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Sunderland have announced that Brian Brobbey has signed a new long-term contract.
Pascal De Maesschalck has admitted he was surprised to be appointed Arsenal's academy director.
The Belgian began work at Arsenal in the summer, arriving from Strasbourg where he had been technical director since 2024.
De Maesschalck oversees the Gunners' academy programme, taking over from Per Mertesacker after he left at the end of last season having been in the role for eight years.
In an interview with Sporza, De Maesschalck revealed he viewed the interview process with Arsenal as a good opportunity in itself, before he ended up then getting the job.
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Scott Parker is set to succeed Nuno Espirito Santo as West Ham head coach.
Nuno was relieved of his duties with immediate effect on Tuesday morning following back-to-back home defeats to Southampton and West Brom.
The Irons are four points off the automatic promotion places and have won six of their opening 13 Championship games this season.
West Ham invested heavily over the summer, breaking the Championship transfer record to sign midfielder Arne Engels from Celtic for £22million, and were among the favourites for promotion back to the Premier League.
Now, though, after a mixed start to the season, they have decided to part ways with Nuno and have landed on club legend Parker to take the reins as they look to get their promotion bid back on track.
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Well, West Ham are not wasting any time in finding a replacement for Nuno Espirito Santo.
The Hammers announced this morning that they had parted company with Nuno and now the Athletic claim an agreement has been struck with former midfielder with Scott Parker.
There is hope Parker will be in appointed in time to take charge for Wednesday’s match against Cardiff.
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Chelsea and Liverpool have both made approaches to sign Brentford left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf ahead of next summer’s transfer window.
The 21-year-old Senegal international only joined the Bees towards the end of the summer window but has already attracted interest from two Premier League rivals.
According to D Sports, both clubs have contacted Diouf’s agent to register their interest. The defender is under contract until 2031.
No decision has been made over his future, but a potential departure could develop sooner than expected.
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West Ham have sacked Nuno Espirito Santo as head coach.
A statement reads: “West Ham United can confirm that men’s first-team Head Coach Nuno Espirito Santo has left his position with immediate effect.
“Following a thorough review of the start to the EFL Championship season, the Board of Directors believe that a change is necessary at this time in order to ensure that the Club’s objectives and expectations remain on track.
“Assistant Head Coach Rui Pedro Silva and Goalkeeper Coach Rui Barbosa have also departed.
“West Ham United would like to thank Nuno, Rui and Rui for their hard work and commitment during their time at the Club, and wish them all the very best for the future.
“The process of recruiting a new Head Coach is already underway.”
More to follow.
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Atletico Madrid have reportedly reached an agreement in principle on personal terms with Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez.
The 28-year-old is said to be keen on joining Diego Simeone’s side, with his current contract due to expire in 2027.
According to North Bank Insider, several meetings have taken place in Madrid and discussions between the player's representatives and Atletico are advanced.
However, the Spanish club have yet to make official contact with United. A January move or a departure next summer remain possible.
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Manchester United sent scouts to watch four Borussia Dortmund players during Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich as they assess potential transfer targets.
Serhou Guirassy, Jobe Bellingham, Felix Nmecha and Daniel Svensson are all reportedly on their radar.
According to TEAMtalk, Guirassy, Bellingham and Nmecha have been monitored throughout the season, although deals for the trio would be difficult due to their high valuations.
Svensson has also emerged as an option to strengthen United’s left-back position, but a move for the 24-year-old is considered more likely next summer than in January.
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Victor Ozhianvuna has bid an emotional farewell to Shamrock Rovers ahead of his move to Arsenal.
The highly-rated midfielder will head to north London after turning 18 in January, following a deal that was first agreed in October 2025.
Ozhianvuna is viewed as one of the brightest young talents in Irish football and has already made 37 senior appearances for reigning League of Ireland Premier Division champions Shamrock Rovers.
He also became the second-youngest player ever to feature in the UEFA Conference League last year.
His performances quickly caught the attention of Arsenal, who will add the Republic of Ireland Under-17 international to their academy ranks in the New Year.
