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Arne Slot stays tight-lipped on ‘world-class’ midfielder linked with Anfield return

The loan move that saw Harvey Elliott join Aston Villa in search of regular minutes may have reached a premature end. After a challenging four months at Villa Park, the 22-year-old midfielder is expected to return to Liverpool in the January transfer window, following confirmation that his stay in the Midlands will not be made permanent.

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Manchester City agree January deal with Girona 'against player’s wishes'

Girona desperate need signings, and they have already finalised an agreement for their first one to come in as soon as the winter transfer window opens.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 23

Juventus wants to poach another Bayern Munich teenager

Juventus famously poached Kenan Yildiz from Bayern Munich and appears to have identified another promising talent at the German club, whom they believe could follow a similar path.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / December 23

Bayern Munich Get Huge Update on PSG, Real Madrid-Linked Star

According to Foot Mercato reporter Santi Aouna, Dayot Upamecano is close to reaching a contract extension with Bayern Munich. Talks are nearly complete, with only one outstanding point remaining regarding the release clause.

Manchester United News / centredevils / December 23

Paul Midgley to join Manchester United

Manchester United have been known to develop some of the world’s best players over the years. Whether it has been Sir Bobby Charlton or George Best, their success at developing young players stems back a long time.

Report: 25-year-old wide player told to turn down West Ham move

West Ham United have been linked with a move for the Utrecht defender Souffian El Karouani. The 25-year-old left-back is expected to be on the move during the January transfer window, but he has been told to turn down a move to the London club.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / December 23

Former player gives strong backing to Xabi Alonso amid Real Madrid uncertainty

Xabi Alonso is under significant pressure at Real Madrid, having only arrived in the summer from Bayer Leverkusen. The 44-year-old is revered at the Bundesliga club, whom he led to their first ever league title during the 2023-24 season.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Caught Offside / December 23

Report: Decision now imminent as Newcastle player seeks January exit

Newcastle United striker William Osula has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. The 22-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the Premier League club, and he needs to leave in order to play more often.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / December 23

AS Roma interested in potential January move for ostracised Chelsea defender

AS Roma are interested in out-of-favour Chelsea centre-back Axel Disasi, who is among the few players the London club could offload in January, according to reports.

Crystal Palace News / Real Madrid CF on SI / December 23

Real Madrid Reportedly Receives Bad News Regarding Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano

Real Madrid have been linked with numerous players next summer, none more frequently than Bayern Munich player Dayot Upamecano. The French center-back is out of contract in June 2026, and Bayern have been working hard to agree on a contract extension.

Aston Villa News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan defender Tomori sets sights on World Cup with England

Milan defender Fikayo Tomori insists his World Cup ambition remains alive as he continues to re-establish himself as a key figure at San Siro. The England international is approaching his fifth anniversary with Milan in January and has rediscovered a regular starting role after a difficult couple of seasons.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Tottenham competing with 'top, top teams' for Ligue 1 star after scouting him

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. The 23-year-old has done quite well for the French outfit, and he could prove to be an excellent acquisition for Tottenham.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 23

Tottenham could net up to £5million from their pre-season plans in Australia

Tottenham Hotspur announced earlier this month that they will be participating in the Sydney Super Cup as part of their 2026 pre-season tour. Four teams, Tottenham, Chelsea, Western Sydney Wanderers and Sydney FC, will take part in that competition.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 23

Barcelona cool interest in primary defensive target due to wage demands

Barcelona have made the centre-back position their priority for 2026, with the Catalan giants looking to improve at the back. However it seems they are poised to miss out on their top target for the position.

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Asian Nations to Watch Out for at the 2026 World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup less than a year away, attention is already turning to the teams from Asia who will be competing on football’s biggest stage.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 23

Barcelona pursuit of defender cools down due to wage demands

Barcelona have plans to sign a new central defender in 2026, with someone potentially coming in as soon as January. A number of candidates are being considered, with the pursuit being led by the club’s sporting director, Deco.

RB Leipzig News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan doubts over Nkunku role but January exit unlikely

Milan are already asking themselves questions about Christopher Nkunku, but finding a solution in January will not be easy. The issue is not only Nkunku himself, but also the role he has been asked to play.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / December 23

Xavi Simons suspension could see Thomas Frank hand minutes to ‘these two academy stars’ – View

Tottenham Hotspur saw midfielder Xavi Simons being sent off in their 2-1 defeat to Liverpool last weekend. While the Dutchman was only starting to find his feet at Hotspur Way following his summer transfer, he has been given marching orders, which will keep him out of contention for the upcoming fixtures.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Crystal Palace – Jesus starts

Arsenal hosts Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter finals, and this is the starting eleven chosen by Mikel Arteta. This fixture carries significant importance for the Gunners, as it is widely viewed as a campaign in which they are expected to secure silverware.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 23

NWSL teams can exceed cap by $1M for 'high-impact players'

The NWSL introduced a new "High Impact Player Rule" on Tuesday that allows teams to exceed the salary cap by up to $1 million to help attract and retain star players.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Gary Neville thinks Arsenal should worry about only Man City in title race

Aston Villa have won their last ten matches, making them the most in form team in the Premier League at present. The Villans currently sit just three points behind Arsenal in the league table, signalling the threat they pose to the Gunners in the title race.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Serie A giants eyeing loan swoop for ‘special’ Liverpool beast; Arne Slot will surely say no

According to reports from Italy, one Liverpool player is wanted on loan by a Serie A club for the second half of the season. As we reported for Empire of the Kop in the final days of the summer transfer window, AC Milan had been attempting to prise Joe Gomez from the Reds just before the 1 September deadline, but the defender remained at Anfield.