New Liverpool signing Bradley Barcola has made an immediate impact on his new team-mates following his high-profile arrival from Paris Saint-Germain. Left-back Milos Kerkez praised the French forward's speed and dribbling ahead of the Reds' trip to Ipswich Town.
Virgil van Dijk is into the final year of his contract at Liverpool, meaning that free agency will be hit in the summer of 2027. Do the Reds have a succession plan in place for their defensive king? Stephen Warnock has admitted to GOAL that they might, with talented youngsters Jeremy Jacquet and Giovanni Leoni ready to fill roles of crown princes at Anfield.
Manchester United have submitted their official Premier League squad for the 2026-27 season, but Kobbie Mainoo is a glaring omission. However, there is no need for fans to panic, as his absence is simply down to league registration rules.
Jamie Carragher has warned that Liverpool duo Federico Chiesa and Wataru Endo face bleak futures at Anfield after being excluded from Andoni Iraola’s Champions League squad. The former Reds defender claimed the pair are effectively frozen out of the new manager's plans and suggested they should have been sold.
Rasmus Hojlund has not held back in his assessment of Ruben Amorim’s disastrous tenure at Manchester United, claiming that the entire squad "suffered" under the Portuguese tactician. The Danish international recently completed a permanent move to Napoli, ending a difficult spell at Old Trafford that saw the club take a significant financial hit on his initial investment.
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe reportedly acted as an unofficial consultant for Xabi Alonso during Chelsea’s frantic search for midfield reinforcements. The French forward was asked to provide a character reference for Roma's Manu Kone as the Blues prepared to sanction Enzo Fernandez's departure to Manchester City.
Tottenham Hotspur outcast Richarlison has received personal phone calls from Mohamed Salah and Fabinho urging him to complete a move to Trabzonspor. The Brazilian forward is desperately seeking an escape route after being frozen out in north London, but negotiations remain complicated ahead of Friday's transfer deadline in the Turkish Super Lig.
Gary Neville has backed defending champions Arsenal to pass their first major test of the Premier League season against Xabi Alonso's Chelsea. The Manchester United legend expects a fascinating tactical clash at the Emirates Stadium but is tipping the title holders to claim a comfortable victory.
FIFA's latest International Transfer Snapshot has revealed a record-breaking summer window for both men's and women's football following the 2026 World Cup. English clubs led the way in global spending, as over 12,500 international transfers were registered in the men's game alone, totalling a staggering $9.89 billion.
Aston Villa have received a major boost as club-record signing Johan Manzambi has returned to first-team training on Thursday following a knee injury. The Swiss international midfielder could make his debut sooner than expected, but manager Unai Emery remains determined not to rush him into action against Hull City on Saturday after two tough defeats.
Mikel Arteta is facing a selection headache ahead of Arsenal's high-stakes London derby against Chelsea this weekend. The Gunners boss saw two key first-team players absent from Thursday's preparations as the squad gear up for the Emirates clash.
Chelsea have officially announced the permanent signing of a highly-rated Brazilian youth international from Corinthians. The talented 18-year-old full-back has committed his long-term future to the Stamford Bridge club by signing a contract until 2034, strengthening their youth ranks shortly after the conclusion of a highly lucrative summer transfer window.
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has strongly questioned Chelsea's decision to sign goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez late in the summer transfer window. The vocal pundit directly disagreed with Ian Wright's recent claim that the Argentina international will elevate the Blues, citing major defensive flaws during his time at Aston Villa despite his bargain price tag.
Manchester United have confirmed the permanent departure of young forward Gabriele Biancheri to Austrian club FC Wacker Innsbruck, completing the deal after the English transfer window had already closed. The move was made possible because the deadline in Austria remains open until Thursday evening, allowing the attacker to seek a new challenge away from England.
Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo has expressed his delight at seeing Marcus Rashford return to the fold at Old Trafford following a prolonged period away from the club. The England international made his long-awaited comeback during the Red Devils' opening-day 2-0 defeat to Hull City, marking his first competitive appearance for his boyhood side in over a year.
Roberto De Zerbi has officially excluded Richarlison from Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League squad following the collapse of a transfer to Everton. Richarlison is now desperately pushing for a late move to Turkish side Trabzonspor before the transfer window closes on Friday, hoping to link up with Mohamed Salah, having publicly declared that he will dictate his own future.
Gabriel Martinelli has officially ended his seven-year association with Arsenal, completing a blockbuster £60m move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The Brazilian forward, who was a pivotal figure in the Gunners' recent Premier League title success, makes the switch after being frozen out of the first-team picture by Mikel Arteta at the start of the new campaign.
Hull City have issued an official response after new signing Robinio Vaz was targeted with 'abhorrent' racist abuse on social media immediately after his arrival. The French forward, who joined the Tigers on a season-long loan from Roma, was greeted by a wave of discriminatory comments on the club's official announcement posts.
Former Premier League official Mike Dean has sparked significant controversy after confessing that he used to play secret mini-games while refereeing top-flight matches. The retired referee admitted to deliberately avoiding blowing his whistle and trying to stay inside the centre circle for as long as possible just for a laugh. The admission has angered former players and fans alike.
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has addressed the high-profile departure of Bradley Barcola to Liverpool, admitting he could not offer the winger the specific assurances he sought regarding playing time. The French international completed a staggering £123m move to Anfield this summer, becoming a key part of the Reds' attacking rebuild.
Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage has admitted that Ismaila Sarr needs time to recover mentally and physically after seeing his dream move to Liverpool collapse. Sage insisted that the forward remains committed to Selhurst Park despite outside interest, while firmly defending the club against accusations of disrespect from the player's agent Diomansy Kamara.
Leeds United have been rocked by the news that cornerstone defender Joe Rodon is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines following a serious injury blow. The Wales international is facing at least two months out of action after limping out of the club's recent Premier League fixture against Brentford.
Gus Poyet has reacted to Chelsea’s £125 million ($169m) sale of Enzo Fernandez during an exclusive interview with GOAL. The Blues legend is concerned that a suitable replacement for the World Cup-winning Argentine was not acquired on transfer deadline day, with the Uruguayan asking - amid new roles for Reece James and Malo Gusto - whether “all right-backs” are now going to play “as centre midfielders”.
Liverpool will need a new No.1 in 2027, as long-serving goalkeeper Alisson heads towards free agency. Did they have a perfect successor to the Brazil international on their books, only to let him leave? Stephen Warnock has suggested to GOAL that may have been the case, with the former Reds defender assessing a change between the sticks that will be difficult to get right.
Rayan Cherki boasts the ability to become Manchester City’s new Kevin De Bruyne, but Bacary Sagna has explained to GOAL why his fellow countryman is more of a Santi Cazorla clone. Ex-France international defender Sagna worked alongside a Spanish schemer at Arsenal and with a Belgian magician during his time at the Etihad Stadium.
Jamie Carragher has fiercely criticised Milos Kerkez following Liverpool's sluggish start to the Premier League season, bizarrely labelling the left-back as the 'Darwin Nunez of full-backs'. The former Reds defender also questioned the Hungarian's footballing intelligence.
Alexander Isak has become a “huge problem” for Liverpool, former Reds star Stephen Warnock has told GOAL, with the £125 million ($169m) striker “not at the races” and looking disinterested. The most expensive player in British football has failed to make the desired impact at Anfield, with it being suggested that he is struggling to handle the “weight” of an iconic shirt.
Bosnia and Herzegovina legend Edin Dzeko has officially confirmed his intention to retire from international football, bringing the curtain down on a historic career. The Schalke forward, who has remained a talismanic figure for his country well into his veteran years, will bow out following a final appearance next month.
