Former Everton senior scout Bryan King has urged Chelsea striker Liam Delap to leave Stamford Bridge for Goodison Park this summer to rebuild his career. Following a difficult debut campaign in West London, Delap has been advised to follow the pathway carved out by Romelu Lukaku when he made a similar move early in his career.
Arsenal have sensationally entered the race for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero as Mikel Arteta looks to solve a growing defensive crisis. The Gunners have reportedly made contact with the Argentine’s representatives to explore a cross-London switch that would rock the Premier League.
The 23-cap England international finds himself at another career crossroads, having dropped into the free agency pool following an underwhelming loan stint at Aston Villa
Serie A side Bologna have turned down a €30m offer from Everton for English winger Jonathan Rowe and made it clear they are unwilling to part ways with the player this summer. The Toffees explored increasing their proposal to €35m, but the Italian club remain determined to keep hold of the 23-year-old following key squad departures.
Ally McCoist has identified Xabi Alonso’s revamped Chelsea side as the primary dark horse to challenge Arsenal for the Premier League crown this season. After the Gunners ended a 22-year drought to secure the title last term, Mikel Arteta is now focused on a historic defence aided by high-profile summer recruitment.
Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has urged new manager Xabi Alonso to replace goalkeeper Robert Sanchez ahead of the upcoming Premier League campaign. Alonso has overseen a major summer squad rebuilding process following a disappointing tenth-place finish last term, but Leboeuf insists the Spaniard must prioritise bringing in a new shot-stopper.
Manchester United have officially announced the arrival of their sixth signing of the summer transfer window as Cristian Orozco completes his move to the Premier League. The highly-rated Colombian midfielder joins the Red Devils following his 18th birthday, marking the next phase of the club's recruitment strategy.
Man City boss Enzo Maresca has reportedly set his sights on Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez as his primary target to replace the departing Rodri. The Italian tactician, who worked closely with the Argentine during his tenure at Stamford Bridge, believes the 2022 World Cup winner is the ideal candidate to anchor the Citizens' midfield.
Tottenham Hotspur have received a massive boost as star defender Micky van de Ven is close to finalising a new long-term contract. The Netherlands international has experienced a change of heart regarding his future following a period of significant instability in North London.
Leeds United have completed the marquee signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City in a deal worth a staggering £45 million. The transfer sets a new benchmark for British goalkeepers as Daniel Farke looks to overhaul his defensive options at Elland Road following high-profile summer exits.
Manchester United have implemented a significant change to their contract negotiations in a bid to fix a broken financial model that has plagued the club for a decade. The Red Devils have introduced a specific performance-related clause that prevents squad players from earning massive pay rises simply by being on the books during a successful season.
Barcelona have moved into pole position to pull off one of the most audacious transfers in recent memory, securing the green light from Manchester City midfielder Rodri. The Spanish international has reportedly given his approval to the Blaugrana's sporting department, effectively ending Real Madrid's hopes of bringing the midfield anchor back to the capital.
Brighton & Hove Albion have been dealt a significant blow ahead of the 2026-27 campaign with the news that Carlos Baleba has sustained an ankle ligament injury. The Cameroon international is now facing a period on the sidelines, leaving head coach Fabian Hurzeler with a selection headache as the competitive action approaches.
Mikel Arteta is a graduate of the Arsene Wenger and Pep Guardiola school of coaching, with ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Graham Stack explaining to GOAL the similarities that a title-winning tactician at Emirates Stadium shares with other Premier League champions. Arteta has become a managerial master in his own right, with important lessons being learned along the way.
Liverpool are sensationally weighing up a move to bring England’s World Cup breakout star Djed Spence to Anfield this summer. The Tottenham defender has seen his stock skyrocket after a series of dominant displays in North America, prompting the Reds to consider a major defensive reinforcement.
Gianni Infantino is facing explosive new allegations after leaked documents suggested he was involved in discussions to bring the European Super League under FIFA’s umbrella. While the broader football community opposed the breakaway project in 2021, reports indicate the FIFA president explored the possibility of branding the competition as the "FIFA Super League."
Marcus Rashford is seemingly set to be absorbed back into the fold at Manchester United, with Lee Sharpe explaining to GOAL why the England international is worth a calculated transfer risk. A home-grown star at Old Trafford was considered to have “downed tools” before heading out on loan, but is talented enough that a new contract at the Theatre of Dreams cannot be entirely ruled out.
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