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Everton have been linked to a move for Conor Gallagher this summer due to Frank Lampard’s connection with the player and now a new update has emerged that could make the move impossible for the Toffees.

What’s the latest?

According to football.london, Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that Conor Gallagher will stay with Chelsea next season to fight for his place in the starting line-up.

The Chelsea boss has reportedly told the player that he won’t be a bit-part player at Stamford Bridge, and will instead be given the opportunity to prove his worth in the Premier League with the London club.

It comes as a twist after it was initially reported that Frank Lampard had made contact with the youngster regarding a move to Goodison Park.

Speaking about the situation, Chelsea journalist Bobby Vincent revealed: Understand Conor Gallagher had a meeting with Thomas Tuchel recently and the #CFC head coach assured the midfielder he wouldn’t be a bit-part player next season at Stamford Bridge…”

Bad news for Everton

There is no doubt that the Toffees boss will be frustrated and disappointed that he won’t be able to secure a deal for his former player, as Gallagher could be a great addition at Goodison Park with the former Chelsea boss more than aware of the young talent’s capabilities.

Lampard clearly has a soft spot for the Chelsea starlet as he offers similar characteristics and abilities in his game that the former Premier League midfielder excelled in, so he surely would have loved to work with him again and develop Gallagher’s talent further on Merseyside.

The 22-year-old was even likened to the Everton manager by his manager Patrick Vieira during his loan spell at Crystal Palace last season claiming:

“I would say he has maybe the quality finishing of a Frank Lampard.”

With eight goals and three assists to his name in the Premier League this term, it’s clear to see why that comparison has been made, as well as why this particular update spells bad news for Everton’s transfer business this summer.

With that being said, the powers at Goodison Park must quickly move on to identify another player that can make a huge impact in the team in the attacking third of the squad.

Richarlison has also been speaking out about a potential move away, so there is an urgency for the club to make sure they don’t get caught short with attacking threats next season.

Everton will not want to have another season in the Premier League where they are struggling to compete and remain in the top flight so finding the right players that can help the club make drastic changes to their results and position in the league is a massive priority.

AND in other news: Lampard set for 1st major Everton disaster in deal for “sloppy” £20m “Mr Conservative”

Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz is wanted by AS Roma, according to a report from the Daily Mail. 

The lowdown: Kamara in

Having secured the capture of Marseille starlet Boubacar Kamara on a free transfer earlier this week, Villa manager Steven Gerrard has wasted little time in kickstarting the summer transfer business.

The 22-year-old will arrive at Villa Park ahead of the 2022/23 campaign, and his arrival means that the midfield department is now well stocked, with John McGinn, Jacob Ramsey and Marvelous Nakamba, Morgan Sanson, Carney Chukwuemeka, Tim Iroegbunam and Luiz already in situ.

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However, at least one of those aforementioned first-team options could be heading away from the Midlands and is already attracting attention from a former Premier League manager…

The latest: Roma want Luiz

According to the Daily Mail, Serie A outfit Roma are ‘expected to step up’ their efforts to sign Luiz in the coming weeks.

It’s claimed that their manager Jose Mourinho has already ‘expressed interest’ in the five-cap Brazil international, with the Giallorossi set to step up their efforts to land the 24-yeer-old following tonight’s UEFA Europa Conference League final, in which they face Feyenoord in Tirana.

The report added that Villa owners NSWE are ‘likely to consider offers’ for the player who Ian Wright described as ‘underrated’ amidst previous transfer interest from Arsenal in 2020.

The verdict: Time could be up…

Unfortunately, it seems as though the end could be nigh for the 24-year-old’s time at Villa, having spent three years at the club after joining from Manchester City.

Luiz scored twice and provided three assists in 34 Premier League outings this season, contributing 1.7 tackles, one interception and winning 4.4 duels per game, earning a 6.89 Sofascore rating in the process.

Despite that impressive form, the Brazilian is heading towards the final year of his contract with the club, and therefore he could feasibly be sold this summer in order for Villa to avoid losing a £31.5m-rated asset for nothing in 12 months’ time.

In other news: NSWE now eyeing another defender; Villa chiefs sent to club after Gerrard approves

West Ham United could face a Manchester City side in the Premier League this afternoon without Aymeric Laporte and Fernandinho with both players nursing injuries.

What’s the latest?

