Author: Joe Soriano

Manchester United have already landed a big fish at striker in this year's transfer window, signing Bologna breakout star Joshua Zirkzee to pair with another young former Serie A standout in Rasmus Hojlund. Among Marcus Rashford, Zirkzee, and Hojlund, Manchester United should, in theory, be strong offensively next season in what is a make-or-break year for Erik ten Hag after buying himself a season to prove himself to INEOS. Manchester United may not be done with acquiring strikers, though, as the Evening Standard reports that the Red Devils have begun holding talks with Brentford for a deal for star striker Ivan Toney. Previously linked to Tottenham and Arsenal, Toney has most recently drawn significant interest from another London-based powerhouse, Chelsea, who are preferentiall...

Liverpool have one of the most talented attacking lines in the Premier League with the duo of Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz on the wings, Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo operating as wingers, and Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota bringing two very different skill sets at the 9. But Liverpool could use one more difference-maker, preferably someone who can create chances from the wings and provide quality depth for either Salah or the Diaz/Gakpo tandem on the left. For the most part, Liverpool have been quiet during the summer 2024 transfer window, with the only major signing being talented young goalkeeper Giorgio Mamardashvili as Alisson Becker's heir. According to a new report from French outlet L'Equipe, Liverpool have made a recent approach for Lyon forward Rayan Cherki, who has been...

Arsenal were mostly strongly linked to attacking targets when the summer 2024 transfer window began, but, to this point, the Gunners have yet to sign a forward despite the need for a starting striker and depth on the wings. They have, of course, made two notable signings in midfielder Mikel Merino and defender Riccardo Calafiori, both of whom figure to be among the best in their positions in the Premier League this season. Although the striker position has largely been viewed as the most pressing need for Arsenal, with the Gunners lacking an out-and-out goal-scoring No. 9, Mikel Arteta and Co. seem to be favoring additional winger options more. There's a trend of elite clubs in the Premier League loading up on wingers, with Manchester City adding Savio to their talented group this...

Chelsea have spent over 100 million euros on new forwards Pedro Neto and Joao Felix, who both combined for a goal in the Blues' statement-making 6-2 drubbing of Wolves. That win could set the tone for the rest of the season to follow, as Chelsea now have high hopes that new manager Enzo Maresca can bring out the best in what is a very talented squad. Chelsea could be adding more top talent to the attack, too, with interest in star strikers Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney, but the Blues are also seemingly intent on further stockpiling their wide forward options. They have joined Juventus with serious interest in Manchester United superstar winger Jadon Sancho, who is capable of starting on the left or the right side of the attack. Chelsea have been hoping to complete a swap deal w...

Celtic sold their most talented attacking player, playmaker Matt O'Riley, to Brighton, and they are now in the market for some more signings to fortify Brendan Rodgers' squad for the Scottish Premiership and Champions League seasons. One area Celtic want to improve is their attack after losing O'Riley by signing a forward who can bring the goals to the table that they will be missing after selling the 23-year-old to the English Premier League. According to a report from Newsquest reporter Bobby Manzi, Celtic are interested in reuniting with star striker Odsonne Edouard, who currently plays for Crystal Palace. Edouard will become available now, because Palace have acquired Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah for around 30 million pounds, which will make him the new No. 9 of choice for th...

Chelsea have been in the market for a new striker ever since the summer 2024 transfer window opened, as Nicolas Jackson had an uneven first season at Stamford Bridge. Napoli star Victor Osimhen has long been heralded as the ideal No. 9 for Chelsea, having led all players in Serie A in goals during the 2022/23 season before sliding back a bit in 2023/24 due to injuries. Osimhen's recent injury record, wages, and transfer cost have caused Chelsea to cool their interest in the world-class No. 9, and they have actually spent more resources signing wide forwards. However, Chelsea are circling back to a striker signing in the final days of the summer transfer window, and while many expected that striker to be Osimhen, it looks like the Blues are going for another No. 9 they were linked ...