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Positive talks ongoing for Man United star to seal transfer to Euro giants

Manchester United and Galatasaray are reportedly in ongoing and positive discussions over a potential transfer deal for Manuel Ugarte. The Uruguayan midfielder has struggled to impress since joining Man Utd from Paris Saint-Germain, and it seems he could make a speedy exit from Old Trafford.

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Inter Milan Identify Top Defensive Target As Veterans Head For Exit

Inter Milan’s transfer plans are beginning to take shape, with movement in defence potentially triggered by negotiations involving Joao Cancelo. According to Il Giorno, via FCInter1908, any deal that sees either Francesco Acerbi or Stefan de Vrij leave the club could spark a domino effect across the Nerazzurri’s summer strategy.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 3

Benfica interested in Napoli forward Lucca after disappointing start in Naples

Benfica are monitoring Lorenzo Lucca’s situation at Napoli as the striker’s future remains uncertain following a slow start under Antonio Conte. Speaking on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, via IlNapolista, both Romano and Matteo Moretto provided an update on Napoli’s attacking options, including Lucca and Noa Lang.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 3

Pedro Neto explains how inexperienced coach handled first Chelsea training session

Enzo Maresca left his job as Chelsea coach this week, putting everything into a mess right at the busiest time of year. A new coach is going to be appointed soon, but in the meantime the players are going to have to step up and take responsibility.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 3

Inter Milan Monitor Pisa Loanee Closely As Nigerian Shines With Serie A Minnows

Inter Milan are keeping a close eye on the development of Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, who has quickly become one of the standout performers during his loan spell at Pisa.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 3

Offer made: Liverpool take significant step towards hijacking Man United transfer

Liverpool have made an offer in a bid to beat Manchester United to the transfer of Sheffield Wednesday wonderkid Yisa Alao. The highly-rated 17-year-old left-back has already played three games for Wednesday’s senior side, and it looks like he could be quite quickly snapped up by one of the Premier League’s elite.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 3

Barcelona President Calls Inter Milan Target Directly In Attempt To Sabotage Move

The race for Joao Cancelo has taken another dramatic turn, with Inter Milan now facing renewed pressure from Barcelona. According to Sportitalia, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has made direct contact with Cancelo in an effort to convince the player to push for a return to Camp Nou.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / January 3

Pep Guardiola sends Chelsea strong message over Enzo Maresca's departure

Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola believes Chelsea have lost an "incredible" figure after the club decided to part ways with Enzo Maresca. Chelsea will make the trip to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday with their Under-21s head coach Calum McFarlane in charge.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 3

Chelsea striker with 5 goals in 12 games apologises to fans for Stamford Bridge spell

Rudy Galetti is known more as a transfer story merchant, but on his Substack today he has a really interesting interview with David Datro Fofana, one of the many failed experiments of this current Chelsea “project.” The striker was brought in from Norway, and has since had a series of disappointing and poorly chosen loans.

Lecce News / Football Italia / January 3

Danilo: ‘Juventus is my home and I wouldn’t think twice’ if called to new role

Danilo admits ‘Juventus is my home, so I wouldn’t think twice if called’ back to the club in a new role after retirement, and hit out at those who pushed him away.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 3

Real Madrid and AC Milan icon Luka Modric reveals secret to longevity

Few players can claim to have done it as well as Luka Modric, and even fewer for as long as the Croatian. The 40-year-old appears to be enjoying his football again in Serie A at AC Milan after leaving Real Madrid this past summer, despite his advancing years.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 3

Toronto FC sign USMNT D Walker Zimmerman

Walker Zimmerman is excited to write the next chapter in his decorated MLS career with Toronto FC. "Toronto FC has such a rich history of success in MLS.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 3

Spalletti: ‘David is unfortunately not confident enough yet’ at Juventus

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti explains his surprising choices against Lecce this evening, warning Jonathan David ‘isn’t confident enough to show all his quality’ right now.

