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Fenerbahce have reportedly made a formal proposal to Lazio for midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, while Taty Castellanos is ready to complete his €30m move to West Ham United.

Juventus start Kenan Yildiz, Francisco Conceicao and Jonathan David as they host Lecce in their first game of 2026.

La Gazzetta dello Sport claims that Barcelona are the ‘only obstacle’ standing between Inter and Joao Cancelo, although the Nerazzurri are increasingly confident of signing the Portuguese defender this month.

Niclas Fullkrug says he had a ‘perfect debut and start to the year’ at Milan: ‘I already feel at home.’

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone insists that Giacomo Raspadori’s attitude in training doesn’t suggest the Italian will leave in January, but the Colchoneros are ‘open to whatever may happen’ in the winter transfer window.

Inter coach Cristian Chivu isn’t interested in fuelling controversies with Napoli and Antonio Conte and has ‘trust’ in Stefan de Vrij and Davide Frattesi: ‘They’ll have plenty of chances to play.’

All eyes will be on Swedru on Matchday 17 as Swedru All Blacks host in-form Asante Kotoko in what could be a decisive night for head coach Ahmed Fathi.Reports around the club suggest the hierarchy are seriously considering sacking him if he fails to beat Kotoko, adding intense pressure to an already high‑stakes fixture.On the pitch, All Blacks have shown signs of resilience in recent weeks. They have won two, lost one and drawn two of their last five Ghana Premier League matches, a run that has kept them competitive but not fully safe from danger. At home, they have turned their ground into a difficult place to visit, remaining unbeaten in six matches and conceding just three goals, a record that offers Fathi some encouragement heading into this crucial clash.Kotoko arrive in ruthless form, chasing a fourth straight league victory after a 6–0 win in their previous outing, and boasting the most potent attack in the division. For Fathi, this game feels like more than just three points; it may decide his future on the Swedru All Blacks bench.

Struggling Ghana Premier League side Hohoe United have fired head coach, Tijani Abdul Rahim Bashiru after five months in-charge.The former Young Apostles coach led the newcomers into relegation zone after 17 matches- the first half of the season.Friday’s uninspiring 0-0 draw with regional rivals Heart of Lions drafted his obituary and that informed the management’s decision.He was tasked to steer the club to safety in their debut season but the results have been far from encouraging.Bashiru was previously an assistant coach at Heart of Oak and Great Olympics and was once upon a time the head coach at Young Apostles and Legon Cities.

Lennon Miller was praised by Udinese coach Kosta Runjaić despite the Bianconeri’s 1-0 loss in Como, but the Scottish midfielder insisted that his team ‘should have scored’ in the second half.

In-form Karela United travel to Abrankese for the final round of games in the first half of the season to face wobbly Nations FC.The Tamale-based club have enjoyed a strong first half, sitting comfortably in seventh position with 24 points from 16 matches.Meanwhile, Nations FC, who were contenders for the title last season have falling drastically, leading to the sacking of coach Kassim Mingle. Nations FC have accumulated only 19 points in 16 games, and are just two points above the drop zone.Ahead of Sunday's game, the host have won two and lost three of their last five matches.However, they will be boosted by the FA Cup win in midweek against Ashanti Gold 04. A game they won 3-0 at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex.Karela United have lost only one of their last five matches, winning two and drawing two.The two teams have met four times in the league, with Nations FC having a good record against Karela. The Kumasi-based club have won three of those four games. All matches ended in a 1-0 scoreline.Nations FC will miss Prince Badu who left to join Asante Kotoko in the transfer window, but can count on captain Razak Simpson and Faisal Charwetey to deliver against Karela.Malik Abubakar, Bless Ege and Eric Antwi Konadu will be heavily relied on by the visitors.    

A Lucas Da Cunha goal from the spot was all Como needed to secure a 1-0 win over Udinese and continue their unbeaten run at home.

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Walton and Hersham boss Jakub Pietrzak could not hide his enthusiasm after securing the signing of attacker Francis Amartey, describing him as exactly the kind of profile he wanted to bring into the squad.“We are excited to welcome Francis to the club. When I heard he became available, I was interested in a profile like that straight away,” Pietrzak explained, underlining how quickly the move gathered pace once the opportunity arose.For the manager, Amartey’s track record speaks for itself. “He’s someone that has a record of scoring goals in the league and has experience of playing professional football. I think he can add value to the squad so when the opportunity arose, I didn’t think twice,” he added, highlighting both the player’s end product and his experience at higher levels.Pietrzak believes Amartey’s arrival will sharpen competition in the forward line and give the Swans an extra edge in decisive moments.With Gosport Borough up next, the manager has already placed the new signing in contention, hoping his hunger and pace can lift the team as they look to build on a positive run of form.

Chelsea’s recruitment team are reportedly weighing up a huge offer worth €150m for Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Napoli remain interested in Kobbie Mainoo, but a deal with Manchester United is possible only if Noa Lang leaves.