EPL Index – Unofficial Premier League Blog, Stats, Tactics & Podcasts at EPLindex.com https://eplindex.com/ English Premier League Blog, Stats, Previews, Podcast and Opinion! Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:53:13 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://eplindex.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-EPL-Index-Logo-512x512-32x32.png EPL Index – Unofficial Premier League Blog, Stats, Tactics & Podcasts at EPLindex.com https://eplindex.com/ 32 32 Striker set for January move after dramatic Everton U-turn https://eplindex.com/150617/striker-set-for-january-move-after-dramatic-everton-u-turn.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:50:24 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150617 Folarin Balogun sale plan raises Arsenal windfall questions after Everton collapse Monaco’s position on Folarin Balogun has now been made clear, and it leaves Everton, Arsenal and the wider market with a fresh situation to monitor ahead of January. According to Standard, Monaco are actively planning to move the striker on in the winter window, […]

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]]> Report: Liverpool interested in move for £51m-rated midfielder https://eplindex.com/150615/report-liverpool-interested-in-move-for-51m-rated-midfielder.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:50:34 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150615 Liverpool Scout Kees Smit as £51.5m January Midfield Move Gains Momentum Liverpool’s search for midfield reinforcement appears to be moving with purpose, with TeamTalk reporting that the club were among a sizeable Premier League contingent watching AZ Alkmaar talent Kees Smit this week. The 20-year-old was in action at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday […]

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]]> Everton Starting XI vs Ipswich Town: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150614/everton-starting-xi-vs-ipswich-town-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:26 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150614 Everton vs Ipswich Town Predicted XI and Team News Everton got the job done in midweek. A 1-0 win over Wolves in the Carabao Cup sent David Moyes and his players into the fourth round, with Charly Alcaraz scoring the only goal at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Useful result, no drama, move on. Now it is […]

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]]> Newcastle United Starting XI vs Hull City: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150613/newcastle-united-starting-xi-vs-hull-city-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:45:10 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150613 Newcastle United Predicted Lineup vs Hull City as Injury Problems Force Jaissle Decisions Newcastle United need a response. A 4-1 defeat at Leeds United strips away the excuses and leaves Matthias Jaissle with a simple task ahead of Hull City, pick a side that can win, and pick one that can cope with a growing […]

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]]> Arsenal Starting XI vs Brighton: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150612/arsenal-starting-xi-vs-brighton-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup-4.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:30:06 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150612 Arsenal Team News vs Brighton: Jurrien Timber Boost, Ben White Latest and Predicted XI Arsenal head to Brighton on Saturday with the right-back situation under scrutiny and Jurrien Timber firmly at the centre of it. The Dutch defender is expected to be available, which matters because Mikel Arteta is short of natural cover in that […]

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]]> Chelsea star slams performance in Brentford defeat https://eplindex.com/150611/chelsea-star-slams-performance-in-brentford-defeat.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:50:21 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150611 Chelsea Set-Piece Problems Exposed in Brentford Defeat Chelsea were beaten 3-0 by Brentford and there was no mystery about why. They lost the physical battle, they defended set pieces badly and, when the game got away from them, they made poor decisions in possession. Levi Colwill summed it up with unusual honesty. “We have not […]

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]]> Xabi Alonso makes Chelsea admission after embarrasing Brentford defeat https://eplindex.com/150610/xabi-alonso-makes-chelsea-admission-after-embarrasing-brentford-defeat.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:20:08 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150610 Chelsea Process Under Scrutiny After Brentford 3-0 Win Exposes Defensive Problems Chelsea have a problem, and it is not hard to spot. A 3-0 defeat at Brentford laid it bare again, sloppy defending, uneven intensity and a side that still looks miles away from being reliable. Xabi Alonso called it a “process”, which is fair […]

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]]> Aston Villa Starting XI vs Spurs: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150609/aston-villa-starting-xi-vs-spurs-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 07:20:39 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150609 Aston Villa Predicted XI vs Tottenham: Buendia in Line as Emery Weighs Injury Calls Aston Villa head to Tottenham with a familiar issue for Unai Emery, balancing momentum with availability. Villa beat Coventry 3-1 in the Carabao Cup, but that result does not settle the bigger question ahead of a tougher Premier League test. Team […]

