PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are reportedly closing in on a mega £90million deal for Manchester United target Antonio Silva.
United scouts were sent to watch the Benfica wonderkid earlier on this month, but he could now be snatched up by PSG after impressing the French giants.
Meanwhile, former Aston Villa star Gabriel Agbonlahor has slammed Phillippe Countinho's form this season.
Agbonlahor believes Coutinho should apologise to Steven Gerrard over his sacking as the Liverpool legend put a lot of faith into him.
AndEddie Howe's side are the latest club to be linked with a move for in form winger Leandro Trossard.
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- Kostas Lianos
Erling Haaland record
Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland is on course for a whopping 58 Premier League goals this season, if he keeps going at his current pace.
Haaland has bagged 17 Premier League goals already this season with a current rate or 1.55 goals per game.
According to Offers.Bet, the star striker could smash Mohamed Salah’s 32 goals in a season record for a 38-game season.
The Norway international could even surpass the 34 goals in a season set by Andy Cole and Alan Shearer back in the days of a 42-game season.
The 22-year-old could break Salah’s record in his 22nd game of the season, which is scheduled to be City’s away trip to Bournemouth on February 25.
If Haaland can keep up the ridiculous scoring record, he would break Shearer’s record of 260 Premier League goals in the 2026-2027 Premier League season
- Kostas Lianos
Ron the way out
Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo is willing to take a pay cut to depart from Old Trafford.
According to The Athletic, Ronaldo could push for a move away from United and potential suitors have been made aware he is willing to accept a lower salary.
The forward looked to leave Old Trafford last summer but no Champions League sides showed interest.
If the 37-year-old legend receives no offers in the January transfer window then the Red Devils would be open to letting him go for free if a mutual agreement is reached to terminate his contract.
Manager Erik ten Hag will also not look for a replacement if the Real Madrid legend ultimately puts an end to his second stint at Old Trafford in the New Year
- Kostas Lianos
Back Ron it
Chelsea are interested in signing Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo after his fall-out with manager Erik ten Hag.
According to Sunday World, the Blues are tempted to make a move for Ronaldo in January.
The West Londoners were one of several teams contacted by the 37-year-old’s representatives last summer after he decided to leave United.
Chelsea’s new owner Todd Boehly was keen to bring the star forward over to Stamford Bridge but former boss Thomas Tuchel opted against a potential deal.
But with Tuchel now gone, Boehly is keen to renew his interest and explore a swoop for the Portugal captain in the New Year.
Chelsea appear keen on a temporary deal that would see the five-time Ballon d’Or winner stay until the end of the season with an option to extend for a second term
- Kostas Lianos
Let’s be Frank
Arsenal have joined the transfer war for Eintracht Frankfurt ace Evan Ndicka.
The Gunners are still searching for a left-sided centre-back ahead of the upcoming January transfer window.
According to the Evening Standard, Ndicka is one of the North Londoners’ top targets but face competition.
Tottenham, Newcastle and Manchester United have also been recently linked with the talented centre-back.
Arsenal turned their attention on the Frenchman after missing out on Lisandro Martinez, who signed for United in the summer.
Mikel Arteta’s team also failed to land Calvin Bassey, who chose to play for Ajax
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Newcastle join Trossard race
Newcastle have joined the transfer war for Brighton star Leandro Trossard.
Trossard, 27, is having a breakout campaign in front of goal, scoring six and assisting two in the Premier League.
However, the winger's deal with the Seagulls is up at the end of the season meaning he can agree a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs from January.
The Belgium international can also wait until the summer to join a Premier League team on a free transfer.
An option for Brighton to avoid losing the forward for free is sanctioning a sale in January.
And according to transfer expert Graeme Bailey, on the Talking Transfers podcast, the Magpies will rival Chelsea for Trossard's signature and have named the amount they'd be willing to spend
- Kostas Lianos
Agbonlahor slams Coutinho
Aston Villa star Philippe Coutinho has been told to apologise to sacked boss Steven Gerrard by one of the club's former stars.
Gabriel Agbonlahor said Coutinho had let his former manager down with a series of a sub-par performances this season.
