Lucas Paquetá edges towards West Ham exit after £35.8m Flamengo bid | The Guardian

Brazilian club Flamengo has made a £35.8m bid for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá, with negotiations ongoing. West Ham may only sell Paquetá if he returns on loan for the rest of the season. The 28-year-old Brazilian is keen to return to Brazil and Flamengo want him in their side as soon as possible. West Ham, who are in 18th place in the Premier League, feel Paquetá should help them in their bid to stay up. However, some within West Ham think the best solution would be to grant Paquetá his wish to go home.

Carrick has nailed quick fixes at Manchester United but is he more than new Solskjær? | The Guardian

This article discusses Manchester United's dilemma in assessing caretaker manager Michael Carrick's suitability for the permanent job, considering the club's history of poor managerial decisions.

Nani: Former Portugal winger comes out of retirement to join Kazakh side FC Aktobe - BBC Sport

Former Portugal and Manchester United winger Nani has come out of retirement to sign for Kazakhstan club FC Aktobe. The 39-year-old, who had retired in December 2024, aims to contribute to the development of the club and football in Kazakhstan. FC Aktobe signed Nani for a one-season contract, recognizing him as an international reference figure capable of enhancing the club's growth and global projection.

Leicester 1-2 West Ham: Visitors claim first away win of campaign - BBC Sport

West Ham secured their first away win of the Women's Super League season with a 2-1 victory over Leicester City at King Power Stadium. Verena Hanshaw's free-kick and Shekiera Martinez's strike gave West Ham the lead, while Alisha Lehmann's debut goal offered Leicester a glimmer of hope.

Pete Wild: Fleetwood Town boss is dismissed by League Two club - BBC Sport

Fleetwood Town has dismissed head coach Pete Wild and his assistant Adam Temple after a poor run of form that left the club 11 points outside the play-off positions.

BREAKING. Liverpool have already reached out to Xabi Alonso about a potential return | Dailysports

Liverpool has initiated contact with Xabi Alonso's camp regarding a potential managerial return. According to Diario AS, Liverpool representatives inquired about Alonso's interest in returning to the club, receiving a positive response despite his current break post-Real Madrid. This move comes after Alonso declined offers from Bayern and Liverpool in 2024 to continue his development at Bayer. Liverpool views Alonso as a candidate for the near future or the 2026/27 season, considering the current manager Arne Slot's precarious position due to the team's underwhelming performance and their fourth-place standing in the Premier League.

Eberechi Eze: Arsenal £67m buy now battling to get minutes - BBC Sport

Eberechi Eze, signed by Arsenal for £67m, has struggled for game time in the Premier League, playing only 23 minutes in the past six games. Despite his standout performance with a hat-trick against Tottenham, he faces competition from Martin Odegaard and Leandro Trossard for a starting spot.

Wrexham: Why mentality matters for their latest promotion bid - BBC Sport

This BBC Sport article highlights Wrexham's remarkable comeback victory against QPR, emphasizing the team's mentality and recent success in the Championship. The article underscores the significance of Wrexham's ability to score late goals, their strong mentality, and the contributions of key players like Josh Windass and Ollie Rathbone. Manager Phil Parkinson praises the team's professionalism and togetherness, while acknowledging the importance of staying focused amidst their dramatic wins.

Cremonese forget goalkeeper behind after loss vs. Sassuolo

In an unusual post-match incident, Cremonese forgot their goalkeeper Emil Audero behind after their away game against Sassuolo. Audero was left behind when the team bus departed without him, forcing him to travel back to Cremona alone by car.

Arne Slot says Liverpool ‘ran out of energy’ in defeat at Bournemouth | The Guardian

Arne Slot acknowledged that Liverpool's energy levels waned in their defeat to Bournemouth, with Amine Adli scoring a last-minute winner. Liverpool had pulled level after going 2-0 down, but Bournemouth responded effectively, with Adli sealing the win with a long throw. Slot questioned the fixture schedule, noting Liverpool's recent away games in the Champions League and Premier League. He also expressed dissatisfaction with the allocated stoppage time, suggesting it was insufficient for the circumstances.

Brentford 0-2 Nottingham Forest: Forest boost survival hopes with win - BBC Sport

Nottingham Forest boosted their Premier League survival hopes with a hard-fought 2-0 win against Brentford at Gtech Community Stadium. Goals from Igor Jesus and Taiwo Awoniyi secured the victory, moving Forest five points clear of third-bottom West Ham.

Leicester City on brink of sacking Martí Cifuentes after poor run goes on | The Guardian

Leicester City faces a crucial boardroom meeting to decide on the future of manager Martí Cifuentes, whose position is under threat after a poor run of form has left the team in 14th place in the Championship. The team's disappointing performance, including a recent defeat to Oxford United, has led to growing discontent among fans and calls for Cifuentes' dismissal.

