#centre-backs tag

fromBavarian Football Works

2 months ago

Bayern Munich's Jonathan Tah admits to being 'very, very happy' about Dayot Upamecano's imminent contract extension

Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano quickly formed a convincing centre-back partnership that looks set to continue after Upamecano reportedly signed a fresh new deal.

fromESPN.com

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Inter defender Bastoni

Liverpool target Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni; Manchester United and Tottenham pursue Juventus's Pierre Kalulu; Chelsea target Jérémy Jacquet; Napoli shortlist Evan Ferguson.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Man City XI vs Manchester United: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League

Pep Guardiola's side have suffered a real injury crisis of late, particularly at centre-back, and that has been a factor in their falling off the pace in the Premier League title race. City are now six points adrift of league leaders Arsenal at the top. They are without three key central defenders - Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and John Stones - with the trio all ruled out long-term.

Soccer (FIFA)

#ac-milan

AC Milan

'No one will forgive them' - Ordine insists Milan must make signings to secure top four

AC Milan

GdS: One goal every 142 minutes - Allegri's defensive wall ready for toughest test yet

AC Milan

'No one will forgive them' - Ordine insists Milan must make signings to secure top four

AC Milan

GdS: One goal every 142 minutes - Allegri's defensive wall ready for toughest test yet

FC Barcelona

Barcelona draw line in sand over centre-back signing | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona

Barcelona offered the services of Chelsea, Manchester City defenders ahead of January window | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona

Barcelona draw line in sand over centre-back signing | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona

Barcelona offered the services of Chelsea, Manchester City defenders ahead of January window | Barca Universal

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Ranked! The 20 best centre-backs in the world

Elite centre-backs prioritize game reading and positional authority, blending current form, 12–18 month pedigree, and statistical metrics to determine top rankings.

FC Barcelona

Barcelona keeping an eye on Bundesliga duo as possible centre-back reinforcements | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona are targeting Bundesliga centre-backs Nico Schlotterbeck and Dayot Upamecano while planning a 2026 striker signing if finances allow.

fromwww.theguardian.com

The Premier League XI that deserves more credit, from Pickford to Trossard

Reece James, Jordan Pickford, Matthijs de Ligt and Maxence Lacroix stand out in the Premier League for reliability, tactical evolution, leadership and athletic defensive skills.

6 months ago

The 20 biggest players out of contact next summer

Everyone loves a bargain and the potential pool of free agents whose current deals are set to expire at the end of the 2025/26 campaign will be constantly assessed in the coming months. Once January comes around, any players in the final months of their contracts will be able to talk to overseas teams and there are a number of big-name players for whom the clock is ticking.

Soccer (FIFA)

fromESPN.com

6 months ago

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye France duo Upamecano, Konate

Real Madrid, AC Milan, Juventus, Manchester United and Bayern Munich are pursuing defensive and midfield targets including Konaté, Upamecano, Guéhi, Tonali and Murillo.

Liverpool FC

6 months ago

Liverpool's emergency defensive cover withdraws from international squad in fresh Anfield blow

Liverpool face a defensive injury crisis with Konate and Endo doubtful, leaving Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez as the only fit senior centre-backs.

Arsenal

9 months ago

Arsenal rejected by target following approach: report

Arsenal's summer transfer window has been largely successful, securing multiple key signings for squad depth.

Jeremy Jacquet turned down a move to Arsenal, opting instead for a contract extension with Rennes.