Tag Futebol

Manchester United’s poor start to the 2025/26 season has once again cranked up the pressure on manager Ruben Amorim, with uncertainty now emerging around his future.

The 40-year-old took the reins last November, but was unable to catapult the Red Devils up the Premier League table – subsequently ending the year in a record-low 15th place.

However, after £200m worth of new additions during the off-season, he’s been unable to transform the side, already losing 50% of their top-flight outings to date.

His side even got knocked out at the first hurdle in the Carabao Cup, losing to League Two side Grimsby Town on penalties, something which has no doubt pushed him closer to the exit door.

Despite constant reports that no change of manager is expected in the immediate future, numerous managers are being lined up to potentially take the reins at Old Trafford.

Man Utd’s manager hunt to replace Amorim

Over the last couple of days, Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has been hugely linked with the role at United – understandably so given his recent form at Selhurst Park.

The Austrian has led the Eagles to an 18-game unbeaten run, beating Liverpool at the weekend and subsequently adding to their recent FA Cup and Community Shield triumphs.

However, he’s not the only boss currently in their sights at present, with the Red Devils hierarchy considering a move for Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola, according to The Sun.

Their report claims that the United board are hugely impressed with his work at the Vitality and could be tempted to make a move should Amorim be given his marching orders.

It also states that he’s part of the club’s current shortlist to replace the 40-year-old, currently sitting alongside Glasner, but it remains to be seen if they are set to pursue either of the aforementioned candidates.

Why United’s latest target would be their answer to Arteta

Whilst Arsenal are a club very few United fans are content with, many of the supporters must be feeling an ounce of jealously in the direction of the Gunners under Mikel Arteta.

The Spaniard is nearing six years in charge at the Emirates, only winning one major trophy, but he’s transformed the side into consistent Premier League title contenders.

His side have finished as runners up in each of the last three years, but could go one further this time around, subsequently showing glimpses of a successful side – as seen by their late comeback against Newcastle United.

The 43-year-old has given the fanbase a reason to be proud of their club, something which Iraola has also done with the Cherries – but certainly on a different level to his compatriot.

He took charge of the South Coast outfit back in the summer of 2023, but has taken the club to new heights – achieving their best ever top-flight finish by ending the year in 9th last time around.

However, he’s certainly faced adversity in recent times, losing key players like Dean Huijsen, Milos Kerkez and Illia Zabarnyi to many of Europe’s giants during the recent summer.

Despite the departures, he’s led the Cherries to 6th place after the first six outings, with their only defeat coming against Liverpool on the opening day at Anfield.

In the words of journalist James Horncastle – via John Brewin of the Libero podcast – he is the “best coach in the Premier League”.

Iraola, who’s been labelled “phenomenal” by one journalist, has achieved a 40% win rate at the Vitality, winning 38 of his 94 matches in charge – subsequently doing so on a shoestring budget.

There’s no doubt he would have a huge amount of money to play with at United, which in turn could allow him to make the desired changes to try and battle with his compatriot, who’s in charge of the Gunners.

Games managed

82

Wins

31

Draws

22

Losses

29

Goals scored

120

Goals conceded

120

Points won

115

Points per game

1.40

Win percentage

37.8%

The similarities to Arteta are there for all to see, with both being the same age and making a huge impact in England’s top-flight after their respective appointments.

Both also came from the Basque Country, with United having the chance to appoint an incredible manager should they decide to pursue a move for Iraola in the months ahead.

His stint at Bournemouth has made him one of the most talented young managers in Europe, but it’s unclear how much the Cherries would demand for his signature in the months ahead.

It remains to be seen if Iraola would be open to the job at Old Trafford, but if he can replicate such talents with the Red Devils – there’s no reason as to why they can’t rise up the table under his guidance in the future.

This season's Rashford: Man Utd star is now a big "problem" for Amorim

There is much for Ruben Amorim to fix at Manchester United.