Marseille News / Football Italia / January 3

Guendouzi targeted by Fenerbahce as Lazio sell Castellanos to West Ham

Fenerbahce have reportedly made a formal proposal to Lazio for midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, while Taty Castellanos is ready to complete his €30m move to West Ham United.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 3

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Bournemouth – Rice in starting eleven

Bournemouth are the latest side aiming to halt Arsenal’s winning run when the two teams meet in just over an hour. The Gunners are fully aware that they must continue their streak of victories, and this is the side Mikel Arteta has selected to maintain their current winning run.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 3

'Quite convinced' – Fabrizio Romano provides fresh update on Liam Rosenior’s impending Chelsea move

Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior is seen as the “ideal” coach for the Chelsea project according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. Rosenior is reportedly the lead candidate to replace Enzo Maresca, after the Italian parted ways with club on Thursday after 18 months in charge.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 3

Official Juventus team to face Lecce – David partners Yildiz

Juventus face Lecce in their first match of 2026, and this is the starting eleven of that Luciano Spalletti has gone with. Juventus team v Lecce The Bianconeri arrive in confident form following an impressive run of results in December.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 3

Serie A | Genoa 1-1 Pisa: A point each makes nobody happy

Neither Genoa nor Pisa will be entirely content with a point in this relegation tussle, as Mehdi Leris replied to the Lorenzo Colombo curler. This was a big relegation battle, with Daniele De Rossi coming off three consecutive defeats to Inter, Atalanta and Roma.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 3

Serie A | Sassuolo 1-1 Parma: Share of the spoils in local derby battle

The Emilia-Romagna Derby ended in a draw, as Mateo Pellegrino cancelled out the Kristian Thorsvedt opener for Sassuolo and Parma to share the points. The Neroverdi were comfortably mid-table, holding Milan and Bologna to recent draws, though Domenico Berardi, Filippo Romagna and Daniel Bologna were injured, with Wayo Coulibaly at AFCON.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 3

'They control the games' Iraola expects a tough test from Arsenal

Andoni Iraola will be aiming to guide Bournemouth to a home victory against Arsenal today as his side looks to halt the Gunners’ title charge. Arsenal currently sit four points clear at the top of the table, but there is no room for complacency as they begin 2026 with one of their most challenging fixtures.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 3

Advanced talks taking place this weekend for in-demand West Ham star

The Boy Hotspur’s substack understands that Spurs are considering a bid for the 28-year-old Lucas Paquetá, with West Ham potentially open to selling if they receive an acceptable offer, thought to be estimated at around €30m (£25-26m).

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 3

Mikel Arteta speaks on his relationship with Eze and his game time

Eberechi Eze has not played a single minute in any of Arsenal’s last three Premier League matches, remaining on the bench throughout each fixture. This development has surprised many observers, particularly given the strong impression the midfielder made at the beginning of his time at the club.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 3

Man Utd star dealt new blow after 4/10 display as club-to-club agreement confirmed

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has been enduring a rough week, and his chances of sealing a return to Serie A have taken a hit. The Dutchman was given a rare starting berth against Wolves.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 3

Thomas Frank reveals what he really wants from Wilson Odobert

Wilson Odobert was handed a start against Brentford on New Year’s Day after his eye-catching cameo appearance in the 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. Tottenham Hotspur could not start the New Year with a bang as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 3

Man Utd predicted XI vs Leeds: Teenager to debut in Amorim’s new system

Manchester United youngster Jack Fletcher could make his full debut against Leeds United at Elland Road on Sunday. The Red Devils are coming from what

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Extratime Talk / January 3

Was the Chelsea Enzo Maresca Sacking Expected?

The Chelsea Enzo Maresca sacking came as a bit of a surprise. It is not normal to get sacked after winning a couple of trophies only a few months ago. However, the 45-year-old Argentine managed to do that precisely.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 3

Mail Sport share Cole Palmer update ahead of Chelsea’s clash with Man City

Cole Palmer has been described as “good to go” for Chelsea’s game against Manchester City on Sunday at The Etihad. Palmer has been plagued by a groin injury this season, but returned to action against Leeds last month and is continuing to build his fitness.