Liverpool: FSG in ‘talks’ to buy French club despite ‘lots of issues’ threatening to block deal

Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group have confirmed that they are in talks to buy French club Bordeaux as they look to build a multi-club model.

Earlier this year, Michael Edwards returned to as he was confirmed as FSG s CEO of football.

Upon this announcement, was the commitment from FSG to buy another team to build a multi-club model.

I was humbled by the desire and persistence they showed in wanting to work with me again. This is definitely not something that I take for granted given their track record across sport and business,” said in a statement.

“It was vital for me that, if I did return, it had to be with renewed vigour and energy. In practice, this means having fresh challenges and opportunities.

As such, one of the biggest facto…

Man Utd legend urges Chelsea to move for surplus Red Devils star to plug ‘gap’ at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea have been urged to take a chance on Manchester United star Harry Maguire, who can plug a gap in Enzo Maresca s squad ahead of the new season.

but have been rather more circumspect in the current window as they look to comply with the Premier League s profit and sustainability rules.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Omari Kellyman, Renato Veiga, Marc Guiu and Caleb Wiley but for a modest combined fee of £75m, while they re also said to be in talks with Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen and remain in the market for a new striker.

They re relatively well stocked at centre-back but Dwight Yorke reckons they could do with a replacement for Thiago Silva – who left tat the end of last season – despite new manager Enzo Maresca having Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiash…

Chelsea continue aggressive recruitment of young stars with signing of Brazilian wonderkid

Mec will join a burgeoning group of young South American talent at Chelsea, which also includes Kendry Paez from Independiente del Valle, who signed for £17 million last year, and Estevao Willian from Palmeiras, who will join when he turns 18 next summer. Investing in young, talented South American players has worked well for other European powerhouses, like Real Madrid with Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior.

Chelsea has taken a risky gamble on Mec despite his evident potential given his lack of professional experience. The club s inconsistent previous history with young players has some supporters wondering if it makes sense to put future potential ahead of current reinforcements. These gripes are attached to broader complaints about Chelsea s transfer business and contracting str…