1 day ago
Leeds Rhinos veteran Kallum Watkins has extended his deal through to the end of next season.
The 35-year-old centre, who made his 350th Super League appearance in last Friday's win over Toulouse Olympique, rejoined the Rhinos from Salford in April last year.
The England international started his career with Leeds and made his debut for the club against Celtic Crusaders in April 2008, aged 17.
"Kallum is exactly the type of player every coach wants in their squad," head coach Brad Arthur told the club website.
"His standards are outstanding and he leads through his actions every single day.
#leeds
The 35-year-old centre, who made his 350th Super League appearance in last Friday's win over Toulouse Olympique, rejoined the Rhinos from Salford in April last year.
The England international started his career with Leeds and made his debut for the club against Celtic Crusaders in April 2008, aged 17.
"Kallum is exactly the type of player every coach wants in their squad," head coach Brad Arthur told the club website.
"His standards are outstanding and he leads through his actions every single day.
#leeds
1 day ago
English defender Charlie Cresswell has joined Stade Rennes on a five-year contract.
The former England youth international left Leeds United for Toulouse in the summer of 2023 after having come through the academy at the West Yorkshire side.
The Preston-born player spent two seasons with Toulouse, featuring 66 times in total scoring eight goals and making five ****** ists. He has now made the swap to Rennes where he has signed until 2031.
"There's been a lot of talk about my signing with Rennes these past few weeks," Cresswell said on joining Les Rouge et Noirs.
"Finally arriving here and making this project a reality is fantastic. I'm really very happy. I had two wonderful years in Toulouse, I couldn't have hoped for better, but football is cyclical and the prospect of playing in European competition was a very good reason. The club has an interesting project and I think it will be an excellent team this year. I hope we'll achieve great things."
#toulouse #making #project
The former England youth international left Leeds United for Toulouse in the summer of 2023 after having come through the academy at the West Yorkshire side.
The Preston-born player spent two seasons with Toulouse, featuring 66 times in total scoring eight goals and making five ****** ists. He has now made the swap to Rennes where he has signed until 2031.
"There's been a lot of talk about my signing with Rennes these past few weeks," Cresswell said on joining Les Rouge et Noirs.
"Finally arriving here and making this project a reality is fantastic. I'm really very happy. I had two wonderful years in Toulouse, I couldn't have hoped for better, but football is cyclical and the prospect of playing in European competition was a very good reason. The club has an interesting project and I think it will be an excellent team this year. I hope we'll achieve great things."
#toulouse #making #project
2 days ago
Toulouse FC are reportedly demanding a fixed fee of €30m from any club wishing to sign Dayann Methalie (20), according to information from Foot Mercato.
Although reported to be on Sunderland AFC's radar – a club he is keen to join – the young left-back has not yet received any offers deemed satisfactory enough by his club's management, who are facing clubs unwilling to exceed the €25m mark. However, this situation has not prevented discussions from continuing between the various parties.
One of the standout revelations of the 2025-26 season, Methalie – who is under contract with Téfécé until 2030 – has made quite a name for himself during his debut season in the top flight.
Having made 30 appearances (24 as a starter) for Les Violets, the club where he came through the ranks, across all competitions, the French Under-21 international notably seized the opportunity to score his first two goals and provide his first two ******* ists for the first team.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
#methalie
Although reported to be on Sunderland AFC's radar – a club he is keen to join – the young left-back has not yet received any offers deemed satisfactory enough by his club's management, who are facing clubs unwilling to exceed the €25m mark. However, this situation has not prevented discussions from continuing between the various parties.
One of the standout revelations of the 2025-26 season, Methalie – who is under contract with Téfécé until 2030 – has made quite a name for himself during his debut season in the top flight.
Having made 30 appearances (24 as a starter) for Les Violets, the club where he came through the ranks, across all competitions, the French Under-21 international notably seized the opportunity to score his first two goals and provide his first two ******* ists for the first team.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
#methalie
8 days ago
Dayann Methalie – is he any good? We've got no idea, so we brought someone in who does… our old marra Baptiste Reynaud from Le Classique Podcast joins us for today's show to chat about the France U21 left back who looks set to join up with Sunderland this summer! On today's show…
What sort of player is he?
What's his story at Toulouse?
Is he worth the reported €30m?
Where will he fit in at Sunderland?
#show
What sort of player is he?
What's his story at Toulouse?
Is he worth the reported €30m?
Where will he fit in at Sunderland?
#show
8 days ago
Newcastle United have walked out of the race to sign Toulouse left-back Dayann Methalie (20) with their Premier League rivals Sunderland AFC now the clear favourites to sign the France U21 international, according to The Guardian. The Black Cats, who are set to compete in the UEFA Europa League next season, have already secured an agreement on personal terms with Methalie over a five-year contract, as reported yesterday by RMC.
