Viktor Gyökeres, the prolific forward from Sporting CP, has reportedly declined offers from Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United, according to recent reports from Spain. The 26-year-old Swedish international, who has attracted interest from top clubs across Europe, is expected to leave Sporting next summer, with Arsenal and Manchester United considered among the frontrunners for his signature. However, El Nacional claims that Gyökeres has turned down both clubs’ approaches, a move that has reportedly caught the attention of Barcelona president Joan Laporta. Despite Robert Lewandowski’s strong form this season, Laporta is said to be interested in potentially signing Gyökeres…
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Leicester City are reportedly considering former Manchester United interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy as a leading candidate to replace Steve Cooper. Cooper was dismissed on Sunday following a poor run of form, with the Foxes managing just two wins in 12 Premier League games, leaving them 16th in the league table. Van Nistelrooy has emerged as a strong contender due to his recent success against Leicester during his time with Manchester United and his desire to manage in the Premier League. His name has also been linked to the vacant Coventry City job, although Frank Lampard is currently seen as…
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s manager, has expressed his unwavering belief in his players despite the team enduring an unprecedented six-game losing streak. The slump comes just days after Guardiola signed a new two-year contract, with the latest setback being a heavy home defeat to Tottenham. It marked City’s worst home loss since 2003 and their first five-game losing streak since 2006. Remarkably, this is the first time in Guardiola’s managerial career he has lost five consecutive matches. City now trails Premier League leaders Liverpool by eight points, following the Reds’ 3-2 win over Southampton on Sunday. “I trust these players…
Following their 2-1 victory over Leicester City on Saturday, November 23, Chelsea solidified their third position in the league table. As November comes to an end, the Blues now prepare for a busy December filled with crucial fixtures. Here’s a look at their next three Premier League matches: Beyond these fixtures, Chelsea will also face Brentford (December 15), Everton (December 22), and Fulham (December 26) as they navigate a packed December schedule.
Chelsea currently sit third in the Premier League, just one point behind second-placed Manchester City. With City struggling for form, the Blues have a chance to overtake them. However, they remain nine points behind league leaders Liverpool and must maintain their winning streak to stay in the title race. Following Chelsea’s 2-1 victory over Leicester City, former Watford striker Troy Deeney expressed disappointment in Chelsea’s defensive frailties. Deeney believes that a lack of a reliable goalkeeper and a solid defense is the primary reason Chelsea are not genuine title contenders this season. Speaking on talkSPORT, Deeney said, “Right now, they…
With Ruben Amorim officially beginning his tenure as Manchester United’s head coach, the Old Trafford hierarchy appears committed to backing their new manager. The former Portugal international has been in charge for just over two weeks and managed his first Premier League match against Ipswich Town on Sunday. As Amorim works to lift United’s standings in the coming weeks, he is reportedly eager to strengthen his squad during the upcoming transfer windows. According to German journalist Florian Plettenberg, Manchester United are “discussing and considering” a move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who is valued at £50 million. The 24-year-old Brazilian played…
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah has hinted at a potential departure from the club next year. The 32-year-old’s current contract with the Reds runs until June 2025, but Salah has revealed that Liverpool has yet to open discussions about an extension. “I’m probably more out than in! I haven’t received any proposal,” Salah admitted. He added, “We’re almost in December, and I haven’t received any offers yet to stay at the club. I’m probably more out than in.” With no new contract talks in sight, Salah will be free to negotiate with foreign clubs starting in January.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is closely monitoring Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface. According to Plettigoal, Boniface is among the strikers on United’s shortlist for next summer’s transfer window. Amorim is planning a significant overhaul of his squad as he prepares for his first full season at Old Trafford. The 39-year-old is reportedly dissatisfied with his current attacking options, having left both Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee on the bench during his debut match against Ipswich. While Marcus Rashford, playing as a central striker, opened the scoring in that game, his overall performance was underwhelming. Boniface, meanwhile, was instrumental in…
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has paused contract discussions as he continues to navigate ongoing fitness challenges this season. The Belgian star, whose current deal is nearing its final months, admitted uncertainty about his future at the Etihad, saying he is unsure if he will remain with the club beyond this season. De Bruyne missed a significant portion of last season following hamstring surgery but made a crucial return to help City secure their fourth consecutive Premier League title. However, his 2024-25 campaign has been marred by injuries, limiting him to just four league starts before being sidelined again.…
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior has criticized UEFA after being sidelined by an injury that will keep him out of Wednesday night’s Champions League clash against Liverpool. The LaLiga champions confirmed that Vinicius is dealing with a hamstring issue and is expected to be out of action for the next three weeks. The Brazilian has expressed frustration over the demanding fixture schedule, blaming it for his setback. Although Vinicius played a full 90 minutes in Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Leganes on Sunday, he will miss the trip to Merseyside due to “an injury to the biceps femoris in his…
