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Arsenal loanee Jakub Kiwior assessed by Portuguese outlet after Porto debut

Jakub Kiwior, now on loan from Arsenal, did not have to wait long for his first appearance with Porto following his move. The Polish international had a solid spell at the Emirates, especially late last season when he stepped in for the injured Gabriel Magalhaes and performed well.

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Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Burnley for September 14

Liverpool travel to Turf Moor on Sunday looking to preserve their perfect start to the Premier League season. Arne Slot has nine points from nine, but the wins have hardly been routine, both Bournemouth and Newcastle erased two-goal deficits before Liverpool found late winners.

Soccer News / HITC / September 12

Erik ten Hag’s Bayer Leverkusen successor backs player Man Utd released on a free transfer

Once deemed expendable at Manchester United, one midfielder has found a new sense of value at his current club. Following an extended period of uncertainty about his future, Christian Eriksen has signed a contract with Wolfsburg.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 11

‘Green Light Imminent’: Nottingham Forest Set for Departure of ‘Cult Favourite’

The summer transfer window closed for Premier League clubs back on September 1, but for Turkish clubs, it is still open until tomorrow, September 12. English sides may still be trying to shift deadwood, or players who need playing time, and so could turn to the Super Lig.

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Soccer News / HITC / September 11

Real Madrid believe £40m Liverpool star could soon make Santiago Bernabeu switch

Another Liverpool player could be on Real Madrid’s radar next summer, according to the latest transfer updates. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit from Merseyside hit hard, and the backlash over how both sides managed the move has not died down.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / September 10

Best and Worst Liverpool Players to Wear the Number 7 Shirt

Liverpool’s number 7 shirt has always carried expectation. It made Kevin Keegan a superstar, Kenny Dalglish a king, John Barnes untouchable, and Luis Suárez unstoppable.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / September 6

World Champion Praises Sunderland After Their Record €200 Million Spending

A promising season has arrived for Sunderland, accompanied by great signings. The most remarkable thing is that a newly promoted club to the Premier League made a very high investment to survive in the best league in the world.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / September 6

Arsenal ‘Are Not Planning’ to Lose ‘Outstanding’ Attacker Amid Exit Rumours

Arsenal have won two out of three games so far in the 2025/26 campaign. The loss to Liverpool was tough to take, with a late free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai the difference.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 5

Bayern Munich to rival Real Madrid and Barcelona for Premier League star

Real Madrid could swoop for a key Liverpool transfer target at the start of 2026 following deadline day frustration. As the Premier League market followed La Liga and other major European leagues by closing on September 1, Arne Slot landed his No.1 target as Alexander Isak arrived at Anfield.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 4

'I am where I want to be' – Celta Vigo manager reacts to Bayer Leverkusen interest

Earlier this week, Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag, and one of the candidates to replace him is Celta Vigo head coach Claudio Giraldez. The 37-year-old has had an excellent spell in charge at Balaidos since taking over from Rafa Benitez in March 2024, so it is no surprise that he is attracting attention.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 3

Real Madrid eye Liverpool target as 2026 free transfer option

Liverpool experienced elation and frustration on the final day of the summer transfer window on September 1. As the Premier League market mirrored La Liga and other major European leagues, Arne Slot finally secured his No.1 target, as Alexander Isak arrived at Anfield.

Alexander Isak News / Extratime Talk / September 3

Winners and Losers of the Alexander Isak Liverpool Transfer

Alexander Isak is finally a Liverpool player! After an excruciatingly lengthy transfer pursuit that stretched over multiple months, the 25-year-old striker has finally gotten his much-desired move to Anfield.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / September 3

Bayer Leverkusen Insiders Slam Erik ten Hag as 'Worst in 20 Years' after Shock Firing: What Really Happened

German tabloid BILD has been the loudest voice on Erik ten Hag’s crash landing at Bayer Leverkusen. Beyond reporting the dismissal itself, BILD pieces and roundups of its reporting claim that long-serving employees at the club privately debated the worst coach of the past 15 to 20 years, with Ten Hag ranking near the top as an overall package.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / September 3

La Liga manager added to Bayer Leverkusen managerial shortlist

Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag earlier this week after only three matches in charge, meaning that they are now seeking a replacement. And one of the candidates being considered is in La Liga.

Soccer News / HITC / September 3

Antony says he rejected £117,000-a-week offer from European club to join Real Betis

Manchester United had no choice but to sell Antony to Real Betis this summer with the Brazilian only wanting to join the Spanish side. Antony’s £22m move came through just before the deadline, bringing an end to his time at Old Trafford.

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Shocking Erik ten Hag firing reveals deep issues at Bayer Leverkusen

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Soccer News / Football Espana / September 2

Signing of former Real Madrid player contributed to manager being sacked after three matches

Last week, Lucas Vazquez completed a move to Bayer Leverkusen, having left Real Madrid as a free agent earlier in the summer. He was brought in by head coach Erik ten Hag, although the former Manchester United was then sacked just days later – despite having only been appointed in July.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / September 2

Alexander Isak Liverpool Transfer Breaks British Record: What It Means

Alexander Isak is finally having the last laugh. The 25-year-old Swedish striker Isak is now the most expensive player in English football history, with Liverpool completing a £125 million move for the young forward.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Knicks Player Mocks LeBron James’ Team After $565 Million News

LeBron James has officially committed to at least one more season with the Los Angeles Lakers, exercising his $52.6 million player option for the 2025–26 NBA campaign.

Erik Ten Hag News / Total Apex Sports / September 1

Erik Ten Hag Fired by Bayer Leverkusen After Disastrous Three-Game Stint

Well, that escalated quickly. Erik Ten Hag’s German adventure lasted about as long as a Netflix series nobody watches—three episodes and you’re out. The

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Roy Keane Praises Liverpool After Arsenal Win: ‘That’s What Champions Do'

Liverpool secured their third consecutive win of the season after a hard-fought battle against Arsenal with a free kick from Dominik Szoboszlai to seal the win.

Christopher Nkunku News / The Cult of Calcio / August 29

Milan Primed to Sign Nkunku, Target Dovbyk Next

In a very quick deal for their standards, Milan have come to terms with Chelsea to onboard Christopher Nkunku, who has already reached Italy for the medicals.

Dani Carvajal News / Total Apex Sports / August 27

Trent Arrives but the Captain Remains: Why Dani Carvajal Looks Set to Keep Real Madrid’s Right Back Spot

Real Madrid’s summer fireworks featured one headline-grabbing move that stunned world football. Trent Alexander-Arnold left Anfield to join the white shirt in what looked like a seismic challenge to Dani Carvajal’s long-standing hold on the right back berth.

Milan Close to Sporting CP Talent After Boniface U-Turn

Milan didn’t like what they saw in the medicals of Victor Boniface and decided to call off the signing and have been focusing their efforts on Conrad Harder since then.

Kingsley Coman News / Extratime Talk / August 16

Honouring Kingsley Coman: A Bayern Munich Legend

Kingsley Coman has made the switch from Bayern Munich to Al-Nassr. The French winger has spent 10 years at the Bavarian club, where he has become a legend, albeit perhaps an underrated one.