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A potential summer move for Mohamed Salah is beginning to gather quiet momentum, with AS Roma reportedly considering an ambitious bid to reunite with the Liverpool winger later this year. According to La Repubblica, the Serie A side have identified Salah as a marquee target for the next transfer window, as concrete approach is expected to wait until the summer …

Arsenal are reportedly preparing to make an aggressive effort to push Real Madrid into selling €80m-rated attacking midfielder Arda Guler. The Turkey international, who has been compared to former Arsenal and Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil by his manager Xabi Alonso (as per beIN Sports), is emerging as a top target for the Gunners this January. That’s according to Spanish …

Salim Adams is calm and focused ahead of Medeama’s clash with Hearts of Oak, a fixture that brings memories but no weight for the midfielder.The former Hearts of Oak player is expected to feature when the two sides meet in Tarkwa, yet Adams insists the occasion carries no pressure.For him, the match is about preparation, team spirit, and using home …

Ibrahim Tanko has praised Hearts of Oak as a tough opponent while backing Medeama to rise to the challenge when both sides meet this weekend in Tarkwa.The Medeama coach knows what to expect from the Phobians, especially after their recent record against his team, but he believes home support and his squads form can make the difference on the day.Medeama …

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is keeping his focus on goals as his team prepares for Hearts of Oak, with training centred on finishing and play.After a mixed run, Tanko accepts that goals have not come easily, but he believes steady work on the training ground will change that. Medeama have won two and drawn three of their last five matches, …

The head coach of Medeama Sporting Club, Ibrahim Tanko, has indicated that his players are full of confidence heading into their Ghana Premier League fixture against Hearts of Oak this weekend.The league leaders will host the Phobians in a high-stakes fixture on Sunday, January 4, in what will be a Week 17 fixture of the ongoing 2025/26 league campaign.Speaking in …

Chelsea have parted ways with Enzo Maresca, and they are being linked with a move for Liam Rosenior. He has done an impressive job at Strasbourg, and it will be interesting to see if Chelsea decides to bring him in as their new manager. Strasbourg are owned by BlueCo, the same company that owns Chelsea, and therefore getting the deal …

Newcastle United are reportedly interested in the Brazilian defender Wesley Franca from AS Roma. According to a report from AS Roma Live, the 22-year-old has attracted the attention of the Premier League club, and Newcastle have sent scouts to watch him in action. The Italian club signed the Brazilian defender in the summer for a fee of around €25 million, …

The head coach of Bechem United, Kobina Amissah, has charged his players to be disciplined on the field during their Week 17 fixture against Berekum Chelsea this weekend. The Hunters are scheduled to take on the Blues on Sunday, January 4, in their next match in the Ghana Premier League.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Kobina Amissah stressed the need for …

West Ham United have secured an agreement to sign the Argentine striker Taty Castellanos.  The 27-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past as well. It seems that the Hammers have now agreed on a €29 million fee with the Italian club for him, and it remains to be seen whether they can get …

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.

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been linked with a return to Anfield in recent months. Liverpool have had a disappointing season so far, and there have been rumours that Arne Slot could be shown the door. They are currently 4th in the league table, and they were expected to fight for the league title. If the Dutchman is shown …

Chelsea are interested in signing the Boca Juniors full-back Dylan Gorosito. According to a report from El Transigente, Chelsea have been showing interest in the 19-year-old full-back, and they could look to make a move for him. Gorosito is highly rated in South America, and he has a bright future. He is a part of the Argentine under-20 squad, and …

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on the Roma defender Evan Ndicka. The Italian outfit are hoping to sign Joshua Zirkzee from the Premier League club, and Manchester United have taken an interest in the Ivorian defender. According to a report from AS Roma Live, Manchester United have asked about the defender during exploratory talks regarding Zirkzee. It remains to …

The January transfer window is almost upon us, and so here is a reminder of the most expensive sales by Serie A sides in the history of the division.  Fiorentina’s sale of Dusan Vlahovic to Juventus in the winter of 2022 remains both the most expensive sale and most expensive signing by a Serie A club. The Serbian is still …