Analysis

There has been clamour for a new No.9 at the Emirates, but a central midfielder is equally important to keep their dwindling title challenge alive

Twenty-four teams will battle to be crowned African champions, and individual brilliance could be the difference between glory and pain

A series of high-profile errors have put the goalkeeper in the spotlight at Nottingham Forest, but the American star can play his way out of it

The Belgian has been missing all season, but he is back now and ready to add rocket fuel to City's hopes of winning yet more silverware

The midfield dynamo simply can't stay fit — and Xavi might have to confront a future without him if things don't change

The Red Dragons have had plenty to celebrate over the past few months as they look for back-to-back jumps up the pyramid

The teenage forward was signed up by adidas at the age of 10 and is now being touted as a potential superstar in Turin

One of the hottest names on the transfer market in 2020 simply has to shine at Spurs if he is to earn a Germany recall for Euro 2024

From USWNT stars to World Cup winners, GOAL takes a look at every player to be first off the board...

The Portuguese was tipped for great things after moving to Anfield in 2022, but he's set to spend the rest of the season in the Championship

The Blues' boss will hope to go out on a high before taking over the USWNT, but those ambitions have hit a serious setback with the striker's injury

United hoped the £74m winger would be a transformative signing, but his spell at Old Trafford has been a dismal affair for everyone involved

It was far from a merry Christmas at St. James' Park, but the ex-Bournemouth boss has done enough in his tenure to command more time

The Gunners are faltering badly in front of goal, and something needs to change if they are to challenge for trophies in 2024

The former Red Devils attacker has been without a club for six months, and might be risking his career longevity by holding out for the perfect move

The 24-year-old was ahead of Mary Earps in England's goalkeeper pecking order at one point, but hasn't even played a game this season

The INEOS director transformed British cycling by focusing on the small details, but the floundering Red Devils need a radical overhaul

The tournament won't be as disruptive as the Africa Cup of Nations, but several teams are set to lose key players to the tournament in Qatar

The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations is set to disrupt the European season, with some Premier League clubs set to be severely affected

The midfielder has swelled his medal collection but has barely featured for the team in a miserable 18 months at the Etihad Stadium

The England midfielder made the most of some valuable down time before what is likely to be a hectic 2024

Barcelona, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Man City, Man Utd, Real Madrid and Juventus are among the clubs to have big stars who could leave for free

No Premier League player has scored more goals this season or racked up more assists than the Egyptian, who is now off to the Ivory Coast

United fans have evangelised about the British billionaire's minority takeover, but their fortunes in the transfer market may not be about to change

The 20-year-old defender has just arrived at the Parc des Princes after a breakout season in Brazil's top flight

The forward is rebuilding his career in Spain and has attracted plenty of interest from top clubs - but can he make a permanent move?

The Red Devils badly need to strengthen their squad after a harrowing first half of the season - but who should they look to recruit?

The Manchester-born tycoon will be taking control of the Red Devils' football operation after sealing his 25% stake and he has plenty to sort out

The Dutchman has lost 13 matches already in 2023-24 but is still clinging onto his job in the Old Trafford dugout