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Premier League News: Brighton stun man city

31Aug

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Premier League News: Brighton stun man city

Brajan Gruda Brajan Gruda came off the bench to score an 89th-minute goal to give Brighton their first win of the Premier League season, while condemning Manchester City to back-to-back defeats. The German attacking midfielder finished calmly to seal a comeback success after he rounded James Trafford, who had made a brilliant save to deny Jan Paul van Hecke moments earlier. City had taken a 34th-minute lead as Erling Haaland marked his 100th Premier League appearance with his 88th goal, poking home from close range.But the Norwegian spurned other chances that proved costly in the end for Pep Guardiola's side. Following a Matheus Nunes handball inside the box, James Milner converted from the penalty spot against his former club to become the Premier League's second oldest scorer...

football transfer: RB Leipzig target Harvey Elliott

31Aug

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football transfer: RB Leipzig target Harvey Elliott

Harvey Elliott RB Leipzig have expressed interest in Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott as they prepare for life after Xavi Simons, but multiple hurdles stand in the way of any potential transfer. According to ESPN Soccer, while the Bundesliga side admire Elliott’s talent and see him as a suitable replacement, the financial terms and Liverpool’s stance on retaining him remain significant obstacles. Sources told ESPN that “Leipzig are going to be reluctant to meet Liverpool’s potential €45m-50m asking price for the player.” That figure reflects both Elliott’s importance to Arne Slot’s squad and Liverpool’s reluctance to part ways with a player who has steadily grown in stature since joining from Fulham. Leipzig are bracing themselves for the departure of Xavi Simons, who is set to ...

31Aug

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Emiliano Martinez Manchester United have made contact with Aston Villa to understand the conditions of a deal for goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, according to Fabrizio Romano. Argentina international Martinez has been strongly linked with a move away from Villa Park this summer, even appearing to bid farewell to the fans at the end of the 2024-25 season. His transfer has yet to materialize so far this summer, but the South American has now emerged as a concrete option for the Red Devils during the closing stages of the window. Romano has revealed that Manchester United have approached Aston Villa and Martinez’s camp to discuss the possibility of a transfer before Monday’s deadline.The Red Devils are eager to add a new goalkeeper to their squad this summer after the failings of bo...

Fiorentina offered Madrid midfielder after Juventus enquiry

31Aug

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Fiorentina offered Madrid midfielder after Juventus enquiry

Dani Ceballos Fiorentina are still active on the transfer market ahead of Monday’s deadline, and Football Flame understands that intermediaries have offered them the chance to sign Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid. Over the course of Saturday night, intermediaries offered Fiorentina Dani Ceballos, who is not currently considered ‘unsellable’ by his current employers at the Bernabeu. According to recent reports from Spanish outlet AS, Juventus have also recently made an attempt to sign the former Arsenal loanee. Fiorentina, meanwhile, have been in direct contact to discuss the 29-year-old, and the situation is one that should be monitored before the close of the summer transfer window. Fiorentina are especially likely to strike a deal for Ceballos if they end up sanctioning...

Hudson-Odoi extends Nottingham deal to three-year

31Aug

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Hudson-Odoi extends Nottingham deal to three-year

Callum Hudson Odoi Nottingham Forest is delighted to confirm Callum Hudson-Odoi has extended his stay on Trentside, signing a new three-year deal until 2028. A fundamental part of the team that qualified for Europe in 2024/25, Hudson-Odoi featured in 31 league games, the most the winger has played in a single Premier League season. Operating off both flanks, Hudson-Odoi created big moments throughout the year, scoring crucial winning goals against Manchester City and Liverpool. His trademark finish at the home of the eventual champions was enough to see Forest win at Anfield for the first time in 55 years. A Champions League, Europa League and FA Cup winner, the Englishman is vastly experienced at the age of just 24. Before making the move to Forest, Hudson-Odoi also had a year in German...

Man Utd: Fernandes scores in 3-2 Win Over Burnley

30Aug

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Man Utd: Fernandes scores in 3-2 Win Over Burnley

Man United Manchester United needed every ounce of composure from captain Bruno Fernandes to snatch victory against Burnley in a pulsating Premier League clash at Old Trafford. The Portuguese midfielder converted an injury-time penalty to seal a 3-2 win that highlighted both United’s attacking flair and their defensive fragility.For manager Ruben Amorim, it was a result that kept momentum building, but the manner of the victory will also provide food for thought. United’s recurring problems between the posts nearly cost them dearly again. Altay Bayindir, deputising in goal, was culpable for Burnley’s second equaliser. His handling error gifted Jaidon Anthony a simple finish, bringing the visitors level and threatening to take two precious points from United’s grasp. Earlier i...

Maresca provides Delap update in latest injury blow for Chelsea

30Aug

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Maresca provides Delap update in latest injury blow for Chelsea

Liam Delap Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has revealed Liam Delap will be out for at least six weeks following his injury in the 2-0 win over Fulham.The English striker pulled up in the first half clutching his hamstring and now faces a tough setback in his debut campaign at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea went on to win the contest 2-0, despite two controversial VAR decisions, but face an uncertain few weeks with little cover behind Joao Pedro.Nicolas Jackson is set to join Bayern Munich on loan, while Christopher Nkunku has joined AC Milan, leaving Maresca with Joao Pedro and the option of Cole Palmer, who is currently injured, and Tyrique George playing out of position. “Delap is expected to be out for six to eight weeks because of this type of injury,” Maresca told TNT Sports. "Liam in...