As quoted by City Xtra, City boss Pep Guardiola stated: “They are in treatment, two days. We will see tomorrow, which players can play on Sunday. Until the day of the game, we will not be able to decide.

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“I said many times we have to handle these absences. If it was many months a big problem but one or two games. We saw against Wolves, we get through.”

Laporte had to be withdrawn after colliding with Wolves striker Raul Jimenez as Guardiola’s men won 5-1 at Molineux on Wednesday evening whilst it appeared as though Fernandinho sustained a hamstring injury.

Hammers will be buzzing

Getting a result against Manchester City with the Premier League title on the line will be a very tall task for West Ham. However, their chances will certainly be improved slightly if Laporte and Fernandinho do not make the game.

Without Laporte, Nathan Ake will be the Citizens’ only fit centre-back which could cause Guardiola a major issue as his side look to all but secure their fourth Premier League title under the Spaniard.

With a victory in east London, City will go six points clear of Liverpool with one game to go with the Reds’ penultimate game of the league season coming on Tuesday night with a trip to Southampton.

However, the absences of Laporte and Fernandinho, who have made a combined 73 appearances this term will be a major boost for West Ham who still have targets of their own.

A win today would see David Moyes’ side leapfrog Manchester United into sixth place going into the final day, with a second consecutive top six finish still very possible.

Although unlikely, the Hammers could still finish outside of the European places with two defeats in their final games of the season if Wolves were to beat both Norwich City and Liverpool.

Moyes’ men were victorious against City when the North-West outfit made the trip to the London Stadium in October for the EFL Cup fourth round, losing on penalties following a 0-0 draw.

Therefore, the Irons can take confidence from their previous meeting at the London Stadium as well as potential injury woes in the defensive department for Manchester City.

AND in other news: Forget Lanzini: Moyes must now unleash “renowned” £49k-p/w West Ham hero vs MCFC…

Newcastle United are closing in on a colossal signing as they head towards the summer transfer window…

What’s the talk?

The Mirror’s James Nursey has revealed that fellow Premier League side West Ham believe that he will be signing for the Magpies at the end of the season.

He is out of contract this year and it remains to be seen whether or not Burnley will be able to convince him to put pen to paper on fresh terms, which would force PIF to shell out a transfer fee for him.

Nursey Tweeted: “WHUFC end interest in free agent James Tarkowski as they expect him to go to Newcastle.”

Supporters will be elated

The Toon supporters will surely be elated by this news as Tarkowski would be a colossal signing for Eddie Howe’s team.

He is a proven Premier League performer who has been consistently brilliant at the back for a number of years at Turf Moor. Tarkowski has racked up 192 top-flight appearances for Burnley since their promotion in 2014 and has been a considerable part of their success in staying in the division for the past eight years.

His side are currently 17th and battling against the drop but have a better defensive record than nine other teams in the league. The centre-back has been key to this as he has averaged a superb SofaScore rating of 7.17 across 33 outings this term.

Tarkowski has won a whopping 68% of his individual duels and won 4.4 aerial battles per game. He has been a dominant force in defence and his form over the years proves that it has not been a fluke this year and that he is comfortable at this level.

The English defender has averaged a rating of 7.04 or higher in each of the last five Premier League seasons respectively. This shows that he has consistently delivered high-quality performances for Burnley and that is why he would be a colossus for Newcastle at the back as he knows how to perform in the English top flight and would be able to slot straight into the team.

Therefore, supporters will be elated by the prospect of Tarkowski lining up week-in-week-out for the Magpies next season. He can be a colossus at the heart of the back four and improve Howe’s defence, as no Toon centre-back has averaged a higher rating than 6.98 this season.

AND in other news, Howe now plotting £17m move for “terrific” machine, he’d be a “big influence” at NUFC…

Newcastle United felt the full force of Manchester City’s wrath as the champions-elect ran out 5-0 winners in the Premier League on Sunday.

The Magpies have now lost their last two games – against Liverpool and City – by an aggregate score of 6-0, which is better than some teams have managed against those sides this season.

Eddie Howe’s men were second-best all over the park as Raheem Sterling (2), Aymeric Laporte, Rodri and Phil Foden got on the scoresheet.

The most preventable of the strikes came via a direct error from Martin Dubravka as the shot-stopper spilled Ilkay Gundogan’s effort and allowed Ruben Dias and Laporte to find the back of the net between them.

