Russian approach, Hearts star set for exit plus Aberdeen, St Mirren and Motherwell updates
Your January 26 transfer window update from Not The Old Firm. There is news surrounding St Johnstone, Hearts, Aberdeen, St Mirren and Motherwell....
Russian club approach for 'powerful' Scottish Premiership star 'loved' by his manager
St Johnstone showed signs of life with a stirring late comeback to beat Motherwell yesterday. Being seven points adrift at the foot of the...
SPFL side in line for game changing windfall as top Scotland youth star closes in on dream move to Champions League club
HAMILTON ACCIES could land a six-figure cash boost after AS Monaco declared an interest in Scotland under-19 striker Ryan Oné.
The youngster...
Agent accused of using Arsenal’s interest to blackmail present club
Striker-searching Arsenal has been linked with a move for the in-form Costa Rican forward Manfred Ugalde, but reports from the Russian press cast...
Accusation of Arsenal and Manchester City being used in effort to ‘blackmail’ club over transfer
Arsenal and Manchester City have found themselves being used in an effort by Manfred Ugalde's agents to ‘blackmail' Spartak Moscow, according to...
Capello: "Juventus, perché Vlahovic non è entrato prima?"
Fabio Capello, ex allenatore di Milan, Roma, Juventus e Real Madrid, nonchè ex CT di Inghilterra e Russia, e attuale commentatore in tv, dai...
Roman Eremenko’s Scottish Premiership move dramatically CALLED OFF as panel rules on transfer for former £13MILLION man
ST JOHNSTONE’S move for Roman Eremenko has dramatically collapsed – after an SFA panel refused to endorse his work permit application.
Saints...
'Not the goal'- Paul Pogba confirms he rejected transfer to Russia as ex-Man Utd & Juventus star targets Champions League return
Paul Pogba has confirmed that he rejected a transfer offer from Russia while serving a doping ban, but he is targetting a Champions League return.
How Nottingham Forest took the ‘Chelsea approach’ to reach top four and exposed fine line between stupid and clever
AS two wise men once said, it’s such a fine line between stupid and, uh, clever.
This philosophical gem comes from the mockumentary — if you...
Arsenal should steer clear of signing Dusan Vlahovic - shocking Serie A transfer record shows why
Dusan Vlahovic has emerged as a January option for Arsenal – but history shows Mikel Arteta should think twice before making a move.
It is no...
Hearts accused of shortchanging club in January transfer deal as fuming chief slams ‘unacceptable’ bid
HEARTS have been accused of trying to buy Kazakhstan star Islam Chesnokov on the cheap after his club’s sports director claimed they would take him...
7 brilliant players who are simply too good to be playing in Russia
The ostracised Russian League still has some talent.
The post 7 brilliant players who are simply too good to be playing in Russia appeared first on...
Who is Tottenham’s new signing Antonin Kinsky and how tall is the Czech goalkeeper?
ANTONIN KINSKY is a Czech goalkeeper who signed for Tottenham Hotspur for a reported £12.5 million.
The star comes a footballing family, as his...
Pep Guardiola expected to move out of £8.5m family home that used to belong to Barcelona legend after ‘split from wife’
PEP GUARDIOLA is expected to move out of his £8.5MILLION family home after he and his wife reportedly split.
The Manchester City boss, who has...
Ukraine holds first football tournament for war-wounded amputees
Ukraine has held its first amputee football tournament, with teams made up of players chosen from among the thousands of Ukrainians who have lost...
The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Tuesday, January 14
Photo credit should read Chris Putnam/Future Publishing via Getty ImagesAussie Open 2025, BABY! good morning
And welcome to a very brief overview...
Second Serie A side ‘join January transfer hunt’ for Rangers star Cyriel Dessers
CYRIEL DESSERS didn’t make it off the Rangers bench for the second successive game as the Ibrox side surrendered further ground to Celtic at the...
Glam model handed suspended prison sentence for admitting making false rape claim against Arsenal target Theo Hernandez
A TV model has been handed a suspended prison sentence and fined after admitting she made a false rape claim against AC Milan defender Theo...
Russian model linked to Chelsea's failed drugs test star Mykhailo Mudryk appears to confirm relationship with ex-Premier League rival after 'DUMPING' the Blues winger
The Russian model linked to Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has seemingly confirmed her new romance with a former Premier League star.
Wilson Isidor is Sunderland's charismatic figurehead and a genuine ‘box office' player
Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty ImagesThe on-loan Frenchman has become a fan favourite at the Stadium of Light, and if he eventually...
