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Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, 24, has finalized a loan move to French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg for the 2026-2027 season, with no buyout clause. The Danish international, signed for €25 million in 2024, struggled for playing time at Chelsea, making only 12 starts last season. After leaving Chelsea’s Australia tour for negotiations, the deal was confirmed on August 9. Strasbourg, seeking a starting goalkeeper, secured Jorgensen, who previously helped Chelsea win the 2025 UEFA Conference League and Club World Cup.

5 reports · 2 sources · Updated Aug 11, 07:32 AM UTC

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk, 25, is eligible to return to competitive football immediately after the English FA lifted his suspension on July 30, 2026, with WADA’s agreement. Mudryk had been banned for four years in January 2026 after testing positive for low-concentration meldonium in October 2024. However, WADA’s revised technical document (TD2027MRL) meant the concentration would no longer be a violation. Mudryk accepted a suspension equal to time already served, and Chelsea expressed relief, prioritizing his reintegration.

13 reports · 3 sources · Updated Aug 11, 07:21 AM UTC

USMNT midfielder Gio Reyna, 23, is in negotiations to transfer from Borussia Mönchengladbach to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, owned by Chelsea's BlueCo consortium. After one season at Gladbach (19 appearances, one goal), Reyna has struggled with injuries and limited playing time, logging just over 500 Bundesliga minutes in 2025-26. Despite this, he was selected for the 2026 World Cup, scoring against Paraguay. The move would be his fourth club in as many seasons.

7 reports · 2 sources · Updated Aug 4, 09:50 AM UTC

Chelsea FC has finalized the £34 million (€40 million) transfer of Argentine midfielder Valentin Barco from Strasbourg, with all documents signed. The 22-year-old, who can play midfield or left-back, had a heated confrontation with England’s Jude Bellingham during the 2026 World Cup semi-final. Barco played 19 minutes in the tournament and scored 3 goals with 9 assists last season. He joins Chelsea’s summer signings under manager Xabi Alonso, as part of the BlueCo multi-club strategy.

7 reports · 4 sources · Updated Aug 4, 12:12 AM UTC

Ligue 1 club RC Strasbourg is on the verge of finalizing the signing of 20-year-old Real Madrid striker Jacobo Ortega, according to Spanish media reports. Ortega, a forward who has been part of José Mourinho's first-team squad during Real Madrid's pre-season, is expected to join Strasbourg as a new reinforcement. The transfer, reported by Foot Mercato, highlights Strasbourg's activity in the summer transfer window as they look to bolster their attacking options. The article, published on July 29, 2026, notes that the deal is close to completion, with further details to follow.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 29, 06:54 PM UTC

Real Madrid is in negotiations with French club Strasbourg for the transfer of 50% of a striker's economic rights, valued at approximately eight million euros. The unnamed striker has received several offers from La Liga clubs, but Strasbourg, which is part of the same ownership group as Chelsea, is making a strong bid. The deal would involve Madrid selling half of the player's rights, likely as part of a co-ownership or future sale arrangement. The report originates from AS Real Madrid, a Spanish sports news source.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 29, 06:23 PM UTC

Daily Mail chief reporter Kieran Gil reports from Sydney that Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is set to leave the club, most likely joining sister club Strasbourg. Striker Liam Delap, who joined from Ipswich for £30 million last summer, may be sold to make way for Danny Welbeck. Nottingham Forest are interested in Delap, but he started in Chelsea's 6-4 friendly win over Western Sydney Wanderers, suggesting no immediate transfer. Delap was substituted after an hour and was overshadowed by replacement Joao Pedro, who scored a hat-trick and provided an assist. Chelsea has made clear Joao Pedro is not for sale despite Barcelona's interest. Meanwhile, winger Jamie Gittens has regained form, scoring in three consecutive warm-up matches. Chelsea also urgently needs new set-piece specialist Austin MacPhee, as the Wanderers scored from a corner.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 11:11 PM UTC

Portuguese football club Vitória de Guimarães has officially announced the signing of Ivorian forward Patrick Ouotro from Strasbourg. The 20-year-old attacker joins the Liga Betclic side to bolster their offensive options. In addition to Ouotro's arrival, the club also confirmed the signing of 22-year-old midfielder Matilde Silva from Famalicão on a contract until 2028. Furthermore, 18-year-old midfielder Santiago Verdi, a European and world U-17 champion, has renewed his contract with the club until 2031, expressing happiness and stating that the club 'gave me everything and is the club of my life.' The announcements were made on July 28, 2026, as part of the club's pre-season preparations.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 04:40 PM UTC

