FIFA president Gianni Infantino dropped a hint that Cristiano Ronaldo might still get a shot at the Club World Cup, even though his current team, Al-Nassr, didn’t qualify. Talks are apparently happening behind the scenes—though it’s unclear how that would work or if it’s even fair to other clubs.

Editor’s Note: Ronaldo’s global star power means FIFA might bend the rules to keep him in the spotlight. But it raises eyebrows—should a player skip the usual qualification process just because they’re famous? Fans and smaller clubs won’t love the idea of special treatment, even for a legend.

Liverpool have reached out to Bayer Leverkusen to explore the possibility of signing Florian Wirtz, their highly rated young attacking midfielder. It’s early stages, but the Reds are clearly interested in adding the German talent to their squad.

Editor’s Note: Wirtz is one of Europe’s most exciting young players, and Liverpool’s interest signals their ambition to strengthen creatively. If this move gains traction, it could be a major coup—but Leverkusen won’t let him go easily, especially after his standout performances. For fans, it’s a tantalizing glimpse at what the club’s future might look like.