Whilst the Slovakian hardly covered himself in glory between the sticks, one player who let Howe down badly was central midfielder Sean Longstaff.

The £23k-per-week lightweight was handed an opportunity to come in and show that he deserves to be a regular starter. It was a chance to prove that he can compete at this level and follow Newcastle on the ride as they potentially aim to climb further up the Premier League table.

Instead, he struggled badly and looked out of his depth in the middle of the park. The mitigation is that Manchester City were outstanding and ran the show but Longstaff did not do anywhere near enough to cause them any issues or problems to deal with.

On the ball, he offered very little. Via SofaScore, he did not create any chances or complete any dribbles, whilst also being unsuccessful with three of his five long pass attempts. He did complete 18 of his 22 attempted passes in total but failed to accomplish much of note with them.

Out of possession, he was a passenger. As per SofaScore, he lost 75% (3/4) of his individual duels and did not make a single clearance, interception or block. He did make one tackle but was also dribbled past once, which means he had a 50% tackle success rate.

These statistics show that he made the game too easy for City’s midfielders as he did not get close enough to them throughout the match. Whereas, Bruno Guimaraes won six of his 11 duels and made a whopping five tackles, two interceptions and one block.

The Brazilian, at the very least, caused Pep Guardiola’s team some problems and attempted to disrupt the play. Longstaff, therefore, let Howe down as he failed to follow suit and was a lightweight throughout the 90 minutes for the Magpies.

AND in other news, Imagine him & Bruno: Howe must land NUFC swoop for £17.1m gem who “radiates calmness”…

When Leeds United brought 19-year-old Illan Meslier to the club on a season-long loan deal back in the summer of 2019, it is unlikely that any of the Elland Road faithful would have predicted that the French U21 international would be the Whites’ first-choice goalkeeper by the end of the 2019/20 Championship campaign.

However, after Kiko Casilla received an eight-match ban after being found guilty of racially abusing Charlton Athletic loanee Jonathan Leko in March of 2020, Marcelo Bielsa was forced to deploy the youngster between the sticks over what was a crucial run of fixtures in Leeds’ push to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League.

And, after keeping five clean sheets and conceding just five goals over the eight games in which Casilla was unavailable – form that led to Victor Orta paying FC Lorient £5m in order to make the shot-stopper’s loan deal a permanent move – the now-22-year-old has been a near ever-present fixture in the Leeds’ starting XI ever since.

Rather remarkably, despite his tender age, the £43.5m-rated goalkeeper excelled over his 35 Premier League appearances in his debut top-flight campaign, keeping an astonishing 11 clean sheets and making an average of 4.0 saves per game – the joint fifth-most and the second-most in the league respectively that season.

These returns saw the French starlet – who Fabrizio Romano claimed is “untouchable” at Leeds – average a simply sensational SofaScore match rating of 7.13, not only ranking him as the Whites’ third-best performer in the league but also as the joint 33rd-best player in the division as a whole in 2021/22.

It was a similar story for the £22k-per-week shot-stopper over his 38 league fixtures last time out, as, despite Leeds shipping a total of 79 goals in their disappointing 2022/23 Premier League campaign, Meslier still managed to keep five clean sheets and make an average of 3.8 saves per game – the most of any goalkeeper in the division last term.

These metrics not only saw the 22-year-old average an impressive SofaScore match rating of 6.87 – ranking him as Jesse Marsch’s sixth-best performer in the league – but also saw the Frenchman attract the interest of Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City last summer – although, with Phil Hay claiming it would take an offer of £50m+ in order to purchase the shot-stopper, no official offers appeared to be submitted to the Whites.

However, considering the quite evident upward trajectory Meslier is on, it would not be surprising if, following another solid season in the Premier League, Victor Orta does start fielding offers of around the £50m mark – a 900% increase on the fee the Spanish director of football paid for the youngster just two years ago – for the Frenchman next summer.

And, whether or not the club decide to cash in on the ‘keeper, one thing is clear – both Orta and Andrea Radrizzani stuck gold when bringing Meslier to Elland Road back in 2020, as the former Lorient starlet has not only made an exceptionally impressive addition to the Whites’ first-team, but he could also be the source of a substantial payday in the not too distant future.