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]]> Tottenham Hotspur Starting XI vs Aston Villa: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150608/tottenham-hotspur-starting-xi-vs-aston-villa-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup-2.html Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:50:00 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150608 Tottenham vs Aston Villa: Pedro Porro and Sandro Tonali Return for Spurs Tottenham need something tangible now. Better patterns, cleaner build-up and occasional spells of control mean very little when the table still says no wins, no league goals and only four games played. Add a Carabao Cup exit to Liverpool in midweek and the […]

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]]> Newcastle United vs Hull City: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score Prediction https://eplindex.com/150600/newcastle-united-vs-hull-city-match-preview-latest-team-news-and-score-prediction.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:30:43 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150600 Newcastle vs Hull City: Key Battles, Tactics and Prediction for St James’ Park Newcastle United are back at St James’ Park with a point to prove. A 4-1 defeat at Leeds United has a way of stripping away the noise and exposing what is actually there. Matthias Jaissle saw a side that lost duels, lost […]

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]]> Brighton vs Arsenal: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score Prediction https://eplindex.com/150599/brighton-vs-arsenal-match-preview-latest-team-news-and-score-prediction.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:30:02 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150599 Brighton vs Arsenal Preview: South Coast Test for Premier League Leaders Arsenal head to Brighton on 19 September with a clean league record and the look of a side that know exactly what they are. Four games in, they have taken every point available. No fuss, not much noise, just results. Brighton, meanwhile, are coming […]

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]]> Arsenal make their first move in pursuit of £20m-rated midfielder https://eplindex.com/150598/arsenal-make-their-first-move-in-pursuit-of-20m-rated-midfielder.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:30:28 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150598 Arsenal Scout Luca Weinhandl as £20m January Transfer Option Emerges Arsenal are among the clubs tracking Sturm Graz midfielder Luca Weinhandl, with TeamTalk reporting that the 17-year-old is firmly on the radar ahead of the January transfer window. Brighton and Aston Villa are also said to be following developments, but Arsenal’s interest is the obvious […]

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]]> Michael Carrick provides double Man United injury update ahead of Fulham clash https://eplindex.com/150595/michael-carrick-provides-double-man-united-injury-update-ahead-of-fulham-clash.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:30:01 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150595 Carlos Baleba return offers Manchester United a needed boost Manchester United may finally be about to see Carlos Baleba in action, and that matters. When a club spends £70 million on a midfielder, the expectation is immediate impact. So far, injury has got in the way. The 22-year-old arrived from Brighton in the summer, carrying […]

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]]> Roberto De Zerbi confirms triple Spurs injury boost ahead of Aston Villa clash https://eplindex.com/150594/roberto-de-zerbi-confirms-triple-spurs-injury-boost-ahead-of-aston-villa-clash.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:30:25 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150594 Tottenham Injury Update: Sandro Tonali and Pedro Porro Back for Aston Villa Tottenham need points, not excuses. Four league games into the season, they are still waiting for a first win, and Roberto De Zerbi heads into the Aston Villa match with a squad that finally looks a little less stretched. The headline is straightforward. […]

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]]> Mikel Arteta provides triple Arsenal injury update ahead of Brighton clash https://eplindex.com/150592/mikel-arteta-provides-triple-arsenal-injury-update-ahead-of-brighton-clash.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:30:05 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150592 Arsenal Fitness Update Ahead of Brighton Clash Arsenal head to Brighton on Saturday with a familiar problem, availability at the back. Mikel Arteta has three defenders in doubt, and he is not pretending the decision has already been made. Ben White, Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera all missed the midweek cup tie against Ipswich, and […]

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]]> Chelsea Starting XI vs Brentford: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150578/chelsea-starting-xi-vs-brentford-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup-4.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:30:45 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150578 Chelsea Team News vs Brentford: Joao Pedro, Reece James and Moises Caicedo Latest Chelsea head to the Gtech Community Stadium on Friday with familiar problems, injury doubts, defensive instability and a manager keeping his cards close to his chest. Xabi Alonso declined to confirm whether Joao Pedro will be available against Brentford, after the forward […]

