Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea, Napoli chasing Adeyemi deal Chelsea are looking to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Pereira? Aspinall? Topuria? Which fighter will have the best year? Which fighters will top our list of the best 50 fighters in MMA based on their expected 2025 performance?

Ovechkin’s pursuit of goals record creates betting frenzy Alex Ovechkin’s chase for the NHL all-time goals record has made him, and the Washington Capitals, the NHL’s hottest bet.

Power Rankings: Which three teams have emerged at the top? After another SEC shake-up, three squads have proven themselves in a dominant top tier.

LIV Golf finalizes broadcast deal with Fox Sports LIV Golf has reached a multi-year broadcast agreement with Fox Sports, which will air each of the three rounds live in the U.S. on one of its network’s channels and streaming app starting this season.

McDavid 2nd on Oilers points list behind Gretzky Connor McDavid had two goals and an assist in the Oilers’ 5-3 win against the Wild on Wednesday night, passing Jari Kurri for second all time in points in franchise history.

U.S. amateur upstages McIlroy, Rahm in Dubai David Ford, a 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the European tour, upstaged Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and many of the world’s top players at the Dubai Desert Classic to take a share of the first-round clubhouse lead Thursday.

NFL, feds tighten Super Bowl security after attack The NFL and federal law enforcement are increasing security for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans in response to the New Year’s Day terrorist attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 people, officials told ESPN.

‘You just want this guy around’: How a journeyman lineman became a cult hero in Detroit The backup lineman gets huge ovations, even in road stadiums, when his name is announced. Here’s how it happened and the man behind the cheers.

Mavs say non-call on apparent goaltend cost them Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said the refs “clearly” missed a goaltending call on Spencer Dinwiddie’s layup for the lead in the closing seconds of Wednesday’s loss to the Pelicans.

LeBron acknowledges fires have taken mental toll LeBron James on Wednesday addressed the toll taken by the Southern California wildfires and the hope the Lakers want to provide, while finding connection with a young fan during a win over the Heat.

Gavi: Barcelona’s Yamal best in world after Messi Barcelona midfielder Gavi says Lamine Yamal is the best player in the world after Lionel Messi following the teenager’s devastating showing in Wednesday’s 5-1 Copa del Rey win over Real Betis.

Amorim: ‘Improving’ Garnacho has United future Ruben Amorim has insisted Alejandro Garnacho has a long-term future at Manchester United despite interest from Napoli.

Angel City hires ex-Thorns coach Parsons as SD Angel City Football Club has appointed Mark Parsons as the team’s new sporting director ahead of the 2025 NWSL season to oversee all matters related to soccer operations.

Rice after Arsenal derby win: Could have scored 10 Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has praised the attacking performance of his teammates in the north London derby win over Tottenham Hotspur, saying they could have scored 10 goals in the 2-1 triumph.

Ange rails at Spurs’ ‘unacceptable’ derby showing Ange Postecoglou said he hopes his Tottenham players are hurting after their 2-1 defeat to Arsenal on Wednesday and labelled the performance “unacceptable.”

Sources: Knicks’ Towns has bone chip in thumb Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns has a bone chip in his right thumb to go along with the sprain he sustained in Monday’s loss, sources confirmed.

Sources: Belichick adds 2 veteran coaches to staff Bill Belichick continues to fill out his coaching staff at North Carolina, as longtime NFL special teams coach Mike Priefer and veteran SEC offensive line coach Will Friend are expected to finalize deals, sources told ESPN.

Suns get 7-footer Richards in trade with Hornets The Suns added some much-needed frontcourt help, acquiring center Nick Richards from the Hornets for guard Josh Okogie in a trade that includes multiple draft picks.

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool leading race to sign Kerkez Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez reportedly is favoring a move to Liverpool.