Nottingham Forest: Have they got value for £180m summer spend? - BBC Sport

Nottingham Forest spent £180m on summer signings but are currently 17th in the Premier League, raising questions about their value for money. Despite the high spending, only a few signings have made significant contributions, and the team is struggling near the relegation zone.

Thomas Frank calls for ‘calm heads’ as Tottenham fans renew calls for his exit | The Guardian

Thomas Frank urges for calm amid calls for his dismissal by Tottenham fans after a draw against Burnley. Despite the fans' chants for his exit, Frank emphasizes the team's efforts and the need for improvement. The match ended in a draw, leaving Tottenham in mid-table.

Portsmouth 1-1 Southampton: Ebou Adams rescues a point for home side in derby - BBC Sport

Portsmouth midfielder Ebou Adams rescues a point for his side with a close-range header as they draw with rivals Southampton in the Championship. Leo Scienza gave Saints the lead before Adams' equalizer.

Fulham make £28m bid to sign PSV striker Ricardo Pepi - BBC Sport

Fulham have made a £28m bid to sign PSV Eindhoven forward Ricardo Pepi, according to BBC Sport. The Dutch club values the 23-year-old United States international at £30m, but Fulham remain hopeful of agreeing a deal. Pepi has scored eight goals in 15 Eredivisie matches this season and three more in five Champions League appearances.

Aston Villa 1-4 Manchester United: Second-half surge sees visitors move one point behind Arsenal - BBC Sport

Manchester United comfortably defeated Aston Villa in the Women's Super League, thanks to a second-half surge that saw goals from Elisabeth Terland, Jessica Park, and Hanna Lundkvist. Julia Zigiotti Olme scored the opener for United, but Kirsty Hanson equalized for Villa shortly after. The victory marked United's first in three matches and moved them one point behind third-placed Arsenal.

London City 1-2 Man City: Khadija Shaw winner sends leaders nine points clear - BBC Sport

Khadija Shaw's late goal secured a 2-1 victory for Manchester City over London City Lionesses, extending their lead at the top of the Women's Super League to nine points.

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Virgil van Dijk wants 'very important' Andy Robertson to stay at Liverpool - BBC Sport

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk wants Andy Robertson to stay at the club as he remains a 'very important' member of the squad. Tottenham has opened talks to sign the left-back, who is out of contract in the summer. Robertson has won nine trophies during his time at Liverpool, including two Premier League titles and the Champions League.

Marti Cifuentes: Leicester City sack manager after just six months in charge - BBC Sport

Leicester City has sacked manager Marti Cifuentes after just six months in charge, with the team currently sitting in the bottom half of the Championship table.

Villarreal 0-2 Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappe double sends Real Madrid top of La Liga - BBC Sport

Real Madrid moved to the top of La Liga with a 2-0 win over Villarreal, thanks to a Kylian Mbappe double. The French forward scored a close-range strike and a Panenka penalty to secure the victory.

Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea: Estevao Willian inspires visitors to comfortable win - BBC Sport

Estevao Willian scored the opener and assisted Joao Pedro's goal as Chelsea secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Crystal Palace. Enzo Fernandez converted a penalty to seal the victory, while Adam Wharton was sent off for Palace.

Newcastle 0-2 Aston Villa: Emiliano Buendia and Ollie Watkins end St James' wait for visitors - BBC Sport

Aston Villa ended their long wait for a St James' Park victory against Newcastle United with a 2-0 win, thanks to goals from Emiliano Buendia and Ollie Watkins. The victory moves Aston Villa level on points with second-placed Manchester City while Newcastle stay in ninth place.

Denise O'Sullivan on new Liverpool challenge - BBC Sport

Denise O'Sullivan, a Republic of Ireland midfielder, joined Liverpool for a club-record fee. She aims to help Liverpool escape relegation and bring her leadership and experience to the team.

Caldentey and Mead on target as Arsenal deliver blow to Chelsea’s WSL title hopes | Women's Super League | The Guardian

Arsenal secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Chelsea in the Women's Super League, with goals from Beth Mead and Mariona Caldentey, narrowing the gap to league leaders Manchester City to just one point.

Fernandes and Bowen boost West Ham survival hopes in win over Sunderland | Premier League | The Guardian

Goals from Crysencio Summerville, Jarrod Bowen, and Mateus Fernandes helped West Ham secure a 3-1 victory over Sunderland, boosting their hopes of avoiding relegation. The win, West Ham's second consecutive in all competitions, showcased a performance full of craft, desire, and tactical intelligence, with Bowen and Summerville playing standout roles.