Transfers news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd on alert as Ruben Neves eager to quit Al-Hilal and make January return to Premier League

Ruben Neves is seeking a return to the Premier League in next month’s transfer window putting a number of clubs, including Manchester United and Newcastle United, on alert, as reported by The Times.Al-Hilal are resigned to losing him as a free agent in the summer and are exploring the option of bringing that exit forward to January, to recoup some of the £47 million they paid Wolverhampton Wanderers in the summer of 2023. A figure of £18 million has been mentioned, but, in the circumstances, and with buying clubs holding such an advantage, a figure well below that may be sufficient to secure Neves.As per the report, United, who are struggling with midfield issues, would be an obvious destination. Given his profile, Neves would be able to slot straight into the first team next month — a “plug and play” transfer option, to use United’s own vernacular.

Ruben Neves wants Premier League return — Man Utd on alert

Mohamed Salah has apologised to the Liverpool dressing room following his incendiary interview earlier this month, team-mate Curtis Jones has revealed. The Reds midfielder insists the squad are united behind the Egypt forward despite him accusing the club of “throwing me under the bus” on the back of the dramatic Premier League draw with Leeds United.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/curtis-jones-reveals-mohamed-salah-apologised-liverpool-following-rant/blt1a13339032b2aa8c" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Salah set to stay? Jones reveals Salah apologised following Liverpool rant

Bournemouth have reportedly identified a replacement for in-demand winger Antoine Semenyo, handing a transfer boost to Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City and Liverpool ahead of the January transfer window. The Premier League trio are all believed to be keen on signing the forward, who has a release clause which will become active on New Year’s Day.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/antoine-semenyo-exit-hint-bournemouth-identify-replacement-for-winger-wanted-by-spurs-man-city-liverpool/blt6f60c3feb9240abe" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Spurs, Man City and Liverpool receive Semenyo boost

Barcelona are reportedly on the verge of completing a move for 15-year-old Norwich City forward Ajay Tavares. The highly-rated attacker has been tracked by a host of leading European clubs ahead of the January window, but the Catalan giants are now expected to win the race for his signature.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/barcelona-close-in-on-norwich-wonderkid-england-u17s/blt2b786794298f7477" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Barcelona close in on Norwich wonderkid

Endrick has been told to join Tottenham by ex-Brazil star Sandro to reignite his flailing career. Signed from Palmeiras in 2022 in a deal that could rise to €60 million (£52.5m/$70.5m), the Brazilian forward was heralded as one of the most exciting teenagers in world football. His first season in Spain hinted at that promise, with seven goals across 37 appearances under Carlo Ancelotti. However, since the Italian left the Spanish capital, things have not gone according to plan for Endrick.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/forget-real-madrid-lyon-endrick-tottenham-ex-brazil/blt07db3cd39cce74e5" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Forget Real Madrid and Lyon! Endrick told he must join Tottenham

Manchester United have been told to sign Borussia Dortmund star Karim Adeyemi to replace Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo during their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) absence. The Red Devils are bracing themselves for a difficult festive period as the AFCON threatens to strip Ruben Amorim of a crucial spine on the right side of his team.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-borussia-dortmund-star-to-replace-bryan-mbeumo-amad-diallo-afcon-absence/blt8f0c34b2def028a5" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Man Utd told to sign BVB star to replace Mbeumo & Amad

Manchester United to advance with Antoine Semenyo interest after Patrick Dorgu was left "ruined" by tough Old Trafford experience. It is another effort in Ruben Amorim’s recalibrated recruitment strategy, with the club increasingly determined to fix a problem position that has undermined their consistency this season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-to-advance-antoine-semenyo-interest-patrick-dorgu/blt670b087907e319df" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Man Utd to advance Semenyo interest in January

Arne Slot will not speak about Mohamed Salah while the Liverpool forward competes at the Africa Cup of Nations, saying both he and the Egypt star have “moved on” following his incendiary interview earlier this month. The Reds manager has issued his stance on the eve of his side’s trip to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday evening.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arne-slot-confirms-new-mohamed-salah-stance-liverpool-boss-makes-claim-following-bust-up/blt2d4ad22dded23312" target="_blank">Find out what Slot said on GOAL</a>