The 20-year-old is billed as one of the best French prospects in the left-back role, with a senior France bow expected in a few years with Lucas Digne and Théo Hernandez entering the twilight of their career. Methalie has been extensively scouted by Eddie Howe's Magpies, but the latter have opted against submitting a bid this summer. Aston Villa also enquired about the Toulouse left-back.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#back #newcastle #united
The 20-year-old is billed as one of the best French prospects in the left-back role, with a senior France bow expected in a few years with Lucas Digne and Théo Hernandez entering the twilight of their career. Methalie has been extensively scouted by Eddie Howe's Magpies, but the latter have opted against submitting a bid this summer. Aston Villa also enquired about the Toulouse left-back.
GFFN | Bastien Cheval
#back #newcastle #united
14 days ago
Olympique de Marseille are reportedly considering signing 2018 World Cup winner Djibril Sidibé (33), according to RMC Sport.
A free agent since leaving Toulouse FC, the French full-back is reportedly seen internally as a real opportunity in the transfer market. With considerable top-flight experience under his belt, the player who came through the ranks at ESTAC Troyes is coming off the back of two full seasons in which he made a total of 63 appearances (three goals, seven ****** ists) for the Violets.
This profile has caught the eye of Marseille, where he would immediately be seen as a key figure in the dressing room, whilst several Italian clubs have recently informed the player's entourage of their desire to lure him across the Pyrenees.
It now remains to be seen which path Sidibé will choose, as he could return to European competition in the south of France, with Marseille having secured their place in the Europa League group stage at the end of the 2025-26 season.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
#sidib #reportedly #olympique #djibril
A free agent since leaving Toulouse FC, the French full-back is reportedly seen internally as a real opportunity in the transfer market. With considerable top-flight experience under his belt, the player who came through the ranks at ESTAC Troyes is coming off the back of two full seasons in which he made a total of 63 appearances (three goals, seven ****** ists) for the Violets.
This profile has caught the eye of Marseille, where he would immediately be seen as a key figure in the dressing room, whilst several Italian clubs have recently informed the player's entourage of their desire to lure him across the Pyrenees.
It now remains to be seen which path Sidibé will choose, as he could return to European competition in the south of France, with Marseille having secured their place in the Europa League group stage at the end of the 2025-26 season.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
#sidib #reportedly #olympique #djibril
15 days ago
Ipswich Town have continued their preparations for their return to the Premier League by completing the £20m signing of Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu from Leicester City.
The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract and joins Gary O'Neil's side after scoring 16 goals in 100 games for Leicester since joining from Sporting in 2023.
Fatawu has arrived at Portman Road with Ipswich willing to allow winger Jaden Philogene to leave, with the 24-year-old attracting interest from Europe.
He has a list of admirers - believed to include Bologna, Roma and Benfica - and Ipswich will sanction a transfer if a suitable offer comes in.
Fatawu is the Tractor Boys' fifth summer signing after striker Emersonn joined from Toulouse earlier this month for a club record fee of about £26m.
#league
The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract and joins Gary O'Neil's side after scoring 16 goals in 100 games for Leicester since joining from Sporting in 2023.
Fatawu has arrived at Portman Road with Ipswich willing to allow winger Jaden Philogene to leave, with the 24-year-old attracting interest from Europe.
He has a list of admirers - believed to include Bologna, Roma and Benfica - and Ipswich will sanction a transfer if a suitable offer comes in.
Fatawu is the Tractor Boys' fifth summer signing after striker Emersonn joined from Toulouse earlier this month for a club record fee of about £26m.
#league
21 days ago
Manchester United's pursuit of AS Roma midfielder Manu Kone may have taken a complicated turn. The Red Devils endured a slow start to the summer but have picked up the pace in recent days.
With the midfield a priority following Casemiro's exit, INEOS have already signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. The English giants have also secured the services of Karl Darlow on a free transfer to bolster their goalkeeping department.
While Santos and Tielemans could prove to be shrewd acquisitions and should add quality to the middle of the park, United remain on the hunt for a third midfielder. The Red Devils need more steel and tenacity in midfield and are understandably looking at defensive midfielders.
Several candidates remain linked with the Premier League giants, including Kone, who has impressed for both club and country of late.
Kone spent his formative years at several clubs before arriving at Toulouse in 2016. He earned his senior debut with the club from southern France, before moving to Borussia Monchengladbach in 2021.
With the midfield a priority following Casemiro's exit, INEOS have already signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. The English giants have also secured the services of Karl Darlow on a free transfer to bolster their goalkeeping department.
While Santos and Tielemans could prove to be shrewd acquisitions and should add quality to the middle of the park, United remain on the hunt for a third midfielder. The Red Devils need more steel and tenacity in midfield and are understandably looking at defensive midfielders.
Several candidates remain linked with the Premier League giants, including Kone, who has impressed for both club and country of late.
Kone spent his formative years at several clubs before arriving at Toulouse in 2016. He earned his senior debut with the club from southern France, before moving to Borussia Monchengladbach in 2021.
24 days ago
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Betfred Super League
St Helens (0) 0
Toulouse (20) 46
Tries: Jussaume 3, O'Kane, Chan, Ulberg, Tropis, Laguerre Goals: Shorrocks 7
Betfred Super League
St Helens (0) 0
Toulouse (20) 46
Tries: Jussaume 3, O'Kane, Chan, Ulberg, Tropis, Laguerre Goals: Shorrocks 7
25 days ago
Toulouse FC have opened talks to sign FC Basel midfielder Andrej Bacanin (19), according to a report from Foot Mercato.
