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Former England defender Kyle Walker has admitted his shock after Thomas Tuchel omitted Phil Foden, Harry Maguire and Trent Alexander-Arnold from his World Cup squad. The trio were the headline casualties of Friday's 26-man selection for the tournament in North America, with Walker left questioning several of the manager's major tactical decisions.

Napoli have issued a hands-off warning to suitors from the Premier League and the Middle East by rejecting several lucrative offers for Scott McTominay. The Scotland international has become a cornerstone of the side in Italy, and the club are now working around the clock to secure his long-term future at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

Outgoing Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made a surprising personal confession regarding his trophy-laden decade at the Etihad Stadium. Ahead of his final emotional match in charge of the club, the Catalan tactician admitted that his ruthless treatment of a former fans' favourite remains his single deepest regret.

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has admitted that tactical uncertainty regarding Phil Foden’s best position drove the decision to drop the Manchester City star from his World Cup squad. The German asserted that bringing the versatile attacker to North America and potentially being played out of position would have resulted in possible camp discontent.

Outgoing Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted he was incredibly anxious when breaking the news of his impending summer departure to his first-team squad. Speaking publicly for the first time since his exit was confirmed, the legendary Catalan tactician described his emotional address to the players as an absolute disaster.

Manchester United are closing in on their first major signing of the summer after making a significant breakthrough in negotiations for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. The Brazilian star is reportedly on the verge of a move to Old Trafford in a deal worth over £43 million, marking a statement start to the transfer window for the Red Devils.

Alisson has been generating shock transfer talk at Liverpool, but former Reds star John Arne Riise has explained to GOAL why a surprising move for the Brazilian goalkeeper in 2026 remains unlikely. The experienced South American has spent eight memorable years at Anfield, and remains under contract, but is seeing questions asked of his future on Merseyside.

Manchester United fans have been told “don’t celebrate” as they prepare to see Pep Guardiola leave ‘noisy neighbours’ City, with Patrice Evra claiming that sudden departure is “sad” news for everybody associated with English football. It has been officially confirmed that an iconic coach will be bidding farewell to the Etihad Stadium this summer. Said announcement has been warmly received by many at Old Trafford.

Martin Odegaard has faced criticism at times over the last couple of seasons, but he is now a Premier League title winner at Arsenal and fellow countryman John Arne Riise has told GOAL why he is “shocked and surprised” that anybody has ever doubted an “amazing” talent. The Norway international remains a key cog in Mikel Arteta’s well-oiled machine at Emirates Stadium.

Tottenham have become embroiled into another relegation battle, but could they emulate Manchester United by morphing into top-four contenders next season? Alan Hutton has explained to GOAL why a similar transformation in north London remains unlikely as “huge money” will be required in order to deliver a remarkable reversal in collective fortunes.

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Erling Haaland has been informed of what he will require in order to become a Ballon d’Or winner, with John Arne Riise telling GOAL that the Manchester City superstar needs a “sh*tload of goals” before being recognised as the best player on the planet. The Norwegian striker has tended to deliver on that front, and has long been billed as a natural heir to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in the Golden Ball-winning department.

James Tavernier opted against taking up a seat on the bench for his final Ibrox fixture as a Rangers player, as he prepares to become a free agent, but will the long-serving full-back live to regret that decision? Alan Hutton believes those thoughts will form in time, with the ex-Gers defender also speculating with GOAL on what the immediate future could have in store.

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino has opened up on the psychological toll of a unique five-month injury layoff that left him fearing for his professional career. Following his return to first-team training after undergoing surgery on a rare foot fracture, the Spanish international expressed immense gratitude for the unwavering solidarity shown by his teammates.