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Real Madrid monitor Leicester wonderkid as Vini Jr. replacement

According to a report from Fichajes, Real Madrid are keenly monitoring Leicester City's 16-year-old wonderkid Jeremy Monga. Los Blancos see him as the ideal player to carry forward the burden of the attack on the left wing after Vinicius Jr. and he falls perfectly into the club's current youth-oriented recruitment strategy.

West Ham consider shock return of Slaven Bilic

In the aftermath of West Ham's 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace, their fourth defeat of the season, the Hammers are reportedly considering a reunion with former head coach Slaven Bilic, with Graham Potter increasingly at risk of losing his job.

Graham Potter 'under serious threat of sack' after Crystal Palace defeat

The Guardianreports that Graham Potter's days at the London Stadium might be numbered, with West Ham United reportedly considering sacking the former Brighton and Chelsea boss if results don't improve immediately. The Hammers have lost four of their opening five Premier League games of the season, piling pressure on Potter to produce positive results in the near future.

Real Madrid keen on both Konate and Van de Ven

Real Madrid are keen on shoring up their defence next summer amid reports of possible interest in William Saliba as well as Ibrahima Konate. Now, according to a report from teamTALK, Los Blancos are also considering a move for Tottenham Hotspur's Micky van de Ven. With David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger expected to leave the Spanish capital next summer, Madrid have made bolstering the defence one of their top priorities for 2026.

United eye Nottingham Forest's Anderson

Manchester United are reportedly considering a January approach for Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson, according to TEAMtalk. With winter moves for Brighton’s Carlos Baleba and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton looking unrealistic, the 21-year-old has emerged as a serious candidate to strengthen the midfield. United manager Ruben Amorim is expected to receive backing in the January transfer market, with reports suggesting the club could table a bid in the region of £70 million for Anderson.

Liverpool monitoring Brighton's Baleba

Liverpool are reportedly weighing up a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, according to TEAMtalk. The 21-year-old Cameroon international has long been a target for Manchester United, but Arne Slot's side are now said to be closely following his development. Despite growing interest, Brighton are understood to have no intention of parting with Baleba in the middle of the campaign. The Seagulls view him as a vital figure and are “extremely reluctant” to consider any winter negotiations.

Guehi wants a transfer away from Palace and it's NOT Liverpool

Marc Guehi has reportedly set his heart on a surprise transfer away from Crystal Palace after the defender saw his deadline day move to Liverpool collapse. The England defender came within a whisker of joining the Reds on deadline day, only for Crystal Palace to pull the plug when they couldn’t land a replacement.

Moyes defends Liverpool's spending but can't resist sly dig

Everton boss David Moyes has defended Liverpool's summer spending spree but still aimed a cheeky dig at their Merseyside rivals. The Reds spent around £450 million on signings but manager Arne Slot was keen to point out they have sold £200m-worth of players as well. And while Moyes acknowledged that, he couldn't help but stick the boot in before their Anfield clash.

Revealed: Staggering sum Man Utd must fork out to sack Amorim

Manchester United will have to fork out a staggering fee in compensation if they plan to sack Ruben Amorim in the middle of the season. The Red Devils are off to a nightmare start in the 2025-26 campaign and it only got worse after their humiliating derby loss against Manchester City last Sunday. The Red Devils currently find themselves 14th in the Premier League after four games.

Premier League icon keen to make managerial comeback

Former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez wants to make a managerial comeback in England's top-flight before formally ending his illustrious coaching career.

Speaking to The Telegraph, Benitez said: "Sometimes to be described as ‘a legend’ is very nice, but also complicated. It is bad for a coach to be seen as retired. People still ask me, ‘Do you want to coach?’ For sure, I do, particularly in England and Europe. I do not want people to think I am finished. I am still evolving."

Man Utd ready to offer Mainoo PLUS cash for Madrid star

According to Spanish outlet Defensa Central, Manchester United have offered Kobbie Mainoo plus cash in a bold attempt to land Federico Valverde from Real Madrid.

The England midfielder has found himself behind Bruno Fernandes in Ruben Amorim’s pecking order, leading to frustration about his lack of minutes. Real Madrid, however, are not entertaining the deal, as Valverde is viewed as untouchable in their project.

