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• How could Liverpool replace Alexander-Arnold?

  05-05-2025 14:46 via bbc.com
  
  [BBC]Trent Alexander-Arnold's Liverpool departure has finally been confirmed and the Premier League champions will already be thinking about how they could replace him.The 26-year-old right-back has won it all since making his debut in 2016, including the Premier League twice and one Champions League.Real Madrid seems the likely destination for the England defender, but what should Liverpool do next - and who could they bring to Anfield?Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool at end of season Alexan
  
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• Fenerbahce shortlist Serie A forwards Lookman, Openda & Nkunku

  09-01-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fenerbahce shortlist Serie A forwards Lookman, Openda & NkunkuFenerbahce are once again preparing to flex their financial muscle, with Serie A emerging as a key hunting ground as the Turkish giants plan further major investment between January and the summer.After making headlines in recent windows with high-profile deals and following the €29 million capture of Matteo Guendouzi from Lazio, the Istanbul club are now targeting attacking reinforcements.According to reports from Goal, via
  
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• Fletcher's focus solely on Man Utd FA Cup tie

  09-01-2026 18:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  Darren Fletcher has been appointed as Manchester United's interim manager for two games [Getty Images]Manchester United interim boss Darren Fletcher says he has had no talks about his future and his focus has solely been on the FA Cup third round tie with Brighton.Fletcher was put in temporary charge for two games following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim.United are expected to then have a caretaker in charge for the remainder of the campaign, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick regarded
  
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• 'Outstanding' Bain extends Falkirk stay

  09-01-2026 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  Goalkeeper Scott Bain says it was a "no-brainer" to sign a two-year contract extension after reviving his career at Falkirk.The new deal will keep Bain at Falkirk until at least June 2028, with the club having the option of an additional year.Following several seasons as a back-up at Celtic, Bain joined the newly-promoted Bairns last summer and has proved an impression addition for John McGlynn's side, who currently sit sixth.Bain's form earned him a first Scotland call-up in six years for last
  
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• 🏆The final is coming: Munuera Montero’s record in El Clásico

  09-01-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  🏆The final is coming: Munuera Montero’s record in El ClásicoThe Referees Committee has appointed Andalusian José Luis Munuera Montero to officiate the grand final of the Spanish Super Cup between Barcelona and Real Madrid this Sunday. The 42-year-old referee faces his third Clásico in an atmosphere of maximum anticipation, not only because of the title at stake, but also due to his direct history with the main players.
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• Oxford United appoint Bloomfield as new head coach

  09-01-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  Oxford United have appointed Matt Bloomfield as their new head coach.The 41-year-old has been out of work since he was sacked as Luton boss in October and replaces Gary Rowett who was dismissed on 23 December following a run of one win in 10 matches. The U's are currently 23rd in the Championship, three points adrift of safety."This felt like the right place at the right time. Oxford United are a club with good foundations, ambition and a playing group with significant potential, and that matche
  
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• Forward Vidigal leaves Stoke by mutual consent

  09-01-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  Stoke City have announced forward Andre Vidigal has left the Championship club by mutual consent.The 27-year-old Angola international joined the Potters from Portuguese side Maritimo before the start of the 2023-24 season on a three-year contract.Vidigal went on to make 43 appearances for Stoke - and scored seven times - but has not played a league game since December 2024.His last appearance for Stoke was against Cardiff City in the FA Cup last February. Latest Stoke City news, analysis and fan
  
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• OFFICIAL STATEMENT: JACOPO SARDO

  09-01-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  OFFICIAL STATEMENT: JACOPO SARDOAC Milan is delighted to announce the permanent signing of Jacopo Sardo, who will join the Milan Futuro Project, dedicated to the growth and development of young talents. The midfielder, born in 2005, arrives from AC Monza and will wear the Rossonero shirt. 
  
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• Liverpool sign Norway forward Josendal

  09-01-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool have signed Norway forward Anna Josendal from Swedish top-flight side Hammarby IF for an undisclosed fee.The 24-year-old signed her first senior contract with Avaldsnes IL in July 2017, before completing a move to Rosenborg in August 2021, and eventually joining Hammarby IF on a two-and-a-half year contract in December 2023.Josendal's most successful season came in 2022-23 for Rosenborg, when she lifted the Norwegian Cup and was named Toppserien player of the year after contributing 17
  
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• 'Go back and win' - O'Neill's message to players over fan criticism

  09-01-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  Martin O'Neill intends to have talks with Celtic players to see if they have been affected by recent criticism from fans.Players came under fire for performances in the run-up to Wilfried Nancy's sacking, in particular their second-half capitulation in last weekend's 3-1 defeat to Rangers that ultimately ended the Frenchman's tenure.O'Neill, who has returned as interim manager until the end of the season, knows most of the squad members may not be used to such criticism with Celtic having been s
  
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• Liverpool eyeing £43m move to sign La Liga forward

