🚨 Manchester United plans for January unchanged despite Ruben Amorim departure 🚨 Antoine Semenyo to play final game for #AFCB v #THFC before steps taken to seal Man City move 🚨 No guarantee Marc Guehi joins #MCFC even if pursuit intensifies @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/694...

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim as head coach. 40yo Portuguese informed of decision & goes with immediate effect after 14 months following breakdown in relations. Darren Fletcher expected to take over #MUFC on interim basis 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social

🚨 EXCL: Enzo Maresca informed Chelsea (twice late Oct & again mid-Dec after post-Everton comments) he was talking to people associated with Man City about #MCFC manager position if/when vacancy arises. #CFC contract obliged 45yo to do so 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...

🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea & Enzo Maresca part company - head coach leaves with immediate effect. Position deemed untenable. #CFC plan to name replacement from small number of candidates in next few days; Rosenior contender, Glasner not in frame 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/693...

🚨 Crystal Palace reach agreement with Tottenham Hotspur over deal to sign Brennan Johnson, subject to 24yo accepting move. Fee approaching £35m in place + clubs keen to proceed but #THFC winger still to decide; more suitors for Wales int’l 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...

🚨 BREAKING: Daniel Levy awarded CBE in New Year Honours list. Ex #THFC chair recognised for services to charity & community in Tottenham by receiving most prestigious civilian accolade after knight/damehood 🚨 W/ @jackpittbrooke.bsky.social @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/692...

🚨 Chelsea make initial enquiry to Antoine Semenyo camp over conditions of January switch. #CFC already intended to sign 1 attacker next summer so move for Bournemouth & Ghana forward would be accelerating plans; among multiple contenders 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...

🚨 Alexander Isak set for spell on sidelines with suspected leg break from challenge in Liverpool win at Spurs. #LFC yet to comment on severity but scans poised to confirm fears of fracture to left side; recovery time typically a few months 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/690...

🚨 Liverpool fear Alexander Isak suffered significant injury in challenge while scoring in Saturday’s victory at Tottenham Hotspur. #LFC concern relates to 26yo Sweden striker’s lower left leg & intend to confirm once MRI scan results arrive @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/690...

🚨 West Ham express interest about signing Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in January. #WHUFC looking at permanent move for 25yo amid talks for Niclas Fullkrug loan to AC Milan; but early stages + other clubs also considering #WWFC striker 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/690...

🚨 EXCL: Enzo Maresca high among candidates Manchester City considering in case Pep Guardiola exits next summer. #MCFC advancing contingency work for possibility of manager change; 45yo #CFC coach prominent alongside other potential options 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...

🚨 EXCL: Tottenham Hotspur in advanced talks to name Manchester City executive Rafi Moersen as head of football operations. Deal set to be done for highly-rated CFG director of football transactions to join #THFC from #MCFC in prominent role @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...

🚨 Al Qadsiah close to agreement with Brendan Rogers to become new head coach. 52yo available after Celtic exit + travelling over as work continues to finalise deal. Ambitious Aramco-owned #AlQadsiah 5th in #SPL & move to new stadium in 2026 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/689...

🚨 Max Dowman expected to be out for approximately 2 months after suffering ankle ligament damage. 15yo England youth int’l attacker injured in challenge by opponent in #AFC friendly v Manchester United but anticipated surgery not required 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/687...

🚨 Mohamed Salah expected to be left out of Liverpool squad for Inter match. No final decision yet + 33yo training. Would underline Arne Slot support but not viewed as punishment; more common sense after comments & #LFC want forward to stay 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/687...

🚨 David Beckham becomes 1st person to win MLS as player & owner after Inter Miami beat Vancouver Whitecaps in #MLSCupFinal. “One of greatest moments in my career” 50yo tells @theathleticfc.bsky.social. Messi-inspired #InterMiamiCF champions only 6 seasons post-launch www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...

🚨 Antoine Semenyo ready for winter or summer transfer from Bournemouth, says Ghana boss Otto Addo. Speaking after #WorldCup2026 draw, head coach told @TheAthleticFC: “With all respect for #AFCB surely it’s natural for him to take next step” @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/686...

