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just nowBy Jack Johnson

Kevin De Bruyne and Vinicius Jr are among SIX marquee signings being plotted by the Saudi Pro League this summer, talkSPORT understands.

According to sources, the up-and-coming league are intent on making some statement signings to continue their rise in recent years.

De Bruyne is out of contract in the summer and is yet to hold talks with Manchester City over an extended stay, while Vini Jr is tied down at the Bernabeu until 2027.

The Saudi Pro League are also plotting moves for Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes and West Ham winger Mohammed Kudus.

Nunez has been linked with a move away from Anfield after a frustrating campaign in which he's scored just seven times for Arne Slot's side.

Gunners star Gabriel has two years remaining on his deal in north London, leading to admiring glances from Real Madrid and clubs in Saudi Arabia.

Meanwhile Kudus has endured a frustrating year with the Hammers, scoring three and contributing just two assists all season.

Mohamed Salah is also a target, however it's understood that he's now more likely to stay in European football with Liverpool, rather than move to Saudi.

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26 minutes agoBy Jake Lambourne

Trent Alexander-Arnold is worth at least £100million - but there will always be question marks over his future.

That's the view of Darren Bent, who has insisted that his impending summer exit to Real Madrid will be a huge blow to Liverpool.

Commenting on his expected free transfer switch to Real, Bent said on Drive: "When it comes to contracts nowadays and the lengths of contracts, the players now have got all the power, it's as simple as that.

"Because if Liverpool knew they were going to lose him, they would probably prefer to sell him, because Trent, for a right-back the way that he plays, he's [worth] £100m, easy.

"So they would have liked to have got that, but unfortunately, it hasn't worked out that way, maybe they felt they could have convinced him to stay, but it doesn't look like they've managed to do that."

He added: "He's been absolutely outstanding, absolutely fantastic for Liverpool, but there will always be question marks about his defending."

Bent continued: "But you're never going to get someone who can give you that output going forward and then defensively be top level.

"It's very rare you get someone who can produce the goods like he does, dead ball specialist, his range of passing, his crossing, everything he does with a football is wonderful.

"And then defensively be like [Paolo] Maldini, it just doesn't happen, you're going to have to suffer somewhere."

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51 minutes agoBy Jake Lambourne

Former Tottenham striker Darren Bent has implored Liverpool fans not to boo Trent Alexander-Arnold following news that he has agreed to join Real Madrid.

Many Reds fans have taken to social media to express their anger over his decision to run his contract down and leave on a free transfer.

And Bent is hoping they don't vent their fury towards the right-back in the closing stages of the season.

He said on Drive: "These things happen, you could say that Liverpool were a little bit responsible letting him get down to that situation."

Bent added: "He's played over 340 games for Liverpool, he is a special talent and he's going to a special football club.

"Yes, he's leaving one of the big boys in European football and going to Real Madrid, I understand that, and I get Liverpool fans are like, 'Look what we've done for him.'

"That's always the argument, and I always go, 'What sort of argument is that when they do look what we've done for him,' well he's done a lot for you lot as well.

"He's scored big goals, helped you be part of a really successful period in your history, I get it, he doesn't go with your blessing.

"But don't boo him.

"We took the picture and Jurgen came past...

"He went: '******* hell, is that why we got beat ******* 3-0'.

"I turned round and said: 'You're ******* lucky you ******* got beat 3-0, now **** off'.

"Everybody laughed, but I was pleased I was in Real Madrid and not Dortmund as I'd have had to get out of Dortmund alive."

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Today, 15:23By Jack Johnson

It's been a tough day for Liverpool fans with Trent Alexander-Arnold set to join Real Madrid, but this should boost spirits...

talkSPORT understands Mohamed Salah is NOT currently in active talks over a move to Saudi Arabia.

Bosses of the Saudi Pro League believe the Egyptian wants to stay in Europe.

That is despite being willing to hand the former Basel man a three-year deal worth in excess of £160m-per-year.

It would make Salah one of the richest footballers in the Gulf nation alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, who pockets around £177m-a-year.

Liverpool remain hopeful of keeping both Salah and Virgil van Dijk who are out of contract this summer.

Saudi chiefs have been able to speak to Salah regarding a free transfer since January, but the winger has prioritised contract talks with Liverpool.

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Today, 15:11By Jack Johnson

Dan Ashworth is set to make a surprise return to the FA after leaving Manchester United.

The former Red Devils sporting director departed Old Trafford in December after just five months at the club.

Ashworth had previously held the same role at Newcastle before agreeing to join Man United.

However, he could now land a new role with the FA just three months on from his United exit.

As first reported by The Telegraph, Ashworth is in discussions for a major role at St.

"We'll do everything we can to make it a fantastic ending."