ByAngus Sinclair Sep 29, 2025

Worcestershire 156 for 4 (Brookes 51) beat Durham 155 for 6 (Rhodes 58*) by six wicketsWorcestershire Rapids had youngsters Isaac Mohammed and Ethan Brookes to thank as their brilliant cameos saw them to a comprehensive six-wicket win over Durham.Durham set a target of 156, with only Will Rhodes, 58 not out, able to cash in against a well-drilled Rapids attack.The reply sizzled from the outset, with 17-year-old Mohammed blasting 32 from just 15 balls, as his cameo put the Rapids in a good position after the powerplay.Coming in at 89 for 3, Brookes stole the show with a blistering 51, in an innings that included eight boundaries, to see his side to victory with two overs to spare.After being asked to bat first in idyllic conditions, the Durham innings stuttered during the powerplay as both Graham Clark and Ollie Robinson departed without, as their side were restricted to 37 for 2.Skipper Alex Lees looked good for his 28 but failed to kick on when he clipped a Brookes delivery straight to the hands of Ben Dwarshuis in the deep, as the visitors reached the halfway point of their innings 65 for 3.Jacob Duffy opened proceedings with a searing yorker, before the impressive Dwarshuis (1 for 28) had Ollie Robinson caught for one.Colin Ackermann struck a couple of lusty blows in his 21-run cameo but failed to capitalise on his start when he fell in underwhelming fashion, chipping the ball straight to debutant Mohammed at backward point.The Rapids’ impressive bowling performance continued to stifle the Durham run rate, as Matthew Waite (2 for 20) picked up the key wicket of Jimmy Neesham, for just five, as Rhodes continued his salvo at the other end.The cohesive display in the field and with the ball saw the Rapids on top heading into the final stages of the innings, before a 41-run partnership between Rhodes and Ben Raine was ended when Waite removed Raine in the 19th over.Dwarshuis, returned to finish the innings, as Rhodes brought up his counter-attacking half-century, as he carried his bat for a well-made 58 off 33 balls, as Durham were restricted to 155 for 6.It was debutant Isaac Mohammed, who took centre stage in the early stages of the reply, as his exhilarating knock got the Rapids off to a flying start.His 32 off just 15 balls included six boundaries, but the entertainment was brought to a close when the veteran Neesham, beat his defences with an accurate yorker.Kashif Ali joined Jake Libby, as the pair continued the fast start, with Ali helping himself to four successive boundaries in the final over of the powerplay, as the home side reached 63 for 1.The pair added 48 for the second-wicket, before the visitors struck twice in two overs, when Raine trapped Ali lbw for 25, and Callum Parkinson had Libby caught for 21, with the Rapids needing 67 to win off the remaining seven overs.Brookes then put his foot on the accelerator, taking the returning Potts for 21 off his second over, blasting three sixes in the process as he took his side to within touching distance of a memorable victory.Brookes couldn’t quite see his side home, as he fell for a brilliant 51 from just 24 balls, but with just two required for victory, a comfortable six-wicket win was wrapped up in the 18th over.

MatériaMais Notícias

O Palmeiras venceu o Atlético-MG, nesta quarta-feira (2), por 1 a 0, e abriu vantagem no confronto de oitavas de final da Libertadores. Com gol de Raphael Veiga, ainda no primeiro tempo, o Verdão saiu do Mineirão com o resultado positivo e com seu terceiro triunfo consecutivo.

continua após a publicidadeRelacionadasPalmeirasPalmeiras fecha janela sem reforços e vai apostar novamente nos planos de Abel FerreiraPalmeiras02/08/2023PalmeirasPulou o muro! Palmeiras contrata joia da base do São PauloPalmeiras02/08/2023PalmeirasOLHAR DO PORCO: A gente sempre vai acreditar em você, Palmeiras!Palmeiras02/08/2023

+ Veja tabela da Libertadores-2023 clicando aqui

Com esse resultado, o Alviverde por até empatar no Allianz Parque, na quarta-feira (9), pelo jogo de volta das oitavas, que ainda assim se classificará para as quartas de final da competição. Já o Galo precisa vencer por um gol de diferença para levar a decisão para os pênaltis, mas se quiser levar a vaga no tempo normal, necessita ganhar por dois ou mais gols.

CINCO LANCES QUE MARCARAM O DUELO

> VERDÃO EM CASA! Embora o mando fosse do Galo e com a grande maioria da torcida a favor, foi o Alviverde que tomou conta do jogo no primeiro tempo. Time da casa não se encontrou na etapa inicial e parecia mais o visitante.

continua após a publicidade

> VEIGA, SEMPRE ELE! Com domínio total das ações, o gol do Palmeiras parecia questão de tempo e ele veio em uma bela trama que fez a bola sobrar na entrada da área para Veiga arrematar de esquerda e abrir o placar.

