Manchester City’s Premier League title ambitions suffered a major blow at the Hill Dickinson Stadium as a chaotic 3-3 draw left them trailing leaders Arsenal. In a match filled with extraordinary swings, a calamitous error from Marc Guehi gifted Everton a route back into a game that appeared to be under Pep Guardiola's control.
Pep Guardiola has addressed Jack Grealish’s future as the Manchester City winger prepares to return from his loan spell at Everton. The England international impressed at Goodison Park before a foot injury cut his season short, leaving questions over his role at the Etihad next term.
Ashley Young has confirmed his intention to retire from professional football following an illustrious career spanning more than two decades at the highest level. The 40-year-old former England international is set to bring the curtain down on a storied journey that saw him lift major trophies with Manchester United and Inter.
Everton midfielder Jack Grealish has revealed that his rehabilitation following surgery on a season-ending injury is progressing better than expected in a hugely encouraging update. The England midfielder, currently on loan at Everton from Manchester City, has been sidelined since January after suffering a serious foot injury.
Coventry are back in the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, with GOAL being told why the likes of Aston Villa, Everton and Brighton will struggle to compete with Sky Blues boss Frank Lampard on the transfer front. Established top-flight outfits may have more money to spend, but Joe Cole believes a “marquee name” at the CBS Arena will help to attract the kind of talent that may prove out of reach to others.
Jack Grealish has found an unlikely ally in former Aston Villa teammate Gabby Agbonlahor after images surfaced of the playmaker appearing to be asleep at a Manchester rooftop bar. The England international, currently sidelined with a season-ending injury, has been the subject of intense scrutiny following his latest afternoon outing.
Worrying images of Jack Grealish have emerged that appear to show the England international falling asleep during a “boozy afternoon session” with friends. The 30-year-old playmaker has seen his 2025-26 campaign, and a loan spell at Everton from Premier League title chasers Manchester City, brought to a close by an unfortunate foot injury.
Jamie Carragher was forced to endure a hostile reception from Everton supporters as he was ushered away after facing a barrage of insults before the Merseyside derby. The Liverpool legend, who was working as a pundit for Sky Sports, became the centre of an ugly flashpoint as tensions briefly threatened to boil over at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Curtis Jones has delivered a scathing assessment of Everton's mentality following Liverpool's dramatic 2-1 victory in the Merseyside derby. The midfielder mocked the suggestion that the Toffees would have celebrated only being two points behind the Reds had they won the game, after one of the "worst" seasons in recent times for the Anfield club.
Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that his long-term future at Liverpool is "not really in my hands anymore" as talks over a contract extension hit a standstill. The Hungarian midfielder has been one of the standout performers in an otherwise taxing season for the Reds, but his latest comments suggest that the club has yet to table a formal offer that reflects his importance.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has expressed his desire to "say farewell in the right way" after playing a starring role in Sunday's dramatic Merseyside derby victory over Everton. The Egyptian forward is entering the final weeks of his trophy-laden Anfield career and is determined to achieve one last major objective before his departure.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili was taken to hospital following a concerning injury during Sunday's Merseyside derby. The Georgian international was forced off on a stretcher during the 2-1 victory at Everton, adding to a growing selection headache for the Reds.
Everton suffered a devastating blow during their dramatic Merseyside derby defeat to Liverpool, as star defender Jarrad Branthwaite was stretchered off in tears with a suspected recurrence of a hamstring injury. The 23-year-old left the pitch late in the game, leaving manager David Moyes deeply concerned about his long-term availability.
In his farewell season, Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has equalled Steven Gerrard's Merseyside derby goalscoring record in the Premier League. The Egyptian netted his ninth derby goal during a dramatic 2-1 victory over Everton on Sunday, secured by a late Virgil van Dijk header. The crucial three points keep Liverpool firmly in the race for a top-five Premier League finish and Champions League qualification.
Liverpool were dealt a devastating injury blow during their Merseyside derby clash with Everton as Giorgi Mamardashvili was forced to leave the pitch on a stretcher. Already missing first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker, the Reds now face a genuine crisis between the sticks as their depth is tested to the limit.
Arne Slot declared that the "future was bright" for Liverpool after Tuesday's Champions League elimination but there was no lifting the doom and gloom around Anfield. The hosts hadn't just lost yet another game to Paris Saint-Germain - they'd also lost Hugo Ekitike to injury. Indeed, what little hope Liverpool had of overturning a 2-0 first-leg deficit effectively ended the moment their only fit and in-form forward hit the deck with nobody near him.
Everton manager David Moyes has lightheartedly mocked his Liverpool counterpart Arne Slot, claiming the Reds are the last club that should be complaining about refereeing decisions. Despite offering some professional sympathy for the under-fire Dutchman, Moyes was quick to remind his rival of the historical advantages often associated with Anfield.
Abebayo Akinfenwa is joined by Alex Iwobi on the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Fulham winger discusses his journey from the Arsenal academy to becoming a regular in the Premier League and making his mark on the international stage with Nigeria. The 29-year-old also talks about his duels with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as well as a host of other compelling topics.
Arne Slot has provided a significant update on Liverpool's summer recruitment strategy as the club prepares for the high-profile departures of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. The Reds' head coach admitted that the hierarchy must decide whether to sign a direct profile match for Salah or adapt their tactical approach with a different type of forward.
Mateus Mane has been linked with Manchester United and Liverpool, but Don Goodman has told GOAL why the Wolves wonderkid is not yet a £50 million ($68m) player. At 18 years of age, the fleet-footed forward has made quite the impression with Premier League strugglers during a breakthrough campaign. An expensive transfer flop at Everton is, however, being used as a warning to Mane when it comes to important decisions on his future.
Everton have been informed that they need to keep Iliman Ndiaye “happy” as the Senegal international continues to generate rumours of transfer interest from Manchester United. The classy playmaker, who can operate on the wing or as a No.10, is attracting plenty of admiring glances - with Gareth Barry telling GOAL how the Toffees can ensure that no sale needs to be sanctioned.
Jack Grealish has seen an emotional return to Aston Villa speculated on, with Gareth Barry telling GOAL who will have the final say on a stunning homecoming transfer. The England international playmaker has spent the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Everton from Manchester City, with a permanent deal somewhere expected to be agreed in the next window.
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