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• Union Berlin interested in retaining striker Andrej Ilic

  14-05-2025 08:27 via getfootballnewsgermany.com
  
  Union Berlin interested in retaining striker Andrej IlicAlthough the Serbian striker was officially given a send off at the club’s final home match, Sport Bild reports that Union Berlin remain interested in keeping OSC Lille loanee Andrej Ilic. The 25-year-old could still play in the Bundesliga next season despite Union deciding against exercising a €5m purchase option in his loan deal.Ilic thrived under head coach Steffen Baumgart during the second half of the current Bundesliga camp
  
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• Gary Neville breaks silence over Ruben Amorim sacking from Man United

  05-01-2026 18:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Gary Neville says he’s surprised at the timing but not Manchester United’s decision to sack Ruben Amorim as the Red Devils legend broke his silence on the news.Amorim was dismissed from his managerial post after 14 months in the role, with his explosive rant following United’s 1-1 draw with Leeds on the weekend proving the final straw for the club’s hierarchy.It’s since emerged that Amorim had held a meeting with Oscar Berrada and Jason Wilcox on the Friday beforeha
  
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• Sutton's predictions v Tony McGuinness of Above and Beyond

  05-01-2026 18:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC]AI may be doing better than BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton at Premier League predictions this season but it appears it cannot keep up with the relentless fixture schedule.When we asked it for the scores of this week's midweek games, it claimed there were none scheduled."It should be disqualified for that," said Sutton. "It is meant to know everything, isn't it?"Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, against AI, BBC Sport readers and a variety of g
  
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• Report: Aston Villa have joined the race to sign La Liga defender

  05-01-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Report: Aston Villa have joined the race to sign La Liga defenderAston Villa Have Joined the Race to Sign La Liga DefenderAston Villa and Newcastle United have entered the pursuit of Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, who is high on the list of many clubs according to the latest report from Caught Offside. Mingueza, 26, has entered the final six months of his contract, with his current deal set to expire in June. Celta Vigo, wary of losing him for free, are also open to the possibility of
  
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• Liverpool will have to move fast to secure top 2026 transfer target – Opinion

  05-01-2026 18:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool will have to move fast to secure top 2026 transfer target – OpinionWhy Liverpool May Have to Move Early to Sign Top Transfer TargetAdam Wharton was never meant to be a January story. Everything about his trajectory pointed toward a summer 2026 conversation: development at Crystal Palace, international consolidation, and then a carefully staged move to an elite club once timing, finances, and squad planning aligned. That was the sensible route. Liverpool, however, is no longer ope
  
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• Liverpool set clear Chiesa terms after intriguing Juventus approach

  05-01-2026 18:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  Liverpool set clear Chiesa terms after intriguing Juventus approachMore details are emerging on the negotiations between Juventus and Liverpool for Federico Chiesa, as some important restrictions are put in place.Multiple sources in Italy this morning suggested the surprising talks to bring Chiesa back to Turin, just 18 months after he was pushed out of the club.That was because his contract was running down and Juve refused to maintain the huge salary, especially with his terrible injury record
  
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• Ehibhatiomhan returns to Southampton from Swindon

  05-01-2026 18:42 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]Forward Princewill Ehibhatiomhan has returned to Southampton after his season-long loan at Swindon Town was cut short.The 20-year-old made 21 appearances in all competitions for the Robins, though only two of those were from the start in the league, and scored three goals.His last appearance came from the bench in the 90th minute in a 2-0 win at Cheltenham on 29 December."Everyone at Swindon Town would like to thank Princewill for his efforts and dedication while with the club. We
  
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• All fans' questions 'answered emphatically'

  05-01-2026 18:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]Why can't Brentford win away from home? Why can't we score from corners? Why isn't Mikkel Damsgaard in the team? Why has Igor Thiago stopped scoring?All these questions have been asked by Bees fans in recent weeks - all were answered emphatically in our first visit to Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday.While Thiago will deservedly get the headlines for his brilliant hat-trick, Damsgaard ran the show in his first start since our woeful performance and result at Tottenham.Since th
  