French Ligue 1 club Le Havre is set to permanently acquire midfielder Junior Mwanga from Strasbourg for a fee of €1.5 million, excluding bonuses. The 23-year-old, who impressed during a loan spell at Le Havre from January to May 2025 with 13 league starts, will sign a four-year contract. Mwanga is already in Normandy to undergo his medical examination. Strasbourg originally purchased Mwanga from Bordeaux for €12 million in June 2023, but he failed to establish himself in Alsace, managing only 29 starts across all competitions. His previous loan to Nantes was cut short, leading to his return to Strasbourg before the winter transfer window. The move represents a significant financial loss for Strasbourg but a promising opportunity for Mwanga to revive his career at Le Havre.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 03:28 PM UTC

Cameroonian striker Aaron Bibout, 21, is close to joining French Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg from Belgian club Genk before the transfer window closes. Strasbourg has initiated discussions with Genk for the forward, who is under contract until June 2029. Bibout scored three goals in ten league appearances last season. Financial details of the potential transfer have not been disclosed, but negotiations have progressed positively in recent hours. An agreement has not yet been reached, but both clubs are optimistic about completing the deal.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 12:35 PM UTC

Cameroonian striker Aaron Bibout (21), currently under contract with Belgian club Genk until June 2029, is a target for French Ligue 1 side Racing Club de Strasbourg. Strasbourg has initiated discussions with Genk to secure the player, who scored six goals in 21 league matches last season. Financial details have not been disclosed, but negotiations have progressed positively in recent hours. An agreement has yet to be finalized before the transfer window closes. The report comes from L'Équipe's transfer news section.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 12:35 PM UTC

This article, part of a series on fan chants, details how Olympique Lyonnais (OL) accidentally found its club anthem. For years, the club searched for an anthem at its former stadium, Gerland. In 2018, OL created 'Le Chant des Canuts' to promote its new museum at Groupama Stadium. The song was first played on the stadium screens 25 minutes before a match against Strasbourg on August 24, 2018. Fans recall that match for Martin Terrier's first goal and Nabil Fekir's return as a world champion, but the anthem's debut was a key moment. The chant, rooted in Lyon's historical silk-weaving (canuts) identity, was adopted organically by supporters, becoming the club's official anthem by chance.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 09:59 AM UTC

French Ligue 1 club Strasbourg is actively pursuing Ghanaian international Caleb Yirenkyi, a 20-year-old versatile defender from Danish club Nordsjaelland. Yirenkyi, who played four matches for Ghana at the World Cup, is expected to leave this summer despite a contract running until June 2030. He can play as a right-back, an area Strasbourg seeks to strengthen. Last season, he started 34 times and helped his team finish 3rd in the Danish Championship. Nordsjaelland has already rejected significant offers from Porto and Coventry and is demanding at least €25 million excluding bonuses. Competition for the player is intense, and a favorable outcome for Strasbourg may involve Chelsea, as both clubs share the same owner, BlueCo.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 28, 06:32 AM UTC

The article reports on two preseason friendly matches involving French Ligue 1 clubs. Toulouse began their summer preparation with a 1-1 draw against Ligue 2 side Rodez. Niklas Schmidt gave Toulouse the lead before halftime, but after heavy squad rotation in the second half, including introducing young talents Aymen Amaaouch and Wassim Dardake, they conceded an equalizer in the 51st minute and could not regain the lead. Meanwhile, Strasbourg suffered their second consecutive preseason defeat, losing 0-2 to English Championship side Blackburn Rovers. Strasbourg trailed at halftime and had a penalty saved early in the second half. Despite introducing substitutes including Ben Chilwell, Mathis Amougou, and Demba Diop, they could not equalize, and Blackburn sealed the win with a late second goal. Both matches served as preparation for the upcoming season, allowing coaches to give playing time to many squad members.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 25, 07:04 PM UTC

Strasbourg suffered their second consecutive pre-season friendly defeat, losing 0-2 to Blackburn Rovers. The match, played under the watchful eye of holidaying Diego Moreira, saw an early own goal from Andrew Omobamidele in the 3rd minute following a misunderstanding with goalkeeper Milosz Piekutowski. Despite some promising moments, including a curling shot from Diogo Sousa and a penalty won by Samuel Amo-Ameyaw, Strasbourg failed to score. Amo-Ameyaw missed the penalty with a weak low shot in the 52nd minute. Blackburn extended their lead in the 84th minute through a long-range strike from Cantwell. Strasbourg's performance was hampered by numerous substitutions and an injury to Rayane Messi. The team will face Brighton in their next friendly as they prepare for the Ligue 1 opener against Marseille on August 21.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 25, 07:04 PM UTC

