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Egyptian winger Omar Marmoush remains focused on reclaiming his place at Manchester City amid Tottenham's January interest. Insiders suggest a January exit is unlikely. Marmoush has featured sparingly this season as Guardiola rotates his squad. Tottenham's struggles and City's title chase complicate any potential move, keeping Marmoush in Manchester for now.
Al Hilal’s bid for Ahmed Al Kasar stalled in this winter window, with reports suggesting no progress. The club shifted focus to other options as negotiations cooled. The 34-year-old keeper’s current contract gives his suitors leverage, while a clash with Al Ittihad looms. The story highlights the evolving dynamics of the Saudi Pro League transfer market.
Real Madrid prepare for a high-stakes semi-final against Atletico Madrid in Jeddah, with Mbappe's availability in doubt after a knee injury. The Athletic reports uncertainty over his participation, and the duration of his absence remains unclear. Madrid's path to a potential final against Barcelona or Athletic Bilbao adds tension. The match is broadcast on the Thmanyah app.
Daniil Medvedev opens Brisbane with a straight-sets win over Márton Fucsovics, signaling a strong start to a new coaching partnership. The world No. 1 dominates from the back of the court and secures victory in 70 minutes. He eyeing his 22nd career title as he prepares for Frances Tiafoe in the next round. Jiří Lehečka also advances, while several other seeds begin their campaigns in Brisbane.
The United States clinched a place in the Fed Cup quarterfinals in Perth after a tight group-stage win over Spain. Taylor Fritz battled back to save a point in a decisive encounter, while Coco Gauff faced a surprising loss to Jessica Bouzas Manero. A late mixed-doubles win helped the Americans officially eliminate Spain from the event. Fritz endured an injury scare and long rallies, but the USA held on for the win with a dramatic three-set finish.
Jordanian national team defender Yazan Al-Arab is close to a transfer to a Spanish club he's watched closely. A winter move could take him from the South Korean league to Spain. Sources say his name is on the radar of a Spanish club as negotiations loom, with the club’s identity kept under wraps. Known for his discipline, strength, and game-reading, Al-Arab has attracted foreign interest after his East Asia stint with FC Seoul.
Raja Casablanca confirms the signing of Nigerian striker Mathias Oyewusi in the January window. The 26-year-old joins officially and will train ahead of fixtures. Oyewusi has experience in Slovenia, Lithuania, France and Ukraine before moving to Morocco. The club sits fourth in the Moroccan Botola Pro with 15 points, five behind the leaders, hinting at a potential boost in attack.
Romain Saiss voices support for teammate Azzedine Ounahi after the midfielder’s injury in training ahead of AFCON 2025’s round of 16. Ounahi is ruled out of the tournament, but Morocco advances to the quarterfinals. Saiss emphasizes unity and medical decisions, while the team focuses on the Cameroon quarterfinal. The squad remains hopeful for Ounahi’s recovery as they chase more success.
Manchester United has dismissed Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim, ending his tenure as head coach. The move comes in the early hours of Monday. Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on X, noting the decision was taken this morning. The club now faces a coaching search ahead of upcoming fixtures. Fans joke that the defense might finally get the pronunciation it deserves.
Darwin Núñez starred for Al Hilal, scoring the opener and assisting the second in a 2-1 win over Damac. The Uruguayan press celebrated his clinical finishing and impact as Al Hilal moved top of the Roshen Saudi Pro League, ahead of Ronaldo’s Al Nassr. The report highlights Núñez’s role as a left winger in Uruguay’s setup under Marcelo Bielsa, with Marcus Leonardo as the central striker. It also notes other Uruguayan stars who shone in the same round, signaling a strong continental influence in Saudi football.
Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid's coach, erupts at Vinícius Jr. during the win over Betis. Madrid cruises to a 5-1 victory in La Liga. Cameras capture a tense sideline moment as Alonso urges relentless pressing. Betis respond with second-half urgency, prompting further instructions to keep the pressure high. Vinícius Jr., a frequent target of Alonso's warnings, is reminded not to ease off the intensity on the pitch.
Gonzalo Garcia shines as Real Madrid demolishes Real Betis 5-1 at the Bernabéu, with Mbappé out injured. The young forward nets a hat-trick while Raúl Asensio and Fran Garcia add late goals. Betis’ Kucho Hernandez scores a consolation in the 66th minute. Madrid climbs to second in La Liga, just behind Barcelona.
AS Roma’s sporting director Frederic Massara states there are no plans to bring Saud Abdul Hamid back from his loan at Lens. Rumors linked him to Al Hilal to replace Joao Cancelo, but Massara says there is no interest from Saudi clubs. He confirms no decision will be made during the winter window and that the final call will come at season’s end. Lens signed Abdul Hamid on loan from Roma last summer with an option to buy.
Egyptian football icon Mohamed Aboutrika says he hoped Hugo Broos would be eliminated from AFCON after Broos' criticisms of Morocco. South Africa were knocked out in the Round of 16 by Cameroon. Aboutrika, on BeIN Sports, criticizes Broos for arrogance and alleged racism while praising Morocco's organization. He stresses Africa's football heritage and favors a national-team coach leadership. A video of his remarks is linked below.
Ruben Neves addressed renewal rumors about his Al Hilal contract, calling the renewal a personal matter and declining to discuss it publicly. His deal runs out at season's end, leaving him free to sign elsewhere this summer. Al Ittihad has reportedly begun talks with Neves' agent to explore a move, leveraging connections in the market. Neves has featured 109 times for Al Hilal, scoring 14 goals and supplying 25 assists, highlighting his value in the Saudi Pro League.
Al Ahly faces a startling demand from Bank of Al Ahly, which wants up to 100 million pounds to release defender Amr El Gazaar in the winter window. The club deems the figure excessive and plans to negotiate or seek swaps due to defensive needs. Deputy president Yassin Mansour will meet the bank's president to push for a lower sum or a swap deal. Depending on technical needs and the coach's view, El Gazaar's move could still happen with a players-in-in return.
Al Shabab officially submitted a bid to sign Ali Al-Bulaihi from Al Hilal during the winter transfer window. The Lions’ offer reportedly received approval from Al Hilal’s leadership. The club is open to buying out the remainder of Al-Bulaihi’s contract, which runs until 2027. Al-Bulaihi is hesitating due to Al Shabab’s season form, with the Saudi Pro League table in his favor, and he has featured sparingly for the Blue Wave. This transfer saga underlines the ongoing drama of the Saudi Pro League’s winter window.
Real Madrid's president Florentino Perez acts decisively to curb a spate of injuries by reinstating Antonio Pintus as head of physical preparation. The move follows Alonso's strategy and involves Ismael Caminforti returning to design the season's program, with changes also touching the medical staff. Journalists suggest the reshuffle aims to bring stability and calm to a squad plagued by fitness issues. The story blends club strategy with behind-the-scenes governance, hinting at a broader shift in Real Madrid's medical and training setup.
Novak Djokovic has announced a permanent withdrawal from the ATP Players Association as he eyes the Australian Open. He cites ongoing concerns about transparency, governance, and representation. The move follows his earlier involvement in legal actions against major tennis bodies alongside Vasek Pospisil. Djokovic insists he will continue to contribute to the sport in ways that reflect his principles and will focus on his career and family in the near term.
A late clash in the Morocco vs Tanzania AFCON match sparked intense debate as Morocco advanced to the quarterfinals. Ahmed Shobier commented on the electric atmosphere and the decision not to award a penalty. The incident highlighted officiating questions that linger beyond the knockout stage. Tanzania earned respect for their performance despite the result.
