Former West Ham striker Marlon Harewood has told GOAL that Tottenham’s struggles will provide added motivation for the Hammers in the ongoing Premier League relegation battle. Two London-based heavyweights are locked in a scrap for top-flight survival, with fierce local rivalry adding another intriguing dimension to what has already become an enthralling tussle.
Arsenal have approached Declan Rice regarding a new long-term contract, as the Premier League leaders seek to secure the futures of their core group of players. Since his massive £105 million ($132m) move from West Ham in 2023, the 27-year-old has transformed into one of the most complete midfielders in world football, becoming the heartbeat of Mikel Arteta’s side.
Hearts haven’t won the title since 1960, while Motherwell clinched the trophy only in 1932. Yet both teams are aiming for the title with nine games left.
Chelsea’s Pedro Neto has been hit with a one-game ban and a £70,000 fine following his red card against Arsenal. The FA confirmed the extra penalty after the winger "acted in an improper manner by failing to leave the pitch promptly and/or using abusive words towards the match official/s". He will now miss Saturday’s crucial clash against Newcastle.
Allegri’s guidance has boosted Pavlovic’s form: the Serbian is a key player both in his own penalty area and in the opposition’s, having scored three goals
Barcelona are already laying the groundwork for a massive summer transfer window, with Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni emerging as the priority target for sporting director Deco. To facilitate such a high-profile move, the Catalan giants are reportedly considering the sale of Alejandro Balde. While Balde’s current contract at the Spotify Camp Nou runs until 2028, the club's management sees his transfer as a strategic opportunity to generate funds.
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Igor Tudor has urged his players to set aside their 'victim' mentality and 'fight' in their battle against Premier League relegation. Spurs have lost all four of their games under the Croatian since he replaced Thomas Frank last month, while they are the only team left in England's top-flight without a win in 2026.
Everton boss David Moyes has defended Mikel Arteta against criticism of Arsenal's tactics. Despite leading the Premier League, a number of rivals and pundits have hit out at the Gunners' reliance on set-pieces. Moyes, who signed ex-midfielder Arteta for the Toffees, finds this baffling - insisting that not every team can play "the beautiful game" and that dead-ball efficiency is a vital strength for any title contender, not a flaw as many critics have suggested.
Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on the representative of Dro Fernandez following the teenager's move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain. He feels personally let down by the manner in which the €8 million deal was orchestrated behind the club's back.
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Tottenham Hotspur are teetering on the brink of disaster as interim manager Igor Tudor's tenure has spiraled into a "shambolic" run of four straight defeats. The north London club sit just a single point above the Premier League relegation zone following a series of woeful domestic and European results. Former Spurs striker Peter Crouch has now called for the board to act decisively, suggesting that a return to familiar faces like Harry Redknapp could be the only way to restore the club's fractured identity and top-flight status.
Declan Rice is considered to be a leading contender for the 2025-26 PFA Player of the Year award, but Sunderland legend Don Goodman says the Arsenal midfielder “wouldn’t have an issue” with missing out to Granit Xhaka. One former Gunners star remains in the running to pip a current Premier League title contender to the most prestigious of individual accolades.
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has revealed that Harry Kane is poised for a return to the starting line-up following a full week of training. While the England captain's availability provides a significant boost, the German giants are currently navigating a triple injury blow sustained during their midweek European exploits. Kompany has expressed relief that the setbacks affecting his key stars are not long-term as the club enter a crucial run of fixtures.
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