Sunderland continues preparing their squad to achieve an almost unthinkable objective in their return to the Premier League, and that is to be among the best in the league, occupying positions for European competitions, and is willing to do anything for this objective.
Chelsea legend John Terry has tipped his former Chelsea team mate Cesc Fabregas to one day become the Chelsea manager. It comes after the success he is having over in Italy with Como right now, and Terry has been tracking his career off the field after having shared the pitch with him at Stamford Bridge for some time.
Sunderland obtained a more than positive triumph against Burnley by 3-0, making it clear that its ambition to move into the first positions of the Premier League is high.
Atletico Madrid had a very busy winter transfer window, but despite this, more business is needed in the summer. There will almost certainly be a new centre-back needed, while there is also scope for additions at left-back and in attack – in the case of the latter, especially so is Antoine Griezmann and/or Alexander Sorloth were to depart.
Barcelona have now made it five straight wins on the trot, following up an impressive 3-1 victory over Elche in La Liga by taking down the dangerous underdogs Albacete in the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey to show Real Madrid how its down.
As Manchester United gear up for a big battle against the Tottenham Hotspur side that defeated them in the last Europa League Final, the Red Devils enter as favorites and are basking in the glow of yet another impressive victory under new interim manager Michael Carrick.
Arsenal fans are used to the usual hogwash espoused by the resident gum flappers in footballing punditry, and at this point in the 2025/26 Premier League season, the Gunners faithful have pretty much heard it all said about their beloved club.
On Deadline Day, Atletico Madrid finalised the signings of two midfielders, with one of those being Rodrigo Mendoza. The 20-year-old joined from Elche in a deal worth €16m, and on Wednesday, he was presented to the media.
One of the most interesting debates regarding the Spanish national team at the moment involves Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia and Real Sociedad’s Alex Remiro.
Atletico Madrid were very busy during the final few days of the winter transfer window, as they brought in three signings. Ademola Lookman arrived from Atalanta, while midfielders Rodrigo Mendoza and Obed Vargas joined from Elche and Seattle Sounders respectively.
Liam Rosenior came in for a lot of criticism last night for putting Chelsea on a defensive footing against Arsenal. But there was also some backlash to the backlash.
Michael Owen now expects Arsenal to end the season as Premier League champions, with the Gunners remaining at the top of the league table. Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has assembled a squad containing some of the best players in England, and the team has been working tirelessly in pursuit of major honours.
The excitement of football gave way to deep concern at the very start of the match between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano as Jude Bellingham’s injury problems haunted him again.
Giorgi Mamardashvili’s future has become a major talking point in European football, as the young Georgian goalkeeper continues to attract attention at club and international level.
Tottenham decided to cool their interest in AS Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche in the final stages of the January transfer window. Tottenham Hotspur had a quiet end to the winter transfer window, breaking the hearts of millions of fans who expected a new arrival on deadline day.
Steve Nicol believes Viktor Gyokeres has now had enough opportunities to prove himself at Arsenal and feels the time has come for the striker to be dropped.
Under-fire Tottenham Hotspur skipper Cristian Romero found himself at the centre of controversy after transfer deadline day. Spurs fans have also vented their frustrations at the club’s ownership after what was another underwhelming transfer window, failing to back beleaguered boss Thomas Frank.
Martin Zubimendi has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, with the Spanish side reportedly keen to sign him in the summer. They competed with Arsenal for his signature, but the Gunners won the race, and he now plays for them.
Leeds United are among the clubs interested in signing Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough. They were interested in signing the player during the January window, according to Sports Boom.
Tottenham had a very underwhelming winter transfer window, despite being linked to several players. Conor Gallagher was the only marquee addition, with left-back Souza viewed as a more project-based commodity.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in signing the Middlesbrough attacker Cruz Ibeh. The 17-year-old is highly rated across England, and he is expected to develop into a top-class player.
At 7pm on February 2nd, the 2026 January transfer window officially closed, bringing an end to clubs’ transfer business, but the biggest story might not have been a signing – it was a failed medical.
The Athletic’s Deal Sheet today looks back at Chelsea’s January window. They claim that the Blues considered signing Douglas Luiz (who ended up at Aston Villa) because they knew that Dario Essugo would be out until March.
Chelsea are plotting an ambitious move to sign Endrick from Real Madrid at the end of the season. The talented young attacker is currently on loan at Lyon and has been outstanding since his move to France.
Liverpool have been named among the “losers” of the January transfer window by Opta Analyst, despite securing a major deal for the future. Opta reviewed the Premier League’s winter business and concluded that our activity did not fully address the problems that have developed this season.
Manchester United missed out on the prospect of signing Ruben Neves on a free transfer in July, as he decided to extend his stay with Al-Hilal. The Premier