Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick heaped praise on Harry Maguire after the defender produced a dominant display in Saturday’s convincing 2-0 derby win over Manchester City at Old Trafford. Maguire was outstanding at the centre of United’s back line, playing a crucial role in securing three points in Carrick’s first game in charge. Second-half strikes from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu sealed a memorable victory, although the margin of success could have been even greater. United saw three additional goals ruled out for offside, with efforts from Bruno Fernandes, Amad and Mason Mount all chalked off. The Red Devils…
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Manchester City are believed to have found a possible way to reduce the fee required to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace this month, with the solution potentially involving a loan move in the opposite direction. The idea of sending a City player to Selhurst Park has added a fresh dynamic to negotiations that are already shaped by financial demands and Guehi’s own preferences regarding how he would like to leave Palace. While questions remain over whether a January deal can realistically be completed or if a move is more likely in the summer when Guehi would be available on…
Liverpool may be weighing up an unexpected approach in the January 2026 transfer window that involves centre-back Ibrahima Konaté. With the defender entering the final months of his contract and no renewal agreed, uncertainty around his future has intensified, prompting some observers to suggest the club could consider a swap deal instead of a conventional transfer. Former Liverpool forward Stan Collymore has floated the idea of a potential exchange with Aston Villa, which would see Konaté move to Villa Park while Ezri Konsa heads to Anfield. Collymore argues such a move could address multiple concerns at once, allowing Liverpool to…
Liam Rosenior enjoyed a positive start to life as Chelsea head coach with a convincing win over Charlton, although Alejandro Garnacho failed to make much of an impact. Chelsea ran out 5-1 winners at The Valley in an FA Cup third-round tie that had the potential to be tricky. The goals were shared among five different players, with Jorrel Hato’s effort the pick of the bunch. Rosenior made more alterations to his starting XI than many expected after the defeat to Fulham. Garnacho was handed his first start in three games, lining up on the left after sitting out the…
Raheem Sterling’s decline at Chelsea has continued, with the winger now completely frozen out at Stamford Bridge and his once-celebrated status fading rapidly. New head coach Liam Rosenior has been handed the difficult task of trimming down an overcrowded squad, with Axel Disasi, Tyrique George and Sterling all now considered expendable. AC Milan have expressed serious interest in Disasi, a development that could open the door for Chelsea to pursue a deal for Mike Maignan, the highly rated goalkeeper who has long been linked with a move to west London. George narrowly missed out on a switch to Fulham last…
Centre-back Noah Adekoya Joins Liverpool Transfer Finalised — Medical and Contract Completed Noah Adekoya has officially completed his transfer from Burnley to Liverpool during the January 2026 window. The 19-year-old confirmed the move himself on social media, posting the phrase “God’s plan” alongside images of him signing his contract at Anfield. The deal has been widely reported and is understood to have been finalised following the completion of all standard medical checks and administrative procedures. Player Profile: Noah Adekoya Position: Centre-back Age: 19 Former Club: Burnley, where he progressed through the academy Background: He captained Burnley’s Under-18 side and is…
The January window often produces stories of revival, and Federico Chiesa’s situation is becoming one of the more emotional examples. Brought in with major expectations in the summer of 2024, the Italian winger’s spell at Liverpool has been hampered by injuries and a lack of consistent game time, leaving him on the periphery as Arne Slot’s team compete for honours on several fronts. With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Chiesa is now pushing hard for a return to Juventus. Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the 28-year-old has even offered to significantly reduce his €6 million yearly wages, around £120,000 a…
After almost 15 years of unwavering commitment, discipline, and personal sacrifice, one of football’s greatest eras has come to a deeply emotional end. Mohamed Salah has tearfully confirmed his retirement, a revelation that has rippled through Liverpool and the wider football world. There was no spectacle. No final walk around Anfield. No thunderous crowd chanting his name for one last time. Those close to Salah suggest the choice was not impulsive, but the result of years of physical wear, mental exhaustion, and the silent burden carried by someone who poured everything into the sport. His message contained no theatrics —…
Manchester City are pushing to finalise a January move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as they attempt to navigate a growing injury crisis at the back, according to recent reports. The England centre-back has quickly become one of City’s top targets after both Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol picked up injuries during the 1-1 draw with Chelsea several weeks ago, leaving Pep Guardiola severely limited for defensive options. As a short-term fix, City recalled 20-year-old academy product Max Alleyne from his loan at Watford, with the youngster immediately thrown into matches against Brighton and Exeter City within days of…
Liverpool Player Ratings vs Barnsley: Reds Cruise Through Without Hitting Top Gear Liverpool did enough rather than dazzled as they booked their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The performance may not have lived up to expectations, but Liverpool comfortably moved on after a 4–1 win over League One side Barnsley in Monday night’s third-round tie. Dominik Szoboszlai gave the Reds an early lead with a superb long-range strike. Jeremie Frimpong then doubled the advantage, although Barnsley were handed a lifeline when Szoboszlai made a costly mistake that Adam Phillips punished just before the interval. After half-time,…