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Liverpool return to Anfield for their first Premier League home game of 2026-27, with Nottingham Forest their opponents. The post Van Dijk wants ‘reaction’, not panic at Liverpool ahead of Forest test appeared first on SoccerNews.
Alejandro Balde has been the subject of ongoing transfer rumors at FC Barcelona, but the Spanish left-back remains confident in his desire to stay at the club and compete for his place this season. In recent days, rumors surrounding a potential exit for Alejandro Balde from FC Barcelona gained momentum. However, the defender has now confirmed his desire to stay and fight for his place in the squad. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick recently stated that he only wants players who are “100% committed” to the club. His words appeared aimed at Balde, who was reportedly exploring transfer options earlier in the window. Nevertheless, Balde has reconsidered his position. According to Fabrizio Romano, the left-back has informed Barcelona of his intention to remain and compete for squad minutes and a potential spot in the starting XI. Alejandro Balde faces fierce competition While Balde was once regarded as one of Barcelona’s premier young talents, injuries and inconsistent form have led the club to trust other options on the left flank. In Matchday 1 of the 2026–27 LaLiga season against Elche, Gerard Martin earned the start at left-back, while Balde was omitted entirely from Flick’s matchday squad. Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on with Alejandro Balde Currently, Balde finds himself pushed down the positional hierarchy. Joao Cancelo has returned to the club, providing top-tier versatility capable of playing left-back despite naturally favoring the right side. At present, Martin stands as the primary starter on the left side with Cancelo backing him up. On the right flank, La Masia rising star Xavi Espart has emerged as a key option alongside Jules Kounde, leaving Balde facing an uphill battle to regain Flick’s complete trust.
PSV have opened talks with NEC Nijmegen over a move for winger Sami Ouaissa, according to Voetbalzone, with the 21-year-old reportedly open to joining the Eredivisie champions. The move would come just months after PSV signed fellow NEC player Kodai Sano, and it is not the only offer on the table for Ouaissa this window. […] The post Sami Ouaissa: PSV, Feyenoord and Lille all chasing NEC Nijmegen winger appeared first on SoccerNews.
Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. Former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner got his first taste of action as Nottingham Forest head coach after succeeding sacked Vitor Pereira. A poor start for the Austrian, who brought FA Cup and Europa League success to Crystal Palace, losing 1-0 to a late Leeds United goal at the City Ground.
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