Toulouse are looking to bolster their midfield options ahead of the coming season. Their attention initially was focused on Matias Siltanen, who currently plays his football for Djurgarden.
Le TéFéCé had been hopeful of concluding a deal for the Finland youth international, however, whilst the midfielder agreed to the move, finding an agreement with Djurgarden has proved more difficult. The latter's valuation may be too high for Toulouse, Foot Mercato understands, hence their shift of focus onto another target.
Bacanin, who primarily plays as a defensive midfielder, but who can also play as a No.8, played 25 games for FC Basel last season. The Serbia youth international (10 caps for the U19s) registered two ****** ists in that time. Toulouse have now made contact with the Serb concerning a potential move this summer.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
Toulouse are looking to bolster their midfield options ahead of the coming season. Their attention initially was focused on Matias Siltanen, who currently plays his football for Djurgarden.
Le TéFéCé had been hopeful of concluding a deal for the Finland youth international, however, whilst the midfielder agreed to the move, finding an agreement with Djurgarden has proved more difficult. The latter's valuation may be too high for Toulouse, Foot Mercato understands, hence their shift of focus onto another target.
Bacanin, who primarily plays as a defensive midfielder, but who can also play as a No.8, played 25 games for FC Basel last season. The Serbia youth international (10 caps for the U19s) registered two ****** ists in that time. Toulouse have now made contact with the Serb concerning a potential move this summer.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
26 days ago
While the club broke transfer records, the problem for the transfer guru was what they could not buy. Or did not, anyway.
Liverpool's summer departures will include Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and, now, Michael Edwards; in his first stint at Anfield, perhaps the most celebrated sporting director in the game. In his second, as Fenway Sports Group's CEO of football, a man heading a multi-club operation with a solitary club.
Edwards' decision to move on, a year before the end of his lucrative contract, was made last autumn, when he handed in his notice. It predated much of Liverpool's troubled season and the sacking of Arne Slot, if not the record outlay of £450m on players, and £125m on Alexander Isak, last summer.
But when he was persuaded to return, it was supposedly to head up a bigger project. FSG looked at a host of other clubs – Malaga, Bordeaux, Toulouse, and 20 or more others – but bought none. The outlay was of more than half a billion on players, including this summer's additions, but nothing on clubs. FSG was not to become Merseyside's answer to the City Football Group or (perhaps thankfully) BlueCo.
It also invited the question of what Liverpool's collection of directors of football all did. Edwards brought Julian Ward back, as FSG's technical director, and recruited Pedro Marques, as their director of football development, while Richard Hughes, an ally from his Portsmouth days, was his appointment as sporting director of Liverpool.
Liverpool's summer departures will include Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and, now, Michael Edwards; in his first stint at Anfield, perhaps the most celebrated sporting director in the game. In his second, as Fenway Sports Group's CEO of football, a man heading a multi-club operation with a solitary club.
Edwards' decision to move on, a year before the end of his lucrative contract, was made last autumn, when he handed in his notice. It predated much of Liverpool's troubled season and the sacking of Arne Slot, if not the record outlay of £450m on players, and £125m on Alexander Isak, last summer.
But when he was persuaded to return, it was supposedly to head up a bigger project. FSG looked at a host of other clubs – Malaga, Bordeaux, Toulouse, and 20 or more others – but bought none. The outlay was of more than half a billion on players, including this summer's additions, but nothing on clubs. FSG was not to become Merseyside's answer to the City Football Group or (perhaps thankfully) BlueCo.
It also invited the question of what Liverpool's collection of directors of football all did. Edwards brought Julian Ward back, as FSG's technical director, and recruited Pedro Marques, as their director of football development, while Richard Hughes, an ally from his Portsmouth days, was his appointment as sporting director of Liverpool.
27 days ago
The transfer window for Premier League, English Football League, Scottish Premiership and Women's Super League clubs - and their counterparts in Germany, France, Spain and Italy - re-opened on 15 June.
Take a look at all the confirmed deals for July, and read the latest rumours in Football Gossip.
Premier League
Sean Steur [Ajax - Newcastle] £23m
Emersonn [Toulouse - Ipswich] Undisclosed
Take a look at all the confirmed deals for July, and read the latest rumours in Football Gossip.
Premier League
Sean Steur [Ajax - Newcastle] £23m
Emersonn [Toulouse - Ipswich] Undisclosed
28 days ago
Ipswich Town are back in the Premier League and, this time, they look determined to stay there. After finishing second in the Championship and bouncing straight back following relegation from the 2024/25 top-flight campaign, the club have wasted little time reshaping the squad for another crack at survival.
The managerial change is the first major shift. Kieran McKenna moved on after delivering promotion, and Gary O’Neil has arrived on a three-year deal. It is a practical appointment. He knows the division, he knows the demands, and he knows that sentiment does not keep you up. Squad depth does.
