Captain Josh Laurent scored twice as Stoke thrashed Rotherham 6-1 to book their place in the third round of the Carabao Cup.The win extends the Potters’ perfect home record to four victories in all competitions this season – a run that started with a 4-1 triumph over the Millers on the opening day of the new Championship campaign.Stoke took an early lead when Dutchman Wouter Burger, ...Full Story »

Ryan Christie came off the bench to steer Bournemouth past Swansea and into the third round of the Carabao Cup, just as penalties were looming.The Scotland international turned the ball into the far corner in the first minute of stoppage time after he was fed by fellow replacement Justin Kluivert to seal a 3-2 victory.Swansea had made spot-kicks appear likely when another substitute, Jamie Peter...Full Story »

Ajax Mohammed Kudus has joined West Ham from Ajax as part of a €45m package, plus a sell-on clause. Arsenal Kieran Tierney has joined Real Sociedad on loan for the season – no buy option clause included in the deal. AS Monaco Monaco are back in talks with Fulham to sign Tosin Adarabioyo. They hope to get the Folarin Balogun deal done first and will then try to complete the dea...Full Story »

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is set to be offered a new contract. Ten Hag has just kicked off his second season in charge of United after arriving last year from Ajax. The Dutchman led United to Champions League qualification and a League Cup triumph. The Daily Star says Ten Hag will be offered a two-year extension at Old Trafford. The Dutchman will receive a payrise on his curre...Full Story »

Both clubs sent their top men to watch Bakayoko, 20, against Rangers in their Champions League qualifier last week. PSV star Johan Bakayoko is being tracked by a number of Premier League clubs Bakayoko has been linked with Liverpool, Everton and even Burnley. But their Premier League rivals are now taking a bigger interest in the last week of the window. He will be checked again in the retur...Full Story »

Al-Duhail in talks with Aston Villa to sign Philippe Coutinho Al Duhail have approached Aston Villa for Philippe Coutinho but there’s still no formal bid on the table 🟣🔵 #AVFCDiscussions advanced on player side, not yet on club side. Talks will follow in the next days to understand if Coutinho will join the Qatari side. pic.twitter.com/kcdRou2sem— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRom...Full Story »

Jurgen Klopp insisted he has never experienced anything like 10-man Liverpool’s dramatic comeback win at Newcastle in his long managerial career.The Reds were trailing 1-0 and were down to 10 men following skipper Virgil van Dijk’s first-half dismissal before substitute Darwin Nunez struck twice to claim all three points at St James’ Park.Asked what the stunning comeback said a...Full Story »

Forgotten man Darwin Nunez came off the bench to fire 10-man Liverpool to a sensational 2-1 win at Newcastle as they staged a late, late show.Trailing to former Everton striker Anthony Gordon’s opener and at a numerical disadvantage following Virgil van Dijk’s dismissal, the Reds refused to accept defeat and got their reward when the £85million Uruguay international levelled wi...Full Story »

Chelsea have completed the signing of Serbian goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic from MLS club New England Revolution, the teams announced Saturday. ESPN reported earlier this week that Petrovic was set to arrive for a transfer fee worth up to £14 million ($18m), with an initial £12.5m plus a further £1.5m in add-ons. "It's a big step for me and it's always been a dream of mine to si...Full Story »

Forest's Brennan Johnson wants Spurs move Nottingham Forest star Brennan Johnson has reportedly expressed his wish to join Tottenham Hotspur this summer, according to Football Insider. Tottenham are keen on signing the 22-year-old forward this summer but Forest consider the player an integral part of their squad. They currently value him at £45m. Sevilla enquire about Lenglet with Barc...Full Story »

Newport manager Graham Coughlan believes his side passed an important test of character as they fought back from a goal down to beat Sutton 3-1 at Rodney Parade with three goals in the final 20 minutes.The visitors struck first in the 53rd minute when Omari Patrick was in the right place to fire low under Nick Townsend’s dive, while Sutton defender Joe Kizzi headed into his own net from Ad...Full Story »

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admitted it was clear they need to bring in new signings to improve the team after a goalless home draw with St Johnstone.The hosts failed to score in consecutive domestic games for the first time since May 2018, when they did so soon after winning the title for the second time under Rodgers.Celtic delivered another flat display following their 1-0 defeat in the Vi...Full Story »

Sam Hoskins struck a late winner to earn promoted Northampton a 1-0 victory at struggling Cheltenham.The only goal of a largely uninspiring game arrived in the 88th minute after a ball over the top of the home defence from Sam Sherring left Hoskins with only Luke Southwood to beat.He finished confidently for his third of the season and Cheltenham rarely troubled Max Thompson in the Cobblers goal...Full Story »

Newport fought back from a goal down to claim a 3-1 League Two victory over Sutton thanks to three goals in the final 20 minutes at Rodney Parade.After a scrappy first half, when Will Evans and James Clarke went closest to breaking the deadlock for the home side, the second half was a much more entertaining affair.Sutton struck first in the 53rd minute when Omari Patrick was in the right place t...Full Story »

Wolves substitute Sasa Kalajdzic scored a late winner two minutes after coming off the bench as Everton manager Sean Dyche’s decision to turn to some new faces produced a depressingly-familiar outcome.The Toffees dominated this Premier League match – having 15 shots – but remain goalless and pointless in the 270 minutes they have played so far this season as the visitors scored...Full Story »

James Maddison opened his account for Tottenham before Dejan Kulusevski ended his goal drought to help the feelgood factor around Ange Postecoglou’s new-look team continue with a 2-0 win at Bournemouth.Maddison had starred in last weekend’s fine victory over Manchester United, but was spotted on crutches and in a protective boot later that same night.A sore ankle failed to stop Spurs...Full Story »

Man City to make new bid for Wolves star Matheus Nunes Manchester City and Wolves remain in direct contact over Matheus Nunes deal as he’s the top target in midfield 🚨🔵New bid will be submitted after €55m package rejected, likely to be the last one from City.Matheus wants the move, City always been in active talks with Wolves. pic.twitter.com/TkpK5AJLhZ— Fabrizio Romano (@...Full Story »

Balogun close to €45m Monaco move 🚨Accord Arsenal / Monaco pour le transfert de Folarin Balogun 🇺🇸💫🔹Indemnité d’environ 45M€ bonus compris🔹Contrat de 5 ans🔹Encore quelques détails à régler pour finaliser l’opération. Toutes les parties sont confiantes pic.twitter.com/ADdFcuimLt— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) August 24, 2023 ...Full Story »

Bernardo Silva has signed a new one-year contract extension with Manchester City. City have successfully thwarted attempts from Al-Hilal, PSG and Barcelona this summer to extend Bernardo's deal to 2026. "I've had six incredible years at Manchester City and I'm delighted to extend my time here," Silva said. "Winning the Treble last season was extremely special and it's exciting to be part of...Full Story »

PSG continue talks with Eintracht Frankfurt for Kolo Muani After seeing their initial bid of €70m plus €10m bonus getting rejected by Eintracht Frankfurt for Randal Kolo Muani, Paris Saint-Germain are continuing negotiation with the Bundesliga side, according to Lequipe. PSG sporting advisor Luis Campos remains hopeful of a loan deal for the striker with an option to buy him late...Full Story »