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]]> Report: Man United remain interested in move for Premier League defender https://eplindex.com/150587/report-man-united-remain-interested-in-move-for-premier-league-defender.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:20:03 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150587 Manchester United Keep Jarrad Branthwaite Interest Alive as Everton Stance Sets Up Major Transfer Question Manchester United’s long-standing admiration for Jarrad Branthwaite has not gone away, and that alone says plenty about how the club are shaping their defensive plans. According to talkSPORT, United remain attentive to the Everton centre-back after failing with multiple attempts […]

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]]> Report: Man United wonderkid in talks with Real Madrid and Barcelona https://eplindex.com/150586/report-man-united-wonderkid-in-talks-with-real-madrid-and-barcelona.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:50:14 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150586 JJ Gabriel, Real Madrid and Barcelona: Why Manchester United Face a Defining Academy Fight Before October 6 Manchester United are confronting a significant academy issue as JJ Gabriel weighs a future that could take him away from Old Trafford and towards Spain. According to TeamTalk, the highly-rated teenager has been involved in discussions with both […]

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]]> Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa: Match Preview, Confirmed Team News and Score Prediction https://eplindex.com/150577/tottenham-hotspur-vs-aston-villa-match-preview-confirmed-team-news-and-score-prediction.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:50:50 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150577 Tottenham vs Aston Villa Preview: Pressure Rising in North London Four league games in, Tottenham and Aston Villa already have a problem. It is not subtle, and it is not theoretical. Spurs are 17th, they have two points, and they have yet to score a Premier League goal. Villa are even lower, in 19th, with […]

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]]> Newcastle United star ruled out of Hull City clash in major blow https://eplindex.com/150576/newcastle-united-star-ruled-out-of-hull-city-clash-in-major-blow.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:50:03 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150576 Newcastle Injury Blow as Amar Dedic Ruled Out for Hull Clash Newcastle head into the weekend with a problem at right-back. Amar Dedic is out, and Matthias Jaissle did not dress it up. His update was clear, sharp and left little room for interpretation. “Amar will not be able to play on Saturday.” That matters […]

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]]> Report: Chelsea eyeing €80m move for La Liga forward https://eplindex.com/150575/report-chelsea-eyeing-e80m-move-for-la-liga-forward.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:50:02 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150575 Chelsea Transfer Interest in Nico Williams Remains Alive as Athletic Club Stand Firm Chelsea continue to be associated with a move for Nico Williams, with fresh reporting from Fichajes indicating that the Spain international remains under consideration at Stamford Bridge. The headline figure being discussed is around €80 million, although there is still no indication […]

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]]> Report: Everton star is wanted by Real Madrid in surprise move https://eplindex.com/150574/report-everton-star-is-wanted-by-real-madrid-in-surprise-move.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:50:07 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150574 Jarrad Branthwaite Transfer Latest as Real Madrid and Manchester United Circle Everton Centre-Back Real Madrid are closely tracking Jarrad Branthwaite, with Everton’s commanding centre-back emerging as a serious name in the market ahead of future windows. According to Goal, the Spanish giants are assessing whether a move is realistic, although Everton’s valuation, reported at €93m, […]

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]]> Report: Arsenal have set their sights on move for Premier League forward https://eplindex.com/150573/report-arsenal-have-set-their-sights-on-move-for-premier-league-forward.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:50:21 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150573 Arsenal January Transfer Window: Forward Search Back in Focus for Mikel Arteta Arsenal are already being pointed towards a familiar issue, the need to act decisively in the January transfer window. According to Football London, there is a growing sense that Mikel Arteta and the club cannot afford another winter market without meaningful first-team reinforcement, […]

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]]> Report: Bournemouth star being considered for first England cap https://eplindex.com/150564/report-bournemouth-star-being-considered-for-first-england-cap.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:50:08 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150564 Marcus Tavernier England Call-Up Hopes Grow After Fast Bournemouth Start Marcus Tavernier has emerged as a genuine contender for a first senior England call-up, with TEAMTalk reporting that the Bournemouth midfielder is firmly in Thomas Tuchel’s thinking ahead of the next Nations League squad announcement. Tuchel is preparing to name his first group since England’s […]