TalkSPORTTalkSPORT’s Mark Goldbridge has lambasted Fred’s performance in Manchester United’s disappointing 1-0 defeat at home to Real Sociedad on Thursday evening.

The Lowdown: United beaten in Europe

Erik ten Hag’s side hosted the La Liga outfit in the Europa League as they got their European campaign underway for another season.

Unfortunately, it proved to be a below-par night for United at Old Trafford, with a controversial Brais Mendez penalty proving to be the difference between the two sides.

Fred started the game in a more attack-minded role, with Ten Hag allowing him more freedom, but it ultimately backfired.

The Latest: Goldbridge slam Fred’s performance

Taking to Twitter, Goldbridge slammed Fred’s display, admitting he produced a dreadful first-half performance:

“Has Fred ever had a worse 45 minutes? Just doesn’t suit that role at all.”

The Verdict: New role didn’t work

There are few doubts that deploying Fred in a No.10 role didn’t work on the night, with the Brazilian more accustomed to a more disciplined job in the team.

According to Sofascore, the 29-year-old had a 78% pass completion rate – it’s 80% in the Premier League so far this season – and lost possession a total of 15 times. He also had no shots in the game, perhaps the best summary of his lack of attacking impetus.

In some ways, it is interesting to see Ten Hag experimenting with his squad but Fred doesn’t have the technical quality to thrive as a creator for United.

Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha could leave the club as a free agent next summer, according to journalist Tom Barclay.

The Lowdown: Zaha rumours

Speculation regarding the player’s future was a hot topic once again over the summer, with Chelsea believed to be keen on the 29-year-old’s services. The Blues were thought to be weighing up a late summer swoop for the Ivorian but, as we know, Zaha remained a Palace player.

However, he is now into the final 12 months of his current contract in south London, so rumours may only gather pace regarding his future.

The Latest: Barclay’s comments

Speaking to GiveMeSport, Barclay had his say on Zaha after ‘noises’ that he has heard from Selhurst Park, believing that the forward may well ‘leave on a free next summer’ to join ‘an elite club’.

The reporter stated:

“The noises I’ve got, not to say that this is what’s going to happen, is that the most likely outcome at the moment is that he will leave on a free next summer.

“Obviously, he’d stand to make a lot of money from any move he would make with the signing-on fee and wages.

“Also, being a free transfer, he may finally get that move to an elite club, not to disparage Palace, which he’s pushed for many times over the years. That probably seems the most likely outcome at the moment.”

The Verdict: Big call to make

Zaha has been Palace’s star man for a number of years now, so potentially losing him on a free transfer is a worry for the Eagles. He has once again been the club’s best performing player so far this season (as per WhoScored), so Steve Parish and co may have a big decision to make over the coming months.

Should the player not want to sign new terms at Selhurst Park, the Eagles could well consider cashing in on the £34.2m-rated forward in the New Year.

That could be a gamble for Patrick Vieira’s squad, so Palace officials may need to weigh up the pros and cons of the possibility of selling the player midway through the current campaign to avoid losing him for nothing in less than 12 months’ time.

West Ham United manager David Moyes will have to cope without exciting defender Ben Johnson against Chelsea today after an update.

The Lowdown: Hammers end busy summer…

The Premier League side have just rounded off one of the busiest transfer windows and summer periods in their history.

Alphonse Areola, Nayef Aguerd, Flynn Downes, Gianluca Scamacca, Maxwel Cornet, Thilo Kehrer, Emerson and club record signing Lucas Paqueta all arrived at the London Stadium to gift supporters real hope for what could be a major campaign.

Moyes’ side have started to click into gear after a torrid start to the 2022/2023 season, most recently clinching a draw at home to Spurs and notching their first victory against Aston Villa before that.

The Latest: Johnson out…

Another tough test awaits West Ham this afternoon as they take on Chelsea in the 3pm kick off.

The Hammers travel to Stamford Bridge in a bid to gain momentum and kickstart their season but Moyes is set to be without full-back Johnson for the clash.

He explained (via whufc.com):

“Ben Johnson is not available. We’re still waiting to see how Gianluca is and we’re still waiting to see how Aaron Cresswell is. 

“It will be late decisions on both of them.”

The Verdict: Blow for Moyes…

Lauded as an ‘exciting’ full-back who ‘ticks every box’ by former Leeds striker Noel Whelan, the 22-year-old will certainly be a big miss with Moyes having to rely on Vladimir Coufal again.

