Chris Burton

A potential date for Jude Bellingham to complete a stunning homecoming transfer that takes him back to Birmingham City has been set by Peaky Blinders creator and avid Blues supporter Steven Knight. A home-grown hero bid farewell to his West Midlands roots in 2020, and is now with Real Madrid, but could steps be retraced in the next five years?

Kyle Walker has revealed that “animal” Dele Alli is the “only person” to have completed a “famous” running test at Tottenham. Ex-England international Dele was once a hard-working, goal-getting midfielder for Spurs. His career has come off the rails somewhat since then, as he currently finds himself without a club, but he retains a special place in the hearts of north London natives.

Anthony Elanga has been told he is “not the same sort of person” since completing a £55 million ($73m) transfer to Newcastle, with Nottingham Forest being urged to consider re-signing the flying winger if their Premier League status can be retained. Former Reds striker Marlon Harewood, who also spent time on loan at St James’ Park, has told GOAL why familiar faces should be on the City Ground recruitment radar.

Aston Villa legend Andy Gray has told GOAL why domestic, and potentially continental rivals will be “knocking on the door” for Morgan Rogers during the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old playmaker has seen his stock soar, to the point that he could be a starter for England at the 2026 World Cup. Chelsea and Manchester United are among those to have already been credited with interest.

James Milner has revealed to GOAL the “important” piece of advice that he received from former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp while mulling over his own move into coaching. The ex-England international, who has become the Premier League’s all-time leading appearance maker, is weighing up his future options while representing Brighton at 40 years of age.

Wayne Rooney’s behaviour, which is considered to be “humiliating” at times, reportedly has wife Coleen feeling as though she is “looking after a fifth child”. The Manchester United legend made more unfortunate headlines recently when attending a pre-Brit Awards party, but alcohol-fuelled antics there are said to have barely registered with his long-time partner.

Ex-Love Island contestant Montel McKenzie, who remains an ambitious semi-professional footballer, has revealed when his romance with WSL star and former Baller League coach Alisha Lehmann blossomed. The happy couple went Instagram official with their relationship in January having both spent time working alongside Ruben Dias’ television presenter partner, Maya Jama.

James Milner has explained in an exclusive interview with GOAL how he established the mindset that has allowed Ballon d’Or winners Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric to be joined in an exclusive club. Brighton star Milner - who has previously represented the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool - has become the Premier League’s all-time leading appearance maker at the age of 40.

Former Nottingham Forest star Marlon Harewood has told GOAL why Reds owner Evangelos Marinakis has every right to hire and fire managers, having worked through four in the 2025-26 Premier League campaign. Unwanted history has been made there, but the enigmatic Greek billionaire will stop at nothing in a bid to ensure that results on the field match his ambition off the pitch.

Nottingham Forest have made Premier League history in 2025-26 by working under four permanent managers in a single top-flight campaign. Nuno Espirito Santo, Ange Postecoglou, Sean Dyche and Vitor Pereira have all filled the City Ground dugout. Ex-Reds star Marlon Harewood has discussed a “crazy” season on Trentside with GOAL and pondered how long the man currently at the helm will get.

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.

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.

James Milner has, in an exclusive interview with GOAL, explained how blending old and new school approaches have helped to make him a history-making Premier League legend. The ex-England international is a three-time title winner, with various other trophies to his name, and is still going strong at 40 years of age after mixing talent with technology.

Bruno Fernandes has often been a talismanic presence for Manchester United, but does the Portuguese playmaker hold the Red Devils back at times? Paul Parker has told GOAL why some of Fernandes’ behaviour on the pitch could be considered “brainless”, with questions being asked of whether he is the right captain to hoist another Premier League title aloft.

Manchester United have been informed that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia would be an ideal upgrade on Matheus Cunha, but would the Paris Saint-Germain want to make a move to Old Trafford? Paul Parker has told GOAL why the Georgian forward could be a shrewd addition for the Red Devils, while also explaining why a big-money transfer may be difficult to complete.

James Milner has told GOAL, in an exclusive interview, how “turmoil” and “luck” helped to mould him into a record breaker. The former Leeds, Newcastle, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Liverpool star, who is now on the books at Brighton, has made more Premier League appearances than any other player. How did he reach that point? The man himself explains.

Manchester United have announced that Casemiro will be leaving as a free agent this summer, but could the Brazilian midfielder complete a dramatic U-turn and sign a new contract? Former Red Devils star Kleberson has told GOAL that his fellow countryman would like to remain at Old Trafford as he brings Roy Keane-esque leadership to a rejuvenated squad.

Douglas Luiz appears to have moved on from Alisha Lehmann, after seeing their relationship brought to a close in 2025, with the Aston Villa midfielder being romantically linked to the daughter of Arsenal legend Edu. The Brazil international has been spotted getting cosy with 19-year-old model and influencer Duda Gaspar, with their relationship seemingly being made public on social media.