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Chief Executive of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Richard Ofori Agyemang, widely known as King Zuba has called on Asante Kotoko to employ the services of an expatriate coach amid Karim Zito’s inconsistent performance.Agyemang in an interview with Kumasi-based Akoma FM expressed his displeasure about the performance of Zito, urging the hierarchy of the Porcupine Warriors to appoint an experienced …

Fabio Cannavaro has explained how close he was to becoming the successor to Luciano Spalletti as head coach of the Italy national team, and has revealed which other nation he came close to taking over before taking on his current role with Uzbekistan.  The 2006 World Cup winner, who was appointed as head coach of Uzbekistan in October,  has given …

AS Roma are exploring the possibility of signing Tottenham Hotspur forward Mathys Tel as part of their January plans to reinforce their attacking options, according to a report from Calciomercato. The Italian club, under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, are keen to bolster their frontline amid growing uncertainty surrounding their current striking depth and long-term planning. The 20-year-old French …

Tuesday’s reports claim that Milan are still ‘dreaming’ of a move for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee in the January transfer window, despite the path being clear for them to pick up Niclas Fullkrug from West Ham.  The Rossoneri are aiming to add to their attacking department in January. Massimiliano Allegri typically deploys a 3-5-2 system in San Siro, and …

Jamie Carragher has added fresh fuel to the growing uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool, admitting he struggles to see the Egyptian superstar still wearing red next season. Speaking candidly during a wide-ranging discussion on Liverpool’s current situation, the former Reds defender suggested that the coming months could define not only Salah’s legacy at Anfield, but also the club’s …

The January transfer window is fast approaching, but reports in Italy claim that Juventus are already looking ahead to the summer, when they could make a move for RB Leipzig midfielder Xaver Schlager.  According to reports from Gianluca Di Marzio, Schlager is of interest to the Bianconeri given that his contract is set to expire in June and could be …

Newcastle United have been dealt a devastating injury setback after defender Dan Burn was diagnosed with a punctured lung and a broken rib, ruling him out of action for up to six weeks, according to Daily Mail. The injury leaves Eddie Howe’s side severely short of defensive options, with only four senior defenders currently fit and available. The incident occurred …

Romelu Lukaku is back in training with Napoli and could be poised to make his return to competitive action in the Supercoppa Italiana in Saudi Arabia later this week according to reports on Tuesday morning.  The Belgium international has missed 124 days of action after picking up a high-grade tear in his thigh during a pre-season friendly against Olympiacos on …

Napoli are preparing to open fresh talks with the representatives of Kobbie Mainoo as they step up their pursuit of the Manchester United midfielder, according to transfer expert Nicolo Schira. The 20-year-old England international has found regular first-team minutes hard to come by this season under manager Rúben Amorim, prompting speculation about a potential move away from Old Trafford during …

Barella and Lautaro have given the Nerazzurri squad a boost after taking the lead in Serie A First semi-final in Riyadh on Thursday Milan: The no.9 puzzle  Leao is a big doubt, heading towards Nkunku-Pulisic. Gimenez could have an operation  Napoli, Lobotka changes you  The regista returns as a starter and Conte also brings Lukaku to Arabia There’s also Roma …

Chelsea’s long-standing reputation for developing elite young talent is once again under the spotlight, with Tyrique George emerging as a player who could leave the club in January. The highly rated 19-year-old winger is understood to be increasingly frustrated by his lack of first-team opportunities at Stamford Bridge and is now actively pushing for a permanent move away in order …

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a January swoop for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, as the club looks to outmaneuver Liverpool and Manchester City in the race for one of the Premier League’s most dynamic wide forwards. According to TEAMtalk, Man United have been monitoring the 25-year-old Ghanaian for months and are now seriously considering making a move, even though …

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and 2nd Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has held high-level discussions with the leadership of the United States Chamber of Commerce as part of Ghanas ongoing preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The engagement took place in Washington, D.C., where President Simeon-Okraku met …

Speculation surrounding Ruben Amorim’s future at Manchester United has intensified dramatically following another chaotic and disappointing performance, with senior figures at the club reportedly growing increasingly frustrated with the team’s lack of structure and tactical identity. According to a trusted source on X, there is a growing belief inside Old Trafford that Amorim’s approach is failing to translate at the …

The debate surrounding Kobbie Mainoo’s reduced role at Manchester United has intensified after a highly visible protest from within the midfielder’s own family, shining a fresh spotlight on Ruben Amorim’s handling of one of England’s brightest young talents. Mainoo, widely regarded as one of United’s most exciting academy graduates in recent years, has found himself increasingly sidelined this season. Despite …