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De Cat reveals stance on January exit amid Spurs interest

Anderlecht’s teenage sensation Nathan De Cat has spoken publicly about growing Premier League interest from Tottenham and Aston Villa, insisting he has “no intention” of leaving in January despite major clubs tracking his rise. With the 17-year-old already valued at over €20 million (£17.5m/$23m) and viewed as one of Europe’s elite young midfielders, speculation continues to mount.

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Belgian wonderkid urged to avoid Premier League transfer

Highly rated Anderlecht midfielder Nathan de Cat has been urged to steer clear of a Premier League move despite rising interest from Tottenham, Aston Villa and Brighton. With Europe’s elite monitoring the 17-year-old, analyst Marc Degryse believes the starlet must develop in Germany before taking the leap to England, warning that an early step to the Premier League could stunt his long-term rise.

Hidden Gems FC: The rise of Canada's 'Baby Lukaku' David

'Baby Lukaku'. That is the nickname, coined by Romelu Lukaku's former team-mate Kevin Mirallas, that Belgian journalists love to use when they write about Promise David. It's easy to see why, too, with the Union Saint-Gilloise striker one of European football's most unsung talents, a true Hidden Gem.

Bayern and Dortmund among top clubs in for Anderlecht's midfield prodigy

Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund have entered a high-stakes battle for Anderlecht’s 17-year-old prodigy Nathan De Cat. The Belgian youth international has risen rapidly from academy standout to first-team regular, attracting top clubs with his tactical intelligence and dominant performances. With his contract running until 2027, De Cat has become the centre of a transfer race between the two Bundesliga giants.

'I dream of wearing the Milan shirt' - Brugge striker reveals transfer wish

Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi confessed that he "dreams of wearing the AC Milan shirt" one day, adding that he regularly watches Massimiliano Allegri's team. This past summer, the Rossoneri signed Swiss international Ardon Jashari from Brugge in what was a record transfer fee received by the Belgian Pro League giants. Tresoldi dreams of following a similar pathway to the Serie A.

Why Man Utd are signing Lammens to solve 'keeper crisis

The Red Devils have agreed a deal sign the Royal Antwerp shot-stopper amid continued concerns over Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir's competency

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Union St.Gilloise	29	18	9	2	47	16	31	63	W W D W D
2	Club Brugge	29	19	3	7	55	35	20	60	W D W W W
3	St.Truiden	29	18	3	8	46	32	14	57	L W L W W
4	KV Mechelen	29	12	9	8	38	33	5	45	W L W W L
5	Anderlecht	29	12	8	9	41	36	5	44	L D W W D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Union St.Gilloise

W
W
D
W
D

Club Brugge

W
D
W
W
W

St.Truiden

L
W
L
W
W

KV Mechelen

W
L
W
W
L

Anderlecht

L
D
W
W
D

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Liga MX titles?

Club America hold the record for the most Liga MX titles, having secured the championship 15 times.

How many teams are in the Liga MX?

Liga MX consists of a single table featuring 18 teams that compete in two annual tournaments, known as the Apertura and Clausura. This format allows for two champions to be crowned each season, fostering a dynamic and competitive environment in Mexican football.

Who has made the most Liga MX appearances ever?

Oscar Perez holds the record for the most appearances in Liga MX history, having played in an impressive 741 matches throughout his career.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Liga MX?

Brazilian-born Cabinho is Liga MX's all-time topscorer. Cabinho scored an impressive 312 goals in just 415 games, featuring for sides like Tigres UANL, Leon, Atlante, and UNAM.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Liga MX?

Former attacking midfielder Rubens Sambueza, who hails from Argentina, is the player with the most assists in Liga MX, registering 115 assists in 456 games.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Liga MX and how old was he?

Oscar Perez holds the record of being the oldest player to feature in Liga MX history. The legendary Mexican goalkeeper was 45 years and 247 days old when he achieved this feat in 2018.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Liga MX and how old was he?

Victor Manon, at the age of 15 years and 217 days, became the youngest player to ever feature in a Liga MX game. Manon was playing for Pachuca at the time.

Which famous players have played in the Liga MX?

Liga MX has seen a number of prominent players who have made significant contributions to the league. Notable figures include Hugo Sanchez, Rafael Marquez, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Carlos Vela, Andres Guardado, and Oribe Peralta.

Which famous managers have managed in the Liga MX?

Ricardo Ferretti, Miguel Herrera, Javier Aguirre, Guillermo Vazquez, and Matías Almeyda are among the most eminent managers in Liga MX history.

What is the biggest stadium in the Liga MX?

Estadio Azteca, which is the home of reigning Clausara champions Club America, is the biggest stadium in Liga MX. Azteca has an official capacity of 87,523.