EA Sports has officially revealed the highest-rated Premier League players for EA Sports FC 27 as Ratings Week gets under way. Manchester City striker Erling Haaland leads the pack with a 91 overall rating, sparking immediate debates across the football community.
Liverpool still require significant reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League campaign, according to former club captain Phil Thompson. The ex-defender believes that the current squad lacks the necessary depth, specifically demanding four or five additional signings to ensure that new manager Andoni Iraola can successfully challenge for the title this season.
Wayne Rooney believes Arsenal have the potential to "run away" with the Premier League title this season. The Manchester United legend also predicted his former club will secure a top-four finish under Michael Carrick's leadership amid significant managerial changes elsewhere.
Alexander Isak has been told where “he’s got to be” in his second season at Liverpool, with ex-Reds striker Emile Heskey setting a “goals and assists” target for the Swede during an exclusive interview with GOAL. Isak is, following his record-breaking £125 million ($169m) move to Anfield during the summer of 2025, under pressure to recapture the form that he previously showed at Newcastle.
Manchester City’s storied era under Pep Guardiola was not without its internal fractures, as sensational new footage has revealed a tearful confrontation between the manager and Kyle Walker. The explosive exchange, which took place in the Anfield dressing room, ultimately signaled the beginning of the end for the veteran defender’s career at the Etihad Stadium.
Virgil van Dijk has praised new Liverpool defenders Jeremy Jacquet and Ronald Araujo following their impressive pre-season debuts against Como. The Reds captain admitted it will take time to forge a solid partnership but remains optimistic ahead of their Premier League opener against Newcastle.
With the 2026-27 Premier League campaign about to get underway, GOAL counts down the leading contenders for the Golden Boot, including current holder Erling Haaland.
Liverpool have made a significant breakthrough in their summer recruitment drive after reaching an agreement on personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye. The Reds are now reportedly working to finalise a sensational double raid on the European champions that would also see Bradley Barcola arrive at Anfield.
Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes Arsenal may hold a significant advantage over the Reds in the high-stakes pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola. The French international has become one of the most coveted talents in Europe after helping the Ligue 1 giants secure consecutive Champions League trophies.
The summer transfer window is heating up as Inter prepare to launch a fresh offensive for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones. Reports in Italy suggest that the Nerazzurri are ready to sit back down at the negotiating table following an exposed "white lie" during the Reds' pre-season preparations.
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has voiced his deep-seated concerns regarding the tactical direction of his former club under new head coach Andoni Iraola. Despite a victory in their final pre-season fixture, the pundit believes the Reds are currently lacking the fundamental balance required to compete at the very top of the Premier League.
One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...
Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola with an improved €135 million bid. The French international was left out of PSG's matchday squad against Lens as Les Parisiens consider accepting the English club's raised offer.
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola took plenty of positive lessons from his side's 2-0 friendly victory over Como 1907 at Anfield. First-half goals from Cody Gakpo and debutant Jeremy Jacquet ensured the Reds finished their pre-season schedule on a high ahead of the Premier League opener.
Liverpool are reportedly readying a significant new offer for Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola as they look to secure their top attacking target before the transfer window slams shut. The Reds have received a major boost in their pursuit of the Frenchman following recent movements in the market by the Ligue 1 champions.
Liverpool's pre-season preparations took a gruesome turn on Sunday when their behind-closed-doors friendly match against Italian side Como was marred by a horrific injury. Alberto Dossena suffered a severe dislocated finger during the goalless draw, prompting the club's official broadcast channel, LFCTV, to issue an immediate on-air apology to their viewers.
Tottenham have taken a massive step toward securing the signature of Cody Gakpo after reportedly agreeing personal terms with the Liverpool forward. However, as the Dutch international prepares for a move to north London, the Reds' plans to reshape their frontline have hit a snag, with the club now locked in a transfer stand-off for Bradley Barcola.
Paris Saint-Germain have continued their aggressive summer recruitment by confirming the signing of Belgian starlet Mika Godts from Ajax. The 21-year-old winger arrives at the Parc des Princes following a spectacular breakout season in the Eredivisie, further strengthening Luis Enrique's attacking options as Bradley Barcola is heavily linked with a move to Liverpool.
Newcastle are racing to finalise the £30 million signing of Amar Dedic from Benfica. The Magpies hope to register the versatile Bosnian international in time for him to make his debut against Liverpool in next weekend's Premier League opener.
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) have officially announced the sale of a minority equity stake in Liverpool to a consortium backed by prominent investor Jeff Bezos. The strategic investment from 1892 Holdings is designed to support the club's long-term growth ambitions both on and off the pitch.
Liverpool’s search for attacking reinforcements has led them directly to the Parc des Princes, but the hierarchy at Anfield appears to be ranking their targets in a specific order of importance. While the Reds have been heavily linked with a double swoop for Paris Saint-Germain duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye, the latter may not be the priority many assumed he was.
Gary McAllister has provided a rare insight into the managerial journey of Steven Gerrard, reflecting on the highs of their Rangers tenure and the subsequent challenges faced in the Premier League. The former Scotland international, who served as Gerrard's trusted assistant at both Ibrox and Villa Park, believes the Liverpool icon is simply waiting for the perfect project to reignite his coaching career.
Andy Robertson is fully deserving of the “remarkable achievement” that sees him poised to overtake Kenny Dalglish as the most-capped Scotland international of all-time, Colin Hendry has told GOAL. The former Liverpool defender, who is now on the books at Tottenham, is five appearances away from matching a fellow countryman that remains a legend at Anfield.
Rio Ngumoha has been told what the “next step” is for him, with Liverpool legend John Barnes looking for more experience and end product from a teenage wonderkid that does not need to worry about “beating five players”. At 17 years of age, the England hopeful is looking to build on a breakthrough campaign at Anfield that delivered 29 appearances and two goals.
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