Articles by Ciaran McCarthy

‘Absolute dream’ Barcelona signing ‘unrealistic’ as Real Madrid in better position for elite striker
A reporter has explained that Real Madrid are better placed to land an elite striker ahead of rivals Barcelona when the time comes

Man Utd sound out German boss with impressive UCL credentials to take Ten Hag spot
United are particularly impressed with the manager's Champions League history, and have made contact with him

Tottenham plan to protect forward before eventually cutting him loose in brutal process
Spurs will ease the player back from injury, as they have a potential sale in mind which they don't want to be jeopardised

Liverpool superstar has ‘already agreed’ to Real Madrid move as pundit offers three reasons
"Why wouldn't you want to play for Real Madrid? They win the Champions League every year."

Liverpool have head start for ‘one of the next big jewels’ while Borussia Dortmund stutter
"Liverpool and other clubs who are interested are perhaps closer. In Dortmund, they are discussing the name but it's not so hot at the moment."

Man Utd told they can ‘take advantage’ to sign former Man City attacker over Newcastle
Newcastle are now in a far worse position than United, who could be in with a great chance of making the signing

Chelsea to flat out refuse Man City advances for superstar wanted as De Bruyne heir
Chelsea's stance has been made clear amid interest in one of the best players in the Premier League

Real Madrid pick fight with Barcelona, with monstrous centre-back move in view amid rival interest
Real are looking to snatch a player who rivals Barcelona want to sign, in a move which would be a big loss for Barca for one big reason

Man Utd manager target Graham Potter ‘very keen’ on taking over ‘worst team’ in Premier League
Potter is one of two men said to be keeping a keen eye on the manager situation at the club

Liverpool strike ‘fear’ into Prem minnow by joining Tottenham with interest in attacking star
The Reds are one of the sides the forward's current club are scared he will become a major target for

Man City ‘genuinely impressed’ by Italy midfielder, but Rodri replacement likely a Prem man
City could decide against signing the Italian star, instead deciding to hunt closer to home for midfield reinforcements

Exclusive: Man Utd, Arsenal hunting keeper with stunning record who’s turned Gunners down already
Exclusive: The Premier League giants have their sights on one of the most exciting goalkeepers in England

Tuchel already has first Man Utd signing in sight after contact, as Barcelona danger resurfaces
Tuchel has already been in contact with the star with a view to bringing him through the door at Old Trafford

Ibrahimovic pushing for smart snare of forgotten Man Utd man ‘at all costs’ for AC Milan
The AC Milan advisor wants to reunite with his former Manchester United team-mate, in a deal which would be great for the club

Arsenal exit could follow shock transfer battle as Barcelona, Atletico Madrid want Saudi target
Though the Arsenal man is wanted in Saudi Arabia, the two big La Liga sides still feel he has a lot to offer

Chelsea recommended 26-goal striker, with star’s U-turn potentially prompted by big changes
Chelsea are considering attempting to change the player's mind in search of his signature

Tottenham hopes of Prem playmaker transfer rising, with £68m barrier likely to be hurdled
Spurs are among the sides who feel they can bypass the clause and get the star on the cheap

Newcastle will be ‘serious suitors’ for silky winger’s free transfer if simple condition is met
Newcastle need to achieve one thing this season to thrown their name firmly in the ring for the Euro giant star

Real Madrid man wants to steal Arsenal star, tearing apart best partnership in world
Antonio Rudiger feels Arsenal have the best partnership in the world in one position, but he wants his own club to take one half of that duo

Man City, Liverpool make contact for in-demand midfielder, both must make £17m decision
Both clubs have some ground to make up in terms of the transfer fee paid for the in-demand Premier League star

Real Madrid NOT negotiating for Alexander-Arnold despite ‘several contacts’ taking place for Liverpool star
"They are not discussing terms of a contract, salary, or project."

Mo Salah replacement: SEVEN top-class attackers Liverpool could sign as contract D-Day looms
TEAMtalk has looked into seven wingers who could replace Liverpool legend Mo Salah at Anfield, with the Egypt forward's contract due to run out in the summer of 2025

Arsenal tipped to finally bid for £58m-rated striker as contract wobble can secure long-term target
Arsenal could make their first bid for the striker more than three years after their interest in him began

Chelsea ‘contact’ ongoing for Aston Villa striker they love, with Barcelona taking backseat to Blues
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Chelsea remain in contact for the Villans star, and they are currently better placed than Barcelona

Chelsea pursuit of new centre-back hits rocks as insider reveals ‘several clubs’ tracking star
The stance of the selling side, plus interest from other big clubs, is spelling danger for Chelsea's chances

Man City ready ‘monstrous investment’ for versatile £42m Inter Milan star as Rodri fears confirmed
City are planning to fill the Rodri void in January with a very adaptable player who they can get for £42million

Liverpool ‘will lose’ Salah, as ex-Prem man states he’ll earn more than Ronaldo and ‘can’t turn down’ mega offer
Gabby Agbonlahor has revealed Mohamed Salah has been offered money he "can't turn down" in order to move on from Liverpool

Man Utd swipe 32-goal future superstar from Arsenal as PL confirms ‘ratification process’ complete
The mesmerising 32-goal star can finally join, after the process was completed, including Arsenal's compensation

Ten Hag sack: ‘Pressure’ ramps up as journalist claims ‘this weekend’ may end manager’s Man Utd stay
A negative result against Tottenham could have huge ramifications for the United manager

Man Utd warned ‘lowest in top 10’ stat could continue with Ashworth failing to address gaping hole
"That's not going to get Manchester United where they want to be in terms of competing for the title, even top four I think they're going to struggle."