Photo: IMAGO
That is where this transfer window starts to matter. Ipswich have already brought in Cedric Kipre from Stade Reims and Chuba Akpom from Ajax, two additions aimed at adding experience and options at both ends of the pitch. Now, according to Give Me Sport, they are closing in on a third arrival, and it is a significant one.
The report states that Ipswich have agreed a £20 million deal with Toulouse for striker Emersonn. If completed, it would match the club-record fee previously paid for Jaden Philogene and Omari Hutchinson. For a club in Ipswich’s position, that tells you plenty. They are not shopping for cover, they are investing in a profile.
The managerial change is the first major shift. Kieran McKenna moved on after delivering promotion, and Gary O’Neil has arrived on a three-year deal. It is a practical appointment. He knows the division, he knows the demands, and he knows that sentiment does not keep you up. Squad depth does.
Photo: IMAGO
That is where this transfer window starts to matter. Ipswich have already brought in Cedric Kipre from Stade Reims and Chuba Akpom from Ajax, two additions aimed at adding experience and options at both ends of the pitch. Now, according to Give Me Sport, they are closing in on a third arrival, and it is a significant one.
The report states that Ipswich have agreed a £20 million deal with Toulouse for striker Emersonn. If completed, it would match the club-record fee previously paid for Jaden Philogene and Omari Hutchinson. For a club in Ipswich’s position, that tells you plenty. They are not shopping for cover, they are investing in a profile.
30 days ago
Ipswich Town are reported to have reached an agreement with Toulouse FC over the transfer of Emersonn (21), according to Foot Mercato.
In a battle with Hull City – another side promoted to the Premier League this season – to sign the Brazilian, the Tractor Boys are said to have ultimately come out on top, thanks to an offer valued at €32m including bonuses. Expected in London in the coming hours, the forward is set to undergo his medical there before signing his new contract.
Having made 31 appearances for Les Violets in the 2025–26 season, the player, who came through the ranks at Athletico Paranaense, proved decisive on 10 occasions, scoring seven goals and providing three ****** ists across all competitions.
This transfer marks another step forward for Emersonn, a former Brazilian Under-16 international, who arrived in France last summer from Turkish club Göztepe S.K. and remains under contract with Toulouse until 2029.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
In a battle with Hull City – another side promoted to the Premier League this season – to sign the Brazilian, the Tractor Boys are said to have ultimately come out on top, thanks to an offer valued at €32m including bonuses. Expected in London in the coming hours, the forward is set to undergo his medical there before signing his new contract.
Having made 31 appearances for Les Violets in the 2025–26 season, the player, who came through the ranks at Athletico Paranaense, proved decisive on 10 occasions, scoring seven goals and providing three ****** ists across all competitions.
This transfer marks another step forward for Emersonn, a former Brazilian Under-16 international, who arrived in France last summer from Turkish club Göztepe S.K. and remains under contract with Toulouse until 2029.
GFFN | Léo Aschi
1 month ago
Crystal Palace have been handed a boost in their pursuit of former England youth international Charlie Cresswell (23), as per a report from L’Équipe.
It was reported by Ouest-France earlier in the week that the Toulouse FC defender had agreed terms over a move to Stade Rennais. The defender is a long-term target for the Breton club and they have been looking to complete a deal ahead of their upcoming UEFA Europa League campaign.
L’Équipe understands that Rennes have now submitted a bid to Toulouse, however, it is below the latter’s €25m valuation of the player. The publication adds that it is unlikely that Rennes will match that valuation.
It is a significant boost for Crystal Palace who continue to mull over a bid for the former Leeds United centre-back. The Englishman, who has thrived since making the move to France back in 2024, could be a potential replacement for Maxence Lacroix at Selhurst Park.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
It was reported by Ouest-France earlier in the week that the Toulouse FC defender had agreed terms over a move to Stade Rennais. The defender is a long-term target for the Breton club and they have been looking to complete a deal ahead of their upcoming UEFA Europa League campaign.
L’Équipe understands that Rennes have now submitted a bid to Toulouse, however, it is below the latter’s €25m valuation of the player. The publication adds that it is unlikely that Rennes will match that valuation.
It is a significant boost for Crystal Palace who continue to mull over a bid for the former Leeds United centre-back. The Englishman, who has thrived since making the move to France back in 2024, could be a potential replacement for Maxence Lacroix at Selhurst Park.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
1 month ago
Betfred Super League Magic Weekend
Catalans (12) 18
Tries: Leeming, Laguerre, **** ton Goals: **** ton 3
Toulouse (32) 60
Tries: Polselli 2, Hands 2, Jussaume 2, Lacans, Ashall-Bott 2, Ulberg Goals: Shorrocks 10
Catalans (12) 18
Tries: Leeming, Laguerre, **** ton Goals: **** ton 3
Toulouse (32) 60
Tries: Polselli 2, Hands 2, Jussaume 2, Lacans, Ashall-Bott 2, Ulberg Goals: Shorrocks 10
1 month ago
Aston Villa have a verbal agreement with Toulouse goalkeeper Guillaume Restes, but the deal is far from simple. French outlet L’Equipe, via Sport Witness, reports that both Napoli and newly promoted Ipswich Town have barged into the boardroom to trigger a three-way transfer battle.
