Main news from English football on April 14th 2025

On the day when Man City triggered Gundogan’s one-year contract extension, Amorim confirmed Zirkzee’s absence for the crucial Europa League clash against Lyon, and it was reported that Saka was closing in on extending his Arsenal contract. Elsewhere, it was reported that Jorginho was set to miss Arsenal's second leg at Madrid, and Newcastle confirmed Howe will miss further games after being diagnosed with pneumonia.