  09-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool eyeing £43m move to sign La Liga forwardLiverpool, Barcelona and a €50m question mark around Roony BardghjiThe European transfer market rarely warms gently. It tends to flare, suddenly, brightly, with stories that feel half inevitable and half speculative. According to reporting from Fichajes, Liverpool’s interest in Roony Bardghji fits neatly into that category, a move framed as both strategic necessity and opportunistic timing.Liverpool, have “set their sights
  
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• Fullkrug explains where things went wrong at West Ham: ‘Wasn’t an easy place’

  09-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fullkrug explains where things went wrong at West Ham: ‘Wasn’t an easy place’New Milan signing Niclas Fullkrug has opened up about his underwhelming spell in the Premier League with West Ham and has explained why ‘things didn’t work out for me in England’.Fullkrug became the first signing of the Serie A January transfer window when he joined Milan on loan with an option to buy from West Ham on the first day of the window. He had already been training with the
  
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• Chelsea forward Sterling offered to Napoli: the details

  09-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chelsea forward Sterling offered to Napoli: the detailsRaheem Sterling has once again been linked with a possible move to Napoli, though a deal remains complicated and far from a priority at this stage of the window.According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, via TuttoNapoli, the Chelsea forward has been offered to the Serie A champions in recent days.Sterling, who previously played for both Arsenal and Liverpool earlier in his career, is understood to be open to a move abroad.However, Chelsea
  
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• Chartlon vs Chelsea: Match Preview, Latest Team News and How to Watch

  09-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chartlon vs Chelsea: Match Preview, Latest Team News and How to WatchFA Cup brings Chelsea into Charlton spotlightThe FA Cup has a way of compressing football’s hierarchies, and Chelsea’s trip across London to Charlton in the third round carries that familiar sense of disruption. On paper, this is a Premier League giant visiting a Championship side struggling near the bottom of the table. In reality, it is a fixture soaked in local history, managerial intrigue and the unpredictable t
  
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• Celtic Goalscoring Hero Expected To Make A Dramatic Parkhead Return: Why He Could Lead Them To Glory

  09-01-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Celtic Goalscoring Hero Expected To Make A Dramatic Parkhead Return: Why He Could Lead Them To GloryIf a recent report from SunSport is believed to be true, Celtic are closing in on an incredible reunion with Kyogo Furuhashi, within a year of his high-profile move to Rennes. The Hoops hero, struggling in the English Championship, could ply his trade north of the border on loan from Birmingham City.The 30-year-old Japanese international spent his youth years with Sakuragaoka FC, Athpegas Iko
  
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• Norwich's Shulberg follows Thorup to Vienna

  09-01-2026 17:47 via sports.yahoo.com
  Norwich City academy manager Joe Shulberg has left the club to link up with former Canaries head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup.Thorup was appointed by Austrian club Rapid Vienna on 30 December, his first management job since leaving Carrow Road last April.Shulberg joined Norwich in 2017 and having become academy boss in the summer of 2023, stepped up to work with the first team on a temporary basis in September of the following year.He will be an assistant coach at Rapid, who are currently seventh
  
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• Radu Dragusin’s agent confirms Roma talks: “We’re negotiating.”

  09-01-2026 17:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  Radu Dragusin’s agent confirms Roma talks: “We’re negotiating.”Gian Piero Gasperini spoke at a press conference on the eve of Roma vs. Sassuolo. The Giallorossi coach didn’t say anything about the transfer market, but the club is very active. For defense, the Giallorossi have their eye on Radu Dragusin, a highly regarded prospect at Trigoria. As reported by Il Tempo, the player has expressed his approval of the move, and further discussions are expected between the
  
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• Liam Rosenior emphasises aim to make Chelsea ‘a world class team’ in first press conference since appointment

  09-01-2026 17:44 via sports.yahoo.com
  New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior outlined his desire to make the Blues “a world class team” as he spoke in his first press conference since taking over at Stamford Bridge. The Blues will face Charlton Athletic at The Valley on Saturday evening in the FA Cup, in what is Rosenior’s first match in charge since joining from RC Strasbourg. And ahead of the match, Rosenior highlighted the need to deliver on the team’s potential, calling it “the biggest hurdle” faci
  
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• Oldham defender Simeu to stay for rest of season

  09-01-2026 17:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  Dynel Simeu played all 90 minutes in Oldham's goalless draw with Grimsby Town on 26 December [Shutterstock]Oldham Athletic defender Dynel Simeu has signed a new deal to remain with the League Two side until the end of the season.The 23-year-old has made six appearances for the club since initially joining on a short-term basis in November."From the moment I came in, I felt welcomed by the staff, the players and the supporters," he told the club website."I feel like I've got a lot more to show an
  
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• Kyogo 'probably unlikely' to return to Celtic - O'Neill

  09-01-2026 17:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  Kyogo Furuhashi left Celtic for Rennes and is now with Birmingham City [Getty Images]Martin O'Neill thinks it "probably unlikely" Kyogo Furuhashi will return to Celtic from Birmingham City and does not think they "could cope" should captain Callum McGregor exit during January.Newspaper speculation had suggested 32-year-old midfielder McGregor could be targeted by former Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers, now with Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah.But interim manager O'Neill said: "I think he loves i
  
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• Pep Guardiola confirms Oscar Bobb’s availability against Exeter City amid Borussia Dortmund links

