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David Ornstein confirms Arsenal have explored Sandro Tonali transfer

David Ornstein has reported on Sandro Tonali and Arsenal after some surprise rumours doing the rounds earlier today. Posting on X just moments ago, Ornstein confirmed that Arsenal explored a deal for Tonali after being offered the Newcastle United midfielder.

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FC Dallas transfer GK Maarten Paes to Ajax

FC Dallas transferred veteran goalkeeper Maarten Paes to Dutch powerhouse Ajax on Monday. The 27-year-old Netherlands native recorded 26 clean sheets in 128 appearances from 2022-25.

Bologna News / Football Italia / February 2

Milan star Pulisic ruled out of Bologna clash

Milan are travelling to Bologna for an away Serie A match without their star Christian Pulisic, reports Sky Sport Italia. USMNT star Pulisic won’t be available for Tuesday’s Serie A match between his Milan side and Bologna at the Stadio Dall’Ara.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Argentina Superstar Produces ‘Total’ Performance’

Inter Milan talisman Lautaro Martinez continued his free-scoring Serie A form in yesterday’s win over Cremonese. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the Argentine center-forward produced a ‘total’ performance at Stadio Giovanni Zini.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Rugani joins Fiorentina from Juventus for total €2.5m agreement

Daniele Rugani has officially joined Fiorentina on loan from Juventus, with an option to buy, which will reportedly become an obligation if they stay in Serie A.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Liverpool deadline-day business confirmed as next deal is announced

Liverpool have completed another piece of transfer deadline day business by bringing goalkeeper Harvey Davies back to Anfield from his loan spell at Crawley Town.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Romagnoli’s agent hits out at Lazio over failed Al-Sadd move and unpaid wages

Alessio Romagnoli’s agent Enzo Raiola explains how the defender’s move to Al-Sadd fell through and reveals that Lazio owe wages from previous months. Romagnoli’s proposed transfer to Al-Sadd collapsed last week, and the defender is destined to terminate the current campaign at Lazio.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Poland Superstar Excels In Midfield: Navigates Play With ‘Joystick’

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski reigned supreme in Sunday’s Serie A triumph over Cremonese at Stadio Giovanni Zini. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 31-year-old star put on a show in Cremona.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 2

Official: Juventus sign young Manchester City striker until 2029

Juventus have announced the signing of English-Nigerian teenager Justin Oboavwoduo, who has completed a deadline-day move from Manchester City. The young centre-forward joined Man City’s academy at a tender age.

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Swiss Veteran Makes Two Crucial Interventions To Keep Another Clean Sheet

Inter Milan goalkeeper Yann Sommer registered another clean sheet yesterday as the Nerazzurri beat Cremonese 2-0 on the road. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 37-year-old star delivered a reassuring performance at Stadio Giovanni Zini.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

‘Liverpool could do it’ – Sky pundit suggests Reds may ‘look at’ free transfer for 34-goal wizard

Ex-Premier League striker Jay Bothroyd has suggested that Liverpool could potentially consider bringing Harry Wilson back to Anfield on a free transfer this year.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Italy Wingback Boasts ‘Striker Numbers’ After Another Assist

Federico Dimarco registered another assist in Sunday’s Serie A showdown between Cremonese and Inter Milan. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, many elite strikers would envy the Italian wingback’s numbers.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Guides Nerazzurri To Victory With 'Serenity & Determination'

Cristian Chivu guided Inter Milan to a comfortable 2-0 win over Serie A minnows Cremonese on Sunday evening. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, he did that with ‘serenity and determination.’ The Nerazzurri maintained their perfect league record against La Cremo in the 21st century with a commanding win.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Report – Inter Milan Receive Double Injury Boost Ahead Of Derby d’Italia Clash Vs Juventus

Inter Milan stars Nicolo Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu could reportedly return for the upcoming Serie A clash against Juventus. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, there’s an outside chance for the midfield duo to feature against Sassuolo next weekend.

