Aditya Gokhale

Nottingham Forest have stepped up security measures for their players ahead of today’s clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park. The so-called “El CASico” comes on the back of UEFA’s ruling that saw Palace relegated from the Europa League, while Forest got promoted instead. The Metropolitan Police have also increased their presence as tensions rise between the two sides.

Supermodel Claudia Schiffer turned heads at the Gtech Community Stadium as she wore a Brentford shirt during the Bees' 1-0 win over Aston Villa. The 54-year-old, once crowned the 'world's sexiest woman' by FHM, was there to support her husband, filmmaker Matthew Vaughn, who recently became a minority investor in the Premier League club alongside Gary Lubner.

Drama erupted at Borussia Dortmund after Jobe Bellingham’s parents reportedly tried to confront head coach Niko Kovac following the midfielder’s half-time substitution in a chaotic 3-3 draw against St Pauli. The 19-year-old, who joined from Sunderland this summer, was taken off after a poor first half, sparking frustration from his father, who also acts as his advisor.

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has identified Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers as a top target to replace Nuno Espirito Santo, with the Portuguese coach expected to be dismissed next week. Tensions between Marinakis and Nuno have reached breaking point, leaving Rodgers as the frontrunner to take charge at the City Ground, despite previous links with Jose Mourinho.

Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a move for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta after missing out on Eberechi Eze, with Aston Villa also interested. With Mohammed Kudus already sold to Spurs, Paqueta could be the next big name to move from east London to north.

AS Roma have shifted their focus away from Jadon Sancho and are now reportedly eyeing Chelsea's highly-rated youngster Tyrique George. The Italian club have reportedly asked about conditions for a deal, as they look to strengthen their wide options before the transfer window closes. George has also drawn interest from RB Leipzig and several Premier League clubs.

Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Shamrock Rovers wonderkid Victor Ozhianvuna in a record-breaking deal for Irish football. The 16-year-old midfielder, already featuring in the League of Ireland's Premier Division, will join the Gunners when he turns 18 in January 2027. The fee surpasses the record set by Tottenham's move for compatriot Mason Melia earlier this year.

Arsenal celebrated a dominant 5-0 victory over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium, but all eyes were on 15-year-old Max Dowman as he made history with his Premier League debut. The teenager became the second-youngest player in Arsenal’s history in the league. Jurrien Timber, who scored twice in the match, hailed the youngster’s potential after the final whistle.

Angel Di Maria lit up the Clasico Rosarino with a breathtaking free-kick as Rosario Central secured a 1-0 win over Newell's Old Boys in the Argentine top flight. The 37-year-old curled home a sensational strike in front of an electric Estadio Gigante de Arroyito crowd, earning his first-ever derby victory and extending Central's dominant streak over their city rivals.

Marcus Rashford was handed his first La Liga start for Barcelona on Saturday but lasted only 45 minutes as Hansi Flick opted to replace the Manchester United loanee at half-time during their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Levante. Despite a bright opening spell, Rashford was withdrawn with the Blaugrana trailing 2-0 at the break before a late fightback secured all three points.

Arsenal have confirmed 23-year-old goalkeeper Karl Hein has joined Werder Bremen on a season-long loan for the 2025-26 campaign. The Estonia international, who spent last season as Real Valladolid’s first-choice stopper in La Liga, will now head to Germany as he looks to compete for minutes behind new No.1 Mio Backhaus at the Weserstadion.

Tottenham Hotspur are ready to test Manchester City’s resolve once again, with reports claiming they will submit an improved bid of over €70 million (£60.6m/$82m) for Savinho following Saturday’s clash at the Etihad. Spurs had already missed out on signing Eberechi Eze, who is on the verge of joining Arsenal, and are now determined to land the Brazilian winger despite City’s resistance.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has remained coy on whether Andre Onana will return to the starting XI against Fulham, with Altay Bayindir’s costly error in last weekend’s loss to Arsenal putting the spotlight firmly on the goalkeeping situation at Old Trafford. Onana is now fit and back in the Red Devils' squad, but Amorim refused to confirm his selection.

Bayern Munich began their Bundesliga title defence with a 6-0 hammering of RB Leipzig at Allianz Stadium as Harry Kane scored a fantastic hat-trick while Luis Diaz bagged his first league goal for the Bavarians.

Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer has been ruled out of the Blues' starting XI against West Ham despite having been named in the squad earlier. The Englishman reportedly suffered an injury during the pre-match warm-up and Enzo Maresca soon confirmed the change to his lineup with Estevao Willian handed a start instead.

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has insisted his side will not abandon their attacking DNA when they visit Arsenal on Saturday evening. Fresh off an opening-day win over Everton, the Premier League newcomers are preparing for a huge test at the Emirates, where the Gunners are expected to showcase their new-look frontline featuring Viktor Gyokeres.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has hailed Leandro Trossard’s new contract as deserved 'recognition' for the Belgian’s impact since joining from Brighton in 2023, while hinting transfer speculation around the winger can be put to rest. Trossard has been linked with Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce but looks set to remain at the Emirates until the summer of 2027.

Ruben Amorim has made it clear Manchester United’s ‘bomb squad’ players must take responsibility for securing their own exits before the transfer window closes. With Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia still on the fringes of his squad, the Red Devils boss admitted it is 'not a good thing' to carry unsettled players into the new season.