Manchester United and Liverpool have reportedly initiated contact with AC Milan to explore a summer move for Portuguese superstar Rafael Leao. With a reported valuation of £60 million ($81m), both Premier League giants are eager to secure the 26-year-old’s signature before his price potentially skyrockets following the 2026 World Cup in North America.
To paraphrase the great Homer Simpson, it is not only easy to criticise, but fun, too. It is quite simple to sit and judge from this ivory tower, but hey, that's football after all, merely a game of opinions. Being a Premier League manager must be one of the loneliest gigs in the world, particularly when results are wayward and your job security is the subject of international speculation.
Roberto De Zerbi has admitted Tottenham are "full of problems" as they fight to avoid a historic relegation from the Premier League. The Italian manager has called on his squad to ignore the noise surrounding their rivals aiming to avoid the drop and to focus on securing a first league win of 2026.
Andoni Iraola has finally addressed the mounting speculation regarding his impending departure from Bournemouth at the end of the season. Following recent links to a lucrative offer from Crystal Palace and interest from top clubs in La Liga and the Bundesliga, the Spaniard clarified his stance. He insists the difficult decision to leave was not influenced by any other team.
Liverpool have entered the race to sign Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton as they look to overhaul their midfield options ahead of next season. The Reds are reportedly facing a period of transition in the engine room with several high-profile stars, including Alexis Mac Allister, linked with departures from Anfield.
American tycoon John Textor has expressed a bold desire to expand his multi-club football empire by launching an ambitious takeover bid for Eintracht Frankfurt. The former Crystal Palace shareholder claimed to be the "perfect" investor for the German side, citing ancestral links to the city as he looked to add a Bundesliga heavyweight to his global portfolio.
Andoni Iraola is highly sought after as he prepares to leave Bournemouth at the end of the season. While Crystal Palace have reportedly already presented a lucrative, multi-million-pound contract to secure the Spanish manager, Bayer Leverkusen are also closely monitoring his situation. The German club hope to convince him to take over their long-term project this summer.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has accepted responsibility for his side's damaging 2-1 Premier League defeat against Crystal Palace. The Magpies appeared to be heading for a much-needed victory at Selhurst Park before two late strikes from Jean-Philippe Mateta left the visitors empty-handed once again.
Crystal Palace dismantled Fiorentina with a ruthless 3-0 victory at Selhurst Park, leveraging a high-intensity 3-4-2-1 system to exploit the visitors' defensive frailties. While Fiorentina maintained a slight edge in possession, Oliver Glasner’s side dominated the quality of chances, accumulating a staggering 3.45 xG to secure a commanding Conference League result.
Crystal Palace delivered a tactical masterclass at Selhurst Park to sweep aside Fiorentina with a convincing 3-0 victory. Jean-Philippe Mateta was the protagonist, scoring once and providing another as Oliver Glasner's side took control of their Conference League destiny.
Chelsea have reiterated that Josh Acheampong is not for sale despite his limited playing time this season. The versatile defender remains a key part of the club’s long-term vision despite alleged interest from European giants Bayern Munich.
Chris Richards has already spent time on the books of Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich, but will the USMNT star see his career path lead back to a club of that size and stature? Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison has explained to GOAL why the Eagles defender is destined for big things, with questions being asked of his future amid contract uncertainty at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace are bracing for a surge of interest in Maxence Lacroix after the defender made his senior international debut for France. Liverpool, Chelsea, and Aston Villa are all reportedly monitoring the 25-year-old, who has established himself as the fastest centre-back in the Premier League this season. With no release clause in his current deal, the Eagles face a major battle to retain their defensive lynchpin this summer.
Daniel Munoz is considered to be one of the Premier League’s most complete right-backs, but the Crystal Palace defender has been told who ranks above him in those stakes and why a dream transfer to Manchester United “might not happen”. That assessment has been delivered to GOAL in an exclusive interview by former Eagles striker Clinton Morrison.
Manchester United are said to be one of Adam Wharton’s many suitors, with ex-Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison telling GOAL of a transfer fee that the Eagles would “bite your hand off” for. At 22 years of age, Blackburn academy graduate Wharton is far from being the finished article. He is, however, generating plenty of interest ahead of the summer window.
Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has weighed in on the club's midfield recruitment strategy as the Red Devils look to bolster their squad for a potential Champions League return. The former treble winner identified Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson as primary targets. Butt believes one of these Premier League-proven talents is the ideal candidate to liberate Kobbie Mainoo in a more advanced role.
Oliver Glasner has been informed that he may have talked himself out of contention for Manchester United’s managerial post, with the Crystal Palace boss receiving a “stepping stone” warning. The Austrian was considered to be a leading contender to take charge at Old Trafford following Ruben Amorim’s departure, but Clinton Morrison has told GOAL why a more scenic route to the top may have to be taken.
Declan Rice is being held up as the perfect role model for England international team-mate Adam Wharton, with the Crystal Palace midfielder having one obvious area of his game to address. The 22-year-old playmaker is considered to be one of the Premier League’s hottest prospects, but he is yet to score a goal for the Eagles. Clinton Morrison has addressed that shock statistic with GOAL and explained who Wharton needs to look at for inspiration.
Crystal Palace are considering a surprise move to appoint Andoni Iraola as their new manager this summer. With Oliver Glasner set to leave Selhurst Park at the end of the current campaign, the London club view the highly-rated Bournemouth boss as the ideal candidate to build upon their recent success, which includes securing European football and winning the FA Cup last year.
Arsenal defender William Saliba has officially withdrawn from the France squad for their upcoming friendly fixtures in the United States. The 24-year-old was forced to pull out just 24 hours after playing the full 90 minutes in the Gunners' Carabao Cup final defeat at Wembley. Consequently, Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix has been handed his maiden senior call-up to replace the injured star.
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