Steve Pearson

Leeds

Sports Journalist at TEAMtalk

Journalist @TEAMtalk ~ Graduate @LeedsTrinity @LFC / @LeedsRhinos / @Yankees

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Articles

Liverpool news: Romano confirms Reds will move for Dutch ace if plan A fails

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Liverpool will look into a move for an extremely highly-rated Netherlands international if denied their plan A signing, according to Fabrizio Romano. Liverpool cruised to the Premier League title in Arne Slot’s first season in charge despite a lack of transfer activity. The Reds signed just one outfield player in Slot’s first two windows at the helm and unfortunately for Federico Chiesa, his impact has been negligible.
History-making manager chosen to replace Postecoglou

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Fabio Paratici has ‘recommended’ Tottenham appoint a history-making manager who has been ‘lined up’ by the club if they sack Ange Postecoglou, according to a report. Paratici’s worldwide suspension from football stemming from alleged financial irregularities dating back to his time at Juventus will conclude in July. Paratici joined Tottenham as director of football in 2021 before the ban was handed down in 2023.
Man Utd to seal THREE attacker signings with choice between Mbeumo and Semenyo made

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Manchester United intend to make three major additions to their forward line, and with deals one and two already lined up, the club have now chosen between Antoine Semenyo and Bryan Mbeumo for signing number three. A monumental summer window is on the horizon at Old Trafford, with Man Utd giving Ruben Amorim freedom to reshape his squad in his image. Winning the Europa League will go a long way to determining the scope and scale of United’s plans.
Man City stunned as Bayern Munich agree terms with superstar and prep €100m bid

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Bayern Munich are primed to demolish Manchester City’s grand transfer plans after agreeing personal terms with a superstar attacker, and a €100m / £85m bid is now on the way, according to a report. Man City are wrestling with how to replace an all-time great. Kevin De Bruyne is leaving the club and after admitting his surprise at NOT being offered an extension, has no plans to hang up his boots. Claims Liverpool have put an offer to the Belgian maestro have been debunked.
Why Arsenal are concerned despite 'full agreement'

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Arsenal have struck a ‘full agreement’ with Martin Zubimendi on personal terms and now intend to activate his €60m release clause, though a top reporter has outlined why The Gunners are concerned. Arsenal laid the groundwork for the signing of the Spanish midfield maestro at the back end of 2024 and into early 2025. The Daily Mail led the way back in January, revealing Arsenal had put the pieces in place to sign Zubimendi in the upcoming summer.
Arsenal news: 'close' to finalising second summer signing with arrival count to hit four

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Arsenal are ‘close’ to sealing their second signing of the summer, while Fabrizio Romano has confirmed two further additions ‘will’ be made. Despite falling short once again, Arsenal are firm in the belief they have the foundations and manager to deliver major trophies. TEAMtalk has been informed Mikel Arteta has complete and total backing from Arsenal’s decision-makers and the Spaniard will be provided with a series of impactful new signings this summer.
Deal crumbles as rival suitor enter 'concrete' talks

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Manchester United have a mountain to climb if they’re to seal a deal for a title-winning star who is now in ‘concrete negotiations’ with a rival suitor, and TEAMtalk has exclusively learned one reason behind the expected failure. Man Utd aim to make a plethora of impactful additions this summer, with Ruben Amorim given his first real shot at overhauling the squad he inherited. Matheus Cunha has been lined up for one of the two No 10 spots behind the striker.
Marcus Rashford: Dream transfer that stings Man Utd is ON

5 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

The one club Marcus Rashford wants to join above all others ARE interested in signing the forward, though why that’s bad news for Manchester United has been revealed. Rashford does not have a future back at Man Utd even if Aston Villa don’t take up their option to buy. That option is set at £40m and Unai Emery’s side are interested, though whether they bite the bullet is expected to depend on securing Champions League qualification.
Man Utd transfer U-turn confirmed after 'coaching staff' intervene

6 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Manchester United have performed a U-turn on a transfer decision after the club’s coaching staff ‘pushed’ for a different outcome. Man Utd will be among the busiest clubs in the upcoming summer window, both from an arrivals and exits perspective. A plethora of stars are up for sale, with permanent solutions sought for the likes of Jadon Sancho, Antony and Marcus Rashford, to name just three.
Fabrizio Romano confirms TWO signings

6 days ago | teamtalk.com | Steve Pearson

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed two signings Arsenal will make, and the trusted reporter has also shed light on the situations surrounding William Saliba and Dean Huijsen. Despite presiding over another trophyless season, TEAMtalk has been reliably informed whisperings Mikel Arteta could be axed are wide of the mark. On the contrary, Arsenal’s hierarchy have complete and total faith in the Spaniard and intend to back him in a big way in the summer transfer window.