> PRESSÃO DO GALO! Na volta do intervalo, o Atlético-MG colocou seu time mais dentro do campo do Palmeiras e começou a levar mais pressão para o adversário, que acabou ficando acuado e sem espaço para contra-atacar.

continua após a publicidade

> WEVERTON! Nas poucas chances que o Atlético-MG conseguiu converter em finalizações no gol, o goleiro do Palmeiras estava lá para mostrar segurança e impedir que os donos da casa empatassem.

> QUASE! Na reta final do jogo, ambos os times quase mexeram no placar. Primeiro o Palmeiras, com Jhon Jhon, que acertou a trave, depois com Pedrinho, que cabeceou ao lado do gol de Weverton.

PRIMEIRO TEMPO

Ao contrário do que se esperava, quem começou o jogo em cima do adversário foi o Palmeiras, que tomou conta da posse de bola e entregou poucas chances ao Atlético-MG. O Verdão criou diversas chances de gol na primeira etapa e poderia ter até saído com o placar mais elástico. O gol de Veiga acabou premiando o melhor time em campo. No entanto, o Galo teve uma boa oportunidade com Hulk, mas a bola foi para fora. Zaracho, com problemas físicos, acabou sendo substituído por Felipão antes do intervalo.

SEGUNDO TEMPO

Se o jogo foi todo do Palmeiras no primeiro tempo, ele foi todo do Atlético-MG no segundo. Com o time mais avançado no campo do adversário, o Galo não deixou o Verdão jogar. Sem contra-ataque e sem saída de trás, a equipe de Abel Ferreira recuou demais e deu algum espaço para os comandados de Felipão tentaram o empate. No entanto, o volume de jogo não foi convertido em chances, e as poucas foram neutralizadas por Weverton. No duelo das alterações, Scolari foi mais feliz do que o português.

O QUE VEM POR AÍ

Com o resultado, o Palmeiras pode até empatar no Allianz Parque, na quarta-feira (9), pela partida de volta das oitavas de final, que estará classificado para a fase de quartas de final. Já o Atlético-MG precisa vencer por um gol de diferença para levar a decisão para os pênaltis, ou por dois gols ou mais para garantir a vaga no tempo normal. Antes disso, pelo Brasileirão, o Verdão visita o Fluminense, no Maracanã, neste sábado (5), enquanto o Galo vai até a capital paulista para encarar o São Paulo, no domingo (6).

FICHA TÉCNICA
ATLÉTICO-MG 0 x 1 PALMEIRAS
Local: Mineirão, Belo Horizonte (MG)
Data e hora: 2/8/2023, às 21h30 (de Brasília)
Árbitro: Facundo Tello (ARG)
Assistentes: Diego Bonfa (ARG) e Maximiliano Del Yesso (ARG)
VAR: German Delfino (ARG)
Público: 52.587 torcedores
Cartões amarelos: Guilherme Arana (AMG), Jhon Jhon e Gabriel Menino (PAL)
Cartões vermelhos: –
Gols: Raphael Veiga (28’/1ºT) (0-1)

ATLÉTICO-MG: Everson; Saravia (Mariano, aos 35’/2ºT), Jemerson, Igor Rabello e Guilherme Arana; Otávio (Pedrinho, aos 17’/2ºT), Battaglia e Zaracho (Igor Gomes, aos 36’/2ºT); Pavón (Hyoran, Paulinho (Alan Kardec, aos 35’/2ºT) e Hulk. Técnico: Felipão.

PALMEIRAS: Weverton; Mayke, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo e Piquerez; Zé Rafael, Gabriel Menino (Richard Ríos, aos 18’/2ºT) e Raphael Veiga (Flaco López, aos 45’/2ºT); Artur (Marcos Rocha, aos 31’/2ºT), Dudu (Jhon Jhon, aos 18’/2ºT) e Rony (Breno Lopes, aos 45’/2ºT). Técnico: Abel Ferreira.

The last 12 months have certainly been tumultuous for Tottenham Hotspur, whether that be on the field under various managers or even off the field and in the boardroom.

Ange Postecoglou ended the Lilywhites’ 17-year wait for a trophy, but it wasn’t enough to maintain his position at the helm after finishing 17th in the Premier League.

Thomas Frank was brought into the club during the summer, starting a new era to try and build on the Europa League success endured at the back end of the previous campaign.