  09-01-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Pep Guardiola confirms Oscar Bobb’s availability against Exeter City amid Borussia Dortmund linksManchester City manager Pep Guardiola has issued a verdict on Oscar Bobb’s availability to face Exeter City in the FA Cup this weekend.Guardiola is yet to see his side taste victory in 2026 as doubts emerge over City’s title prospects against Arsenal – who themselves missed a golden opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points in midweek as
  
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• Barcelona out-of-favour veteran ready to give green light to loan exit – report

  09-01-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona out-of-favour veteran ready to give green light to loan exit – reportMarc-Andre ter Stegen has found himself in an unfavourable situation at FC Barcelona this season since returning from his back surgery.With Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny firmly ahead of him in the pecking order, the German shot-stopper is staring at a situation where he would not play much, if at all, at Barça. It would, in turn, affect his World Cup hopes with the German national team.As such, there
  
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• Fletcher on his future, Mainoo and importance of FA Cup

  09-01-2026 17:36 via sports.yahoo.com
  Manchester United interim head coach Darren Fletcher has been speaking to the media before Sunday's FA Cup third round tie against Brighton at Old Trafford (kick-off 16:30 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Fletcher confirmed it would be the same players available for this weekend's match as it was for the mid-week draw away to Burnley.After Harry Maguire came off the bench at Turf Moor, he also said there "has to be some understanding" over the minutes of players coming back f
  
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• New players, new managers - what to look out for in WSL after winter break

  09-01-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  The WSL has been on a winter break since 14 December [Getty Images]After a four-week winter break, the Women's Super League returns with plenty to play for and intriguing changes.Manchester City start the new year six points clear at the summit, while bottom club Liverpool will hope 2026 can produce a much-needed first win of the season.West Ham enter a new era after parting ways with Rehanne Skinner and appointing Italian Rita Guarino.Meanwhile, Eder Maestre starts his reign as London City Lion
  
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• Italy & Cagliari Star Top Of Inter Milan Shortlist As Succession Planning Continues

  09-01-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Italy & Cagliari Star Top Of Inter Milan Shortlist As Succession Planning ContinuesInter are stepping up succession planning in goal, with Cagliari goalkeeper Elia Caprile emerging as a leading candidate to take over in the future.According to FcInterNews.it, an Inter scout was again present to watch Caprile in action on Wednesday night, as Cagliari drew 2-2 away at Cremona.The 2001-born goalkeeper was closely observed despite conceding twice, goals largely attributed to defensive errors rat
  
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• Inter Milan Trio Fighting To Be Fit In Time For Napoli Serie A Clash

  09-01-2026 17:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Inter Milan Trio Fighting To Be Fit In Time For Napoli Serie A ClashInter continue preparations for Napoli with Matteo Darmian and Andy Diouf pushing to be available, while Davide Frattesi also works toward a possible return for the San Siro clash.Therefore confirming the progress made in recent days.Both players are now strong candidates to return to Cristian Chivu’s matchday squad.The news is particularly encouraging for Darmian, who has been sidelined for an extended period.Inter Vs Nap
  
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• Edoardo Bove resolves Roma contract ahead of Watford move

  09-01-2026 17:34 via sports.yahoo.com
  Edoardo Bove resolves Roma contract ahead of Watford moveYesterday, Edoardo Bove terminated his contract with Roma, putting an end, at least temporarily, to his time with the Giallorossi. However, a retirement is not part of the player’s plans, but after fighting and patiently awaiting his opportunity, he is close to returning to the pitch. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Watford is very active in bringing the 2002-born player to England, where he could play without any problems. In recent
  
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• Spurs captain Romero given additional ban after red card

  09-01-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cristian Romero has already missed two Premier League matches this season through suspension [Getty Images]Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has been given an additional one-match suspension and fined £50,000 for his behaviour during his side's defeat by Liverpool last month.Romero admitted to a Football Association charge of "acting improperly by failing to leave the field of play promptly" after he was sent off in the 93rd minute of Tottenham's 2-1 loss on 20 December.The Argentine defen
  
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• Barcelona reach decision on new contract for defender

  09-01-2026 17:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona reach decision on new contract for defenderBarcelona defender Andreas Christensen has looked like a probable departure from the club for some time, but it appears he will be staying at the club. The Danish defender is out of contract this summer, and Barcelona have not offered him a new deal.Christensen has declared a desire to remain at the club, and has stated that he is happy in Catalonia. As such, he has not been in talks with other clubs over a move next summer. Barcelona had not
  
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• Dovbyk ruled out for 2 months: latest injury proves more serious than anticipated

  09-01-2026 17:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  Dovbyk ruled out for 2 months: latest injury proves more serious than anticipatedBad news for Roma and the transfer market. Artem Dovbyk will be sidelined for approximately two months due to the injury he sustained in recent days. This is a much more dire prognosis than Roma initially reported. Matteo Moretto reported the news, speaking of a long and inevitable layoff for the Ukrainian striker. This is a significant blow for Gasperini, already struggling with a bare-bones attack, but also for Fr
  
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