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Tottenham leaving no stone unturned to get first XI ace ready to face Aston Villa

Tottenham are enjoying a brilliant start to the new campaign under Thomas Frank this season. The Lilywhites are flying high in the Premier League and see themselves sitting third on the league table, just two points behind league leaders Arsenal.

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From Arteta to Fabregas: 10 Best Gunners who swapped the pitch for the dugout

With Jack Wilshere poised to become a manager for the first time this week, it is only fitting we look at how other Gunners have fared. Plus, it is the international break and I like a list.

SS Lazio News / Football Italia / October 14

Castellanos nothing but trouble for Sarri between injury and transfer embargo

The injury to Taty Castellanos only serves to amplify the problems at Lazio, as the club was effectively forced to keep hold of him this season. The centre-forward would probably have been on the transfer market over the summer if it hadn’t been for the transfer embargo preventing the Aquile from signing any replacements.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 14

Insane key passes stat gives summer signing a great chance of second league start on Saturday

With Cole Palmer out injured and a number of attackers coming back from international duty, we reckon there’s a good chance that Facundo Buonanotte gets a start against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

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Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / October 14

Liverpool now ‘in direct contact’ with Premier League club to sign versatile attacker with 28 goals,13 assists, price has been set

Antoine Semenyo is a player in huge demand after an explosive start to the new Premier League season. Several clubs have been linked with a move including Manchester United, Tottenham and Liverpool.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

Vinai Venkatesham identifies Tottenham priorities; committed to secure first XI star’s long term future

Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven has made an impressive start under Thomas Frank this season. The Netherlands international, who arrived from Wolfsburg in the summer of 2023, has not managed to be a regular starter due to injury problems.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 14

The Emirates Stadium – Almost 20 Years of Arsenal’s Home

The Emirates Stadium has been the home of Arsenal for almost 20 years, since the 2006-07 campaign. This seems an appropriate topic to revisit, with plans now in place to expand its capacity to 70,000 and make it the second-largest stadium in the Premier League once again.

Aston Villa News / Field Level Media / October 14

USMNT, Atlanta United GK Brad Guzan announces retirement

Longtime U.S. Men's National Team and MLS goalkeeper Brad Guzan announced his retirement on Tuesday, ending a decorated 21-year career. Guzan, who turned 41 last month, will finish the regular season Saturday when his Atlanta United host D.C.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 14

Exclusive: Date given for Chelsea’s injured star to return to Blues squad after 'positive' updates

Our writer Simon Phillips has just put up an exclusive update on his Substack which claims that Liam Delap’s recovery is “going well” and that we should expect to see him back on the grass by the end of this month.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 14

Journalist claims 24-year-old PL winner is a player 'Chelsea would want in January'

Chelsea are reportedly interested in the Barcelona defender, Eric Garcia. The 24-year-old has played in the Premier League before with Manchester City, and Chelsea are looking to bring him back to the Premier League.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / October 14

Man United want 27-year-old who has created most big chances in Europe’s top five leagues this season

Manchester United are interested in signing the Inter Milan defender Federico DiMarco. The 27-year-old Italian has been in fine form for the Italian outfit this season, and he could prove to be an excellent addition for Manchester United.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

Tottenham star reveals future plans amidst transfer interest; ‘The truth’ is now public

Tottenham defender Pedro Porro is among several players thriving under Thomas Frank this season. The Spanish international has quickly established himself as a key figure in the Lilywhites’ setup, becoming one of the first names on the team sheet as Spurs look to build on last season’s Europa League success.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 14

'Not good enough' – Chelsea are pushing for new player after first choice disappoints

Football Insider are continuing to insist that Chelsea are keen on signing Mike Maignan the AC Milan goalkeeper. Former Manchester United scout Mick Brown has been explaining how keen the Blues are on the France international keeper: “Chelsea have been talked about with Maignan for a long time,” he told the site.

Crystal Palace News / We All Follow United / October 14

Premier League rivals keen to tie down Manchester United target; new contract in the offing

Manchester United have often been on the run for young midfielders who have been calm on the ball, along with their vision to influence matches. Of late, they have shortlisted one such player, and he is none other than Crystal Palace midfielder, Adam Wharton.

Bournemouth AFC News / Yardbarker / October 14

Europe’s elite circling as key detail emerges in Bournemouth star’s future

His rise from a promising Championship prospect to one of the Premier League’s most explosive forwards has not gone unnoticed, and a new detail in his Bournemouth contract could soon make him one of Europe’s most sought-after players.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 14

Matt Law: Chelsea will not give key player raise like Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson

The rather eyebrow raising events on Moises Caicedo’s social media account yesterday have now had a semi official response from the midfielder, via the well connected Telegraph writer Matt Law.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

Tottenham must fend off London rivals for Barcelona star; key factor could seal the deal

Tottenham’s improved defensive performances have been one of the standout positives under Thomas Frank this season. The Lilywhites have looked far more compact and organised at the back, making it increasingly difficult for opposition teams to create clear-cut chances.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 14

Report: Man United eyeing up move for 'old-fashioned striker' with 17 goals last season

Manchester United are interested in signing the Crystal Palace attacker Jean-Philippe Mateta in the coming months, as per Fichajes. The 28-year-old French attacker has done quite well in the Premier League, and he has 17 goals to his name in all competitions last season.

Manchester United News / We All Follow United / October 14