Aston Villa join race to sign "strong" defender who pocketed Harry Kane

Aston Villa join race to sign "strong" defender who pocketed Harry Kane

Turning their attention towards the summer transfer window, Aston Villa have now reportedly joined the race to sign an in-demand centre-back who recently kept Harry Kane quiet in the Champions League. Aston Villa transfer news The Villans gave the rest of the Premier League a preview of what they’re capable of in the transfer market…

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Former Aston Villa defender explains why he wouldn’t sign Marcus Rashford – yet

Former Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne believes Marcus Rashford has the ability to be the best player in the Premier League – although he wants to see him prove it on a regular basis. Rashford has impressed since joining Villa on an initial loan deal from Manchester United in January, ending a long spell with…

Man Utd now identify £24m South American gem as top summer transfer target

Liverpool make first approach to sign "immense" £25m+ defender for Slot

With Trent Alexander-Arnold still on course to depart free of charge this summer, Liverpool have reportedly made contact over a potential deal to sign a new right-back worth over £25m. Liverpool transfer news Following a relatively quiet summer transfer window last year, the Reds will have no choice but to welcome key reinforcements for Arne…

Ipswich now showing interest in summer move for "excellent" £12m defender

Ipswich now showing interest in summer move for "excellent" £12m defender

Ipswich Town are now showing interest in a summer move for an “excellent” defender who is currently starring in the Championship, according to a report. Ipswich fighting to avoid the drop It was always going to be a tough task for Ipswich to avoid relegation from the Premier League, but they are refusing to go…

Liverpool approached CL side over signing defender as summer move possible

Liverpool approached CL side over signing defender as summer move possible

Liverpool may have made contact with a European club over the signing of their “monster in the making” in the January transfer window, with a summer move to Anfield still possible. Latest Liverpool news The Reds suffered a rare off day on Sunday afternoon, crashing out of the FA Cup at the fourth round stage,…

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Papers: Arsenal defender Saliba is Real Madrid's top summer target

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday’s newspapers… DAILY MAIL Real Madrid have reportedly made Arsenal defender William Saliba their top summer transfer target. The Open are reportedly set to provide exemptions for LIV Golf players in another major boost to the Saudi-backed tour. Patrick Dorgu grew up in a sports-mad house as a…

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Marcelo: Real Madrid all-time top scorer Ronaldo leads tributes to ‘incredible’ retired defender

Real Madrid record goalscorer Cristiano Ronaldo has called Marcelo “a partner for life” following the five-time Champions League winner’s retirement, joining tributes from admirers including Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo and Sergio Ramos. One of the most decorated left-backs in the history of the game, Marcelo announced the end of a playing career that included 58 Brazil…

Chelsea failed with January approach for £80m-rated Premier League defender

Chelsea failed with January approach for £80m-rated Premier League defender

Chelsea’s hunt for a centre-back during the recently closed January transfer window is reported to have included a failed approach for Nottingham Forest revelation Murillo. Murillo joined Forest from Corinthians in 2023, having made fewer than 30 senior appearances in Brazilian football, playing a key part in Forest successfully fighting relegation last season and now…

Tyrell Malacia playing football for Man United

Tyrell Malacia: ‘Emotional’ Man United defender aims to ‘enjoy football again’ in PSV loan

Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia says his aim is to “stay healthy” after making a “quick choice” to join Eredivisie leaders PSV on loan. The 25-year-old has joined the Dutch Eredivisie leaders until the end of the season, having come off at half-time in both of the Premier League games he has started this season…

The second defender Sheffield United tried to sign alongside Rob Holding

The second defender Sheffield United tried to sign alongside Rob Holding

Sheffield United were battling two other Championship clubs for the signing of a “first-class” international defender on deadline day, but ultimately missed out on him. Latest Sheffield United news Blades supporters were hoping to see some last-gasp business completed in the final hours of the winter transfer window, with one update claiming that the club…

Boehly could re-sign an "extraordinary" Disasi upgrade at Chelsea

Better move than Disasi: Spurs submit last-gasp bid for "quality" defender

It’s no secret that Tottenham Hotspur have been in the transfer market for numerous defenders in recent days as the hierarchy looks to provide Ange Postecoglou with the tools he needs to succeed. Injuries have decimated his squad, with Radu Dragusin the latest player to suffer a long-term issue, after it was confirmed that the…

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Kevin Danso: Tottenham transfer from Lens ‘a dream’… as defender targets two trophies

Kevin Danso has called the chance to win trophies “every kid’s dream” after joining Tottenham on loan from Ligue 1 side Lens for the rest of the season with an obligation for a £21 million transfer. Austria international Danso is expected to sign a five-year contract at the end of his initial spell after Spurs…

Manchester United Football Club player Patrick Dorgu

Patrick Dorgu: Man United defender ‘cannot wait’ to work with Amorim after £25m transfer

Manchester United defender Patrick Dorgu has called Ruben Amorim’s “vision” for the club “incredibly exciting” after signing from Lecce for an initial £25 million on a five-year contract. Denmark international Dorgu was at Old Trafford on Sunday to watch United host Crystal Palace hours after the 20-year-old’s arrival from the Italian side was announced, including…

Tottenham hold talks to sign "very skilful" ace with Ange set for backing

Tottenham have loan agreement to sign £38m defender for Ange after Danso

Tottenham now have a broad agreement in place to land another new face in the final hours of the January transfer window after striking an agreement to sign Kevin Danso, according to a fresh report. Tottenham announce Danso capture In a whirlwind 24 hours, Tottenham hijacked Premier League rivals Wolves’ move for RC Lens defender…

Romano: Aston Villa "insisting" on signing "exceptional" £80k-p/w defender

Romano: Aston Villa "insisting" on signing "exceptional" £80k-p/w defender

Aston Villa are now “insisting” on the signing of an “exceptional” defender, with negotiations ongoing, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Villa closing in on multiple signings Villa manager Unai Emery will probably be a little disappointed by his side’s performance in the Premier League this season, having failed to kick on since qualifying for…

Arsenal complete signing of USWNT defender Jenna Nighswonger

Arsenal complete signing of USWNT defender Jenna Nighswonger

Arsenal have signed USWNT defender Jenna Nighswonger from NWSL side NJ/NY Gotham on a permanent transfer. News broke earlier this week that the Gunners had confirmed their interest in the defender and had reached an agreement with the New York side. Nighswonger’s contract was set to expire at the end of the 2025 NWSL season,…

Slot reveals he was surprised by ‘best defender in the world’ Van Dijk and admits Liverpool captain is on ‘another level’

Slot reveals he was surprised by ‘best defender in the world’ Van Dijk and admits Liverpool captain is on ‘another level’

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has admitted he has been taken aback by Virgil van Dijk’s exceptional ability, describing the club captain as being on “another level”. Now 33, Van Dijk is in the final six months of his contract and recently made his 300th appearance for Liverpool in their 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town. Since…