Manchester City’s preparations for the 2026/27 Premier League campaign have been rocked by the news that Jeremy Doku is set for a spell on the sidelines. The Belgian international sustained an injury during the Community Shield and is now certain to miss the opening fixture of the season.
Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has offered a fascinating insight into the transitional period awaiting the Etihad giants following Pep Guardiola's departure. The former England international believes that while external noise will be deafening, the club's internal expectations will be managed carefully as Enzo Maresca takes the reins.
Liverpool still require significant reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League campaign, according to former club captain Phil Thompson. The ex-defender believes that the current squad lacks the necessary depth, specifically demanding four or five additional signings to ensure that new manager Andoni Iraola can successfully challenge for the title this season.
Troy Parrott has been a prolific presence for Eredivisie side AZ and the Republic of Ireland national team, so why has a Premier League team not taken a “£25-30 million” punt on the Tottenham academy graduate? Ray Houghton has asked that question during an exclusive interview with GOAL, as Parrott is backed to net “12-14 goals” in the English top-flight.
Aston Villa’s pursuit of a new right-back has hit a significant roadblock after West Ham United rejected a formal loan approach for Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Unai Emery is determined to bolster his defensive ranks before the transfer window shuts to provide elite competition for current first-choice Matty Cash.
Manchester United have suffered a significant blow in the summer transfer window after Barcelona midfielder Gavi firmly rejected their advances. Manager Michael Carrick had identified the Spanish international as a prime target to bolster his midfield, but the youngster is fully committed to the Catalan giants and is now in line for a fresh contract at Camp Nou.
Chelsea have emerged as a shock destination for Rafael Leao after the AC Milan winger was offered to the Blues in a cut-price deal. The Portugal international had been a primary target for both Arsenal and Manchester United earlier this summer, but both Premier League giants have now cooled their interest.
Brentford are on the verge of securing the signature of West Ham defender El Hadji Malick Diouf in a highly lucrative £40m transfer. The London club have reportedly submitted a substantial bid for the talented left-back, who is eager to secure a swift return to the Premier League following West Ham's recent relegation to the Championship at the end of last season.
NEC manager Dick Schreuder has admitted he is not entirely impressed by the recent Champions League makeover at De Goffert. The Dutch coach revealed that the stadium modifications and logistical changes have even left him feeling somewhat irritated.
Fermin Lopez has admitted to feeling a sense of sadness after agreeing to hand over his number 16 shirt to incoming superstar Rodri. The Manchester City midfielder is on the verge of completing a blockbuster return to Spain as Hansi Flick continues to reshape his Blaugrana squad.
Manuel Akanji is convinced that John Stones will have no trouble adapting to life in Serie A following his high-profile move to Inter. The Swiss international, who previously played alongside Stones at Manchester City, believes his teammate possesses all the necessary attributes to thrive in Italian football immediately.
Pop superstar Robbie Williams has reached a milestone that most football fans only ever dream of by becoming an official Panini sticker. The lifelong Port Vale supporter has teamed up with the iconic collectibles brand and his beloved club to release a limited-edition "shiny" following his growing involvement with the Valiants.
Former Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld has urged the club to hijack Arsenal's pursuit of Victor Osimhen. Spurs have significantly bolstered their squad with big signings this summer, but the Belgian believes securing the prolific Galatasaray striker would perfectly complete Roberto De Zerbi’s attacking options.
Pep Guardiola has admitted that he may never return to the dugout after bringing his legendary ten-year stint at Manchester City to a close. The Catalan coach, widely regarded as one of the greatest tacticians in history, confessed that his current feeling is one of exhaustion rather than anticipation for a new challenge.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has provided a significant update on the future of Julian Alvarez as transfer speculation continues to swirl around the Argentine forward. The 26-year-old has emerged as a high-profile target for both Arsenal and Barcelona during the closing stages of the summer window.
AC Milan have firmly rejected a €10 million transfer bid from newly promoted Premier League side Coventry City for midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek. New Rossoneri manager Ruben Amorim has personally intervened to block the move, viewing the 30-year-old Englishman as a crucial part of his upcoming tactical project.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has taken matters into his own hands by personally calling Julian Alvarez in a last-ditch attempt to lure the striker to north London. The Gunners are desperate to land the Argentine international, despite strong interest from La Liga giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid's firm stance on a sale.
Leicester legend Emile Heskey has aired his surprise, during an exclusive interview with GOAL, at seeing the Foxes make no effort to bring Jamie Vardy back to the King Power Stadium. The Premier League title winner left the East Midlands as a free agent in 2025, spending last season at Cremonese in Italy, and Heskey admits that he would re-sign the 39-year-old striker “ in a heartbeat”.
Harry Kane has remained coy on his prospects of winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or despite enjoying a record-breaking cycle with Bayern Munich. The England captain believes he has done everything within his power to secure football’s most prestigious individual accolade following a relentless season of goalscoring in Germany.
Borussia Dortmund have officially completed the signing of midfielder Joey Veerman from PSV. The Dutch playmaker arrives at the Signal Iduna Park to bolster the club's midfield options ahead of the new campaign.
Sergio Busquets has officially taken his first step into coaching by returning to Barcelona as assistant manager of Barca Atletic. The Spanish legend retired at Inter Miami last year and now joins Juliano Belletti's backroom staff while completing his coaching badges.
Former Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah has opened up on his decision to swap Stamford Bridge for Serie A, revealing that Cesc Fabregas was the driving force behind his move to Como. The defender ended a 20-year association with Chelsea this summer to join the Italian side's burgeoning project over Serie A champions Inter.
Wayne Rooney believes Arsenal have the potential to "run away" with the Premier League title this season. The Manchester United legend also predicted his former club will secure a top-four finish under Michael Carrick's leadership amid significant managerial changes elsewhere.
Nigeria legend Jay-Jay Okocha has weighed in on the eternal GOAT debate by choosing Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo. The former playmaker highlighted a fundamental difference in style, describing the Argentine icon as a natural genius.
Chelsea have stepped up their contingency planning by identifying a primary replacement should vice-captain Enzo Fernandez complete a high-profile move to Manchester City. With the Etihad outfit desperate to bolster their midfield following Rodri's agreement with Barcelona, the Blues are prepared to raid a top-flight rival to fill the potential void at Stamford Bridge.
Newcastle United have officially strengthened their defensive options with the high-profile acquisition of Amar Dedic from Benfica. The Bosnian international arrived on Tyneside to finalize a move worth nearly £30 million, reuniting him with a manager who played a pivotal role in his early professional development.
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