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Manchester City have moved swiftly to secure their future by offering a three-year contract to Enzo Maresca to succeed the departing Pep Guardiola. The Italian coach, who left Chelsea earlier this year, is now set for a sensational return to the Etihad Stadium, although this appointment means Chelsea are set to receive a significant compensation fee.

Brazil's official 26-man World Cup squad selection has dealt a crushing blow to Chelsea star Joao Pedro. The 24-year-old's closest family members were left utterly devastated, as heart-wrenching footage of their raw reaction to the striker's omission quickly went viral on social media platforms on Monday evening.

Lautaro Martinez has named Harry Kane as the best centre-forward in world football ahead of Erling Haaland. The Inter Milan captain praised Kane’s all-round game while also reflecting on his partnership with Marcus Thuram and his own development in Italy.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly been left furious after news of his impending summer departure was leaked prematurely. The Spanish tactician, who has guided the club through a trophy-laden decade, felt compelled to address his squad directly during an unexpected late-night group call to confirm the bombshell news ahead of a crucial fixture.

Carlo Ancelotti has apologised to Joao Pedro after leaving the Chelsea striker out of Brazil’s World Cup squad. The Italian admitted several players deserved selection as the Selecao boss opted for experience, including the return of Neymar.

Roy Keane criticised Manchester United’s players for focusing on Bruno Fernandes’ assist record during their match with Nottingham Forest. The former captain said he was “raging” at the reaction to the milestone and labelled the team’s behaviour a “circus act”.

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Chelsea have named Joao Pedro as their Player of the Season after the forward dominated a fan vote. The honour arrived only hours after he was left out of Brazil’s World Cup squad, adding a bittersweet edge to the recognition.

Manchester City are reportedly approaching a definitive resolution in their long-running legal battle with the Premier League over 115 alleged financial breaches. Legal experts suggest that the independent commission is currently drafting its final decision, which is expected to be delivered shortly after the current domestic campaign finishes.

Patrick Vieira believes several members of Arsenal’s current squad would break into the legendary ‘Invincibles’ team. The former captain selected five modern stars in a combined XI, including Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka.

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Ruben Amorim could soon return to management after his difficult spell at Manchester United. The Portuguese coach is being lined up to replace Jose Mourinho at Benfica, offering him the chance to rebuild his reputation back home.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi believes that the collective desire of rival supporters wanting to see his club relegated should serve as immense motivation for his players. Spurs currently find themselves embroiled in a tense battle for Premier League survival with only two matches remaining in their campaign.

The 2025-26 campaign has been a testing one for Chelsea, but who deserves to see their contribution recognised as the club’s Player of the Year? Former Blues defender Gary Cahill has made his pick during an exclusive interview with GOAL. Joao Pedro, on the back of his £60 million ($80m) transfer to Stamford Bridge, is considered to have outperformed the likes of Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez.

Could this be the moment that Chelsea's fortunes finally change under the beleaguered BlueCo ownership? The club has pulled off what looks like a seismic coup by luring Xabi Alonso to Stamford Bridge despite their continued struggles, somehow convincing the revered 44-year-old former Real Madrid boss to take the reins ahead of what now promises to be an era-defining summer.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has issued a passionate rallying cry to supporters after a narrow victory over Burnley put the Gunners on the brink of Premier League glory. The Gunners stand just one match away from ending a 22-year top-flight title drought, whilst also balancing an impending Champions League showpiece.

It was far from pretty, but Arsenal are one game away from the Premier League title after holding their nerve to edge past already-relegated Burnley on Monday night, courtesy of Kai Havertz's towering header from yet another set piece. The German forward rose to meet Bukayo Saka's corner shortly before half-time, although he was fortunate not be sent off later in the game. The 1-0 win means the Gunners will be champions if Manchester City drop points at high-flying Bournemouth on Tuesday.