However, another new era looks set to commence off the field, after chairman Daniel Levy stepped down in recent days after spending 25 years in the role.

Many of his decisions during his time in North London have been questionable to say the least, but his move to land Djed Spence now looks to be a fantastic piece of business.

Djed Spence’s rise to stardom at Spurs

Back in the summer of 2022, Spurs completed the £20m signing of right-back Spence from Championship outfit Middlesbrough – in a move that didn’t go down well with manager Antonio Conte.

The Italian was unhappy with the addition, even stating that he didn’t want to sign the player and subsequently excluding him from his plans for the 2022/23 campaign.

After just six first-team outings that year, he left to join Rennes on loan, before also spending the entirety of the following season on loan at Leeds United and Genoa respectively.

However, the injury setbacks endured during Postecoglou’s reign last season gave the 25-year-old an opportunity to showcase his talents – something which he grabbed with both hands.

Spence ended up making 35 appearances across all competitions in 2024/25, even scoring his first Premier League goal in the win over Ipswich Town back in February.

Such a turnaround has been remarkable, especially considering he nearly left during Conte’s time at the club – with Frank now reaping the rewards of the hierarchy’s faith in the full-back.

The defender subsequently made his first England appearance in the triumph against Serbia on Tuesday night – further showcasing the sensational rise he’s endured in North London over recent months.

The player who could be Frank’s new Spence

After taking the reins during the summer, Frank will need time to implement his system that saw him take Brentford from the depths of the Championship to a consistent Premier League outfit.

However, glimpses of his tactical ability have already been evident, even beating Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad in just the second game of his tenure in North London.

He’s not been afraid to make big calls in recent weeks, even putting faith in striker Richarlison to make an impact after the Brazilian was hugely touted with a move away from the Lilywhites.

The 28-year-old already has two goals and an assist in his first three league games of 2025/26 – subsequently keeping summer addition Mathys Tel out of the starting eleven.

The Frenchman moved to the Lilywhites permanently during the off-season after spending the second half of last campaign on loan under Postecoglou – scoring three times in his 20 appearances.

However, it’s not been all plain sailing for the 20-year-old since his return to the club, failing to make a single start and being restricted to just 19 minutes of first-team action to date.

Tel’s misery has been further compounded in recent weeks, after being left out of the 25-man Champions League squad – a decision that has undoubtedly been a shock to the fanbase.

He gained a reputation for being a talented youngster at Bayern Munich, leading to one analyst claiming he can become “one of the world’s best”.

His recent snub from Frank’s side will certainly put his future at the club into huge doubt – suffering the same fate as Spence during the early months of his own spell in North London.

Games played

21

Minutes played

1287

Goals scored

3

Assists

1

Yellow cards

3

Red cards

0

Average rating

6.75

However, the right-back is evidence that players can still succeed even if they fail to make the best first impression, with Tel needing time to fulfil the potential he arrived with.

Offloading the Frenchman in the near future would be a huge mistake, potentially turning into a world beater with regular minutes away from the Lilywhites.

Competition for places isn’t a bad scenario for Frank to have, but it’s crucial he doesn’t neglect Tel’s talents, subsequently needing to manage his talents if the player is to follow in Spence’s footsteps.

Frank rates him very highly: Spurs must regret selling their answer to Rice

Tottenham Hotspur may regret offloading a star whom Thomas Frank has previously praised.

ByEthan Lamb Sep 9, 2025

Manchester United have started the 2025/26 campaign off with a wobble, and Ruben Amorim has it all to do if he is to turn things around and lead the club back into the ascendancy after so many years languishing well south of expectations.

A stuttering start to the Premier League term devolved into something of a graver concern on Wednesday evening, with League Two side Grimsby Town knocking United out of the Carabao Cup in a penalty shootout, having scored two goals apiece across the 90.

The biggest concern, undoubtedly, is that the Red Devils have been here before. Travel back to the end of the 2012/13 campaign and observe Sir Alex Ferguson’s last hurrah. There you will find Man United’s 20th league title, and there has not been another since.

United pride themselves on their deep-rooted connection with the youth scene, but it’s been a testing time in that regard too. Marcus Rashford now plies his trade for Barcelona, and Kobbie Mainoo’s struggles have come to something of a head, for the 20-year-old wants to detach himself from Amorim’s plans.

