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Speculation surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo is beginning to gather momentum once again, with interest from both Europe and Major League Soccer reportedly intensifying ahead of the next transfer window. According to TEAMtalk, the 40-year-old forward’s situation at Al Nassr has sparked renewed debate over what could be the final major chapter of his illustrious career. Ronaldo was notably absent from Al …

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.

Every winter, Italian clubs scramble to try to find the players who can make a mid-season difference. Giancarlo Rinaldi gives out the grades for their efforts this year. Only a fool would try to assess the potential impact of acquisitions that have barely had a chance to play for their new employer,s but here we go again. It is worth …

Football pundit Paul Merson has claimed that he is not totally convinced with midfieder Elliot Anderson, who is being chased by Manchester United. The Red Devils will be looking for midfield reinforcements in the summer transfer window. United needed a midfielder any way but their priority has now even become more crucial after Casemiro announced that he will be leaving …

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.

Audero recounts: ‘My big scare’ The Cremonese keeper, after being hit by a firework: ‘It could have been much worse. I still feel pain. I’d like to ask that fan: ‘Why did you do it?’ Mateta deal falls through Milan drop him and must undergo surgery. Space for Nkunku (20:45) in Bologna. Toro, Ebosse too. Rugani Viola, Verona sack Zanetti …

Arsenal’s transfer strategy has been forced into an unexpected turn after an injury to one of their midfielders. The Gunners were left scrambling for cover on Deadline Day after Mikel Merino was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign, prompting internal discussions over whether to move aggressively in the market or wait until the summer. Ultimately, Arsenal opted for …

Andy Robertson’s future at Liverpool is increasingly under scrutiny, with the Scotland international now expected ‘assess his options’ when his contract expires this summer. According to Football Insider, the long-serving left-back is open to a new challenge after seeing his role at Anfield diminish over the course of the season. Robertson, 31, has been one of Liverpool’s most influential players …

Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero has delivered an honest and explosive assessment of the club’s situation following Spurs’ dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester City, speaking out after the January transfer window closed with limited reinforcements arriving in north London. The Argentine defender did not hide his disappointment, with sources close to the dressing room suggesting Romero feels Tottenham …

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched figures of the summer transfer window in 2026, with interest growing from across Europe’s elite. Despite being under contract at Chelsea until 2032, the Argentine’s future is far from straightforward, as sporting ambition, financial reality, and outside interest begin to converge. Fernández remains a central …

Former Black Stars coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor has revealed that he would actively encourage his sons to represent Ghana at the senior level if the opportunity arises. Akonnors elder son, Charles Jesaja Herrmann, 25, recently joined German lower-division side FC Bocholt, while his younger son, Charles Kwablan Herrmann, has signed with Belgian top-flight club Cercle Brugge. In an interview with …

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has set his sights on claiming both the Ghana Premier League and FA Cup titles this season.The Porcupine Warriors are currently fifth on the league table with 35 points from 21 matches, eight points adrift of leaders Medeama SC, and have struggled to find consistency in recent weeks.This weekend, Kotoko will take on …

Asante Kotoko head coach, Abdul Karim Zito, has stated that his side has no excuse not to beat Aduana FC in their MTN FA Cup clash this weekend.His remarks come after his side suffered a disappointing 3–1 defeat to Heart of Lions last Saturday in the Matchday 21 games at the Kpando Sports Stadium.After the game, the former Black Satellites trainer revealed …

Oscar Hiljemark has arrived on Italian soil, as the Elfsborg coach is ready to take over at Pisa from sacked Alberto Gilardino. Sky Sport Italia had footage of the tactician landing at the airport in Bologna, where he will now travel to Pisa by car for the final negotiations. .@PisaSC, Hiljemark è atterrato a Bologna pic.twitter.com/8uufRaxrfL — Gianluca Di Marzio …

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gave the perfect response when asked about Manchester United legend Paul Scholes criticising his team’s style. Speaking at his press conference on Monday, Arteta was asked about concerns over his tactics and how entertaining the style of football has been this season. Arsenal have had their critics, though Arteta mainly insisted that he only hears good …