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James McAtee has endured a tough time at Nottingham Forest following his £30 million ($40m) transfer from Manchester City, with the 23-year-old playmaker prompting a “difficult conversation”. Former Reds striker Marlon Harewood has told GOAL why struggles for a spark at the City Ground are difficult to understand, with McAtee clearly a talented individual.

The future remains uncertain: Pep Guardiola is expected to decide soon on his future at Manchester City – and is taking a special step ahead of that.

One Direction heart-throb Niall Horan has admitted that despite his global fame, he is still too intimidated to approach Manchester United icon Roy Keane. The singer described meeting the legendary midfielder as his "next Everest."

Manchester United are moving closer to a monumental infrastructure shift as the club prepares to submit planning applications for a new world-class stadium. The ambitious project, spearheaded by INEOS, aims to transform the Trafford area into a premier sporting destination.

James Milner appreciates that, at 40 years of age, he will soon be faced with a “really tough” decision regarding retirement. The former Manchester City and Liverpool midfielder is still going strong at Brighton, having become the Premier League’s all-time leading appearance maker, but has told GOAL of the big career calls that must be made in the not too distant future.

It seems that Jadon Sancho would have to turn down a substantial sum of money to return to BVB.

Manchester United legends Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick were in the stands at Old Trafford to witness the Under-18s edge past Sunderland in a five-goal thriller. While all eyes were on the stars of tomorrow, one rising talent stole the spotlight to secure a semi-final spot.

In a night of pure attacking brilliance, Barcelona crushed Newcastle 7-2. Lamine Yamal’s magic and Raphinha’s clinical finishing were the engines behind the rout—here’s the tactical deep dive into why Newcastle simply couldn’t cope.

Everton have been advised on how supposed interest from the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal in “one-off talent” Iliman Ndiaye can be fended off. Ex-Toffees striker Andy Gray is a big fan of the Senegal international and can see why he is “attracting a lot of attention”. The Scot has told GOAL what could happen in the summer transfer window of 2026.

Back in the 1970s and 80s, Brian Clough prided himself on upsetting the establishment. In more recent times, Jose Mourinho has taken on the role of managerial disrupter in chief. What would have happened had a couple of European Cup-winning coaches locked horns at the peak of their powers? Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley has explained to GOAL why there would “only be one winner”.

Michael Carrick instantly solved one of Manchester United's biggest problems from the Ruben Amorim era by simply playing Luke Shaw and Diogo Dalot in their natural positions. The full-backs have started all nine games under the former Red Devils midfielder, playing their part in the coach's astonishing run of seven victories, one draw and one defeat thus far.

Jurgen Klopp returning to Liverpool would be a fairytale story for all concerned, but Emile Heskey has explained to GOAL why the enigmatic German tactician will not want to “risk his legacy” on Merseyside. Change in the Anfield dugout is being mooted as Arne Slot struggles to deliver consistency, with it being suggested that a familiar face could be lured back to a spiritual home.

Manchester United are planning for life after Casemiro, who is set to depart Old Trafford on a free transfer at the end of season. The club have identified Wolves' Andre as the primary target to replace him, following strong recommendations from the veteran midfielder himself and captain Bruno Fernandes.

Michail Antonio has opened up about his bitter departure from West Ham, expressing deep frustration at how his decade-long spell concluded. The 35-year-old striker, who survived a life-threatening car crash in December 2024, expected a chance to prove his fitness following his recovery. Instead, he was released and has now started a fresh chapter in Qatar with Al-Sailiya.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has expressed a strong desire to see Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo handed England recalls when Thomas Tuchel reveals his latest squad selections. The German tactician, who succeeded Gareth Southgate, has yet to select a single player from Old Trafford since taking charge at the start of last year.

The race for Europe's next major attacking talent is rapidly heating up, as London rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea prepare to go head-to-head for the signature of Fisnik Asllani. The 23-year-old forward has enjoyed a truly meteoric rise in the Bundesliga this season, transforming from a mere fringe player into a domestic standout in just a matter of months.

Leicester City icon Kasper Schmeichel has opened up on the devastating reality of a shoulder injury that could signal the end of his professional playing days. The 39-year-old Celtic goalkeeper is facing a gruelling year on the sidelines after receiving a medical diagnosis that he described as a massive body blow.