Kobbie Mainoo's Man Utd future

Man United have rejected a loan request from academy product Mainoo, with Amorim wishing to keep the prospect in his first-team squad despite limiting him to a peripheral role since replacing Erik ten Hag.

The all-action midfielder has played 73 times for United’s senior side over the past couple of years, reaching apotheosis when scoring in the FA Cup final against Manchester City, sealing silverware for Ten Hag in his second season.

Amorim appears to want Mainoo to remain in Manchester, but the young star has sat as an unused substitute for both of the club’s opening Premier League fixtures, and negotiations around an extension on his current contract, into its penultimate year, have stalled.

While retaining the services of such a young player is crucial and a core tenet of what it means to be Manchester United, Mainoos’ stance is understandable.

And if the Reds manage to pull off a deal they currently have in the pipeline, letting Mainoo leave, even just for a time, would be far more acceptable.

Man Utd lining up last-minute deal

According to Football Insider, Manchester United are plotting a last-minute move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, though they face stiff competition from Liverpool and Real Madrid.

Valued at around £100m by Eagles chairman Steve Parish, Wharton’s signature will not be an easy one to wrestle over to Old Trafford this summer, but that hardly means that INEOS and Jason Wilcox won’t give it their best shot, especially when considering the uncertainty around Mainoo’s future.

Though there are certain concerns that United don’t have the finances to complete such a deal, they had a vested interest in Brighton & Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba before the door was closed on the Cameroonian’s exit, and he has been priced in the same financial ballpark.

Why Man Utd want Adam Wharton

Amorim’s system at Man United has seen the skipper, Bruno Fernandes, forced into a deeper berth than we have become accustomed to over the years.

The Portuguese’s technical quality and playmaking ability align with the way in which Amorim envisages United playing, but this has come at a great cost for Mainoo, who is very much on the fringes of the action.

Wharton’s arrival would only be to his countryman’s personal detriment, but there’s no question that the Palace man is one of the most exciting young midfielders in Europe, and that Amorim would hit the jackpot by securing his services.

A more creative distributor and perhaps a more wily defensive asset in the middle of the park, Wharton ranks among the top 8% of central midfielders across Europe’s top five leagues over the past year for shot-creating actions, the top 13% for progressive passes, and the top 5% for ball recoveries per 90, as per FBref.

In this way, he could be the perfect piece to replace Fernandes in this deeper berth, whose playmaking ability knows no bounds. Hailed as an “absolute magician” by journalist Liam Canning, it’s clear that someone with a similar maestro-like hold on the ball-playing game needs to step in.

Most Chances Created in 24/25 PL

#

Player

Chances

1.

Bruno Fernandes

91

2.

Mohamed Salah

88

3.

Cole Palmer

86

4.

Enzo Fernandez

75

5.

Bryan Mbeumo

70

Data via StatMuse

Moreover, Wharton is more of a natural middle-placed player, echoing the defensive work of Mainoo while proving himself able to progress the ball forward, by passing and carrying it forward himself, when the need arises.

He’s been described as a “generational talent” by journalist Matthew Stanger, and proved that he can get stuck in with the best of them after leaving Blackburn Rovers in the Championship and moving to Selhurst Park in January 2024, averaging three tackles per match across that Premier League season and winning 57% of his ground duels.

Therefore, Man United would land themselves a midfield fulcrum embodying exciting attributes from these two competing players, one best fit for the central berth in Amorim’s system, one catered toward the style of football that could lift United back into the ascendancy.

Mainoo might be a terrific, homegrown talent, but if United were to succeed in their bid to sign Wharton before the imminent closure of the transfer market, any frustration or sadness around his departure or regression down the ranks would be tempered by the acknowledgement that the project would be headed in the right direction.

In any case, INEOS’ willingness to rival Europe’s biggest hitters for this rising talent makes a firm comment on their desire to return to the forefront after many years away.

Related He's like Klopp: INEOS want "incredible" boss to replace Amorim at Man Utd

Manchester United could be set to part ways with Ruben Amorim and appoint their own Jurgen Klopp.

Posts 3 ByEthan Lamb Aug 29, 2025

Crystal Palace are no strangers to losing some of their best assets to Premier League rivals.

