Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has sent a clear message to new manager Andoni Iraola, insisting the club must enter the transfer market for a specialist defensive midfielder before the deadline. The former Reds captain believes the lack of a genuine anchor has left the team vulnerable following a mixed start to the new Premier League campaign.
Marcus Rashford has made a dramatic U-turn on his future, ruling out a shock transfer to Arsenal before Deadline Day. The forward was heavily linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer but has now firmly decided against joining a direct Premier League rival, choosing instead to stay and fight for his place in the current squad.
Cristiano Ronaldo moved one step closer to an unprecedented milestone of 1,000 career goals after helping Al Nassr secure a crucial 2-1 victory over Al Taawoun. The forward’s latest strike in the 50th minute takes his career tally to 978 goals, pushing his team to the very top of the league table while extending an incredible run of consecutive scoring matches.
Erling Haaland has officially opened his account for the new Premier League season, proving that a change in appearance has done little to diminish his clinical edge in front of goal. The Manchester City talisman found the net against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, further cementing his status as the division's most feared marksman.
Manchester City have made a surprise entry into the intense transfer race for Julian Alvarez. The English champions are exploring a sensational loan return for the Argentine striker, actively looking to hijack Arsenal's massive proposed deal for the Atletico Madrid star in the frantic final days of the summer transfer window.