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Today, 13:29By Jack Cunningham

Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock has hit back at some of the criticism aimed at Trent Alexander-Arnold.

talkSPORT brought you the news earlier today that the England international had agreed a deal with Real Madrid.

Alexander-Arnold will leave Anfield this summer for nothing and head to Spain, where he will pen a five-year deal worth £220,000 per week.

Since the news was revealed, the Scouser has been the subject of intense criticism online from Liverpool supporters.

But Warnock has staunchly defended Alexander-Arnold's decision to leave his boyhood club for Los Blancos, where he will join Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe.

Writing on X, he said: "Can’t believe the negativity directed towards Trent Alexander-Arnold and his potential move away from LFC.

I don't think he's hoodwinked Liverpool.

"I don't think he's done the Sol Campbell trick of indicating to the club that he's going to sign and then run across town to join the biggest rivals."

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Today, 10:35By Jack Johnson

Simon Jordan believes that Trent Alexander-Arnold is 'fortunate' to have got the move to Real Madrid.

He’s been captain of his boyhood club, he’s won everything with his boyhood club.

“Now, he’s not leaving to go to any other team, he’s going to Real Madrid, the biggest team in world football.

“So, I think it’s perfect for him and fair play to him, he’s earned that right in my opinion.”

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Today, 10:05By Jack Johnson

Trent Alexander-Arnold has agreed to join Real Madrid from Liverpool, talkSPORT understands.

Alexander-Arnold will move to the Bernabeu on a long-term deal when his Reds contract expires at the end of the season.

He will sign a five-year contract worth in excess of £220k a week.

The England international, who has been on Liverpool’s books since 2004, has been in discussions with Real since January.

Alexander-Arnold has made more than 250 Premier League appearances for his hometown club, winning every major domestic honour.

But now he's going to be joining up with Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior overseas.

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Today, 09:50By Jack Johnson

Reece James has admitted that his muted celebration last night was due to his surprise that his free-kick resulted in a goal.

The Chelsea star found the back of the net in England's 3-0 win over Latvia with a glorious set-piece late in the first half.

Stepping up from all of 30 yards, James curled his effort around the Latvia goal and into the top corner of the Wembley net.

While his teammates swarmed him to celebrate his effort, James kept a straight face - a reaction that was unusual given the quality of his strike and the fact it was his first goal for his country.

But reflecting on his celebration in his first Three Lions appearance since 2022, James insisted there was nothing to worry about.

Asked about his relaxed celebration on ITV, he smiled: "I was surprised it hit the back of the net.

"I thought the keeper could have maybe got there but looking at the replay, it was probably tough."

He added: "I saw the wall and I thought I could bend it round and thankfully I managed to hit the back of the net."

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Today, 09:34By Jack Johnson

Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri has made a great first impression in the England U21 camp after making his debut.

I would have loved to have celebrated with the team."

Musiala said at the time: "That's his assist."

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24th Mar 2025, 14:32By Connor Andrews

Dean Huijsen won't be at Bournemouth next season, according to teammate Justin Kluivert.

Spanish outlet MARCA managed to speak to the former Valencia wideman after Spain beat his Netherlands side in the Nations League.

Asked about his Cherries teammate, Kluivert said: “I know that next year he won’t be with us.”

Huijsen, who played with the Netherlands youth teams, had just played his first senior international matches, but for Spain.

The 19-year-old centre back opted to represent the country where he grew up instead of his Dutch birthplace.

He impressed in both games for Spain as they overcame the Dutch on penalties in an enthralling Nations League semi-final.

Strongly linked with Real Madrid, talkSPORT understands that Liverpool are also interested in the teen defender.

Signed from Juventus for a miserly £12.6million, it's understood that he has a £50m release clause this summer.

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24th Mar 2025, 14:11By Connor Andrews

Simon Jordan has given his thoughts on former employee Steve Bruce going after Dwight Gayle.

Gayle criticised the ex-Newcastle manager's lack of tactics on a podcast interview, and Bruce surprisingly hit back.

Speaking after a win with his League One Blackpool side, Bruce made headlines as he sarcastically called Gayle 'legendary' before mentioning a big miss in the FA Cup against Manchester City.

talkSPORT host Jordan, who hired Bruce at Crystal Palace, wasn't a fan of the response, saying: "I think Steve should've risen above it.

"I think that was a laddy environment with two young lads guffawing at what he [Gayle] said.

"Bruce managed for me a long time ago and the one thing he did was get himself on the training pitch.

"Gayle is an average player who played at Palace and I doubt there is anything seeded in accuracy [in what he said] but it will play to the gallery to the people at Newcastle that didn't appreciate Steve Bruce and his brand of football."

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24th Mar 2025, 12:59By Connor Andrews

MLS side San Diego FC failed in their attempts to sign Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne, the club's sporting director has revealled.

Tyler Heaps told The Sun: "He is a fantastic footballer and loves this area.
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