Tottenham Hotspur — English Premier League club that signed midfielder Sandro Tonali for club-record £100m and defender Jan Paul van Hecke for £52m in summer 2026.
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… The Tottenham Hotspur attacker is recovering well after initially deciding against surgery despite recommendations from the club’s medical staff. …
‘Kudus Could Make Ghana’s World Cup Squad After Surgery’Joy Online
… play effectively?” he said. “Kudus plays well for his club but at the national team, he sometimes struggles to have that kind of flair. “So the new coach has work to do to make these talents achieve results.” Kudus contributed nine goals in all competitions for Tottenham Hotspur …
Sports Minister Kofi Adams challenges Queiroz to get best out of Black StarsThe Ghanaian Times
… e holding penalties than we did last year, but we’ve missed some as well.” Arsenal’s win put them five points ahead of Manchester City, who play their game in hand against Crystal Palace on Wednesday, while West Ham remain third from bottom and two points off Tottenham Hotspur …
Disallowing West Ham equaliser against Arsenal was right- referees’ chiefJoy Online
… The decision was controversial, giving Arsenal a 1-0 win and affecting not only the fates of the two clubs but also Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur at either end of the Premier League table. …
Refs’ chief Webb confirms grappling consultationJoy Online
The sight of Roberto De Zerbi pulling a black hood over his face as he stalked the touchline was a symbol of another night of self-destruction by Tottenham Hotspur. …
Spurs hit self-destruct button again as season agony prolongedJoy Online
Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso says he will not be defined by racist abuse after being targeted on social media. …
I will not let racist abuse define me – Kevin DansoJoy Online
… With Ghana set to face the Mexico national football team in an international friendly, Gyan believes the absence of the Tottenham Hotspur star represents a significant setback that could hamper the team’s momentum heading into the FIFA World Cup. …
Asamoah Gyan fears for Black Stars as Kudus’ injury rocks World Cup plansJoy Online
… And in 2019, Liverpool beat Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League final in the same week Chelsea defeated Arsenal in the Europa League final in Baku. …
English clubs reach all three European finals for first timeJoy Online
… You understand.” Kudus contributed nine goals in all competitions for Tottenham Hotspur before his injury, which has kept him on the sidelines since January. …
2026 World Cup: Black Stars ‘in deep trouble’ without Kudus – Daniel OpareDaily Guide
Mohammed Kudus Black Stars player, Mohammed Kudus, has reportedly decided against undergoing surgery for his latest injury setback, despite advice from Tottenham Hotspur medical staff. …
Kudus Rejects Surgery Amid World Cup FearsThe Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Harry Kane says he is ready to begin discussions with Bayern Munich over extending his contract, with talks expected to start this week or next week. The 33-year-old striker has one year remaining on his four-year deal and scored 61 goals in 51 appearances for Bayern last season.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Paris St Germain retained the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa, with goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desirée Doucé. PSG, back-to-back Champions League winners, went ahead through Kvaratskhelia in the 20th minute before Brian Madjo equalised at halftime, but Doucé restored PSG's lead in the 61st minute.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle says Bruno Guimaraes' departure to Arsenal had already been decided before he took charge; the midfielder is set to complete a £75m move after the club's leadership made the decision beforehand.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the club expects to make moves in the transfer market over the next few weeks and will not "sit still" as they prepare to defend their Premier League title. Arsenal have signed goalkeeper Illan Meslier, forward Christos Tzolis, and defender Piero Hincapie permanently this summer.
4 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi has said players who are not happy at the club should move elsewhere, amid transfer speculation surrounding midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who has attracted bids from Nottingham Forest.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric, 40, has signed a one-year contract extension with the Italian club after joining on a one-year deal last summer following 13 years at Real Madrid. Modric scored two goals in 37 appearances for Milan last season as they finished fifth in Serie A.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after 20 years spanning 831 matches, citing intense pressure and constant scrutiny as contributing factors. His final match was Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.
22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has rejected a new contract offer, with several Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea monitoring his situation. Bournemouth say Scott remains not for sale despite the England Under-21 international's two years remaining on his current deal.