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• Walsall loanees Finnigan, Okeke and Cox recalled

  05-01-2026 18:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  Ryan Finnigan appeared in all but three of Walsall's league matches this season [Getty Images]Three Walsall loanees have been recalled by their parent clubs after season-long deals were cut short.Midfielder Ryan Finnigan, 22, returned to Blackpool after contributing four goals and three assists in 26 appearances for the Saddlers and winning the League Two Player of the Month award for November.Fellow midfielder Jid Okeke, 21, and defender Daniel Cox, 19, also left the League Two promotion chaser
  
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• Fulham performance confirms Liverpool star's fate is sealed

  05-01-2026 18:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  Fulham performance confirms Liverpool star's fate is sealedFulham cameo decides Chiesa’s futureLiverpool’s 2-2 draw with Fulham on Sunday was an overall disappointing display, summed up by Chiesa’s late appearance.Despite being on the pitch for just over 10 minutes, Chiesa only touched the ball once and failed to have any impact at all on the match.It has been reported several times that Slot still doesn’t trust Chiesa to step up and take on a bigger role in the squad, ow
  
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• Does 2025-26 season have echoes of last year?

  05-01-2026 18:31 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]Nine players out through injury or international duty, and Manchester City forced into the early recall of an on-loan youth talent from the Championship as a direct response to the latest medical concerns from on-field action. Sound familiar?This time last year, Hugo Viana, Txiki Begiristain, Pep Guardiola and other members of the club's football-focussed hierarchy were scrambling across the European market to get their season back on track. Injuries had ravaged the playing sq
  
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• Video: Durosinmi completes medical in 9m move to Pisa

  05-01-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  Video: Durosinmi completes medical in 9m move to PisaViktoria Plzen striker Rafiu Durosinmi has undergone his medical tests and is ready to complete the transfer to Pisa for €9m plus add-ons.The centre-forward only turned 23 last week and was on the market because his current contract with Viktoria Plzen is due to expire at the end of the season.PISA, ITALY – OCTOBER 30: Alberto Gilardino manager of Pisa Sporting Club looks on during the Serie A match between Pisa SC and SS Lazio at A
  
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• 🎙️ Exclusive - AFCON: Ratifo, a unique dual-national

  05-01-2026 18:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  🎙️ Exclusive - AFCON: Ratifo, a unique dual-nationalFor the first time in its history, Mozambique has reached the knockout stage of the AFCON.On a commando mission, this Lusophone squad managed to escape the "group of death." A resounding achievement driven by a united team and standout individuals, such as Stanley Ratifo (31 years old).Born in Germany but the attacking leader of the Mambas, the forward who plays for Chemie Leipzig (German 4th division) approaches the quarter-fina
  
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• Farke on Bogle future, Perri's place & 'remarkable' run

  05-01-2026 18:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  Leeds United boss Daniel Farke has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Newcastle United at St James' Park (kick-off 20:15 GMT).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Farke confirmed they have "no new injury concerns" as they try and "recover smart" for the quick turnaround in games.He also confirmed the plan was not to involve Sean Longstaff before the FA Cup match at Derby County on Sunday.However, the ex-Newcastle midfielder is back in training an
  
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• Di Marzio: Liverpool reveal firm stance over potential January transfer

  05-01-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Di Marzio: Liverpool reveal firm stance over potential January transferFederico Chiesa Could be Set for January Liverpool ExitJuventus are exploring a renewed move for Federico Chiesa to “strengthen the offensive department in view of the second half of the season”, with the Serie A giants reassessing a familiar face to bolster their attack. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, who broke the original report, the Italian club have already “moved with the player’s entourage to
  
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• Barcelona rule out move for Premier League club captain available for free in summer

