Main news from English football on February 20th 2025

On the day when Guardiola said that 'nothing lasts forever' as he lamented the 'worst' Man City campaign, Real Madrid eyed a Premier League trio for a defensive overhaul and Chelsea eyed a £70m move for Guehi amid Premier League interest. Meanwhile, it was reported that Liverpool's Bradley would be ruled out for Man City and Newcastle clashes and that Mainoo would be out for United for six weeks. Elsewhere, Guardiola reiterated his intention to stay as Newcastle announced new deals for Dubravka and Krafth.