Transfer U-turn: Carrick and Wilcox pinpoint winter target:Manchester United, under interim boss Michael Carrick, are reportedly seeking a left-winger on loan this January after shifting tactics to a 4-2-3-1 formation, despite earlier claims of no winter transfers.
Aston Villa close on Tammy Abraham return with £50m transfer sacrifice:Aston Villa are close to signing Tammy Abraham on a 4.5-year deal, potentially sacrificing Evann Guessand and Donyell Malen. Abraham, on loan at Besiktas, previously excelled at Villa. Malen is set for Roma, while Guessand may join Besiktas.
Why Liverpool fans are right - and wrong - to complain about Arne Slot: Does 11-game unbeaten run make up for 'boring' style? What is stopping him from playing Rio Ngumoha? And is he just TOO honest?:Despite an 11-game unbeaten streak (6 wins, 5 draws), Liverpool fans remain critical of Arne Slot's 'boring' style and team selection. Issues include lack of January signings and Mohamed Salah's form.
Joshua Zirkzee: AS Roma refuse to give up on Man United striker:AS Roma continue pursuing Joshua Zirkzee despite Manchester United's reluctance. The Dutch striker, struggling in England, remains a key target for Roma's Serie A title push. Negotiations persist as United's squad changes reopen transfer possibilities.
Gary Neville explains why Michael Carrick cannot be Man United’s next permanent manager:Gary Neville and Roy Keane advise Manchester United against hiring Michael Carrick permanently, urging the club to target top-tier managers like Pochettino or Ancelotti. Carrick is interim boss after Amorim's exit.
Viktor Gyokeres warned 'two or three' Arsenal stars can take his spot despite Chelsea goal:Viktor Gyokeres scored his first goal in 11 games as Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-2 in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg. The £64m striker tapped in to end his slump, but faces competition from Havertz and Jesus.
Sky journo: It ‘can’t be ruled out’ that £37m Man United star joins Euro giants this month:AS Roma finalized Donyell Malen's loan from Aston Villa but remain in talks with Manchester United for Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutch forward's role under Michael Carrick could determine his mid-season move.
FC Barcelona – Manchester United: it's over for Marcus Rashford:Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United is confirmed to be over, despite his successful loan spell at Barcelona. Interim manager Michael Carrick's arrival briefly raised hopes, but Danny Murphy stated Rashford's time at United is done. The 28-year-old has regained form in Catalonia, winning a trophy under Hansi Flick.
Gary Neville: Man Utd can’t consider keeping Michael Carrick at helm post season:Gary Neville insists Manchester United cannot retain Michael Carrick as head coach beyond this season, urging the club to target top-tier managers like Pochettino or Ancelotti. Carrick was appointed temporarily after Ruben Amorim's sacking.
€100m bid prepared: Man United braced for Bayern transfer offer for star player:Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing a €100m bid for Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes. The 31-year-old midfielder is considering his future, with Bayern keen to add him to their star-studded squad alongside Harry Kane and Michael Olise.
Liverpool ‘excite Alonso most’; ‘top’ target to replace Slot snubs Man Utd, City for five reasons – report:Xabi Alonso is reportedly keen on managing Liverpool after leaving Real Madrid. The Reds legend is linked with replacing under-fire Arne Slot, with Liverpool's project and young squad aligning with his philosophy.
Tottenham confirm Carlos Raphael Moersen arrival as new role created at Spurs:Tottenham Hotspur appoint Carlos Raphael Moersen as director of football operations, a newly-created role. Moersen joins from City Football Group and will oversee football administration, player care, and training ground operations.
New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior is called out as 'football's David Brent' with a slew of memes after his most bizarre quotes go viral:Chelsea's new manager Liam Rosenior went viral for his quirky 'man-age' speech after a 3-2 Carabao Cup loss to Arsenal. Fans compared him to David Brent and Will from The Inbetweeners for his pompous quotes.
Sky Sports anchors of old clash on Xabi Alonso to Man Utd as Liverpool job talk is RAMPED up:Controversial pundit Richard Keys urges Manchester United to appoint Xabi Alonso as manager, despite his Liverpool ties. Alonso, sacked by Real Madrid, is linked with Liverpool, Man City, and Bayern Munich, with reports suggesting his preference is a return to Anfield.
How Man Utd will make major Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo decision for Man City clash:Manchester United's Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo return from AFCON duty and are set to feature against Manchester City. The duo, key this season, trained Wednesday after Cameroon and Ivory Coast's quarter-final exits.