  05-01-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  Barcelona rule out move for Premier League club captain available for free in summerIt is no secret that Barcelona are on the hunt for defensive reinforcements, either in the ongoing January transfer window or in the coming summer.The club are determined to find replacements for Andreas Christensen and Inigo Martinez. But thanks to the sustained economic problems, the club are ideally looking for cost-effective options.That is perhaps why Barcelona have long been linked with a move for Marc Gueh
  
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• 'Ominous start but not surprising for a squad down to bare bones'

  05-01-2026 18:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  [BBC][Getty Images]For Crystal Palace, it has undoubtedly been an ominous start to 2026, at least in terms of results. Both opening games this year had a similar theme, as the team's performance dropped in the final half hour. That is not particularly surprising for a squad down to the bare bones, which was only exacerbated by Jefferson Lerma's concussion on Sunday.The league table does not look good, given the team has dropped nine places in the six matches played over the past month, gaining o
  
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• Birmingham winger Hansson joins Excelsior Rotterdam

  05-01-2026 18:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  Emil Hansson made the last of his appearances for Birmingham in March 2025 [Getty Images]Birmingham winger Emil Hansson has joined Dutch Eredivisie side Excelsior Rotterdam for an undisclosed fee.The 27-year-old joined Blues on a three-year contract from Dutch top-flight club Heracles Almelo in July 2024 for £1.5m in July 2024, scoring twice in 24 appearances in his first season.After winning promotion to the Championship, Blues sent Norway-born Hansson out on loan to League One side Black
  
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• Cancelo battle is on: Barcelona respond to first Inter offer

  05-01-2026 18:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  Cancelo battle is on: Barcelona respond to first Inter offerThe battle is on for Joao Cancelo, as after Inter reached a verbal agreement with Al-Hilal, now Barcelona have reportedly made their first offer.The winger has been effectively frozen out in the Saudi Pro League and is eager to move back to European football in the January transfer window.His huge salary is a problem, so Sky Sport Italia reported Inter reached a verbal agreement to sign him in exchange for either Stefan de Vrij or Franc
  
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• Sheffield United deny deliberately delaying Cusack inquest

  05-01-2026 18:08 via yahoo.com
  Maddy Cusack became Sheffield United women's record appearance holder [Getty Images]Sheffield United have denied deliberately delaying the inquest into the death of their former women's team captain Maddy Cusack.Cusack died suddenly aged 27 in September 2023, with police saying the circumstances were not considered suspicious.Afterwards, her family claimed that pressure had been put on Cusack by "processes and conduct" at Sheffield United, including allegations over the behaviour of former manag
  
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• Ruben Amorim’s exit is further proof that the Premier League is now ‘run by LinkedIn’

  05-01-2026 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  The article below is an excerpt from the free Monday edition of the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter. To get my latest analysis, reporting and insights delivered straight to your inbox, sign up by entering your email address in the box above.Members of Inside Football also get an extra bonus edition every Friday. Become a member here.Ruben Amorim’s Sunday press conference might have surprised the United hierarchy, but it didn’t influence anything – other than, perhaps
  
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• Who could be in the frame? Have your say

  05-01-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  [Getty Images]The search for Manchester United's next manager is on.Darren Fletcher will take charge for the next few matches before United appoint a caretaker manager for the rest of the season.But who could be handed the reins full-time this summer? Former midfielder and current under-18s coach Fletcher spent 11 years playing for United under Sir Alex Ferguson.Premier League rivals who have impressed include Unai Emery, who has done a sterling job at Aston Villa or Andoni Iraola who will have
  
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• Just 1 Arsenal player makes Team of the Week

