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Manchester United could reportedly be ready to make a move for Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet this January if other clubs also step up their interest. Although the Red Devils have Jacquet on their radar, the current feeling is that their priority would be to bring him in in the summer, rather than in the middle of the season. However, as …

Behind the scenes at Chelsea, a mix of internal disagreements, performance concerns and external distractions ultimately led to the breakdown of trust between the club and Enzo Maresca. While results on the pitch played a role, journalist Ben Jacobs has indicated that one of the most significant flashpoints centred on a growing rift between the Italian coach and Chelsea’s medical …

Manchester City are reportedly ready to let Oscar Bobb leave the club this January for around £20m, with Newcastle in the mix for his signature. The talented young Norway international has struggled to establish himself as an automatic starter in Pep Guardiola’s side, and it now seems likely he’ll be on his way out of the club this month. Bobb …

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. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Milan already have one new signing in the bag before the January transfer window even opens, but Massimiliano Allegri’s side still have pressing business to see to in the coming weeks. Here’s a look at what the Rossoneri need in January.  Milan are expected to formally complete the signing of Niclas Fullkrug on loan with an option to buy from …

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford says he is expecting a game against Hohoe United.Lions will be hosted by the regional rivals in the Matchday 17 games at the Hohoe Sports Stadium on Friday, January 2.Heart of Lions are yet to taste a win in as many as four matches, making their away trip to Hohoe a nervy one, and …

Chelsea have decided to part ways with head coach Enzo Maresca with immediate effect, bringing an abrupt end to a turbulent chapter at Stamford Bridge. According to respected journalist Fabrizio Romano, an official club statement is still pending while all formalities have already been completed following escalating tensions over the past 24 to 48 hours. The decision was not triggered …

West Ham United have reportedly agreed personal terms with Fulham winger Adama Traore as he prepares to link up again with Nuno Espirito Santo. The pair previously worked well together at Wolves, and it now looks Traore could be on the move again this January and Fulham are prepared to allow the Spanish wide-man to move on. West Ham have …

With 2026 finally upon us, so too is the January transfer window. For league leaders Inter, January provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen their side and present head coach Cristian Chivu with all the talent he needs to see out the second half of the season. The doors at Appiano Gentile are expected to be quite busy over the next …

Renowned Ghanaian prophet Nigel Gaisie has prophesied that the Black Stars will reach the final of the 2026 World Cup.Ghana, four-time African champions, will be making their fifth appearance at the World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next summer.The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia.Speaking …

According to The Times, West Ham United are interested in a move for Chelsea defender Axel Disasi. The French defender is out of favour at Stamford Bridge and he is looking for a way out as he targets more playing time. Manager Enzo Maresca has enough depth in the defensive positions and he made it clear that Disasi will not …

Tottenham winger Brennan Johnson reportedly looks closer to a transfer to Crystal Palace, according to Fabrizio Romano’s latest post on X. The Welshman has been given permission by Spurs to discuss personal terms with Palace, with a medical possibly set to follow soon. Romano also says that Johnson will not be in the Tottenham squad to take on Brentford, with …

Interim Management Committee member of Asante Kotoko, Kwesi Appiah, beleives the club will get better in the second half of the season.The Porcupine Warriors had a difficult first half of the season but managed to finish in second spot with 30 points, losing just two games after 16 matches played in the ongoing 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.With the second …

According to a trusted source on X, Chelsea have shortlisted Como manager Cesc Fabregas as Enzo Maresca faces an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge. Tensions at Stamford Bridge are reportedly escalating, with Enzo Maresca now pushing the Chelsea board to terminate his contract, which currently runs until June 2029, according to a trusted source on X. What began as internal …

Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion are among the clubs interested in FC Nordsjaelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi.The versatile Ghana international has been sensational since his move to the Danish side from Right to Dream in March 2024.Yirenkyi has been previously linked to Arsenal, with Brighton now expressing interest in signing the 19-year-old.He is understood to have a long list of …