Everything at Villa Park depends on Emiliano Martínez. If the brilliant, erratic Argentine stays put, Unai Emery cannot pull the trigger on a new number one. If he leaves, the vacancy is there. Toulouse know exactly what they have in the 21-year-old shot-stopper. They want a premium package and will not even look at an offer under €20m. For Restes, the next move is about footballing sense, not just a paycheck.
TOULOUSE, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 09: Guillaume Restes of Toulouse celebrates the 1st Toulouse goal during the Group E – UEFA Europa League match 2023/24 match between Toulouse FC v Liverpool FC at Stadium de Toulouse on November 09, 2023 in Toulouse, France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Look at the data from last season. Restes was an absolute ever-present force in Ligue 1, starting 33 matches for Toulouse. That is massive consistency for a kid his age. He clocked up 33 starts in a top-five European league, managed nine clean sheets behind a shifting defence, and registered 85 saves, showing elite reflexes.
He does not just stand on his line either. Emery demands a modern keeper who can sweep up mess behind a high defensive line and kick-start building from the back. Restes registered 18 sweeper actions last term. He has a massive 188cm frame, dominates his box, and already has 14 caps for the France U21 national side.
Everything at Villa Park depends on Emiliano Martínez. If the brilliant, erratic Argentine stays put, Unai Emery cannot pull the trigger on a new number one. If he leaves, the vacancy is there. Toulouse know exactly what they have in the 21-year-old shot-stopper. They want a premium package and will not even look at an offer under €20m. For Restes, the next move is about footballing sense, not just a paycheck.
TOULOUSE, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 09: Guillaume Restes of Toulouse celebrates the 1st Toulouse goal during the Group E – UEFA Europa League match 2023/24 match between Toulouse FC v Liverpool FC at Stadium de Toulouse on November 09, 2023 in Toulouse, France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Look at the data from last season. Restes was an absolute ever-present force in Ligue 1, starting 33 matches for Toulouse. That is massive consistency for a kid his age. He clocked up 33 starts in a top-five European league, managed nine clean sheets behind a shifting defence, and registered 85 saves, showing elite reflexes.
He does not just stand on his line either. Emery demands a modern keeper who can sweep up mess behind a high defensive line and kick-start building from the back. Restes registered 18 sweeper actions last term. He has a massive 188cm frame, dominates his box, and already has 14 caps for the France U21 national side.
1 month ago
Toulouse FC defender Charlie Cresswell (23), the subject of interest from Crystal Palace, has agreed personal terms with Stade Rennais, according to a report from Ouest-France.
Crystal Palace hold an interest in the England youth international, who left formative club Leeds United back in 2024. Since arriving in France, the centre-back has thrived and he is now strongly linked with a return to his native England.
He is notably a target for Crystal Palace, who may be in the market for a replacement for Maxence Lacroix, a target for Chelsea.
However, Cresswell has now reached an agreement on personal terms with Rennes, Ouest-France understand. However, what may prove more difficult is reaching an agreement with his club, Toulouse.
Le TéFéCé are once again looking to raise significant funds through player sales this summer and are demanding a €25m fee for the defender. It is a significant sum, even if Les Rennais will return to European competition next season.
Crystal Palace hold an interest in the England youth international, who left formative club Leeds United back in 2024. Since arriving in France, the centre-back has thrived and he is now strongly linked with a return to his native England.
He is notably a target for Crystal Palace, who may be in the market for a replacement for Maxence Lacroix, a target for Chelsea.
However, Cresswell has now reached an agreement on personal terms with Rennes, Ouest-France understand. However, what may prove more difficult is reaching an agreement with his club, Toulouse.
Le TéFéCé are once again looking to raise significant funds through player sales this summer and are demanding a €25m fee for the defender. It is a significant sum, even if Les Rennais will return to European competition next season.
1 month ago
Under contract with Ajax until 2027, Branco van den Boomen (30) is reported to have terminated his contract with the Amsterdam club, according to information from Mohamed Toubache-Ter.
Now a free agent, the Dutchman is expected to sign for Angers SCO – where he was on loan last winter – on a three-year deal, running until 2029.
A former Toulouse FC player (23 goals and 45 ***** ists in 121 matches), the midfielder left France in the summer of 2023 to return to the Netherlands, where his spell with the Ajaccides ultimately did not go as he had hoped.
Plagued by several injuries that kept him sidelined, at times for many weeks, van den Boomen ultimately never managed to establish himself as an undisputed first-team regular at a club where he had previously played in the youth ranks.
And it was at Angers that the Veldhoven-born player finally regained regular playing time, starting 14 of the 15 matches (one ***** ist) he featured in under Alexandre Dujeux during the 2025-26 season.
Now a free agent, the Dutchman is expected to sign for Angers SCO – where he was on loan last winter – on a three-year deal, running until 2029.
