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Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.  The 19-year-old attacker has done quite well in Germany this season, and he could prove to be a long-term acquisition for Tottenham. They need more quality and depth in the final third. The Ivorian will add pace, flair, and goals to the side. He is a young player with …

The former champions dominated proceedings from the opening whistle and underlined their title credentials with a performance full of control, tempo, and attacking intent as they began their bid to reclaim the crown lost to Cote dIvoire in 2023. Jackson opened the scoring five minutes before the break, applying a composed first-time finish to Ismail Jakobs well-delivered cross from the …

Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad are in constant communication with Lazio over the possibility of signing Nuno Tavares. According to transfer expert Matteo Moretto, the Saudi side have been in contact with the Biancocelesti over the Portuguese wing-back, who has struggled with inconsistency in the Italian capital. Moretto suggests that Nuno Tavares would move to Saudi Arabia in a heartbeat …

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has charged his players to stay focused as they gear up for their Week 15 fixture against Eleven Wonders in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League. Speaking in his pre-match interview, the experienced tactician described the upcoming midweek fixture as a tricky one. Although Eleven Wonders are struggling to compete in the league, Karim …

Chelsea are interested in signing Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth during the January transfer window.  The 25-year-old is a target for Manchester United and Manchester City as well. Both clubs have been in talks with his representatives for several days. However, Chelsea have now made a late move, and they have called the player today, as per Fabrizio Romano. It is …

Former Chelsea and France defender Frank Leboeuf believes AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan would be the ideal signing to take Chelsea to the next level. Speaking about the Rossoneri star to the Italian Football Podcast, Leboeuf made no secret of his admiration for Maignan’s qualities, describing him as “world-class” and a natural leader. “Of course, Magic Mike, I don’t want …

Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has been linked with a move away from the club, and Real Madrid has been mentioned as a potential destination. As per Fichajes, he is already angling for a move away. A reunion with Xabi Alonso would be his preferred option. The 22-year-old has had his fair share of criticism since they move to the Premier …

Fresh from lifting the Supercoppa Italiana, Napoli could soon be dealing with a transfer-related issue away from the pitch, as reports indicate that Lazio will be free to operate in the upcoming January market. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport, via IlBianconero, the reigning Italian champions are under scrutiny from the independent commission that monitors the financial health …

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.

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.

Chelsea have been linked with the move for the AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan in recent months. They were expected to sign the 30-year-old French international during the summer transfer window, but the move did not work out. The links have resurfaced again ahead of the January window, and it will be interesting to see if Chelsea decides to make …

Theo Bongondas first-half strike proved decisive as the Democratic Republic of Congo opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Benin at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. Carrying confidence from their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, the Leopards began assertively and imposed themselves early with sharp movement and quick circulation …

Juventus remain attentive to the situation surrounding Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi, whose future in Milan appears increasingly uncertain. According to CalcioMercato, Juventus are keeping a close eye on the Italian, who has yet to rediscover his old form in his limited minutes this season. Frattesi has struggled to secure a central role at Inter, even following the tactical reshuffle introduced …

Medeama SC defender Kamaradini Mamudu shared his disappointment on Monday after the team dropped points in their Ghana Premier League encounter against Basake Holy Stars. In the Week 15 fixture played at TnA Stadium, the Yellow and Mauves had to rally from behind to score late to secure a point from a 1-1 draw.Speaking in his post-match interview, Kamaradini Mamudu …

Juventus are set to finalise the appointment of Marco Ottolini as their new sporting director after the executive formally resolved his contract with Genoa. According to reports from Tuttomercatoweb, Ottolini has completed the termination of the agreement that still contractually tied him to Genoa, despite his operational departure from the club having taken place several weeks ago. The move represents …