The tenacious defender ranked in West Ham’s top five for most tackles, interceptions and clearances made per 90 over 2021/2022 (WhoScored) and it’s safe to say the east Londoners could have done with him as an option today.

Manchester City began the 2025/26 season with a point to prove after a disappointing campaign last year, where they finished 13 points behind champions Liverpool.

Pep Guardiola’s side were uncharacteristically inconsistent, struggling for rhythm and creativity.

This summer brought change. In came Rayan Cherki, Tiijani Reinders, and Rayan Aït-Nouri to refresh an aging squad, while a handful of younger talents were sent out on loan to gain experience.

City’s start to the new season has been mixed – four wins, a draw, and two losses after seven Premier League games – but one constant has been the form of Erling Haaland.

After scoring the decisive goal in the 1-0 win over Brentford on Sunday, Haaland looks back to his devastating best.

And while he dominates the present, Guardiola’s eyes are firmly on the future.

Most notably, on a 20-year-old striker currently making waves in the Championship.

Erling Haaland's stunning form in numbers

At 25 years old, Haaland remains the spearhead of Manchester City’s attack and arguably the most feared finisher in world football.

Valued at around £165m by Transfermarkt, the Norwegian forward has already scored nine goals in the Premier League this season, adding three more in the Champions League.

His sharpness in front of goal was evident again on Sunday when he scored in the ninth minute to secure three points against a stubborn Brentford side.

Haaland’s record in Manchester speaks for itself: 136 goals in 155 appearances.

His power, timing, and composure make him the ultimate reference point for Pep Guardiola’s tactical structure, even as the manager experiments with a refreshed lineup.

Beyond his finishing, Haaland’s work rate and movement continue to set the standard for the squad’s younger forwards.

Crucially, his form could be what drags the club back into the title race. For club and country, he’s netted a staggering 16 goals in his last nine matches.

Erling Haaland – 2025/26

Matches Played

7

Goals

9

Assists

1

Progressive Carries

10

Progressive Passes

6

Source: FBref

Yet behind the scenes, there is an understanding at the Etihad that Haaland won’t shoulder the burden forever.

The club’s long-term planning is already underway—and that’s where one of England’s most promising young strikers enters the conversation.

Manchester City's future Haaland

Divin Mubama may not yet be a household name among Premier League fans, but those following the Championship will know the Manchester City loanee is beginning to deliver on his potential.

The 20-year-old, who joined City from West Ham after rising through the Hammers’ academy, has impressed on loan at Stoke City – scoring twice while wearing the No.9 shirt.

Stoke currently sit fifth in the Championship, and Mubama has been pivotal to their early-season form.

Having played in all nine matches so far, he’s shown maturity beyond his years.

Analysts predicted his success before a ball was kicked, with Ben Mattinson claiming he would be “one of the best in the Championship” if given a full loan spell.

Statistically, Mubama’s profile is hugely promising. Compared to positional peers in Eurpe, he ranks in the 86th percentile for successful take-ons (1.08 per 90 minutes), showing his confidence to beat defenders; the 91st percentile for tackles (1.21 per 90), evidence of his work ethic out of possession; and the 99th percentile for interceptions (0.54 per 90), highlighting his reading of the game.

Physically strong and dominant in the air, he also ranks in the 73rd percentile for aerial duels won (3.09 per 90) and 76th for blocks (0.81 per 90).

Internationally, Mubama has been capped at every youth level for England and made his U21 debut in a 2-0 win against Kazakhstan.

At club level, his rise has been steady. He scored 16 goals in 14 games for City’s U21s and already has senior experience in Europe, having featured for West Ham in both the Europa League and the Conference League – the latter of which he helped win in 2023.

He even marked his first senior goal for City in an emphatic 8-0 FA Cup victory over Salford City, a glimpse of what might lie ahead.

Mubama’s blend of technical ability, movement, and physicality makes him the ideal apprentice to Haaland.

The two strikers, though at different stages of their careers, embody Guardiola’s long-term vision: an emphasis on power, precision, and adaptability.

With Mubama’s performances at Stoke drawing praise and Haaland rediscovering his lethal edge, Manchester City’s attacking future looks secure.

If the young Englishman continues his upward trajectory, he could well be the next great forward to define Manchester City’s modern era.

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