The Premier League is the top tier of professional football in England, featuring 20 clubs competing annually from August to May. Established in 1992, it is renowned for its high-quality matches, global fanbase, and competitive intensity. Each team plays 38 matches, with the champion determined by points earned. The league also determines qualification for European competitions and relegation to the EFL Championship. Known for its unpredictability and star players, it’s one of the most-watched sports leagues worldwide.
Nicolas Jackson waived part of a fee he was owed in order to facilitate his dream move to Bayern Munich on transfer deadline day.
Parma CEO Federico Cherubini revealed that they had received a higher offer for Giovanni Leoni from Newcastle United before they sold the defender to Liverpool for €35 million (£30m/$40m) in the summer transfer window. The Reds were in search of a new defender earlier in the summer and after going through multiple profiles, they zeroed in on Leoni.
Cole Palmer dropped a cryptic comment on England team-mate Kobbie Mainoo's social media post as the Chelsea star hinted that he wants the young midfielder to be 'freed' by Manchester United. Mainoo pushed for a temporary summer move away from Old Trafford after falling out of favour under Ruben Amorim, however, United did not entertain his plea as he remained at the club.
Former Liverpool and Real Madrid striker Michael Owen has taken aim at a social media post comparing him with Wayne Rooney, insisting he was a better player at the age of 17.
Manchester United full-back Patrick Dorgu admitted that he was shocked to see compatriot Rasmus Hojlund leave the club this summer. The Danish forward left for Napoli on loan on the deadline day after being deemed surplus to Ruben Amorim's needs. The loan deal also gives Napoli a chance to sign the striker permanently next summer for a fee of €44 million (£38m/$51m).
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says he was "in shock" following the news that chairman Daniel Levy was leaving the club.
Barcelona could reportedly make a move for Marc Guehi as the Spanish champions are set to rival Liverpool for the Crystal Palace captain. The Catalans, fresh off losing Inigo Martinez this summer, are now circling around Guehi with SPORT claiming that director of football, Deco, has added the 25-year-old to his January hit list.
Liverpool legend, Emile Heskey slammed Alexander Isak & Yoane Wissa's behaviour during the transfer window before hailing Marc Guehi as a "true professional". Sweden striker Isak finally sealed his move to Liverpool, ending a month-long standoff with Newcastle United. The forward had refused to join his Magpies teammates on their pre-season tour, effectively going on strike and publicly accusing the club of mistreatment.
Everton are hopeful Jordan Pickford will sign another long-term deal at the club which would see the England stopper finish his career on Merseyside.
