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Reports in Italy claim that Juventus have opened discussions over a potential return for last season’s loanee Randal Kolo Muani after learning that a deal for Youssef En-Nesyri is looking unlikely.  The Bianconeri have been on the hunt for a new centre-forward in January, and had been close to securing a deal for Fenerbahce’s En-Nesyri, but that deal has since …

Liverpool have officially confirmed they have agreed a deal in principle to sign the highly-rated Ifeanyi Ndukwe from Austria Vienna. The move, which remains subject to international clearance, marks another strategic signing for the Reds as they continue to prioritise the recruitment of elite young talent from across the continent. The club announced that the defender will remain in Austria …

Soccer Football – UEFA Champions League – Chelsea v Pafos – Stamford Bridge, London, Britain – January 21, 2026 Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior applauds fans after the match REUTERS/Ian Walton Chelsea are interested in Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae. The Blues are known to be in the market for defenders, and are understood to be in talks with Lille for …

Medeama Sporting Club continued their enviable form in the Ghana Premier League over the weekend, beating Karela United 3-1 at home to maintain their place at the summit of the league standings. The result on Sunday at the TnA Stadium means the Yellow and Mauves are now unbeaten in the last 17 league matches, a form unmatched by any other …

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Adriano. (Action Images/Daniele La Monaca) Bournemouth have agreed personal terms with Vasco da Gama striker Rayan ahead of a proposed €28.5million (£24.7m) move, which includes potential add-ons, according to The Athletic. The 19-year-old is expected to arrive in England on Sunday for a medical and, if all goes smoothly, will sign a five-and-a-half-year deal with the Cherries. Rayan made history …

Ghanaian youngster Prince Amoako Jr scored for FC Nordsjaelland in their friendly against MLS side Philadelphia Union. The Danish side and Philadelphia Union are in Marbella, Spain, preparing for their respective leagues.In the friendly played in three 45 minutes, with three teams from each side, saw the Superliga side win 2-1, with Amoako Jr converting the winner.Amoako Jr started for Nordsjaelland, …

Marc Guehi. (Reuters/Matthew Childs) Crystal Palace have endured a harsh turnaround this season. After last term’s FA Cup triumph, a Charity Shield victory, and a first-ever foray into European competition, the Eagles have seen their squad decimated. Summer departures included Eberechi Eze to Arsenal, while Marc Guehi left for Manchester City this month. Now, with Jean-Philippe Mateta also looking to …

Serie A strugglers Hellas Verona will have to come up with a replacement for Giovane when Udinese visit on Monday night, after the Brazilian was sold to Napoli in a permanent deal over the weekend.  Verona have only won two league matches all season, and have not tasted victory since December 14 ahead of kick-off. A victory will not be …

West Ham United finally had a glimmer of hope in their relegation battle on Saturday afternoon, when they beat Sunderland 3-1 in the Premier League. The Hammers have struggled to establish themselves throughout the season, and Nuno Espírito Santo faces a significant challenge to keep the club above water in what is shaping up to be a very difficult fight …

Ghanaian defender Maxwell Woledzi has shared why football remains an important tool in unifying people from all walks of life. The 24-year-old moved to Nashville SC in the winter transfer window from Norwegian club Fredrikstad.Woledzi met his new teammates a couple of weeks ago after travelling to the US to begin pre-season ahead of the 2026 MLS campaign.In his first interview …

Liverpool remain winless in the Premier League this year so far, as worry continues to grow on and off the pitch. The Reds suffered their seventh league defeat on Saturday evening, when Bournemouth won 3-2 in the final seconds of the game at the Vitality Stadium. Following Manchester United’s victory over Arsenal, Liverpool have now fallen to sixth in the …

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior. (REUTERS/Hannah Mckay) Chelsea’s impressive start under Liam Rosenior continued at the weekend with a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, courtesy of goals from Estevão, João Pero, and a penalty from Enzo Fernández. The victory marked Rosenior’s fourth win in five games in charge, adding to successes over Charlton in the FA Cup, Brentford …

Liverpool are reportedly making significant strides in their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s midfield sensation Adam Wharton, as Arne Slot looks to secure a long-term anchor for the Reds’ engine room. The 21-year-old England international has emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in European football, and Anfield now appears to be his most likely destination. The move would …

Inter have officially completed their first piece of business of the January transfer window with their signing of Leon Jakirovic on a permanent transfer from Dinamo Zagreb.  The 18-year-old centre-back has joined Inter on a long-term contract, reportedly until the summer of 2021. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Nerazzurri have paid a fee of €2.5m and could pay a further …