Nick Woltemade poses a transfer “problem” for Newcastle, with Dietmar Hamann explaining to GOAL what the “best solution” for the German striker could be ahead of the summer deadline passing. The towering frontman has only spent 12 months at St James’ Park, following a big-money move, but could soon bid farewell to Tyneside and the Premier League.
Noni Madueke has opened up on his involvement in convincing England team-mate Ezri Konsa to sign for reigning Premier League champions Arsenal. The 28-year-old defender finalised a blockbuster £55 million switch from Aston Villa earlier this month, bolstering Mikel Arteta's squad for their title defence.
Emiliano Martinez has completed a whirlwind move to Chelsea, arriving from Aston Villa to bolster the goalkeeping ranks at Stamford Bridge. The World Cup winner has already made his presence felt, not just with his performance on the pitch, but by taking on one of the most significant squad numbers in the club's modern history.
Manchester United won the last of their 13 Premier League titles in 2013 as Sir Alex Ferguson walked away. A 13-year barren run has been endured, but are the Red Devils closing in on top spot once more? Former captain Steve Bruce has answered that question for GOAL, with Michael Carrick’s side being warned that they are a “long way short of Arsenal” at present.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has voiced his frustration with Michael Carrick after the Red Devils boss opted against handing wonderkid Shea Lacey Premier League minutes. Despite a comfortable 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, Rooney believes a major chance to develop the club's next generation was wasted.
Juventus have identified Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade as a surprise target in the final stages of the summer transfer window. The Bianconeri are reshaping their attack and could turn to the German youth international as they look to bolster their offensive options under the new project in Turin.
Liverpool’s summer signing Ronald Araujo has admitted he is still coming to terms with the relentless pace of English football following his high-profile loan move from Barcelona. The Uruguayan international arrived at Anfield to bolster a defensive line that saw Ibrahima Konate depart for Real Madrid earlier in the window.
Florian Wirtz briefly became the most expensive player in British football when joining Liverpool for £116 million ($157m) in 2025, but could he be sold without ever producing his best in the Premier League? The 23-year-old’s fellow German, and former Reds midfielder Dietmar Hamann, has told GOAL when transfer speculation an Anfield will be ramped up.
In Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro, do Chelsea boast the Premier League’s best attacking unit? Blues legend Ruud Gullit has answered that question for GOAL. Following another summer of big spending at Stamford Bridge, and further change in the dugout, the west London heavyweights are certainly not short on fearsome firepower.
Alexander Isak has scored his first goal of the season for Liverpool, but Joe Hart believes his Anfield teammates still lack trust in the £125 million striker. Despite finding the net in a frustrating draw with Nottingham Forest, the Swedish international looked largely isolated in Andoni Iraola's system.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed any suggestion that his club shares a friendly relationship with Chelsea, despite a flurry of high-profile transfers between the two sides this summer. The Spaniard insisted that the competitive nature of the Premier League means both teams are effectively out to "kill" one another on and off the pitch.
Dietmar Hamann has told GOAL how Phil Foden can rediscover his spark at Manchester City following a “very draining” spell under Pep Guardiola. The England international is considered to be an “exceptional” player and is being backed to take his “big chance” under new boss Enzo Maresca - with a clean slate having been presented to the 26-year-old playmaker.
Leon Goretzka took plenty of time in his search for his next club and was already in danger of becoming one of the losers of the transfer summer. He has now chosen a club facing a Herculean task.
Gary Neville has made a bold prediction regarding the Premier League title race, insisting that Arsenal’s defensive superiority makes them the team to beat this season. Despite impressive victories for his former club Manchester United and a resurgent Chelsea side, the pundit believes Mikel Arteta has built a unit that is simply unmatched across the division.
Ruben Amorim is reportedly looking to raid his former employers as AC Milan consider a stunning late move for Manchester United defender Leny Yoro. The Rossoneri boss is said to be keen on a reunion with the young Frenchman, who has endured a testing start to life at Old Trafford since his big-money move from Lille.
Xabi Alonso has insisted he will do whatever it takes to win after Chelsea recorded their lowest-ever possession figures in a Premier League match during a chaotic victory over Brighton. Despite securing a perfect start to the campaign, the Blues’ reliance on counter-attacking efficiency over ball retention has raised eyebrows across the division.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confessed that both Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto could depart Stamford Bridge before Tuesday's transfer deadline. Fernandez was notably absent from the Blues' recent victory over Brighton as Manchester City prepare a mammoth British record bid for the Argentine midfielder.
Manchester United finally kickstarted their Premier League season with a dominant 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town, providing Michael Carrick with his first win as permanent head coach. However, the jubilant atmosphere at Old Trafford was not shared by everyone, as one key star admitted to being ‘angry’ with his individual contribution.
Barcelona are on the verge of completing a significant swoop for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus as Hansi Flick looks to bolster his attacking options at the Spotify Camp Nou. The Brazilian international is expected to travel to Spain shortly to finalise the details of a move that marks a major shift in the Gunners' forward line.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has been urged to immediately replace Luke Shaw following the defender's disastrous performance during Sunday's 5-2 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town. Despite the team bouncing back with a resounding win, the left-back's alarming defensive vulnerabilities have led to severe criticism, labelling him as a core part of their ongoing issues.
The former Real Salt Lake teenager got his first taste of Prem action, while Musah impressed in Milan’s midfield and Cardoso’s lack of minutes at Atletico Madrid raised fresh questions.
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