The Daily Football Briefing

Manchester coup as City CEO leaves… for United. David Ornstein broke the news of Manchester United’s new CEO appointment.Injured Salah is heading back to Liverpool.VAR controversy in Spain. Guillermo Rai explains why Almeria think Real Madrid “stole” 3 points.And Newcastle dig in over in-demand duo. Chris Waugh has the latest on bids for Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Salah limps off at AFCON. Simon Hughes was there with the details.Gerrard signs on for more Saudi. David Ornstein broke the news, and what the extension means for the Saudi Pro League.And Toney's ready to play again. Jay Harris has the story on what Ivan Toney was doing during his ban and what to expect in his return.Host: Abi PatersonProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Ben Green

Jordan Henderson set for Ajax switch and Armando Broja could leave Chelsea. David Ornstein clarifies the truth around the latest January transfer rumours.Simon Hughes previews the big AFCON clash between hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Plus we run through all the score lines you need to know from Wednesday night.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Jose Mourinho’s Roma exit. James Horncastle explains why it all went wrong.Joelinton’s Newcastle blow. Chris Waugh talks about potential transfer replacements.And Sarina Wiegman’s new deal. Charlotte Harpur on what this means for the future of the Lionesses.Host: Adam LeventhalProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Nottingham Forest and Everton react to breaching Premier League sustainability rules. Matt Slater on the fallout.Could Chelsea really tempt Karim Benzema to the Premier League? David Ornstein has the latest info.There were winning starts for Son and Mane, as they bid for international glory, and some familiar names walking away as FIFA’s Best.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Abi Paterson and Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

A new era edges closer at Manchester United. Laurie Whitwell was at Old Trafford for Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s first time in attendance since striking a deal.Why were Barcelona so bad in El Clasico? Dermot Corrigan on what’s wrong in the Catalan capital.And FFP trouble for Everton and Forest. David Ornstein explains the recent financial breaches.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

How has Eric Dier ended up at Bayern Munich? Seb Stafford-Bloor explains why Dier is headed to the German champions.Barcelona set up El Clasico by winning in the Supercopa. Laia Cervello recaps Barca’s 2-0 win against Osasuna.Who could be the “next Thiago Silva” at Chelsea? Liam Twomey thinks there’s a rising young star.And can Jadon Sancho resurrect his career back in Germany? Mark Critchley on Sancho’s deteriorated relationship with Ten Hag.Host: Tim SpiersProducer: Mike ZimmermannExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Liverpool leave it late in the Carabao Cup. James Pearce was at Anfield to see Jurgen Klopp's subs change the tie against Fulham.Who is Spurs’ latest signing? James Horncastle tells all about Romanian defender Radu Dragusin.Can Barca meet Real Madrid in the Supercopa final - and could one of their top talents leave this month? Dermot Corrigan has the details.Host: Michael BaileyProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Chelsea are shocked by Boro in the Carabao Cup. Simon Johnson was at the Riverside to watch the shock unfold.No Trent for Liverpool tonight against Fulham. James Pearce brings the details on TAA's injury.And we have the latest transfer news - including Werner’s return to London. Seb Stafford Bloor explains why Timo chose Tottenham.Host: Adam LeventhalProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh

Manchester United make the FA Cup 4th round draw with win over Wigan. Laurie Whitwell was on hand to watch, as was Sir Dave Brailsford once more.Pochettino explains Chelsea’s transfer plans. Simon Johnson tells us what to expect from the Blues this month.As a Liverpool prospect goes on loan. James Pearce has the details on Fabio Carvalho's move to Hull.Host: Adam LeventhalProducer: Mike Zimmermann and Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Iain Macintosh