Slot will not speak about Salah while away from Liverpool

Arsenal have been warned that they face the threat of enduring a bleak Harry Kane-esque scenario if major silverware is not captured soon. The Gunners have remained in contention for top honours across recent seasons, only to be left empty-handed. Frank Leboeuf has told GOAL why that lack of tangible success could lead the likes of William Saliba to explore transfer opportunities elsewhere.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arsenal-warned-harry-kane-scenario-william-saliba-trophies-psg-france-centre-back/blta5da7cbe8b550f82" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Arsenal warned they face bleak Kane scenario with Saliba

Pep Guardiola became agitated with repeated questions about his Manchester City future days after a bombshell report suggested he was going to leave the club at the end of the season. Guardiola, who is into his tenth season at the Etihad Stadium, renewed his deal with the Cityzens during last year's troublesome campaign and is under contract until June 2027.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/end-of-subject-pep-guardiola-tetchy-repeated-questions-future-leave-man-city/blt47b82bd3133abcee" target="_blank">Find out what he said on GOAL</a>

Guardiola gets tetchy with reporter over questions on future

Arne Slot’s position as Liverpool head coach is not under immediate threat, even if the Reds suffer what has been described as a "horrendous" defeat away to struggling Tottenham. Former midfielder Don Hutchison believes patience will be shown, though he warns that continued inconsistency could still derail Liverpool’s season and leave Champions League qualification out of reach.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arne-slot-liverpool-job-safe-horrendous-defeat-struggling-tottenham/blted65e775bb619a3b" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Slot's job 'safe' even if Liverpool suffer 'horrendous' defeat

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">💣🆕 EXCLUSİVE:" Chelsea draw up contingency plan as speculation grows over the future of Maresca." Details ⤵️ <a href="https://twitter.com/caughtoffside?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@caughtoffside</a><a href="https://t.co/um3ZyEwBz1">https://t.co/um3ZyEwBz1</a>— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/2001979391409312217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Chelsea drawing plans to potentially replace Maresca

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🔴⚪️ Atlético Madrid agree deal to sign 18 year old Hugo Humanes from Inter youth team for their Academy. Former Real Madrid’s Academy talent will join Atléti from Inter with immediate effect. <a href="https://t.co/b1ZC2gJDLl">pic.twitter.com/b1ZC2gJDLl</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2001982587028586716?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Atleti set to sign Inter Milan youth star

Dele Alli has hinted that a return to the professional ranks may be pending, with the former Tottenham midfielder continuing his search for a new club. The ex-England international has been a free agent since seeing his contract at Serie A side Como terminated. He has been working on an individual fitness programme, allowing him to stay sharp while waiting on offers.It could be that he is offered a return to action in the EFL, allowing him to rebuild slowly. Following talk of interest from the likes of Wrexham, Birmingham and Swansea, ex-MK Dons striker Clinton Morrison told GOAL of Championship sides taking a punt: “If I’m a Championship manager or chairman, I’m looking to sign Dele Alli. I’m giving him the love that he needs, arm around the shoulder and say ‘you’re going to be the main man here, we’ll give you the game time’. You have got to get fit and earn the right, but when he is fit and flying there aren’t many players that are as good as Dele Alli in the Championship.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/dele-alli-comeback-pending-ex-tottenham-midfielder-instagram-update-free-agent-midfielder-search-new-club/blt996933466e222813" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/dele-alli-comeback-pending-ex-tottenham-midfielder-instagram-update-free-agent-midfielder-search-new-club/blt996933466e222813" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Dele comeback pending?! Free agent ex-Spurs star posts update

