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• Sancho and Elliott looking at loan limbo

  26-11-2025 16:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Jadon Sancho [Getty Images]Jadon Sancho and Harvey Elliott can be forgiven for wondering if they made the right decision to join Aston Villa.A loan move was the chance for Sancho to reignite a stuttering career with his future at Manchester United over.Sancho's contract at Old Trafford expires at the end of the season, signalling he is likely to have played his last game for United, but his time at Villa has so far failed to fire.He has just 168 Premier League minutes this season, following his
  
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• Liam Rosenior replaces Enzo Maresca as Chelsea manager

  06-01-2026 11:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liam Rosenior has been appointed Chelsea’s new manager following Enzo Maresca’s sudden departure on New Year’s Day.Rosenior, 41, has signed a deal until 2032 and arrives at Stamford Bridge from French club Strasbourg, who also fall under the portfolio of Chelsea owners BlueCo. He spent 18 months at the Alsace outfit, guiding them to the Conference League in his first season, and leaves with the club seventh in Ligue 1.“I am extremely humbled and honoured to be appointed h
  
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• Liverpool star now ruled out of Arsenal clash

  06-01-2026 11:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool star now ruled out of Arsenal clashMohamed Salah has now been ruled out of Liverpool’s trip to Arsenal on Thursday, with Egypt making the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesLiverpool winger Mohamed Salah scored his third goal in three games at the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday, netting in extra time of Egypt’s round-of-16 match against Benin.Salah’s goal put his team 3-1 up with just seconds left to play, guaranteeing them a
  
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• Antoine Semenyo’s final game for Bournemouth revealed ahead of Manchester City transfer

  06-01-2026 11:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  Antoine Semenyo’s final game for Bournemouth revealed ahead of Manchester City transferManchester City fans can expect to see Antoine Semenyo at the Etihad Stadium imminently, and perhaps by the end of the week.Momentum has continued to build around the Ghana international’s long-anticipated move to Pep Guardiola’s side, following a series of developments that have gradually clarified both Bournemouth’s short-term plans and City’s longer-term intentions.What initial
  
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• Modern-day legend Arfield 'helped turn hope into reality'

  06-01-2026 11:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Returning to the club at the end of last year's January transfer window, Scott Arfield's signing was a moment many Falkirk fans had long dreamed of - one of our most celebrated academy graduates coming home.It was a signing that would prove instrumental. The team had been navigating a tricky patch in the title race, and with Callum Morrison having just departed under a cloud, the club needed a boost on and off the pitch.Arfield's arrival immediately lifted the squad, bringing experience, co
  
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• Chelsea could recall Aaron Anselmino from his loan at Borussia Dortmund

  06-01-2026 11:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Chelsea could recall Aaron Anselmino from his loan at Borussia DortmundSky Germany reports that Chelsea have an option to recall Borussia Dortmund defender Aaron Anselmino from his loan at the club. After joining the club on a temporary deal in the summer, there is a special clause in the deal which means that the Premier League side can recall the Argentine in the winter window. This was confirmed by Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl during their training camp in Marbella
  
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• Barcelona defender on the right track to return but unlikely to be ready for Super Cup semi-final

  06-01-2026 11:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona defender on the right track to return but unlikely to be ready for Super Cup semi-finalIt has been over a month since Ronald Araujo last played for FC Barcelona. Following the defeat to Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League in November, where he was sent off in the first half, the Uruguayan opted to take a mental health break.Having been away from the squad for a month, the second captain resumed training with the rest of the group on 29 December, right after the mid-season break. But A
  
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• Report Roma looking to send Bailey back to Aston Villa after Serie A flop

  06-01-2026 11:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report Roma looking to send Bailey back to Aston Villa after Serie A flopRoma are not impressed with Leon Bailey’s returns this season, and are now exploring options to terminate his loan deal with Aston Villa according to reports in Italy.Could Roma send Bailey back to Aston Villa in January?Bailey joined Roma on a season-long loan deal during the summer transfer window, in a deal which also includes an option to buy for a fee in the region of €20-€25m.Life didn’t get off
  
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• West Bromwich Albion sack head coach Mason

  06-01-2026 11:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ryan Mason won nine of his 26 games in charge of West Bromwich Albion [Getty Images]West Bromwich Albion head coach Ryan Mason has been sacked by the Championship club following Monday's defeat at Leicester City.The 2-1 loss was their 10th successive away defeat and left the Baggies 18th in the table, 10 points adrift of the play-off places.Mason's assistant Nigel Gibbs has also left the club, with first-team coach James Morrison taking charge on an interim basis.West Brom are away to Swansea Ci
  
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• Report Roma looking to send Bailey back to Aston Villa after Serie A let-down

  06-01-2026 11:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report Roma looking to send Bailey back to Aston Villa after Serie A let-downRoma are not impressed with Leon Bailey’s returns this season, and are now exploring options to terminate his loan deal with Aston Villa according to reports in Italy.Could Roma send Bailey back to Aston Villa in January?Bailey joined Roma on a season-long loan deal during the summer transfer window, in a deal which also includes an option to buy for a fee in the region of €20-€25m.Life didn’t get
  