Wilfried Zaha is the first obvious example that springs to mind, with the Eagles academy star ditching Selhurst Park for Manchester United back in 2013, only to then return to solidify his presence among the Palace greats.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka travelled down the same Zaha path in 2019 when he also relocated to Old Trafford, with Yannick Bolasie also another notable exit to Everton in 2016, when the enigmatic attacker left South London for good, for around the £30m mark.

The departure that could sting the most, however, is the impending exit of Eberechi Eze to Arsenal – no, not Tottenham Hotspur – having been catapulted to star-man status at Selhurst Park over the past few seasons, culminating in a hefty haul of 40 goals and 28 assists being tallied up.

Palace will aim to dress up their wounds quickly, though, as some statement arrivals look to be in the works.

Crystal Palace add £45m star to shortlist

The South London outfit already has targets in mind to fill Eze’s void, with the former Queens Park Rangers midfielder’s move away from the club looking inevitable, even if the destination has been altered.

Reports have suggested that the Eagles could explore bringing in Hwang Hee-chan from Wolverhampton Wanderers to add in some needed firepower, alongside other rumours indicating that the top-flight outfit is edging ever closer to adding Bilal El Khannouss from Leicester City to boost their options in the number ten spot on the pitch.

Away from both of those options, other rumours are circling involving Palace going after Southampton youngster Tyler Dibling.

TalkSPORT has recently revealed that the Eagles are the next Premier League club to enter into the queue for the standout teenager’s services, with Palace going as far as to shortlist Dibling as a potential heir to Eze.

It could cost Oliver Glasner and Co. a whopping £45m to land the Saints prodigy, but this might well be viewed as a worthwhile gamble, with the 19-year-old already possessing the potential to be a bigger talent than the soon-to-be Spurs midfielder down the line.

Why Dibling could even be a bigger talent than Eze

After all, when placing both their career trajectories side-by-side, Eze is a relative slow burner in comparison to Dibling’s explosive ascent.

The London-born midfielder wouldn’t make his debut in the bright lights of the Premier League until he was 22 years of age, while the Saints number 33 already has 33 top-flight clashes next to his name, having made his own first steps in the tough division aged just 18.

Senior side

44

4 + 3

U18s

42

11 + 5

U21s

27

8 + 6

Just a mere five clashes into this top-flight journey on the South Coast, Dibling would find the net with some confidence against Ipswich Town, with a further three big chances carved out across his 20 Premier League starts in the league. That reinforces the notion that he is a “special” talent to keep an eye out on, as he was labelled by former U21 coach Adam Asghar.

At a similar point in his own development as a teenager, Eze was making waves in the Championship with QPR, but it would take him a lot longer to get up to speed with the pressures of the Premier League, compared to his 19-year-old counterpart.

His first two campaigns at Selhurst Park would see him collect a reasonable 12 goals and assists from 53 first-team outings, not helped by Achilles tendon issues that derailed his 2021/22 season.

All of this is in the past now, obviously, with Eze going on to be known as an “unbelievable” ace for the South London side, as he was dubbed by Glasner last season, on the way to the Eagles triumphantly lifting the FA Cup in part because of the 27-year-old’s heroics.

While it has taken Eze time to get to the level he is at today, Dibling looks ready-made right now – at just 19 – to take the top-flight by storm, donning Palace claret and blue.

In time, the much-talked-about attacker could be viewed in the same light as Zaha and Eze before him, as the Eagles hope landing Dibling’s signature makes the painful loss of the 12-time England international more manageable.

Crystal Palace eyeing marquee signing of "incredible" £40m Eze replacement

The Eagles have now set their sights on a new target, who could replace Eberechi Eze.

ByDominic Lund Aug 20, 2025

Liverpool target Alexander Isak is extremely likely to leave Newcastle United if the Magpies secure a deal for Benjamin Sesko in the coming days, according to Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie.

There have been all sorts of conflicting reports flying around regarding Liverpool’s move for Isak, after the Reds’ first formal offer was officially submitted on Friday.

Shades of Coutinho: Liverpool make contact to sign "complete" £30m star

Liverpool are ready to sign a new defender after Joe Gomez’s injury.

By
Angus Sinclair

Jul 29, 2025

A bid in the region of £110m was swiftly rejected by Newcastle, and news soon followed that Liverpool would not make another attempt at a deal this summer, such was the firmness of Newcastle’s stance.

However, things have since changed with the news that RB Leipzig star Sesko has chosen Newcastle instead of Manchester United, with reports from Slovenia on Friday evening all but confirming St James’ Park will be his next destination after the Magpies submitted a bid worth €75m (£65.5m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in add-ons.

