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FULL LIST: Top 10 managers by transfer spending since 2016

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10 months ago

January 22, 2026

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola has emerged as the highest-spending football manager in the world since joining the club in 2016, according to transfer data compiled by Capology and Transfermarkt.

Since taking charge of City, Guardiola has spent an estimated €2.05 billion on player recruitment, a figure that places him comfortably ahead of every other manager during the same period.

The Spaniard arrived at the Etihad Stadium in the 2016–17 season and immediately began a major rebuild of an ageing squad.

In his first season alone, City spent more than €190 million, bringing in players such as Ilkay Gundogan, Leroy Sane, John Stones, Claudio Bravo, and Gabriel Jesus.

2. Diego Simeone (€1.22 billion)

Behind Guardiola on the spending list is Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone, who has spent approximately €1.22 billion since the 2016–17 season. Simeone’s biggest investments include Joao Felix, Julian Alvarez, and Thomas Lemar.

3. Antonio Conte (€1.19 billion)

Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Antonio Conte ranks third, having spent €1.19 billion across his managerial stints during the period.

4. Massimiliano Allegri (€1.17 billion)

Much of Allegri’s spending came during his time at Juventus.

5. Thomas Tuchel (€1.17 billion)

Tuchel’s expenditure spans spells at Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich.

6. Unai Emery (€1.13 billion)

Sixth on the list is Unai Emery, who has spent €1.13 billion while managing clubs including Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, Villarreal, and Aston Villa.

7. Mikel Arteta (€1.09 billion)

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta follows closely with a total spend of €1.09 billion, much of it used to rebuild the squad since his appointment in 2019.

8. Erik ten Hag (€1.07 billion)

Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag ranks eighth, having spent €1.07 billion.

9. Eddie Howe (€1.01 billion)

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe sits ninth with a total expenditure of €1.01 billion.

10. Nuno Espirito Santo (€985 million)

Rounding off the top 10 is Nuno Espirito Santo, whose spending of €985 million places him ahead of several high-profile managers, including Jurgen Klopp, Jose Mourinho, and Mauricio Pochettino, during the same period

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READ FULL TEXT: Ronaldo’s farewell letter to fans

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25 minutes ago

November 6, 2026

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Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football after 23 years with Portugal, bringing an end to a career in which he became the country’s most-capped player and record goalscorer.

The 41-year-old confirmed on Thursday that he would hand back Portugal’s iconic No. 7 shirt and captain’s armband after the November international break.

Ronaldo made 234 appearances for Portugal, scoring a record 146 goals. He captained the country to its first major international trophy at Euro 2016 and also helped them win the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025.

In an emotional farewell message to Portuguese supporters, the Al-Nassr forward reflected on his journey, the people who supported him, his teammates and family, and the significance of representing his country.

He said his international career began in August 2003 and described the decision to retire as one made with both his head and heart.

“Because, at the end of the day, football is much bigger than a game. Football is about people,” Ronaldo wrote.

The announcement comes after months of uncertainty over his international future. Ronaldo had considered retiring after the 2026 World Cup but later decided to continue, saying he still believed he could contribute to the national team.

His relationship with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus also came under scrutiny in September after Ronaldo was left as an unused substitute in the 2-1 Nations League victory over Norway. He subsequently left the team’s training camp ahead of the match against Denmark.

Ronaldo later accused Jesus of breaking his word over an agreement on his playing time, describing the situation as a breach of trust. He also apologised to his teammates and supporters for leaving the camp and said he would accept any punishment from the Portuguese Football Federation.

The federation subsequently opened disciplinary proceedings and provisionally suspended him while the matter was investigated.

Despite the controversy, Ronaldo’s international career ends with records that include the most appearances and goals in men’s international football. He also represented Portugal at six World Cups.

Below is Ronaldo’s full letter to Portuguese fans.

“To the Portuguese people,

“The day has come to hand back the shirt and the captain’s armband of the national team that belongs to all of us.

“I never felt that it was exclusively mine, but for 23 years, I had the privilege and responsibility of wearing it, defending it, and carrying it with me to stadiums all around the world.

“Today, the moment has come to pass it on to the future.

“It was not an easy decision, because some decisions are not made with the head alone. They are also made with the heart.

“I am bringing to an end a journey that began in August 2003 and changed my life forever.

“When I look back and think about everything I experienced with the national team, I don’t just see matches, goals, records, or trophies. I see people.

“I see immigrants who, for 90 minutes, felt a little closer to Portugal. I see millions of Portuguese people whom I never met personally, but who became part of my life.

“Because, at the end of the day, football is much bigger than a game. Football is about people.

“Throughout my entire career with the national team, I always tried to push beyond my limits. I wanted to win, I wanted to be the best, I wanted to make history.

“I was always demanding of myself. I always wanted more. I always believed we could go further, and I gave everything I had for this shirt.

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Almería donate ticket revenue to late Jesús de Miguel’s family

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23 hours ago

November 5, 2026

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Spanish Club UD Almería have announced that they will donate all ticket sales revenue from their home match against CD Tenerife to support the family of Jesús de Miguel.

The initiative was established by club president Mohammed Al Khereiji as the Spanish club seeks to provide financial assistance to the bereaved family following their loss.

Announcing the decision, the club expressed its sympathy and acknowledged that no amount of financial assistance could make up for the loss of a loved one.

As reported by ESPN on Wednesday, the club was quoted as saying, “We are fully aware that nothing can ever compensate for the loss of a loved one, and that no form of support, whether financial or emotional, can ease the pain caused by a tragedy of this kind.”

Despite recognising the limitations of the gesture, UD Almería hope that donating the entire proceeds from the match will provide some support to Jesús de Miguel’s family during this difficult period.

The initiative comes under the leadership of Al Khereiji, who is the club’s president.

It also puts the spotlight on UD Almería’s ownership, with Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo having acquired a 25 per cent stake in the Spanish club earlier this year.

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SEE FULL LIST: Highest-scoring matches in Champions League history

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23 hours ago

November 5, 2026

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Borussia Dortmund’s 8-4 victory over Legia Warszawa remains the highest-scoring match in UEFA Champions League history, while Como’s 9-1 demolition of Lens has joined the competition’s list of most prolific encounters.

The Dortmund-Legia encounter produced 12 goals during the 2016/17 group stage, with the German side emerging victorious in a remarkable contest.

According to the UEFA website on Wednesday, the match featured five goals in the opening 32 minutes, including a spell in which three goals were scored within four minutes.

FULL LIST: Highest-scoring matches in Champions League history

Aleksandar Prijović gave Legia a 10th-minute lead, but Shinji Kagawa scored twice in quick succession to put Dortmund ahead.

Marco Reus also registered a brace, while three goals were scored in the closing 10 minutes to complete the 8-4 result.

Como’s 9-1 victory away to Lens on November 4, 2026, also entered the record books, with the 10-goal encounter ranking among the highest-scoring matches in the competition.

Bayern Munich’s 9-2 victory over GNK Dinamo in September 2024 and Monaco’s 8-3 win against Deportivo La Coruña in November 2003 are other notable entries on the list.

Barcelona’s 8-2 defeat of Bayern Munich in the 2019/20 campaign also features among the highest-scoring Champions League matches.