Southampton part ways with manager Russell Martin
Southampton have parted ways with head coach Russell Martin just hours after their humiliating 5-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur at home. The club's U-21 coach Simon Rusk will take charge of the team on an interim basis.
The official statement from the club read: "We can confirm that we have taken the difficult decision to part ways with our Men's First Team Manager, Russell Martin."
West Ham ready to sell Paqueta
According to the Daily Mail, West Ham are reportedly ready to sell star midfielder Lucas Paqueta in the upcoming January transfer window. Paqueta is reportedly keen on moving back to Brazil and joining his boyhood club Flamengo. The Hammers, on the other hand, are planning to use the transfer fee to sign Igor Jesus from Botafogo.
Man Utd remain interested in signing Sunderland's Rigg
Manchester United are keeping a close tab on Sunderland midfield prodigy Chris Rigg, according to Fichajes. The 17-year-old has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs and Sunderland are expected to demand a fee in the region of £20-25 million.
Real Betis eyeing move for Chelsea outcast
Per Fichajes, La Liga outfit Real Betis are reportedly keen on signing Chelsea midfielder Cesare Casadei in the January transfer window.
The 21-year-old has struggled for minutes under Enzo Maresca in the 2024/25 campaign, however, the Blues are unlikely to sell the youngster permanently and would rather send him out on a short-term loan.
Wolves closing in on appointing Pereira as new boss
Per journalist Rudy Galetti, Premier League side Wolves, who parted ways with their manager Gary O'Neil on Sunday, are closing in on appointing Vitor Pereira as their new head coach. The club are in advanced talks with Al-Shabab and are hoping to close the deal and agree on the manager's release clause in the next few days.
Neuer opens up on his future at Bayern Munich
Veteran German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has opened up on whether he would continue at Bayern Munich beyond the 2024/25 campaign and sign a new deal.
Speaking to Sky Sports, the custodian said: "I believe both sides would be happy if things continue. But there's no rush at the moment, that's for sure. First, I need to recover and get healthy again because I have a minor issue with my rib."
Pulisic set to extend AC Milan stay
USMNT star Christian Pulisic is in advanced talks with AC Milan over a new contract as he is close to penning a new long-term deal with the Serie A giants, according to Matteo Moretto.
The ex-Chelsea player's new contract will run until 2028 with an option to extend it by another year. He will become one of the top earners in the club after signing the dotted and could earn in the region of €4m-€5m per season.
O'Neil sacked by Wolves after in-fighting
Gary O'Neil has lost his job as Wolves head coach after a chaotic loss to Ipswich that left his team with just nine points from 16 games.
Wolves chairman Jeff Shi has told the club's official website, with O'Neil overseeing 63 games in total: "We're very grateful to Gary for all of his effort, dedication and hard work during his time at the club, and we wish him and his team the best of luck for the future."
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