In recent football news, Juventus is close to signing Alberto Costa from Vitoria Guimaraes, a move that would prevent Como, coached by Cesc Fabregas, from securing their target Iván. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur is showing a keen interest in a top Serie A left-back to aid Son Heung-min's return to form. West Ham has made a bid exceeding £30 million for a new forward to address their striker crisis under manager Graham Potter. In coaching news, Canada has appointed Lionesses legend Stoney as their new coach following the Paris 2024 Olympic spying scandal, replacing Bev Priestman.

The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool, postponed due to Storm Darragh, has been rescheduled. Martin Keown has advised Arsenal to sign a striker to enhance their attack and warned Kai Havertz of the competition.

Nottingham Forest, positioned six points behind Liverpool and refusing to be distracted by title talk, faces a critical match that could impact the Premier League standings. Elsewhere, Juventus and Tottenham have expressed renewed interest in PSG striker Randal Kolo Muani, signaling a potential transfer battle.

In transfer dealings, Leicester City has secured the signature of Parma defender Woyo Coulibaly. Chelsea is negotiating with Borussia Dortmund over a loan for midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka. Arsenal's search for a forward continues amidst suggestions linking them with several targets, including Isak and Osimhen, as they look to bolster their goal-scoring capabilities.