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Ghanaian forward Yaw Yeboah has been placed on administrative leave by Major League Soccer (MLS) following alleged breaches of league regulations.The Los Angeles FC winger, along with Columbus Crew midfielder Derrick Jones, has been suspended from all team activities and matchday involvement pending the outcome of an ongoing league investigation.In an official statement, MLS confirmed the decision, noting that the suspension is a precautionary measure as the league reviews potential violations."Major League Soccer has placed Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) midfielder Yaw Yeboah and Columbus Crew midfielder Derrick Jones on administrative leave pending league review of potential violations of MLS league rules," the statement read."Both players will be prohibited from participating in team activities and competition during the respective reviews."Yeboah joined Los Angeles FC in January 2025 on a two-year deal after leaving Columbus Crew.The 27-year-old has since become an influential figure for the California-based side, delivering consistent performances and crucial goals.Although MLS has not disclosed details of the alleged breaches, the league stated that both players will remain sidelined until the investigations are concluded.

Man City and Tottenham have competed closely on the pitch in recent seasons, and they are set to do so on the transfer front in 2026. Both clubs want to add defensive reinforcements to their squad, and they have set their sights on a particular target: Ezri Konsa.

Newcastle are thinking about signings that could be made in 2026, and the January transfer window presents a good opportunity. Alexander Isak’s British transfer record move to Liverpool means that there should be PSR space for additions to be sought, and one area that may be addressed is midfield.

Napoli head coach Antonio Conte and Inter striker Lautaro Martinez exchanged insults during the meeting of their two sides in Serie A on Saturday evening, but this was not the first time the former colleagues have clashed on the pitch. 

Aston Villa had a difficult start to the season, but things have been looking up for Unai Emery’s side in recent weeks. They have won three in a row in the Premier League, and they will hope to make it four when Man City head to Villa Park on Sunday afternoon.

Harvey Elliott’s move to Aston Villa on loan from Liverpool has so far failed to spark the transformation many expected.

Man United may add to their squad in January, but it appears very likely that there will be one or two players that leave Old Trafford. Specifically, it is being increasingly taken for granted that Joshua Zirkzee will depart, having been barely counted on since the start of the season.

Pressure is already mounting on Nuno Espírito Santo at West Ham United, with the Portuguese manager enduring a tough start to life at the London Stadium.

Marco Baroni and Patrick Vieira have made just one change each ahead of the meeting of Torino and Genoa in Serie A on Sunday afternoon. 

Leeds have made a respectable start to their Premier League return, as they seek to avoid immediate relegation to the Championship. And they intend to strength their chances of survival by making additions to Daniel Farke’s squad when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Juventus have been taking positive steps forwards in their attempts to hand a new contract extension to star attacker Kenan Yildiz, who has been subject of interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs over the last few weeks, including Real Madrid. 

Fabio Capello has had his say on Inter after their 3-1 defeat at the hands of reigning champions Napoli in Serie A on Saturday evening, and while he admits that Kevin De Bruyne’s penalty was ‘non-existent’, he feels that the Nerazzurri can only look at themselves. 

The name of Scott McTominay continues to spark intrigue across Europe, as the former Manchester United midfielder is reportedly being tipped for a shock Premier League return.

Sunderland secured a memorable victory over Chelsea on Saturday, as goals from Wilson Isidor and Chemsdine Talbi ensured a 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge. However, questions are now being asked about whether their stoppage time winner should have been allowed to stand.

Napoli: 3-1 and first place, Inter furious