Merino brands Caicedo tackle “horrible” after Arsenal rescue point

1 December 2025

Moises Caicedo
December 2025

Mikel Merino described Moises Caicedo’s studs-up challenge on his ankle as a “horrible” tackle that he always believed warranted a red card, recalling how his joint bent awkwardly and admitting he was relieved to avoid serious injury before later heading Arsenal’s equaliser. Initially booked, Caicedo saw his punishment upgraded after Anthony Taylor consulted the pitchside monitor and ruled the excessive-force challenge endangered Merino’s safety, with the Spaniard revealing he did not speak to the midfielder afterwards and stressing that mobility and luck prevented a potentially much worse outcome.

Maresca fumes over Hincapie elbow after Caicedo sending off

1 December 2025

Piero Hincapie
December 2025

Enzo Maresca argued Piero Hincapie should have been sent off for elbowing Trevoh Chalobah under the eye, criticising what he sees as inconsistent refereeing after Moises Caicedo was correctly dismissed for a dangerous tackle and referencing previous leniency shown to Rodrigo Bentancur against Chelsea. Hincapie received only a yellow following VAR review on the aerial clash that left Chalobah with visible facial swelling, while Caicedo’s studs-up lunge on Mikel Merino was upgraded to red, prompting Maresca to accept the dismissal but demand clarity on why similar high and reckless challenges are judged differently week to week.

Fernandes hails “great player” Mount after Palace winner

1 December 2025

Mason Mount
December 2025

Bruno Fernandes praised Mason Mount’s quality and mentality after the midfielder scored a low, late winner at Selhurst Park, insisting his team-mates never doubted him despite a difficult start at United marked by injuries, patchy form and limited goals or assists. Trailing to a Jean-Philippe Mateta penalty, United’s midfield surged after half-time, with Fernandes creating both second-half goals and combining smartly from a free-kick for Mount’s decisive strike, which he hopes will trigger a sustained revival for a player Ruben Amorim already values for his movement and finishing threat.

Deco explains why Rashford is thriving away from Old Trafford

1 December 2025

Marcus Rashford
December 2025

Deco says Rashford “suffered” under the weight of being a homegrown leader at a struggling Manchester United, arguing that a reset at Barcelona, where expectations are shared more evenly across the squad, has allowed the forward to relax and rediscover his attacking instincts. The sporting director highlights United’s chaotic rebuild over the last five years and insists Barca specifically targeted Rashford’s versatility across the front line, adding that his desire to wait for their financial situation to clear so a loan with option to buy was possible shows how badly he wanted the move

Premier League set for clampdown on ‘timeout’ keeper injuries

1 December 2025

IFAB lawmakers
December 2025

Lawmakers are exploring changes to stop goalkeepers going down for treatment to create de-facto timeouts and tactical huddles, closing a loophole that has grown since outfield players were forced to leave the pitch briefly after physio interventions. Proposals include forcing a nominated outfield player to leave the field for 30 seconds whenever a goalkeeper receives treatment, or banning players from approaching the touchline during such stoppages, with the “outfield player off” option gathering support after Farke’s criticism of Manchester City’s use of the tactic.

Amorim calls out anxious Dorgu and demands calm

30 November 2025

Patrick Dorgu
November 2025

Ruben Amorim has publicly challenged Patrick Dorgu, saying the 21 year old looks more composed and decisive for Denmark than at Manchester United and admitting he feels “anxiety every time Patrick touches the ball” as the full back continues to struggle for rhythm in a new role. Signed mid season from Lecce and used as a wing back in a 3 4 3, Dorgu has been blamed for lapses in boxes, with Amorim citing a miss against Everton and insisting he must relax, cope with pressure and will get time to develop alongside Diogo Dalot in a still evolving system.

Liverpool’s Guehi gamble invites Atletico raid

30 November 2025

Marc Guehi
November 2025

Liverpool are ready to revive their pursuit of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, but now face strong competition from Atletico Madrid and other European clubs, with the defender having turned down new terms and able to sign a pre contract with foreign sides from 1 January. A £35m transfer collapsed on deadline day when Palace pulled out without a replacement, a call now haunting Liverpool as defensive injuries and missed targets like Martin Zubimendi and Leny Yoro stack up, while Atleti can tempt Guehi with a free move next summer and secure Champions League football.

Manchester United weigh huge move for unsettled Valverde

30 November 2025

Federico Valverde
November 2025

Manchester United are preparing an offer of around £87 million for Federico Valverde as they chase a flagship midfield signing, encouraged by reports of a recent bust up with Xabi Alonso that has left the Uruguayan more open than before to the idea of leaving Real Madrid. Real are expected to demand close to £100m or point to his release clause, while United must persuade a two time Champions League winner and vice captain, who prides himself on playing any role for the team, to leave a dominant side and front a rebuild without guaranteed Champions League football.

Thomas Frank blasts Spurs fans for booing Vicario

30 November 2025

Thomas Frank
November 2025

Tottenham’s grim November continued with a 2-1 home defeat to Fulham, leaving them with one win from six games this month and three straight losses, after another defensive collapse saw them concede twice inside six minutes and fail to overhaul the early damage. Vicario’s dreadful error for Fulham’s second goal triggered loud boos from sections of the home crowd, prompting Frank to brand jeering during play “unacceptable” and claim those supporters are not “true Tottenham fans,” arguing criticism should wait until full time while the team fights on the pitch.

Vicario horror mistake deepens Spurs’ early Fulham nightmare

30 November 2025

Guglielmo Vicario (Tottenham Hotspur)
November 2025

With Spurs already 1–0 down to Kenny Tete’s early strike, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario badly misjudged a dash from his area, miscontrolling on his weaker foot and gifting possession that led directly to Fulham’s second, a blunder that saw him savaged across social media. Chasing Raul Jimenez toward the corner flag, Vicario lost control under pressure, then sliced a clearance straight to Josh King, who calmly squared for Harry Wilson to curl into an empty net. The Italian appeared to shout at team mates rather than immediately apologise, a reaction that further inflamed online criticism on a damaging night for his confidence.