Manchester United have reportedly softened their stance on Kobbie Mainoo ahead of the January transfer window, with the club now prepared to listen to offers after previously shutting down all interest. While Ruben Amorim still wants to keep the midfielder at Old Trafford, reduced game time and growing outside noise mean United are no longer ruling anything out.Manchester United have adjusted their position on Mainoo as the January transfer window approaches, moving away from a previously rigid stance that ruled out any form of departure. While the club still prefer to keep the midfielder at Old Trafford, they are now willing to listen should "exceptional" offers arrive in the coming weeks, as per Sky Sports.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-change-stance-kobbie-mainoo-future-january/blt0957ce3ceb42e23d" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-change-stance-kobbie-mainoo-future-january/blt0957ce3ceb42e23d" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Man Utd change stance on Mainoo's future ahead of January window

Gabriel Jesus has insisted he wants to stay at Arsenal and fight for his future, sending a clear message to Mikel Arteta amid speculation over his long-term role and future at the club. The Brazilian says he has unfinished business in north London, stressing his desire to win titles and help “wake up the sleeping giant” rather than seek a move elsewhere.“I feel that I have unfinished business at Arsenal. I don’t want to leave,” Jesus said, addressing suggestions that he could move elsewhere in an interview with The Players' Tribune. “People have asked, ‘Why don’t you just leave? Why don’t you go to Saudi? Or back home to Brazil?’ One day, I would love for everything to come full circle with Palmeiras, but not today.”<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/dont-want-leave-arsenal-star-plea-mikel-arteta-ready-wake-up-sleeping-giant/bltfe0c03d8f0e5fdb0" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/dont-want-leave-arsenal-star-plea-mikel-arteta-ready-wake-up-sleeping-giant/bltfe0c03d8f0e5fdb0" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

'I don't want to leave' - Arsenal star Jesus sends out plea to Arteta

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to go all out for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo in January and believe they have a genuine chance of beating rivals Manchester City to his signature. With the winger’s £65 million ($87m) release clause about to come into play and amid uncertainty surrounding Pep Guardiola’s future, the Red Devils sense an opportunity to beat their city rivals to the punch.One of the central factors shaping Manchester United’s confidence is the uncertainty surrounding Guardiola’s long-term future at Manchester City. Although the Catalan is contracted until June 2027, contingency planning at the Etihad has fuelled speculation that his trophy-laden era could end sooner than expected, a situation rival clubs are keen to exploit this January.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-believe-beat-man-city-antoine-semenyo-prepare-all-out-gbp65m-bournemouth-star/blt04ef7a2994137ce0" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-believe-beat-man-city-antoine-semenyo-prepare-all-out-gbp65m-bournemouth-star/blt04ef7a2994137ce0" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Explained: Why Man Utd believe they can beat Man City to Semenyo

Aston Villa are keeping a close watch on Brennan Johnson’s situation at Tottenham Hotspur, with the Midlands club expected to weigh up a potential move should the Wales international become available in 2026. While no formal approach has been made, TEAMtalk reports that Villa would be prepared to assess a deal if Spurs show a genuine willingness to part ways with a player who has slipped down the pecking order under Thomas Frank.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/aston-villa-crystal-palace-sign-tottenham-ace-brennan-johnson-in-january/blt67aa6b1e6b6cf08c" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/aston-villa-crystal-palace-sign-tottenham-ace-brennan-johnson-in-january/blt67aa6b1e6b6cf08c" target="_blank">Read more now on GOAL!</a>

Aston Villa ready to go head-to-head with Crystal Palace to sign Spurs' Johnson

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is said to figure prominently on Manchester City’s list of potential successors to Pep Guardiola. The Italian tactician has previously taken in two spells at the Etihad Stadium and may be welcomed back for a third when the day comes for a highly-decorated Catalan coach to sever ties with the Premier League heavyweights.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/enzo-maresca-man-city-chelsea-pep-guardiola-replacements-stamford-bridge-rant/bltdd713738450c8cb7" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Maresca to Man City?! Chelsea boss high on Pep successor list

Manchester City are reportedly closing in on an 18-year-old Troyes wonderkid, Mathys Detourbet, after rolling out the red carpet for the teenager. The 18-year-old has rapidly risen through the ranks in Ligue 2 and is now firmly on the radar of several major European clubs, but City appear well-placed in a competitive race.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-city-close-in-on-18-year-old-troyes-wonderkid/blteb0144e401eec2cc" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Man City close in on 18-year-old Troyes wonderkid

Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of one of Brazil’s brightest young forwards is facing a formidable obstacle, with Real Madrid reportedly preparing to muscle in on the race for Vasco da Gama sensation Rayan. The 19-year-old has emerged as one of South America’s most coveted prospects this season, and interest from Europe’s elite is now beginning to crystallise into concrete plans.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/spurs-eye-deal-for-brazilian-wonderkid-rayan-real-madrid-prepare-offer-worth-eur50m/blt416fa0a0c8cb7be4" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Spurs eye deal for Brazilian star as Real Madrid prepare €50m offer

It has been suggested, by Dietmar Hamann, that Liverpool could look to sell £125 million ($167m) striker Alexander Isak to Barcelona in the summer of 2026. Anfield future questions are also being asked of £116m ($155m) playmaker Florian Wirtz, while talk of Jurgen Klopp returning to Merseyside in a managerial capacity has been addressed by a former Reds star.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/alexander-isak-transfer-barcelona-why-liverpool-sell-125m-striker-future-questions-116m-florian-wirtz/blt3bb63fee88ab40e7" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Barca transfer? Why Liverpool could look to sell £125m Isak

Thiago Silva is a free agent again at the age of 41, with the veteran Brazilian defender agreeing to the early termination of his contract at Fluminense. Having spent 18 months back at his boyhood club, the classy centre-half is said to be eyeing a return to Europe, where he has previously represented AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/where-next-thiago-silva-former-chelsea-captain-terminates-contract-fluminense-free-agent/bltbf2388fea6c44c94" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Where next for Thiago Silva?! Ex-Chelsea star becomes free agent

Sophia Wilson will return to the Portland Thorns for the 2026 NWSL season after exercising the player option in her contract. The 25-year-old U.S. women’s national team forward missed the 2025 campaign while on maternity leave, but is set to resume her career with the club where it began after she was selected No. 1 in the 2020 NWSL College Draft, and became a central figure in Portland’s sustained success.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/olympic-gold-medalist-and-uswnt-star-sophia-wilson-returning-to-portland-thorns-in-2026/blt93f7e7cc8b8c1201" target="_blank">Read the details on GOAL</a>

Sophia Wilson is returning to Portland Thorns for 2026 season

Fresh off an MLS Cup title, Inter Miami are already making moves with a repeat championship in mind. According to The Athletic, the club is nearing an agreement to sign Minnesota United and Canada international goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair. The reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year is out of contract following the 2025 season and would arrive to address one of the Herons’ key weaknesses.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/inter-miami-reportedly-nearing-high-profile-free-agent-deal-for-canada-goalkeeper-dayne-st-clair/blt49c1f4d1cc9a19df" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Inter Miami close in on signing Canada's Dayne St. Clair

Club America have begun shaping their roster for the Clausura 2026 and have identified Obed Vargas as a potential reinforcement for their midfield. According to a report from ESPN, America’s front office has already made contact with the Seattle Sounders midfielder, as the player is also weighing his future in Major League Soccer following the recently completed season.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/club-america-reportedly-interested-in-seattle-sounders-midfielder-obed-vargas/bltde68976f3e54ce60" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Club América reportedly interested in Sounders' Obed Vargas

Furious Celtic fans called for manager Wilfried Nancy to be sacked as the new head coach suffered a fourth consecutive defeat following a dire loss at Dundee United. Nancy replaced Brendan Rodgers as Celtic's permanent manager earlier this month, but supporters have already seen enough of the former Columbus Crew boss to demand his exit from Celtic Park.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/incenced-celtic-fans-call-wilfried-nancy-sacked-suffers-fourth-defeat-dire-loss-dundee/blta25fa75cbc8ee052" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Incensed Celtic fans call for Wilfried Nancy to be sacked

&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🆕 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> 🇩🇪 AC Milan are in talks with West Ham for 32-year-old German striker Niclas Füllkrug! 📌 The Italian club plan a loan deal with an option to buy. 👀 The player is keen to leave; other European clubs are also monitoring. <a href="https://t.co/qV80BXpvCr">https://t.co/qV80BXpvCr</a> <a href="https://t.co/C60i0hV4SQ">pic.twitter.com/C60i0hV4SQ</a>— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/2001576958837272768?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2025</a></blockquote>
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AC Milan in talks with West Ham's Fullkrug