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]]> Brentford vs Chelsea: Match Preview, Latest Team News and Score Prediction https://eplindex.com/150563/brentford-vs-chelsea-match-preview-latest-team-news-and-score-prediction.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:50:11 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150563 Brentford vs Chelsea Preview: Draw Trend Meets Chelsea Chaos Chelsea under Xabi Alonso have become very easy to define. They score plenty, they concede plenty, and every match feels one mistake away from tipping in either direction. Entertainers, yes. Reliable, not yet. The numbers tell the story. Across six matches in all competitions, Chelsea have […]

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]]> Chelsea dealt massive injury blow ahead of Brentford clash https://eplindex.com/150559/chelsea-dealt-massive-injury-blow-ahead-of-brentford-clash.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:50:09 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150559 Chelsea injury news ahead of Brentford as Xabi Alonso waits on Caicedo and Joao Pedro Chelsea have had time to stew on it. Dropped points against Hull, more frustration after the defeat to Arsenal, and now a Friday night trip across west London where excuses will carry little weight. Brentford have started well, they are […]

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]]> Man United defender could be set to return for Fulham clash https://eplindex.com/150558/man-united-defender-could-be-set-to-return-for-fulham-clash.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:50:30 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150558 Manchester United Injury Update as Michael Carrick Awaits Key Returns Before Fulham Manchester United have made a mess of the start of the season and there is no point dressing it up. Michael Carrick is in his first full campaign as permanent manager and already the pressure is there, loud and deserved. The 3-2 home […]

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]]> Manchester United confirm Michael Carrick stance after Brighton defeat https://eplindex.com/150557/manchester-united-confirm-michael-carrick-stance-after-brighton-defeat.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:50:17 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150557 Manchester United Back Michael Carrick Despite Brighton Collapse and Rising Old Trafford Pressure Manchester United have made an immediate decision on Michael Carrick’s future, and the message from inside Old Trafford is clear. Despite a bruising Carabao Cup defeat to Brighton, growing supporter unrest and an uncomfortable start to the season, the club are continuing […]

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]]> Man City Starting XI vs Norwich City: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150545/man-city-starting-xi-vs-norwich-city-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:50:47 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150545 Man City Predicted XI vs Norwich as Enzo Maresca Weighs Carabao Cup Rotation Manchester City are expected to make changes for Thursday night’s Carabao Cup tie against Norwich at the Etihad Stadium. That is the sensible call. The fixture list is already busy, City are flying in the Premier League, and the Champions League has […]

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]]> Report: Leeds United forward could be set for January exit https://eplindex.com/150544/report-leeds-united-forward-could-be-set-for-january-exit.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:50:12 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150544 Leeds United Weigh Lukas Nmecha Future as January Exit Remains Possible Leeds United have made an eye-catching start to life back in the Premier League, and the early shape of Daniel Farke’s squad is beginning to come into focus. Some positions look settled, some players have surged forward, and some contract situations now carry real […]

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]]> Report: Arsenal remain interested in move for Real Madrid forward https://eplindex.com/150543/report-arsenal-remain-interested-in-move-for-real-madrid-forward.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:50:37 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150543 Arsenal Transfer News: Rodrygo Contact Continues as Real Madrid Winger Returns to Gunners Shortlist Arsenal are again tracking Rodrygo closely, with TeamTalk reporting that the club are in contact with the Real Madrid forward’s camp as he works back from a serious knee injury. The situation is being monitored carefully, and while there is no […]

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]]> Tottenham Hotspur linked with surprise move for 33-year-old forward https://eplindex.com/150542/tottenham-hotspur-linked-with-surprise-move-for-33-year-old-forward.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:50:34 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150542 Tottenham Transfer News: Mauro Icardi Emerges as Roberto De Zerbi Option After Lazio Talks Stall Tottenham are being linked with a fresh move in the striker market, with Calciomercato reporting that Mauro Icardi has emerged as a possible option after his route to Lazio appears to have cooled. The Argentine forward, now 33, is currently […]

