Tag: squad

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout
16 October 2026 Off

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout

By Total Football News

Martinez singled out the ‘technical director’ for criticism in Madrid.

There was no mention of Wilcox in his statement, although the former Leeds and Blackburn player, who was made United’s director of football in the aftermath of Dan Ashworth’s sacking in December 2024, was part of the discussions with Martinez that led to his latest statement on his conduct.

Wilcox is back in the spotlight, after also being targeted by

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Manchester City transfer news: Squad overhaul from a 650,000-strong database
24 September 2026 Off

Manchester City transfer news: Squad overhaul from a 650,000-strong database

By Total Football News

Anderson was an obvious signing for a top Premier League club.

The 23-year-old had developed into a key player for Nottingham Forest. An added appeal was the fact he is English, and had cemented his position in the national team.

City fought off other top clubs, including Manchester United, to sign him.

It would seem, on the face of it, a straightforward decision.

But the way City

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Arsenal starlet Max Dowman to link up with England senior squad after mass withdrawals – Paper Talk | Football News
21 September 2026 Off

Arsenal starlet Max Dowman to link up with England senior squad after mass withdrawals – Paper Talk | Football News

By Total Football News

The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday’s newspapers…

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Arsenal star Max Dowman, 16, in line to link up with England squad after mass withdrawals – The Sun

Manchester United falling behind the heavyweights of European football is the driving force behind JJ Gabriel’s desire to leave the club – Daily Mail

Russian Premier League clubs are reportedly in contact with Anthony Martial over signing the former Manchester

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Richarlison: Tottenham omit Brazil forward from Premier League squad
3 September 2026 Off

Richarlison: Tottenham omit Brazil forward from Premier League squad

By Total Football News

Richarlison has been left out of Tottenham‘s Premier League squad.

Spurs manager Roberto de Zerbi said last week the Brazil forward had asked to leave the club and he looked close to joining former club Everton before Tuesday’s transfer deadline, but a deal fell through.

The 29-year-old has now been left out the club’s squad to play in top-flight games for the first half of the season.

It is

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Tony Mowbray: Blackburn manager says owners want to ‘help’ improve squad
10 August 2026 Off

Tony Mowbray: Blackburn manager says owners want to ‘help’ improve squad

By Total Football News

Tony Mowbray said Blackburn Rovers owners Venky’s “want to help” as he seeks to sign a player who could add “magic dust” to his squad.

The 62-year-old was appointed manager this summer at Ewood Park for the second time and says the owners, who have had a turbulent relationship with supporters during their 16-year tenure, have given him positive signs.

The Championship side have brought in midfielder Moussa Baradji,

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Jack Stephens: Southampton defender says squad is ‘together’
7 August 2026 Off

Jack Stephens: Southampton defender says squad is ‘together’

By Total Football News

Southampton captain Jack Stephens says everyone at the club is “together” heading into the new season after an unprecedented ending to the last campaign with the Spygate scandal.

The defender has been at Saints since joining their academy in 2011 and has gone on to make 232 appearances for the first team.

The 32-year-old played 32 times last season under both Will Still and Tonda Eckert, and is hoping the

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Tonda Eckert: Southampton head coach on squad fitness
7 May 2026 Off

Tonda Eckert: Southampton head coach on squad fitness

By Total Football News

Southampton boss Tonda Eckert hopes his squad will be at “full strength” for their upcoming Championship play-off matches.

The Saints head coach said that he is “quite positive” defender Jack Stephens and midfielder Kuryu Matsuki will be available alongside a full squad for their games against Middlesbrough and a potential play-off final.

Club captain Stephens has not been available since April’s clash against Bristol City, and when asked if Matsuki

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