USMNT star Christian Pulisic is set to be joined by Premier League flop at AC Milan in a shock transfer as the Rossoneri's desperate search for a new striker nears conclusion.According to Fullkrug's agent, Thorsten Wirth, Fullkrug had made up his mind to leave the Hammers, as he recently said: "Looking back, you have to say the transfer didn't work out. There's no point in sugarcoating it. It could make sense to change something there." The <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/fussball/internationaler-fussball/niclas-fuellkrug-transfer-poker-geht-in-die-heisse-phase-6942b36e3e25dcaf036ae2da" target="_blank">BILD</a> now reports that Milan have shown concrete interest in the striker and have even submitted a formal offer, which West Ham are monitoring. The deal includes an initial loan move in January with an option to make it permanent next summer. Fullkrug has also agreed on personal terms with the Italian giants.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/christian-pulisic-joined-by-premier-league-flop-ac-milan-shock-transfer-search-for-new-striker/blt671f6fb8bf2aba84" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Pulisic set to be joined by Premier League flop at AC Milan

Inter Miami CF announced today the signing of legendary striker Luis Suárez to a contract extension through the 2026 Major League Soccer season. The Uruguayan forward, who joined the club ahead of the 2024 campaign, has been instrumental in the team’s recent successes and will continue to lead the attack as Miami aim to build on their historic achievements.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nothing left to prove. Let’s enjoy <a href="https://twitter.com/LuisSuarez9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LuisSuarez9</a> 👊 <a href="https://t.co/j4eI0G2JoK">pic.twitter.com/j4eI0G2JoK</a>— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/InterMiamiCF/status/2001311237729116586?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Suarez signs new Inter Miami contract

Chelsea's transfer plans for the next year or so have been revealed as the club look to further strengthen their squad.According to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/12/17/chelsea-plan-midfield-summer-signing/" target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>, while they are unlikely to bolster their squad in January, Chelsea's main aim in the 2026 summer transfer window will be focused on finding new central midfielders. It is reported that work has started for next year's recruitment, with the club seeking to identify potential signings ahead of time, with the likes of Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton mentioned as players the Blues are keen on.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/chelsea-january-transfer-window-plans-revealed-new-midfielder-moises-caicedo-enzo-fernandez/blt013b2b4ac665514e" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Chelsea's January transfer window plans revealed

Andreas Christensen faces a decisive period in his career as he enters the final six months of his Barcelona contract. With no renewal on the table and his future hanging in the balance, the Danish defender has attracted interest from the Premier League and the Saudi Pro League, leaving him with a stark choice: fight for his place in Catalonia or pursue a fresh challenge elsewhere.A report from <a href="https://as.com/futbol/christensen-el-enigmatico-agente-libre-f202512-n/" target="_blank">AS</a> suggests that Barcelona are "in no hurry" to offer a renewal. The club appreciates his professionalism, but they are also acutely aware that he represents one of their few saleable assets who could leave for free if they do not act. This passivity has opened the door for suitors who are ready to offer the Dane a more prominent role - and a more lucrative pay packet.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/will-he-stay-or-go-andreas-christensen-weighing-his-options-as-barcelona-contract-ticks-down-amid-premier-league-and-saudi-interest/blt6d09f2a06c2e2fdb" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Christensen's future still up in the air as Barca contract ticks down

Stefan de Vrij’s time at Inter appears to be reaching its conclusion, with reports from Italy suggesting the Dutch defender is ready to pack his bags. Nottingham Forest have emerged as a surprise Premier League suitor, while Benfica and Bologna are also monitoring the situation closely.According to a report from Tuttosport, the 33-year-old centre-back has grown frustrated with his reduced role in the squad and is keen to leave the club in January.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/stefan-de-vrij-leave-inter-premier-league-club-emerge-contenders-sign-netherlands-international/blt35d6f79b1617d68c" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