Downie: Liverpool set to make improved bid for Isak

David Ornstein revealed on Saturday that while Isak is set to return to training, Liverpool’s interest remains “ongoing”, and Downie has added further fuel to the fire in a YouTube video this weekend.

Speaking on his personal channel in a video detailing the latest news around Sesko, Downie commented on the Sweden star’s future, and it certainly sounds like good news for those in Merseyside.

Commenting on Isak’s return to pre-season training, Sky’s North East reporter added more confirmation that an exit is only a matter of time.

Liverpool’s business this summer has been remarkable, already spending over £250m on Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong, but the sale of Luis Diaz and probable exit of Darwin Nunez means they are still one striker short.

How does Isak compare to strikers in Europe’s top leagues?	Rank last 365 days
Non penalty goals per 90 – 0.62	88th percentile
Assists per 90 – 0.20	77th percentile
Shot creating actions per 90 – 3.00	84th percentile
Pass completion – 75.3%	77th percentile
Successful take-ons per 90 – 1.37	92nd percentile
Aerial duels won per 90 – 0.85	17th percentile

Speaking about Isak ahead of his side’s return from their pre-season tour in South Korea, Eddie Howe admitted the situation is complicated: “I was made aware there was a bid yesterday. That bid was turned down before I heard about it. There are people back in England dealing with the situation.

“I really don’t know what is going to happen next but, from our perspective, we still support Alex in every way and my wish is still that we see him in a Newcastle shirt again.

“The situation is far from ideal. It is quite complex. I think that is all I have got to say.”

Chelsea chiefs are currently negotiating for both Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho and RB Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons in what would be separate deals, with a move for the latter particularly advanced.

The prospect of both men arriving at Stamford Bridge is a particularly exciting one for supporters, with Enzo Maresca in need of more wide options after the departures of both Jadon Sancho and Noni Madueke, while Mykhailo Mudryk remains suspended for failing a drugs test.

Cole Palmer

7.33

Moises Caicedo

7.02

Enzo Fernández

6.95

Nicolas Jackson

6.88

Noni Madueke

6.82

via WhoScored

Chelsea must make room for them by sealing more exits, though, despite already raising close to £220 million through player sales.

Cash isn’t the object for BlueCo, especially given their income via outgoings, winnings from the Club World Cup and qualifying for the Champions League next season.

Their need to sell first stems from a pact with UEFA, who have put pressure on the west Londoners to produce a ‘positive transfer balance’ by September after Chelsea were fined for breaching FFP rules last month.

Failure to do so could result in Maresca not being able to register new signings for their Champions League squad next season, so while talks remain advanced for Simons, Chelsea are attempting to strike more outgoings first.

Once they’ve trimmed the squad a bit more, Chelsea are also expected to bid for Garnacho with Simons (The Telegraph), so there is plenty more business to be conducted before the transfer deadline.

As has been a common theme since Todd Boehly/Clearlake Capital’s takeover of the club in 2022, Chelsea are pretty much always in the market for world football’s most eye-catching talents.

Chelsea fielded the youngest ever side in Premier League history last season (OptaJoe), so you can never rule out the prospect of more highly-rated gems making the move to Cobham.

Chelsea could sign 'exciting youngster' with Garnacho and Simons

Football Transfers have shared an update on this, and they report that another new addition could be made with Simons and Garnacho.

According to their information, Chelsea could sign another “exciting youngster” too – on the condition one becomes available in the next few weeks.

Under Boehly, the Blues have poured billions into snapping up teenage talent, and this summer is no different.

They’ve added Dario Essugo (20), Estevão Willian (18), Mamadou Sarr (19), Liam Delap (22), Jamie Gittens (20), Kendry Páez (18) and Jorrel Hato (19) – all on long-term deals designed to pay off years down the line.

16-year-old Kazakh striker Dastan Satpaev, who’s already been compared to Man City legend Sergio Agüero, will also join the club when he turns 18.

In a fresh transfer twist, The Friedkin Group are now reportedly working on a deal which would see Everton sign a £25m South American star with the help of AS Roma.

Calvert-Lewin confirms Everton exit

With contracts officially coming to an end around the Premier League, it’s no surprise that Everton’s transfer business has instantly shown signs of life. The Toffees are reportedly set to sign the impressive Thierno Barry and have also set their sights on a return for former loanee Jack Harrison in two deals that would reinforce their attack following Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s departure.