Manchester City News / Football Italia / February 2

Oboavwoduo: Juventus confirm 19-year-old striker move from Man City Academy

Justin Oboavwoduo has joined Juventus Next Gen from the Manchester City academy, signing a contract until June 2028. English striker Oboavwoduo has joined Serie A giants Juventus from Manchester City.

Real Betis News / Extratime Talk / February 2

Copa Libertadores and CONCACAF Champions Cup 2026 First Phase Begins

February will see the opening phase of the 2026 Copa Libertadores and the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup get underway. While most of the continent’s heavyweights will enter later rounds, the early stages feature a group of ambitious clubs still dreaming of a deep run on the continental stage.

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Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / February 2

Thomas Frank & Co atoned for Son Heung-min; It’s all yours Arsenal – Opinion

That 2-2 thriller of a game between Tottenham and Manchester City on Sunday felt like one of those nights where the outcome of the game matters much more than three points.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 2

What Arne Engels bids say about Brendan’s big money signings

Does the Nottingham Forest bids for Arne Engels bid prove Brendan Rodgers ‘big money signings’ weren’t a waste of money after all?… With the news filtering

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 2

Three main candidates eyed as Pep Guardiola expected to leave Manchester City this summer

Manchester City reportedly have Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca, and Cesc Fabregas as their three main candidates to replace Pep Guardiola. According to the Telegraph, it is considered increasingly likely that this will be Guardiola’s final season in charge at the Etihad Stadium.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 2

Harvey Elliott future sorted amid struggles at Aston Villa this season

Harvey Elliott now looks increasingly likely to see out the season at Aston Villa, despite uncertainty surrounding his long-term future at Villa Park, according to BBC.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Journalist hints at potential Liverpool right-back raid after Geertruida pursuit hits the rocks

Liverpool reportedly have an alternative right-back transfer target in mind, having had to abandon any prospect of a late-window raid for Lutsharel Geertruida.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 2

'We are active' confirms Frank as Tottenham face race against time to sign 23-year-old

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing the AS Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. The 23-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to the north London club, and a report from Football London claims that Tottenham are now facing a race against time to sign the player.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 2

Newcastle United have the chance to sign ‘one of the most lethal strikers in Europe’

Newcastle United have reportedly been offered the chance to bring Jhon Durán back to the Premier League before the transfer deadline, as intermediaries explore options for the forward’s future.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

James Pearce: Liverpool could greenlight defender’s exit today despite Anfield injury crisis

James Pearce has reported that Liverpool could greenlight a deadline-day loan exit for Calvin Ramsay if a ‘suitable offer’ comes their way. The 22-year-old

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

Chelsea have just 'rebuffed an offer' from Premier League side for first team player

Chelsea have reportedly just rebuffed an offer from Crystal Palace to sign centre back Josh Acheampong on loan this transfer window. Acheampong has been the subject of big offers coming in apparently as well this window, although this story is on a loan move for the young defender.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 2

'Not finalised' – Reliable reporter puts doubt in Chelsea getting their new CB today

A reliable reporter has cast some doubt over whether Chelsea will actually get Mamdou Sarr back in the door today or not. Most of us thought it was a done deal, with Fabrizio Romano calling the ‘Here We Go’ on it late last night.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

'Not entirely sure' – Journalist reveals last minute twist on Chelsea centre back deal

A journalist has revealed a potential last minute twist in the proposed loan move of centre back Axel Disasi to West Ham today. We are well into transfer deadline day now, with just the afternoon left for clubs to agree deals and get them over the line – by 7pm this evening UK time.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 2

Just in: Deal ‘considered done’ – United ‘expected to announce’ transfer for ‘excellent’ star before deadline

Manchester United’s Ethan Wheatley will join Bradford City on loan before this evening’s 7pm transfer deadline. According to Manchester World journalist Rich Fay, the ‘deal is considered done’ and has been since last week, despite the Bantams welcoming both Paul Mullin and Kayden Jackson to their ranks.