Cole Palmer clinches the FSA Player of the Year award for 2024.
England star, Cole Palmer has made history as the first Chelsea player to win the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) Men’s Player of the Year award. The FSA highlighted that Palmer was “a clear favourite with the voting public,” edging out top nominees such as Rodri, Bukayo Saka, Mohamed Salah, and Ollie Watkins. Reflecting on the accolade, Palmer said, “Thank you to everyone who voted for me; it’s an honour to be the first Chelsea player to win this award.” Since his £40 million move from Manchester City last season, the 22-year-old midfielder has silenced critics with a string of outstanding performances. His goals and assists have been pivotal, showcasing his immense value to the team. Most recently, he shone in Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, scoring a sensational goal. Palmer’s impact has transformed Chelsea’s attack and won acclaim from fans and pundits alike.
🔵🏴 Cole Palmer wins the FSA Player of the Year 2024. pic.twitter.com/GsAH2VrwHh
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 2, 2024
Real Madrid reportedly showing interest in Man United’s Diogo Dalot.
La Liga Champions, Real Madrid are intensifying their search for a new right-back after Dani Carvajal was ruled out for the season with a cruciate knee ligament injury. Carlo Ancelotti has relied on makeshift options like Lucas Vazquez and Federico Valverde, but the club is actively pursuing reinforcements. While a summer move for Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold has been speculated, Madrid is also targeting Manchester United’s Diogo Dalot. According to reports, the Spanish giants are considering a £50 million (€40 million) bid for the 25-year-old, with interest first emerging during Erik ten Hag’s tenure at United. Dalot, who reclaimed his starting spot at United and impressed under both Ten Hag and new manager Ruben Amorim, remains integral to the team. Amorim recently praised Dalot’s versatility and team-first mentality, suggesting Madrid may face difficulty convincing United to part with the Portuguese international in January.
🚨 BREAKING: Real Madrid are interested in Diogo Dalot.
They've asked about him and his price is €50m. @relevo pic.twitter.com/NS7B2NBM3Z
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) December 2, 2024
Former Barcelona midfielder, Riqui Puig suffers a torn ACL in his left knee.
LA Galaxy midfielder Riqui Puig has been ruled out of the MLS Cup final after tearing the ACL in his left knee during Saturday’s 1-0 Western Conference final win over the Seattle Sounders. The injury was confirmed by an MRI on Sunday. Despite the setback, Puig played over 30 minutes with the injury, assisting Dejan Joveljic’s game-winning goal in the 85th minute to secure the Galaxy’s spot in the Dec. 7 final against the New York Red Bulls. “Today begins a new challenge,” Puig shared on social media, vowing to return stronger. The former Barcelona player has been pivotal for the Galaxy, tallying 16 goals and 14 assists in the regular season and contributing four goals and four assists in four playoff matches. The Galaxy, returning to the final for the first time since 2014, are chasing their record-extending seventh MLS Cup title.
LA Galaxy midfielder Riqui Puig has suffered a torn ACL in his left knee, the club confirmed. ❤️🙏🏻
He picked up the injury during the second half but continued playing, even providing an assist in the 85th minute to secure the Galaxy's spot in the MLS Cup final. pic.twitter.com/8csbGoQVN3
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) December 2, 2024
Amad Diallo close to signing a new contract with Manchester United.
Manchester United are progressing in talks to secure Amad Diallo’s long-term future, with the club aiming to finalize a new deal before the end of 2024. According to Fabrizio Romano, United intend to negotiate a fresh contract rather than solely relying on the clause to extend Amad’s current deal, which expires in 2024, until 2026. The 22-year-old winger has thrived under manager Ruben Amorim, who took charge in November. Transitioning into a right wing-back role, Amad has delivered three assists in two league matches since Amorim’s arrival. This season, the Ivory Coast international has recorded five assists and three goals in 19 appearances. Signed from Atalanta for £37 million in January 2021, Amad developed further during Loan spells at Rangers and Sunderland. United’s efforts to secure his future reflect his growing importance in Amorim’s dynamic system.
🚨🔴 Understand Manchester United made good progress with Amad Diallo’s new contract in recent weeks!
United are working to get new long term deal done before the end of 2024… even before activating club clause to extend current deal until 2026.
Amad, key for club and Amorim. pic.twitter.com/uzPiCmohI0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 2, 2024
Lautaro Martínez named the Serie A player of the 2023/2024 season.
Inter Milan striker, Lautaro Martínez has cemented his place in Inter Milan’s history with an extraordinary 2023/24 season, earning recognition as Serie A’s Best Player at the Gran Galà del Calcio AIC. The striker, who also finished as the league’s top scorer with 24 goals, led Inter to championship success and showcased his brilliance on multiple fronts. Lautaro’s season highlights include a total of 35 goals and 8 assists in 59 matches, helping Inter clinch three trophies, including the Supercoppa Italiana, where he scored the decisive goal and was named the final’s best player. On the international stage, he starred for Argentina in their Copa América triumph, scoring the winning goal in the final against Colombia, finishing as the tournament’s top scorer, and earning a spot in the ideal XI. Additionally, Simone Inzaghi was named Best Manager, and Inter were crowned the season’s Best Team.
🚨 Lautaro Martínez has been named the 2023/24 Serie A player of the year. @GranGalaAIC! 🔥 🇮🇹🎖️ pic.twitter.com/MSPV0fnc4Z
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) December 3, 2024