Ste McGovern

Freelance Sport Journalist at Freelance

Freelance sports writer • Ex-subeditor at Reach • Love Fulham, hate fascism • Pronouns: comrade ☭🇵🇸🏳️‍⚧️ find me on Bluesky

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The Premier League transfer stories to watch this week

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

The transfer window has only been open a few days, but Premier League clubs have been moving quickly to get business done before it closes again. Only six days remain in the first part of this summer’s bifurcated window, so we’ve picked out a few of the deals that seem primed to pick up pace this week. The Premier League transfer stories to watch this weekBryan Mbeumo to Man UtdIf there’s one thing Manchester United are targeting this summer, it’s Premier League experience.
Everton eye first Liverpool signing in 33 years

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Everton are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool youngster Ben Doak – three decades on from the last time they bought a player from their Merseyside rivals. The Scotland international spent the 2024/25 campaign on loan with Middlesbrough, but hasn’t played a game since January due to a thigh injury. Doak has since made a full recovery after undergoing surgery and is ready to get a full pre-season under his belt this summer.
Kelleher reveals why leaving Liverpool was an easy decision

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Caoimhin Kelleher says the decision to leave Liverpool was not a “very difficult” one as it was the right time to move one. The Republic of Ireland international signed for Brentford on Tuesday for an initial transfer fee of £12.5 million, which could rise to £18m if performance-related add-ons are met. After joining the Reds as a teenager, Kelleher stayed at Anfield for a decade, making 64 appearances in all competitions.
Leverkusen signing paves way for £18m Liverpool transfer

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Bayer Leverkusen have completed the signing of Mark Flekken, paving the way for Brentford to sign Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool in the summer transfer window. The Dutch goalkeeper leaves the Bees after two years at the club, moving for a transfer fee in the region of £11 million (€13m) inclusive of add-ons. Brentford signed Flekken for a similar amount from SC Freiburg in 2023 and he went on to keep 14 clean sheets in 74 Premier League starts.
Nigeria boss says Osimhen could join Chelsea or Man United

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Nigeria national team manager Eric Chelle says that Chelsea and Manchester United are possible destinations for Victor Osimhen in the summer transfer window. The Napoli striker is expected to leave Italy after failing to get a permanent move away last year, instead joining Galatasaray on a season-long loan deal. Antonio Conte signed Romelu Lukaku as a replacement as the Partenopei went on to win their second Scudetto in three seasons.
Federico Chiesa hints at possible Liverpool exit

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Federico Chiesa has not ruled out the possibility of leaving Liverpool and returning to Italy in the summer transfer window. The forward won the Premier League after signing for the Reds last August, moving from Juventus for a £10 million transfer fee. The 27-year-old struggled for gametime, though, with early season fitness issues restricting him to just one top-flight start all season under manager Arne Slot.
Chelsea 'approach' AC Milan over Mike Maignan transfer

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Chelsea have reportedly approached AC Milan over the possibility of signing goalkeeper Mike Maignan in the summer transfer window. The France international, considered one of the best in the world in his position, has been a key player for the Rossoneri since moving to the San Siro from Lille four years ago. However, his contract expires in 2026 and there has been little movement on a new deal, which may force the Italian giants into a sale this summer.
Chelsea could pursue £50m transfer following Sancho decision

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Chelsea could make a move for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens after deciding not to sign Jadon Sancho on a permanent transfer. The Blues won’t be using the £25 million obligation to sign the 25-year-old from Manchester United following the conclusion of his loan deal. Chelsea will instead pay a £5m penalty to get out of the deal, meaning Sancho will return to Old Trafford at the end of the month after they were unable to agree personal terms with the player.
Man United prioritise four positions in transfer window

4 days ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

Man United are prioritising four positions in the summer transfer window as Ruben Amorim goes about reshaping his playing squad. The Red Devils are eager to strengthen the team following their worst ever Premier League campaign, finishing 15th in the table with 42 points. United may have missed out on the riches that come with Champions League football after losing the Europa League final to Spurs last month, but they are still willing to spend big ahead of next season.
Every record PSG broke or equalled in Champions League final

1 week ago | thefootballfaithful.com | Ste McGovern

PSG won the Uefa Champions League for the first time ever in historic fashion as they hammered Inter Milan in Munich. It wasn’t just a beating, it was a non-stop, merciless battering of their opponents, leaving no doubt as to who were the deserving winners of this season’s tournament. After Marseille in 1993, they are the second French outfit to win the Champions League and, unsurprisingly, set a few records while doing so, so we’ve picked them all out for you here.