De Vrij to leave Inter as Premier League club consider January move

Former Liverpool, Leicester City and Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has formally joined Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The journey begins now 🤝🏻🎥​ ​<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AlQadsiah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AlQadsiah</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BrendanQadsawi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BrendanQadsawi</a> <a href="https://t.co/E73o3gEdlv">pic.twitter.com/E73o3gEdlv</a>— AlQadsiah Saudi Club (@AlQadsiahEN) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlQadsiahEN/status/2001317334846201872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Rodgers join Saudi Pro League

Manchester United and Roma are locked in a tense standoff over the transfer of Joshua Zirkzee, with the two clubs seemingly miles apart in their valuation of the struggling Dutch striker. While the player is reportedly keen on a return to Serie A, negotiations have hit a wall over the structure of the deal, forcing Roma sporting director Frederic Massara to line up a list of alternatives.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-roma-odds-joshua-zirkzee-transfer-fee-serie-a-side-offer-dutch-striker/blt4abf634d5c74e7b2" target="_blank">Read the details on GOAL</a>

Man Utd & Roma at odds over Zirkzee deal

Barcelona are preparing to open fresh contract talks with Hansi Flick just months after his last renewal, as club president Joan Laporta looks to lock down the German tactician for the long term following a strong start to the campaign.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/barcelona-plan-contract-talks-with-hansi-flick-as-camp-nou-club-aim-to-secure-german-coach-s-long-term-future/blt6bb9d347ab8f4b3f" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Barca already set to offer Flick contract extension

Dayot Upamecano is literally 'on the move' in Munich, but his change of address could signal a major blow to his international suitors. While Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain circle the French defender ahead of the January window, Upamecano’s decision to relocate within the Bavarian capital offers the biggest hint yet that his long-term future lies at the Allianz Arena rather than the Bernabeu or the Parc des Princes.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/dayot-upamecano-on-the-move-bayern-munich-defender-s-big-change-hints-at-decision-on-his-future-amid-real-madrid-and-psg-interest/bltcf922d0268016d1f" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Upamecano on the move! Bayern defender's big change hints at decision

Borussia Dortmund are preparing to break the bank to secure the long-term future of defensive lynchpin Nico Schlotterbeck, with the club reportedly tabling a historic contract offer that would see him become the highest-paid player at Signal Iduna Park. However, the German international is in no rush to sign, hinting that a final decision on his future will not be made until the summer amid circling interest from European giants.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/revealed-borussia-dortmund-offer-to-make-nico-schlotterbeck-their-highest-paid-player-with-new-contract-as-defender-hints-at-when-transfer-decision-will-be-made-amid-bayern-munich-and-liverpool-interest/bltf7c7cb6c4280dc7c" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Revealed: Dortmund offer to make Schlotterbeck highest-paid star

New Barcelona presidential candidate Marc Ciria has vowed to do "whatever it takes" to bring club legend Lionel Messi back to Camp Nou. The club are due to hold presidential elections in 2026, with Ciria having thrown his hat into the ring alongside current chief Joan Laporta, Victor Font and Xavi Vilajoana. Ciria claims Barcelona "need" Messi back but stopped short of clarifying what kind of role the Argentina star could take up.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/lionel-messi-new-barcelona-presidential-candidate-vows-whatever-it-takes-bring-inter-miami-superstar-back-camp-nou/blt8eae84e1fe6fc516" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

New Barca presidential candidate vows to bring Messi back

Timo Werner could be set for a shock exit from European football as a new suitor emerges from the United States to end his Bundesliga nightmare. The former Chelsea and Tottenham forward has emerged as a concrete option for Major League Soccer side San Jose Earthquakes, with veteran coach Bruce Arena driving the move for the RB Leipzig outcast.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/timo-werner-offered-mls-escape-route-new-club-enter-frame-to-sign-rb-leipzig-outcast/blt15823b568e03d220" target="_blank">Read more on GOAL</a>

