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Marc Guehi continues to be heavily linked with a move to Liverpool ahead of the January transfer window, with the Crystal Palace captain firmly established as the Reds’ long-term defensive priority.

Ghana defender Jerome Opoku contributed to one of Istanbul Basaksehir's goals in their thumping 5-1 victory over Gazientep in the Turkish Superlig on Monday evening. The lanky centre-back, started again for the Istanbul-based club, and lasted the entire duration, delivering a five-star performance in the thrilling victory.Opoku put the icing on the cake after spotting Ivan Brnic for his side's fifth goal.Meanwhile, Eldor Shomurov gave Basaksehir the lead in the 21st minute but the visitors responded five minutes later through Drissa Camara.However, Gazientep's equalizer lasted for only three minutes after Abbosbek Fayzullaev restored Istabul Basaksehir's lead.After the break, Arsa Kizildag netted an own goal to extend the home side's lead before Umut Gunes added the fourth with 22 minutes remaining."Enjoyment. Nice to grab an assist. Happy holidays family," posted Opoku on social media after the match.The former Fulham academy player has been in fine form for the Turkish club this season, making 15 league appearances. Enjoyment 🤩 nice to grab an assist 😎Happy holidays family 🧡💙 pic.twitter.com/aIWF83JIbO— Jerome Opoku (@JeromeOpoku3) December 22, 2025

Legendary Ghanaian footballer, Andre Ayew has shared a heartwarming moment with President of the country, John Dramani Mahama. Ayew met the first gentleman of the nation at the University of Ghana Stadium on Saturday during the Legacy Rise Boxing night. A night which saw stars and top personalities assemble to watch the epic boxing bout between Freezy McBones and Jonathan 'Worldwide' Tetteh.The event was organised by son of the President, Sharaf Mahama, Ghana's leading boxing promoter.Meanwhile, before the biggest fight of the night, Ayew was spotted with Mahama, who shared some nuggets with the unattached footballer.An excited Ayew took to social media to share the moment, posting: "His Excellency, Mr John Dramani Mahama. Thanks for your kind words, God bless you Mr President."The 36-year-old also congratulated Sharaf for a 'great show.'"Sharaf Mahama, Legacy Rise, was a great show. We proud. More to come. Accra we dey."The former Marseille and Swansea City playmaker is yet to announce his next move with the 2026 World Cup six months away.

Quick take: Transfer watch: this move could reshape selection options and tactical balance in coming weeks. If incentives and add-ons are confirmed, expect follow-up negotiations or medicals to move quickly. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

[caption id="attachment_1280182" align="alignnone" width="612"] BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 26: Antoine Semenyo of AFC Bournemouth[/caption]Tottenham Hotspur have ended their interest in Ghana and AFC Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo ahead of the winter transfer window.The Black Stars forward will become available in the January market, with a release clause of 65 million for any club interested in his services.Spurs earlier showed interest in Semenyo during the summer window, and were one of the clubs in the race for his signature ahead of next month's transfer business period.However, according to reports in England, the Europa League winners have ended their pursuit of the striker and have instead moved on to other targets.Meanwhile, Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool are all preparing to make a bid for the forward in January.Although Semenyo is yet to make a decision over his future, the 25-year-old is believed to be favouring a move to Liverpool.The Reds lost striker Alexander Isak to injury during the 2-0 victory over Spurs on Saturday while talismanic forward Mohamed Salah is in Morocco for the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt.Semenyo has been in blistering form for the Cherries in the Premier League this season, netting 8 goals and delivering 3 assists in 16 matches. 

The early signs at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations point towards another high-scoring tournament, with the opening four matches averaging two goals per game.Morocco opened the competition with a 2-0 win over Comoros, followed by a 1-1 draw between Mali and Zambia. Group B also produced goals, as South Africa defeated Angola 2-1 in Marrakech, while Egypt required a late Mohamed Salah strike to claim a 2-1 comeback victory over Zimbabwe. In total, eight goals have been scored from four matches.That return compares favourably with the last edition of the tournament. AFCON 2023 in Ivory Coast produced a record 119 goals, the highest total in the history of the competition, with an average of 2.29 goals per game.Although the tournament is still in its early stages, the current scoring rate suggests goals may again be a defining feature of AFCON. With several attacking teams yet to begin their campaigns, there is optimism that the 2025 edition in Morocco could maintain, or even challenge, the benchmark set in Ivory Coast two years ago.

Mohamed Salah delivered when it mattered most as Egypt began their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a hard-fought comeback victory over Zimbabwe in Morocco.The Pharaohs dominated possession for long spells but found themselves trailing at the break after Prince Dube scored against the run of play to give Zimbabwe a surprise first-half lead in Agadir. Egypt created several chances before and after the interval, only to be frustrated by wasteful finishing and an assured performance from veteran goalkeeper Washington Arubi, who kept the Warriors in the contest.Egypt’s pressure finally paid off in the 64th minute when Omar Marmoush struck to restore parity, injecting renewed belief into Rui Vitória’s side. As the match edged towards a draw, Salah’s presence proved decisive. Deep into injury time, the Liverpool forward reacted quickest to a loose ball inside the area, calmly poking home the winner to secure all three points for the seven-time champions.The victory gives Egypt a winning start to their Group B campaign, though improvements will be needed ahead of their next fixture against South Africa in Agadir. Zimbabwe, despite the defeat, will take encouragement before facing Angola in Marrakesh.

WTF.. Patson Daka landed on his neck trying to do a backflip celebration after scoring a last minute goal for Zambia against Mali pic.twitter.com/vmuSkaSmbX

AC Milan have more good news, as after Niclas Fullkrug landed this evening, they finally terminated their contract with Divock Origi after months of talks with one of their worst signings of all time.

Multiple sources this evening are confirming that Juventus reached a verbal agreement with Marco Ottolini to be their new director of sport.

Niclas Fullkrug is on the ground in Italy and is ready to complete the final formalities of his move from West Ham United to Milan, but there are reports the option to buy is worth only €5m.

David Neres and Matteo Politano assure Napoli ‘came here as Champions of Italy and were determined to win’ the Supercoppa Italiana too. ‘We follow Antonio Conte to the death.’

In a high-octane opening clash for Group B at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt staged a thrilling second-half comeback to secure a 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe.

Antonio Conte insists Napoli are ‘not even close to being ready’ to command Italian football, even after winning the Scudetto and Supercoppa. ‘It was an impeccable tournament.’

Vincenzo Italiano acknowledges Bologna were out-played by ‘fantastic’ Napoli in the Supercoppa Italiana Final. ‘We gave it everything we had, but were unable to raise our level to match them.’