Ruben Amorim admitted his Manchester United squad will need time to adapt to his new formation and playing style following their 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town on Sunday. The Red Devils took an early lead at Portman Road through Marcus Rashford, sparking optimism among the traveling fans eager to embrace the Amorim era. However, a second-half equalizer from Omari Hutchinson denied United all three points, leaving the new manager with mixed emotions after his debut. Amorim, initially reserved in his post-match comments, later shared his thoughts on the performance. “It was really hard for them [the players] to adapt,” he…
Leicester City Sack Steve Cooper After Just 12 Premier League Games Leicester City have dismissed manager Steve Cooper following a disappointing start to the Premier League season, lasting just five months in the role. Cooper was appointed in June after Enzo Maresca, who guided Leicester to Championship glory, departed to manage Chelsea. However, the former Nottingham Forest boss failed to win over the fanbase or deliver consistent results. The Foxes have struggled for form, with only two wins from their opening 12 league games. A brief resurgence with back-to-back victories over Bournemouth and Southampton was undone by three defeats in…
Impressive Ipswich Hold Manchester United to 1-1 Draw in Ruben Amorim’s Debut Ipswich Town delivered a spirited performance to spoil Ruben Amorim’s debut as Manchester United manager, securing a well-earned 1-1 draw on Sunday afternoon. Despite a bright start from the visitors, Ipswich grew into the game, pegging United back with a determined display. Marcus Rashford opened the scoring within the first two minutes, finishing off a slick team move orchestrated by Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo, who was deployed as a right wing-back in Amorim’s new tactical system. However, that early brilliance proved to be the highlight for United,…
Al-Hilal forward Neymar has responded to Manchester City midfielder Rodri after the Spaniard’s recent comments about Vinicius Junior. Rodri, who won the 2024 Ballon d’Or last month, had suggested that Vinicius could improve by paying more attention on the pitch. The Spain international said, “Vinicius is an intelligent guy, and over time, he’ll realize that the more he focuses on the game, the better he’ll become. He’s young, and people at Madrid will give him good advice, especially given the club’s values.” However, Neymar, a fellow Brazilian, fired back at Rodri’s remarks, calling him a “talker” in a post on…
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti opted for a tactical shake-up in Sunday’s 3-0 win against Leganes, moving Kylian Mbappe to his favored left-wing position while deploying Vinicius Junior as a makeshift center-forward. The switch paid off, with both players playing pivotal roles in a dominant display. Mbappe, who joined Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, has struggled to adapt to a central role, managing eight goals in his first 16 appearances. Left out of the France squad for the November internationals despite being fit, the forward appeared rejuvenated in his familiar wide position, opening the scoring just before halftime…
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca revealed he is urging Enzo Fernandez to make more attacking runs into the opposition penalty area to increase his goal-scoring impact. The Argentine midfielder played a pivotal role in Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Leicester City in challenging conditions, providing the assist for Nicolas Jackson’s 15th-minute opener and securing the win with a late goal in the second half. Fernandez, who has faced competition for a starting spot this season from Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, delivered a man-of-the-match performance to strengthen his case for regular inclusion. His goal marked his first in 16 appearances this…
The Premier League has officially announced the schedule for the 2025-2026 season, which will kick off on Saturday, August 16, 2025, and conclude on Sunday, May 24, 2026. In a landmark move aimed at improving player wellbeing, the league has overhauled the congested holiday fixture schedule. For the first time, no two match rounds will be scheduled within 60 hours of each other during the holiday period, providing players with much-needed recovery time. Additionally, there will be no matches on Christmas Eve in 2025, a decision welcomed by both players and fans alike. The Premier League highlighted these changes in…
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has expressed frustration with his team’s performance following their 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo on Saturday. Despite holding a two-goal lead for most of the match, Barca dropped points after conceding twice in the final 10 minutes. Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski had given Barcelona a comfortable advantage before Alfonso Gonzalez pulled one back in the 84th minute. Just two minutes later, Hugo Alvarez leveled the score. “We played poorly, not just in the final 10 minutes,” Flick said after the match. “I wasn’t happy with the overall performance. We made too many mistakes and failed to…
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has expressed his frustration with journalists from four countries who failed to vote for Vinicius Junior in the 2024 Ballon d’Or voting. Rodri was awarded this year’s prestigious prize, ahead of Vinicius, at the October ceremony in Paris, sparking widespread debate and controversy in the football world. Perez has now called out the journalists from Namibia, Uganda, Albania, and Finland, who did not give Vinicius a single vote. “If the journalists from Namibia, Uganda, Albania, and Finland hadn’t voted, Vinicius would have won the Ballon d’Or,” Perez said. “These countries didn’t give Vinicius a single…
Pep Guardiola has warned that Manchester City could be effectively out of the Premier League title race if they lose to Liverpool at Anfield next weekend. City suffered their fifth consecutive defeat across all competitions and their third straight league loss with a heavy 4-0 drubbing at home to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. Guardiola’s side will face Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday before traveling to Anfield five days later. If Liverpool defeat Southampton on Sunday, they could move eight points clear of City. After the loss to Spurs, Guardiola was asked whether an 11-point gap would be too…