Ex-Chelsea man Werner offered new MLS escape route

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski is reportedly 'open' to joining MLS side the Chicago Fire on a free transfer at the end of the season. The 37-year-old has held positive talks with the club about a potential move after his contract with Hansi Flick's side expires. Lionel Messi's Inter Miami have also been credited with interest in Lewandowski, but may now miss out on the goalscoring great.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/robert-lewandowski-open-joining-chicago-fire-talks-mls-club-lionel-messi-inter-miami-set-miss-out-free-transfer-barcelona-striker/blt003a69cf7064ecc2" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Lewandowski 'open' to joining Chicago Fire after talks with MLS club

Brazilian superstar Neymar has reportedly "reached an understanding" with Santos to extend his stay at the club until the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 33-year-old returned to his boyhood team in January, following an injury-plagued spell in Saudi Arabia with Al-Hilal, but has been linked with an exit as his current contract expires at the end of the month.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/santos-neymar-understanding-contract-renewal-brazil-2026-world-cup/blt86f66c6beb036022" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>

Santos & Neymar 'reach understanding' over contract renewal

Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and Chelsea are all monitoring the progress of Mamadou Sangare, with the Lens midfielder quickly establishing himself as a standout target. Reports indicate that extensive scouting work has taken place this season, with several English clubs closely assessing his development. Lens signed Sangare from Rapid Wien for £7 million last summer, but insiders suggest external interest is accelerating and a formal bid is inevitable. Any move, however, may be delayed, as the midfielder is set to feature for Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations later this month.<a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/man-utd-made-aware-malian-midfield-gem-sources-reveal-robust-january-battle" target="_blank">Get the details on GOAL</a>&nbsp;

Premier League trio track rising Lens midfielder Sangare

Liverpool are set to lose their wonderkid for free as Leeds United are ready to snap up 15-year-old attacker Kai Morrall.According to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-15388723/Liverpool-suffer-blow-star-attacker-15-moving-Leeds-Premier-League-rivals-avoiding-having-pay-compensation-too.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, Morall decided to join Leeds after mutually agreeing to part ways with the Merseyside club, as the youngster feels that he will have a better chance of a pathway to first-team football if he moves to Elland Road.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/liverpool-set-to-lose-wonderkid-for-nothing-as-leeds-snap-up-15-year-old/blt2e2e8fea84e2bbbb" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Liverpool set to lose wonderkid for nothing

Premier League side Leeds United are eyeing a swoop for in-form Sevilla winger Ruben Vargas in the January transfer window.According to <a href="https://orgullobiri.com/preparan-una-oferta-de-20-millones-por-ruben-vargas/#google_vignette" target="_blank">Orgullo Biri</a>, the Premier League side are plotting a €20m (£17.5m/$23.5m) move for Sevilla star Vargas. The Switzerland international has established himself as a regular starter at Sevilla in less than a year since joining the Spanish club from Augsburg. Vargas has appeared in 13 matches across all competitions this season, where he has scored three goals and provided four assists. The player remained sidelined for Sevilla's last three La Liga games due to a hamstring problem.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/leeds-eye-eur20m-swoop-for-in-form-sevilla-winger-ruben-vargas/blta223bc66ee8ea542" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Leeds eye €20m swoop for in-form Sevilla winger Vargas

Luis Suarez is on the verge of signing a new contract to remain at Inter Miami, according to multiple reports. The Uruguayan striker faced an uncertain future after his deal expired at the end of the 2025 season, but a new one-year agreement is now close that would keep him with the club through the 2026 campaign.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-in/lists/inter-miami-luis-suarez-reportedly-nearing-agreement-on-new-contract-for-uruguayan-legend/blt86d12b2c2b254667" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Miami, Suarez nearing one-year contract extension

Manchester United are firmly in the race to sign Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, who has a £65 million ($87.3m) clause which can be activated from January 1st.United's hierarchy views the opportunity to sign the 25-year-old Ghana international as one they must genuinely consider, per the <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-antoine-semenyo-bournemouth-ruben-amorim-b2885587.html" target="_blank">Independent</a>, especially given Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo's upcoming Africa Cup of Nations duties, which would deplete their attacking options.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-antoine-semenyo-transfer-ruben-amorim-spurs-man-city-liverpool-bournemouth/blt6a418656caedff26" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Man Utd enter £65m Semenyo race

Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah has been tipped to make a shock return to Serie A as Reds legend opens up on 'solution' to the Egyptian's transfer saga.Speaking to <a href="https://www.jeffbet.net/" target="_blank">JeffBet</a>, ex-Reds star Dietmar Hamann said: "If Salah doesn't want to accept that he won't play, and keeps talking about not having the backing of the manager, then he and the club need to find a solution. That solution may be that they go their separate ways. I don't think Salah wants to go to Saudi Arabia because he rejected an offer last year. There would be European clubs still interested in him. The top clubs in Spain, Germany and England may not want to sign him, but I can see him going back to Italy, maybe. That league is known to bring experienced players in and bring them back to their best. Inter Milan has signed similar players in recent years. I can't see him joining Bayern Munich or the two Spanish giants. The top clubs in England don't need his services either."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/mohamed-salah-tipped-to-make-shock-return-to-serie-a-liverpool-legend-reveals-solution/blt84660171a0efc77d" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Salah tipped to make shock return to Serie A

Japanese international defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has officially joined Dutch club Ajax on a short-term contract, seeking to rebuild his career after a challenging period with injuries at Arsenal. The 27-year-old was a free agent after mutually agreeing to terminate his deal with the Gunners in July of this year.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/ajax-sign-takehiro-tomiyasu-arsenal/bltc846047910db2c92" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Ajax sign former Gunner Tomiyasu on free transfer

English defender Archie Brown faces a humiliating exit from Fenerbahce just months after his high-profile summer switch to the Turkish giants. The 22-year-old famously snubbed a move to AC Milan to join Jose Mourinho’s revolution in Istanbul, but with the Portuguese manager having already departed and new head coach Domenico Tedesco swinging the axe, Brown’s Turkish adventure appears to be over before it truly began.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/english-full-back-archie-brown-sold-fenerbahce-months-turning-back-ac-milan-agreement-turkish-giants-jose-mourinho/bltcaf052d6fecc9e53" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

English full-back Brown to be sold by Fenerbahce

Former Manchester United starlet Zidane Iqbal has been told he can leave Utrecht in January, with head coach Ron Jans admitting the midfielder's "head wasn't in it" recently.Speaking to Dutch outlet <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/voetbal/fc-utrecht-stuurt-aan-op-vertrek-van-irakees-international-zidane-iqbal-in-januari/114163394.html" target="_blank">De Telegraaf</a>, Jans said: "We have to look in January. We think it is best for all parties if another solution is found. He can look for another club. Lately I thought that his head wasn't in it, but I never had disciplinary problems with him. Zidane does not feel happy with his current role. Then you have to look for another solution."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/best-all-parties-man-utd-youngster-january-sale-utrecht-coach-accuses-lack-focus-being-banished-senior-team/blte9c2e79dc7c199e7" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

Ex-Man Utd youngster to be sold in January

Manchester United have been advised to explore a transfer move for USMNT star Christian Pulisic, with the AC Milan talisman being told that he could become one of the most famous American players ever if he moved to Old Trafford.Speaking in association with gambling portal <a href="https://britishgambler.co.uk/" target="_blank">British Gambler</a> - told GOAL: "I can see that. He is another player that went to Chelsea. He didn’t wear the No.9 shirt but was one of those forwards that went to Chelsea at that given time and it just doesn’t work out. They live in the world of [Didier] Drogba. They have every right to do that, because even now he has been the best lone striker in the Premier League. No-one else has eclipsed him for what he gave as a No.9. No-one else is using their No.9, as a lone striker, in that way to play off. If you wanted someone to run behind, he would do that. If you wanted someone to bully people and stop them, he would do that job. No-one else does that. When you look at him [Pulisic] you see someone that has got ability one-on-ones, can go either flank, beat somewhere there, but is just as good in the middle. He moves across and you don’t have to ask him to run."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-transfer-christian-pulisic-usmnt-star-famous-american-players-ever-old-trafford/blt9d0859061c10ad4d" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL</a>.

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