A former Toulouse FC player (23 goals and 45 ***** ists in 121 matches), the midfielder left France in the summer of 2023 to return to the Netherlands, where his spell with the Ajaccides ultimately did not go as he had hoped.
Plagued by several injuries that kept him sidelined, at times for many weeks, van den Boomen ultimately never managed to establish himself as an undisputed first-team regular at a club where he had previously played in the youth ranks.
And it was at Angers that the Veldhoven-born player finally regained regular playing time, starting 14 of the 15 matches (one ***** ist) he featured in under Alexandre Dujeux during the 2025-26 season.
1 month ago
Interest in Toulouse FC goalkeeper Guillaume Restes (21) is growing, according to a report from L'Équipe.
Restes is a highly-rated young goalkeeper, who has featured for France's U21 side, without being capped for the senior side. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from Toulouse FC for some time, and this summer could be the time when he eventually seals a transfer away from his boyhood club.
The Frenchman is valued at €20m (minimum) by Le TéFéCé, who are open to a sale. In order to balance their books, there will have to be outgoings this summer. Charlie Cresswell, a target for Crystal Palace and Stade Rennais, is another potential candidate to leave.
Restes is notably a "serious" target for Aston Villa, according to The Athletic. However, L'Équipe now understands that they now may face competition from Ipswich Town, who last season secured promotion back to the Premier League. Serie A giants Napoli are also in discussions to sign the French goalkeeper. Toulouse are yet to receive a concrete offer.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
Restes is a highly-rated young goalkeeper, who has featured for France's U21 side, without being capped for the senior side. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from Toulouse FC for some time, and this summer could be the time when he eventually seals a transfer away from his boyhood club.
The Frenchman is valued at €20m (minimum) by Le TéFéCé, who are open to a sale. In order to balance their books, there will have to be outgoings this summer. Charlie Cresswell, a target for Crystal Palace and Stade Rennais, is another potential candidate to leave.
Restes is notably a "serious" target for Aston Villa, according to The Athletic. However, L'Équipe now understands that they now may face competition from Ipswich Town, who last season secured promotion back to the Premier League. Serie A giants Napoli are also in discussions to sign the French goalkeeper. Toulouse are yet to receive a concrete offer.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
1 month ago
Olympique de Marseille officially announced on Tuesday that their collaboration with manager Habib Beye had come to an end.
Appointed in February to succeed Roberto De Zerbi, the Senegalese manager failed to meet the targets set for him by the club's board, namely to qualify the team for the 2026-27 Champions League and to win the Coupe de France.
Knocked out at the quarter-final stage of the competition by Toulouse FC (2-2, 3-4 a.e.t.), the Olympians finished their Ligue 1 season in fifth place in the table, securing qualification for the Europa League. In total, Beye won just six of the 14 matches he managed from the OM dugout, suffering six defeats and two draws.
"Olympique de Marseille announces that it is ending its collaboration with Habib Beye. The club thanks Habib Beye and wishes him all the best for the rest of his career," the club said in a statement.
His announced successor, Bruno Genesio, the former Lille OSC manager, is expected to be officially confirmed by the French club shortly.
Appointed in February to succeed Roberto De Zerbi, the Senegalese manager failed to meet the targets set for him by the club's board, namely to qualify the team for the 2026-27 Champions League and to win the Coupe de France.
Knocked out at the quarter-final stage of the competition by Toulouse FC (2-2, 3-4 a.e.t.), the Olympians finished their Ligue 1 season in fifth place in the table, securing qualification for the Europa League. In total, Beye won just six of the 14 matches he managed from the OM dugout, suffering six defeats and two draws.
"Olympique de Marseille announces that it is ending its collaboration with Habib Beye. The club thanks Habib Beye and wishes him all the best for the rest of his career," the club said in a statement.
His announced successor, Bruno Genesio, the former Lille OSC manager, is expected to be officially confirmed by the French club shortly.
1 month ago
Aston Villa have identified Toulouse goalkeeper Guillaume Restes (21) as a replacement for Emiliano Martínez (33), should the Argentina international goalkeeper depart during the summer transfer window, according to a report from The Athletic. The Premier League outfit do not want to lose the 33-year-old but would be willing to entertain sensible offers for the World Cup winner should they arrive. Juventus are reportedly interested in his services.
Toulouse would be willing to sell the 21-year-old goalkeeper should their asking price be met. The Athletic understands that Les Violets value Restes in the region of £20m. This figure isn't thought to be an issue for the West Midlands outfit. The French goalkeeper isn't the only target considered by Aston Villa, they are also interested in Parma's Zion Suzuki. However, any move for a goalkeeper is solely dependent on Martinez's future with the club.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
Toulouse would be willing to sell the 21-year-old goalkeeper should their asking price be met. The Athletic understands that Les Violets value Restes in the region of £20m. This figure isn't thought to be an issue for the West Midlands outfit. The French goalkeeper isn't the only target considered by Aston Villa, they are also interested in Parma's Zion Suzuki. However, any move for a goalkeeper is solely dependent on Martinez's future with the club.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
1 month ago
The Premier League's newly promoted sides are showing a strong interest in Toulouse FC striker Emersonn (21), as per a report fromSky Sports.
