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Martinez receives surprise support for Chelsea transfer from France legend

Former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has backed Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez to join the Blues this summer, claiming the Argentine could be an "inspiration" in their dressing room. Martinez appeared to bid a tearful goodbye to Aston Villa fans after their final home game of the 2024-25 campaign against Tottenham in May, though he has yet to publicly confirm he wants to leave the club.

Roebuck signs for Aston Villa on free transfer after Barca exit

England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck has returned to the Women's Super League after just one year as she signed for Aston Villa on Tuesday. Roebuck left Manchester City to join Barcelona on a two-year deal last summer but she is now back in her homeland after mutually terminating her contract with the Catalan giants. Roebuck has signed a two-year deal with the Villans.

Martinez a 'massive improvement' on Onana - but Man Utd sent personality warning

Manchester United have been told Aston Villa's Emi Martinez would be a "massive improvement" on Andre Onana, even if he isn't the "perfect person".

Man Utd must move for Martinez as their new No.1

The Argentine relishes intimidating his opponents, and his imposing character would restore a winning mentality at Old Trafford

Man Utd see Martinez as a 'huge upgrade' on Onana

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown has claimed that the Red Devils consider Emiliano Martinez to be a major upgrade on Andre Onana. United are reportedly planning to offload Onana for a cut-price deal as they prioritise the signing of Martinez from Aston Villa. The Villans are ready to part ways with the World Cup-winning Argentine this summer.

£100m for Rogers? Villa feel no need to sell young star

Aston Villa feel no pressure to part company with young star Morgan Rogers, with the club telling suitors the player is not for sale.

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A standout Arsenal vs Manchester United clash and more about the opening-weekend 2025-26 Premier League games.

Martinez backed to be Man Utd's new Schmeichel

Emiliano Martinez has been backed to emulate Peter Schmeichel at Manchester United if he seals a move to Old Trafford from Aston Villa.

PL fixtures released as Liverpool attempt to defend their crown

Manchester United will face Arsenal on the opening weekend of the Premier League season, with champions Liverpool set to play Bournemouth.

RANKED: Grealish's transfer options after City CWC snub

GOAL runs through the winger's possible next destinations after what appears to be the final nail in the coffin of his career at Etihad Stadium

Martinez's wife drops huge bombshell over Man Utd-linked keeper's future

Emi Martinez's wife has shed some light on the Aston Villa goalkeeper's emotional outburst against Tottenham amid talk of a summer move.

What next for Sancho after Chelsea snub?

The winger faces a huge decision on his future after failing to agree a permanent transfer to Stamford Bridge

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Man Utd moved for Martinez IN JANUARY and will try again this summer

Manchester United made a move to sign Emiliano Martinez from January, it has been revealed, and will try to sign him again this summer.

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Barcelona face points deduction with Chelsea and Villa also in hot water

Barcelona risk a Champions League points deduction after breaching UEFA financial rules for the second consecutive year.

Man Utd-linked Martinez breaks silence on his future

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has broken his silence on his future as links with Manchester United continue to intensify.

'Intoxicated' Zaniolo allegedly hospitalised two Roma youth players

Roma have accused an "intoxicated" Nicolo Zaniolo of hospitalising two of their youth players and urinating in their dressing room.

RANKED: Top 20 disappointing signings of the season

As always, there have been plenty of transfers across the continent that just haven't worked out - but which were the biggest flops?

Premier League top scorers 2024-25: Salah wins the Golden Boot

GOAL brings you all of the 2024-25 season's leading marksmen from England's top flight.

Biggest winners & losers of the Premier League season

It's been a glorious campaign for certain coaches, clubs and players - but an absolute nightmare for others...

Aston Villa lodge complaint to PL over Man Utd referee

Aston Villa have lodged an official complaint to the Premier League over the selection of referee Thomas Bramall for their loss to Manchester United.

Amorim promises 'good days are coming' after 'disaster' season

Ruben Amorim promised Manchester United fans that "good days are coming" as he apologised for his side's "disaster" of a season.

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Revealed: Why Onana did not make Man Utd squad for Aston Villa clash

It has been revealed why Manchester United keeper Andre Onana missed out on Ruben Amorim's squad for the final game of the season against Aston Villa.

Villa keeper sent off for crazy challenge on Hojlund

Emiliano Martinez was sent off in Aston Villa's clash with Manchester United on the final day of the season after a wild challenge outside of his box.

📽️ | Emery issues strong response to Martinez exit talk in awkward interview

Unai Emery said there is "no way" Emiliano Martinez has played his last Aston Villa game despite the goalkeeper being linked with a summer exit.

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RANKED: Top 10 disappointing EPL signings of the season

As the campaign draws to a close, the time has come to reflect on the most underwhelming transfers the English top-flight had to offer

RANKED: Top 10 Premier League managers of the season

GOAL runs down the best coaches in the top flight after a season that saw Pep Guardiola and Manchester City's aura of invulnerability slip

Frequently asked questions

: Bournemouth were formed from the remains of a local club called Boscombe St. John's Institute Football Club and was renamed to Boscombe F.C. in 1899. More than 20 years later, the club changed its name to Bournemouth and Boscombe Athletic Football Club, before renaming themselves to AFC Bournemouth in 1971. Fun fact: the 'AFC' in AFC Bournemouth is not an abbreviation, it's just a part of the name.
: American businessman Bill Foley, in a partnership with Cannae Holdings Inc, completed the total takeover of Bournemouth in December 2022. Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan and Kosmos Founder Nullah Sarker lead the minority ownership group.
: Bournemouth's stadium is the Dean Court, commonly known as Vitality Stadium for sponsorship reasons. Bournemouth have been playing their games at this venue since December 1910.
: Vitality Stadium has a capacity of 11,307, making it the second-smallest ground in Premier League history in terms of capacity, behind Luton Town's Kenilworth Road.
: Bournemouth have not won a single major trophy yet.
: Bournemouth have not won any Premier League / first division titles throughout their history. However, they bagged 48 points in the 2023-24 campaign, their best-ever tally.
: Cherries legend Steve Fletcher, who spent 19 years of his 24-year playing career at Bournemouth, is the club's record-appearance maker. Fletcher, a forward by trade, made 728 appearances for the club and scored 121 goals.
: Ron Eyre scored 229 goals in 378 games for Bournemouth between 1924 and 1933, making him the club's all-time top scorer.
: Dominic Solanke, Aaron Ramsdale, Callum Wilson, Nathan Ake, Jermain Defoe, Eddie Howe, and Gavin Peacock are some of the most famous players to have played for Bournemouth. The club even managed to sign George Best at one point!
: Harry Redknapp, Sean O'Driscoll, and Eddie Howe are among Bournemouth's most prominent managers ever.
: Bournemouth are nicknamed The Cherries. While there's some debate regarding the origins of the nickname, it is widely believed that it is based on the cherry-red striped jerseys that the team plays in. Secondly, it is also believed that the nickname is derived from the cherry orchards in the Cooper-Dean Estate, located right next to Dean Court.

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