Marseille sign Hamed Traore from Bournemouth

30Aug

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Marseille sign Hamed Traore from Bournemouth

Hamed Traore Olympique de Marseille have added some more attacking punch to its squad.On Friday, the club announced the signing of Hamed Traore (25), who featured prominently last season on loan at AJ Auxerre. The Ivorian international was the joint-top goalscorer in Ligue 1 for Christophe Pélissier’s men, as he and Gaëtan Perrin (29) each scored 10 times. Traore had been under contract with Premier League Bournemouth before officially signing at Marseille. Roberto De Zerbi, his new manager, said that the attacking midfielder had been on their radar throughout this transfer window. “This summer, we immediately thought of Traore. He is a very good player, he has already played in France, I have already trained him (in Empoli, between June 2018 and May 2021) he can occupy two...

30Aug

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Man United Napoli and Manchester United have agreed a deal for Rasmus Hojlund to join the Serie A champions on loan with a conditional obligation to buy him next summer. It is up to the Dane, who had said earlier this summer that he wanted to stay at Old Trafford, if he agrees to move to Napoli. But United have accepted a package that includes a €6m loan fee and a €44m clause to complete a permanent move for the striker. It could bring an end to Hojlund’s United career, just two years after he joined from Atalanta for £64m, which had the potential to go up to £72m including add-ons. The 21-year-old has scored 26 goals in 95 appearances for United, but had a 21-game run without finding the net last season.Head coach Ruben Amorim has signed three attackers this summer, at a c...

La Liga: Real Madrid vs Mallorca,Predicted lineups

30Aug

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La Liga: Real Madrid vs Mallorca,Predicted lineups

Vinicius Real Madrid host Mallorca in the third game of the 2025-26 La Liga season. Xabi Alonso might decide to make some more rotations, as this will also be the last match before the upcoming FIFA break. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Trent, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras, Tchouameni, Guler, Valverde, Mastantuono, Vinicius, Mbappe. Mallorca predicted XI: Leo Roman, Morey, Valjent, Raillo, Kumubulla, Mojica, Costa, Morlanes, Asano, Darder, Muriqi. Vinicius will likely return to the starting lineup in this one, and Alexander-Arnol could also start given that he will stay in Madrid during the break while Carvajal will leave to play with the Spanish National Team.

man united: Everton eyeing Kobbie Mainoo

30Aug

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man united: Everton eyeing Kobbie Mainoo

Kobbie Mainoo Everton want to sign Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo He did not get a chance in the first two matches of the Premier League in the ongoing 2025/26 season, while in the EFL Cup, he played the full 90 minutes against Grimsby and then lost on penalties. It is clear from this that Mainoo’s role is still uncertain, and he is constantly feeling this uneasiness. Meanwhile, new news has come to light. According to the report, Everton are looking to take Mainoo on loan before the transfer window closes in the coming days. Journalist Graeme Bailey told Everton News that the Merseyside club are seriously interested in this deal. He said that many clubs want the English midfielder, and at the moment, his camp is considering all the options. However, the claim that Ma...

Saka ruled out for weeks with hamstring injury

29Aug

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Saka ruled out for weeks with hamstring injury

Bukayo Saka Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka's latest hamstring injury will keep him out for "a few weeks," manager Mikel Arteta said Friday ahead of the Premier League game at Liverpool. Sunday's match at Anfield is an early clash of title contenders, but the Gunners face the defending champion saddled with injuries to key players, including captain Martin Odegaard. The midfielder hurt his shoulder during Arsenal's 5-0 victory over Leeds last weekend."He hasn´t trained yet, and if he does it will be tomorrow," Arteta said. "He´s doing everything he can, we´re doing everything that we can to make him available, but we´ll have to wait and see tomorrow. ... if everything goes well, he can cope with it. "This week, Odegaard was summoned by Norway for upcoming matches.Saka, who also ...

football news: Alexander-Arnold left out of latest England squad

29Aug

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football news: Alexander-Arnold left out of latest England squad

Trent Alexander-Arnold England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his 24-man squad for next month's World Cup qualifying matches against Andorra and Serbia. Real Madrid midfielder Trent Alexander-Arnold, who left Liverpool over the summer, has been dropped from the latest squad. However, it was better news for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson and Tottenham full-back Djed Spence, who both received their first England call-ups. Marcus Rashford, John Stones and Adam Wharton have also been recalled to the squad. Former Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold made his England debut in 2018 and has 34 caps and four goals to his name.He featured in Tuchel's previous squad however he has been left out this time round. Another omission is attacker Jack Grealish, who s...

