The January transfer window opens later this week and the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are all expected to be active in the market with big moves likely

Arsenal resisted a late fightback from Brighton on Saturday to keep hold of first place in the Premier League, but Manchester City and Aston Villa are in hot pursuit. It is a three-way fight at the top with just three points separating first and third in the standings.

Former Gunner Dan Ballard is set to miss Sunderland’s upcoming game against Manchester City through injury, but he should be back in time to play against Arsenal.Photo by Stu Forster/Getty

City won 2-1 at Nottingham Forest with Rayan Cherki grabbing a goal and an assist to briefly move top of the pile.

A former Premier League striker desperately wanted to play for Arsenal – but ended up signing for Manchester City after Arsene Wenger baulked at his wage demands.

The club entered the year in a state of worrying decline, but with the squad overhauled, things are looking promising for 2026

Caen have taken a bold step by appointing former Arsenal and Manchester City defender Gael Clichy as their new head coach.

Manchester City and Sunderland both seek a winning start to 2026 at the Stadium of Light on New Year’s Day.The hosts, winless since December 14 after consecutive draws to end 2025, face visitors

Premier League leaders Arsenal host third-place Aston Villa on Tuesday in a vital match in the title race. Unai Emery’s side, who are just three points behind the London club in the table, are in sensational form and a victory at the Emirates Stadium would be their 12th in a row in all competitions.