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Arsenal have Eli Junior Kroupi and Kenan Yildiz firmly on their transfer radar ahead of the January window, new reports claim.
Bournemouth forward Kroupi was understood to have been a prominent target for the Gunners during the summer, only to suffer a foot fracture during pre-season that required surgery.
The France Under-21 international was sidelined for three months, halting his significant momentum after a fantastic debut season in English football following a move from Lorient in which he netted 13 goals in 35 appearances across all competitions.
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Tottenham Hotspur value Pedro Porro at €70million–€80m amid links with Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Sport claims that the 27-year-old right-back has expressed his desire to return to Spain but says neither club has shown firm interest.
The World Cup winner’s contract runs until June 2031 in north London.
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Teamtalk claims that Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign AS Monaco striker Folarin Balogun in January.
The 25-year-old has made just four Ligue 1 substitute appearances, with Monaco willing to let him leave.
Everton, Leeds United, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest and Juventus have also been contacted, after the Toffees saw a Deadline Day move collapse at the 11th hour for the American.
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Tottenham have joined Man City and Man United in tracking Villarreal defender Alex Freeman, Football Insider has revealed.
The 22-year-old has scored once in 14 appearances, while Pedro Porro's uncertain future could influence Tottenham's plans.
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Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea are monitoring AS Monaco forward Paris Brunner ahead of the January transfer window.
El Nacional claims that the 20-year-old German has impressed this season, attracting interest from several major European clubs.
Monaco's financial problems could force a winter sale, with the French club demanding at least €50millon.
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Manchester United view Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White as a realistic transfer target.
Ekrem Konur claims that Liverpool and Tottenham are also monitoring the 26-year-old England international's situation.
United consider Gibbs-White a more achievable signing than several other attacking midfield options.
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Arsenal are interested in signing Atletico Madrid midfielder Alex Baena, with Mikel Arteta keen on the Spaniard, El Nacional claims.
The Gunners reportedly plan to open talks soon and could offer the winger a higher salary and a prominent role. Atletico have no intention of negotiating his departure unless they receive an irrefutable offer.
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Barcelona are considering Paris Saint-Germain defender Willian Pacho as a potential January signing, El Nacional reports.
The move could depend on them selling Jules Kounde and Ronald Araujo to fund defensive reinforcements.
Pacho is under contract until 2031.
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Reports in Spain claim that Chelsea have made Barcelona’s Jules Kounde their top priority for the January transfer window.
The Blues plans to contact the defender’s representatives, with the Frenchman open to leaving Barcelona.
The La Liga outfit could consider selling him if he requests a move, but no agreement has been reached.
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Ekrem Konur claims that AC Milan are among the leading candidates to sign Real Madrid forward Endrick on loan in January.
The Brazilian's decision could depend on his playing time across Madrid's final ten matches of the year.
Jose Mourinho would reportedly allow a loan exit but believes the striker’s long-term future remains at Real.
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Football Insider claims that Tottenham are still interested in Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, but a January move is unlikely.
The Cherries have no plans to sell the 20-year-old, having demanded more than £80million for him last summer. The Frenchman scored 13 Premier League goals last season, with a potential transfer more likely at the end of the season.
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Arsenal have reportedly kept in contact with Real Madrid over a potential January move for Endrick, with the Brazilian considering his future due to limited playing time.
Mikel Arteta’s side are exploring a loan deal that could include an option to buy.
According to TEAMtalk, Real Madrid would prefer a straightforward loan, with AC Milan and Roma also interested in signing the 20-year-old.
Endrick has started just one La Liga match this season, while his representatives are assessing opportunities for him to secure more regular football. The forward previously impressed during a loan spell at Lyon.
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Unai Emery is happy at Aston Villa amid links with Manchester United.
Michael Carrick is set to remain in charge for at least another seven days, with games against Roma and Villa to come.
The likes of Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte and Julian Nagelsmann - all free agents - are also said to be of interest, but Emery is the reported ‘dream appointment’.
