Premier League news

Juan Mata has completed a formal agreement to purchase a minority stake in A-League giants Melbourne Victory, further cementing his ties to Australian football. The deal also sees the ex-Man Utd star appointed as the chair of a newly established football committee, though he is yet to confirm if he will hang up his boots for good.

Everyone associated with Nottingham Forest is desperate to see the club continue to call the City Ground home for the foreseeable future. Peter Shilton knows how special that venue is, but has told GOAL why he - along with supporters and prominent boardroom members - will be wrestling with “wrench” and “necessity” emotions in an era of rising matchday revenues.

Manchester United’s class of 2026 are not yet ready to compete for the Premier League title, Gary Pallister has told GOAL, but Michael Carrick is being credited with returning two crucial qualities to Old Trafford. The Red Devils surged back into the top four last season, securing Champions League qualification, and are in the hunt for a first domestic crown since 2013.

Cole Palmer has been made aware of what he needs to do in order to become a “great player”, with Frank Leboeuf admitting to GOAL that the Chelsea star’s World Cup snub with England will feel like a “big slap in the face”. The enigmatic playmaker remains a match-winner at Stamford Bridge, but his numbers have dipped year on year after making a dazzling start to his spell in west London.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has called on Thomas Tuchel to make a ruthless selection call by dropping Declan Rice for England’s World Cup knockout campaign. The former midfielder believes the Three Lions must adopt a more aggressive tactical approach if they are to bridge the gap to tournament heavyweights like France and Argentina.

Brian Brobbey would be a “great signing for Manchester United”, former Sunderland defender Matt Kilgallon has told GOAL, with a £50 million ($66m) transfer making sense for all concerned. The powerful Netherlands international striker is currently on 2026 World Cup duty, but he is now Premier League proven and could be on the move at club level before the latest window closes.

Manchester United starlet Kai Rooney has sent a clear message to his followers as he prepares to return to action following a frustrating period on the sidelines. The teenage sensation took to Instagram to share vibrant holiday snaps, proving he has been working tirelessly on his fitness while recharging his batteries.

Frank Lampard is, after overseeing promotion into the Premier League at Coventry, being backed to become a contender for the England manager’s top. Ex-Three Lions captain Terry Butcher has told GOAL why he is hoping to see more home-grown coaches compete for that prestigious post, with the likes of Steven Gerrard and Wayne Rooney not being ruled out of the equation just yet.

Manchester City are preparing for life after Pep Guardiola, but the shadow of 115 Premier League charges continues to loom large over the Etihad Stadium. As the legendary Catalan coach calls time on his trophy-laden decade in England, questions are being asked about whether the looming verdict on the club’s financial conduct played a part in his decision to walk away.

Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Jamie O'Hara has urged his old club to sign Marcus Rashford this summer. Rashford has spent the last season and a half on loan at Barcelona and Aston Villa, respectively, and with Manchester United reportedly keen to get him off their wage bill, O'Hara believes Spurs can secure a bargain deal to boost Roberto De Zerbi's squad for the upcoming season.

Cole Palmer appears to have given his seal of approval to Chelsea’s pursuit of former Arsenal star Granit Xhaka, as new manager Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his midfield. The Blues are reportedly in discussions to bring the Switzerland international back to London from Sunderland in a move that would prioritise experience over youth.

Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto has reportedly agreed personal terms to join Manchester City this summer, setting his sights on a reunion with former manager Enzo Maresca. The France international has given the green light to the move, which leaves City needing only to agree on a final fee with Chelsea.

Yan Diomande has reportedly decided to join Paris Saint-Germain if he leaves RB Leipzig this summer, dealing a massive blow to Liverpool. The talented winger believes a move to the French giants will offer him the best platform to win major trophies and achieve his ultimate dream of securing the Ballon d'Or in the future.

Chelsea have suffered a significant blow in their summer transfer plans after Sunderland swiftly rejected an opening bid for Granit Xhaka. The Blues reportedly submitted an offer to reunite the midfielder with new manager Xabi Alonso, but Sunderland have deemed it "unacceptable" and insisted that he is not for sale under any circumstances.

Harry Maguire has backed Marcus Rashford to make a successful return to Manchester United this summer, but the defender insists two specific conditions must be met first. Rashford is currently representing England at the World Cup following a productive loan spell with Barcelona, who recently declined to trigger their option to sign him permanently.

Scotland are officially on the hunt for a new manager after Steve Clarke stepped down from his position following a disappointing group-stage exit at the 2026 World Cup. It has been reported that former Tottenham and Nottingham Forest manager Ange Postecoglou is now in the frame to replace Clarke, nine months after his departure from the City Ground.

Jurgen Klopp has opened up on his relationship with Mohamed Salah, dismissing any lingering tension from their final days at Liverpool together. The German, who oversaw the forward's rise to global superstardom, insists the pair are now "friends" despite butting heads on a number of occasions at Anfield.