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Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman has arrived in Spain ahead of the completion of his proposed transfer to Atlético Madrid. The two clubs have already reached an agreement for the 28-year-old Nigerian international, paving the way for Lookman to travel to Madrid to finalise the move. With negotiations concluded at club level, only formalities remain before the transfer is officially confirmed. Atletico Madrid confirmed Lookman’s arrival in the Spanish capital on Monday, indicating that the deal is now at its final stage. In a brief statement, the LaLiga side revealed that all that is left is the player’s medical examination and…

The Opta Supercomputer has further strengthened Arsenal’s position as overwhelming favourites to win the Premier League title following Manchester City’s failure to secure maximum points against Tottenham Hotspur. Pep Guardiola’s side were held to a 2-2 draw by Spurs on Sunday, a result that dealt a significant blow to City’s title defence and handed Arsenal another major boost in the race for the crown. The draw came just days after the Gunners had delivered a statement performance with a crushing 4-0 victory over Leeds United. According to the latest projections from the Opta Supercomputer, Arsenal now have a staggering 91.01…

Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has warned Blues head coach Liam Rosenior against starting Alejandro Garnacho in next week’s Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg clash against Arsenal. Burley made the comments following Chelsea’s dramatic comeback win over West Ham United at Stamford Bridge. The Blues went into the break 2-0 down and were booed off by supporters, but the mood inside the stadium changed completely after Enzo Fernández scored the winning goal deep into stoppage time. Since replacing Enzo Maresca, Rosenior has made an immediate impact at the club, recording six wins from his first seven matches in charge. His second-half…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. In a dramatic turn during the winter transfer window, Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman is on the brink of completing a high-profile move to Atlético Madrid from Italian side Atalanta. The transfer, valued at €40 million, marks a significant acquisition for the Spanish club as they bolster their attacking options under manager Diego Simeone. According to reliable transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal has reached the “here we go” stage, signaling that all key agreements are in place. The package includes a fixed fee of €35 million, with an additional €5 million in performance-based add-ons payable to Atalanta.…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Arsenal brushed aside any lingering doubts from recent performances with a dominant 4-0 victory over Leeds United at Elland Road, moving seven points clear at the top of the Premier League table. Despite a pre-match setback that saw star winger Bukayo Saka sidelined by an injury during the warm-up, Mikel Arteta’s side showed their depth and resilience. Noni Madueke, who stepped into the starting lineup as a late replacement, proved to be the architect of the Gunners’ success in a performance that haunted the Leeds defense. Early Pressure and The Breakthrough The match began with a frantic…

Chelsea are stepping up efforts to sign Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, with two members of their current squad expected to depart Stamford Bridge before the January transfer window shuts. Reports from Sky Sports News indicate that Jacquet has already expressed a strong desire to join the Premier League side. The 19-year-old is understood to be open to a move to west London, with Chelsea now working to determine whether a deal can be finalised immediately or delayed until the summer transfer window. Negotiations between Chelsea and Rennes are said to be ongoing, with both clubs weighing the terms of a…

Rivers United technical adviser, Finidi George, has declared that anything short of victory will be unacceptable when his side faces Zambian outfit Power Dynamos in the CAF Champions League. The Pride of Rivers will host Power Dynamos in a Matchday 4 Group A encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Sunday. Speaking ahead of the crucial clash, Finidi stressed the importance of maximum points, insisting his players must back up their words with action on the pitch. “We don’t need to talk too much. What matters is going out there, putting in the hard work, and getting the…

Arsenal have officially announced that young midfielder Will Sweet has completed a loan move to Dagenham & Redbridge, where he will remain until February 26. The North London club confirmed the temporary transfer via a statement published on their official website on Saturday, just hours before their Premier League encounter with Leeds United. Sweet, who linked up with Arsenal’s academy in May 2015, put pen to paper on his first professional contract in July 2025. The 19-year-old is now set for his first taste of senior football away from the Emirates. He has already settled in with his new side…

Dutch coach Simon Kalika has expressed strong disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the tournament will miss the excitement the Super Eagles usually bring. Kalika believes the absence of Nigeria, one of Africa’s most recognised football nations, will significantly reduce the spectacle of the global showpiece. The World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, will take place without the Super Eagles for the second straight time. According to the Dutch tactician, the situation is particularly frustrating given the quality available in Nigeria’s current squad.…

Nigeria’s Falconets will face Senegal in Abeokuta after the venue for the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup third-round qualifier was changed. The encounter will now take place at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta, instead of the Lekan Salami Stadium in Adamasinga, Ibadan, where it was initially scheduled. The Nigeria Football Federation made the request for a venue switch following concerns over the poor condition of the Ibadan pitch. Moses Aduku’s side had arrived in Ibadan from Abuja last week as part of their build-up to the two-legged tie. However, the team is expected to…