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Max Kilman has been linked with a move away from West Ham United in recent weeks.

Roma are reportedly exploring the possibility of a sensational reunion with Mohamed Salah as uncertainty grows around the Egyptian’s future at Liverpool.

Thirty-one players have been invited to the Black Princesses camp as preparations intensify for Ghana’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa.The squad will assemble at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram to continue training ahead of the third-round qualifying tie scheduled for February 2026. Ghana earned their place at this stage after a dominant 4-0 aggregate victory over Tunisia in the previous round.As part of the build-up, Ghana will host South Africa in the first leg in early February before travelling south for the return fixture later in the month.The latest call-up includes two foreign-based players, with Stanford University defender Alexandra Tay and Auburn University’s Jenna Kayla Sarpong both selected to join the camp.All invited players are expected to report to Prampram on Friday, January 2, 2026, as the technical team begins final preparations for what is expected to be a demanding qualifying encounter.

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed the broadcast selections for Matchday 17 of the Premier League, with two fixtures scheduled to be shown live across multiple platforms in early January 2026.According to the GFA, the selected matches will be aired live on TV3 and Onua TV, the league’s official broadcast partners. Fans will also have the option to stream the games on the Adesa+ platform.The first televised fixture will take place on Friday, January 2, when Hohoe United FC host Heart of Lions at the Hohoe Stadium. Kick-off is set for 15:30.The second live match is scheduled for Sunday, January 3, with Medeama SC welcoming Hearts of Oak to the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa. That encounter will also kick off at 15:30.The broadcast arrangements are expected to give fans wider access to key fixtures as the league reaches a crucial stage of the season.

Berekum Chelsea will host Young Apostles in an all-Ghana Premier League clash in the MTN FA Cup Round of 32 at the Golden City Park on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.The New Year’s Eve encounter sees both sides aiming for a place in the Round of 16 after successfully navigating the previous stage. Berekum Chelsea reached this round with a 2-1 win over Zone One B leaders Debibi United, while Young Apostles progressed after defeating Dormaa Unity in the Round of 64.In the league, Berekum Chelsea sit 14th with 18 points, three points behind Young Apostles, who occupy ninth place after 16 matches. With little separating the two sides, a closely contested match is expected.Elsewhere, FC Samartex 1996 will face third-tier side Debiso Soccer Lions at the Nsenkyire Arena in Samreboi, following their 2-0 victory over Sekondi Eleven Wise in the previous round.Former champions Dreams FC continue their Cup campaign after edging Semper FI 2-1, while Nations FC are set to battle FC AshantiGold ’04 at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex.Earlier, Attram De Visser advanced to the Round of 16 after beating Port City 4-2 on penalties following a goalless draw.

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. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Leeds United are fighting for survival in the Premier League, and they need to improve the team.

Juventus have decided to block Mattia Perin’s proposed move to Genoa, turning down an approach from the Ligurian club in recent hours.

Chelsea’s hierarchy are understood to be reassessing Enzo Maresca’s position at Stamford Bridge, with reports suggesting that the club’s owners, Clearlake Capital, have already opened lines of communication with a potential successor who is currently managing another club.

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott is expected to return to the club during the January transfer window.

Milan directors will reportedly meet Mike Maignan’s entourage after their next game against Cagliari on January 2, as the Rossoneri still hope to extend with the French goalkeeper despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.

Milan’s January planning continues to prioritise defensive reinforcements, with the club searching for a centre-back capable of providing immediate cover for Massimiliano Allegri’s first-choice trio.

Napoli have suffered another setback in their attempts to reintegrate Romelu Lukaku, with the striker still not ready to return to action after a lengthy and frustrating injury layoff.

Luka Modric has revealed that his connection with Milan runs far deeper than his current chapter in red and black, admitting he grew up supporting the club thanks to his childhood idol, Zvonimir Boban.

Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke.