Transfers news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd eye £87m alternative to Antoine Semenyo as Man City move inches closer

After reports emerged that Manchester City are favourites to sign Bournemouth sensation Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window, Manchester United have shifted their focus to a quality alternative to Semenyo as they eye a move for RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, according to <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/diomande-man-utd-signing-semenyo-alternative/" target="_blank">GIVEMESPORT</a>.&nbsp;The young Leipzig star is known for his electric pace on the pitch, which makes him a perfect fit in the Premier League. The Red Devils are ready to pursue a move for the player, although the Bundesliga have placed a £87m price tag on their star.

Man Utd identify Semenyo alternative

Chelsea have unexpectedly joined the growing list of clubs tracking Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo ahead of the January transfer window, as revealed by <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11095/12476234/transfer-centre-live-football-transfer-news-updates-and-rumours?postid=10743616#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports.&nbsp;</a>The Blues have made an initial enquiry to understand the framework and feasibility of a potential mid-season move.Chelsea are assessing the financial and contractual requirements attached to the 25-year-old, whose future is becoming a major talking point across the Premier League. Any deal would likely revolve around a figure close to £65 million. Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool are all monitoring the situation closely and are expected to consider formal approaches of their own.

Chelsea to battle Liverpool & man City for Semenyo

Real Madrid are reportedly set to join Manchester City in the race for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, with Europe’s elite circling one of the Bundesliga’s standout performers. However, Die Roten have made their stance clear as they view the France international as untouchable amid plans to secure his long-term future at the Allianz Arena.Real Madrid have emerged as the latest heavyweights to show interest in Olise, as per Christian Falk, adding further intrigue to a growing transfer tussle that already includes Manchester City. The Bayern Munich winger has enjoyed a sensational spell in Germany, prompting admiration from across Europe as clubs plan ahead for future transfer windows.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-man-city-michael-olise-bayern-munich-potential-sale/blt849b293236398f47" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-man-city-michael-olise-bayern-munich-potential-sale/blt849b293236398f47" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Real Madrid join Man City in fight for Bayern star Olise

According to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/12/21/isak-significant-injury-force-liverpool-transfer-signing/?WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_injury-force-liverpool-transfer-signing/" target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>, Liverpool could be forced to abandon their pursuit for Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window following Alexander Isak's latest injury scare. Semenyo, who is also wanted by other top Premier League clubs, will remain a hot commodity in the transfer market, however, the Reds might consider pivoting to other options if Isak's injury is proven serious.

Liverpool could abandon Semenyo pursuit after Isak's injury

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.According to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/rayan-rompe-pini-zahavi-125096907" target="_blank">Sport</a>, Rayan has ended his association with super-agent Pini Zahavi, which could come as a boost for Spurs. The report further explains that when Zahavi was managing the player, Barcelona were considered the favourite candidate to secure the player's signature. This is because their director of football, Deco, was in talks with Zahavi and the club are generally known to be close to the player representative. However, with Zahavi now out of the picture, Tottenham would hope their chances have gone up in convincing the 19-year-old to move to the Premier League.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/under-pressure-thomas-frank-tottenham-real-madrid-target-leaves-agent-transfer-window/blt90264109f5fdb94f" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

€50m-rated Spurs target leaves agent ahead of January window

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 midfielder told <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13486916/carlos-baleba-brighton-and-cameroon-midfielder-hoping-to-light-up-the-africa-cup-of-nations" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>: "I watch a lot of highlights from them. I watch their positioning and their scanning. But I try to be like Carlos Baleba. It's an ambition [of mine] to be the best midfielder in the world. I just want to work hard, to take some advice, to take something from the midfielders. Not just in the Premier League, because I learned a lot from here."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-transfer-target-outlines-lofty-ambitions-makes-nod-man-city-star-rodri/blt94c07de0df8f69e1" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Man Utd target wants to be 'best midfielder in the world'

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has reevealed if Chelsea will chase Bournemouth sensation Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window amid speculation that the attacker could leave the Cherries.Speaking to reporters, the Italian coach opened up about Chelsea's pursuit of the attacker: "It’s not my focus. I’m in love with the squad we have."

Maresca clears his stance on Semenyo transfer

Ruben Amorim has reiterated that 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. According to <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/dec/19/antoine-semenyo-january-target-liverpool-manchester-united-manchester-city" target="_blank">The Guardian</a>, United are believed to have prioritised signing a new defensive midfielder in January, with Al-Hilal’s Ruben Neves, Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher, and Bournemouth’s Tyler Adams being added to their shortlist.However, after Amorim revealed United are also ready to jump at the opportunity to sign players in other positions, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6915594/2025/12/23/antoine-semenyo-manchester-city-transfer/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> have since reported that the club were pushing hard to sign in-demand Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ruben-amorim-fires-man-utd-transfer-warning-january-opportunity-arises/bltd555af0010a2a419" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Amorim fires Man Utd transfer warning ahead of January

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.Amid strong links to Manchester City, the winger's personal coach Saul Isaksson-Hurst told reporters: &nbsp;"Antoine could play wherever he likes. He could play for Real Madrid, he could play for Barcelona, he could play for any team in the world. He’s that good, he’s sensational. He’s ready to take on the world. He could play for literally any one of the top clubs, wherever he wants to go. Everyone would want him as well. He’s a sensational player with a great mentality. He’s got everything."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/antoine-semenyos-coach-bournemouth-real-madrid-barcelona-man-city/blt7ec9a331364062c3" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Semenyo's personal coach backs winger to join Barca or Real

Following Josh Windass' bright start at Wrexham, Scottish giants Rangers had reportedly eyed a move for the experienced attacking midfielder as they wanted him on loan in the January transfer window. Windass, who had earlier played for two seasons at the Scottish Premiership club between 2016 and 2018, was linked with a move back to his former club, but according to Record Sport, the Red Dragons have rejected the move as they do not intend to let their star summer signing leave.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/wrexham-reject-shock-bid-summer-signing-ryan-reynolds-rob-mac-transfer-stance/blt7667d56c2c1342ab" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Wrexham reject shock bid for summer signing

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.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/bayern-munich-league-one-starlet-vincent-kompany-craig-bellamy/blt747be9a0a6ba8684" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Bayern linked with shock move for League One starlet

Once the undisputed No. 1 at Manchester United, Andre Onana now describes his life in Turkey as "perfect", a striking contrast to the turbulence that defined his final months at Old Trafford. He found himself surplus to requirements early in the campaign, first dropped in favour of the inconsistent Altay Bayındır before United moved again to recruit Senne Lammens.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/andre-onana-trabzonspor-man-utd-perfect-stay-season-long-loan/bltb0d3205800c078f7" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Onana to stay at Trabzonspor? Man Utd flop enjoying 'perfect' move

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has revealed the reason he wouldn't swap Cole Palmer for Morgan Rogers ahead of Aston Villa's Boxing Day clash at Stamford Bridge. Unai Emery's side make the trip to the capital in a bid to extend their winning run to eight matches following their 2-1 victory over Manchester United at Villa Park last weekend, a result that keeps the Villans in the title race.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/enzo-maresca-swap-cole-palmer-morgan-rogers-chelsea-aston-villa/bltae4bb01a7546e373" target="_blank">Find out more on GOAL</a>

Maresca reveals why he wouldn't swap Palmer for Rogers

The reasoning behind Manchester United's doomed pursuit of Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo has been revealed. Semenyo is a man in demand ahead of the January transfer window with a number of Premier League heavyweights courting the Cherries forward. United were among those keen on the Ghana star, who has scored eight league goals and provided three assists so far this season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/why-man-utd-failed-bid-tantoine-semenyo-details-65m-target/blted6062a77cb4f769" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Why Man Utd failed in bid to sign Antoine Semenyo

Marc Guehi’s future appears to be drifting further away from Barcelona after reports in Spain suggested the reigning champions have cooled their interest in the Crystal Palace captain due to his wage demands. The England international, long admired across Europe, has become one of the most sought-after defenders on the market, but the financial gap between Guehi’s expectations and Barcelona’s limits is now considered too wide to bridge.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/marc-guehi-scares-barcelona-wage-demands-la-liga-champions-liverpool-bayern-munich-target/blt94e2629f4f1fb968" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Barcelona scared off move for Guehi due to wage demands

Forward Marcus Rashford insists he is working hard to stay at Barcelona following a strong start to life in Spain. Rashford joined the Catalan giants from Manchester United on loan for the rest of the season earlier in the year, and he's made a big impression for Hansi Flick's side. The defending champions end 2025 top of the table as they look to successfully defend their crown.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/marcus-rashford-strong-transfer-message-barcelona-man-utd-move/bltdcae3e6c88ed44cf" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

'What I want' - Rashford sends out strong Barca transfer message

Liverpool are braced for face-to-face showdown talks with the agent of Mohamed Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations. Salah's Liverpool future was thrown into doubt earlier this month in the wake of a spectacular outburst following the Reds' 3-3 draw at Leeds, where the Egyptian forward claimed he'd been "thrown under the bus" by the defending Premier League champions.
<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-showdown-mohamed-salahs-agent-afcon-summer-exit/blt724ca6c5385d5444" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Liverpool prepare for 'showdown' with Mohamed Salah's agent

Sergio Canales put speculation to rest during an emotional tribute from Real Betis, making it clear he is fully committed to Monterrey. The Spanish midfielder addressed recent rumours linking him to a return to Spain after being seen with Racing Santander officials, stressing that he remains under contract and settled in Liga MX.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/i-m-very-happy-there-in-monterrey-sergio-canales-dismisses-transfers-rumors-confirms-commitment-to-los-rayados/blt0da0a5d1f804cf47" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Canales dismisses exit rumors, confirms commitment to Monterrey

Manchester United have decided to delay a decision on whether to sell Joshua Zirkzee during the January transfer window. The striker has found minutes hard to come by this season, sitting firmly down the Old Trafford pecking order. Summer signings Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha have been preferred as the team's No.9 by head coach Ruben Amorim.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/joshua-zirkzee-move-man-utd-new-transfer-decision-interest-west-ham-roma/blt2842bb7206514e25" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Zirkzee's move on ice as Man Utd make new transfer decision

Facundo Mura has opted for a new challenge abroad. After weighing interest from Racing and River Plate, the right-back has reportedly agreed terms with Inter Miami, ending a four-year spell in Avellaneda and marking his first move outside Argentina. He is set to join Lionel Messi and a growing Argentine core on a deal through December 2029.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/facundo-mura-turns-down-river-plate-reportedly-set-to-join-lionel-messi-s-inter-miami-until-2029/blt20302841f5b1b272" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Mura turns down River Plate, set to join Inter Miami until 2029

Barcelona have cooled their interest in Marc Guehi after holding talks over a possible move for the Crystal Palace star, according to Mundo Deportivo.Guehi is out of contract in the summer and is liked by the Catalans but the club have been put off by his wage demands.

Barcelona cool interest in Guehi

Manchester United have not yet held talks with Conor Gallagher about a potential move to Old Trafford.According to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-15409669/Manchester-United-academy-Newcastle-Semenyo-transfers.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, the Atletico midfielder is a target but Diego Simeone's side would rather sell for £35m than sanction a loan.

Man Utd have not yet held Gallagher talks

La Liga giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are set to battle it out for Marcos Senesi who will leave Bournemouth in 2026, as reported by <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/barcelona-transfer-news-marcos-senesi-bournemouth-exit-atletico-madrid-sources" target="_blank">TeamTalk</a>.Both clubs want to add a defender to the ranks and hope to convince the 28-year-old to leave the Premier League club and head for Spain.

Barcelona and Atletico battle for Senesi

Chelsea's interest in Antoine Semenyo has only lasted a matter of hours, it seems.Earlier on Tuesday, it was reported the Blues had made an enquiry for the Bournemouth forward, with his £65 million release clause active until January 10. However, the west Londoners have now backed away from a deal, and as first reported by <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6915594/2025/12/23/antoine-semenyo-manchester-city-transfer/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>, Manchester City are now the frontrunners for the Ghanaian's signature as he has given preference to them.

Man City to beat Chelsea to Semenyo?

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly weighing up an unprecedented contract proposal for Luis Enrique. Appointed in 2023 to replace Christophe Galtier, the Spaniard inherited a club long defined by domestic dominance but haunted by European frustration. Less than two years on, PSG are no longer chasing history; they are living it.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/luis-enrique-set-to-receive-first-of-its-kind-contract-offer-from-psg/bltb352d596392a0805" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Luis Enrique set to receive first-of-its-kind contract offer from PSG

Liverpool cult hero Divock Origi has reportedly agreed to terminate his contract with AC Milan and will be free to sign for a new club when the transfer window opens in January. The Belgian striker has not played for the Rossoneri in two-and-a-half years, and is considered one of the worst signings in the recent history of the club.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-cult-hero-s-contract-ripped-up-by-serie-a-giants-two-years-on-from-last-appearance/blt31ca4d8382c29ff7" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Liverpool cult hero's contract ripped up by Serie A giants

Former Barcelona defender Dani Alves is reportedly set to purchase a Portuguese club and register himself as a player at the age of 42. The former Brazil international saw a rape conviction overturned by a Spanish court in March 2025. He has been freed to rebuild his life away from football, but is considering a return to action in somewhat surprising surroundings.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ex-barcelona-player-dani-alves-buy-play-portuguese-club-return-football-42-rape-conviction-overturned/bltf5b0b3c81f2284f3" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Dani Alves set to buy & play for Portuguese club at age of 42

Jamie Carragher has suggested that Mohamed Salah’s mooted January exit is now effectively off the table, arguing that Alexander Isak’s serious injury has left Liverpool with little margin for manoeuvre in attack. The Reds edged Tottenham 2-1 in their latest Premier League outing, but the result was overshadowed by the sight of their record signing limping away in distress.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/jamie-carragher-mohamed-salah-transfer-prediction-liverpool-lose-alexander-isak-leg-fracture/bltfd69c5f6459e3a08" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Carragher makes Salah transfer prediction after Isak's leg fracture

Wrexham have added fit-again former England international Jay Rodriguez to their squad for the second-half of the 2025-26 campaign. The veteran frontman picked up an unfortunate injury in pre-season. He was left out of Phil Parkinson’s 25-man EFL ranks as a result, but has now been drafted in with immediate effect after seeing Elliot Lee head for the treatment table.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/wrexham-add-one-cap-england-international-efl-squad-replacement-injured-elliot-lee/blt4385fb1072d25bdb" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Wrexham add one-cap England international to EFL squad

Manchester United's reported stance on Kobbie Mainoo's future has been revealed, with Ruben Amorim seeing his midfield options reduced further after a serious injury to Bruno Fernandes. The playmaker suffered what has been described as a "soft tissue" problem that forced him to come off at half-time in United's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa. The injury is expected to sideline Fernandes for several weeks, while Mainoo missed the Villa game entirely due to a calf issue.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-stance-kobbie-mainoo-future-revealed-after-ruben-amorim-loses-bruno-fernandes-injury/blt1a382f284fc1f86d" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Man Utd's stance on Mainoo's future revealed after Fernandes injury

U.S. men's national team star Weston McKennie says he'd like to stay at Juventus, but his future is in the hands of his agent and the club. The American midfielder's contract expires in June, but having carved out a big role once again in Turin, McKennie is open to staying. Without an extension in place, rumours have been swirling since the summer about McKennie's future.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/in-my-agent-s-hands-usmnt-s-weston-mckennie-wants-juventus-stay-as-contract-nears-expiration/bltc29da09126b90477" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

McKennie hopes to stay at Juventus

Manchester United are preparing to invest in a new midfield partnership next summer as part of a planned overhaul under Ruben Amorim. United have been monitoring several Premier League midfielders, including Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba and Alex Scott, as they assess long-term changes in the centre of the pitch, with the futures of Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo unclear.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-set-buy-two-midfielders-reds-devils-prepare-four-targets-summer-overhaul/blta7208c2a9332b80d" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Man Utd set to buy TWO midfielders as part of rebuild

Aston Villa are reportedly planning to hijack Crystal Palace's move for Tottenham winger Brennan Johnson, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/aston-villa/elbow-crystal-palace-aside-contact-made-stunning-hijack-brennan-johnson-deal" target="_blank">TeamTalk</a>.Spurs are willing to offload Johnson in the January transfer window, with Villa now considering a move for the winger.

Aston Villa to hijack Crystal Palace's move for Brennan Johnson

Real Madrid starlet Endrick has finally agreed a move to Ligue 1 side Lyon. The Brazilian will join on loan for the rest of the season in search of regular game time, and the deal does not include a purchase option, reports Fabrizio Romano.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🔴🔵 BREAKING: Endrick to Olympique Lyon, here we go! Deal in place after exclusive story revealed two months ago. Endrick joins OL on loan from Real Madrid, no buy option clause and 50% of salary covered. The Brazilian will be back to Real in June. <a href="https://t.co/Cm34ZO2alt">pic.twitter.com/Cm34ZO2alt</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2003171239695941995?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Endrick seals Lyon loan

Manchester United are reportedly planning a midfield overhaul next summer and want to sign two midfielders to strengthen Ruben Amorim's squad, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/37674883/man-utd-transfer-news-midfield-anderson-wharton-fernandes/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>.The Red Devils currently have four names in contention and are keen on Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton, Alex Scott and Elliot Anderson.

Man Utd want to sign two midfielders

Kobbie Mainoo's hopes of leaving Manchester United in the January transfer window appear to be over after the Red Devils lost captain Bruno Fernandes to injury.According to <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/sport/football/article/kobbie-mainoo-manchester-united-exit-bruno-fernandes-injury-2twbn593h" target="_blank">The Times</a>, the situation means that Manchester United are unlikely to let him leave in the winter window despite interest from Italian side Napoli.

Man Utd to block Mainoo exit after Fernandes injury

MLS side Orlando City have become the latest club to show interest in Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, according to Kanal Sportowy.The veteran is out of contract in the summer and expected to move on from Camp Nou. Chicago Fire and AC Milan have also been linked with the Poland international.

Orlando City join Robert Lewandowski race

West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo wants to sign Adama Traore from Fulham and talks are ongoing between the two clubs for the winger, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-15405787/West-Ham-boss-Nuno-Espirito-Santo-eyeing-former-Wolves-favourite.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.&nbsp;Traore worked with Nuno previously at Wolves and could now be set for a reunion with his former boss in the January transfer window.

West Ham want Adama Traore from Fulham

Niclas Füllkrug has agreed a move from West Ham to Serie A giants AC Milan, reports Fabrizio Romano. The striker will join on loan until the end of the season and the deal also includes a purchase option.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🔴⚫️ Niclas Füllkrug to AC Milan, here we go! Deal in place for loan move until June 2026. AC Milan will cover his salary, no loan fee and buy option around €13/14m not mandatory. Füllkrug wanted Milan despite two bids from Germany. Story revealed weeks ago, now done. 🇩🇪 <a href="https://t.co/S6HMNaaoou">pic.twitter.com/S6HMNaaoou</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2003109705917550747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Fullkrug agrees AC Milan transfer

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen has been ruled out of action for a considerable time after sustaining a partial ACL tear during training.The Dane is now set to miss several months of action at Barcelona which is a real setback for the defeder. However, Joan Laporta is said to still be willing to offer Christensen a new contract extension to keep him at the club past the summer when his current deal expires, according to <a href="https://cadenaser.com/cataluna/2025/12/22/a-laporta-li-agradaria-renovar-a-christensen-despres-de-la-lesio-sercat/" target="_blank">Què t'hi Jugues</a>.

New Barca contract for injured Christensen?

Antoine Semenyo is being tipped to make a decision on his future as early as today, with Manchester City, United and Liverpool all in the running for his signature.According to <a href="https://x.com/SkySportsLyall/status/2003120561480741262" target="_blank">Sky Sports News</a>, the situation is "acutely in the balance" as the Bournemouth star weighs up his options ahead of the opening of the January transfer window.

Semenyo set to make decision on his future

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We are delighted to announce the appointment of Rita Guarino as the Club’s new women’s Head Coach ⚒️— West Ham United Women (@westhamwomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/westhamwomen/status/2003045347170439290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote>
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West Ham announce Rita Guarino as new head coach

Ruben Amorim fears Manchester United are going to “struggle” after club captain Bruno Fernandes was added to their list of absentees, but the Portuguese will not be demanding that club bosses make funds available in the January transfer window. Instead, in a bleak warning to supporters, the Red Devils are planning to battle through with what they have.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/struggle-ruben-amorim-bleak-january-transfer-window-prediction-man-utd-bruno-fernandes-injury/blt2e1f1701fbda0424" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/struggle-ruben-amorim-bleak-january-transfer-window-prediction-man-utd-bruno-fernandes-injury/blt2e1f1701fbda0424" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Amorim makes bleak January transfer prediction for Man Utd

London City Lionesses have <a href="https://www.londoncitylionesses.com/post/london-city-lionesses-and-head-coach-jocelyn-pr%C3%AAcheur-part-ways" target="_blank">confirmed</a> they have sacked manager Jocelyn Precheur despite making a promising start to life to the Women's Super League season in their maiden campaign. London City, who were formed back in 2019, made their debut in the top division of women's football in England for 2025-26 after gaining promotion from the Women's Championship.

