about 1 hour ago
Manuel Akanji Rules Out January Return to Manchester City
On loan to Inter, Akanji responded bluntly when asked about returning to City in winter: "No chance, there's no chance I'm going back." He acknowledged uncertainty about summer, noting, "It's not only up to me, but we'll also see what happens." The defender added he's "really happy here." City are struggling defensively after injuries to Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias.
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about 2 hours ago
Chelsea Push Jeremy Jacquet Talks as Rennes Seek Fee Above $75M
Jacquet tops Chelsea’s list, while Rennes seek above €64m ($75m) for the defender. That’s more than what they received for Jeremy Doku in 2023. Ben Jacobs reports that the fee is the hurdle. Chelsea’s other options: Como’s Jacobo Ramon, who arrived last summer but has a Real Madrid buyback, or Bournemouth’s Marco Senesi, who’ll be a free agent this summer.
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about 2 hours ago
Arsenal Face Inter Milan with Riccardo Calafiori and Jurrien Timber Sidelined
Arsenal will be without defenders Calafiori and Timber for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Inter at the San Siro. Calafiori picked up a muscle injury before the Brighton clash, while Timber suffered a groin injury against Liverpool and missed three matches. Bukayo Saka is expected to start after being rested on Saturday. Mikel Arteta's squad is otherwise fully fit.
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about 21 hours ago
Declan Rice and William Saliba Attend NBA London Game at O2 Arena
Arsenal stars Rice and Saliba attended the NBA London game at O2 Arena, watching the Orlando Magic face the Memphis Grizzlies. The duo was photographed on the red carpet before the game. Rice wore a blue Marty Supreme hoodie while Saliba sported a gray vest and cargo pants. The Arsenal teammates enjoyed a night off together courtside in London.
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about 22 hours ago
Ola Aina Channels Eddie Guerrero to Mock Mikel Arteta's Penalty Claim
Nottingham Forest defender Aina responded to Arteta's penalty claims with an Instagram post comparing himself to WWE's Eddie Guerrero. Arteta complained after Saturday's 0-0 draw: "That is a clear penalty in the box that's not been given." Aina posted a split image of his controversial handball and Guerrero with the caption: "I lie, I cheat, I steal."
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about 24 hours ago
Oleksandr Zinchenko Agrees Loan Move From Arsenal to Ajax Until June
Ajax verbally agreed to sign Arsenal defender Zinchenko on a loan deal until June, Fabrizio Romano reported. Zinchenko will fly to Amsterdam in the next 24 hours for medical tests. Ajax will cover his salary, with the deal in place as reported by Telegraaf. Zinchenko was on loan at Nottingham this season, where he was struggling to get playing time.
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1 day ago
Mikel Arteta Confirms Bukayo Saka Benched Due to Niggle Ahead of Nottingham Forest Clash
Arsenal winger Saka missed the start of Saturday's 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest due to a "niggle," manager Mikel Arteta confirmed. He came on in the 57th minute and forced goalkeeper Matz Sels to save a header. Arteta explained: "Bukayo had a lot of minutes and a niggle before the game, so we need to manage our players."
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1 day ago
Marc Guehi Arrives in Manchester to Complete Transfer to Manchester City
Crystal Palace's Guehi arrived at Manchester Airport to finalize his move to Manchester City under Pep Guardiola. Sky Sports captured images of Guehi's arrival, marking another significant departure from Palace. The transfer dealt a major blow to manager Oliver Glasner after Guehi's impressive service with the club. The move has turned out to be the final straw for Glasner.
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1 day ago
Paul Scholes Sarcastically Responds to Lisandro Martinez's "Come to My House" Comment
Scholes responded to Martinez's criticism with a sarcastic Instagram post after Martinez proved Scholes wrong in Saturday's 2-0 derby win. He shared a Sky Sports' graphic of Martinez's "come to my house" quote, adding: "Someone's had a good game, was really happy for you... Tea, no sugar pls." Scholes had predicted Haaland would overpower the Argentine defender beforehand.
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1 day ago
Chelsea Agree Personal Terms with Jeremy Jacquet in $71m Center-Back Push
The Blues secured personal terms with Rennes center-back Jeremy Jacquet, their top defensive target. The contract is ready, and talks are ongoing with Rennes for a club-record sale fee of around $71m (€65m). Chelsea's current bid is lower, but Jacquet is keen on the move. Chelsea officials already traveled to France to further negotiate and complete the signing.
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1 day ago
Virgil van Dijk Slams Liverpool Fans for Booing After Disappointing Draw
Liverpool captain Van Dijk criticized fans booing after Saturday's home draw against Burnley, "Don't like boos from my own fans." When told it's Liverpool's first time since 1980 failing to beat promoted teams at home, he responded: "1980? Wow. That's the reality, and we need support; that's the only thing." Manager Arne Slot now faces mounting pressure amid the slump.
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1 day ago
Lisandro Martinez Fires Back at Paul Scholes After Shutting Down Erling Haaland
Martinez starred in Manchester United's derby win over City on Saturday, nullifying Haaland after pundits predicted he'd be overpowered. The defender confronted Scholes' pre-match criticism, saying critics "talk on television" but "no one says anything in your face." Martinez added Scholes could visit "my house, wherever" to speak directly. The win marked Michael Carrick's dream start as interim boss.