It was reported by the outlet on Monday that Toulouse had rejected a bid of a little over £17m for the Brazilian forward.
Having joined Le TéFéCé last summer, Emersonn has enjoyed a remarkable first season in the French league. Starting in 22 of his 31 appearances across all competitions, the Brazilian made ten goal contributions, scoring seven goals – notably against Olympique de Marseille, Olympique Lyonnais and AS Monaco – and providing three ****** ists.
Hull City, having seen their opening offer rejected, remain in the race but they are not alone in showing interest in the Toulouse forward. Ipswich Town are also a fan of the player, Sky Sports understands. The Tractor Boys have also shown an interest in a fellow Brazilian plying his trade in Ligue 1, Lille OSC's Alexsandro.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
It was reported by the outlet on Monday that Toulouse had rejected a bid of a little over £17m for the Brazilian forward.
Having joined Le TéFéCé last summer, Emersonn has enjoyed a remarkable first season in the French league. Starting in 22 of his 31 appearances across all competitions, the Brazilian made ten goal contributions, scoring seven goals – notably against Olympique de Marseille, Olympique Lyonnais and AS Monaco – and providing three ****** ists.
Hull City, having seen their opening offer rejected, remain in the race but they are not alone in showing interest in the Toulouse forward. Ipswich Town are also a fan of the player, Sky Sports understands. The Tractor Boys have also shown an interest in a fellow Brazilian plying his trade in Ligue 1, Lille OSC's Alexsandro.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
1 month ago
Crystal Palace have entered the race to sign Toulouse centre-back Charlie Cresswell. The Eagles have initiated contact with the defender’s representatives as they look to strengthen their backline, but face stiff competition from Ligue 1 side Stade Rennais, who are also tracking the highly rated Englishman. However, if Cresswell was to be on the move this summer, he prefers a return to England, making Palace the frontrunners for his signature. Palace’s move for the ‘excellent’ 23-year-old comes as the club braces for a formal approach from Chelsea for star centre-back Maxence Lacroix. Having already lost Marc Guehi to Manchester City in January, Palace are determined not to suffer another defensive departure without a replacement as manager Pierre Sage prepares for his debut season at Selhurst Park, having taken over from Oliver Glasner.
1 month ago
Toulouse have set an asking price in the region of €20m for French goalkeeper Guillaume Restes (21) during the summer transfer window, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano. The French youth international stopper could be on the move with Les Violets setting a firm asking price for his services.
Restes is a highly-rated young goalkeeper. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from the Stadium de Toulouse for some time, and this summer could be the time where he eventually seals a transfer away from his boyhood club.
The goalkeeper is being considered by Aston Villa. Foot Mercato understands should Emiliano Martinez leave Villa Park this summer, the stopper will be one of the names considered to be his replacement. The Premier League club are also considering Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
Restes is a highly-rated young goalkeeper. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from the Stadium de Toulouse for some time, and this summer could be the time where he eventually seals a transfer away from his boyhood club.
The goalkeeper is being considered by Aston Villa. Foot Mercato understands should Emiliano Martinez leave Villa Park this summer, the stopper will be one of the names considered to be his replacement. The Premier League club are also considering Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser.
GFFN | Liam Wraith
1 month ago
Rangers are reportedly close to signing Bristol City's Ross McCrorie as Celtic are said to have increased their offer for Sandefjord's Zinedin Smajlovic while Heart of Midlothian's Alexandros Kyziridis is linked with top Greek clubs.
Rangers are closing in on a deal to bring 28-year-old versatile Scotland-capped defender Ross McCrorie back to Ibrox from Bristol City. (Rangers Review)
Celtic have submitted an improved offer for Zinedin Smajlovic worth £3.9m plus £1.7m in bonuses, but Sandefjord are under no pressure to sell amid rival interest from Rangers, Olympiacos, Hull City, Rangers, Fenerbahçe, Toulouse, Feyenoord and Lyon in the 22-year-old centre-back. (Rudy Galetti on X)
Rangers are preparing to submit a formal offer for 22-year-old Dundee centre-back Luke Graham in the coming weeks. (Football Insider)
Head coach Steven Pressley says Dundee have received "plenty of phone calls" about Luke Graham this summer, but there has been no firm offers for the centre-half. (The Courier)
Rangers are closing in on a deal to bring 28-year-old versatile Scotland-capped defender Ross McCrorie back to Ibrox from Bristol City. (Rangers Review)
Celtic have submitted an improved offer for Zinedin Smajlovic worth £3.9m plus £1.7m in bonuses, but Sandefjord are under no pressure to sell amid rival interest from Rangers, Olympiacos, Hull City, Rangers, Fenerbahçe, Toulouse, Feyenoord and Lyon in the 22-year-old centre-back. (Rudy Galetti on X)
Rangers are preparing to submit a formal offer for 22-year-old Dundee centre-back Luke Graham in the coming weeks. (Football Insider)
Head coach Steven Pressley says Dundee have received "plenty of phone calls" about Luke Graham this summer, but there has been no firm offers for the centre-half. (The Courier)
2 months ago
For nearly a century, commercial airlines have chased one of aviation's ultimate goals: connecting Sydney to the opposite side of the planet in a single, uninterrupted flight.