Agbonlahor told talkSPORT: "Coutinho was his man and he didn't perform for him.
"Coutinho owes Gerrard an apology, for me, for the way he performed, Gerrard backed him"
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Sil the deal
Paris Saint-Germain are interested in Benfica star and Manchester United target Antonio Silva.
According to Le10Sport, PSG are impressed with Silva's performances and are willing to make a £90million bid.
That sort of offer could be enough to lure the centre-back to Parc des Princes.
Real Madrid, Manchester City, Napoli and Valencia are also interested in the Portuguese ace – along with United
- Sam Dymond
Leeds united behind struggling Marsch
The Leeds United board are understood to be standing by their under fire manager Jesse Marsch despite the Elland Road crowd turning on the American.
Boos rang out from the home fans at the end of yesterday's 3-2 defeat by Fulham, a fourth defeat in succession and an eighth game without a win.
The result leaves Leeds in the Premier League relegation zone, and Marsch odds-on with the bookmakers to be the next manager to be shown the door.
However, the 48-year-old was defiant despite the latest loss.
"I'm here for the long term," he said afterwards.
"I love this club, I'm investing everything I have to try to make us better.
"I understand the frustrations from the fans and we are equally, if not more, frustrated. We are doing everything we can and we are together.
"The board and I are unified. We have had clear discussions that we are together."
- Sam Dymond
Gunners cool interest in N’Dicka
Arsenal have reportedly cooled their interest in January transfer target Evan N’Dicka after centre-back Gabriel penned a new deal at the Emirates.
The Express believe that the Brazilian contract extension means that the Gunners are less likely to enter the market for a defender when the transfer window reopens.
The Premier League leaders had been heavily linked with Eintracht Frankfurt ace N’Dicka, who they were hoping to pick up for a bargain £7m.
However, Gabriel’s decision to pledge his future to the Londoners until at least 2027 will now see Mikel Arteta, Edu and co. look elsewhere for squad reinforcements.
- Sam Dymond
United will allow Ronaldo exit
Manchester United will not stand in the way of Cristiano Ronaldo if he continues to press for a move, according to The Athletic.
They reveal that Erik ten Hag is preparing for showdown talks with the legendary forward this week.
Should Ronaldo insist that he still wants to quit Old Trafford, the club will allow him to explore options ahead a of January transfer.
However, the Dutch boss will allow Ronaldo to rejoin the Manchester United squad this week – but only if he shows remorse for his latest tantrum, and accepts that he is no longer a guaranteed starter.
The 37-year-old refused to come on as a sub in the midweek win over Tottenham, and then stormed off down the tunnel before the final whistle.
- Sam Dymond
Coutinho should apologise to Gerrard
Philippe Coutinho has been told to apologise to sacked Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard by one of the club's former stars.
Speaking in his role as a pundit for talkSPORT, Gabriel Agbonlahor said the Brazilian had let his former boss down with a series of a sub-par performances this season.
"Coutinho was his man and he didn't perform for him," announced the former Villa Park favourite.
"Coutinho owes Gerrard an apology, for me, for the way he performed, Gerrard backed him."
The 30-year-old initially flourished after joining the West Midlands outfit on loan in January, but has floundered since they forked out to bring him in permanently from Barcelona.
Coutinho has yet to register a goal or assist so far this campaign, and hasn't started a game since the 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest two weeks ago.
- Sam Dymond
Good morning footy fans
Crystal Palace will hold talks with Wilfried Zaha over a new long-term contract, which will be a blow to Arsenal and Chelsea – who have been linked to the star.
That is according to Palace manager Patrick Vieira, who is adamant Zaha, 29, won’t be leaving for free in June when his contract runs out.
Vieira said: “Wilfried knows what the club think about him, and we know what he thinks about the club.
“There will be discussions taking place [over a new contract] but for myself and for the club what is important is for him to play at this level and to be consistent and to help those young players around him to grow and we will see what will happen.
“If Wilfried Zaha has a good day, the team will have a good day.
“He’s an important player on and off the field, he’s got the experience and today he was really good in possession and out of possession he worked really hard.”
England ace John Stones is expecting a World Cup baby with his entrepreneur girlfriend.
