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Florian Wirtz would be receiving far more criticism if he was producing his current Liverpool form for Bayern Munich, according to Germany legend Thomas Muller. The Vancouver Whitecaps forward has weighed in on the performances of the Reds midfielder, who turned down interest from two European giants in favour of a big-money move to Anfield in the summer.

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a major transfer boost in their pursuit of €50m-rated Brazilian wonderkid Rayan as the teenager has broken ties with his agent ahead of the January transfer window. Rayan has emerged as one of South America’s most coveted prospects this season, and interest from Europe’s elite is now beginning to crystallise into concrete plans.

Manchester United target Carlos Baleba has outlined his ambition to become the "best midfielder in the world" as he looks to help lead Cameroon to glory at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Brighton and Hove Albion ace has named several stars who he is studying closely in his attempts to be regarded as one of the greatest players in his position.

Coventry City and Southampton have both been charged by the Football Association (FA) following the unsavoury scenes at the end of their 1-1 draw in the Championship on Saturday afternoon. An ugly melee broke out between both sets of players and club staff, with Sky Blues manager Frank Lampard later apologising for his part in the scuffle at St. Mary’s.

Real Madrid have requested Barcelona's financial records from 2010 to 2018 as the Negreira case intensifies. Madrid president Florentino Perez used the club's traditional Christmas address to launch a blistering attack on Spanish football authorities regarding the hotly debated scandal. The club chief labelled the affair the "biggest scandal in football history".

Ruben Amorim has reiterated Manchester United must avoid repeating past "mistakes" in the upcoming January transfer window by only signing players who they "know" want to play for the club. The Portuguese manager previously confirmed the Red Devils are prepared to enter the winter market if the "perfect" additions for the long term become available.

Al-Nassr thrashed Iraqi side Al-Zawraa 5-1 to end the group stage of the AFC Champions League Two with a 100 per cent record. After skipping the first five group games, Cristiano Ronaldo finally played a continental match as he provided an assist in the game. However, it was Kingsley Coman who stole the limelight as his brace helped Al-Nassr bulldoze past their opponents.

Xabi Alonso is struggling to maintain order in the Real Madrid dressing room because it is full of big-name players who believe they "deserve" to start every game, according to his former Spain team-mate Cesc Fabregas. The Como head coach has laid bare the reason why he believes his compatriot has found himself under pressure at the Bernabeu this season.

Wrexham have rejected a shock bid for summer signing Josh Windass as Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's side make their transfer stance clear ahead of the January window. The 31-year-old became Wrexham's third signing in the summer transfer window after the Welsh club secured their third consecutive promotion to the Championship. The midfielder joined them as a free agent after leaving Sheffield Wednesday.

Festive football rarely disappoints, and this year will be no different. Goals are likely over the next couple of weeks.

Three Egypt vs South Africa predictions for their Africa Cup of Nations clash on Friday evening, including value on a goalscorer bet.

AC Milan's clash with Como will no longer be played in Australia in February, Serie A have confirmed. The ambitious proposal by Lega Serie A to stage a historic league fixture between Milan and Como in Perth, Australia, in 2026 has now been called off due to unacceptable terms and conditions laid down by the Asian Football Confederation and the Australian FA.

Chelsea have received a huge boost ahead of their crunch Premier League clash with Aston Villa after manager Enzo Maresca confirmed Estevao and Liam Delap are both available for Saturday’s game at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are looking to stretch their three-match unbeaten streak when they lock horns with Unai Emery’s visitors, who have won their last 10 fixtures in all competitions.

Three Angola vs Zimbabwe predictions for their Africa Cup of Nations clash on Friday afternoon, including value on a goalscorer bet

Antoine Semenyo is good enough to play for either Real Madrid or Barcelona, at least that's according to the Bournemouth star's personal coach. The Ghanaian winger is in the midst of a transfer tug of war with a number of Premier League sides hoping to lure the Cherries ace away from the Vitality Stadium when the January transfer window opens next week.

Bayern Munich are closely monitoring Cardiff City teenager Dylan Lawlor, with the Bundesliga giants alerted to the defender’s rapid rise by Wales manager Craig Bellamy. talkSPORT have reported that the German champions have taken a serious interest in the 19-year-old, whose development in League One has not gone unnoticed across Europe.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has issued fitness updates on midfield pair Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo ahead of their Boxing Day welcome of Newcastle. United kick off festivities on Friday night as they look to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon and get their top-four push back on track having claimed one from point from their last two games.