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]]> Report: Manchester United star currently set for 2027 exit https://eplindex.com/150541/report-manchester-united-star-currently-set-for-2027-exit.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:50:20 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150541 JJ Gabriel Exit Twist Raises Fresh Questions for Manchester United as Real Madrid Circle Manchester United have been jolted by a development that could come to define the wider debate around youth planning at Old Trafford. According to Daily Mail, Real Madrid are pushing hard to sign JJ Gabriel, with Barcelona also firmly in the […]

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]]> Tottenham Hotspur set for huge injury boost ahead of Aston Villa clash https://eplindex.com/150540/tottenham-hotspur-set-for-huge-injury-boost-ahead-of-aston-villa-clash.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:50:49 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150540 Pedro Porro Boost Gives Tottenham Options Ahead of Aston Villa Clash Tottenham have some good news at last. Pedro Porro is available again for the visit of Aston Villa, after missing the last two matches with a “muscular issue”. For a side still waiting for its first Premier League goal of the season, that matters. […]

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]]> Michael Carrick reacts to Manchester United’s shock defeat to Brighton https://eplindex.com/150539/michael-carrick-reacts-to-manchester-uniteds-shock-defeat-to-brighton.html Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:50:25 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150539 Manchester United 2-3 Brighton: Michael Carrick Accepts Boos After Carabao Cup Collapse Manchester United are already in a mess, and Michael Carrick knows it. A 2-0 lead at home against Brighton in the Carabao Cup should have meant control, calm and progress. Instead, it ended in a 3-2 defeat, boos from the stands and another […]

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]]> Report: Liverpool keen on move to sign 22-year-old midfielder https://eplindex.com/150533/report-liverpool-keen-on-move-to-sign-22-year-old-midfielder.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:50:00 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150533 Liverpool Tracking Cher Ndour as Premier League Interest Builds Ahead of Potential 2027 Move Liverpool are among the Premier League clubs continuing to monitor Fiorentina midfielder Cher Ndour, with TeamTalk reporting that the Merseyside club remain firmly interested in the Italy international as planning looks further ahead to 2027. The 22-year-old is attracting significant attention […]

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]]> Report: Arsenal ready to push hard for 17-year-old midfielder https://eplindex.com/150532/report-arsenal-ready-to-push-hard-for-17-year-old-midfielder.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:50:06 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150532 Arsenal Transfer Interest in Luca Weinhandl Grows Ahead of January Window Arsenal are among the Premier League clubs pushing hard to position themselves for a possible January move for Luca Weinhandl, with Brighton and Aston Villa also firmly in the picture. According to Caught Offside, the 17-year-old Sturm Graz midfielder has emerged as one of […]

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]]> Manchester United Starting XI vs Brighton: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup https://eplindex.com/150523/manchester-united-starting-xi-vs-brighton-confirmed-team-news-and-predicted-lineup.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:50:44 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150523 Manchester United Predicted XI vs Brighton: Luke Shaw Nears Return for Carabao Cup Tie Manchester United go into Wednesday night needing a response. The 1-0 derby defeat to Manchester City has left a mark, and not only because of the result. The winning goal from Erling Haaland should have been ruled out, but that changes […]

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]]> Report: Man United have set their sights on move for £80m-rated Premier League star https://eplindex.com/150531/report-man-united-have-set-their-sights-on-move-for-80m-rated-premier-league-star.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:50:31 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150531 Man Utd Reignite Jarrad Branthwaite Interest as Everton Stand Firm on £80m Valuation Manchester United have renewed contact over Jarrad Branthwaite, reviving a pursuit that has been simmering in the background since 2024 and now appears to be gathering pace again. According to TeamTalk, United have made “fresh contact” with the Everton defender’s camp as […]

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]]> Report: Ex Nottingham Forest star may Start For Serie A Giants In Europe https://eplindex.com/150522/report-ex-nottingham-forest-star-may-start-for-serie-a-giants-in-europe.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:50:53 +0000 https://eplindex.com/?p=150522 Omari Hutchinson Set for AC Milan Chance Ahead of Benfica Clash Omari Hutchinson could be in line for his first AC Milan start when the Italian side open their Europa League campaign against Benfica at San Siro, with Calcio Mercato reporting that the former Nottingham Forest attacker has made an encouraging early impression. After arriving […]

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