Strasbourg suffered their second consecutive preseason defeat, losing 0-2 to Blackburn Rovers in a friendly match. The match began poorly for Strasbourg as Andrew Omobamidele scored an own goal in the 3rd minute following a misunderstanding with goalkeeper Milosz Piekutowski. Despite some offensive efforts, including a curling shot from Diogo Sousa in the 40th minute, Strasbourg struggled to equalize. Samuel Amo-Ameyaw won a penalty in the 52nd minute but missed with a weak low shot. Blackburn's Cantwell sealed the victory with a long-range low shot in the 84th minute. The match was played under the observation of Diego Moreira, who remains on holiday. Strasbourg's next preseason match is against Brighton, with six friendlies scheduled before their Ligue 1 opener against Marseille on August 21.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 25, 07:04 PM UTC

Chelsea's new Dutch striker Emmanuel Emegha, 23, suffered a hamstring injury during a behind-closed-doors friendly against Bromley on July 18, after scoring in that match. The injury will keep him from traveling with the squad for their preseason tour in Australia. The severity and recovery timeline remain unclear, but the setback raises concerns given his history of muscle injuries at Strasbourg. He is expected to recover before the Premier League season starts.

5 reports · 4 sources · Updated Jul 25, 12:03 PM UTC

Olympique de Marseille (OM) will host Atlético Madrid at the Stade Vélodrome on Friday, August 14 at 5:30 p.m. for a high-profile pre-season friendly, continuing their tradition of August exhibition matches against top European clubs. The match, coached by Bruno Genesio for OM and Diego Simeone for Atlético, serves as a final test before the resumption of Ligue 1 for OM (August 21 vs Strasbourg) and La Liga for Atlético (August 19 vs Malaga). The game will be broadcast on Ligue 1+. OM also has another pre-season friendly scheduled against Athletic Bilbao on August 9.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 24, 10:02 AM UTC

Former Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre has commented on the club's summer transfer activity and prospects for the new season. In an interview with Hupu, Silvestre praised the signings of Andre Santos and Youri Tielemans, stating that Santos brings excellent running ability and stamina, while Tielemans provides experience and leadership to replace the departed Casemiro. Silvestre noted that manager Carrick is building a squad capable of competing on multiple fronts. However, he cautioned against expecting an immediate Premier League title challenge, arguing that a team cannot go from 16th to 3rd and then win the league the next season. He compared the situation to Mikel Arteta's rebuild at Arsenal, urging the club to give Carrick sufficient time to develop a title-winning squad. Silvestre also suggested that if Marcus Rashford stays, the squad is largely sufficient, and pre-season friendlies will provide further clarity.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 23, 12:49 AM UTC

French Ligue 1 club Strasbourg agreed to sign 21-year-old Senegalese defender Ibrahima Ba from Portuguese club Famalicão for €15-20 million, reuniting him with former coach Hugo Oliveira. Benfica also pursued Ba but he chose Strasbourg. However, the transfer was later cancelled after a medical issue was detected. The deal included a sell-on clause for Famalicão and was part of Strasbourg’s summer recruitment.

23 reports · 5 sources · Updated Jul 22, 09:46 PM UTC

Sporting CP's new reinforcement, 21-year-old center-back Ibrahima Ba, will not be available to play for the club for at least four weeks due to a knee injury. Ba underwent surgery on the meniscus of his right knee, which caused him to fail medical exams conducted by French club Strasbourg. Despite the setback, Sporting is comfortable with the rehabilitation timeline. Ba, who arrives from Famalicão, has signed a contract with Sporting until 2031. He was officially presented to the media, stating he is ready to give his all on the pitch once fit. The article also includes related stories about Sporting's defensive plans and other players like Rafael Nel.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 08:41 PM UTC

Strasbourg's new head coach Hugo Oliveira, a former goalkeeper and one of the first Portuguese to earn a UEFA A License specialized for goalkeepers, is implementing a revolutionary philosophy that places the goalkeeper at the heart of the team's game plan. The 22-year-old American goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina is being tested to become the starter, with two specialized goalkeeper coaches now at the club: Sébastien Gimenez (since 2024) and newly arrived Miguel Miranda. Oliveira emphasizes that the goalkeeper will be crucial as 'a true outfield player and the team's first attacker,' fully integrated into the construction of play. This approach, while rare, is gaining traction in top European clubs.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 04:15 PM UTC

The article reports that England and Chelsea defender Reece James faces an awkward reunion at Stamford Bridge following an incident at the 2026 World Cup semi-final. Jude Bellingham, playing for England, slapped Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head after Barco taunted England players during Argentina's celebrations. Barco has since completed a £34 million transfer to Chelsea from sister club Strasbourg. As Chelsea captain, James will be responsible for integrating Barco into the squad. New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso also faces the challenge of managing team dynamics. Additionally, new Chelsea signing Morgan Rogers, a friend of Bellingham, may also be slow to warm to Barco. Trevoh Chalobah, another England squad member at Chelsea, is linked with a move away.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 01:41 PM UTC