🚨 Real Madrid considered Ibrahima Konate but inform Liverpool they have no interest in signing 26yo France int’l. Unresolved #LFC contract situation could still go either way. That + loads more on Jan/summer markets in Transfer Radar 2026 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...

🚨 EXCL: Man Utd strengthen recruitment operation by appointing Kyle Macaulay as head of senior scouting. 39yo joins #MUFC after spells at West Ham, Chelsea & Brighton. Scot will report to Christopher Vivell 🚨 W/ @lauriewhitwell.bsky.social @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...

🚨 Arsenal continuing to assess Gabriel amid concerns 27yo could miss 1-2 months through injury sustained on international duty. Initial indications suggest #AFC centre-back set for spell out but tests ongoing 🚨 W/ @gunnerblog.bsky.social for @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...

🚨 Bournemouth may be powerless to prevent Antoine Semenyo sale in January. Contract includes £65m release clause; available to all clubs but must be activated by set date so #AFCB get time to replace. Applies again in summer at lower price 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...

🚨 England head coach Thomas Tuchel set to name strong starting line-up for tonight’s penultimate #FIFAWorldCup2026 qualifier v Serbia. Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers expected to retain coveted No10 position for 4th straight #ENG game 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...

🚨 Wolves set to confirm appointment of Rob Edwards early next week. Expected to sign 3.5yr contract + arrive at club on Monday; talks over coaching staff continue. Compensation agreed with #Boro ~£2m & #WWFC plan to back 42yo in Jan window 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...

🚨 EXCL: Aston Villa reach agreement with Morgan Rogers on new contract. Previous deal 2030; fresh terms 2031 + significantly improved salary. Despite strong interest from PL & foreign suitors, 23yo #AVFC midfielder to sign in coming days 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...

🚨 EXCL: Gary O’Neil withdraws himself from process to become new Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach after initial talks. Understood 42yo felt opportunity to make shock return to Molineux not right for him at this time. #WWFC search ongoing 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...

🚨 Wolves advancing in talks with Gary O’Neil + exploring other options in parallel; including Erik ten Hag. 55yo discussed internally & #WWFC expressed interest in speaking to ex #MUFC boss as part of process. No imminent decision expected 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...

🚨 BREAKING: Southampton sack manager Will Still. 33yo appointed in May on 3yr contract but goes after 4 wins in 16 games. U21s head coach Tonda Eckert takes over as interim + contender in #SaintsFC search for permanent replacement 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...

🚨 Gary O’Neil under consideration for shock return to Wolves after Vitor Pereira exit. #Boro boss Rob Edwards another prominent candidate; would need compensation but strong connection with #WWFC. Carrick & others also discussed internally 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...

🚨 Fulham owners have told Marco Silva of desire to extend contract, which currently includes ~£15m release clause. Goodwill all round but no detailed talks yet as focus is on #FFC season + 48yo tends to keep options open until decision time @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...

🚨 Alisson likely to return for Liverpool after November international break following hamstring injury. 33yo had scan today & set to spend ~6wks out - could see Brazil goalkeeper miss #CFC #MUFC #RMFC #MCFC. #LFC yet to confirm 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/668...

🚨 Aston Villa reach agreement to appoint Roberto Olabe as new president of football operations. 57yo Spaniard available after Real Sociedad exit - regarded among best sporting directors + will be viewed by many as significant coup for #AVFC 🚨@theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/665...

🚨 Noni Madueke expected to be sidelined for around 2 months with knee injury. 23yo England international winger sustained problem in 1st half of #AFC vs #MCFC on Sunday but understood to have avoided anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) damage 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/665...

🚨 EXCL: Tim Lewis leaves Arsenal in shock boardroom revamp. 62yo integral to #AFC rise but new-look hierarchy sees Richard Garlick become CEO, Josh Kroenke increasingly prominent, Ben Winston join & 3 more appointments including 2 from KSE 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/661...