Now, Qantas is on the verge of making that a reality as it moves its highly anticipated Project Sunrise into its final stage, with non-stop flights from Sydney to both London and New York moving closer to takeoff.
This week, the Australian carrier unveiled its first Airbus A350-1000ULR — the groundbreaking ultra-long-range aircraft that it will operate on the flights — at Airbus' manufacturing facility in Toulouse, as it announced that the inaugural Sydney-to-London service will launch in October 2027.
CNN aviation expert Richard Quest, who attended the event, described it as a pivotal moment for the European aerospace company — comparable to the debut launch of the A380 superjumbo with Singapore Airlines nearly two decades ago.
"The fact that Airbus has put so much into this tells you how significant this is," Quest said.
Now, Qantas is on the verge of making that a reality as it moves its highly anticipated Project Sunrise into its final stage, with non-stop flights from Sydney to both London and New York moving closer to takeoff.
This week, the Australian carrier unveiled its first Airbus A350-1000ULR — the groundbreaking ultra-long-range aircraft that it will operate on the flights — at Airbus' manufacturing facility in Toulouse, as it announced that the inaugural Sydney-to-London service will launch in October 2027.
CNN aviation expert Richard Quest, who attended the event, described it as a pivotal moment for the European aerospace company — comparable to the debut launch of the A380 superjumbo with Singapore Airlines nearly two decades ago.
"The fact that Airbus has put so much into this tells you how significant this is," Quest said.
2 months ago
Leigh Leopards centre Jack Hughes will miss the Super League club's next three matches after picking up a suspension for a Grade E offence.
The charge of unnecessary contact with a player who is injured or may be injured occurred in the Leopards' 38-12 win at Bradford Bulls.
Hughes, 34, will now miss the trips to Hull KR and Toulouse and the Magic Weekend fixture with Warrington Wolves on 4 July.
He is the only player to be banned for incidents in round 14 of the Super League season, with nine other players also charged by the match review committee.
The charge of unnecessary contact with a player who is injured or may be injured occurred in the Leopards' 38-12 win at Bradford Bulls.
Hughes, 34, will now miss the trips to Hull KR and Toulouse and the Magic Weekend fixture with Warrington Wolves on 4 July.
He is the only player to be banned for incidents in round 14 of the Super League season, with nine other players also charged by the match review committee.
2 months ago
After just one season in Turin, Damien Comolli has left Juventus. The former AS Monaco academy manager announced his departure from Juventus on Friday following another dismal campaign in which the Italian giants finished sixth in Serie A.
On X, the former Toulouse FC president said: “I have decided to step down from my position of Chief Operating Officer of Juventus FC with immediate effect. I would like to thank John Elkann and Exor for giving me the opportunity to work for this amazing football club.”
His tenure at the Italian team was a mutual decision, with the club already naming his successor. Giovanni Carnevali has been appointed as the new general manager and managing director.
Juventus failed to qualify for the UEFA Champions League last season, finishing the domestic campaign with 69 points, one fewer than the previous one. They were knocked out of the Champions League last season in the playoffs against Galatasaray.
The 54-year-old, born in Béziers, has a lengthy resume, having worked in French and English football for several years. He’d previously served as sporting director on two occasions for AS Saint-Étienne, along with Liverpool and Fenerbahçe.
On X, the former Toulouse FC president said: “I have decided to step down from my position of Chief Operating Officer of Juventus FC with immediate effect. I would like to thank John Elkann and Exor for giving me the opportunity to work for this amazing football club.”
His tenure at the Italian team was a mutual decision, with the club already naming his successor. Giovanni Carnevali has been appointed as the new general manager and managing director.
Juventus failed to qualify for the UEFA Champions League last season, finishing the domestic campaign with 69 points, one fewer than the previous one. They were knocked out of the Champions League last season in the playoffs against Galatasaray.
The 54-year-old, born in Béziers, has a lengthy resume, having worked in French and English football for several years. He’d previously served as sporting director on two occasions for AS Saint-Étienne, along with Liverpool and Fenerbahçe.
2 months ago
Just a few days before the opening of the 2026 summer transfer window, OneFootball brings you a daily transfer roundup.
Official announcements, major rumours: the main transfer news from this Thursday, June 4 can be found here!
- Carles Martínez Novell, the former Toulouse manager, has joined Bayer Leverkusen.
- RC Lens have triggered Saud Abdulhamid’s purchase option.
- Florentino Pérez announced that Ibrahima Konaté will join Real Madrid on a free if he is re-elected club president this Sunday.
Official announcements, major rumours: the main transfer news from this Thursday, June 4 can be found here!
- Carles Martínez Novell, the former Toulouse manager, has joined Bayer Leverkusen.
- RC Lens have triggered Saud Abdulhamid’s purchase option.
- Florentino Pérez announced that Ibrahima Konaté will join Real Madrid on a free if he is re-elected club president this Sunday.
