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Liverpool’s recruitment plans are beginning to take shape as the club looks to strengthen its attacking options ahead of a crucial rebuild phase.

A remarkable return to Stamford Bridge may not be entirely off the table, with reports suggesting that Thiago Silva could be considering a comeback to Chelsea as he plots the final chapter of his illustrious career.

Tyler Adams is emerging as a notable name ahead of the January transfer window, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Manchester United all closely monitoring the Bournemouth midfielder as they assess options to add energy and intensity to their engine rooms.

[caption id="attachment_1279536" align="alignnone" width="568"] LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: KuPS Kuopio's Clinton Antwi d[/caption]Ghanaian left-back Clinton Antwi delivered his second goal contribution in the UEFA Conference League to help Finish side KuPS to a stunning 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace.However, the former FC Nordsjaelland player failed to finish the match after he was sent off with 15 minutes remaining.Antwi served the assist to gave KuPS the lead for the first time in the match after spotting Ibrahim Cisse with a well-measured pass.This was three minutes after the newly-crowned Finish champions had levelled through Piotr Parzyszek in the 50th minute.The Eagles took an early lead through Nigerian Christantus Uche in the 5th minute.The English FA Cup winners levelled the scores through Justin Devenny three minutes after Antwi's red card.The 26-year-old Ghanaian defender has now scored a goal and delivered an assist in six games in Europe for KuPS this season.

English-Ghanaian Michelle Agyemang has been awarded the 2025 BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year. The Lionesses star won the award after an outstanding year, which saw her win the Women's European Championship with England.Agyemang, twice scored from the bench in crucial games at the tournament in Switzerland to inspire England to success."Wow. Thank you so much. I am so grateful. To all my team-mates, coaches, I am so grateful," Agyemang said after receiving the award on Thursday."To my family, who have supported me all this year and throughout my career - even if it hasn't been that long - I love you."A big thank you to God for this opportunity. I am so thankful."Her performances in 2025 also saw her receive the Young Player of the Euros and also the Golden Girl trophy in 2025.The Arsenal forward, currently on loan at Brighton and Hove Albion Women, has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in October while playing for England.Last season, she netted five times in 22 games for the Seagulls.

Ghanaian youngster Ransford Gyan has been selected by New York City FC in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft. The 19-year-old, a number 27 overall pick, joins the Eastern Conference finalist ahead of the 2026 season following his outstanding year with Clemson University.Gyan caught the attention of several MLS sides with his dazzling performances for Clemson Tigers in 2025.The midfielder was awarded ACC Freshman of the Year last season after scoring nine goals and delivering five assist at Clemson.Before moving to Clemson Tigers, Gyan also won the 2024 Gatorade National Boys Soccer Player of the Year at MLS NEXT side Cedar Stars Academy.The petite attacking midfielder will be hoping to make his breakthrough in professional soccer when he begins his career at New York City FC next year.Also making the draft from Clemson are Ghanaian duo Kwaku Agyabeng and Wahabu Musah.Agyabeng, a number 4 overall pick has been selected by Sporting Kansas City while Musah joins Colorado Rapids.By Lukman Abdul Mumin 

Morocco clinched their second FIFA Arab Cup title after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Jordan in a pulsating final at a packed Lusail Stadium in Doha.The Atlas Lions made a dream start in the fourth minute through Oussama Tannane, whose stunning strike from well inside his own half, estimated at 59 metres, caught Jordan goalkeeper Yazeed Abulaila off his line. The keeper’s desperate attempt to recover ended in a collision with the post, causing a brief stoppage before play resumed.Jordan responded strongly and drew level early in the second half when Ali Olwan headed home from close range following a well-worked corner. Olwan then put Jordan ahead in the 68th minute, converting from the penalty spot after Mahmoud Al Mardi’s effort struck the raised hand of Achraf El Mahdioui.Morocco forced extra time late on as substitute Abderrazak Hamdallah bundled in an equaliser in the 88th minute. Jordan thought they had won it early in extra time through a spectacular Mohannad Abutaha volley, but the goal was ruled out by VAR for handball.Hamdallah had the final say, tapping in his second goal from close range after Marwane Saadane’s bicycle kick fell kindly, sealing Morocco’s first Arab...

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Orlando City FC has selected Ghanaian-born midfielder Issah Haruna in the 2026 Major League Soccer SuperDraft. Haruna will join the MLS outfit for the 2026 season after impressing the club with his performances at the University of North Carolina Greensboro.The number 20 overall pick was named Southern Conference Freshman of the Year, earned All-SoCon Second Team and All-Freshman Team honors and also helped UNC Greensboro capture a share of the regular season title.The Ghanaian youngster featured in 16 matches with 12 starts, contributing three goals and three assists for nine points, while also earning national recognition from TopDrawerSoccer in the Freshman Top 100 and Team of the Week.Haruna will be joined by forward Harvey Sarajian (No. 5 overall; Wake Forest University), defender Nolan Miller (No. 9 overall; University of Michigan) and defender Jaylen Yearwood (No. 14 overall; University of North Florida), who have all been selected from the first round pick by Orlando City.Orlando City will resume preparations for the next campaign early 2026, with hopes of winning the ultimate in the MLS.By Lukman Abdul Mumi

Quick take: Match context: momentum and small details could decide this one, especially set-pieces and transitions. Form and fitness will matter; expect managers to rotate carefully around the congested schedule. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Paolo Vanoli admits Fiorentina are in free-fall after their Conference League loss to Lausanne-Sport. ‘If the players don’t react, we’ll look into the eyes of those who don’t want to fight, and move on.’

Barcelona are interested in signing the Aston Villa defender Pau Torres.

Rolando Mandragora dismantles controversy after Fiorentina fans suggested he threw down the captain’s armband during a defeat to Lausanne-Sport. ‘I understand people are angry.’

Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.