Jalen Brunson
January 2026
Brunson will miss the Warriors game and is listed day-to-day with a right ankle sprain after getting hurt against Sacramento. He went down while dribbling in the first quarter, left to the locker room, and did not return. The Knicks will monitor recovery given prior ankle issues this season.
Richarlison
January 2026
Richarlison will miss up to seven weeks after a hamstring injury suffered in the FA Cup loss to Aston Villa, adding to Spurs’ injury list. He pulled up while chasing a ball and was substituted. Frank also said Lucas Bergvall and Yves Bissouma are available, with Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie close to returning to larger minutes.
Liam Rosenior
January 2026
Rosenior says Chelsea are open to January business but will only act if the target is the right fit, with defence a key focus after injuries. Chelsea are assessing internal options while discussing potential incomings and outgoings with the board, with reports linking them to ball-playing centre-backs and also noting interest in adding a midfielder and versatile attacker.
Murillo
January 2026
United are linked with Murillo as they plan for a potential Maguire departure when his contract expires. Reports say Murillo is being considered and may be open to leaving despite a long contract, but any deal would be expensive and not straightforward.
Michael Carrick
January 2026
Neville says Carrick should not be considered for the permanent United role beyond this season, even if results improve. Neville argues United need a proven, experienced manager and named Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, and Carlo Ancelotti as options to consider in the summer.
Darius Garland
January 2026
Garland suffered a right-foot injury and is doubtful for Friday, with Cleveland also listing Merrill doubtful due to a hand injury. Garland was hurt diving for a loose ball in the third quarter after earlier scoring efficiently. Team reaction suggested concern but not immediate panic, pending further evaluation
Jalen Brunson
January 2026
Brunson missed the final three quarters with a right ankle injury and was ruled out for the second half. He appeared to roll or give way on the ankle while dribbling early, went to the locker room, and did not return after being listed questionable.
Cooper Flagg
January 2026
Flagg sprained his left ankle and was ruled out for the second half, raising doubts for the next game. He rolled the ankle after stepping on a foot while falling. It was the same ankle he tweaked two games earlier, and Dallas opted to sit him after the break.
Joao Gomes
January 2026
Atletico and United are both linked with Gomes, with Atletico seeking a replacement after Gallagher’s reported move to Tottenham, and United monitoring midfield options. Reports claim Atletico have moved quickly, but Gomes has expressed commitment to helping Wolves avoid relegation and has indicated he prefers staying in England, which could aid United if a deal develops.
Federico Chiesa
January 2026
Chiesa’s former mentor questioned Slot’s limited use of the winger as reports suggest Chiesa is negotiating a return to Juventus. Romei says Slot’s selection choices are hard to understand given Chiesa’s profile for English football, noting he has had limited starts despite multiple appearances this season.
