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Erling Haaland has signed one of the most lucrative contracts in football history, penning a nine-and-a-half year deal with Manchester City that will tie him to the club until he is 34.
Meanwhile, Manchester United legend Denis Law has sadly passed away at the age of 84.
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Today, 09:24By Jack Cunningham
Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of Romain Esse from Millwall.
The 19-year-old attacking midfielder joins the Eagles after two seasons in the Championship.
Esse has five goals and one assist this season, and Palace have shelled out an initial £12.5 million to sign him, which could rise to £14m with add-ons.
He has signed a five-and-a-half-year deal, and can't wait to get going.
Speaking to the club's website, he said: “I’m very excited to be here.
"I feel immense pride in joining this great club and I'm really looking forward to wearing my new colours."
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17th Jan 2025, 21:01
Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies' future is reportedly sorted.
The Canadian's deal is due to expire at the end of the season, with a host of top Premier League clubs and Real Madrid ready to throw the chequebook at him.
However, The Athletic's David Ornstein reports those clubs can spend their cash elsewhere.
Ornstein claims Davies is close to reaching an agreement with Bayern to remain at the club.
Once signed, Davies' new deal is expected to keep him at the club for a further four years.
The 24-year-old first arrived in Bavaria from Vancouver Whitecaps in January 2019 and has since cemented himself as a key member of the German giants' line-up.
Davies has over 210 appearances for Bayern and has won the Bundesliga five times.
The Canadian international will hope to win a sixth as Bayern sits four points clear at the top of the league ahead of Bayer Leverkusen.
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17th Jan 2025, 20:13By Jack Cunningham
After the sad news of Denis Law passing away at the age of 84, Manchester United have posted a lengthy obituary.
They said: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the darling of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84.
"To describe Denis as one of Manchester United’s, and football’s, all-time greatest players doesn’t seem sufficient an accolade.
His memory will live on forever more."
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17th Jan 2025, 19:21By Jack Cunningham
The majority of Manchester United fans want Old Trafford to be knocked down and replaced with a new stadium.
That is according to the Old Trafford Regeneartion Task Force who have finished their initial review into the future of the Red Devils' home ground.
The current options are to expand Old Trafford to 87,000 or build a brand new venue that could be 100,000.
As part of the work, 50, 000 Man United fans were surveyed.
90 per cent revealed they were confident in the club's vision of delivering a world-class stadium.
A new ground had support from 52 per cent of those asked, while 31 per cent wanted to remain at Old Trafford, and the rest were unsure.
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17th Jan 2025, 16:57By Robert Calcutt
Leicester City have reportedly accept a bid from Sheffield United for Tom Cannon.
The Sheffield Star say the bid upfront fee of around £10million and the deal includes potential add-ons.
One of those includes Sheffield United, who are third in the Championship, securing their promotion back to the Premier League.
The Blades will now work on agreeing personal terms with the 22-year-old forward.
Cannon was previously in Everton's academy before being signed by Leicester in 2023, making 16 appearances for the Foxes last season.
He completed a loan move to Stoke City in August and netted 11 goals in 25 outings before being recalled by Leicester.
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17th Jan 2025, 16:47By Robert Calcutt
Napoli have seen their initial bid for Alejandro Garnacho rejected by Manchester United.
Napoli have made Garnacho a top target this month as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia heads to Paris Saint-Germain.
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17th Jan 2025, 16:29By Robert Calcutt
AC Milan are prioritising signing Kyle Walker over Marcus Rashford, talkSPORT understands.
Milan can only sign one of Walker or Rashford in January due to Serie A rules around non-EU players post-Brexit.
Manchester City are yet to receive a formal approach from the Italian giants but the Milan hierarchy are ready to step up their interest in the want-away England international.
Rashford's advisers have also held talks with Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund, while Napoli are monitoring his situation.
Manchester United are willing to allow Rashford to leave on loan after falling out of favour with head coach Ruben Amorim.
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17th Jan 2025, 16:14By Robert Calcutt
Tottenham are working on reinforcements but it's not easy, says Ange Postecoglou.
With Spurs sitting 14th in the Premier League, there is a sense that they will make signings in January to help rescue their season.
Antonin Kinsky was announced as a goalkeeping arrival at the start of the month but there has been little news of more incomings since.
Postecoglou explained the situation on Friday when he said: "It is tricky as all clubs are finding and I guess traditionally it ramps up in that final week so we're approaching there for all clubs.
"The club is working hard as it can and that's all you can ask for.
The second part of the case was paused to allow time for the Club to provide further information and documents to the Premier League Board concerning the relevant accounting treatment adopted.
"After considering the further information and documents provided by the Club in detail, the Premier League Board has concluded that it would not be appropriate or proportionate to continue to pursue the second part of their complaint.