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• 'A multifaceted trio of leaders'

  06-01-2026 11:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]With Arsenal trailing 1-0 inside the opening 11 minutes at Vitality Stadium on Saturday, the ghosts of previous seasons threatened to appear. However, Mikel Arteta's side emerged with three points thanks in part to a multifaceted trio of leaders, each possessing a distinct personality and delivering a vital contribution.Gabriel Magalhaes, returning from a groin injury, has arguably been Arsenal's most influential player this season. He is a swashbuckling giant in both boxes -
  
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• Investment 'more important than ever'

  06-01-2026 11:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]No matter what side of the Thomas Frank debate you sit on, Sunday's performance had something for everyone.While the first half offered glimmers of hope and indications of what he is trying to build with a squad of mostly average players, the second half confirmed that significant changes are required for the future to look anything other than bleak.No doubt Frank will be looking nervously over his shoulder at developments in west London and Manchester, but it is our squad whi
  
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• Southampton’s Damion Downs to undergo Hamburg medical

  06-01-2026 11:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  Southampton’s Damion Downs to undergo Hamburg medicalHamburg have moved ahead of Werder Bremen in the race to sign Southampton forward Damion Downs.According to Kicker, Downs will undergo a medical on Tuesday before joining HSV on loan for the remainder of the season with an option to buy.Damion Downs has struggled at SouthamptonAfter joining the Championship club from 1. FC Köln for €8m in July, Downs has failed to score for his new club, and hasn’t featured for the Saints
  
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• 🚨 Giménez and Barrios named in Atlético squad for the Supercopa

  06-01-2026 11:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  🚨 Giménez and Barrios named in Atlético squad for the SupercopaAtlético de Madrid has announced, on Tuesday morning, Diego Simeone's squad for the Spanish Super Cup.
  The list highlights the presence of Josema Giménez, who returns to the squad, and also the inclusion of Barrios, Solrloth, Julián Álvarez, and Hancko.Atlético de Madrid will play the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup against Real Madrid on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 20:00
  
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• Juventus and Chiesa have to wait for Salah after learning Liverpool demands

  06-01-2026 11:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Juventus and Chiesa have to wait for Salah after learning Liverpool demandsJuventus are exploring a potential return for Federico Chiesa, but much depends on the choices of Liverpool star Mohamed Salah according to the latest reports in Italy.Reports at the beginning of the week confirmed that Juventus are pursuing a potential deal for Liverpool’s Chiesa, just 18 months after he was pushed out in Turin.The former Fiorentina winger had entered the final year of his contract at the time, had
  
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• Barcelona monitoring Bayern Munich star’s situation at Flick’s request – report

  06-01-2026 11:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona monitoring Bayern Munich star’s situation at Flick’s request – reportBarcelona, in recent years, have stayed alert to the free-agent pool for reinforcements and are expected to continue with the strategy in the summer of 2026.There have already been links to players like Marc Guehi, Dayot Upamecano, and Marcos Senesi – players whose contracts will be running out at the end of the season.Now, it appears that another name has been added to the list of potential fr
  
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• City face must-win Brighton test to prevent Gunners from vanishing

  06-01-2026 10:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  City face must-win Brighton test to prevent Gunners from vanishingManchester City will look to get their Premier League title challenge back on track when they host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday night.Pep Guardiola’s side are still feeling the sting of a late equaliser conceded against Chelsea, a result that drained momentum and left them playing catch-up in the race at the top.City appeared set for a vital win on Sunday before conceding deep into stoppage t
  
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• Official | Manchester City’s Jahmai Simpson-Pusey (20) joins FC Köln on loan

  06-01-2026 10:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Official | Manchester City’s Jahmai Simpson-Pusey (20) joins FC Köln on loan1. FC Köln have confirmed the signing of Manchester City defender Jahmai Simpson-Pusey on loan until the end of the season, after passing his medical on Sunday.The 20-year-old featured six times for Pep Guardiola’s side in 2024/25 across all competitions, and was loaned out to Celtic for the 2025/26 campaign. But after just 64 minutes and one appearance, City recalled their defender before shipping
  
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• 'Steady hand' O'Neill backed to revive Celtic after 'disastrous' Nancy reign

  06-01-2026 10:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]Here are some of your views on Celtic's dismissal of manager Wilfried Nancy and head of football operations Paul Tisdale, plus the return of Martin O'Neill for a second interim stint.John: How Nancy got the job is testament to the board sitting on their hands and not spending money. Lack of buying a centre forward has brought the house crumbling down around their ears. Martin is great in short term but how about Shaun Maloney and Scott Brown long term?Len: O'Neill did a brilliant job rescui
  
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• Alleyne recalled from Watford loan

  06-01-2026 10:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Shutterstock]Watford defender Max Alleyne has returned to Manchester City after being recalled from a season-long loan at Vicarage Road.The 20-year-old made 17 appearances for the Hornets, which included the four-match winning run up to New Year's Day which has lifted Javi Gracia's side into the play-off places.Alleyne has yet to play a senior game for City, but has been part of their under-21 side in the EFL Trophy in the past two seasons.Pep Guardiola's team need additional cover after Josko
  
