Peter McVitie

Lincoln Henrique has unleashed a verbal volley at Jose Mourinho, claiming the Portuguese manager treated him with total disrespect during their brief overlap at Fenerbahce. The Brazilian midfielder alleges he was frozen out without explanation and accuses the "Special One" of lacking character in a damning assessment of his former boss, insisting that personal integrity matters more than a trophy cabinet filled with silverware.

Manchester United have reached a groundbreaking agreement with North American production giant Lionsgate to develop a dramatised retelling of the club’s storied history. The project is being conceptualised with a style similar to Netflix’s royal hit The Crown, with the club set to receive a guaranteed sum in the low multi-millions should the series be produced and sold to a major streaming platform.

Getafe defender Davinchi has confirmed the tragic death of his father in Sunday's rail disaster in southern Spain. David Cordon Cano, 50, was one of 42 victims killed in the collision near Córdoba while returning from his son's match in Madrid. The 18-year-old paid a heartbreaking tribute to his "brightest star," promising to never give up in honour of the former beach soccer international.

Manchester United defender Leny Yoro has snubbed club icon Rio Ferdinand in a battle of defensive legends, crowning Sergio Ramos as his ultimate centre-back instead. In an exclusive interview with GOAL, in association with adidas, the French teenager explained his decision-making process, admitting his own playing style mirrors Ferdinand’s but ultimately gave the nod to the Real Madrid hero.

Gareth Bale has pinpointed exactly why Xabi Alonso’s tenure at Real Madrid ended in failure, claiming the Spaniard fell short in one crucial area despite his tactical brilliance. The five-time Champions League winner believes the unique pressure of the Santiago Bernabeu requires a "manager" capable of handling fragile egos rather than a tactical "coach", a nuance he suggests proved fatal for his former colleague.

Liam Rosenior has offered a shock lifeline to Axel Disasi, welcoming the defender back into first-team training after a year in the wilderness. The move comes as Chelsea suffer a significant defensive blow with Tosin Adarabioyo ruled out for several weeks due to a hamstring injury. However, there is no such reprieve for Raheem Sterling, who remains exiled from the main group as the club frantically seek a permanent exit before the January transfer window shuts.

Scott McTominay has branded Napoli's performance "unacceptable" after the Serie A champions failed to beat 10-man Copenhagen, leaving their Champions League hopes hanging by a thread. The Scotland international scored but was left fuming as his side threw away the lead, with manager Antonio Conte warning that the team's level might not be high enough for Europe following a "huge" missed opportunity.

Luis Enrique has launched a furious tirade against the nature of the sport, labelling it "sh*tty football" after watching his Paris Saint-Germain side suffer a 2-1 defeat to Sporting Lisbon. The Spanish manager insisted it was the "best away match" of his tenure and claimed the result was a total injustice, leaving the French champions' hopes of a top-eight finish hanging in the balance ahead of a crucial showdown with Newcastle.

Birmingham City have reportedly moved into pole position to sign Brighton & Hove Albion winger Jeremy Sarmiento, dealing a significant blow to ambitious rivals Wrexham. The Championship club are closing in on a permanent deal for the Ecuador international, with Blues owner Tom Brady seemingly getting one over on Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac in the battle of the high-profile American owners.

Monaco defender Caio Henrique has revealed that the squad are frequently left saying "damn" when watching Paul Pogba train, despite the midfielder playing just three brief appearances this season. The Brazilian opened up on the World Cup winner's "phenomenal" impact behind the scenes, insisting the former Manchester United star is ready to reach his "best level" again after his long absence from the game.

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has launched a passionate defence of Brahim Diaz following the Real Madrid star's "bizarre" penalty miss in the Africa Cup of Nations final. The Spaniard insisted the forward is "neither an assassin nor a bad person" for attempting a Panenka in stoppage time, while Sergio Ramos has told his former team-mate to keep his head held high after the heartbreaking defeat to Senegal.

Dominik Szoboszlai has revealed he spoke to Mohamed Salah "almost every day" during the Africa Cup of Nations but refused to clarify the forward's future following his explosive interview about Arne Slot. The midfielder insisted the ongoing saga regarding the Egyptian's broken relationship with his head coach is strictly "between the manager and the club," as uncertainty around the star's situation lingers.

Herve Renard has heaped praise on Sadio Mane for his "heroic" intervention during the chaotic Africa Cup Of Nations final against Morocco. The former Liverpool star is credited with saving the match from abandonment after refusing to leave the pitch and convincing his team-mates to return, with Renard declaring that no other player "comes close" in terms of status in the West African nation.

Jamie Carragher has delivered a brutal verdict on Michael Carrick’s chances of landing the Manchester United job permanently, claiming the interim boss lacks the "special" quality required to win the Premier League. Despite a recent derby win over City, the Liverpool legend omitted Carrick from his final four-man shortlist, instead tipping a current international manager to take the reins at Old Trafford this summer.

Thomas Frank insists he retains the full backing of the Tottenham board despite fans calling for his head after the West Ham defeat. The Dane revealed he held a "friendly lunch" with club chiefs on Monday, claiming the atmosphere remains normal ahead of a crucial Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund. He faces the Germans with a decimated squad featuring only 11 fit outfield players.

Raheem Sterling is reportedly ready to snub interest from Italian champions Napoli as he pushes for a move to a Premier League rival. The Chelsea outcast, who has been frozen out at Stamford Bridge, is desperate to remain in the capital for personal reasons and has identified Fulham as his preferred destination.

Hansi Flick has been dealt a fresh injury blow ahead of Barcelona's critical Champions League trip to Slavia Prague, with Ferran Torres ruled out for approximately 10 days with a hamstring issue. The Spaniard joins the suspended Lamine Yamal on the sidelines, leaving the Catalans short in attack. However, there is positive news for the Blaugrana as Raphinha returns to the squad, providing a timely boost as the club chases a top-eight finish to avoid the dreaded play-off round.

Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz has been subjected to a withering attack by Jerome Rothen following his disastrous Panenka penalty in the African Cup Of Nations final. The former Paris Saint-Germain winger accused Diaz of "wanting to humiliate" Senegal and claimed the "scandalous" attempt showed a total lack of respect for the Moroccan people's 50-year wait for silverware.