After a disappointing loss to Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool are reportedly eyeing Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, should the current Reds player depart for Real Madrid. With Kimmich having excelled as a defensive midfielder and even taking on the captain's armband, Liverpool are keeping a close eye on the situation and may make a move in the upcoming January transfer window.
As the transfer window opens, Premier League clubs are already hard at work securing new signings and making major changes. Manchester United is looking to offload players and bring in fresh talent with Ruben Amorim leading the way. Meanwhile, Liverpool is fighting to keep key players as their contracts near expiration. Across the league, teams like Arsenal and Bayern Munich are also looking to bolster their squads for a strong second half of the season. Stay updated with all the latest news and rumors throughout the day.
Bayer Leverkusen produces a dominant performance, led by Patrik Schick's four goals, to defeat Freiburg 5-1 and close the gap on Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich. The game was played under a somber atmosphere with players and fans paying tribute to the victims of the recent car attack in Magdeburg. Florian Wirtz, who missed a penalty earlier in the game, also played a crucial role in Leverkusen's victory with two assists. Schick's clinical finishing and Wirtz's creativity proved to be too much for Freiburg's keeper, Noah Atubolo, who had a good game despite conceding five goals.
Bayer Leverkusen ended 2024 on a high note, with a resounding 5-1 win against SC Freiburg. Striker Patrik Schick was the star of the match, scoring four goals to lead his team to their eighth consecutive victory. The win keeps Leverkusen in second place in the Bundesliga standings, only four points behind leaders Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, Freiburg remains in the middle of the table as they head into the winter break.
Bayern Munich dominated their match against Leipzig with a 5-1 victory while also breaking a long-standing Bundesliga record for the fastest goals scored. Even though Leipzig equalized barely a minute after Bayern's first goal, the pace didn't slow down for long. The win helped Bayern get back on track after a rocky run of losses and draws.
In a night marred by tragedy, Bayern Munich emerged victorious in a landslide win against RB Leipzig with Jamal Musiala scoring just 30 seconds into the game. As celebrations were overshadowed by a deadly car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, the club's traditional ceremony was shortened and followed by a minute of silence at the Allianz Arena. Despite the sombre mood, Bayern continue to maintain their seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga ahead of second-placed Bayer Leverkusen, who have a chance to close the gap in their game against Freiburg on Saturday.
With the January transfer window just two weeks away, Premier League teams are already preparing for potential deals. Manchester United eye Miguel Gutierrez and Diego Leon, while Liverpool must decide on extending contracts for Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Meanwhile, Chelsea's Mikel Arteta may also look to make moves in order to compete for the title. Juventus, however, have denied links to Bayern Munich's Joshua Zirkzee and are instead focused on bringing in Arek Milik. Stay updated with all the latest transfer news with Mirror Football.
Star forward Mohamed Salah scored his 50th Champions League goal and converted a penalty to secure a 1-0 win for Liverpool over Girona. This victory extends Liverpool's perfect record to six out of six in the competition. With this win, Liverpool will enter 2025 as the leaders in their group. In another match, France international Michael Olise's superb performance helped Bayern Munich secure a 5-1 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk while Jude Bellingham's heroics breathed life back into Real Madrid's campaign as they defeated Atalanta 3-2 in Bergamo.
Manchester United is seeking to secure a deal with Bayern Munich for Alphonso Davies in favour of Real Madrid. The team is experiencing the toll heavy injuries have caused their left-backs, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. However, the club has been dealt a blow by news of midfielder Davies’ high demands for a £10 million signing bonus and £240,000 weekly wage. Davies' agent has clarified contract and club rumours and states a new Bayern contract is also a possibility. With desperate need for a reliable replacement, United are scrambling to secure a deal for the Canadian star before Real Madrid.
In a 5-1 victory against Shakhtar Donetsk, Bayern Munich's Michael Olise proved his worth with two impressive goals. The French midfielder, who joined the German club from Crystal Palace earlier this summer, has already accumulated 10 goal contributions in his 15 Bundesliga appearances. However, it was his second goal in the 3rd minute of injury time that truly stood out, as Olise showed off his skills by dribbling past two players before charging into the penalty area and scoring a stunning goal from 45 yards out.