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• “We still need more” – Nuno Espirito Santo drops hint over more West Ham signings

  06-01-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  “We still need more” – Nuno Espirito Santo drops hint over more West Ham signingsNuno outlines January priorities at West HamNuno Espirito Santo has been clear that the January window remains unfinished business at West Ham United. Speaking candidly, the head coach framed recent arrivals as steps rather than solutions, with the emphasis firmly on balance and resilience.Squad balance under scrutiny“Now, we are in a moment of rebalancing our squad. Two players came in, Taty
  
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• “I’m really looking forward to it” – Liverpool star looks ahead to crucial Arsenal clash

  06-01-2026 10:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  “I’m really looking forward to it” – Liverpool star looks ahead to crucial Arsenal clashVan Dijk Embraces Arsenal Test as Liverpool Eye Statement Away ResultLiverpool captain Virgil van Dijk – on the official site previewing the game – has framed the upcoming trip to Arsenal as both a challenge and an opportunity, underlining the scale of the task facing the reigning champions as the Premier League season reaches another decisive moment. Speaking ahead of the
  
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• Monaco’s Damien Perrinelle a Strasbourg target

  06-01-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  Monaco’s Damien Perrinelle a Strasbourg targetLiam Rosenior confirmed on Tuesday morning that he has an agreement in principle to take the Chelsea job. It leaves RC Strasbourg Alsace scrambling to find a new manager. A surprise name has now emerged. Strasbourg have been linked with moves for several managers, including Gary O’Neil, who, according to L’Équipe, is the favourite for the role. However, there is a longer shortlist and Damien Perrinelle’s name
  
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• 'Fans will not stand for this dire football all season'

  06-01-2026 10:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]Liverpool have stopped losing matches - Arne Slot's team are unbeaten in 10, with the most recent defeat coming back in November against PSV Eindhoven.On that night, Liverpool were humiliated 4-1 at Anfield and Slot clearly made a decision to go far more defensive - knowing any more losses could cost him his job.In credit to him, the defence has largely shored up. We are not conceding tons of chances any more. We are not completely open in the midfield. Sometimes the odd set-p
  
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• 'For the love of all that is holy, don't go to someone we've never heard'

  06-01-2026 10:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]Following the sacking of Ruben Amorim on Monday, we asked for your views on who should be the next person to take the Manchester United hot seat, both in the short and long term.The decision now rests with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox, who will lead the process to appoint the club's next head coach.Here are some of your comments:Ashir: Zinedine Zidane, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer or Michael Carrick. Please, for the love of all
  
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• 'There wasn't any' of what you expect from Man Utd - Jones

  06-01-2026 10:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  Former Manchester United defender Phil Jones told BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club that "it is never nice for a man to lose their job" but Ruben Amorim's sacking is no great surprise."He was employed because he had a big success rate at Sporting and he was the new guy on the block," said Jones. "He was the confident young manager who was going to transition into United and take the club forward."It has been very difficult at times to watch - and the Wolves draw, for me, was the final nail in
  
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• Pfannenstiel on Thelin exit, 'big names' in for job & transfers

  06-01-2026 10:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  [SNS]Aberdeen sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel has been speaking to club media following manager Jimmy Thelin's departure on Sunday.Here's a flavour of what Pfannenstiel had to say...Performances over the past four games were pivotal in deciding to sack Thelin.The personality of the next manager needs to "reflect a certain emotion and a certain fire, which I think is extremely important to get this team going and get the players behind you".Pfannenstiel won't put a timescale on appointing a n
  
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• ‘If I didn’t think I was ready, I would not have accepted the job’ – Liam Rosenior explains Chelsea move

  06-01-2026 10:37 via sports.yahoo.com
  ‘If I didn’t think I was ready, I would not have accepted the job’ – Liam Rosenior explains Chelsea moveStrasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior has confirmed on Tuesday morning that he has “verbally agreed” to join Chelsea FC and fill the Blues’ managerial vacancy in the wake of Enzo Maresca’s dismissal on New Year’s Day. As an English-speaking head coach who is already part of the BlueCo portfolio in Strasbourg, Rosenior was the leading contende
  
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• West Ham v Nottingham Forest: Key stats and talking points

  06-01-2026 10:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  West Ham will slip seven points adrift of safety if they lose to Nottingham Forest on Tuesday (20:00 GMT) in a game which sees Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo face the club that sacked him in September. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before the match.Pressure growing on Espirito SantoSaturday's 3-0 defeat by bottom club Wolves - previously winless - marked a new low for West Ham under Nuno. The head coach had to apologise to Hammers fans who had travelled to Molineux, admitting the f
  
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• January's relentless schedule 'will be a juggling match' for Howe

  06-01-2026 10:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Former Newcastle defender John Anderson says January will be "a juggling match" for Eddie Howe because of the relentless fixture schedule.The Magpies face nine games across four competitions this month, so what games will manager Howe prioritise?"He sees the Premier League as the main priority because of wanting to be in the Champions League again next season," Anderson told BBC Radio Newcastle. "The League Cup comes next because it is a semi-final, and then it is the FA Cup and Ch
  
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