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Postecoglou's replacement?! Nottingham eye up rival PL boss

Nottingham Forest are reportedly considering a shock move for Fulham boss Marco Silva as pressure mounts on Ange Postecoglou just seven games into his tenure. Owner Evangelos Marinakis is set to hold crunch talks with the Australian during the international break after a dismal run of results left Forest hovering above the Premier League relegation zone. The Daily Mail reports that Marco Silva has emerged as a long-term target, though any formal approach is unlikely before the season’s end.

Man Utd prepared to offload Maguire

Ruben Amorim is planning for life without Harry Maguire and has doubts over the future of another Manchester United defender, according to reports. Maguire has had a mixed spell at Old Trafford since his £80m move from Leicester City in 2019. Manchester United triggered a 12-month extension in Maguire’s contract at the start of 2025 but the Daily Mirror say he will not be offered another deal.

Spurs targeting surprise move Barca's Ter Stegen

In one of the more surprising transfer rumours of the week, Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen. The German international, widely regarded as one of Europe’s best over the past decade, has reportedly attracted interest ahead of the January transfer window, with Manchester United and Newcastle United also monitoring developments.

According to Sport, the speculation comes as a surprise given Spurs’ current goalkeeping situation. Guglielmo Vicario, signed just over a year ago, has impressed overall despite some criticism over his command of set pieces. With Thomas Frank seeing the Italian as part of his long-term project, a move for Ter Stegen would represent a significant shift in approach rather than a necessity.

Conte's Napoli eye Premier League rising star Michael Kayode

Antonio Conte-managed Napoli want to sign a new right-back in January and, in a shocking turn of events, it is understood that Brentford full-back Michael Kayode is on their shortlist as the manager searches for depth behind Giovanni Di Lorenzo.

Man City send scouts to 'observe' four Ligue 1 targets

Premier League giants Manchester City sent a scout to watch over the Ligue 1 fixture between RC Lens and AJ Auxerre last week. It has been reported that the scouting team had four players on their shortlist.

Rooney weighs in on 'absolutely crazy' Postecoglou sack talk

Wayne Rooney has jumped to the defence of under-fire Nottingham Forest boss Ange Postecoglou, branding the mounting calls for his sacking "absolutely crazy". The former Manchester United star has urged patience amid growing unrest at the City Ground after a disastrous start to the season.

Bayern confirm new contract talks for Upamecano

Bayern Munich have officially confirmed that contract talks are underway with Dayot Upamecano after weeks of speculation surrounding the defender's future at Allianz Arena. Club president Herbert Hainer has publicly addressed the situation, assuring fans that negotiations are progressing as Bayern look to secure the French defender’s long-term future, whom they see as a crucial figure in Vincent Kompany’s evolving defensive setup.

Rodri injury update & Man City return date target

Pep Guardiola has delivered an injury update on Rodri after seeing the Spaniard forced out of Manchester City’s Premier League clash with Brentford. The Ballon d’Or winner has been handled with care this season, but he limped away from the clash in west London and is facing another spell on the sidelines.

Konate seeks improved contract as Liverpool talks stall

Discussions between Liverpool and defender Ibrahima Konaté over a new contract have reached an impasse, with both parties yet to agree on terms, as reported byDavid Ornstein. The French centre-back, aged 26, is reportedly seeking an enhanced deal that better reflects his importance to the squad.

Despite the slowdown in talks, Konaté’s intention is not to engineer a move away from Anfield. Sources suggest his goal is to secure a more rewarding extension with Liverpool, rather than pursue interest from Real Madrid, who have been linked in recent weeks.

Guti tells Real Madrid wonderkid to leave

Guti believes Endrick's development is stalling at Real Madrid and has urged the youngster to seek a loan move in January if he doesn't receive opportunities before the winter break.

Gerrard in line for Rangers return after Martin is sacked

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is reportedly in line for a return to Rangers, with the Scottish Premiership giants in the market for a new coach after parting company with Russell Martin.

Barca, Juve and Saudi clubs set sights on Silva

Both Barcelona and Juventus are laying the groundwork to secure Bernardo Silva’s signature, while Saudi Arabian sides Al Ahli, Al Qadsiah, and Al Nassr are also reportedly preparing lucrative proposals to lure the Portuguese midfielder away from Manchester City, as revealed by Caught Offside.

Under the guidance of sporting director Deco, Barcelona are planning a free transfer once the season concludes. Deco believes Silva’s creativity and control in midfield would perfectly align with Hansi Flick’s tactical vision. While Juventus are intrigued by a potential deal, Silva’s £300,000 weekly wage presents a major obstacle, likely requiring the player to accept a significant pay reduction.

Real Madrid prepare record-breaking bid for City star Rodri

According to a report from the Daily Star, Real Madrid are preparing a sensational £130 million offer to sign Rodri from Manchester City in the upcoming summer window. The Spanish powerhouse sees the midfielder as a pivotal addition to strengthen their core ahead of next season.

City chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak remains adamant about retaining the 2024 Ballon d’Or recipient, yet there’s growing belief that the 29-year-old could be enticed by a return to his native Madrid. To counter Madrid’s interest, City are expected to begin discussions over a new and improved deal for Rodri, which would enhance his wages and extend his stay beyond 2027.

PL clubs circle as Ter Stegen faces uncertain future at Barca

Reports from Diario Sport suggest that Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are evaluating the possibility of launching a January bid for Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

The 33-year-old is expected to recover from injury by November, but he may find himself sidelined due to the impressive early-season displays of summer recruit Joan García, who is also nearing a comeback after knee surgery. With the World Cup approaching next summer, Ter Stegen is eager for consistent game time, something he might struggle to secure at the Camp Nou under current circumstances.

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."