Marcus Rashford is facing an uncertain summer after returning to Manchester United following a loan spell in La Liga. While the forward has been linked with several European giants, a specific contract clause has now come to light that could dictate his next destination.
Jose Mourinho has set his sights on Borussia Dortmund’s midfield engine Felix Nmecha as he looks to reconstruct the Real Madrid engine room. The Portuguese tactician is reportedly a huge admirer of the German international, though he faces a significant battle to secure his signature.
Josko Gvardiol has reportedly reached an agreement with Manchester City over a lucrative new contract that will extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium until 2031. The versatile Croatian international has decided to commit his long-term future to the Premier League champions, effectively ending a period of intense speculation regarding his career.
Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes have been generating plenty of transfer speculation at Newcastle, with Magpies legend Chris Waddle - during an exclusive interview with GOAL - urging the midfield duo to be “man enough” to state their future intentions in public. The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Manchester City are said to be sniffing around a couple of proven Premier League performers.
Barcelona love an entertaining playmaker - having seen Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi grace their books - and Frank Leboeuf has told GOAL that Rayan Cherki could go on to forge an “insane” attack alongside Lamine Yamal at Camp Nou. The French midfielder is currently starring for Manchester City, but a future switch to La Liga cannot be ruled out.
Tottenham full-back Pedro Porro has signed a new contract ahead of the 2026-27 season, ending any hopes of a summer transfer for reported suitors Manchester City and Real Madrid. The Spaniard, who initially joined the club from Sporting CP in January 2023, has committed his future to Spurs through to 2031.
Pep Guardiola is out of work, after leaving Manchester City, but should his sudden availability concern England boss Thomas Tuchel - a man under pressure to deliver at the 2026 World Cup? Former Three Lions star Michael Owen has given two reasons to GOAL why a German tactician filling the most demanding of roles should not fret about the shadow cast by a highly-decorated Catalan coach.
Manchester City icon Yaya Toure has officially stepped into his first senior management role after being named the new head coach of Slovakian giants Slovan Bratislava. The legendary Ivorian midfielder has put pen to paper on a three-year contract as he looks to transition from high-profile assistant roles to being the main man in the dugout.
The Premier League has announced a comprehensive suite of mandatory law changes and officiating guidelines ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Developed in tandem with PGMOL and informed by an extensive annual football survey, the updates heavily target time-wasting tactics while refining the threshold for video assistant referee interventions.
Newcastle United have revived their interest in Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford as part of an aggressive overhaul of Eddie Howe's goalkeeping options. The Magpies had missed out on the England international last summer, but his limited game time at the Etihad Stadium has now reopened the door for a potential switch.
Manchester City have been warned that they will find it “hard” to keep Rodri if Real Madrid come calling, with Peter Reid telling GOAL why more prominent figures are likely to follow Pep Guardiola out of the Etihad Stadium. A summer of change is on the cards, with it possible that a Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder will form part of what could become an elaborate refresh.
Rayan Cherki has been earning plenty of plaudits at Manchester City, with Frank Leboeuf telling GOAL why the mercurial playmaker deserves to be compared with Zinedine Zidane - the GOAT of French football. That is some billing, but two magical midfielders are considered to share a number of traits - including on-field skill sets and off-pitch ticket-selling qualities.
England boss Thomas Tuchel has urged Elliot Anderson to "stay humble" as the Nottingham Forest star continues to be linked with a British record move to Manchester City. The 23-year-old is expected to be a cornerstone of the Three Lions' midfield when they begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia next week, and Tuchel doesn't want him to be distracted by transfer noise.
Real Madrid have reportedly surged to the front of the queue for Bernardo Silva ahead of Barcelona and Atletico Madrid after submitting a formal contract proposal to the departing Manchester City star. Jose Mourinho is said to be "pushing" for the signing of the Portuguese playmaker as he prepares to return to the Bernabeu as head coach.
Incoming Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has dramatically altered the race for Bernardo Silva, making the high-profile free agent his primary summer target. The Portuguese midfielder has reportedly halted advanced talks with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid following direct assurances from his compatriot, completely shifting the landscape of La Liga's transfer window.
Toby Alderweireld has told GOAL why Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku is “pure football”, with the tricky forward considered to be a “dangerous” operator that can illuminate the 2026 World Cup with Belgium. Fans across the globe are looking for creative performers of that ilk to get them off their seats as the best players on the planet descend on North America and prepare to compete for ultimate glory.
Manchester City have seen a staggering £106 million bid for midfield star Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest. The Manchester giants are pushing hard to secure the 23-year-old, but the Tricky Trees are holding out for a fee that would shatter the British transfer record.
Former Spain manager Javier Clemente has humorously taken credit for the incredible successes of Pep Guardiola, Luis Enrique and Luis de la Fuente. Following a dominant season for Spanish coaches across Europe, the veteran boss explained the unique and amusing lessons he imparted on the trio during their playing days under him, while labelling them as the very best.
Josko Gvardiol is reportedly set to commit his long-term future to Manchester City, dealing a significant blow to Bayern Munich's summer transfer plans. Despite firm interest from the Bavarian giants, the Croatian international is leaning towards extending his stay at the Etihad Stadium as the club prepares for life under new management.
Everton have been ordered to pay Burnley nearly £40 million in a landmark compensation ruling that could reshape how financial breaches are handled in English football. The payout follows a protected legal battle regarding the Toffees' breach of Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) during the 2021-22 season.
Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro has urged the club to target Manchester City winger Savinho to rebuild their squad. After Roberto De Zerbi orchestrated a miraculous Premier League survival, the ex-Spurs star identified the attack, wings, and central defence as the three key areas the Italian head coach must strengthen in the summer window.
Manchester United remain determined to sign Elliot Anderson despite Manchester City being viewed as favourites for the Nottingham Forest midfielder. Forest have already rejected an £80 million bid, with the 23-year-old valued at around £100m. The Red Devils believe they can still convince the England international to choose Old Trafford.
Newcastle are reportedly prepared to sanction the sale of Sandro Tonali this summer as they look to proactively manage their squad value and avoid the complications that surrounded Alexander Isak's future. The Italian midfielder has become the subject of intense interest from the Premier League's elite, sparking what could become one of the biggest transfer sagas of the upcoming window.
Nottingham Forest have slapped a staggering price tag on Elliot Anderson as Manchester City look to rebuild their midfield following the departure of Pep Guardiola. While the former Newcastle man has emerged as a top priority for the Etihad hierarchy, questions are being asked about whether any club will realistically match the current demands.
Manchester City star Rayan Cherki is being tipped to reach the world-class levels of Kevin De Bruyne after successfully navigating the intense demands of life under Pep Guardiola. Former City defender Gael Clichy believes the Frenchman has endured the ultimate learning curve at the Etihad Stadium to become a complete playmaker.
Rayan Cherki is rapidly becoming the talk of the France national team, with one international team-mate left stunned by his technical ability. The Manchester City playmaker has transitioned seamlessly to the elite level, drawing high praise from those playing alongside him for Les Bleus.
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