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Chelsea plotting ambitious move for Semenyo

According to Fichajes, Chelsea are ready to splash a whopping €90million (£77.8m) to sign in-form Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo. The 25-year-old Ghana star is off to a flying start in the new season, having scored six goals in seven Premier League matches, which has helped the Bees to occupy fourth place on the points table.

Rangers part ways with Russell Martin

Scottish Premiership giants Rangers have officially parted ways with manager Russell Martin, the club confirmed on Sunday.

The official statement from the club read: "Rangers Football Club confirms that it has parted company with Head Coach, Russell Martin. While all transition periods require some time, results have not met the club's expectations. Assistant Head Coach Matt Gill and First-Team Coach Mike Williamson will also be departing. Russell and his staff have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club. We thank them for their efforts and wish them well for the future."

Bayern chief discusses Kane contract situation

Bayern Munich director Christoph Freund opened up on Harry Kane's contract situation and revealed whether the club would want to retain the striker on a long-term basis.

Speaking to Sky90, Freund said: "Both us and Harry Kane side can easily imagine continuing together beyond the end of the current contract. Harry feels very comfortable in Munich. That's why we hope he'll stay in Munich for a few more years."

Why Bayern didn’t battle Liverpool for £116m Wirtz transfer

Bayern Munich chief has claimed that the Bundesliga champions "can afford any transfer they want", while explaining why they did not compete with Liverpool for Florian Wirtz's transfer.

Speaking to BILD, Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said, "We can afford any transfer we want. We have an excellent capital ratio. FC Bayern is doing very well. But we want to be able to pay a player – without having to run to the bank. That's not FC Bayern's DNA. The bottom team in the English league, at €125m, has €60m more in media revenue than us. Liverpool has €200m, while FC Barcelona and Real Madrid each have €160m."

Guardiola: Haaland 'isn't stupid enough' to consider Barca move

Pep Guardiola has laughed off reports linking Erling Haaland with a move to Barcelona, insisting the striker is "not stupid enough" to consider leaving Manchester City after signing a decade-long deal.

Guardiola dismissed speculation with trademark humour, pointing to Haaland’s intelligence and ambition. "I think Erling isn’t stupid enough to sign something he doesn’t want to accomplish, that is for sure," he said. "But it's football, who knows what is going to happen. Nobody knows. Honestly, I don’t know what is going to happen. I know he has a long contract here, and I think he’s doing really well and scoring a lot of goals."

Man City reportedly plotting move for Atleti's Molina

Manchester City have emerged as strong contenders to sign highly-rated Atletico Madrid right-back Nahuel Molina ahead of the January transfer window. Pep Guardiola is aiming to assemble a team capable of regaining the Premier League title and has earmarked the right-back position as a key area that needs improvement. According to TEAMtalk, "City are monitoring the situation of Atletico Madrid right-back Nahuel Molina as they consider options for the new year."

Liverpool preparing Olise move to succeed Salah

Liverpool are preparing to make a historic move in the transfer market as they line up a £150 million bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise. According to Fichajes, the Reds have placed the Frenchman at the top of their list as they prepare for life without Mohamed Salah, whose Anfield future remains in question beyond the summer of 2026.

Maguire could reunite with Ronaldo at Al-Nassr

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire could be set for a sensational switch to Saudi Arabia, with Al-Nassr reportedly lining up a move that would see him reunite with former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo. The England international's deal at Old Trafford expires next summer, and United are not expected to offer fresh terms as they plan for the future. Both Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq have expressed interest, per the Mirror, with lucrative offers expected to tempt the 32-year-old defender.

Liverpool to target Willian Pacho

Liverpool will be in the transfer market for a central defender in 2026 with Virgil van Dijk ageing, Ibrahima Konate yet to commit to a new deal amidst links with Real Madrid and Giovanni Leoni also out for the better part of the next year due to an ACL injury.

Caught Offside has reported that the Reds have not ruled out a spending spree in January itself and are eyeing a gutsy transfer for Paris Saint-Germain centre back Willian Pacho, who has impressed in the last few months with the Ligue 1 giants.

Saudi giants eye move for Maguire

Per The Mirror, Manchester United star Harry Maguire has attracted interest from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq. The central defender is free to negotiate deals from January 1 and could consider a move to the Middle East if he is offered massive wages.

