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'This is the reason' – Enzo Maresca sends message to Josh Acheampong ahead of Everton game

'This is the reason' – Enzo Maresca sends message to Josh Acheampong ahead of Everton game

Enzo Maresca has once again told Josh Acheampong to remain patient, despite the teenager impressing in the defeat to Atalanta. Acheampong’s performance in Italy was one of the only positives for Chelsea to take from the game, and he performed very well at right back.

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Cristian Chivu Turns To Poland & Germany Stars To Help Dig Inter Milan Out Of Injury Hole

Inter Milan face a mounting injury crisis, but Cristian Chivu has already identified solutions to cope with the absences of key players with Zielinski and Bisseck to be given a chance to impress.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 12

Tottenham have a dream name on their shortlist who has 'talent and humility of a champion'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the 20-year-old Turkish International is a dream name on their shortlist as they look to add more quality in the final third.

Hellas Verona News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Numbers Reveal Worrying Period Where Inter Milan Concede More Goals Than Serie A Rivals AC Milan & Roma

Inter Milan have shown a recurring vulnerability in the final quarter of matches, according to Tuttosport, with the trend stretching across Serie A and European fixtures.

Empoli News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Inter Milan Identify Tottenham Hotspur Star Among Three Names Considered To Replace Swiss Veteran

Inter Milan are already planning for the long-term future of their goalkeeping department, with Yann Sommer approaching the end of his current cycle, and Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario named as a potential successor.

Sassuolo News / Football Italia / December 12

Allegri named Serie A Coach of the Month for November

Milan’s Massimiliano Allegri has won the Serie A coach of the Month award for November. “The Philadelphia Coach Of The Month award for November has been assigned to Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri,” Lega Serie A said on Friday.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 12
Exclusive: 'I don’t feel that’s right' – Bolo Zenden says one man at Liverpool ‘deserves respect’

Exclusive: 'I don’t feel that’s right' – Bolo Zenden says one man at Liverpool ‘deserves respect’

Boudewijn Zenden has come out strongly in defence of one major figure at Liverpool who he feels ‘deserves respect’ amid considerable external scrutiny of late.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Inter Milan & Netherlands Star Changes Agent As €25 Million Release Clause Looms

Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries has changed agents amid ongoing injury concerns and a looming summer release clause. According to Tuttosport, whilst the agent change is not expected to affect the release clause, Inter are still in different about the buy-out.

Leeds United News / To The Lane And Back / December 12
AS Roma lose hope of signing Tottenham youngster after Thomas Frank’s latest decision

AS Roma lose hope of signing Tottenham youngster after Thomas Frank’s latest decision

Tottenham forward Mathys Tel has enjoyed a strong run of games in recent weeks as the Lilywhites appear to have turned their Premier League fortunes around under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 12
Paul Merson reveals one mistake Arteta made against Aston Villa 

Paul Merson reveals one mistake Arteta made against Aston Villa 

Paul Merson believes Mikel Arteta made a costly mistake in Arsenal’s recent Premier League defeat to Aston Villa. The Gunners faced a challenging fixture at Villa Park, with Villa in excellent form in the weeks leading up to the match.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
'He is good' – Maresca update on injured attacker shows there is one positive to upper-body issue

'He is good' – Maresca update on injured attacker shows there is one positive to upper-body issue

Enzo Maresca has just taken his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Everton tomorrow, and the manager was asked about the status of Liam Delap.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / December 12

Roma Loanee Resurfaces Just at the Right Time

After a challenging stretch, Evan Ferguson had a potential breakout performance midweek against Celtic Glasgow in the UEFA Europa League, scoring a brace and powering Roma to a key victory.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 12
Report: Chelsea intent on beating Tottenham and Man City in the race for special talent

Report: Chelsea intent on beating Tottenham and Man City in the race for special talent

Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City are interested in signing the PEC Zwolle midfielder Jadiel Pereira da Gama.  The 15-year-old defensive midfielder is regarded as a special talent, and he has already established himself as a first-team player for the Dutch outfit.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Current Mason Mount Form and How Important It Is for Manchester United

Current Mason Mount Form and How Important It Is for Manchester United

The current Mason Mount form is encouraging for Manchester United. The English midfielder, who will turn 27 in January, has been having a redemption of sorts at Manchester United this season.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Liverpool vs Brighton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Liverpool vs Brighton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Liverpool vs Brighton is going to be a high-octane battle on Matchday 16 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign, as the Reds look to desperately get back to winning ways in the Premier League in their upcoming match at Anfield Stadium on Saturday, December 13.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 12
Will keeping Gabriel Jesus make Gyokeres perform better?

