Arsenal and Liverpool to lock horns in January for Zubimendi
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has emerged as a prime target for Liverpool, but Arsenal are reportedly keen on rivalling the Merseyside club for his signature. According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool are preparing a second bid for the standout player, with a January transfer seen as a strong possibility. They are determined to land Zubimendi, who has a £51 million release clause in his contract. However, Arsenal could disrupt Liverpool's plans as the Gunners are reportedly looking to hijack the deal, adding competition for the 24-year-old.
Real Madrid identify Ancelotti successor as coach faces sack
Real Madrid have already zeroed in on Santiago Solari as Carlo Ancelotti's successor with the Spanish giants considering to sack the Italian legend if results don't improve.
Arsenal target Malaga's rising star Antonio Cordero
Mikel Arteta has made it clear that signing a dynamic attacking talent is a top priority for Arsenal, and the club is reportedly focusing on Malaga's 18-year-old prospect Antonio Cordero, according to CaughtOffside.
Cordero has delivered six goals or assists in just 12 appearances for Malaga, showcasing his potential as a future star. Despite his market value being set at only €2 million, Malaga is expected to demand a higher fee given the growing interest in the player. Even so, the young forward remains an affordable option for top European clubs.
Manchester City target Sporting CP's Maxi Araujo
Manchester City is reportedly considering a move for Sporting CP winger Maxi Araujo, according to Football Insider's Pete O'Rourke. Araujo's reputation received a boost after scoring a goal against City during their UEFA Champions League clash. Having joined Sporting from Toluca in August, the Mexican winger has quickly impressed. So far, Araujo has contributed three goals and two assists across all competitions.
St. Louis City SC set to appoint Olof Mellberg as head coach
St. Louis SC is set to hire former Sweden international Olof Mellburg as the club's next coach, GOAL can confirm.
Manchester United eye Atalanta midfielder Ederson
Manchester United is reportedly weighing up a move for Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson, according to Sky Sports Deutschland's Florian Plettenberg. However, United may face competition for Éderson's signature. Goal Brazil reports that Manchester City is also showing interest in the talented midfielder.
Chelsea eye Ipswich striker Liam Delap
Chelsea have reportedly identified Ipswich Town forward Liam Delap as a potential transfer target, according to The I.
The Blues are said to be exploring options to bolster their attack, and the 20-year-old's profile fits their strategy of signing young, high-potential talent. Since joining Ipswich, Delap has made an immediate impact, scoring six goals in just 11 Premier League appearances.
Mas confident in Messi's long-term future at Inter Miami
Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas has expressed optimism that Lionel Messi will continue his journey in Major League Soccer beyond his current contract. The Argentine superstar, who joined the club in 2023 after leaving PSG, is contracted with Miami until 2025. Speaking on Friday, Mas hinted at discussions with Messi regarding his future.
"Messi is under contract through 2025; Leo and I will sit and discuss the future," Mas said.
"As I have said before, and I will repeat it now: I fully expect that in the opening of our new stadium in 2026 and the opening of our 2026 MLS season after a trophy-laden 2025 season, that Leo Messi will be our No. 10."
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...
