Ronaldo Told a Manchester United Return Is Not Happening

12 February 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Ronaldo is still generating transfer noise, but a third spell at Manchester United is being ruled out while he weighs options despite being under contract at Al-Nassr until 2027. Reports frame his frustration around perceived PIF transfer-funding priorities and his response has included sitting out three games. He is back training and expected to return for the next fixture, but uncertainty around summer plans remains.

Liverpool Hit by Another Injury Blow as Endo Taken Off on Stretcher

12 February 2026

Wataru Endo
February 2026

Endo suffered what Slot called a “serious” injury and is expected to be out “quite a long time,” adding to Liverpool’s injury problems this season. Playing at right-back, Endo blocked a shot and landed awkwardly on his ankle/foot, tried to continue, then went down again and was stretchered off after lengthy treatment. Slot said the outlook “doesn’t look good” and Liverpool will confirm severity after tests.

David Seaman Criticises Donnarumma Celebrations, Praises Raya’s Consistency

12 February 2026

Gianluigi Donnarumma
February 2026

Seaman said some modern keepers over-celebrate routine saves, naming Donnarumma as an example. He also said Raya has become calm and consistent at Arsenal after initial pressure replacing Ramsdale. Seaman argued celebrations should match the moment, then highlighted Raya’s big saves and improved settling-in after Ramsdale’s exit. He pointed to Raya’s path through English football as building resilience and maturity.

Arsenal’s Kai Havertz Hit by Fresh Muscular I

12 February 2026

Kai Havertz
February 2026

Havertz is set for another spell out after sustaining a muscular injury, continuing an injury-disrupted 2025-26 season.
How: After returning in January from a long layoff earlier this season, he has now picked up a new issue. He is expected to miss Brentford (Thu), Wigan (FA Cup, Sun), Wolves (next Wed), and Tottenham (next Sun).

Al-Nassr Edge Arkadag 1-0 Without Ronaldo in ACL2 Last-16 First Leg

12 February 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo
February 2026

Al-Nassr won 1-0 away to Arkadag in the first leg, taking a narrow advantage back to Saudi Arabia. Ronaldo did not play but is expected to return this weekend. Al-Hamdan scored in the 19th minute after a through ball from Ângelo. Nassr missed chances to extend the lead, including Al-Hamdan from close range and a late one-on-one miss by Ghareeb.

Man City Troll “The United Strand” After West Ham Draw

11 February 2026

Frank Ilett
Feburary 2026

City’s US social account mocked Ilett’s viral haircut vow after United failed to win a fifth straight game, extending his long-running no-haircut challenge. The post used a Haaland photo with a caption about growing hair, timed right after the draw halted United’s four-game winning run.

Tottenham Sack Thomas Frank After Eight Winless Games

11 February 2026

Thomas Frank
February 2026

Spurs dismissed Frank after a dismal eight-match winless run, leaving them five points above the relegation zone and without a league win in 2026. The club says results and performances forced the board to act despite backing him since his June 2025 appointment. Reporting says Tottenham are now working through contingency plans for the replacement.

Marseille Sack Roberto De Zerbi After 5-0 PSG Humiliation

11 February 2026

Roberto De Zerbi
February 2026

Marseille ended De Zerbi’s tenure by mutual consent after a 5-0 loss to PSG. He leaves with the club fourth and 12 points off the top, after finishing second last season. The decision followed heavy pressure after an early Champions League exit and the collapse in Le Classique, where De Zerbi apologised for the performance. Marseille’s statement says leadership agreed a change was needed for the run-in.

Maguire “Increasingly Likely” to Extend United Stay

11 February 2026

Harry Maguire
February 2026

A report says Maguire is increasingly likely to sign a new deal after regaining form and minutes under Carrick, helped by De Ligt’s injury opening a route back into the starting side. United are said to be discussing a compromise on salary and contract length, with Maguire keen to stay. External interest is mentioned from Milan and Al-Qadsiah, meaning United may act quickly to avoid losing a senior centre-back for free.

Flamengo President Plays Down Vinícius Return Talk

11 February 2026

Vinícius Júnior
February 2026

Flamengo’s president outlined a cautious stance on re-signing Vinícius as speculation builds around his Madrid future. The forward’s deal is described as nearing its final year, with past reports of friction and delayed renewal talks. The piece says Vinícius is more open to renewing after Alonso’s departure, while Arbeloa publicly distanced himself from contract matters. Flamengo’s sporting director joked about a free return if the contract runs down, but the president position is framed as non-committal for now.