Chelsea's banned star Mudryk ‘dumped by Russian model’ who jets off with ex-Prem star
Banned Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk has received another blow with him said to have been dumped by a Russian model who has headed on romantic break...
From Emerson Royal to Luka Modric but no Harry Kane - 59 ex-Tottenham players have won 200 trophies since 2008
Tottenham are just three matches away from lifting a first trophy in 16 years as a host of former stars continue to claim silverware.
Spurs host...
Banned Chelsea star Mudryk ‘dumped by Russian model’ as she ‘jets off on romantic getaway with ex-Premier League star’
CHELSEA star Mykhailo Mudryk has been handed more agony on top of his doping suspension.
The Ukrainian international has reportedly been “dumped”...
Mykhailo Mudryk dumped for USMNT star Weston McKennie by Russian model girlfriend as new couple rub salt in banned Chelsea winger's wounds by taking romantic skiing trip
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has reportedly been dumped by Violetta Bert, with the Russian model now dating USMNT star Weston McKennie.
Russian model linked to Chelsea's failed drugs test star Mykhailo Mudryk 'DUMPS HIM' - and jets off on holiday with an ex-Premier League rival
Mudryk, 24, is currently suspended from playing football after it was confirmed last month that he had tested positive for the banned substance...
Safonov’s father talks about his adaptation to PSG
Matvey Safonov, a 25-year-old Russian goalkeeper, was a surprise addition to Paris Saint-Germain’s 2024 summer...
How seas froze over and temperatures dropped to -22°C in Big Freeze of 1963
The Thames completely froze over (Picture: Getty/PA)Winter has well and truly arrived as Britain is set to be hit by a chilly cold snap with plenty...
Flop Prem star folds fashion brand with debts of nearly £300,000 after pundits blasted launch before huge game
FOOTBALLER Jesse Lingard has axed his fashion brand after piling up debts of nearly £300,000.
The former Man United star, who is currently...
Aleksey Bugaev: The story of the former Russian international who died fighting in Ukraine
Once one of the most talented defenders in Russia, Bugaev faced a long prison sentence for drug distribution
Aleksey Bugaev: Russian footballer's spiralling story ends with death in Ukraine
Once one of the most talented defenders in Russia, Bugaev opted to fight in war rather than serve long prison sentence
Faced with a severe shortage...
How Trump’s first year in White House will be shaped by one goal – and world will have to respect his new red lines
DONALD Trump’s first year back in the White House will have one main goal – and his success or failure will define the world’s future for the years...
How Trump's first year in White House will be shaped by one goal – and world will have to respect his new red lines
DONALD Trump’s first year back in the White House will have one main goal – and his success or failure will define the world’s future for the years...
King’s New Year Honours: Alan Hansen, David Moyes & Jackie Bird honoured as full Scots list revealed
FOOTIE legend Alan Hansen ended a rollercoaster year by netting an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours.
The Scotland and Liverpool hero was...
Jordan Larsson raises eyebrows after buying £1.3m luxury mansion as Celtic icon’s son gives major hint on his future
JORDAN LARSSON spent his early years travelling across Europe while his father Henrik played for some of the top clubs in the continent.
And...
Ex-Russia international footballer dies aged 43 fighting in Ukraine
His father confirmed the news Former Russia international footballer Aleksei Bugayev has died while fighting in the war between Russia...
The post...
Former Russia international footballer dies, aged 43, fighting in Ukraine - after joining Vladimir Putin's forces to escape 10-year prison sentence for drug smuggling
After his drug trafficking conviction, Aleksei Bugayev - who has been held in custody since November 2023 - pledged to fight for Putin's army in...
Former Russia footballer Aleksei Bugayev dies aged 43 fighting in Ukraine conflict
The defender was capped seven times by Russia and played at Euro 2004.
Ex-Russian Euros star killed in Ukraine war after signing up following prison sentence
Aleksei Bugayev, who played international football for Russia, has been killed in the Ukraine war, his father and agent have confirmed.
Russian football star killed in Ukraine after signing up to war to escape drugs conviction
Aleksei Bugayev, who was part of the Russia team that featured at Euro 2004, playing two games before later retiring from football in 2010, has...
Euros football star KILLED in Ukraine fighting for Putin – after signing up to war to escape 9.5-year drugs conviction
A FORMER Euros football star has been killed fighting in Ukraine.
Aleksei Bugayev, 43, signed up to battle for Putin after being handed a nine and...
Russia vows to retaliate after state media reportedly blocked on Telegram in EU
Moscow says the move is ‘censorship' and that it reserves the right to ‘respond in the same manner'. What we know on day 1,041
Russia has vowed to...