29Aug

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Nottingham Forest eye Getafe goalkeeper

David Soria Getafe goalkeeper David Soria is now a priority target for Nottingham Forest and the Premier League club are pushing to sign the Spaniard. The City Ground outfit are looking to introduce some key faces through the door before the window closes for business on Monday. Forest have a deal in place with Juventus for 22-year-old Italian full-back Nicolo Savona, who they are planning to put through his medical tests today. Signing a full-back has been very high on their agenda, but getting a quality goalkeeper has been equally important. With Savona set to become a new Nottingham Forest player, the Premier League side are fully concentrated on a goalkeeper in the dying embers of the summer window. Getafe number 1 Soria has been the top choice in recent days, and acco...

29Aug

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man united Manchester United are close to an agreement with Napoli to loan out Rasmus Hojlund with an obligation to buy around £40million.The club are also in a similar negotiating position with Real Betis for winger Antony. As reported by Daily Mail Sport this week, Napoli stepped up talks to sign Hojlund, who has been told by Ruben Amorim he will receive limited minutes this season. The frontman is open to joining permanently and will step in to fill the void left behind by Romelu Lukaku, who will miss several months due to a thigh injury. AC Milan are also in the race and it is understood they offered a £4.5m loan fee with an option to buy for £39m last week. Fulham also showed a tentative interest. Hojlund had dug in his heels and wanted to fight for his place despite...

man utd news: Onana dropped, Sesko to start vs Burnley

28Aug

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man utd news: Onana dropped, Sesko to start vs Burnley

Andre Onana Under-fire Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is expected to make multiple changes to his starting lineup for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Burnley at Old Trafford. The Red Devils suffered an embarrassing EFL Cup second-round exit on Wednesday, losing on penalties to fourth-tier side Grimsby Town, with Amorim making eight changes to the team that began the 1-1 draw at Fulham in the Premier League last weekend. Andre Onana was recalled between the sticks, but the mistake-prone goalkeeper did not cover himself in glory against Grimsby and Amorim may decide to recall Altay Bayindir - who has also endured a shake start to the new season - or Tom Heaton. Harry Maguire scored a late equaliser to force the midweek tie to penalties, but he could be replaced in...

28Aug

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Bundesliga updates Nigeria

Lennart Karl Vincent Kompany impressed by Lennart Karl’s first Bayern Munich start In Vincent Kompany’s inaugural season as the manager at Bayern Munich, the first two rounds of the DFB-Pokal could not have gone smoother. Bayern coasted to a pair of 4-0 wins and all was well in the world. The last two games have induced a new level of stress for Bayern fans. In last year’s third round, Bayern was eliminated in a 1-0 defeat at the hands of rival Bayer Leverkusen after Manuel Neuer was marched off the pitch after his first career red card. In this year’s first round, Bayern blew a 2-0 lead against third division side, SV Wehen Wiesbaden, before a stoppage time goal from Harry Kane pushed the Bavarians through to the second round. One of the quieter storylines on the evenin...

Real Madrid line up offer for Konate’s defensive partner

28Aug

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Real Madrid line up offer for Konate’s defensive partner

Ibrahima Konate Liverpool are facing a contract crisis over Ibrahima Konate.The Reds signed him from RB Leipzig for around £35m back in 2021. It took the Frenchman quite a while to establish himself - but last season he formed part of an excellent partnership with Virgil van Dijk. That was the foundation for Liverpool’s 2024/25 Premier League title win - with Konate’s form meaning concerns were raised over the 26-year-old’s expiring contract. With the France international out of contract in 2026, Liverpool were put under significant pressure to get a renewal sorted. But it’s not been so easy to convince Konate to sign a renewal at Anfield. It’s been claimed that he wants around £200k to sign - but even so it’s not guaranteed he’d be tempted to extend.That’s because Real Madrid ...

Newcastle United make drastic changes to team sheet to face Leeds

28Aug

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Newcastle United make drastic changes to team sheet to face Leeds

Eddie Howe Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has both Jacob Ramsey and Malick Thiaw on standby to make their full debuts against Leeds on Saturday night. Putting aside the Alexander Isak saga, Newcastle are now in real danger of looking depleted before the first international break of the season comes around. The powderkeg encounter at Elland Road offers the next opportunity to take three points for the first time since May 11 when Chelsea were beaten 2-0 at St James' Park. Newcastle have stumbled into a winless Premier League run and have not won in four top-flight matches across the end of last season and start of the new campaign following a defeat against Liverpool on Monday night. A behind closed doors win against Carlisle back in July is all Newcastle had to shout about...

28Aug

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Andreas Christensen Milan to splash €30m on Barca defender AC Milan are reportedly prepared to spend €30m (£26m) to sign Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen. The Blaugrana are believed to be looking to sell a first-team player to help meet La Liga's Financial Fair Play rules and finalise the registrations of all of their unregistered players. Marc Casado was linked with a move away, before Barcelona boss sent a clear message to the club's hierarchy by starting him in Saturday's clash with Levante. Attacking midfielder Fermin Lopez has emerged as a contender for a potential sale, with Chelsea believed to be evaluating a move for the Spain international. However, Flick is also reluctant to lose someone of Fermin's quality, especially as he adds valuable depth to the numbe...