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Odegaard says Arsenal could have won the first Villa game

Arsenal take on Aston Villa in a few hours, marking the second time the two sides will meet in the Premier League this month. The Gunners were beaten at Villa Park in the reverse fixture, and this evening presents a significant test for both teams.

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Arsenal and Multiple Foreign Teams After Inter Prodigy

Inter product Aleksandar Stankovic is growing rapidly at Club Brugge and has drawn the attention of several top teams, most recently Arsenal, Tottenham, Newcastle United, Borussia Dortmund, and Bayer Leverkusen, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / December 30

Real Madrid send message to Marc Guehi over future despite salary doubts

Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi is set to have his choice of European giants to join in the next six months, as his contract runs down at Selhurst Park.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Lecce coach Di Francesco given two-match ban for insults

Lecce coach Eusebio Di Francesco must sit out a two-match touchline ban in Serie A for insulting the referee, while Diego Carlos of Como is suspended. The Disciplinary Commission has given its verdict following the conclusion of the Serie A Week 17 fixtures on Monday evening.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 30

Ex Parma & Chelsea Forward Hails Inter Milan As ‘Strongest’ Team In Serie A But Backs Another Team For Scudetto

Despite praising Inter Milan as the strongest Serie A team, Gianfranco Zola has another Scudetto favorite. Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Zola delivered his verdict on an intense title race in Serie A.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 30

Man United target offered exit door for £15m, Newcastle and Leeds also keen

Portuguese international midfielder Ruben Neves has been linked with a move back to the Premier League in recent months. The Al-Hilal midfielder is a target for clubs like Newcastle United, Leeds United and Manchester United.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 30

Report – Juventus Set Sights On West Ham Midfielder Amid Complicated Pursuit Of Inter Milan Flop

Juventus have earmarked Inter Milan outcast Davide Frattesi as a prime transfer target while continuing to assess alternative options. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the record-time Serie A champions have already devised a potential backup plan.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 30

Real Madrid makes a decision on a player Juventus wants to sign

Juventus are one of the clubs considering a potential move for Gonzalo Garcia next month, as the attacker continues to struggle for regular game time at Real Madrid.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 30

Report – Ex Inter Milan Wingback Offered To Several Serie A Clubs As Al-Hilal Exit Looms

Former Inter Milan wingback Joao Cancelo could reportedly return to European football in the January transfer window. According to the Italian media via FCInter1908, the Portuguese star is desperate to leave Al-Hilal next month.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Rocchi admits controversial Udinese-Lazio goal needs IFAB clarification

Refereeing designator Gianluca Rocchi explains why the controversial Udinese goal will be ‘discussed with IFAB’ over a gap in the rules, but assures Lazio

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 30

Agent speaks out as Man United and Spurs make contact over €40m rising star

Said El Mala has been linked with a move away from German club Koln in recent weeks. The 19-year-old is a tremendous talent with a bright future, and he has impressed with his performances in Germany this season.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / December 30

Alfredo Pedulla – Inter Milan Take Poland Superstar Off The Market Amid Remarkable Form Resurgence

Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla has delivered his verdict on the impressive return to form from Inter Milan star Piotr Zielinski. According to Pedulla via FCInter1908, the 31-year-old’s renaissance has convinced the club to give him a second chance.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 30

Ex AC Milan & Roma Striker Heaps Praise On Inter Milan: 'Strongest Team In Serie A For Five Years'

Antonio Cassano maintains that Inter Milan have been the strongest team in Serie A over the past five years. During the latest episode of Viva Futbol via FCInterNews, Cassano addressed Antonio Conte’s recent statement.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 30

Man United open talks to future-proof team with move for South American starlet

Manchester United are interested in signing the Ecuadorian midfielder Edeson Castillo. As per Futbol Ecuador, Manchester United are keen on signing the 17-year-old, and he will cost €6.4 million.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Arsenal is making calls to lure Serie A star to the Emirates

Arsenal are keen on signing Kenan Yildiz, but they face strong competition from Chelsea and Liverpool, with all three clubs interested in bringing the attacker to the Premier League from Juventus.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Aston Villa has one weapon that could really hurt Arsenal

Aston Villa have demonstrated that winning eleven consecutive games requires more than luck, and they certainly have plenty of tricks up their sleeves.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 30

Tottenham line up move for rising African star as 18-goal star edges closer to exit

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. According to a report from the BBC, Brennan Johnson is closing in on a move away from the club.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 30

Predicted XI: Maresca forced to use error-prone player out of position against Bournemouth

Chelsea are back in action tonight as the hectic festive period continues, with little time to stew after defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday. This is a much harder team to pick, as some players won’t be able to feature twice in such a short period.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 30

Report: Chelsea pull out, clearing the path for Liverpool to sign 'huge talent'

Club Brugge defender Joel Ordonez has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. Chelsea and Liverpool have been mentioned as potential destinations.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 30

'With a new idea' – Marc Cucurella explains the Chelsea project and ambitions

Chelsea left back Marc Cucurella has been explaining the Chelsea project and the ambitions they have to win more silverware. The Blues full back has been speaking ahead of their game against Bournemouth tonight in the Premier League clash.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Lineker offers Viktor Gyokeres advice on scoring goals

Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to find the back of the net since his summer move to Arsenal, a stark contrast to his prolific spell over two seasons at Sporting Club.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 30

'Informal enquiries as to status made' Spurs must tread with caution

Luka Vuskovic, the Croatian centre-back whom Tottenham Hotspur views as a future defensive lynch pin, has unexpectedly sparked a tug-of-war among Europe’s heavy hitters ahead of the winter transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Emery expects Arsenal to want to avenge their Villa Park loss

Aston Villa and Arsenal meet again just three weeks after their dramatic encounter at Villa Park, where a late goal handed Villa a memorable victory. With only hours separating the two sides from kick-off, the context surrounding this fixture makes it one of the most compelling tests of the season for both clubs.