But journalist David Ornstein does not expect movement on that front. He told NBC Sports: “The likes of Conte, Nagelsmann, Howe, you would imagine could be appointed at pretty short notice.
“So, I don’t think you would need great negotiations in that sense.
“But with Unai Emery, who definitely has admirers at Manchester United, why wouldn’t you like him?
“He’s under contract at Aston Villa. There’s no release clause, as I understand it, and Villa have no intention of letting him go.
“They think he’s happy there and will continue.”
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Manchester United are considering a January move for Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney as they look to cover for the injured Benjamin Sesko.
The England international is reportedly open to returning to the Premier League, despite being settled in Saudi Arabia.
According to CaughtOffside, United have on from on Dominic Calvert-Lewin after learning he is close to signing a new Leeds contract.
Toney is one of several options under consideration, with the club prioritising an experienced goalscorer on a short-term deal rather than a major investment.
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Bournemouth owner Bill Foley insists the club “haven’t given up” trying to convince Chelsea target Alex Scott to sign a new contract with the Cherries, writes Dom Smith.
Bournemouth rejected a £64million bid for Scott from Chelsea in the summer and subsequent approaches from other major clubs in England but have since softened their not-for-sale stance.
But Foley and the Cherries have not lost hope that Scott might still commit his future to the south coast club.
He told TalkSport: “At this point, we're convinced we're the right place for Alex to be and to stay, and we'll keep on addressing the contract issues with Alex as we move through this year. We'd love to have Alex stay here.”
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Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City have been dealt a setback in their pursuit of Desire Doue, with Paris Saint-Germain making progress in contract negotiations with the winger.
Bayern Munich are also monitoring the 21-year-old France international, who has attracted interest from several of Europe’s leading clubs.
According to TEAMtalk, PSG are advancing in talks over a new deal for Doue as they look to secure his long-term future beyond 2029.
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Liverpool are trying to beat Chelsea to a deal for Lamine Camara.
The Senegal midfielder was poised to move to Stamford Bridge for £47.1m on transfer deadline day in the summer as Xabi Alonso looked to quickly replace Enzo Fernandez, only for Monaco to unexpectedly pull the plug at the 11th hour.
Chelsea are said to remain interested in Camara, who also has admirers at Anfield.
According to The Sun, Liverpool have now made further contact with the player’s camp and asked to be kept closely informed of any developments moving forward.
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Xabi Alonso has insisted Estevao is not available for loan in January.
The Brazilian has been peripheral at Chelsea this season, but has been handed a surprise start as the Blues host Man United this afternoon.
It has been reported that Estevao’s frustration with his situation had led club’s to enquire about potential January transfers, but speaking on Friday, Alonso ruled that out unequivocally.
“No discussions about that,” Alonso said at his pre-match press conference. “It’s no secret that all players want to be on the pitch.
“When any of them haven’t had enough minutes because of my decision, I have to take the responsibility for that. But everyone has to be ready because in any game they could be important. Este, his training and his attitude has been good.”
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Mikel Arteta believes it is only "a matter of time" until Declan Rice signs a new long-term contract at Arsenal.
The 27-year-old has entered the final two years of his current deal, which he signed when joining the club for £105million in the summer of 2023.
Talks over a new contract began earlier this year and there has always been confidence on both sides that an agreement will be reached.
It is understood that Rice is close to signing that deal, one that will earn him a significant salary increase and take him close to Bukayo Saka on £350,000-a-week as the club's best-paid player.
Official confirmation of that extension has not yet come but Arteta is in no doubt that a positive outcome will be reached.
Asked if he is expecting talks to be finalised soon, Arteta said: "Yeah.”
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Manchester United have decided not to sack Michael Carrick following their defeat by Chelsea.
The Red Devils were beaten 2-0 by the Blues on another dark day at Stamford Bridge, taking their winless run to nine matches in all competitions.
Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer got the goals as Lisandro Martinez was sent off for two bookable offences in west London as further pressure piled on the under-fire United head coach.
Now, however, it appears that he will be retained in-post for the club’s next two matches, up to the November international break.
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