"The Club and the League agree that this brings to an end all proceedings between the League and the Club in relation to the Club’s breaches of the PSR for the financial years ending 30 June 2022 and 30 June 2023."
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17th Jan 2025, 15:04By Robert Calcutt
West Ham are interested in bringing England midfielder Angel Gomes back to the Premier League, talkSPORT understands.
Former Manchester United youngster Gomes will be available on a free transfer when his contract at Lille expires in the summer.
The injury-hit Hammers have also shortlisted his teammate Jonathan David as a potential striker target.
Gomes made only ten appearances for United before leaving in 2020 and signing for Lille in Ligue 1.
The 24-year-old has featured 130 times for the club, and made his first four England appearances last year under interim boss Lee Carsley.
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17th Jan 2025, 14:14By Robert Calcutt
Chelsea have enquired about Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens.
That's according to The Athletic, who say the Blues are interested in signings for their wide areas.
Garnacho and Gittens, both of whom are 20-years-old, are said to be among the 'multiple candidates' for Chelsea.
The former has recently been the subject of reported interest from Napoli amid their sale of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
talkSPORT understands that Manchester United are not actively looking to sell Garnacho, whose deal runs until 2028.
An offer worth around £70million could tempt United to sell though.
Gittens was previously in Chelsea's youth system before moving to Reading, Manchester City and then Borussia Dortmund.
The winger has 30 goals and assists in 80 appearances for Dortmund and was part of their squad that reached last season's Champions League final.
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17th Jan 2025, 13:55By Robert Calcutt
Premier League clubs are reportedly keen on signing Rosenborg teenager Sverre Nypan.
The Telegraph claim that Arsenal are interested in the midfielder and Manchester City are also keeping tabs.
A reported £10million fee is being asked for by Rosenborg for Nypan, who is regarded as one of Europe's top young players.
The 18-year-old signed a professional contract with the Norwegian club in 2022 and made 60 appearances, scoring 13 goals.
Nypan is said to be represented by Rafaela Pimenta, who is the agent of Erling Haaland and Matthijs de Ligt among others.
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17th Jan 2025, 13:29By Robert Calcutt
Chelsea could be without four key players in their home clash against Wolves on Monday night.
The Blues host the Premier League strugglers at Stamford Bridge, live on talkSPORT, following a five-match winless run in the league.
Enzo Maresca's side came from behind to draw 2-2 with Bournemouth on Tuesday night thanks to a late Reece James goal.
Cole Palmer scored their opening goal but suffered a knock during the match, and could be set to miss their next fixture.
"We have Cole that was not in the session today, Levi [Colwill] was not in the session today," said Maresca.
"Enzo [Fernandez] was not in the session today, Romeo [Lavia] was not in the session today.
"He settled perfectly, what happened is he loves the club and the people he is around.
"He loves the Premier League, to be here with his wife and also his father, I think he visualised that there is no better place for the next 10 years."
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17th Jan 2025, 12:15By Robert Calcutt
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has completed his return to management.
The Manchester United legend has been confirmed as the new boss at Turkish giants Besiktas.
Solskjaer returns to the touchline over two years after he left United.
Speaking to local media upon his arrival, he said: "It's great to be here, it's very nice to see so many people that care about this fantastic club.
"For me, I've had a very nice first meeting with the members of the board here and I'm really looking forward to this.
"It's fantastic to be in this beautiful city."
Besiktas are sixth in the Turkish Super League and face being knocked out of the Europa League.
Solskjaer has arrived in the same league as Jose Mourinho and the pair will meet in May when Fenerbahce host Besiktas.
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17th Jan 2025, 11:57By Robert Calcutt
Antony could be offered an exit route out of Manchester United.
talkSPORT's Ben Jacobs has reported that LaLiga side Real Betis are exploring a loan move for the winger.
However, for a deal to take place, United will have to cover a significant amount of his wages.
Antony has faced a difficult spell at the Premier League giants since his £81.3million move from Ajax in 2022.
The Brazilian has scored just 12 goals in 95 appearances for the club, five of which have come in the Premier League.
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17th Jan 2025, 11:36By Robert Calcutt
Arne Slot insists his Liverpool side can still compete amongst the big spenders in the Premier League.
News of Erling Haaland's fresh Manchester City contract has further showcased the immense amounts of money involved in the league.
talkSPORT understands that Haaland's basic salary makes him the first player in Premier League history to earn £500,000-a-week.
He has signed until 2034 so is set for a whole decade at the club, but the figures involved are unsurprising for Slot.
"Not particularly about the investment but we know how good we have to be every single day to compete in this league," he said.
"It is not only the club you are referring to, Chelsea also spend £1.2billion, [Manchester] United spends an incredible amount.
"Every team spends a lot of money over here, that's why it's such an interesting league to be part of.
"Some season this club spends a bit more, other seasons other clubs spend a bit more.
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