Chelsea
Newcastle signing this prolific 33-year-old PL star would instantly get them running
Why Giroud to Newcastle would be a win-win for both sides
According to The Telegraph, Newcastle United are interested in Chelsea’s veteran striker Olivier Giroud.
A 2018 World Cup winner with France, Giroud has rarely featured this season for the Blues, with new boss Frank Lampard preferring the younger Tammy Abraham.
Abraham, meanwhile, has been sensational for the Blues this season and is his side’s top-scorer in the league with 12 goals to his name.
The Magpies are keen on bringing the 33-year-old star forward to St. James Park on loan until the end of the season and contacted the Blues last week, the report added.
However, Giroud has been informed by his club that he would not be granted a move elsewhere until and unless they find a replacement for him (h/t The Telegraph).
Having been restricted to the sidelines for the most part of this season, Chelsea’s decision might only infuriate the striker even further, who would be yearning for some game time.
Such a decision by the Blues board would also affect the Frenchman’s chances of representing his country in the upcoming European Championship in the summer. He has so far made just 5 appearances in the league this season, starting just 2 of them, and is yet to open his account.
If a move does materialize, it would do a world of good for Giroud, who played his last league game against West Ham in November.
Given his present situation, Giroud would be an ideal fit for Steve Bruce’s Newcastle side, who on the other hand, have struggled for goals this season. The Magpies have scored a meagre 20 goals so far from 21 league games, with their summer signing Joelinton yet to impress.
The young Brazilian centre-forward, who moved to St. James’ Park last summer, has scored just a single goal despite featuring in all of their league matches this season.
The frontman seems to have lost his confidence completely, scoring his last goal back in September. Ideally, he would have lost his place in the side by now if they had an able competitor.
However, with injuries troubling Bruce’s other centre-forward Dwight Gayle, Bruce has no other option but to play his £40million signing.
Other than Joelinton and Gayle, Bruce also has Andy Carroll in his side but past experiences have proved that the seasoned campaigner is not an entirely reliable customer when it comes to scoring goals.
With Newcastle’s troubles in front of the goal now out in the open, bringing in the prolific Giroud would be a blessing for a side that clearly needs some goals to climb up the ladder.
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The Frenchman, having not played much at all this season, would be eager to prove a point and this could, in turn, be beneficial for Bruce’s side, who need a clinical and consistent scorer in their ranks.
Moreover, Giroud is as effective playing with his back to the goal as he is facing it, and has excellent link-up skills which can bring out the best in wingers Miguel Almiron and Allan Saint-Maximin.
Verdict
With Newcastle short of quality finishers in their ranks, a move for Giroud would be nothing less than a mutually beneficial one for both parties, with the veteran not in Lampard’s plans.
Hence, it would be a win-win for both the parties if Chelsea allow Giroud to leave Stamford Bridge and join the Magpies.
Tottenham Women have signed Japan international Maika Hamano on loan from Chelsea until the end of the season, marking their fourth signing of the January transfer window. The 21 year old versatile attacker joins fellow new arrivals Matilda Nildén, Hannah Wijk and Signe Gaupset as Martin Ho strengthens his squad for a top four push.
Hamano joined Chelsea from INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2023 and was a member of Japan’s 2023 World Cup and 2024 Paris Olympics squads. However, she has seen limited minutes at Stamford Bridge this season under Sonia Bompastor, prompting the loan move to secure regular playing time.
Versatile Forward Provides Emergency Cover
The attacker can play anywhere across the forward line, operating on both flanks and centrally. She appears to be emergency cover for Jess Naz, who is out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL injury in December. The loan is believed to be a dry loan with no purchase option included.
The only downside to Hamano’s arrival is that she will miss a couple of games this spring alongside fellow Japan international Toko Koga for the Asian Cup. Claire Hunt will also be absent during that period for international duty.
Spurs Positioning for Top Four Finish
Tottenham’s aggressive January business signals their ambition to finish in the top four or five this season. Reports suggest they are not finished in the transfer market with Julie Blakstad and Larissa Mühlhaus also mentioned as potential targets.