Ex-Man City star Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in as PRESIDENT of Georgia after ‘Putin helped his party rig election'
A FORMER footballer who played for Manchester City has been sworn in as the new President of Georgia
Mikheil Kavelashvili, 53, who played for the...
Ex-Man City star Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in as PRESIDENT of Georgia after ‘Putin helped his party rig election’
A FORMER footballer who played for Manchester City has been sworn in as the new President of Georgia
Mikheil Kavelashvili, 53, who played for...
Forget Risk, play Fantasy Football for Fascists: grudge matches, foul play and violent conduct guaranteed | Simon Tisdall
Leading FFF teams include Donald Trump's Mad Angry Geezers Athletic (Maga) and Vladimir Putin's Greater Russia United (GRU)
It's been a gloomy old...
The week around the world in 20 pictures
Russian airstrikes on Christmas Day, the aftermath of the fall of Assad, remembering the Indian Ocean tsunami and a Boxing Day swim in Scotland:...
Aston Villa in hunt for 'staggeringly brilliant' forward with £25 million release clause
The Villa target has scored 15 goals in 18 games in the top tier of Russian football so far this season
Unproven £25m Spartak Moscow striker told to steer clear of Arsenal and Manchester City
Spartak Moscow striker Manfred Ugalde has come into the spotlight this season for his brilliant displays for his club. As per reports from TBR...
On the road again with whistleblower and boy in back seat with big dreams
Fourteen years since lifting the lid on Russia’s doping scandal, Vitaly Stepanov still feels abandoned by Wada, but now has the nascent career of...
Former USMNT coach offers surprising take on Messi, Ronaldo's 2026 World Cup prospects
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue to shine for Argentina and Portugal, respectively, as they edge closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A...
Tyson Fury’s warrior rival Usyk was taught to fight with a knife by soldier dad & is haunted by missing final moments
IT’S the highly anticipated rematch that will see British boxing legend Tyson Fury attempt to unify the heavyweight titles.
Six months after the...
Tyson Fury's warrior rival Usyk was taught to fight with a knife by soldier dad & is haunted by missing final moments
IT’S the highly anticipated rematch that will see British boxing legend Tyson Fury attempt to unify the heavyweight titles.
Six months after the...
Vinnie Jones makes first appearance with new love five years after wife’s death
Vinnie Jones made his first public outing with his girlfriend Emma Ford earlier this week.
The former footballer was seen on the red carpet on...
Vinnie Jones makes first appearance with new love five years after wife's death
Vinnie Jones made his first public outing with his girlfriend Emma Ford earlier this week.
The former footballer was seen on the red carpet on...
Everton's new era under TFG offers chance of stability and ambition
Fans will be cautiously optimistic that American owners can avoid the errors which plagued Farhad Moshiri's reign
The Friedkin Group's takeover of...
Arsenal, Chelsea have 'strong interest' in 15-goal striker who's dominating goalscoring charts
Arsenal and Chelsea are the main clubs showing 'strong interest' in Costa Rica striker Manfred Ugalde, who is dominating the top goalscorers list...
Steidten’s €30 Million Knock-Back Is Good News For West Ham
Before the transfer window has even opened West Ham are receiving news back about potential bids for the much-needed striker. As per previous...
Newcastle cult hero insists he was faster than Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo in his prime
A former Newcastle star claims he was faster than Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his powers.
And he’s probably not wrong, as...
Why has Mykhailo Mudryk been suspended from playing football?
MYKHAILO MUDRYK has been struggling for premier league minutes this season – now he’s potentially looking at a lengthy ban from football.
Reports...
Drug that Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk allegedly took is same one Maria Sharapova was banned for
THE drug Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk is alleged to have taken is the same one that saw Maria Sharapova slapped with a lengthy ban from...
What is Meldonium? Mykhailo Mudryk tests positive for banned drug that Maria Sharapova ‘had to Google'
Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended after returning an adverse finding in a drugs test.
The Blues winger has tested positive...
Ukraine complain after graphic at FIFA 2026 draw omits Crimea
December 16 – FIFA has been criticised by Ukraine for an “unacceptable error” after it appeared to exclude Crimea as part of the country during...
Fifa ‘sincerely regret’ the ‘unacceptable’ error made in World Cup qualifying draw as they release full statement
FIFA chiefs have issued a grovelling apology to the Ukrainian FA for an “unacceptable” error they “sincerely regret” during the World Cup...
