Kylian Mbappe believes he has done enough to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time after making history at the 2026 World Cup.
Aston Villa have strengthened their squad ahead of their return to the Champions League by completing the signings of Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and Italian defender Matteo Ruggeri.
Arsenal stars Declan Rice and Noni Madueke have responded to criticism from rivals after the club's Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, insisting the noise surrounding their loss is driven by jealousy.
Arsenal had three stars - David Raya, Gabriel, and Declan Rice - named in UEFA's Champions League Team of the Season after a remarkable run to the final.
Gabriel Magalhaes said it was "painful" after missing the decisive penalty as Arsenal lost the Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain in a shootout in Budapest.
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique joined an exclusive group of managers to win three European Cups after guiding the French champions to a dramatic penalty-shootout victory over Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League final on Saturday.