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1 day ago
Tottenham Consider Manager Change After 2-1 West Ham Loss
Craig Hope reported Tottenham are actively considering a manager change after Sunday’s 2-1 loss to West Ham, but no announcement is imminent. The current plan keeps Thomas Frank in charge for Tuesday’s Champions League visit from Borussia Dortmund. Beyond that, Hope wrote, there’s uncertainty over how long he’ll be given to turn results around as pressure mounts on the staff.
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1 day ago
Mikel Arteta Insists ‘Clear Penalty’ Was Missed After Arsenal Drop Points
Arteta said Arsenal should have had a spot-kick, claiming Ola Aina brought “the ball in with the hand so it’s a clear penalty.” Arteta refused to dwell on the title-gap talk, saying the league is “so tough” and Arsenal must “learn and improve,” while giving “credit to the opponent.” He added that the focus now shifts toward Tuesday's Inter fixture.
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2 days ago
Palace Boss Oliver Glasner Blasts Board After Marc Guehi Transfer Ahead of Match
Glasner said Crystal Palace felt “abandoned” after the club sold key players a day before a match, as reports confirm Marc Guehi’s City transfer. “That makes me really upset,” Glasner added, saying the timing tore at supporters’ hearts. The manager warned the moves damage squad stability and morale as Palace prepare for their next fixture amidst the winter transfer window.
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2 days ago
Steven Gerrard Says Mikel Arteta Is ‘Right on the Cusp’ of Big Trophies
Gerrard praised Arteta’s growth as Arsenal boss, calling his interview “real” and “honest” about early mistakes and quick adaptation. He credited the club’s backing, saying Arteta needed “time and windows” to build a winner. “He’s a top, top coach... He seems like he's got a real good tight connection with his players, which is the key," said Gerrard.
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2 days ago
Michael Carrick Reveals ‘Calculated Gamble’ to Rush Harry Maguire Back
Carrick confirmed Maguire was fast-tracked to start, calling it “a big ask” after only “two or three days” of training. He said the decision was “a bit of a calculated gamble,” but praised the defender for coming through it. “He was fantastic,” Carrick added, saying Maguire and Lisandro Martínez were “so solid at the back” in the derby win.
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2 days ago
Pep Guardiola Concedes United Deserved Derby Victory
Pep said "the better team won" after City's 2-0 loss to United. "When a team is better you have to accept it. They had the energy we didn't have, so congratulations." He acknowledged United "had the chances at the end" while City didn't control the game. "We have the duty to analyze the game and they were better."
By Adit Pujari
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2 days ago
‘Do Not Rule Out Him Leaving This Week’: Shock Claim Around Pep Guardiola’s City Future
On beIN Sports, Richard Keys said Pep could exit City immediately: “Do not rule out him leaving this week.” He claimed Enzo Maresca would be in charge for next weekend’s Wolves match, with Vincent Kompany “in the frame” longer-term. Keys insisted City would “deny it,” but added it’s “on his mind." Keys believes Pep has run his course at City.
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2 days ago
Phil Jones Warns Against Derby Hype, Praises Man United’s ‘Spot On’ Tactics
Jones urged caution after United’s 2-0 derby win over Man City: “Let’s not get carried away… it’s one game.” Still, he said they “got it spot on” tactically, staying “connected” and “compacted,” with “no spaces to play through.” He praised Harry Maguire and said Kobbie Mainoo “was really, really good,” adding United “out-fought City in every single department.”
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2 days ago
Wayne Rooney Ecstatic After United's Derby Win
Rooney said he was "absolutely delighted" following United's 2-0 win over City. "The team, the spirit, the work rate, the energy, everything about that team was fantastic today," Rooney said. "The fans have been starved of that over the last few years." He praised wingers tracking back, crosses into the box, and counter-attacking: "That is United DNA."
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2 days ago
Michael Carrick Hails ‘Calculated Gamble’ on Kobbie Mainoo
Carrick praised Mainoo’s display alongside Casemiro after United’s derby over Man City, saying, “They gave us a foundation really, with Licha and Harry.” He admitted starting Mainoo was “a bit of a calculated gamble,” adding it was “a game for experience and knowing what it feels like.” Carrick said the youngster “got through it,” underlining trust in United’s emerging core.
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2 days ago
Michael Carrick Shrugs Off Roy Keane Jibe: ‘I’m Not Bothered’
Carrick brushed off Keane’s criticism after the United legend joked on The Overlap that Lisa Carrick has “a bit of a big mouth.” The jibe referenced her 2014 tweet calling Keane a “****” after he slammed Carrick’s “flat” Olympiakos interview. Now interim boss, Carrick said pundits add “totally irrelevant” pressure: “I’m not bothered… focus on how we’re gonna succeed.”
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2 days ago
Bryan Mbeumo Calls Derby Win ‘One of’ His Most Special Days at Manchester United
After scoring in Manchester United’s 2-0 derby win, Mbeumo said it was “one of” his most special days at the club: “Scoring in front of this stand is unbelievable.” He added the team “used the energy of the fans… This place was unbelievable.” Back from AFCON, he said “a lot of things changed,” but “we always stick together."
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2 days ago
Manchester United Stun City 2-0 at Old Trafford in Michael Carrick’s First Game
United delivered a controlled derby win, beating City 2-0 at Old Trafford to dent their rivals’ title push. Early intensity set the tone before ruthless finishing by Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu sealed it. City struggled to break through as United’s defense held firm. The result boosts United’s momentum and confidence, while City leave frustrated after a flat, costly afternoon.
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