Alphonso Davies, a Manchester City transfer target, has been in contact with Real Madrid as uncertainty over the Canadian's future at Bayern Munich grows. According to journalist Graeme Bailey, Pep Guardiola wants to sign Davies from Bayern Munich as he hopes to sign a natural left-back for his team. Florian Plettenberg has now reported that Real Madrid have moved quickly to make contact wit...Full Story »

Newcastle United and Manchester City reportedly remain locked in talks over a possible loan move for Kalvin Phillips. That’s according to journalist Rudy Galetti, who claims the Magpies are ‘keeping the pressure’ on their domestic rivals to land the out of favour midfielder. Despite also being a target for Serie A giants Juventus earlier in the window, Phillips, 28, has see...Full Story »

David Moyes faces a trip back to his former club after West Ham were held to a 1-1 FA Cup draw by Bristol City.The Hammers looked on course for a comfortable afternoon when Jarrod Bowen fired them into an early lead.It proved to be anything but, however, after a second-half equaliser from Tommy Conway secured a replay for the rocking Robins.West Ham’s squad would have been given a whole a ...Full Story »

Jese Rodriguez endured a less than productive one year loan spell at Stoke City When he first appeared on the scene, Jese Rodriguez was billed as Real Madrid's long-term replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. If his football ability was anything close to his capacity for grabbing negative headlines and drama, he would have surpassed anything the five-time Ballon d'Or winner achieved. At the age of...Full Story »

Joao Pedro scored twice late on as Brighton avoided an FA Cup upset at Championship side Stoke with a 4-2 comeback win.The hosts – who had not beaten top-flight opposition in the competition since they reached the final in 2011 – had held the lead for 35 first-half minutes courtesy of Jan Paul Van Hecke’s own goal, after which Steven Schumacher’s team were the better side...Full Story »

Hartlepool ended a run of six Vanarama National League games without a win as they beat fellow strugglers Oxford City 2-1 at the Suit Direct Stadium.The hosts, who appointed Lennie Lawrence as caretaker manager on Wednesday following the sacking of John Askey last month, held the upper hand for most of the match.Joe Grey cracked an early effort against the bar and Anthony Mancini brought a good ...Full Story »

Kevin De Bruyne could opt to leave Manchester City in favour of joining a Saudi Pro League club next summer. WHAT HAPPENED?According to Rudy Galetti, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) have renewed their interest in the Manchester City star having reportedly gotten back in touch with the player, and they view him as a primary target for next summer. THE BIGGER PICTUREDe Bruyne's current ...Full Story »

LOVE ISLAND star Arabella Chi and footballer Ruben Dias appeared to confirm their romance as they were pictured at an airport together. The pair have been rumoured to be dating since September. Arabella Chi and Ruben Dias appeared to confirm their romance Credit: Click The stunning influencer is a full-time model Credit: Instagram And now it seems they are still going strong heading into 202...Full Story »

Bayern yet to hold talks with Man Utd target Guirassy Bayern Munich remain interested in signing Serhou Guirassy from Stuttgart in the summer, although the club is yet to initiate any talks with the player, according to Florian Plettenberg. It is understood, though, that Guirassy is not too keen on becoming a number 2 behind Harry Kane. Other than the Bundesliga champions, Manchester United ...Full Story »

Forest want to re-sign Keylor Navas in January Nottingham Forest are reportedly interested in re-signing Keylor Navas from Paris Saint-Germain in the January transfer window, according to Football Insider. New Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo wants an experienced goalkeeper and thus the club want to bring back the Costa Rican who spent the 2022/23 season on loan at the Premier League side. M...Full Story »

Stoke boss Steven Schumacher was brimming with pride after his side held promotion-chasing Ipswich to a goalless draw.The Potters had the better chances, but they had to hold on for dear life after Jordan Thompson was sent off in the second half.Schumacher took over the reins at the Staffordshire club last month and they are now six unbeaten; but with only one win in the past two months.“I...Full Story »

Ten-man Stoke held promotion-chasing Ipswich to a goalless draw on New Year’s Day.Midfielder Jordan Thompson was sent off in the second half for two bookable offences as the resilient hosts’ held on for a well-deserved point.Southampton missed a glorious chance to slash Ipswich’s lead in second to just a point after they were held to a frustrating draw at Norwich.Steven Schumac...Full Story »

Dorking pulled four points clear of the National League relegation zone thanks to a 2-1 win at fellow strugglers Oxford City.The hosts were looking to leapfrog Dorking, who had gone four games without a win, and escape the bottom four but were undone by goals in the second half from Niall McManus, who scored three minutes after coming off the bench, and Sebastian Bowerman.Oliver Sanderson netted...Full Story »

Skipper Shaun Hutchinson struck an added-time winner to give Millwall a 1-0 Championship victory over Bristol City in a drab contest at Ashton Gate.The centre-back went forward for a corner from the right deep into five minutes of stoppage time and, when City failed to clear, thumped a sweet left-footed volley past Max O’Leary from 12 yards.It was enough to settle a poor quality game in wh...Full Story »

Juventus have opened talks with Manchester City for Kalvin Phillips. The England midfielder has been made available for the January market, with City favouring an outright sale. The Times says Juve have kicked off talks with City for Phillips. The Bianconeri hope to take Phillips on-loan next month. Phillips is keen on the move, though Newcastle also maintain an interest in the 28-year-old.Full Story »

Barca ready to offer Balde to sign Cancelo permanently Barcelona are considering offering talented left full-back Alejandro Balde as part of a swap deal to sign Joao Cancelo permanently from Manchester City next summer, according to Fichajes. The Catalan giants are confident of the Portuguese's abilities whom they signed on loan this summer. While they want to make his stay permanent, they m...Full Story »

Rodri and Julian Alvarez struck as Manchester City closed out a remarkable year with a routine 2-0 win over Premier League bottom side Sheffield United.Champions League final match-winner Rodri put City on course for a comfortable win at the Etihad Stadium with a fine strike after 14 minutes and Alvarez finished the job in the second half.After a tricky spell earlier in December, City have now e...Full Story »

MAN City boss Pep Guardiola yesterday told his mega-wealthy stars they are always being watched on social media — so the “less the criminals know, the better”. He urged players not to flaunt their wealth online after we revealed raiders terrified Jack Grealish’s family at his new mansion. Concerned manager Pep Guardiola has warned players not to flaunt their wealth afte...Full Story »

Watford held out for a 1-1 draw at home to Stoke despite losing Vakoun Bayo early in the second half to a straight red card for lashing out at Luke McNally.Jake Livermore’s first Watford goal was cancelled out by an equaliser from Ryan Mmaee before the break.Bayo saw red in the 52nd minute but Stoke could not find a winner.Watford head coach Valerian Ismael handed a first start to Giorgi C...Full Story »

Bristol City’s charge towards the Championship play-offs hit a bump in the road as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Birmingham at St Andrew’s.A low-quality contest did little to ease Wayne Rooney’s concerns, with the Blues boss still having only two wins to his name since succeeding John Eustace 14 games ago, while Liam Manning saw his team’s three-game winning streak snap...Full Story »