3. Division Overview

AC Milan are reportedly monitoring Virgil van Dijk's situation at Liverpool as the veteran defender nears the end of his current contract. The Netherlands international could become one of the most high-profile free agents on the market if he fails to agree on an extension with the Premier League side.

Roberto De Zerbi has been officially recognised for his transformative impact at Tottenham Hotspur, picking up the Premier League Manager of the Month award for October. The Italian tactician oversaw a significant rise in form that has dragged the north London club away from the foot of the table.

Mauricio Pochettino could not hide his emotions during a heartfelt farewell to the United States national team, breaking down in tears just moments after being confirmed as the new Manchester United manager. The Argentine has agreed to a two-and-a-half-year deal at Old Trafford, marking a stunning return to the Premier League as the successor to Michael Carrick.

Manchester United will, Paul Parker has told GOAL, find it difficult to offload underperforming and overpaid flops that have “doddled through” for far too long. Inconsistent performances on the field have delivered more change off it at Old Trafford, with incoming head coach Mauricio Pochettino having some big decisions to make heading towards the January transfer window of 2027.