Chelsea's loan army and youth fire sales expose a hollow strategy: the academy exists to balance books, not build a team. The Kounde chase proves it.

Manchester City's rivals demand immediate punishment, but the appeal process makes a mockery of the season. The Premier League's credibility is at stake.

Thomas Frank's side have a glaring weakness that no amount of set-piece wizardry can mask. It's time to address the elephant in the room.

Manchester City's Premier League rivals are demanding sanctions, including title-stripping, before the season ends, with clubs threatening damages claims and legal costs mounting.

Etihad Airways considers legal action against the Premier League after Man City's guilty verdict, saying it was never consulted and the findings have damaged its reputation.

Chelsea eye Jules Kounde with Liverpool, Man Utd, Arsenal, Man City and Bayern Munich also informed as Barcelona prepare to cash in on the £51m defender.

Senior football figures tell BBC Sport Manchester City's punishment must be decided before the season ends. Appeal expected this week after £900m breach verdict.

Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Hull City goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis as a potential replacement for Antonin Kinsky. The 23-year-old has impressed with an 81% save success rate this season.

If Man City are stripped of their 2009-2018 titles, Man Utd could gain two Premier League crowns and Liverpool one, but the league may leave them vacant.

Manchester City found guilty of all serious Premier League financial charges. Points deduction, fine, transfer ban or expulsion possible; appeal deadline Friday. EFL return would mean League Two unless clubs vote otherwise.

Pep Guardiola has publicly backed Manchester City after the club were found guilty on all Premier League financial charges, saying 'we will get through this together'.

Man City have until Friday to appeal their guilty verdict. Sky Sports' Kaveh Solhekol explains the 12-week timeline, potential EFL admittance and more.

Jan Paul van Hecke left Netherlands training after just seven minutes in Zeist, deepening Tottenham's injury concerns. Pedro Porro, Dejan Kulusevski and Mykhailo Mudryk already out.

Tottenham are tracking Hull City goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis after his impressive Premier League start, with doubts over Antonin Kinsky. Liverpool and Real Madrid also circle.

Chelsea are monitoring Como midfielder Lucas Da Cunha after his France call-up and Belgium start, but a new five-year contract hands Como the advantage.

Man City are guilty of Premier League financial rule breaches. Appeal deadline Friday. Relegation or expulsion possible. Criminal investigation questions grow.

Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are monitoring a £20m Hull City star, according to reports. Stay ahead of the transfer window with the latest updates and analysis.

Man City found guilty of all Premier League financial charges; Soriano calls it a 'conspiracy theory', club to appeal by Friday, and potential sanctions include points deduction and expulsion.

Pep Guardiola has issued a defiant message to Manchester City after the club was found guilty of financial breaches. The club will appeal the verdict.

Tottenham could seek £50m in compensation from Man City, with Liverpool, Man Utd and Arsenal also reserving their position. The financial fallout could reach nine figures.

Tottenham are tracking Jules Kounde as Bayern Munich weigh a move for the Barcelona defender. Bayern must sell Kim Min-jae first, with Spurs and Aston Villa keen.

Micah Richards says he felt 'absolutely devastated' after Manchester City were found guilty of sham contracts worth over £830m in secret funding.

Independent commission finds Man City's commercial deals were 'sham' schemes to inflate revenues by over £900m, with sanction stage now to decide points deductions or worse.

Manchester United step up interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as Jason Wilcox plans a January move. Sesko injury concerns force United's hand.

Jamie Carragher says Manchester City should be stripped of their titles and their owners removed from English football after financial breach ruling. He also reveals concern for City's players.

Bayern Munich are not pursuing Jordan Pickford, with the Everton goalkeeper reportedly not part of their succession plan. Everton have no intention of selling.

Liverpool reportedly join Chelsea in the race to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, valued at £43m, with the Cherries planning a new contract including a release clause.

Real Madrid are reportedly among the clubs linked with Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, whose contract expires in 2027, with no renewal offer presented yet.

Manchester City found guilty of all Premier League financial charges after a £830m disguised funding scheme hid owner payments for nine seasons, with witnesses accused of lying.

Manchester City found guilty of Premier League charges over a £1.2bn transfer spend and £830m inflated accounts, sparking talk of an 'asterisk era' and possible sanctions.

Man Utd have expressed interest in signing Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta in January, with the 6ft 4in forward ready to move to Old Trafford.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Eintracht Frankfurt forward Younes Ebnoutalib after his five-goal start. Brighton and Everton also monitoring.

Hull City stalwart repaying huge faith as he prepares for biggest battle yet, according to Yahoo. Premier League news for Tigers fans.

Hull City’s £55m loan was approved by the Independent Football Regulator, according to City AM. Get the concrete facts on the ‘strange’ deal.

Chemsdine Talbi's delightful dink gave dominant Sunderland a 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Hull City, according to Sky Sports. Full match report and reaction.

Hull City won 1-0 at Coventry on 29 August 2026, according to the ESPN final score. Full match facts, key details and what happens next for the Tigers.

Hull City transfer news: Sunderland winger gathering EFL Championship interest, according to The 4th Official. Should Le Bris cut him loose?

The Premier League found Man City guilty of 115 charges, yet the real scandal is how FFP allows clubs to profit from breaching rules. The punishment must fit the crime.

While City's financial scandal dominates headlines, one player has quietly held their midfield together. His name isn't Rodri, and that's the problem.

Man City's academy has become a monetisation engine, not a first-team pathway. The verdict only accelerates the shift from trophies to balance sheets.

Manchester City were found guilty of 100+ breaches yet may escape meaningful sanction. The appeal isn't justice — it's a loophole the Premier League gifted them.

Fulham's midfield is designed to suffocate opponents, but a structural flaw leaves them brutally exposed. A deep tactical dive into their hidden weakness.

Manchester City were told they had been found guilty of over 100 Premier League financial rule breaches in the summer, before spending heavily on transfers.

Manchester City face expulsion or a huge points deduction after being found guilty on all financial charges. Appeal deadline Friday. EFL re-entry path revealed.

Independent commission finds Man City guilty of serious Premier League financial breaches, including £830.69m inflated sponsorship and 'sham' deals. Appeal deadline Friday.

Real Madrid would be the most likely destination for Gianluigi Donnarumma if Manchester City face severe sanctions and must sell, according to reports. City are still fighting the verdict.

Chelsea and Arsenal are showing keen interest in signing Como defender Jacobo Ramon. The 6ft 5in Spaniard is valued at £39m and has a contract until 2030.

Manchester City found guilty of all Premier League financial rule breaches between 2009-10 and 2017-18. Club has until Friday to appeal. Full reaction here.

Manchester United are not planning to replace Michael Carrick with Eddie Howe, according to The Telegraph. INEOS believe the squad needs more time after summer midfield changes.

Jeremy Jacquet shone on his senior France debut vs Belgium, earning an 8/10 rating from Ouest-France. Full stats, quotes and analysis of the Liverpool defender's display.