Everton icon Duncan Ferguson is set to make a sensational managerial return by taking the hot seat at Northern Irish Premiership side Glentoran in an extraordinary move. The former Scotland international has agreed a deal to lead the Belfast club following lengthy negotiations with club owner Ali Shams Pour ahead of his official unveiling on Monday.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick confirmed Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt are set to feature in the squad to face Leeds United. The Red Devils boss also singled out young defender Aiden Heaven for praise ahead of Sunday's trip to Elland Road.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick urged his players to embrace the intense rivalry and atmosphere awaiting them at Elland Road. Carrick also provided team news updates on Luke Shaw, Kobbie Mainoo, and striker Benjamin Sesko ahead of Sunday's fixture.
Viktor Gyokeres is ready to push for an exit from Arsenal in January after growing increasingly frustrated with a complete lack of Premier League starts under Mikel Arteta. The Sweden international is also deeply unsettled by the Gunners' active pursuit of Julian Alvarez, with intermediaries assessing prospective landing spots across the continent.
Former Manchester City playmaker David Silva has revealed how close he came to joining Barcelona before ultimately sealing a career-defining switch to the Etihad Stadium. The Spanish icon explained that Valencia blocked an approach from the Catalan giants in 2008 prior to financial difficulties forcing his eventual sale to England.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca believes off-field financial allegations have brought the entire club closer together. The Italian coach welcomed the revival of the iconic 1980s inflatable banana craze ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Ipswich Town.
Amad Diallo has set his sights on building a lasting legacy at Manchester United while crediting club captain Bruno Fernandes for guiding him at Old Trafford. The Ivorian winger is poised to reach a special appearance milestone this weekend as he looks to elevate his output in the final third.
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has launched a passionate defence of Michael Carrick, claiming that modern society and the football world are far too eager to see managers fail. The German coach believes his counterpart at Old Trafford has done a fantastic job despite the recent scrutiny surrounding Manchester United's form.
Mikel Arteta has addressed reports that Arsenal are set to make 60 staff redundancies across several departments. The manager explained that the restructuring was described to him as a necessary step to help the club achieve future success.
Manchester United have joined top-flight rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in tracking promising Newcastle United attacker Bazoumana Toure just months after his arrival in England. However, reports linking Liverpool with the exciting 20-year-old winger have been dismissed as domestic suitors monitor his rapid adaptation to the division.
Former Manchester United defender Jaap Stam has urged club co-owners INEOS to keep faith in struggling head coach Michael Carrick despite a difficult start to the campaign. The legendary Dutch centre-back insists the under-fire boss deserves boardroom backing to turn fortunes around, even as Italian tactician Antonio Conte eyes the job.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso expressed delight with Joao Pedro’s red-hot start to the season ahead of Saturday's trip to face Everton. The Spanish coach challenged the Brazilian forward to maintain his consistency and establish himself among the Premier League's top strikers.
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola hailed 18-year-old winger Rio Ngumoha as an "elite" talent following his impressive rise for club and country. The manager outlined how the AXA Training Centre staff are developing the teenager while also praising hat-trick hero Bradley Barcola.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola confirmed he will rotate his starting XI for Saturday's Premier League trip to Brentford due to a relentless match schedule. The Spanish coach also left the door open for Cody Gakpo, Alexander Isak, and Dominik Szoboszlai to return from injury.
Liverpool centre-back Jeremy Jacquet has warned his team-mates to prepare for a "battle all over the field" against Brentford. The Frenchman, freshly crowned Liverpool's Player of the Month, emphasized the need to secure three points following their recent league defeat to Manchester City.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca expressed total confidence that Phil Foden will bounce back strongly following a recent three-game suspension. The Italian coach also reserved glowing praise for 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi following his impressive Champions League display against Paris Saint-Germain.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca admits he will need to rest Erling Haaland during an intense period of domestic and international action. The Italian also defended star midfielder Enzo Fernandez, praising his character following City's flawless start to the Premier League season.
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has admitted his post-match interview with Lisandro Martinez was clumsy, revealing he was completely caught by surprise. Fans heavily criticised Schmeichel for attempting to find positives after Martinez launched a scathing attack on the club's board following a frustrating Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.
Nico Williams remains one of the most loyal figures in modern football after committing his long-term future to Athletic Club despite intense interest from Europe's biggest heavyweights. The Spanish international's representative has now shed light on the circumstances that led the winger to reject lucrative offers from the Premier League and La Liga.
Following a club-record summer transfer from Chelsea, Nicolas Jackson has enjoyed a spectacular start to life at Aston Villa. Pundits believe Jackson is now perfectly positioned to break his personal goalscoring record this season, benefiting immensely from reuniting with manager Unai Emery and playing in an environment with significantly less pressure.
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker has made a surprising claim regarding Erling Haaland, suggesting he would not want to see the prolific striker at Old Trafford. Despite the Norwegian's record-breaking exploits across the city at the Etihad Stadium, Parker believes the Red Devils have more pressing needs elsewhere on the pitch.
Former Manchester United and Crystal Palace striker Fraizer Campbell has revealed the extent of his severe addiction to snus during his playing career, admitting that the tobacco-based nicotine product left him constantly fatigued. The former forward opened up about how a habit that started as a post-match relaxation method quickly spiralled out of control.
Daniel Farke is set to extend his stay at Elland Road after reports emerged that Leeds United have reached a broad agreement to keep the German manager at the club until 2029. The former Norwich City boss has enjoyed a successful tenure in West Yorkshire, guiding the Whites back to the Premier League and establishing them as a competitive force in the top flight.
Alisher Usmanov is reportedly plotting a sensational return to Everton following confirmation that the club's current owners are exploring a complete sale. The sanctioned billionaire previously held deep commercial ties to the Merseyside outfit, and fresh revelations suggest he is eager to capitalise on the formal sale process to inject substantial funds into the team once again.
David Moyes has admitted that discussions regarding a new contract at Everton have stalled following the shock announcement that the club’s American owners are exploring a potential sale. He revealed that negotiations have entered a lull, despite the team's unbeaten start to the season, with the manager left completely surprised by the sudden decision to seek fresh investment.
Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner has confirmed that Morgan Gibbs-White faces a late fitness test ahead of their highly anticipated Premier League fixture against reigning champions Arsenal. Gibbs-White sustained a minor muscle issue during their recent defeat at Crystal Palace, leaving Forest anxiously waiting to see if he can recover in time for the weekend clash.
Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca has opened up on his post-match conversation with Pep Guardiola following the club's disappointing Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The legendary former boss made a high-profile return to the Etihad Stadium as a spectator, providing a significant talking point during a turbulent period for the reigning Premier League champions.
Mikel Arteta has clarified why William Saliba was missing from the latest Arsenal squad picture, revealing that commercial obligations forced the club to proceed without the player. Arteta also briefly addressed the recent internal review that led to around 60 job cuts at the north London side as they prepare to face Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
Chelsea are - in Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro - considered to boast the Premier League’s best front three, so how do the Blues become genuine top-flight title contenders? Former Blues star Pat Nevin has answered that question for GOAL, with Moises Caicedo considered to have a key role to play in trophy tilts at Stamford Bridge.
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