Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Atletico Madrid defender Marc Pubill as manager Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his backline ahead of next season. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has reported that Arsenal have identified Pubill as a cheaper option to address their defensive needs this summer. The Spanish international is currently valued at £30 million on Transfermarkt, making him a relatively attainable target for the Gunners. Pubill, 23, has impressed during his time in La Liga and would represent an exciting long-term addition to the Arsenal squad. The arrival of Cristian Romero at Atletico Madrid means the club already has significant depth…
Author: James Coswell
Manchester United legend Quinton Fortune has called on his former club to sign Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. United secured a return to the Champions League after finishing third in the Premier League last season under manager Michael Carrick, who has since been appointed on a full-time basis. The renewed optimism around Old Trafford has sparked debate over where Carrick must strengthen his squad, with the striker position emerging as a clear priority this summer. Fortune, speaking in quotes carried by The Sun, made his position clear, pointing directly to Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson as the ideal…
Sunderland are targeting Marseille winger Timothy Weah as they look to bolster their attacking options ahead of a crucial Premier League campaign. The Black Cats finished seventh last season under manager Regis Le Bris, securing a remarkable Europa League place in just their first season back in the top flight. However, the summer transfer window has been underwhelming for Sunderland, with veteran full-back Thomas Meunier the only notable arrival at the Stadium of Light so far. Retaining key players has been just as important, with the club successfully rebuffing Chelsea’s interest in captain Granit Xhaka while keeping Brian Brobbey away…
Paris Saint-Germain have won the Super Cup, but the victory has prompted debate over whether the trophy carries any real weight in the modern game. The Football Weekly podcast brought together Max Rushden, George Elek, Ali Maxwell, and Seb Hutchinson to break down the action and discuss what it means for PSG going forward. One of the central questions raised was whether PSG even need Bradley Barcola given the quality already present in their attacking ranks with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Désiré Doué. Despite losing the match 2-1, Aston Villa were praised for putting in a strong performance and showing they…
Chelsea are reportedly weighing up a summer move for Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi as manager Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his squad. The Blues are said to be in the market for a deep-lying midfielder regardless of what happens with Enzo Fernandez’s future at the club. Andrey Santos’ sale to Manchester United has left a gap in Chelsea’s midfield that Alonso is keen to address before the new season begins. Romeo Lavia remains an option in that area of the pitch, but the midfielder’s inconsistent fitness record has raised concerns about his reliability as a regular starter. Zubimendi played a…
Newcastle United kicked off the Matthias Jaissle era with a 2-1 victory over Valencia, offering a rare positive moment in an otherwise turbulent summer at St. James’ Park. The Magpies followed that result with a 3-1 defeat to a disciplined Everton side at Murrayfield, exposing significant gaps in the squad as Newcastle search for a clear identity under their new manager. Jaissle is known for high-intensity, high-octane tactics, the kind supporters of ambitious clubs like Newcastle crave, but instilling that vision across a squad in transition will take considerable time and effort. The departures of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes…
Derby County are in active talks to sign West Bromwich Albion midfielder Alex Mowatt as the club pushes to strengthen ahead of the September 1st transfer deadline. Reporter John Percy has confirmed that Derby are in discussions with West Brom over a deal for Mowatt, whom they came close to signing during the 2025 summer window. An opening offer for the 31-year-old has already been rejected, with the Baggies appearing reluctant to let go of one of their key midfield assets. Mowatt registered one goal and four assists across 39 Championship appearances last season, continuing to demonstrate his value at…
The Championship is widely regarded as one of the most unpredictable and exciting league competitions anywhere in European football this year. It remains a powerful stage for ambitious players looking to prove their worth before earning a move to the top flight of the game. Seven names in particular stand out as ones to watch closely when the new campaign gets underway across the coming weeks. Jarrod Bowen arrives at West Ham’s Championship campaign as arguably the standout individual talent in the entire division this season. Across the last three Premier League seasons, only seven players scored more goals than…
Manchester United and Chelsea are both monitoring West Ham United left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf, according to reports from TEAMtalk. The 21-year-old has attracted serious attention after impressing during his time at the London Stadium following his arrival from Slavia Praha last summer. Diouf recorded 10 goal contributions and kept eight clean sheets across 35 appearances in all competitions during the 2024/25 campaign. Despite West Ham suffering relegation from the Premier League last term, Diouf showed considerable quality with five assists and six clean sheets in 32 league appearances. His performances at club level also earned him a place in…