Ligue 1

Don Hutchison has lambasted West Ham’s Guido Rodriguez. Photo by Patrick Khachfe/Getty Images Former West Ham ace, Don Hutchison, hasn’t held back in his criticism of new signing, Guido Rodriguez, and he lambasted the player after his Spurs showing at the weekend. If there’s one fixture that Hammers fans want to win above all others, it seems to be those …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Thomas Tuchel (Photos by Mike Hewitt, Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Thomas Tuchel reportedly held talks with Manchester United, but it’s felt that arguing about transfers was a crucial factor in him favouring the England job, where this won’t be an issue. Tuchel was the top target for Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, but the German tactician …

Players are unlikely to promote the FIFA Club World Cup. Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images The newly-expanded FIFA Club World Cup continues to cause controversy, not helped by Gianni Infantino’s recent announcement that Inter Miami were not only going to be part of the 32-team tournament, but they would be considered the host club into the bargain. There’s an inescapable …

Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock is reportedly causing real frustration behind the scenes at St James’ Park after his inconsistent form and lack of impact when he’s been given a chance by Eddie Howe. Willock was initially a key player for the Magpies when he joined from Arsenal and made a great start to life at the club, though it’s …

Julen Lopetegui and West Ham players (Photos by Marc Atkins, Alex Broadway/Getty Images) There’s already some slightly surprising West Ham transfer news ahead of January as a new striker could be a priority to replace flop summer addition Niclas Fullkrug. The Hammers brought Fullkrug in after his fine form for Borussia Dortmund last season, but he’s had injury troubles since …

Chelsea are blackmailing Josh Acheampong. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images Chelsea are playing with fire again this season, after it was revealed that they’re blackmailing their young star, Josh Acheampong, into signing a new deal. According to The Athletic (subscription required), the 18-year-old has been told by the club that he won’t play for their first team or development squad …

Arsenal want Oliwier Zych as back-up to David Raya. Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images There’s no doubt that David Raya remains Arsenal’s No.1 under Mikel Arteta, but the Gunners are still searching for decent back-up for the Spanish custodian. That’s not to suggest that Neto isn’t good enough to cover his contemporary, however, it’s known that his tenure at the …

Castello Lukeba has been linked with Chelsea (Photo by Juergen Schwarz/Getty Images) RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba is set to sign a new contract despite also being on the radar of Chelsea and Real Madrid, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Lukeba has shone in the Bundesliga and looks like he’d be a fine signing for Chelsea and other top …

Mykhailo Mudryk at Arsenal’s game against Shakhtar Donetsk (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk was spotted at the Arsenal game against Shakhtar Donetsk at the Emirates Stadium last night, and his presence has caused quite a stir online. Mudryk notably came close to joining Arsenal before ending up at Stamford Bridge instead as Chelsea hijacked the deal …

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly showing an interest in the potential transfer of Chelsea left-back Ben Chilwell, while they also have Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez on their list in that position. Dortmund could probably do with signing a new left-back after they had Ian Maatsen on loan from Chelsea last season, though the Dutchman didn’t end up staying with the club this …