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Milan agreement for Mateta who prefers Rossoneri over Nottingham Forest – report

La Gazzetta dello Sport claims Milan have agreed a deal to bring in Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace for €30m, with the striker favouring a switch to San Siro rather than joining Nottingham Forest.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 30

Sources: Manchester United star 'open' to Serie A transfer as talks begin

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has already had some initial talks over a return to Serie A giants Inter Milan. As first reported here in my exclusive for the Daily Briefing, Man Utd and Onana expect to go their separate ways this summer.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 30

Goal-scorer Dominic Solanke reveals what was on his mind after coming on in the second half against Frankfurt

Dominic Solanke came off the bench and scored in Tottenham Hotspur’s 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League. Randal Kolo Muani and Dominic Solanke scored in each half to help Tottenham Hotspur secure a 2-0 away success over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / January 30

Shift in thinking at Real Madrid could have significant consequences in transfer plans

Real Madrid’s loss to Benfica on Wednesday night was described as embarassing by Kylian Mbappe, and Jude Bellingham noted that he was lost for words at ‘another game like this’.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 30

Kolo Muani eager to return to Juventus but Spurs continue to resist

Tottenham Hotspur striker Randal Kolo Muani is reportedly determined to seal a move to Juventus for the second January in a row. The 27-year-old was hoping to stay in Turin following his six-month loan spell, but the negotiations between the Bianconeri and Paris Saint-Germain faltered in the final days of the summer transfer market.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / January 30

The three-word message Arteta gave Arsenal players after Man Utd loss as he tackles 'fear of failure'

Arsenal manager Michel Arteta gave an important message to his players after last weekend’s disappointing defeat at home to Manchester United. The Gunners saw their lead at the top of the Premier League table reduced to four points after a surprise result at the Emirates Stadium, and Arteta held a special meeting with his team the following day.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 30

Champions League play-off draw: start time, rules, where to watch on TV

The Champions League play-off draw takes place today, Friday, January 30, 2026, at 12:00 CET, involving Inter, Juventus and Atalanta. Serie A sides Inter, Juventus and Atalanta will find out their opponents in the Champions League knock-out play-off today.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 30

Not Zirkzee: Another senior Man Utd man is ‘attracting interest’ and ‘looking for a solution’ to game time woes

Tyrell Malacia is reportedly ‘looking for a solution’ to his Manchester United woes before Monday’s transfer deadline. According to Voetbal International journalist Joost Blauuwhof, the full-back is ‘attracting interest’ from suitors in Italy, Turkey and, in case he wanted to ply his trade outside of Europe, the United States.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 30

Report: €20m Chelsea ace accused of lack of 'professionalism,' yet to make his debut

Chelsea youngster Kendry Paez has been accused of having a lack of “professionalism” during his time at Strasburg according to reports. The Blues originally signed Paez as a 16-year-old from Ecuadorian side Independiente del Valle in 2023 for around €20m.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 30

Elliott’s Villa return shows why his future still looks blocked

Harvey Elliott finally returned to competitive action for Aston Villa against Red Bull Salzburg, but his performance did little to change the reality of his situation.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 30

Confirmed: As well as Dorgu – Man United defender now facing ‘around four weeks out’ with ‘calf issue’

Manchester United youngster Tyler Fredricson is set to spend a brief period on the sidelines. The news was confirmed by reputable journalist Simon Peach on Thursday, who says that the 20-year-old has suffered a ‘calf issue’ and is now facing ‘around four weeks out’.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 30

'That’s it' – Eden Hazard offers some words of advice to 'top class' Estevao

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard believes Estevao Willian is a “top class” player as he handed the teenager some words of advice. Estevao finally arrived at Chelsea after the Club World Cup last summer, and has hit the ground running at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 30

Report: Chelsea remain in talks to sign Liverpool transfer target immediately

Chelsea are reportedly still in talks over getting a deal done for Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet before the end of this transfer window. The Blues are joined by Liverpool and Bayern Munich in pursuing Jacquet, but Rennes remain keen to keep the talented young defender until at least the end of the season.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 30

Tottenham line up late January move for 'absolute top player' with 15 assists

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the French winger Moussa Diaby from Al-Ittihad. The 26-year-old has impressed in the Saudi Pro League, and he has been linked with a return to European football.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 30

Chelsea linked with brand new centre back name ahead of transfer deadline

Chelsea have been linked with a brand new centre back name ahead of the transfer deadline day this coming Monday. The Blues have been looking at signing new centre backs now for the last month, as it appears to be the one position that new head coach Liam Rosenior wants to sign in.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 30

Talks held: Raheem Sterling’s reps speaking with 7-8 clubs after leaving Chelsea on free transfer

Raheem Sterling is reportedly in talks with a long list of clubs after being made a free agent by Chelsea this week. According to Sky Sports, the former Arsenal loanee’s representatives are speaking with as many as seven clubs of Champions League level.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 30

Luckhurst: ‘Expected to join’ – United tipped to announce deal on Friday as player recovers from injury just in time

Toby Collyer is ‘expected to join’ Hull City on loan from Manchester United before Monday’s deadline, as per Samuel Luckhurst. The move has been in the works for well over a fortnight, with the Tigers ready to welcome Collyer to their ranks after initially missing out on his signature last summer.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 30

Bidding war: Man United star suddenly targeted by two of Europe’s biggest clubs

Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot has reportedly become a surprise transfer target for Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. According to journalist Ekrem Konur, the Portugal international is looking set to be at the centre of a bidding war as both Real and Bayern want him as cover due to injuries in their defences.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 30

Manager remarkably announces his team’s next opponents have signed Man Utd star – before the club itself

Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann has announced that Bradford City have signed Ethan Wheatley – before the Bantams or Manchester United themselves.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 29

Newcastle United will challenge Arsenal for Madrid star

Newcastle United have emerged as a serious contender for the signature of Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Diaz, placing them in direct competition with Arsenal.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 29

Paul Scholes predicts a difficult day at Leeds for Arsenal

Arsenal face Leeds United in the Premier League this weekend, with the Gunners determined to return to winning ways after a challenging run of results.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 29

A Manchester City left-back was superb for City against Galatasaray

After arriving at Manchester City from Wolverhampton Wanderers last summer, Rayan Ait-Nouri has had a stop-start beginning to his City career. Injury and his participation at AFCON have held Ait-Nouri back this season, as has Nico O’Reilly’s rise to become Manchester City’s first-choice left-back.