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Gabonese striker, Emerick Aubameyang has been recalled by Borussia Dortmund manager, Peter Stoger after a brief suspension ahead of a crucial encounter with Hertna Berlin on Friday. The recall is coming after strong indications emerged that Arsenal had sealed personal terms with the player and were finalizing the remaining aspects of the contract with the Club to secure his services before the close of the January transfer window.

The legal representative of Brazil captain Neymar, Marcos Motta has revealed that there is no release clause contained the player's contract with Paris Saint Germain (PSG) amidst interest from Real Madrid. Speaking with reporters recently, Motta was quoted by Marca as saying
"In Neymar Jr.'s contract, I can guarantee you that there is no clause for his release in the transfer market.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) yesterday made public its 2018 FIFA World Cup program for the Super Eagles, revealing venues and dates for six pre-World Cup friendly matches. The NFF also revealed its plan for kit launch, camping programmes and venues, the team base camp, sponsors’ event and how the team will travel during the World Cup finals proper.

Brazil legend, Ronaldihno has retired from football at the age of 37. His retirement was confirmed on Wednesday by his brother and representative Roberto Assis Speaking with O Globo, Assis said "He's quit football, it's over. Let's now do something nice [his farewell], big as it should be, after the Russia World Cup, maybe in August.

On Tuesday Night, Kelechi Ihenacho scored a historic goal during the FA Cup replay encounter between his side, Leicester City and Fleetwood. Ihenacho became the first player in English football to score a goal via a video assistant referee decision as they overcame the League One side 2-0 at the King Power Stadium.

Real Madrid may have agreed to sack manager Zinedine Zidane at the end of the season following the internal crisis in the club, leading to the current abysmal performances by the players. According to Spanish outlet Diario Gol, the 45-year-old has the option to leave the Spanish capital in the summer.