The Man City centre-back, 28, is expected to be named in the Three Lions squad for Qatar.
And he could be lifting more than the Jules Rimet trophy if Gareth Southgate’s boys win it.
Stones’ partner, Olivia Naylor, 33 — who has just launched her children’s clothing brand, Moosh — is due to give birth to their first child together towards the end of December.
Tottenham could make a bid for Inter Milan star Alessandro Bastoni, reports suggest.
Bastoni, 23, rose to prominence with the Serie A giants while under current Spurs boss Conte.
According to Inter Live, the North Londoners could make a €50million (£43m) offer for the centre-back during the January transfer window.
Transfer insider Dean Jones, previously stated that the Italy international would be a “dream signing” for Tottenham manager Conte and chief Fabio Paratici.
However, Spurs could face competition as the 23-year-old is also being monitored by both Manchester United and Manchester City.
Newcastle have joined Chelsea in the chase for Brighton main man Leandro Trossard, according to reports.
The Belgian, 27, is having a breakout campaign in front of goal, scoring six and assisting two in the Premier League.
However, his contract with the Seagulls is up at the end of the season meaning he can agree a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs from January.
He can also wait until the summer to join a Prem team on a free transfer.
An option for Brighton to avoid losing Trossard for free is sanctioning a sale in January.
And according to transfer expert Graeme Bailey, on the Talking Transfers podcast, Newcastle will rival Chelsea for Trossard’s signature and have named the amount they’d be willing to spend.
- Jon Boon
Maguire boost
Harry Maguire is ready for a Manchester United return to boost his England World Cup prospects.
United’s captain has been out for a month since injuring his hamstring during the Three Lions’ 3-3 Nations League draw with Germany.
But defender Maguire will be back in full training this week after missing the last seven games.
And his recovery could not come at a better time for boss Erik ten Hag after fellow defender Raphael Varane damaged a hamstring at Chelsea on Saturday.
England manager Gareth Southgate will be delighted to see Maguire, 29, in Qatar.
But Frenchman Varane was in tears and is likely to miss next month’s tournament.
- Jon Boon
Zaha talks
Crystal Palace will hold talks with Wilfried Zaha over a new long-term contract, which will be a blow to Arsenal and Chelsea – who have been linked to the star.
That is according to Palace manager Patrick Vieira, who is adamant Zaha, 29, won't be leaving for free in June when his contract runs out.
Vieira said: "Wilfried knows what the club think about him, and we know what he thinks about the club.
"There will be discussions taking place [over a new contract] but for myself and for the club what is important is for him to play at this level and to be consistent and to help those young players around him to grow and we will see what will happen.
"If Wilfried Zaha has a good day, the team will have a good day.
"He’s an important player on and off the field, he’s got the experience and today he was really good in possession and out of possession he worked really hard."
- Jon Boon
Stones expecting
England ace John Stones is expecting a World Cup baby with his entrepreneur girlfriend.
The Man City centre-back, 28, is expected to be named in the Three Lions squad for Qatar.
And he could be lifting more than the Jules Rimet trophy if Gareth Southgate’s boys win it.
Stones’ partner, Olivia Naylor, 33 — who has just launched her children’s clothing brand, Moosh — is due to give birth to their first child together towards the end of December.
- Jon Boon
Harsh sending off
Villarreal star Alex Baena was brutally sent off after lifting his shirt to pay an emotional tribute to the club's late vice-president, Jose Manuel Llaneza.
Llaneza, who passed away after a battle with leukemia earlier this week, was one of the driving forces behind Villarreal's growth over the past three decades.
The club has even announced that a space has been set up in the town hall where fans can pay their respects to Llaneza.
Villarreal took on Almeria at home on Sunday and fell behind after 31 minutes.
But the Yellow Submarine got themselves back on level terms through Baena in the second half.
The midfielder, who was already on a booking, lifted his shirt revealing a message of thanks to Llaneza.
- Jon Boon
Cover boy Mount
Mason Mount has been dubbed "Britain's most eligible bachelor" as the Chelsea star posed on the front cover of Tatler Magazine.
The Blues and England midfielder, 23, is forging a career in modelling and has given fans a rare insight into his love life.