Amorim insists he has support of Man Utd players

Ruben Amorim said he could feel that his Manchester United players do not want him to get sacked after they beat Sunderland 2-0 to ease the pressure on the coach.

Amorim said that the players' resilient performance proved that they supported him and he was pleased with how the team stuck together even when their intensity levels dropped in the second half. "We didn’t play well during all the game but we had our moments but if you look at our performance, it was a team performance," he said. "There was focus, defending well, we were trying to kill the game in the second half. So I'm pleased with that and now we move forward to the next one."

Mounts delivers Amorim verdict after scoring in Sunderland win

Ruben Amorim can breathe a sigh of relief after Manchester United registered a much-needed 2-0 win over the in-form Sunderland on Saturday afternoon. Following the game, Mason Mount, who got himself on the scoresheet along with summer arrival Benjamin Sesko, asserted that the team is fully behind the under-pressure Amorim amid reports that he could face the axe.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Mount said: "We're 100% behind the gaffer. We've had some difficult results that hurt us, have been painful for the team, the staff and the fans, but today it was important to win. It needs to be – we thought after Chelsea it would be the start of something and then we go to Brentford and have a disappointing result. It starts today and we'll be working hard over the break. We want to get back-to-back wins, then three in a row and push on for the top four."

Big-spenders ready to offer 'unbelievable' £261m for Kane

According to a report from Sport BILD, Saudi giants Al-Hilal are prepared to make an "unbelievable" offer worth £261 million (€300m/$352m) to Bayern Munich talisman Kane. Journalist Christian Falk reports Kane "was and is" still on the radar of Al-Hilal and the club are in a position to table a three-year proposal to the former Tottenham Hotspur forward.

Everton handed boost in pursuit of Sevilla full-back

According to a report from Orgullo Biri, Everton are determined to make a move for Sevilla right-back Juanlu Sanchez in the winter transfer window. The report adds that the La Liga side will not entertain any offers below £17 million, with Sanchez not against the idea of moving to the Premier League.

Crystal Palace eyeing move for Kees Smit

According to a report from Daily Mail, Crystal Palace are monitoring AZ Alkmaar wonderkid Kees Smit. The Dutch side are seeking a fee around £20 million for the 19-year-old midfielder. The Eagles are keen to bolster their squad next summer with rumours that Adam Wharton could move to a bigger team, either in the Premier League or overseas.

Palace push to keep Kamada beyond current deal

Crystal Palace are reportedly making strong efforts to persuade Daichi Kamada to remain with the club beyond the expiration of his current contract, which ends when the season concludes, as reported by Sky Sports. The London side views the Japanese midfielder as a vital part of their plans moving forward. The 29-year-old recently earned a nomination for the Premier League Player of the Month award for September, highlighting his growing influence. With the January transfer window approaching, Palace are eager to finalize discussions soon. Under league rules, Kamada will be eligible to negotiate with overseas clubs once the window opens, increasing the urgency to secure his commitment.

Bayern plan contract extension to keep hold of Olise

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing a new deal for forward Michael Olise amid growing attention from Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Liverpool, as reported byTransfermarkt. Since arriving from Crystal Palace for €60 million, the France international has been a revelation, delivering consistent quality in the Bundesliga and on the continental stage. Bayern’s management hopes to extend Olise’s contract beyond 2029, a move aimed at deterring potential suitors and reaffirming his long-term place in their project.

Man Utd set for huge Fernandes transfer decision in January

Manchester United could be set for a huge Bruno Fernandes transfer decision in January with several clubs reportedly lining up to lure the struggling Red Devils captain away from Old Trafford. The timing couldn’t be worse for United, who are stumbling through a nightmare start to the season, leaving rivals circling like sharks around a sinking ship.

Real Madrid eye young Bayern star as midfield reinforcement

Real Madrid are reportedly weighing up an approach for Bayern Munich’s rising midfielder, Aleksandar Pavlovic, as they look for options to strengthen their midfield, as reported by Ekrem Konur. The 21-year-old German talent has emerged as a potential backup target after the club’s pursuit of Manchester City’s Rodri faced complications. Interest in Pavlovic extends beyond Madrid. Both Manchester City and Juventus are said to be monitoring his progress closely, recognising his growing influence in Bayern’s setup. Pavlovic remains tied to Bayern Munich until 2029, giving the German champions significant leverage in any future negotiations.