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Newcastle join race to bring €25-30m-rated star back to the Premier League

Newcastle United are interested in signing the French international midfielder Matteo Guendouzi. The 26-year-old has not been at his best this season, and he is being linked with a move away from Lazio.

Napoli News / Football Italia / November 19

Osimhen intermediary reveals Napoli regret at 75m Galatasaray deal

Transfer mediator George Gardi explains how he had to ‘convince’ Victor Osimhen to join Galatasaray, why Napoli got short-changed at €75m and clubs who offered €10-15m more than the release clause.

Villarreal News / Caught Offside / November 19

Disgruntled Chelsea player ‘open to options’ as January window approaches

Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. The 23-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities since joining the London club, and he is ‘open to options’ in January.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / November 19

Barcelona 'asked Robert Lewandowski to stop scoring goals' during debut season

Back in 2022, Barcelona raised eyebrows with their decision to splash out €45m on a 34-year-old Robert Lewandowski. However, this decision has been fully justified in the three years since the Poland international arrived in Catalonia, with him having scored 109 goals in 158 appearances across all competitions.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 19

Tottenham backed to beat Liverpool to ‘marquee’ 2026 signing

Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo has put Tottenham Hotspur and several other Premier League clubs on red alert ahead of the January transfer window after details of his release clause emerged last week.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 19

'Super impressive' player is unhappy at Tottenham, January exit on the cards

Mathys Tel has been linked with a move away from Tottenham during the January transfer window. The 20-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the North London club, and he is unhappy right now.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / November 19

Real Madrid star determined to win over Xabi Alonso – 'He sees my dedication'

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has been very clear that Vinicius Junior is his preferred left winger, which is bad news for Rodrygo Goes. The 24-year-old has struggled for prominence this season, with only three of his 13 appearances across all competitions being from the start.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / November 19

Insider’s contacts have informed him 'Newcastle is the preferred option' for Barcelona target

Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar. The player has been linked with Barcelona as well, but Keith Wyness claims that Newcastle would be his preferred option.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 19

Arsenal finally ends controversial sponsorship deal

Arsenal have formally concluded their controversial sponsorship arrangement with the Rwandan government, as reported by Arsenal Media. The partnership, which spanned eight years, had long divided opinion among supporters, many of whom were uneasy with the club’s association with the East African nation.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 19

Tottenham scouts continue to keep tabs on rising Bundesliga sensation; huge future at N17?

Tottenham’s rising star Luka Vuskovic continues to impress this season after making a strong start with HSV Hamburg in the Bundesliga. The talented youngster has been one of the standout performers for the German side, featuring in nine matches and helping them climb to 13th in the league table.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / November 19

Journalist claims Barcelona player influenced Xavi Hernandez dismissal

It has been 18 months since Barcelona took the decision to sack Xavi Hernandez, and replaced him with Hansi Flick. The saga with the former head coach was one that lasted several months, and it has now been claimed that the final decision was influenced by one of the club’s most influential players.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 19

Tottenham could land Saudi star for a bargain €20m in January

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to strengthen their midfield in the upcoming transfer window. They focused heavily on attacking reinforcements during the summer, bringing in Mohammed Kudus, Xavi Simons, and Randal Kolo Muani whilst turning Mathys Tel’s loan from Bayern Munich into a permanent deal.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 19

Tottenham backed to make loan push for La Liga ace who with the ‘magic dust’

Since the change in the leadership structure at Tottenham Hotspur earlier this year, ENIC are ready to move slightly from their youth-oriented transfer strategy and go after ready-made stars.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 19

Arsenal suffers fresh blow on the recovery of key man

Arsenal have suffered a fresh setback in their efforts to bring Kai Havertz back onto the pitch. The German attacker has endured an injury-prone spell in recent months and has been unavailable since making only a brief appearance at the start of the season.

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Philadelphia Union News / Field Level Media / November 19

Union put Ernst Tanner on leave as MLS reopens probe into conduct

The Philadelphia Union placed sporting director Ernst Tanner on administrative leave Wednesday as Major League Soccer reopened its investigation into his alleged misconduct.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 19

'Sources' at Chelsea are saying some very interesting things about Enzo Fernandez

Enzo Fernandez is taking a well earned break this week after withdrawing from Argentina duty to recover from a knee injury. That’s prompted some interesting discussion about his season so far, and his time at Chelsea as a whole.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 19

Tottenham favourites to land 24-year-old Aston Villa target who could 'be a superstar'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Takefusa Kubo from La Liga club Real Sociedad. Aston Villa are interested in the 24-year-old Japanese international as well, but a report from Fichajes claims that Tottenham are currently favourites to secure his signature.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 19