Vini Jr could QUIT Madrid if contract demands not met

Real Madrid have been in talks with Vinicius Junior's representatives over a new contract since the end of 2024, but the two parties have yet to make any progress in their discussions.

According to Diario AS, Madrid are yet to make progress in talks amid reports that Vinicius Junior wants the same wages which Mbappe currently earns at the club. The Selecao star is also concerned about his role in the team, as he feels that it could change under Xabi Alonso to accommodate the French star, although the Spanish head coach has maintained that the Brazilian is important to his squad.

Rashford's hopes of making permanent Barcelona switch in doubt

Marcus Rashford's hope of making a permanent switch to Barcelona next summer has hit a roadblock as the Spanish giants are all set to see their spending power slashed by £100m due to La Liga's latest constraints.

Rashford, who fell out of favour under United boss Ruben Amorim, is now regularly getting game time under Hansi Flick and the England international is reportedly considering making his switch permanent to the Spanish giants. However, his wish might not materialise as the Catalan giants' spending power has been curtailed by La Liga's salary caps, according to the Daily Mail.

Saliba requests urgent talks with Arsenal as Madrid ramp up interest

William Saliba has requested an urgent meeting with Arsenal over the renewal of his contract as Real Madrid ramp up their interest in signing the French defender. Saliba's current deal at Emirates Stadium expires in 2027 and Los Blancos are ready to negotiate a cut-price deal for the Frenchman with the Gunners over the next two years.

According to Diario AS, Madrid are keeping a close eye on Saliba's situation at Arsenal as they remain interested in signing the France international. Los Blancos are likely to see David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger leave the club next summer and as a result, they are in the market to sign a partner for Dean Huijsen next season.

Man Utd 'offer' Mainoo and £44m for Real Madrid's Valverde

Man Utd have made a bid of €50m (£44m) plus Kobbie Mainoo in an attempt to convince Real Madrid to part with Federico Valverde, according to reports.

And now Spanish website Defensa Central have claimed that Man Utd have made an 'offer' of €50m (£44m) plus Mainoo in an attempt to buy Federico Valverde from Real Madrid. Man Utd 'want to improve its midfield and is aware of Madrid’s interest in Mainoo' and are therefore 'willing to offer a swap deal for Valverde, adding a 50 million transfer fee'.

Kane backed to become Barcelona's Haaland transfer stopgap

Harry Kane is being backed to become a transfer stopgap for Barcelona, with the Liga giants expected to make a play for Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland at some stage. If England captain Kane could be lured away from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2026, then Barca would have time in which to generate the funds required to make their Haaland dream a reality.

Tottenham express ‘strong interest’ in Morten Hjulmand

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly expressed a ‘strong interest’ in signing Sporting CP star Morten Hjulmand, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Now, Fichajes state that Tottenham are willing to reinforce the engine room next year and have registered a serious interest in the former Lecce star. Thomas Frank believes his compatriot would be an ideal fit to play in his system. Spurs are prepared to launch a formal proposal worth around £52m to seal the deal with his existing deal set to run until 2028. Sporting don’t want to part ways with their captain, but it would be difficult for them to keep hold of him should Tottenham eventually make a concrete approach.

Ex-Wrexham man Fletcher set to retire amid Hibs interest

Former Wrexham striker Steven Fletcher is reportedly set to reject interest from Scottish Premiership side Hibernian and announce his retirement from professional football. The 38-year-old has been a free agent after being released by the Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney-owned club following their promotion to the Championship last season.

According to the Daily Record, Hibs had held talks with Fletcher over a move which would have seen him return to the club where he began his professional career. Emerging through the youth system in 2004, the forward went on to score 52 goals in 189 appearances for Hibs before joining Burnley in 2009.

Wolves tie down Strand Larsen despite summer transfer saga

Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen has put pen to paper on a bumper five-year deal, with the option to extend it by another season. It’s a massive show of faith in the 25-year-old, who rattled in 14 goals on loan from Celta Vigo last season before sealing a £23 million ($34m) permanent move in July.

'Detach yourself' - Liverpool chief justifies £450m summer spend

Liverpool sporting director, Richard Hughes, justified the £450 million ($606m) summer spend, which saw two club records shattered, and a squad reshaped with some of Europe’s hottest talents.