London City Lionesses confirm sacking of manager 

Former Manchester United favourite Nemanja Matic came in support of the club, ex-head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, as the midfielder claimed that the Norwegian 'deserved more time' as Man Utd boss. Solskjaer lasted almost three years at Old Trafford before being sacked by his former club due to a poor start to their campaign in the 2021-22 season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ole-gunnar-solskjaer-deserved-more-time-man-utd-boss-ex-red-devils-speaks-out-in-support/blt95ceb59f9f34da47" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Solskjaer 'deserved more time', says ex-Red Devils star

Real Madrid’s stance on a sensational transfer swoop for Erling Haaland has been revealed. The Blancos have been heavily linked with the prolific Norwegian for some time, as he is considered to fit the ‘Galactico’ mould at the Bernabeu, but no imminent raid on Manchester City is being lined up as Kylian Mbappe is delivering the goods in Spain.According to transfer guru <a href="https://x.com/Ekremkonur/status/2002695550043308159">Ekrem Konur</a>, the Blancos have no plans to sound out another global superstar. He has posted on social media: "Real Madrid not considering Erling Haaland transfer right now. Club believes Mbappe covers their attacking needs."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/real-madrid-erling-haaland-stance-transfer-man-city-striker-revealed/blt638effe796a52bf1" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Do Real Madrid want Haaland?! Transfer stance revealed

Mohamed Salah continues to generate transfer talk on the back of sparking a storm at Liverpool, but Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has refuted any suggestion that the superstar forward is in "crisis".Hassan claims to have seen nothing from Salah in his camp to suggest that the iconic 33-year-old has been distracted by goings on at club level. He told reporters: "Salah's morale in training is very high, as if he were just starting out with the national team, and I believe he will have a great tournament with his country. I feel his motivation is very, very strong. Salah is an icon and will remain so. He is one of the best players in the world, and I support him in everything he does."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/mohamed-salah-crisis-egypt-boss-reacts-liverpool-storm-january-transfer-africa-cup-of-nations/blt9a3be198de54db07" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Salah in 'crisis?' Egypt boss reacts to Liverpool storm

A transfer update has been delivered on Christian Pulisic, with the USMNT star generating exit talk at AC Milan. A return to the Premier League has been speculated on for the former Chelsea forward, with Manchester United said to be one of his many suitors. It is, however, being claimed that there has been “zero” contact from England regarding the United States international.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/premier-league-return-christian-pulisic-transfer-update-usmnt-star-interest-man-utd-ac-milan-contract/blt12f3ff8842aea06e" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Premier League return for Pulisic? Transfer update on USMNT star

Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard says he is “open” to new opportunities in the January transfer window as he looks to continue his playing career following an emotional departure from FC Seoul earlier this month.In a new interview with <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/dec/21/i-made-such-a-bond-jesse-lingard-on-life-in-south-korea-and-his-next-challenge" target="_blank">The Guardian</a>, Lingard has revealed he is now back in England, spending time with his family as he awaits news of any interest in his services ahead of the January transfer window opening on New Year's Day. Describing himself as “open” to any interest that may come his way, the ex-West Ham United and Brighton and Hove Albion loanee said opportunities could come from anywhere including: “Europe, Saudi, UAE…"<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ex-man-utd-jesse-lingard-open-new-opportunities-january-following-south-korea-exit/blt9951e2e9723846a7" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Lingard 'open' to opportunities in January

According to a recent report from Fichajes, Barcelona have started moving seriously for Bournemouth centre-back Marcos Senesi, who is expected to be one of the most sought-after free agents in Europe at the end of the season.Senesi is approaching a key moment in his career. The Argentine centre-back is not expected to renew his contract with Bournemouth, meaning he will be available on a free transfer once the campaign ends.&nbsp;Atletico Madrid in race tooInterest is not limited to Barcelona. In Spain, Atletico Madrid are also monitoring the situation closely, fully aware that this is a rare market opportunity.&nbsp;