Mikheil Kavelashvili: From Manchester City to Georgia’s new president
Ex-footballer's appointment met with protests over Georgia's relationship with Russia
Former Manchester City footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili elected president of Georgia
The 53-year-old, who is pro-Russian and a vocal critic of the European Union, takes office after the Georgian Dream party won a contentious election
Former Premier League star controversially becomes Georgia president - amid accusations of vote rigging and his anti-Western, pro-Russian stance
A former Manchester City star became president of Georgia on Saturday, despite the controversial nature of his elevation to power.
Former Premier League footballer voted president of Georgia
A former Premier League footballer has been appointed president of Georgia amid heightening tensions over the country's relationship with Russia.
2026 World Cup: Neymar makes major announcement about his return to Brazil national team
Neymar has faced a series of injuries in recent years that have hindered his ability to maintain his place among the world’s best players. As he...
Don’t expect 2034 World Cup to be force for good in Saudi Arabia
Fifa and the FA hope tournament will be a catalyst for human rights and social change in the Gulf kingdom but oppressive ways of Russia, China and...
How to watch World Cup 2026 qualifying draw for FREE live and who can England face?
THE World Cup 2026 qualifying draw is taking place TODAY – and you can watch it for FREE.
The draw – which is for the European section of...
We’re so Chelsea-mad we’ve flown between two war zones to Chinese border to watch our team – and even eaten horse brains
DODGING war zones, tucking into horse brains and braving Arctic conditions, an away day in Kazakhstan is like no other.
Chelsea face Astana in...
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Bayern Munich predictions, odds and betting tips
Bayern Munich resume their Champions League game against Shakhtar Donetsk this week.
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Bayern Munich best bets
Bayern Munich...
Bayern Munich vs. Shakhtar Donetsk: Lineups, team news, injuries, and more!
Photo by Tom Weller/picture alliance via Getty ImagesThis is a great opportunity for rotational players to earn some minutes. After back-to-back...
Pep Guardiola has six word message for Jose Mourinho after Special One aimed ‘fairly and cleanly’ dig at City’s titles
PEP GUARDIOLA mounted a passionate defence of Manchester City after Jose Mourinho smeared his six Prem titles.
The Special One delivered a...
Gary Lineker names three contenders to succeed Harry Kane as England captain - with one the 'natural' pick to lead the Three Lions
Kane captained England to the World Cup semi-finals in Russia, before leading the nation at three further major tournaments, and is expected to...
We won't celebrate France’s woes as they did ours – Britain has plenty of its own
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Barnier rubble
REMEMBER the EU's glee as political chaos gripped Britain after Brexit?
Remember how they revelled in the global stature of...
Former Man United ace Paul Pogba offered chance in Russia's second-tier after Ligue 1 snub
He needs a new club...
Watch moment Ukrainians blow up £80MILLION Russian missile system using a drone as driver desperately tries to escape
THIS is the moment Ukraine blows up an £80m Russian missile system with a drone.
The craft chases the expensive Buk-M3 air defence system and...
Maurizio Sarri on regret at quitting Chelsea, love for an unlikely star and why he can’t quit addiction to fags and Prem
THERE ARE two habits that Maurizio Sarri cannot kick – cigarettes and his love of English football.
The vastly experienced Italian manager...
Putin’s deadliest day with 2,000 soldiers lost as troops wade through fallen comrades on fastest advance since invasion
VLADIMIR Putin’s remaining troops are being forced to wade through piles of fallen comrades as Russia faced its deadliest day of fighting.
Moscow...
The ex-Man City player set to become president – and other stars who turned to politics
Arnold Schwarzenegger (left) is one of the most famous athletes turned politicians (Picture: GETTY / REX)From the boxing ring to the presidential...
Two-time Premier League promotion winning manager a leading contender for Hull job
Slavisa Jokanovic is a leading contender for the vacant Hull manager’s job, talkSPORT understands.
The Tigers are looking for a new boss following...
Ukrainian footballer refuses handshake with Russian opponent in Champions League
His side ended up winning the match 3-2.
Russian forces capturing territory the size of two football pitches every minute in Ukraine
RUSSIA is capturing territory the size of two football pitches every minute in Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin’s troops are advancing at their fastest...
Former Manchester City player becomes presidential candidate in Georgia
Ruling party picks Mikheil Kavelashvili for mostly ceremonial post in electoral college vote he is likely to win
The governing party in Georgia has...
'He'll probably transfer': Rangers boost as agent talks up £4m deal, rules out Saudi switch for 10-goal star
A move to Saudi Arabia and Russia has been ruled out...
Everything is falling apart but air miles Keir is above it all – his relentless globetrotting is a waste of time
IS Sir Keir Starmer running the Government or having a gap year?
“Starmer always seems to be abroad,” says Luke Tryl of the polling firm More In...
