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Soham Mukherjee

Soham Mukherjee

'Speculation is speculation' – Brighton chief insists Man Utd have not made contact over Carlos Baleba transfer after reports of Red Devils interest

Brighton & Hove Albion chief executive Paul Barber has denied any formal approach from Manchester United regarding midfielder Carlos Baleba, despite growing rumours linking the Cameroon international with a summer switch to Old Trafford. While the Red Devils are exploring a transfer through intermediary-level conversations, Brighton maintain that the player remains a critical part of their plans.

Yoane Wissa stuck in transfer limbo as Brentford star waits for Newcastle, Liverpool & Man Utd dominoes to fall

Brentford attacker Yoane Wissa has reportedly rejoined first-team training after clearing the air with head coach Keith Andrews, although the player continues to pursue a move away from the west London club. The 28-year-old forward was seen participating in a full training session on Wednesday morning, marking his first involvement with the senior squad since walking out of the team’s pre-season camp in Portugal on July 21.

'The match the world is waiting for' – Barcelona president Joan Laporta talks up Champions League showdown against PSG in thinly-veiled dig at rivals

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has heaped praise on Paris Saint-Germain, describing the French club as one of the most exciting and dominant forces in European football and expressed optimism about a potential matchup with the Blaugrana in the upcoming campaign. Luis Enrique’s squad clinched both the Ligue 1 title and the UEFA Champions League and the Barcelona chief was quick to highlight the style and substance of the Parisian outfit.

'Let’s see' – Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal's plans for 15-year-old Max Dowman after teenager wows fans with sparkling pre-season performances

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal’s 15-year-old wonderkid Max Dowman will be given a brief break after an electrifying run of pre-season performances, which have raised expectations of a potential first-team debut this season. The young winger has taken full advantage of the Gunners’ summer friendlies, turning heads with his composure, creativity and attacking flair well beyond his years.

Chelsea forced to call police to Cobham training ground after £30k worth of camera equipment goes missing

Chelsea have reported the mysterious disappearance of £30,000 worth of advanced camera equipment from its Cobham training complex, prompting the involvement of Surrey Police. The loss of the technology, used primarily for performance analysis and tactical preparation, has raised concerns within the club, as officials work to determine whether this is a case of theft or a simple misplacement during pre-season preparations.

Liverpool transfer target Alexander Isak excluded from Newcastle family day as Eddie Howe holds firm on training stance

Liverpool transfer target Alexander Isak has reportedly been excluded from Newcastle's family day as Eddie Howe remains firm on his training stance. According to the Daily Mail, the Swedish forward has been instructed to report to the training ground only after the players and their families have completed a planned lunch and bonding session scheduled for Wednesday. The timing is no coincidence since Howe wants to send a message that respect for the team structure must come before personal ambition.

Jack Grealish to Everton is on! Toffees open talks with Man City over 'complicated' transfer for £100m outcast

Everton have reportedly opened talks with Manchester City over a potential loan deal for Jack Grealish. The England international has seen his playing time under Pep Guardiola drastically reduced at City over the last two seasons. Grealish was handed just seven starts in the Premier League during the 2024-25 season, and Guardiola has hinted he is no longer in his plans for the future.

Paul Scholes questions whether Viktor Gyokeres is the 'clever striker' Mikel Arteta really wanted at Arsenal as doubts raised over tactical fit

Arsenal finally ended their protracted search for a new striker by landing Sweden international Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon in a £64 million deal, but Manchester United legend Paul Scholes isn't convinced that he is the right man to lead Mikel Arteta's attack. Scholes has raised doubts over how Gyokeres will fit into Arteta's system while suggesting he may not be the "clever" No.9 that the coach really wanted.