  05-01-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  Just 1 Arsenal player makes Team of the WeekArsenal have just one player in the BBC and WhoScored Teams of the Week following Saturday’s win over Bournemouth and it’s no surprise who it is.Photo by Michael Steele/Getty ImagesThe BBC and WhoScored have revealed their most recent Teams of the Week following the weekend Matchweek 20 fixtures, with Declan Rice appearing in both sides.Troy Deeney didn’t have much to say about Rice’s inclusion in his BBC team, putting it relati
  
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• Auxerre keen on loan return for Gaëtan Perrin as Monaco enquire

  05-01-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  Auxerre keen on loan return for Gaëtan Perrin as Monaco enquireAJ Auxerre are interested in bringing Gaëtan Perrin back to Ligue 1, just six months after the winger left the club to join FC Krasnodar, according to L’Équipe. AS Monaco have also made enquiries over a possible move.Perrin (29) moved to Russia last summer after establishing himself as an important attacking outlet for Auxerre, but his adaptation has not gone as hoped. Despite featuring in 20 matches in all com
  
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• I'm getting my legs back - Gallagher

  05-01-2026 18:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  Injuries have limited Sam Gallagher to 10 starts for Stoke since joining from Blackburn in July 2024 [Getty Images]Stoke City striker Sam Gallagher says he is still short of full match fitness after scoring his first goal in 10 months.The 30-year-old, who missed the first three months of the season through injury, opened the scoring in Stoke's 2-0 win away to Norwich on Sunday.Since returning to action in late November, Gallagher has made nine successive substitute appearances before making his
  
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• Sheff Wed set to lose Man United loanee Amass

  05-01-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Harry Amass has made five Premier League appearances for Manchester United [Shutterstock]Sheffield Wednesday are set to lose the services of on-loan full-back Harry Amass, reports BBC Radio Sheffield.The 18-year-old joined the Owls from Manchester United on transfer deadline day but is expected to return to Old Trafford with his loan period having expired following Sunday's 3-0 loss at QPR.It is thought clubs higher up the Championship are interested in taking the England under-19 international
  
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• Everton join race for Saint-Étienne’s Zuriko Davitashvili

  05-01-2026 17:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  Everton join race for Saint-Étienne’s Zuriko DavitashviliAccording to Foot Mercato, Everton have entered the race for AS Saint-Étienne playmaker Zuriko Davitashvili, whose impressive Ligue 2 campaign has attracted growing attention across Europe.The Georgia international has been a key figure for Les Verts this season, contributing eight goals and one assist in 16 league appearances as Saint-Étienne sit third in Ligue 2 and push for an immediate return to the top fligh
  
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• Inside the furious Ruben Amorim row that sparked the end at Man United

  05-01-2026 17:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  It was the second day of a new year, but the beginning of the end for Ruben Amorim. When he met Jason Wilcox on Friday, a meeting set off the chain of events that led to the Portuguese becoming the latest former Manchester United head coach. Or, Amorim would say, manager.Wilcox, United’s director of football, was giving feedback. Amorim blew up. Not for the first time. A man who can be charming was also, as those at United could testify, emotional and erratic. But ever more had decided the
  
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• Massara meets with Friedkin to plan Roma’s transfers

  05-01-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  Massara meets with Friedkin to plan Roma’s transfersDespite a challenging period, marked by injuries and below-expected offensive output, Roma has yet to make any signings in the winter transfer window. This situation is starting to make headlines, especially given the difficulties encountered this part of the season and the need for action to remain competitive with the club’s objectives. Sporting director Frederic Massara has been working for weeks to strengthen Gian Piero Gasperin
  
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• 'Nancy argued there was progress - but nobody could see it'

  05-01-2026 17:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  Wilfried Nancy lost four of his six Celtic league matches and six of his eight games in all competitions [BBC]So many people will look at the results of Wilfried Nancy's tenure as being the reason for his departure. And for the most part they'd be right.However, the manner of those defeats is what did for him in the end. A stubbornness to play a system his group was not equipped to, defensively passive and meek, while unconvincing in attack.Leads were surrendered and against Motherwell they were
  
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