Transfers

Willian rejoins Fulham on Short-Term Deal

Fulham have re-signed winger Willian until the end of the season, six months after his departure from the club. The Brazilian, who previously played for the Cottagers from 2022-24, returns as a free agent after leaving Olympiakos in December.

“I’m completely happy, my family’s happy. We are happy to be back, and I think we can do good things until the end of the season,” Willian said, expressing excitement to rejoin the team.

During his previous spell at Craven Cottage, the 36-year-old made 67 appearances, scoring 10 goals and providing 7 assists. He moved to Greece in September but spent only three months with Olympiakos.

Willian has accumulated 317 Premier League appearances, having played for Chelsea and Arsenal, and won two titles with the Blues.

Fulham’s next match is away at Wigan in the FA Cup fourth round on Saturday.

Premier League

Amorim defends January Transfer Risks at Man United

£40m Striker: Man Utd, Liverpool In Transfer ‘Tug Of War’

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has admitted it was his decision to “take the risk” of not securing additional signings in the January transfer window, despite squad concerns.

The Red Devils completed only two signings: left-back Patrick Dorgu from Lecce and centre-back Ayden Heaven from Arsenal.

However, the loan exits of Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa and Antony to Real Betis left United without reinforcement in attack.

“We are taking a risk, but we want a different thing in the team, different profiles. It was my decision to do that,” Amorim explained.

He emphasized the club’s cautious approach: “Everybody here does not want to make the same mistakes of the past. In the summer we will see, but we are being really careful with transfers because we did some mistakes in the past.”

United face Leicester City in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday, where Dorgu and Heaven could debut.

Acknowledging the pressure of results, Amorim admitted, “This is a sport of results, and we are in a difficult situation… but I have a clear idea of what I want to do and I take these risks because in the end, it’s going to pay off.”

Serie A

AC Milan Director refutes reports linking Chukwueze with Turkey Move

AC Milan’s director, Geoffrey Moncada, has dismissed rumors suggesting that Samuel Chukwueze could be moving to Turkey.

The Nigerian forward had been linked with a transfer to Besiktas, as well as attracting interest from Fulham on transfer deadline day, although the Premier League side ultimately chose to sign Willian instead.

Moncada reassured fans that Milan has no intention of letting Chukwueze leave, stating, “For Chukwueze, I can say that he will stay with us. He is another possibility on the right, and we are happy.”

Chukwueze has made an impact for AC Milan this season, contributing two goals and two assists in 19 matches.

Transfers

Carlton Palmer Backs Dennis for Success at Blackburn Rovers

Former England midfielder Carlton Palmer has expressed confidence that Nigerian forward Emmanuel Dennis will make a significant impact at Blackburn Rovers following his loan move from Nottingham Forest.

Dennis, who had struggled for game time at Forest, secured a deadline-day switch to the Sky Bet Championship club, a move Palmer described as a strategic signing for Rovers.

“Brilliant news for John Eustace, who is having a fantastic season as manager of Blackburn Rovers,” Palmer told Football League World. “They’ve beaten the likes of Watford and Sheffield Wednesday to secure Dennis’ signature.”

Palmer acknowledged that Dennis might need time to regain match fitness after a lack of game time at Forest.

“The only issue is that he hasn’t played much football, so it will take time for him to get up to speed,” Palmer noted.

Despite this, the former midfielder highlighted Dennis’ versatility as a valuable asset for Blackburn.

“He can play up front and on the flanks, making him a massive signing. If he can get up to speed, he’ll be a difference-maker with his pace, trickery, and goal-scoring ability.”

Palmer concluded that the move was a smart piece of business for Rovers as they continue their push for a play-off spot.