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Chelsea’s biggest 'tactical lesson' for Maresca remains a weakness well into his second season

Chelsea games are coming thick and fast right now – it’s hard to find a minute to take a breath and look at the season as a whole. The Athletic have tried to do that today with a look at Enzo Maresca’s time at the club so far – what he’s doing well, what he’s doing not so well, and what we don’t yet know.

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Stellar Season Rises Milan Urgency on Pulisic Renewal

Christian Pulisic has been the gift that keeps on giving for Milan this season and saved the day off the bench in the most recent game against Torino despite being in serious jeopardy of missing it because of an illness.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 11

Harry Kane makes ‘release clause’ decision as Tottenham return remains on the cards for the legendary forward

Just as Tottenham fans bid farewell to one of their legendary players, Heung-Min Son, on Tuesday night before the club’s Champions League clash against Slavia Prague, another Spurs legend was in action, this time wearing the Bayern Munich jersey, when his team faced Sporting at home in the same competition.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 11

How many points Juventus need to qualify for Champions League playoffs

Juventus might be closing in on a place in the Champions League play-off round, but they have yet to reach the finish line. UEFA introduced a new and expanded format that came into effect last season.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 11

Player’s actions in last 24 hours could open door for Liverpool transfer

Liverpool may be interested in developments with Nico Schlotterbeck at Borussia Dortmund in the last 24 hours. It seems the Germany international is now seen as increasingly likely to leave Dortmund in the summer after becoming unhappy with the club and looking for a new challenge.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 11

Mourinho admits he’d return to Italy to celebrate title with one team

José Mourinho admits he would even ‘go to the Circo Massimo’ to celebrate the Serie A title with Roma, but ‘unfortunately’, only Milan, Inter and Napoli will fight for the Scudetto.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 11

Chelsea eyeing move for Barcelona midfielder with 2 Spanish senior appearances

Chelsea are reportedly eyeing a move for a Barcelona midfielder who has played just two times for the Spanish senior team. The Blues have been pretty quiet in terms of any big transfer noise for January, but there are certainly a few little rumours bubbling away.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 11

Ex-Barca chief reveals they almost signed 'special player' ahead of Manchester United

Former Barcelona director Jordi Cruyff has admitted the club almost signed Antony from Ajax while he was there, though they instead chose to bring in Raphinha.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / December 11

Acerbi and Calhanoglu injury updates as Inter release statement

Inter say that Francesco Acerbi has suffered a ‘strain in his right thigh’ and, according to reports in Italy, he’ll remain out of action for circa one month, while Hakan Calhanoglu could return in time for next week’s Supercoppa.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 11

Thurs afternoon update: Journo confirms fresh team news out of Carrington as three first-teamers are nowhere to be seen

Ruben Amorim might still be navigating a few injury woes heading into the side’s clash against Bournemouth. Thankfully for the Manchester United boss,

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 11

Marli Salmon enters Champions League top ten after his Arsenal debut

Arsenal have faced criticism in the past regarding their pathway for young talent, particularly when Ayden Heaven and Chido Obi Martin both departed for Manchester United within the space of six months.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Extratime Talk / December 11

Real Madrid vs Man City 1-2: Real Madrid Form Continues To Increase Pressure on Xabi Alonso

The current Real Madrid form is worrying, as they lost to Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu in a UEFA Champions League match, adding to the pressure already on their manager, Xabi Alonso.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 11

Former Chelsea player says the club 'made a mistake' by letting player go in summer

A former Chelsea player believes that the club have made a mistake by letting a player go in the summer just gone. Paul Parker, who actually played most of his games in his career for Manchester United, did actually also play for Chelsea too!

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 11

'The bare minimum' Madueke wants to give even more to Arsenal

Noni Madueke has continued his impressive form this season with another standout performance, scoring twice as Arsenal secured a convincing victory over Club Brugge last night.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 11

New suitor hellbent on signing ‘wonderful’ Man Utd star in January; This could be a game-changer

AC Milan have become the latest club in Serie A to express their interest in signing Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutchman has been playing his football at Old Trafford since making the £37.5 million move from Bologna in the summer of 2024.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 11

Mikel Arteta praises Jesus mental toughness after his injury return

Gabriel Jesus made a welcome return from injury during Arsenal’s Champions League victory over Club Brugge last night, a moment that many supporters had been anticipating.

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Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 11

Crisis talks at Liverpool: Arne Slot and club hierarchy ready to deal with Mo Salah

Tensions at Liverpool have reached a boiling point as senior figures Richard Hughes, Michael Edwards, and manager Arne Slot prepare to hold emergency talks with Mohamed Salah following the forward’s controversial comments that have thrown the club into turmoil.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / December 11

Sources: Liverpool begin 'work on replacing Salah' with 11 G/A Man United transfer target

Liverpool are understood to be eyeing up Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola as they begin background work on replacing Mohamed Salah. As first

Torino News / To The Lane And Back / December 11

Thomas Frank reveals three key things he likes about Mohammed Kudus’ Tottenham form

Mohammed Kudus delivered yet another strong display in Tottenham Hotspur’s comprehensive 3-0 success over Slavia Praha in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 11

Tottenham hold talks with agents of £88m star who will add 'freshness and unpredictability'

Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. The 19-year-old winger is highly rated across Europe, and Tottenham are monitoring his progress.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 11

Are the Lewis Family now going for the jugular, as in Daniel Levy’s Tottenham shares?

Daniel Levy stepped down as Executive Chairman of Tottenham Hotspur on September 4, 2025, after nearly 25 years in the role, marking the end of one of the longest tenures in Premier League history.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 11

Report: Man United willing to pay as much as €100 million to sign midfield target

Manchester United are preparing one of their most ambitious transfer moves in recent years, with reports from Fichajes claiming the club are ready to table a €100 million bid for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 11

Report: Chelsea prepared to offer €60m for Bundesliga star in January, Bayern also in the race

Chelsea are considering making a January move for RB Leipzig central defender Castello Lukeba according to reports. The Blues lost Levi Colwill to an ACL injury in before the start of the season, but opted against signing another centre back, despite public pleas from Enzo Maresca.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 11

Emery gives blunt response on Elliott dilemma leaving future in limbo

Liverpool find ourselves watching a difficult situation unfold from a distance, as Harvey Elliott’s season at Aston Villa has drifted into uncertainty at the worst possible time.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 11

Chelsea player had new boots inspired by Ronaldinho with expectations to play

One Chelsea player bought some new boots inspired by footballing legend Ronaldinho, but was unable to test them out. I believe that there would have been a couple of very frustrated Brazilians watching on when Chelsea lost 2-1 against Atalanta on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 11

Club director refuses to rule out January move for ‘fantastic’ Man Utd star, they will ‘evaluate’ situation

Napoli chief Giovanni Manna was pressed on a potential move for Kobbie Mainoo in 2026, and he couldn’t rule it out. The reigning Serie A champions have continued to be linked with Manchester United’s young starlet ever since he privately expressed his desire to leave on loan at the end of the summer window.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 11

A Manchester City left-back shone on the biggest stage against Real Madrid

Manchester City came from a goal down to beat Real Madrid 2-1 at the Bernabeu last night. The win was crucial to Manchester City’s Champions League campaign as Pep Guardiola’s side consolidated their place in the top-eight of of the UEFA Champions League league phase table.