22-year-old was on loan with Royal Excel Mouscron last season and impressed, earning a call-up to the Mexico squad last November and then again in the March friendlies earlier this year.
Govea’s agreement includes a purchase option and the San Luis Potosi native could debut as early as Sunday, when Antwerp takes on Club Brugge.
Govea isn’t the only Mexico international…

Wolves sign Leander Dendoncker on initial loan from Anderlecht

Leander Dendoncker made one appearance in the World Cup for Belgium.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have continued their summer spending hours before the Premier League transfer deadline by finalising a loan with Anderlecht for midfielder Leander Dendoncker.
Dendoncker, 23, will move to the club next summer on a permanent deal. He is the sixth signing for Wolves and will be available to make his debut in the club’s opener against Everton on Saturday.
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