Premier League news

The Premier League has announced a comprehensive suite of mandatory law changes and officiating guidelines ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. Developed in tandem with PGMOL and informed by an extensive annual football survey, the updates heavily target time-wasting tactics while refining the threshold for video assistant referee interventions.

Arsenal are exploring a move for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his title-winning squad. The Greece international could be available for around £34.5 million, with the Gunners viewing him as a separate target to Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers as they continue to reshape their attack.

Manchester United are preparing to offer captain Bruno Fernandes a blockbuster new £375,000-a-week contract to secure his long-term future at Old Trafford. The Red Devils are moving swiftly to tie down their talismanic midfielder following a historic, record-breaking season, shutting down any rumors of delaying negotiations until later this year.

Former Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Jermaine Jenas has opened up about the severe personal and professional toll of his dismissal from the BBC. The former pundit admitted he lost everything after his contract was abruptly terminated following an internal investigation into inappropriate workplace messages to colleagues.

The Andoni Iraola era at Liverpool is officially gathering pace as the club begins a significant restructuring of the first-team coaching setup. Following the appointment of the former Bournemouth boss, the Reds have confirmed the departure of three key figures from the previous regime.

Newcastle United have revived their interest in Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford as part of an aggressive overhaul of Eddie Howe's goalkeeping options. The Magpies had missed out on the England international last summer, but his limited game time at the Etihad Stadium has now reopened the door for a potential switch.

Micky van de Ven can “level up” and become “one of the best in the world”, Toby Alderweireld has told GOAL, with the Dutch defender being informed that he does not need to leave Tottenham in order to join the elite. Speculation is raging around the Netherlands international in north London, with serious questions being asked of his future as another transfer window prepares to swing open.

Manchester City have been warned that they will find it “hard” to keep Rodri if Real Madrid come calling, with Peter Reid telling GOAL why more prominent figures are likely to follow Pep Guardiola out of the Etihad Stadium. A summer of change is on the cards, with it possible that a Ballon d’Or-winning midfielder will form part of what could become an elaborate refresh.

Arne Slot has followed Mohamed Salah through the exits at Liverpool, but would the latter have agreed to stay and see out his contract if he knew that the former was going to be sacked? Danny Murphy is not convinced that was ever the case, with the ex-Reds midfielder telling GOAL how the Egyptian King’s powers had faded to the point that a fresh start was probably the best option for all concerned.

Premier League heavyweights such as Arsenal and Liverpool gave Barcelona a free run at Anthony Gordon when exit doors opened up at Newcastle, with Chris Waddle explaining to GOAL why the England international ended up in Catalunya rather than north London. An €80 million (£69m/$92m) transfer has taken Gordon away from his homeland and onto the books of La Liga champions.

Rayan Cherki has been earning plenty of plaudits at Manchester City, with Frank Leboeuf telling GOAL why the mercurial playmaker deserves to be compared with Zinedine Zidane - the GOAT of French football. That is some billing, but two magical midfielders are considered to share a number of traits - including on-field skill sets and off-pitch ticket-selling qualities.

Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has told GOAL why he is “a little bit worried” about Alexander Isak, with the £125 million ($167m) striker under pressure to deliver during his second season at Anfield. The most expensive player in British football has been warned that his price tag will count for nothing if he offers little return on that record-shattering investment.

Richarlison is likely to become “collateral damage” at Tottenham during the summer transfer window, Danny Murphy has told GOAL, with the Brazilian striker expected to be moved on as part of Roberto De Zerbi’s refresh. Comings and goings aplenty are being mooted in north London, with Spurs seeking a positive response to two relegation-threatened campaigns.

Brighton have reportedly lodged a £30 million bid for Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic, creating a fresh twist in dealings between the two clubs. The Seagulls remain firm in their stance over Jan Paul van Hecke after rejecting two Spurs approaches, while the 19-year-old defender is said to be open to a move to the south coast.

AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale is taking his time to finalise the club's next managerial appointment despite holding a draft agreement with Oliver Glasner. The Rossoneri hierarchy are widening their search to consider alternative profiles, including former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and Alvaro Arbeloa, to find a specific technical vision.

Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit has urged the Blues to offload Enzo Fernandez and negotiate a sensational swap deal with Real Madrid for Eduardo Camavinga. The Argentine midfielder has endured an unstable period in London, while Camavinga's future in Spain has become uncertain following recent managerial changes at the Bernabeu.

Paris Saint-Germain have established contact with West Ham United over a potential double transfer for midfielder Mateus Fernandes and winger Crysencio Summerville. The French giants are determined to build squad depth to maintain their domestic dominance and challenge on multiple fronts. Luis Campos is now leading the pursuit to secure both highly-rated assets.