Will keeping Gabriel Jesus make Gyokeres perform better?

Gabriel Jesus has returned to action after spending almost a year sidelined due to injury problems. The Brazilian attacker has been an important player for Arsenal over the years, and his absence came at a time when he was performing strongly for the team.

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Chelsea vs Everton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Chelsea vs Everton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Chelsea vs Everton is going to be an eye-catching clash on Matchday 15 of the 2025/26 Premier League when the two English sides face off against each other at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, December 13.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12
Ex-Red urges United to sign PL star who met with Amorim over summer, he’s who the fans ‘want to see’

Ex-Red urges United to sign PL star who met with Amorim over summer, he’s who the fans ‘want to see’

Nani has urged his former club, Manchester United, to try to facilitate a deal for Antoine Semenyo. It comes amid growing anticipation that the Bournemouth talisman will be on the move in the winter after it was confirmed that his contract contains a £65 million release clause (£60m upfront and £5m in add-ons).

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 12
Sources: 'Expect bids' – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

Sources: 'Expect bids' – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

Manchester United seem increasingly open to cashing in on Bruno Fernandes, who remains a target for Saudi Pro League clubs. As first reported here in the Daily Briefing, sources “expect bids” for Fernandes as both Al Hilal and Al Ittihad show a strong interest in him.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 12
Slot gives key five-man availability update ahead of Brighton clash

Slot gives key five-man availability update ahead of Brighton clash

Liverpool face Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield this Saturday in what could be a tricky test for our title-defending squad. Arne Slot, has provided clarity on some injury doubts after the midweek Champions League win at Inter Milan, in his pre-Brighton press conference.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 12
Sources: PL club eyeing Chelsea transfer target in saga that could impact Liverpool

Sources: PL club eyeing Chelsea transfer target in saga that could impact Liverpool

Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in a transfer move for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Ousmane Diomande, but they face competition from Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12
Man Utd seeking ‘try before you buy’ loan deal for £33m midfielder who needs Jan move to revive WC hopes

Man Utd seeking ‘try before you buy’ loan deal for £33m midfielder who needs Jan move to revive WC hopes

Manchester United will reportedly test Atletico Madrid’s resolve over a loan for Conor Gallagher next month. The Old Trafford faithful will likely already be aware that United have been linked with the midfielder on numerous occasions in recent months.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
'You could see' – Marc Cucurella reveals what he noticed about Caicedo after first game at Brighton

'You could see' – Marc Cucurella reveals what he noticed about Caicedo after first game at Brighton

Marc Cucurella has admitted he knew Moises Caicedo was a very good player from their first game at Brighton together. Cucurella joined Chelsea in the summer of 2022 in a deal worth £63m, before Caicedo made the switch the following summer for a then British record of £115m.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 12
Tottenham monitoring £52m Frenchman who is 'a real talent with real potential'

Tottenham monitoring £52m Frenchman who is 'a real talent with real potential'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in the RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba.  The 22-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and multiple clubs are monitoring his progress.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
'My dream' – Former Blue recommends Chelsea to sign one experienced player

'My dream' – Former Blue recommends Chelsea to sign one experienced player

A former Chelsea player has recommended the club to sign one experienced player and says it is his dream to see him come in. I think most people reading the title of this article will know that it is highly unlikely to happen, because we have seen the word ‘experience’ get mentioned.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
Former Premier League star says Enzo Maresca is now 'under huge pressure'

Former Premier League star says Enzo Maresca is now 'under huge pressure'

One former Premier League star believes that Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is now under some huge pressure. It comes off the back of a 2-1 defeat to Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday night, which followed up some other poor results as well, including a 3-1 defeat against Leeds United a week before in the Premier League.

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