Stamford Bridge's golden boy got suited and booted for the front cover shoot while revealing he doesn't have time to date due to his commitment to football.
Mount was in a relationship with model Chloe Wealleans-Watts, 23, who he met back in 2017.
The pair have split but it is not known when they went their separate ways.
When asked about his relationship status, Mount told Tatler: "Football is my priority."
- Jon Boon
Spurs could bid for Bastoni
Tottenham could make a bid for Inter Milan star Alessandro Bastoni, reports suggest.
Bastoni, 23, rose to prominence with the Serie A giants while under current Spurs boss Conte.
According to Inter Live, the North Londoners could make a €50million (£43m) offer for the centre-back during the January transfer window.
Transfer insider Dean Jones, previously stated that the Italy international would be a “dream signing” for Tottenham manager Conte and chief Fabio Paratici.
However, Spurs could face competition as the 23-year-old is also being monitored by both Manchester United and Manchester City.
- Jon Boon
Guimaraes baby joy
Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes hasn't slept for TWO DAYS after welcoming the birth of his first child and then beating Spurs in the Premier League.
The 24-year-old Brazilian's fiance Ana Lidia Martins gave birth to their first child, Matteo, on Friday night.
He told Sky Sports: "They've been amazing days for me, to become a father for the first time. It's been incredible. I've had two days without sleep.
"I would stay home but I love to be here with these guys. They make me happy and proud, and I think we deserved it today.
"It was one of the best days of my life [Matteo's birth]. I'm very happy and proud. It's been like a dream. I don't have words because it's amazing what has happened in my life.
"I say thanks to my family. It's been difficult but it's all worth it."
- Jon Boon
Newcastle join Trossard race
Newcastle have joined Chelsea in the chase for Brighton main man Leandro Trossard, according to reports.
The Belgian, 27, is having a breakout campaign in front of goal, scoring six and assisting two in the Premier League.
However, his contract with the Seagulls is up at the end of the season meaning he can agree a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs from January.
He can also wait until the summer to join a Prem team on a free transfer.
An option for Brighton to avoid losing Trossard for free is sanctioning a sale in January.
And according to transfer expert Graeme Bailey, on the Talking Transfers podcast, Newcastle will rival Chelsea for Trossard's signature and have named the amount they'd be willing to spend.
- Jon Boon
Schmeichel booed by fans
Nice keeper Kasper Schmeichel was booed by his own fans ahead of their clash with Nantes on Sunday evening.
The Dane, 35, left Leicester to join the French outfit in the summer after more than a decade at the King Power Stadium.
But he has endured a nightmare first few months at the club.
And when his name was read out before their home match with Nantes, the shot-stopper was booed by his own supporters.
They then proceeded to cheer substitute keeper Marcin Bulka in a pointed gesture to replace Schmeichel.
Nice went on to draw the game 1-1 as a stoppage-time Nicolas Pepe penalty salvaged a point for Nice.
- Jon Boon
Peep peep!
Newcastle hold on to get all three points.
Big blow for Spurs, as the Toon go into the top four with a stunning win.
Tottenham couldn't find an equaliser in that second half, after getting back into it with Kane.
It finishes Spurs 1-2 Newcastle.
- Jon Boon
Liverpool chase Moukoko
Liverpool will face competition in their pursuit of signing Youssoufa Moukoko, according to reports.
The Borussia Dortmund starlet, 17, is being tracked by a host of top clubs.
But The Reds are the best positioned to land him, according to Spanish outlet Sport.
They report this despite interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona, and from Paris Saint-Germain.
Jurgen Klopp's interest in the attacker is said to be quite acute, with him being impressed by his younger compatriot's performances.
While he has mostly appeared off the bench for his club this season, Moukoko has still returned a stellar goal record.
- Jon Boon
1-2
Spurs are back in it!
And, of course, it's that man Harry Kane who has given them a lifeline.
Will Conte's side get an equaliser?
- Jon Boon
0-2
Newcastle are really taking the game to Spurs.
This time it's Miguel Almiron with a superb finish from a tight angle.
Conte is livid, Spurs have it all to do now.
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