The forward confirmed his departure after failing to sign a new contract in Merseyside, taking to social media to say: “The choice to move on was not simply about me, it was a decision with my family and we spent a long time considering together. We believe it’s the right moment to seek a new challenge and continue growing, but that doesn’t lessen the bond I’ll always have with Everton.

“I’m deeply proud of what we’ve shared, fighting for this club when it mattered most, scoring big goals in crucial moments, wearing the shirt with commitment and pride. My hope is that I leave with your respect, knowing I always sought to uphold the values of this great club.”

Friedkin have, of course, already reacted to that news by agreeing a deal to sign Barry, but they may not be done there on the transfer front. Reports are now suggesting that the American owners want to put their Roma links to sign a £25m defender for Everton.

Friedkin now working on Wesley deal

As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, Friedkin are now working on a move to sign Wesley in a deal that would see the Flamengo defender join Everton and then head straight out on loan to Roma. The Italian club are already reportedly working on a deal for the €30m (£26m) right-back, but it’s the Toffees who could benefit in the long run.

Bigger talent than Barry: Everton chasing £28m ace with a "hint of Haaland"

Following Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s exit, Everton are set to sign Thierno Barry, but could they also target another striker who has a “hint of Haaland”?

Jul 3, 2025

Friedkin own majority stakes in both clubs and are seemingly looking to hand David Moyes and his side a major boost using that ownership. Whether the American owners can pull off a complicated deal remains to be seen, however. On Wesley’s end, there’s no doubt that Everton would be getting a talented player.

A player who has had his critics, as South American football expert Nathan Joyes explained in December, Wesley is still just 21 years old and his “pacey” speed could quickly help him transform into a Premier League star.

Southampton are now plotting a move for a “really exciting” midfielder, who could jump at a move to St. Mary’s this summer, according to a report.

Still looking to build promotion-winning squad

In his first season as Saints manager, Will Still’s aim will undoubtedly be to return to the Premier League at the first opportunity, and Tony Pulis has insisted that nothing but an immediate return to the top flight will be deemed good enough next season.

Pulis said: “He will have the opportunity and the chance to definitely be successful in his first year and success there is promotion, nothing less than promotion.”

As such, Still has set out to build a promotion-winning squad, with Sky Sports reporter Florian Plettenberg revealing the negotiations over a deal for FC Köln striker Damion Downs are now at an advanced stage, as the centre-forward has emerged as a top target for the Championship promotion-hopefuls.

Having a reliable goalscorer is, of course, a major factor in any side’s success, but it is equally important to have players capable of creating chances, and Still’s side have now set their sights on a new midfielder.

That is according to a report from Football League World, which states Southampton are now plotting a move for RB Salzburg maestro Bobby Clark, who joined the Austrian side from Liverpool for a fee of £10m last summer.

However, the move to Austria hasn’t panned out how Clark would’ve hoped, having recently been left out of the squad for the Club World Cup, meaning he could jump at the opportunity to move to St. Mary’s this summer.

Speaking about why the midfielder was left out of the squad entirely, RB Salzburg manager Thomas Letsch said: “I decided on other players. I wasn’t satisfied with Bobby’s training week and therefore told him he wasn’t in the squad.”

"Really exciting" Clark could reignite his career at St. Mary's

There may be some concerns over the fact the 20-year-old hasn’t been training well at Salzburg, but there are signs he could reignite his career at St. Mary’s, having previously displayed some promising signs at some of England’s top clubs.

During his time as a Newcastle United youth player, the starlet was lauded by reporter Lee Ryder, who said: “Bobby was Newcastle’s most promising youngster. He is a really exciting player with bags of skill and talent.”

Same agent as Downes: Southampton in "advanced" deal talks for "top" star

Southampton are now moving closer to signing a new striker this summer.

By
Brett Worthington

Jun 30, 2025

The Newcastle-born starlet then decided to move to Liverpool, where he went on to put in some impressive performances at youth level, despite never quite making the grade as a first-team player, picking up 11 goal contributions in 37 games for the U21 side.

At this stage of his career, a move to a promotion-chasing Championship side could be ideal for Clark, and his exploits at youth level indicate that he could be a solid signing for Southampton, capable of setting up chances for Downs.