Senegalese central defender Ibrahima Ba, 21, is undergoing medical examinations this Wednesday ahead of signing with Sporting Portugal, just five days after his transfer to Strasbourg collapsed due to last-minute salary renegotiations and a disputed medical exam. According to Portuguese newspaper Record and L'Équipe, Ba's medical tests on Tuesday reportedly showed no major knee issues, contrary to concerns raised by Strasbourg sources. The player, who was injured at the end of last season, was closely monitored by his club Famalicao during his vacation in Senegal, and two MRIs upon his return to Europe were clear. He even played in a preseason match against Famalicao's U23 team. If the deal goes through, Famalicao will receive €20 million plus a percentage of a future sale. Ba, who came through the AJEL Rufisque academy in Senegal, is expected to replace Ivorian Ousmane Diomandé, whose move to Nottingham Forest is progressing. An official announcement is expected later Wednesday.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 11:53 AM UTC

Ligue 1+, the exclusive streaming platform for Ligue 1, announced it will broadcast more than 30 friendly matches of French clubs before the Ligue 1 season resumes on August 21. The matches will be shown live on the LFP's streaming platform. The first matches begin on July 25, featuring five pre-season games including Lens-Charleroi, Union Saint-Gilloise-Lille, Marseille-Nice, Rennes-Club Bruges, and Sporting-Monaco. A total of nine matches will pit Ligue 1 clubs against Premier League teams, such as Crystal Palace-Lens, Liverpool-Monaco, Sunderland-Rennes, Everton-Lille, and Newcastle-Strasbourg. The weekend of August 15-16 will feature around 15 matches, providing a substantial warm-up program for subscribers ahead of the new season.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 11:23 AM UTC

Sporting CP is accelerating plans to sign Famalicão defender Ibrahima Bâ as a replacement for Diomande, who is set to transfer to Nottingham Forest. The 21-year-old Senegalese center-back had previously agreed to join Strasbourg but failed his medical due to sequelae from a right knee meniscus injury that required surgery at the end of the 2025-26 season. According to Portuguese media, Sporting CP is expected to pay €20 million for Bâ, who was also on Benfica's transfer list. The deal includes a 15% sell-on clause for Famalicão. Sporting CP will continue to monitor Bâ's physical condition closely due to the medical controversy that led to his rejection by Strasbourg.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 04:50 AM UTC

German outlet Bild reports that Hoffenheim has signed 18-year-old Belgian midfielder Nathan Dekat from Anderlecht for up to €20 million, beating interest from top clubs including Chelsea, Manchester City, Dortmund, and PSG. Chelsea had planned to sign him permanently and loan him to partner club Strasbourg. Dekat, already a Belgian national team player with over 50 professional appearances, is considered one of Europe's most talented midfielders, comparable to Jude Bellingham. His five-year contract with Hoffenheim runs until 2031 and includes a €70 million release clause that activates in summer 2027. The club expects him to eventually move to the Premier League, potentially becoming their most expensive sale, surpassing the €50 million record set by Bazoumana Touré's transfer to Newcastle United.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 03:16 AM UTC

Nigerian striker Umar Abubakar is preparing to compete for a starting position at Portuguese club Famalicão as the new season approaches. The article highlights his renewed ambition and determination to establish himself in the squad despite upcoming competition. Additionally, the report covers related Famalicão news, including the failed transfer of center-back Ibrahima Ba to Strasbourg, with Ba returning to training and receiving praise from coach Hugo Oliveira. The piece also mentions Sporting's interest in Ba as a potential successor if Diomande leaves for England.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 22, 12:12 AM UTC

Portuguese sports newspaper Record reports that Sporting CP has identified Famalicão center-back Ibrahima Ba as the successor for Ousmane Diomande, should the Ivorian defender leave for England. Ba, who previously had a transfer to Strasbourg fall through due to failed medical exams, is now being targeted by Sporting. The move is contingent on a detailed physical evaluation. The article also covers other Sporting news including stadium renovations at Alvalade and assessments of the team's training camp.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 09:37 PM UTC

Following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time, FIFA is compensating clubs for releasing players to the tournament. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will receive approximately €2.49 million for its 16 players who participated. Manchester City tops the compensation list with €3.1 million for 19 players, while Arsenal receives €2.4 million for 14 players. Bayern Munich, despite having 18 players, will only get €2.3 million due to Germany's early Round of 16 exit. In Ligue 1, LOSC ranks second with €1.2 million for 8 players, followed by AS Monaco (€960,000), Stade Rennais (€930,000), Strasbourg (€910,000), OGC Nice (€890,000), and OM (€880,000). Ligue 1 is the fourth best-compensated league overall with €11.83 million, behind the Premier League, Bundesliga, and La Liga.

1 reports · 1 sources · Updated Jul 21, 09:17 PM UTC