Eric Garcia, 24 out of 24 - FC Barcelona Number 24 is a special one for Eric Garcia. He has worn this shirt number since returning to Barça in the 2021/22 season, and it's also the number of games that the team has played across all competitions this season, and Eric is the only player to have appeared in every single one of them!
Aston Villa are on an astonishing run of form that has catapulted them into the Premier League's top three: They've won 10 of their past 11 league games, and nine in a row across all competitions. During that span they've beaten league leaders Arsenal and second-place Manchester City, plus they've won every single league game off the back of a midweek European fixture, which is notoriously tough to do.
Former Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is planning an approach to sign captain Callum McGregor for his new side, Al Qadsiah of the Saudi Pro League, but the Scottish champions would fight to keep the 32-year-old midfielder. (Scottish Sun), external Birmingham City and Norwich City have renewed their interest in Celtic winger Yang Hyun-jun, while Preston North End are also keen admirers of the 23-year-old, who was close to joining City for 3m in September before the transfer collapsed late on. (Sky Sports), external
The 20-year-old has struggled for regular gametime at Old Trafford, and it seems that he is not a key part of the plans for Ruben Amorim. Multiple clubs are interested in him, and they would be prepared to provide him with an exit route. The player has now dropped a major hint towards a potential exit, especially by endorsing a message through his brother. Mainoo's brother was spotted wearing a T-shirt with the message Free Kobbie Mainoo'.
This is the last FPL week before fixture mayhem takes over, with gameweeks starting on December 26, December 30, January 3 and January 6. It's a lot of football to be played in a short amount of time so expect rotation, random benchings and a bit of injury chaos. If you didn't spend all your five free Afcon transfers last week then well done - you'll need them over the next three weeks!
Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in selling the Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz, as per Fichajes. It is no secret that Liverpool need a quality right back. Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong have not been able to impress, and Liverpool are still seeking a quality alternative to Trent Alexander-Arnold. Munoz is excellent defensively, and he is equally effective going forward. He could be the ideal replacement for the former Liverpool star.
"It is TRUE: A Championship club, Southampton, have an eye on Daniel Peretz. "The Israeli international is currently on loan at Hamburg SV. Bayern sent him out on loan to get playing time; now they're searching for a new club for him, and Southampton are a club that is interested. "It would be a very good experience for him, potentially in the Premier League if Southampton get promoted this season."
"I was the first to receive offers from Inter Miami," Silva, 39, told the El Camino de Mario podcast. "I met with [Inter Miami president David] Beckham in Manchester, but I told him I still wanted to compete in Europe. Then I had many other offers: Japan, Qatar ... but then I prioritized my personal life and I felt very ready to compete."
Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka has been offered to Serie A giants Juventus and Inter Milan as he is reportedly not considered an important player in manager Vincent Kompany's plans. According to an exclusive report from CalcioMercato.it, Goretzka's agents are actively exploring new destinations for the German midfielder, whose contract with Bayern is set to expire on June 30, allowing him to leave for free at the end of the season.
Indeed, as relayed by the Spanish outlet, Raphinha is now seen as absolutely untransferable for the Catalans, contrary to reports last week. He is a leading figure in the dressing room and on the field, and Flick sees him to be one of the cornerstones of his project. Raphinha is happy at the club, and his family is well settled in the city.
Alisson has been one of Liverpool's most important players ever since he signed for them in 2018. Image Photo Agency/Getty Images TRENDING RUMORS - AC Milan are preparing to make a move to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson, Sky Sports' Sacha Tavolieri reports. Milan are braced to lose current No. 1 Mike Maignan at the end of the season, with Chelsea most heavily linked with interest in the France international, and have already made contact with Alisson's representatives.
Manchester United have been linked with a surprise move for the Spanish international defender, Sergio Ramos. The 39-year-old has been linked with a move back to Europe despite joining Monterrey at the start of this year, and it will be interesting to see if Manchester United can get the deal done. According to a report via Fichajes, Manchester United are hoping to sign him during the January transfer window.