The club has moved swiftly to address squad weaknesses after struggling in the first half of the campaign. Hamano’s versatility gives Ho tactical flexibility as Spurs look to climb the WSL table when they return from the winter break on January 10.
Chelsea
(Photos) Chelsea Star Sam Kerr Marries USWNT’s Kristie Mewis in Australian Wedding of the Year as Matildas Captain Carries Son Jagger Down Aisle
Sam Kerr married longtime partner Kristie Mewis in a stunning New Year’s Eve ceremony at Dionysus Villa in Perth’s Swan Valley. The Chelsea striker and former USWNT midfielder, who welcomed son Jagger earlier in 2025, exchanged vows in front of 120 guests at the luxurious Venetian inspired estate in what Australian media dubbed “Australian sport’s wedding of the year.”
Kerr dazzled in a classic black tuxedo with a white buttonhole rose while Mewis wore a white sparkling gown featuring a corset and long veil. In a touching moment, Kerr carried their seven month old son down the aisle with Mewis later revealing on her podcast that she would “sob when that happens.”
Matildas Stars Among Superstar Guests
The guestlist included several of Kerr’s Matildas teammates including Steph Catley, Mackenzie Arnold and Alanna Kennedy, who all wore black outfits in line with the dress code. Arsenal stars Caitlin Foord and Katie McCabe also attended alongside former United States teammate Stephanie McCaffrey.
The couple got engaged in late 2023 after meeting in 2019 and officially announcing their relationship in 2021. They celebrated into the early hours of 2026 before flying back to London with baby Jagger after a brief stay at the Crown Towers hotel.
A full honeymoon is on hold due to Kerr’s upcoming fixture for Chelsea against West Ham on January 11th.
Wedding Caps Remarkable Recovery
The ceremony caps a remarkable two years for Kerr following her ACL injury sustained in January 2024 that kept her out for 20 months. Her recovery was extended due to an undiscovered issue with the surgical graft that caused persistent pain and dark days during rehabilitation.
She made her return in September 2025, scoring her 100th Chelsea goal minutes after coming off the bench against Aston Villa.
Also read: Sjoeke Nüsken Open to Chelsea Exit as Bayern Munich Circle, Expresses Her Preference
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Top Women’s Football Free Agents in 2026 as Lucy Bronze, Bunny Shaw and Georgia Stanway Among Stars With Expiring Contracts
A large number of high profile players in women’s football will become free agents this summer with reigning WSL champions Chelsea facing the potential departure of eight first team stars. Lucy Bronze, Hannah Hampton, Millie Bright, Aggie Beever Jones, Sam Kerr, Catarina Macario, Guro Reiten and Rebecca Spencer are all out of contract or require options to be exercised.
All Chelsea players are available to sign pre contracts with clubs outside the WSL from this month. Macario is the player most likely to leave amid interest from NWSL side Bay FC, with the United States international having found game time limited under Sonia Bompastor this season.
Arsenal Face Major Contract Decisions
Arsenal also have several top players requiring action including Emily Fox, Katie McCabe, Kim Little, Stina Blackstenius and Beth Mead. Mead could be on the move after being linked with London City Lionesses last summer, though the Gunners will be desperate to retain the Euro 2025 winner.
Manchester City face losing WSL leading goalscorer Bunny Shaw on a free transfer this summer. Leila Ouahabi and Laura Coombs are also both out of contract at the Joie Stadium. Manchester United will be keen to exercise the option on Ella Toone’s deal after the midfielder was awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours List.
European Stars Available
England midfielder Georgia Stanway is attracting interest from clubs including Arsenal with her Bayern Munich contract expiring. Barcelona face uncertainty over several stars including Alexia Putellas, Mapi Leon, Salma Paralluelo and Caroline Graham Hansen.
Caroline Weir is on an expiring contract at Real Madrid while former England number one Mary Earps could leave Paris Saint Germain. Trinity Rodman’s Washington Spirit contract expires with WSL champions Chelsea among clubs interested in the United States forward.
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