Man City eye sensational move for Pogba
Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Paul Pogba once the player's ban gets lifted in March 2025, according to the Independent. The Cityzens are actively looking for midfielders as they look to find a replacement for Rodri who ruptured his ACL earlier this season. Pogba, however, is reluctant to move back to Manchester.
Man Utd eye move for Sunderland wonderkid
Per Fichajes, Manchester United are keen on signing 17-year-old Sunderland midfielder Chris Rigg. The youngster has attracted interest from several top Premier League and Sunderland are likely to demand a fee in the region of £20-25 million.
Man Utd closing in on Girona full-back Gutierrez
Per TEAMtalk, Manchester United are very close to finalising the first signing of the Ruben Amorim era as they are in advanced talks to rope in Girona left-back Miguel Gutierrez. The English giants are currently negotiating with the Spanish club who are reportedly ready to sell the player lower than his €35million (£28.8m/$36.7m) release clause.
Juventus director opens up on signing Zirkzee in January
Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli opens up on the possibility of the Italian giants signing Manchester United outcast Joshua Zirkzee in January.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Giuntoli said: "Zirkzee in January? We are waiting for Milik. I can just say that Zirkzee is a very good player but he's under contract at Man United. I can't add more now, we're focusing on completely different things now."
Liverpool have to pay £100m to sign Brighton's Pedro
Per TBR Football, Liverpool are keen on signing Brighton forward Joao Pedro. However, they might have to pay £100m as a transfer fee to secure the player's signature. Pedro has a contract with the Seagulls until 2028 and has also attracted interest from Chelsea.
Bayern rule out possibility of signing Kane's back-up
Bayern Munich director Max Eberl ruled out any possibility of signing injured Harry Kane's back-up in the January transfer window. Speaking to journalist Michel Schroer, Eberl Said: "We will not sign a backup for Harry Kane in January. We have great financial numbers, but those numbers come from the fact that we always think economically."
Fenerbahce continue transfer talks with Al-Nassr over Talisca
Per journalist Rudy Galetti, Fenerbahce have held positive talks with Al-Nassr over the transfer of Talisca in the January window. The negotiations are on between the two clubs, and the Turkish giants are hopeful they will be able to land the Brazilian midfielder.
Man Utd told to sell struggling Marcus Rashford
Manchester United have been urged to put a struggling Marcus Rashford "out of his misery" by Paul Parker in a chat with Betfred amid talk of a potential sale in January.
United need to balance their books to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) and it has been reported that the Red Devils are prioritising player sales in January to alleviate financial pressure. Rashford's homegrown status makes him a significant asset in that regard as selling him would register as pure profit on the club's financial records.
Chelsea warned Real & Barca might tempt Palmer away
William Gallas has warned Chelsea that Real Madrid and Barcelona might lure talisman, Cole Palmer, away from the club in what would be a huge money transfer.
Speaking to Prime Casino, Gallas said: "At the moment, I think only Real Madrid and Barcelona could tempt Cole Palmer away from Chelsea and I think he would thrive playing his football in Spain."
Longstaff linked with possible Newcastle departure
Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff could leave Newcastle United if a compelling offer from a Premier League rival or an MLS side arrives his way, according to The Chronicle.
The Magpies are under increasing pressure to generate funds, leading to considerations of selling key players. Among those reportedly on the transfer list is winger Harvey Barnes, whose potential departure could help Newcastle free up finances for incoming signings.
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...


