Liam Rosenior has revealed he wouldn’t change a fully fit Cole Palmer for any player in the world in his position. Palmer has made a huge impact at Stamford Bridge since arriving from Manchester City in a deal worth around £40m in the summer of 2023.
Paul Merson has advised Arne Slot to start Mo Salah against Bournemouth on Saturday evening. The Merseysiders are set to take on the Cherries at the Vitality Stadium after a confidence-restoring 3-0 win over Marseille.
Bayern Munich vs Union Saint-Gilloise saw the German giants take a 2-0 win as they secured their place in the top eight in the UEFA Champions League league phase ranking.
Borussia Dortmund’s rising midfield talent Felix Nmecha has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs during this January’s transfer window. Sources
Cole Palmer is part of a new generation of “untouchables” who Chelsea have no interest in selling according to journalist Matt Law. The England international joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023 from Manchester City in a deal worth around £40m, and has made a huge impact at Stamford Bridge.
Over the course of this season, the Premier League title race has predominantly been in Arsenal’s favour, with the Gunners sitting top of the table for the majority of the campaign.
Manchester City are in the midst of an injury crisis. There is no other way to put it. There were eleven players unavailable for Manchester City’s most recent match against Bodø/Glimt.
Saturday’s reports claim that Gennaro Gattuso and Gianluigi Buffon have met with former PSG midfielder Marco Verratti to discuss a potential return to the Italy national team for the World Cup play-off campaign in March. Verratti, 33, is currently in Qatar with Al-Duhail, whom he joined from AL-Arabi over the summer.
Liam Rosenior has praised the form of Robert Sanchez and believes the Chelsea goalkeeper has another level he can get to. Chelsea opted against signing a new goalkeeper in the summer, despite heavy links with AC Milan’s Mike Maignan.
Arsenal will host Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium this weekend in what is expected to be one of the defining fixtures of the second half of the season.
Chelsea are interested in signing Bayern Munich centre back Kim Min-jae and have him on their shortlist according to reports. The Blues are looking to bring another centre back in this month, and are believed to have a three man shortlist which includes Jeremy Jacquet, Jacobo Ramon and Marcos Senesi.
Manchester United have been urged to pursue a deal for Aston Villa’s Youri Tielemans this summer. Daily Mail journalist Nathan Salt said of the Villa star
Liam Rosenior has revealed he’s not spoken to Mykhailo Mudryk yet, but it’s something he “definitely” wants to do. Mudryk hasn’t played for Chelsea since November 2024 when he scored against German side Heidenheim in the Conference League.
Tyrell Malacia could still leave Manchester United before the February 2 deadline, according to Manchester Evening News. Since returning from his 18-month injury layoff last season, the full-back has never been able to reclaim a prominent role in the United setup.
Tottenham defender Ben Davies is currently sidelined with an injury, and he is now set to undergo surgery. According to Tottenham Insider Paul O Keefe, the defender’s career at the North London club might be over.
Manchester United are contemplating new contracts for both Kobbie Mainoo and Tom Heaton this year. Despite not featuring for the club since February 2023, the latter is now, according to The Telegraph, ‘in the frame for an extension’.
Liverpool may have already made their first move to sign Micky van de Ven in the summer as Andy Robertson closes in on a sensational move to Tottenham.
Arsenal’s injury crisis appears to be easing at a crucial stage of the season, with the club potentially set to welcome back two important players ahead of their upcoming fixture against Manchester United.
Jorgen Strand Larsen has been linked with a move away from Wolves in recent weeks. According to Sky Sports, Leeds United, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest have made enquiries to sign the player this month.
Kalvin Phillips has been linked with a move away from Manchester City, and Wolverhampton Wanderers are interested in securing his signature. According to a report from The Daily Mail, the player is in talks to join Wolves before the January window.
Austin FC acquired winger Facundo Torres from Brazil's Palmeiras for a reported $9.5 million transfer fee on Friday. The 25-year-old Uruguay international returns to MLS and is signed through 2029-30 with an option for 2030-31.
Tottenham Hotspur bagged a much-needed victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Tuesday evening. Heading into the game, all talk was centred around Thomas Frank and his future at the club.
CF Montreal acquired defender Tomas Aviles on loan for the 2026 season from Inter Miami on Friday. The deal for the 21-year-old Argentine center-back includes a purchase option following the loan period.
Ethan Nwaneri has officially completed a loan move to Olympique Marseille for the latter part of the season, as Arsenal hopes the switch will support his ongoing development.
Arne Slot has made his position clear on who he believes is the best goalkeeper in world football, naming Alisson Becker after another decisive display in the Champions League.