🚨 Liam Delap expected to start training again in Nov + return to play soon after, ahead of festive schedule. No surgery for 22yo #CFC striker’s hamstring issue - recovery time approximately 10wks from when injury occurred 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 Ange Postecoglou to be confirmed as Nottingham Forest head coach imminently after Nuno Espirito Santo departure. 60yo Australian will lead #NFFC for Saturday’s trip to Arsenal - joined by a number of staff worked with at Tottenham Hotspur @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...

🚨 Nuno Espirito Santo departs position as Nottingham Forest head coach. #NFFC set to confirm 51yo Portuguese relieved of duties (not his decision) after almost 2yrs in charge + guiding club to Europe 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/637...

🚨 EXCL: Ruben Loftus-Cheek called into England squad for upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers. AC Milan midfielder last appeared for national team in 2018 but Thomas Tuchel knows 29yo from Chelsea & now included for Andorra + Serbia fixtures 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 Marc Guehi set to stay at Crystal Palace despite deal sheet submitted for transfer to Liverpool. 25yo did #LFC medical + agreement reached between clubs at £35m & with centre-back on 5yr contract. But #CPFC replacement issues stopped move @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 BREAKING: Marc Guehi to undergo medical in London before proposed permanent switch from Crystal Palace to Liverpool. Deal for 25yo #CPFC centre-back agreed at £35m + 5yr #LFC contract in place as all parties work to seal #DeadlineDay move @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Tottenham Hotspur reach agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Randal Kolo Muani. Deal for 26yo #PSG striker straight season-long loan, no option/obligation, personals done. France int’l en route to London for #THFC medical @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/652...

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United reach total agreement with Royal Antwerp to sign Senne Lammens. Deal for 23yo #RoyalAntwerp goalkeeper worth €21m + add-ons. No sell-on. 5yr terms. Belgium int’l flying in to complete #MUFC #DeadlineDay move 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

🚨 Newcastle United reach verbal agreement with Brentford to sign Yoane Wissa. #BrentfordFC view deal as £55m fixed, #NUFC suggest £50m rising to £55m. Expected to be paid half now, half 2026, 25% sell-on. Permission granted to take medical 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 Aston Villa on verge of agreement to sign Jadon Sancho from Man Utd. Deal for 25yo to join #AVFC on season-long loan almost done between clubs & with winger. #MUFC retain option to extend contract (June 2026) W/ @jacobtanswell.bsky.social @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 EXCL: Real Betis reach agreement with Man Utd to sign Antony on permanent. #RealBetis initially wanted straight loan but #DeadlineDay deal for 25yo winger €25m package + 50% sell-on clause. No termination payment to Brazil int’l by #MUFC 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 Talks ramping up tonight over deal for Alexander Isak to join Liverpool from Newcastle United on #DeadlineDay. #LFC saw £110m bid rejected earlier this summer having previously indicated willingness to pay #NUFC £120m. Now at crunch point @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/653...

🚨 Kevin not playing today for Shakhtar Donetsk - arrives in London imminently before proposed move to Fulham. Agreement for #Shakhtar winger between clubs: €40m + bonuses & 25% sell-on. But #FFC still need to finalise deal with 22yo’s camp @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/655...

🚨 EXCL: Chelsea considering signing striker before deadline. #CFC not allowing Nicolas Jackson loan but permanent possible. Lack of loan replacements means permanents being explored; enquiries made for Conrad Harder of #SportingCP & others 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 EXCL: Liverpool submit official bid to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. Proposal worth £35m flat, no add-ons. #CPFC yet to respond as work continues on reinforcements. 25yo England centre-back open to #LFC move if clubs find agreement @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/654...

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Chelsea inform Bayern Munich they will not be proceeding with proposed loan of Nicolas Jackson after injury to Liam Delap. 24yo striker travelled to Germany for #FCBayern move but #CFC requested Senegal int’l returns to London 🚨 @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal reach agreement with Bayer Leverkusen to sign Piero Hincapie. Season-long loan from #Bayer04 + buy option. Package worth €52m & 10% sell-on. 5yr deal upon permanent transfer. Set to travel this weekend for #AFC medical @theathleticfc.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/656...