Premier League news

Michael Carrick has confirmed that Manchester United will not rush Matthijs de Ligt back into action before the end of the season despite the defender returning to light training. The Dutch international has been sidelined since late November with a back injury and faces a race against time to feature in the club's remaining Premier League fixtures.

Manchester City have entered the race for one of the Premier League's most exciting young talents, with Pep Guardiola said to be an admirer of Bournemouth starlet Eli Junior Kroupi. The France U21 international has enjoyed a stunning breakout campaign on the south coast, attracting interest from Europe's elite as the summer transfer window approaches.

Jesse Lingard has backed England to finally end their trophy drought at the 2026 World Cup, insisting Thomas Tuchel's side have everything it takes to go all the way. The former Manchester United midfielder also revealed that he has been in contact with Brazil superstar Neymar after his surprise transfer to Corinthians in March.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has issued a public plea to keep Andre Onana on a permanent basis following the goalkeeper's match-winning display in the Turkish Cup. The Manchester United loanee reminded everyone of his shot-stopping pedigree by saving three penalties in a dramatic shootout victory.

Leeds United's FA Cup dreams ended in disappointment at Wembley, but the fallout from the semi-final defeat to Chelsea is continuing off the pitch. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that more than a dozen supporters are facing potential legal action following reports of discriminatory behaviour during the high-profile fixture.

Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a catastrophic blow in their fight for Premier League survival following the news that Xavi Simons has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. The Dutch international suffered a serious knee injury during Saturday's clash with Wolves, with subsequent scans confirming the worst-case scenario for both club and country. Simons gave wrote an emotional message regarding the situation he is currently facing, confirming the news that his World Cup dream is also over.

Worrying images of Jack Grealish have emerged that appear to show the England international falling asleep during a “boozy afternoon session” with friends. The 30-year-old playmaker has seen his 2025-26 campaign, and a loan spell at Everton from Premier League title chasers Manchester City, brought to a close by an unfortunate foot injury.

Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick has opened up about a private meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Carrington as the club edges closer to a definitive decision on their next permanent manager. The INEOS chief visited the training ground for an informal chat with the former midfielder, whose impressive audition for the top job continues to gain momentum.

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi provided updates on Xavi Simons and Dominic Solanke after both attackers suffered injuries during a vital 1-0 victory over Wolves. The win offers Spurs a lifeline in their desperate relegation battle, but losing their star duo could severely impact their fight for Premier League survival.

Benjamin Sesko has set his sights on silverware at Manchester United after a productive debut season at Old Trafford. The Slovenia international believes the club is heading in the right direction under the guidance of interim manager Michael Carrick.

Former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has decided on his next career step following his departure from Old Trafford in January. Rather than immediately seeking a new role, the Portuguese tactician intends to take a sabbatical for the 2026-27 season. He aims to prioritise his professional development abroad, definitively ruling out a return to manage in his homeland.

James Maddison has led the praise for Antonin Kinsky after the Tottenham goalkeeper produced a heroic display to help the team secure a vital 1-0 victory over Wolves in the Premier League on Saturday. The young shot-stopper's performance follows a period of intense scrutiny after a harrowing experience on the Champions League stage.

Chelsea legend Joe Cole has lavished praise on Enzo Fernandez, labelling the midfielder a "warrior" following his match-winning performance in the FA Cup semi-final tie against Leeds. The Argentine found the net to secure the Blues a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Wembley, silencing critics after a turbulent period for the club.

Virgil van Dijk has insisted he has no concerns regarding Alexander Isak’s slow start to life at Liverpool after the striker finally broke his Anfield duck in the Premier League. The Sweden international, who arrived for a club-record fee from Newcastle in the summer, found the net in a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace to boost the Reds' Champions League qualification hopes.

Jamie Carragher has raised major concerns regarding Alexander Isak’s difficult start at Anfield following his record-breaking transfer. The former Liverpool defender believes the club must act decisively in the upcoming market, insisting that Arne Slot’s starting lineup requires immediate, high-quality reinforcements in key positions.

Declan Rice has told his Arsenal team-mates to "embrace" the mounting pressure as the Gunners move into the final stretch of a potentially historic season. Following a vital 1-0 victory over Newcastle United that sent Arsenal back to the Premier League summit, the England midfielder insists that Mikel Arteta's side are ready to fight on both domestic and European fronts.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin found himself at the centre of a refereeing storm during Leeds United's FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea at Wembley. The striker appeared to pull the hair of Blues defender Marc Cucurella, yet escaped any formal punishment despite a lengthy VAR review. The incident comes just two weeks after Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez was sent off for the same offence on Calvert-Lewin in a Premier League clash against Leeds.