Bournemouth to give Antoine Semenyo a pay-rise amid Spurs interest
Tottenham Hotspur may have allegedly received a blow in their efforts to sign Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo. A recent report indicated that Spurs have become admirers of Semenyo, who has become a first-team regular at Bournemouth under Andoni Iraola. However, according to Football Insider, Bournemouth may be ready to react to the interest and their player's impressive form. It is alleged that another new contract, potentially with a pay-rise may be on its way for the 24-year-old, particularly if he continues to impress.
Wolves identify Watford's Giorgi Chakvetadze
Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly identified Watford playmaker Giorgi Chakvetadze as a potential target for the January transfer window. As per The Sun, there is a level of interest in negotiating a deal for Watford star Chakvetadze. With Chakvetadze holding a contract with the Hornets until 2029, any proposal would have to make logical sense for Watford when they are bidding for Premier League promotion.
Amorim's stance on Man Utd job revealed
Sporting CP coach Ruben Amorim has distanced himself from reports claiming he could succeed Erik ten Hag as Manchester United coach.
While United legend and Ten Hag's assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has taken over on an interim basis, the Red Devils will be looking for a permanent replacement and Amorim has been touted as an option. However, the coach has downplayed the speculation about his future, while The Independent reports he does not want to leave his current post during the season.
Mario Balotelli officially joins Serie A side Genoa
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— Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) October 28, 2024
Thomas Frank responds to Man Utd links
Thomas Frank has reacted to Manchester United's sacking of Erik ten Hag as the Brentford boss opens up on reports linking him with the Red Devils.
Speaking to the media, Frank responded when asked about the Manchester United job: "It's a very delicate question. I've got a big responsibility to Brentford, the fans, [owner] Matthew [Denham], the leadership, the staff, and I've got one focus and that's to do our best and beat Sheffield Wednesday in the Carabao Cup.
"I've said many, many times but I'm very happy here. It's one of the best clubs in the world. What happens in the future, who knows? But I'm very, very happy here."
Three top managers in Man Utd's shortlist to replace Ten Hag
After parting ways with manager Erik ten Hag, Manchester United are now acting swiftly to identify the Dutch coach's replacement as they prepare a shortlist of head coaches. Per journalist Rudy Galetti, former Chelsea boss Graham Potter and ex-Dortmund boss Edn Terzic are some of the names United are considering along with ex-Juventus head coach Massimiliano Allegri.
Liverpool are eyeing a move for Forest's Murillo
Per TEAMtalk, Liverpool have shown interest in signing Nottingham Forest defender Murillo amid speculation over Virgil van Dijk's future at Anfield. The Reds, however, will face competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea who are also looking to bolster their backline.
Xavi unlikely to replace Ten Hag
Xavi Hernandez's position on his next job has been confirmed amid speculation he could take over at Manchester United after Erik ten Hag was sacked. GOAL understands that the former Barcelona coach has no plans to take a job until next season and is intent on continuing his sabbatical year after leaving the Blaugrana in May.
Man Utd sack Erik ten Hag
Manchester United have parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag a day after the club's 2-1 defeat against West Ham United in the Premier League.
The official statement from the Red Devils read, "Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men's first-team manager. Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future. Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited."
Ronaldo wants Pogba at Al-Nassr
Per TuttoJuve, Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly invited Paul Pogba to join him at Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr next year. The midfielder shared a dressing room with the Portugal legend for a season at Old Trafford before heading back to the Serie A ahead of the 2022-23 season.
The French midfielder saw his doping ban cut short to 18 months from four years, following a successful appeal in the Court of Arbitration for Sport and is slated to return to action in March 2025.
Interim boss Stephen Frail expects Motherwell to appoint a new manager next week and admits their first job will be to lift the players’ confidence after a 3-0 mauling at home to Ross County.A double from Ronan Hale and Connor Randall’s last-minute strike secured an impressive victory for the Staggies at Fir Park.Defeat sees the Steelmen drop into the bottom half of the Premiership tab...
Mark Hughes heaped praise on goalkeeper Gabe Breeze after Carlisle picked up a vital point in the League Two relegation battle with a goalless draw against in-form Colchester at Brunton Park.Breeze made two excellent saves from Lyle Taylor as the Cumbrians ended a four-game losing run and the former Man City boss was astounded by the 21-year-old’s performance.He said: “The game had som...
Chesterfield boss Paul Cook launched a scathing attack on his play-off hopefuls after they surrendered an early lead to lose 3-1 at Sky Bet League Two table-toppers Walsall.The Spireites enjoyed a rapid start when Jamie Grimes’ eighth-minute header put them ahead against a wobbling Walsall side, who were winless in five matches with the chasing pack closing in.However, Bim Pepple and Dylan D...
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has allayed fears of an injury scare to top scorer Erling Haaland ahead of next week’s Champions League trip to Real Madrid.Haaland went down clutching his leg in the latter stages of the champions’ 4-0 Premier League thrashing of Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday and was immediately substituted.Losing the Norwegian would be a major blow to ...
Rotherham manager Steve Evans described Thomas Parsons’ performance as “atrocious” after the referee awarded a stoppage-time penalty from which Reading snatched a 2-1 victory in League One.Reading had led 1-0 at half-time through top scorer Harvey Knibbs but Sam Nombe levelled for Rotherham from a spot-kick in the 57th minute.With the game heading for a draw, Parsons adjudged Mil...
Michael Flynn believes his team can make a charge towards the League Two play-offs places after watching them come from 2-0 down to beat Barrow 3-2 at home.Matty Taylor scored twice before fellow substitute Ashley Hay hit the winner as the Robins continued their perfect home record in 2025.Cheltenham climbed to 13th in the table and sit eight points off seventh-placed Crewe with two games in hand....
Birmingham manager Chris Davies praised Jay Stansfield’s work ethic after he lit up St Andrew’s with the only goal of a 1-0 win to sink play-off chasing Charlton.Stansfield’s 23rd-minute strike stretched City’s lead to nine points ahead of second-placed Wycombe, with Blues boasting a game in hand.Victory was City’s 30th in all competitions as they extended their unbea...
Andoni Iraola refused to get carried away after Bournemouth fans were left dreaming of a potential Champions League adventure following a first league double over south-coast rivals Southampton.Travelling Cherries fans chanted of playing in European football’s premier competition next season after their side soared to fifth spot in the Premier League table thanks to a deserved 3-1 success at...
Norwich head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup praised his side for fighting back to draw 1-1 at Hull after he demanded “I want to see my football team back”.The Norwich boss had some tough words for his team as they trailed 1-0 at half-time to the relegation-threatened side, including for Kellen Fisher – but the player then delivered the assist for Josh Sargent’s equaliser.The Un...
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says Jota has a chance of starting against Bayern Munich after scoring and impressing in a 3-0 victory over Dundee United.Jota earned the club’s man-of-the-match award after cutting in from the left and curling home from 18 yards to double the lead given to the hosts by another impressive finish from Callum McGregor.The Portuguese winger has now started two gam...
