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Liam Hart
Latest football coverage by Liam Hart.
Liam Hart covers breaking soccer news, transfers, and matchday developments across Europe for Zone 14 Lab.
Andoni Iraola is unlikely to remain at Bournemouth, according to fresh reporting, with Liverpool said to be the kind of job the Spaniard wants next as he weighs his next move carefully.
Aurélien Tchouaméni looks set to miss Real Madrid’s final match of the season after staying away from full training with muscle pain. Vinicius Junior was also absent, while Federico Valverde returned in time for the Athletic Bilbao fixture.
Atletico Madrid are reportedly open to considering offers for Julian Alvarez this summer if a major bid arrives, with Barcelona, Arsenal and PSG all linked to the Argentina forward.
Manchester City appear set for a major managerial transition, with Enzo Maresca reported to have agreed a three-year deal as Pep Guardiola prepares to leave at the end of the season.
From Jack Grealish and Wilfried Zaha to Nathan Ake and Ismaila Sarr, several Premier League players entered the market with strong reasons to move. Here are 11 names whose situations made transfer noise impossible to ignore.
Three major storylines are moving across Europe: Barcelona are yet to submit a formal offer for Alessandro Bastoni, Antoine Griezmann is preparing to leave Atlético Madrid after a defining era, and Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso on a four-year deal in a bid to reset the club’s direction.
Michael Carrick has responded to growing questions over his Manchester United future after guiding the club back into the Champions League, insisting the focus remains on the work still to be done.
Florentino Perez has dismissed speculation that he is preparing to step down as Real Madrid president, telling reporters he will not resign and will instead run again in the club’s next elections.
Olympique de Marseille are preparing for a major summer reset, with new leadership changes underway and the search for a head coach now accelerating. Bruno Genesio is emerging as one of the strongest options as OM look for a proven Ligue 1 profile.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered when the series tilted his way, scoring 35 points as Oklahoma City completed a 4-0 sweep of the Lakers. Even after another dominant playoff step, the Thunder’s message was one of control rather than celebration.
Chelsea have taken an early step in their managerial search by making contact with Xabi Alonso, who is currently out of work after leaving Real Madrid and is said to be open to talks.
Real Madrid have been forced to step in after a reported training-ground clash between Aurélien Tchouameni and Fede Valverde, with the fallout raising fresh questions about discipline, leadership and the mood inside the dressing room.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr travel across Riyadh needing a fast recovery after a damaging defeat to Al-Qadsiah. Here’s the team news, predicted lineups, broadcast information, and the key angles around a match that suddenly carries real title-race pressure.
Declan Rice has spoken warmly about West Ham’s role in his rise, but Arsenal’s trip across London arrives at a point in the season when emotion gives way to pressure. With Mikel Arteta’s side chasing a league-and-Europe double and West Ham battling to stay clear of danger, Sunday’s meeting carries weight for everyone involved.
Frank Lampard has urged Coventry City supporters to enjoy the club’s return to the Premier League after 25 years away, while stressing that serious planning for next season is already about to begin.
José Fontes is poised to leave Leicester City for AS Roma in July, with the highly rated recruitment specialist expected to become the Italian club’s chief scout as Jose Mourinho begins a rebuild in the capital.
Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Liverpool on Premier League matchday 35 secured Champions League football and underlined the impact of interim coach Michael Carrick, whose run has included wins over several elite managers.
Sheffield Wednesday signed off with a win over West Brom, but an 18-point deduction left the club bottom of the Championship on zero points after 46 matches. The final-day result was overshadowed by relegation, financial instability and a takeover that may now shape the club’s future.
Julen Lopetegui believes taking Qatar to the 2026 World Cup is one of the finest accomplishments of his coaching career. The Spaniard reflected on survival jobs in the Premier League, the challenge of developing Qatar’s limited player pool, and his hope of one day returning to England.
Nottingham Forest are carrying momentum on two fronts after a first-leg win over Aston Villa in Europe and a strong unbeaten streak domestically. Omari Hutchinson says the club has been energized by the journey, though attention now turns to a crucial league trip to Chelsea.