22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has retired from refereeing after 20 years and 831 matches, with his final game Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches and 163 international games across two decades.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches, citing the intense pressure and constant scrutiny of elite-level officiating. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches, every major domestic cup final, and 163 international matches across 14 years on Fifa's list, with his final match being Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of 19-year-old Croatian defender Luka Vušković from Tottenham Hotspur for a club-record £46 million on a five-year contract, with potential add-ons raising the fee to £50 million. Vušković impressed on loan at Hamburg last season with six goals in 30 Bundesliga appearances and earned the league's Rookie of the Season.
15 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Manchester United are in advanced talks with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Youri Tielemans, with a deal understood to be close; Tielemans' contract contains a release clause that makes negotiations easier, and the 29-year-old has Premier League experience and has been on United's radar for considerable time.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a club-record £100 million (£92.5 million initial plus £7.5 million in add-ons). The 26-year-old said he was convinced to join after a conversation with head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
7 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Tottenham Hotspur announced the signing of midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a deal worth up to £100 million, with an initial fee of £92.5 million, setting a club transfer record. The move marks the second-largest fee ever received by Newcastle for a player in the club's history.
7 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a £52m deal with Brighton for Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke, who has one year left on his current contract. The deal includes a significant sell-on clause for Brighton.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Real Madrid have confirmed Jose Mourinho's reappointment as head coach on a three-year deal, with the 63-year-old Portuguese coach beginning work when the squad return for pre-season on 13 July. Madrid paid Benfica £13m in compensation, clearing the way for Mourinho's return 13 years after his first stint ended.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Bobby Tambling, Chelsea's former record goalscorer with 202 goals in 370 appearances between 1959 and 1970, has died aged 84. His long-standing scoring record stood for more than four decades before being surpassed by Frank Lampard in 2013.
5 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Antonio Conte has announced he will leave Napoli this summer, 12 months after winning the Serie A title in his first season. Napoli finished second this season, 11 points behind Inter Milan, and failed to reach the Champions League knockout phase.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham Hotspur defeated Everton to secure the point needed to ensure Premier League survival and avoid their first relegation from the top flight since 1977, sending West Ham United into the Championship instead.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Mohammed Kudus has undergone surgery following a hamstring injury and is recovering well, with Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz still considering him for the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad, with hopes he could be available for the Black Stars' final Group L match against Croatia.
22 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has challenged new Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz to extract better performances from Ghana's squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, noting that several players perform well at club level but struggle to replicate that form with the national team.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Howard Webb, chief of England's referees body (PGMOL), endorsed the VAR decision to disallow West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal for a foul on goalkeeper David Raya. Webb stated the foul was clear because Raya was impeded and unable to catch the ball normally.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Howard Webb, the referees' chief, has confirmed that a consultation about excessive grappling in the penalty area will take place at the end of the season. Webb defended the VAR decision to disallow West Ham's late equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday, saying the foul on goalkeeper David Raya had to be penalised because the goalkeeper's arms were being interfered with.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham Hotspur squandered a 1-0 lead against Leeds United when Mathys Tel conceded a penalty after 74 minutes, allowing Leeds to equalize. New head coach Roberto De Zerbi witnessed another display of self-destruction, with Tel making reckless mistakes in both halves.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso says he will not be defined by racist abuse after being targeted on social media following a 2-2 draw against Brighton in April. The Austria international told ITV News that while he experienced racist abuse when playing in Germany previously, he decided to speak out this time to raise awareness and ensure it does not affect his play.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's all-time leading goalscorer Asamoah Gyan has expressed concern about the Black Stars' tactical ability following midfielder Mohammed Kudus' withdrawal due to injury ahead of a friendly against Mexico and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Gyan stressed that Kudus has become the heartbeat of the national side and that his unique ability to transition between defence and attack will be difficult to replace.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace have all reached the finals of the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League respectively in the same season for the first time. Villa will face Freiburg in the Europa League final on 20 May, and Crystal Palace will play Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final on 27 May.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Former defender Daniel Opare says Ghana will be "in deep trouble" if Mohammed Kudus misses the 2026 World Cup. Kudus is sidelined by a hamstring injury and is expected to miss the rest of the season, risking his availability for the tournament in June.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Mohammed Kudus has declined recommended surgery for a hamstring injury, opting instead for conservative rehabilitation to avoid extended recovery time that could jeopardize his 2026 World Cup availability. The Black Stars midfielder has been sidelined since January with previous quad problems.
29 April 2026 · Daily Guide →