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Chelsea are not expected to make any major signings in the January transfer window, with the club’s strategic focus firmly fixed on the longer-term rebuild planned for the summer windows of 2026 and 2027, according to Sky Sports. Instead of adding new faces next month, the emphasis at Stamford Bridge will be on trimming the squad and resolving situations involving …

Scott McTominay continues to go from strength to strength with Napoli, and as of Monday night, has added a second piece of silverware to his 2025 collection. A Scudetto, an MVP award, a World Cup spot, a Supercoppa Italiana, a portrait in the national gallery and a cigar in Saudi Arabia: Here is a look back at the Scot’s mesmerising …

Niclas Fullkrug has begun his medical with Milan ahead of his move from West Ham United, and is on course to be part of Massimiliano Allegri’s first-team squad for the first match of the new year.  Fullkrug is set to join Milan on loan with an option to buy from West Ham. The Germany international arrived in the city on …

Napoli claimed their second piece of silverware of the calendar year with their 2-0 victory over Bologna in the Supercoppa Italiana final on Monday evening, and have returned to Italy around €10m richer as a result.  2025 has been a year to remember for Napoli and their supporters. Antonio Conte delivered their second Scudetto in three years back in May, …

David Neres stole the headlines after his brace in Napoli’s 2-0 Supercoppa Italiana final victory over Bologna on Monday night, but several other Napoli players have earned individual praise in Tuesday’s papers back in Italy.  Napoli finished 2025 with their second trophy of the calendar year, pairing the Scudetto with the Supercoppa for the first time since Diego Maradona and …

Kobbie Mainoo’s chances of securing a move away from Manchester United during the January transfer window appear to have all but disappeared, following a significant shift in circumstances at Old Trafford. According to The Times, the Red Devils are now highly unlikely to sanction any winter departure for the young midfielder after captain Bruno Fernandes was sidelined through injury, forcing …

Chelsea could be set to bring Aaron Anselmino back to Stamford Bridge earlier than planned, with reports from Germany suggesting the Blues are actively considering triggering a recall clause in the young defender’s loan deal. The Argentine centre-back, who is currently spending the season with Borussia Dortmund, may be called upon as Chelsea look to ease growing defensive concerns caused …

Antonio Conte and Napoli claimed their second title of the calendar year with a 2-0 victory against Bologna to claim the Supercoppa Italiana trophy on Monday night in what has been described as a dominant and deserving victory. Here is a look at what the morning papers have had to say after the latest Conte ‘masterpiece’.  A clean sheet and …

Supercoppa after the Scudetto  Dominated Bologna (2-0), a Neres brace decides it. Conte: ‘Only the winning counts’. De Laurentiis: ‘The supporters can dream’ Fullkrug in a hurry, and Nkunku could leave  The German is in Milan: On the pitch on January 2  No Perth: Milan-Como in San Siro Roma, present for Gasp, it’s done for Zirkzee The Dutchman on loan …

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has dismissed claims that Ghana Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has gone unpaid for nine months, clarifying that the government owes him only half of his salary. Reports recently suggested that the 50-year-old coach had not received his full remuneration for several months. However, speaking to Citi Sports, Adams acknowledged that …

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly weighing up a surprise move for Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush as they explore ways to strengthen their attacking options in the January transfer window. According to TEAMtalk, the North London club view the Egypt international as a versatile and technically gifted option who could add a new dimension to Thomas Frank’s squad during the second …

Liverpool are actively reassessing their January transfer plans following a serious injury setback to Alexander Isak, with preparations now underway to potentially add a new forward next month. According to respected transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Reds have already begun exploring the market and making preliminary calls as they consider how best to reinforce Arne Slot’s squad. The situation changed …

The $9 million prize Ghanas Black Stars will receive for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be deposited into the countrys newly established Sports Fund, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has confirmed. Under the expanded 48-team tournament format, every qualifying nation is set to receive a minimum of $10.5 million, comprising $9 million in prize money for …

Manchester United are preparing for a significant midfield rebuild ahead of next summer, with plans already taking shape to strengthen Ruben Amorim’s squad with two new central players. According to The Sun, the Red Devils have identified a shortlist of four midfielders as they look to reshape the engine room and better align the squad with Amorim’s tactical demands. Since …

Atalanta’s teenage centre-back Honest Ahanor has rapidly emerged as one of the most coveted young defenders in European football, following an impressive start to life in Bergamo after his summer move from Genoa. Still only 17, Ahanor has defied expectations with a level of maturity and authority that belies his age, drawing widespread admiration. Chelsea are widely regarded as one …