Barcelona accelerate plans to sign Senesi

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🆕 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RealMadrid</a> 🇳🇴 🚫 Real Madrid not considering Erling Haaland transfer right now. 📌 Club believes Mbappé covers their attacking needs. <a href="https://t.co/1Q0YICoT3K">pic.twitter.com/1Q0YICoT3K</a>— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/2002695550043308159?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Real Madrid not considering move for Erling Haaland

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Rúben Amorim on January plans for Man United: “It’s possible we do something”. <a href="https://t.co/PD0NXigIKY">pic.twitter.com/PD0NXigIKY</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2002713246239948842?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Amorim says Man Utd could make January signings

AS Monaco may cash in on 23-year-old French international Maghnes Akliouche in the winter transfer window to fund January signings amid his links with Premier League clubs.According to an update by <a href="https://x.com/Ekremkonur/status/2002268261497319932" target="_blank">Turkish journalist Ekrem Konur</a>, Liverpool, Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Maghnes Akliouche. The Premier League bigwigs may have an opportunity to sign the French international from AS Monaco, as the Ligue 1 outfit may sell him for €60-65 million to fund moves in the winter transfer window.

AS Monaco could sell Maghnes Akliouche in January

Everton will reportedly look to sign 25-year-old English right-back Jayden Bogle from Leeds United in the winter transfer window.According to a report by <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-everton-set-sights-on-leeds-star-jayden-bogle/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>, Jayden Bogle is the subject of interest from Everton. The Toffees are scouring the market for a right-back heading into the winter transfer window. So, the 25-year-old Leeds United wide player has emerged as a target for the Merseyside outfit.

Everton considering Jayden Bogle swoop

Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are ready to enter the January transfer market but only if the “perfect” player is available. The Red Devils continue to be linked with a host of central midfielders but the Portuguese head coach has suggested the club are even prepared to strengthen in another area of the pitch, provided the signing is one for the long term.“The only thing that we will try to bring now – and in the end of the season – are players that are perfect for our future,” Amorim said ahead of United’s trip to Aston Villa on Sunday.“It's not going to be to save something in this moment, to cope with the losses of three players for AFCON. It’s not going to be like that. Even if we try to bring one player, maybe it's not the position that we need more. So I don't know what is going to happen, but it's possible that we can do something.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-boss-ruben-amorim-reveals-perfect-january-transfer-target/blt88ea96cfbaf524b8" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-boss-ruben-amorim-reveals-perfect-january-transfer-target/blt88ea96cfbaf524b8" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Amorim reveals Man Utd's 'perfect' January transfer target

Hansi Flick has spoken openly about his future at Barcelona amid reports that the club are considering offering him a new contract until 2028. The German coach made it clear that he is happy at Camp Nou, stressing the importance of the trust from president Joan Laporta and praising the working relationship he enjoys with sporting director Deco and the wider sporting structure.Speaking candidly about his situation, Flick underlined how settled he feels at the club and how important the backing of the current president has been since his arrival. “As I said, I'm very happy to be working at this club. With Deco and all the staff, my team and I are very happy; the relationship with Deco and his team is incredible,” he explained.Flick also acknowledged the political context surrounding his future, with elections looming in the coming months. “We'll see what happens next year with the elections, but for me it's great to be here for another year and a half. But these things are up to the president. For me, it's important to have him as president, and that's all I can say. I love working at this club,” he concluded.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/hansi-flick-opens-up-future-plans-barcelona-plan-offer-new-contract-2028/bltfa23588eebd280b2" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/hansi-flick-opens-up-future-plans-barcelona-plan-offer-new-contract-2028/bltfa23588eebd280b2" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Flick opens up on future as Barca plan to offer new contract until 2028

Aston Villa are considering a move for Barcelona and Germany goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen as a potential replacement for Emiliano Martinez, whose future at the club remains uncertain.Marc Andre Ter Stegen has been dislodged as No 1 choice at Barcelona and, subsequently, his name is no longer first on the team sheet for Germany at a crucial period with the World Cup looming large. He is renowned for his exceptional distribution and composure on the ball, attributes that align with the current modern football philosophy and Unai Emery's tactical approach of playing out from the back an the Villans are keen on a move, according to a report in <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20251220/1002590085/aston-villa-atento-ter-stegen.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/aston-villa-emi-martinez-unai-emery-barcelona-goalkeeper/blt9c4b02d9ff24d0e9" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

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