Author: James Brooks

Hull City have bolstered their Premier League squad by signing forward Joe Gelhardt from Leeds United and midfielder Lucas Gourna-Douath from Red Bull Salzburg for undisclosed fees. Gelhardt has put pen to paper on a four-year deal with an option for a further 12 months, while Gourna-Douath commits to the Tigers on a longer five-year contract. The two arrivals become Hull’s 10th and 11th signings since the club secured promotion back to the Premier League last season. Gelhardt, 24, is no stranger to the MKM Stadium, having enjoyed two successful loan spells spanning 18 months with the club before making…

The 2026-27 season brings an unprecedented number of new football laws, predominantly designed to tackle tempo disruption and make the game faster and more entertaining. These rules were first rolled out at the World Cup this summer, but still caused confusion during the opening round of the Carabao Cup last weekend. The changes will apply right across English football, from the EFL to Sunday’s Community Shield between Arsenal and Manchester City, and down to Sunday league level, with the exception of VAR. The core aim is to cut out the moments that cause supporters real frustration and get more football…

Celtic have officially registered their 25-man squad for the UEFA Champions League Play-Off Round clash against Austrian Bundesliga champions LASK. UEFA published the full squad list on their website following the registration deadline, with several notable inclusions and absences catching the eye of supporters. New signings Haissem Hassan and Mika Baur were both included in the squad, giving manager Martin O’Neill fresh options as he prepares for the two-legged European showdown. Alistair Johnston was a notable absentee from the registered group, with O’Neill confirming the defender would remain sidelined until at least mid-September due to injury. Colby Donovan was not…

Arsenal have been among the busiest clubs in the current transfer window, continuing their efforts to strengthen the squad ahead of the second half of the season. The Gunners are reported to have wrapped up a new signing, adding further depth to a side that has remained in contention on multiple fronts this campaign. Arsenal’s recruitment team has been working diligently behind the scenes to identify and secure targets that fit the club’s long-term vision under their current management setup. The completion of any deal represents a significant moment for the club, with supporters eager to see fresh faces come…

Chelsea have set a 17:00 BST deadline on Friday for Manchester City to submit an offer for Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, valued at £120m. The potential transfer would see Fernandez reunite with City boss Enzo Maresca, who previously managed him at Chelsea and made him club captain. Maresca appeared to downplay the chances of imminent business, saying “I don’t think we’re going to do something today” when asked at a Friday press conference. However, behind the scenes, City’s interest in Fernandez is understood to be genuine and directly linked to the future of Spanish midfielder Rodri. City are not planning…

A footballing icon who represented three of England’s most historic clubs has died, with tributes pouring in from across the sport to honour his legacy. The player won the European Cup twice during his career, a feat that places him among the most decorated footballers of his generation. Few players in English football history can claim to have represented Manchester United, Arsenal, and Aston Villa, making his career an extraordinary journey across the top flight. The European Cup remains the pinnacle of club football, and winning it twice is an achievement that only a small number of players across history…

Derek McInnes has now made the worst start of any Rangers manager after four competitive games, barring caretaker appointments, following Thursday’s European exit. Rangers were eliminated from the Europa League third qualifying round after a 1-1 draw on the night produced a 3-2 aggregate defeat to Polish side Jagiellonia Bialystok. The result drops Rangers into a Conference League play-off against Czech outfit Jablonec, a significant step down from where the club expects to be competing. Many home supporters were walking away from Ibrox long before the final whistle, despite the slim possibility of a late goal forcing extra time. McInnes…

Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa supporters after comments he made regarding a potential move to Manchester United caused considerable unrest among the fanbase. The Belgian midfielder’s remarks sparked a strong reaction from Villa fans, who were unhappy with the tone and content of what was said about his future at the club. Tielemans has been a key figure in the Aston Villa midfield since joining the club, making him a player the supporters had grown particularly fond of over his time there. The fact that his comments appeared to show an openness to joining a rival Premier League…

Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick has moved to cool speculation over a major transfer, ruling out a £100 million signing for the club. The news comes as a significant boost to United’s squad depth, with Marcus Rashford returning to training and rejoining the group ahead of upcoming fixtures. Carrick has been tasked with steadying the ship at Old Trafford during a turbulent period for one of English football’s most storied clubs. The former United midfielder stepped into the role following a managerial change and has been keen to focus attention on the players already available to him. Ruling out…

The January transfer window continues to dominate football headlines, with several of England’s biggest clubs reportedly making significant moves in the market. Arsenal are said to be exploring a surprising approach for a new addition, as the club looks to strengthen their squad options during the winter window. The Gunners have been among the more active top-flight sides this month, with manager Mikel Arteta keen to bolster his options as the second half of the season gets underway. Manchester United have confirmed an official deal, providing clarity to supporters who have been eagerly awaiting news of incoming or outgoing transfers…