Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko described the 2024-25 season as the 'worst season' of his career, as he claimed that Mikel Arteta stopped believing in him. The Ukrainian defender started in only five Premier League matches throughout the campaign, including the opener against Wolves, despite limited injury issues.
Arsenal are yet to make progress in their transfer pursuit of Eberechi Eze, while Tottenham Hotspur have reignited their interest in the Crystal Palace talisman. Eze reportedly has a release clause in his current contract worth £68 million ($92m/€79m), which is active until August 15. The Gunners have added firepower to their attack this summer by signing Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres.
Chelsea star Cole Palmer had some hilariously cheeky answers to questions about his Fantasy Premier League rating. The England international is valued at £10.5 million in FPL for the 2025-26 campaign, which actually shocked Palmer. After emerging as the Blues' top goal-scorer in back-to-back seasons, the attacking midfielder is gearing up for yet another stellar campaign.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk scored an outrageous goal during a training session, while claiming he 'likes a challenge'. The Reds skipper's recent performances have come under scrutiny after the club conceded in five of their six pre-season friendlies. At the same time, the English champions also squandered their lead twice and lost to Crystal Palace in the Community Shield.
Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has opened up on his tough experience of playing at Bayern Munich under then-manager Julian Nagelsmann, as the Dutchman struggled for game time at Allianz Arena after completing a dream move from Ajax. Gravenberch lasted just one season in Munich before being sold to Liverpool, where the Netherlands international started to grow in stature.
Chelsea have revealed their stance on Nicolas Jackson's transfer this summer, as the Senegalese continues to be linked with moves away from Stamford Bridge. The Blues have signed Liam Delap and Joao Pedro to strengthen their attack in this transfer window and both forwards have shown early promise by performing fairly well in the Club World Cup, where Enzo Maresca's side emerged victorious.
Marc Guehi is set to stay at Crystal Palace for the 2025-26 campaign despite strong interest from Premier League champions Liverpool. The Reds have been linked with a move for the English defender for a long time now, however, they are far from reaching an agreement with the Eagles over a fee for Guehi, who is into the final year of his current contract.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has responded to links with Nicolas Jackson, while they Bavarian giants remain keen on signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea this summer. Jackson has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge, following the additions of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap to the Blues' attack, which will limit Jackson's game time.
Erling Haaland showed off a new look in a Manchester City training session as he returned to his old centre-parting hairstyle. After a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, which was affected by injuries, the Norwegian goal machine is raring to take the field as the new season approaches. The Cityzens had a fruitful summer transfer window and will aim to regain their long-lost form this year.
Manchester United legend Roy Keane is set to welcome another grandchild after daughter Leah and her fiancé, England international Taylor Harwood-Bellis, revealed they are expecting a baby.
Manchester United, who are looking to sell out-of-favour winger Jadon Sancho, could be forced to send him out on loan once again despite interest from Turkish giants Besiktas. United want a permanent solution for Sancho as he is into the final year of his contract, although the Premier League side have an option to extend the deal by a year.
Gianluigi Donnarumma's agent claims the Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper wants to play in the Premier League, but has denied talk of a move to Manchester City.
Granit Xhaka has sensationally returned to the Premier League, signing for Sunderland in a £17 million ($23m) deal that has left Germany legend Lothar Matthaus fuming at Bayer Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag. Matthaus believes Ten Hag should have done more to keep hold of the 31-year-old, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title run in 2023-2024.
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