Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer has been ruled out of the Blues' starting XI against West Ham despite having been named in the squad earlier. The Englishman reportedly suffered an injury during the pre-match warm-up and Enzo Maresca soon confirmed the change to his lineup with Estevao Willian handed a start instead.
Ruben Amorim has issued an honest assessment of Kobbie Mainoo's development, conceding the Manchester United ace is having 'some issues' with the system.
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has insisted his side will not abandon their attacking DNA when they visit Arsenal on Saturday evening. Fresh off an opening-day win over Everton, the Premier League newcomers are preparing for a huge test at the Emirates, where the Gunners are expected to showcase their new-look frontline featuring Viktor Gyokeres.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has hailed Leandro Trossard’s new contract as deserved 'recognition' for the Belgian’s impact since joining from Brighton in 2023, while hinting transfer speculation around the winger can be put to rest. Trossard has been linked with Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce but looks set to remain at the Emirates until the summer of 2027.
Ruben Amorim has made it clear Manchester United’s ‘bomb squad’ players must take responsibility for securing their own exits before the transfer window closes. With Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia still on the fringes of his squad, the Red Devils boss admitted it is 'not a good thing' to carry unsettled players into the new season.
Pep Guardiola has revealed he faces a big dilemma on who to select in goal for the clash with Tottenham after Ederson returned to fitness after illness.
Pep Guardiola has confirmed Rodri will be available for Manchester City’s vital clash against Tottenham on Saturday, hailing the Ballon d'Or holder as 'still the best player in the world'. The Spaniard missed the Premier League opener at Wolves but is now set for his first minutes of the new campaign after a careful recovery from his ACL tear last season.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that the Gunners’ swoop for Eberechi Eze was triggered by Kai Havertz’s injury setback. The north London side moved quickly to finalise a £60 million deal for the Crystal Palace star, beating Tottenham to his signature, but Arteta stressed the transfer had been long in the making and not a reaction to recent fitness concerns.
Newcastle could reportedly move for Dusan Vlahovic as Juventus hope for a late summer bid amid the ongoing Alexander Isak saga. The Serie A giants are reportedly keen to offload the Serbian striker, hoping to balance their financial books with a €38 million (£33m/$44m) sale.
Aston Villa’s pursuit of striker Nicolas Jackson looks set to end in disappointment as competition grows fierce with another "big club" joining the race, as per a new report. The 22-year-old forward, who has shown plenty of promise at Chelsea, is now the subject of intense transfer speculation as clubs scramble to secure his signature before the window shuts on September 1.
Viktor Gyokeres has been defended by Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit after he was left "alone" by his team-mates following his disappointing Gunners debut. Despite Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, the Swedish forward was left frustrated, failing to register a single shot on goal. His performance was a far cry from the explosive displays that saw him secure a £64 million ($86m) transfer from Sporting Lisbon, with many Gunners fans left questioning whether he could live up to his hefty price tag.
Wayne Rooney has revealed how he ended up partying with Liverpool boss Arne Slot despite his allegiance to Manchester United & Everton. This remarkable tale unfolded at a Calvin Harris performance on the party island of Ibiza as both Rooney and Slot found themselves at the same venue, tickets in hand, ready for a night of music.