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Man City and Man United register interest in West Ham United star

SportsBoom has revealed that Manchester City and Manchester United are both closely monitoring Mateus Fernandes, the highly rated 21-year-old midfielder currently emerging as one of West Ham United’s few bright sparks in a difficult season.

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Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal – Croatia Midfielder Stands Out Despite Late Collapse

Inter Milan midfielder Petar Sucic was a rare shining light in an otherwise disappointing game against Arsenal last night. According to the Italian press via L’Interista, the 22-year-old was the only Nerazzurri player to meet expectations.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / January 21

Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal – Italian Press Conflicted About France Superstar’s Performance

Inter Milan center-forward Marcus Thuram continued his Champions League scoring drought in last night’s defeat to Arsenal. According to the Italian press via L’Interista, the Frenchman’s performance failed to inspire much confidence.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / January 21

Kieran Tierney tells pals he’s not Fabrizio Romano

It’s perhaps been a tougher than expected return to Celtic for Kieran Tierney after his return to Paradise following his six years at Arsenal… Celtic’s

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 21

Juventus target has now informed his club that he wants to leave

Jean-Philippe Mateta is actively seeking to complete a move to Juventus during the current transfer window and is personally pushing for the transfer to materialise.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 21

Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal – Brazilian Wingback’s Huge Error Costs Nerazzurri Dearly

Inter Milan underperformer Luis Henrique delivered another sub-standard performance in last night’s Champions League loss to Arsenal. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the Brazilian’s early mistake came back to haunt the Nerazzurri at full-time.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / January 21

Report – Inter Milan Plot Double Summer Swoop For Club Brugge & Sassuolo Starlets

Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan are reportedly weighing up summer moves for Aleksandar Stankovic and Tarik Muharemovic. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri could also sign another ‘big name’ at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 21

Fiorentina sign Fabbian from Bologna

Fiorentina have confirmed the signing of Giovanni Fabbian from Bologna, in a reported deal that sees the Italian join the Viola with an option to buy & obligation to buy under certain conditions.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 21

What Mikel Arteta thinks about adding Gordon to his squad

Anthony Gordon has been linked with a potential move to Arsenal for a considerable period, but Newcastle United are now reportedly prepared to consider his sale.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 21

'He was the owner' – Petr Cech appears to take swipe at current Chelsea owners

Chelsea legend Petr Cech appears to me as if he’s taken a bit of a swipe towards the current owners at the club. For me, there was certainly something that happened with Cech and the new owners.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 21

‘It could happen’ – Former club CEO talks up potential January exit for Liverpool ‘fan favourite’

The former chief executive of one Premier League club believes that a ‘fan favourite’ at Liverpool could viably depart Anfield before the end of the January transfer window.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 21

Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal – Joao Pinheiro’s Controversial Penalty Decision Casts Shadow On Gunners Win

Portuguese referee Joao Pinheiro made one highly controversial decision in last night’s clash between Inter Milan and Arsenal. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the incident inside the Gunners’ penalty area early in the second half remains a polarising topic.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 21

Crystal Palace want 43-year-old coach to replace Oliver Glasner

Crystal Palace appear to have made significant progress in identifying their next head coach, with BBC suggesting that Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has emerged as a prime candidate to replace Oliver Glasner, who has already confirmed he will leave Selhurst Park at the end of the season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 21

'I have to apologise' Marcel Desailly sends message to Arsenal man

Marcel Desailly has publicly apologised to William Saliba after admitting that he did not believe the defender would reach a world-class level. Saliba joined Arsenal in 2019 but was required to continue his development away from the club through loan spells before eventually breaking into the senior side in 2022.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 21

Talks held: Man United chiefs travel to Spain to discuss star’s surprise potential return

Manchester United may reportedly be open to Marcus Rashford returning to Old Trafford after his loan spell at Barcelona. According to a surprise report from Football Transfers, there was a meeting between Man Utd and Barca chiefs, with Rashford’s future one of the main topics of conversation.

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Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / January 21

Man United register 'serious interest' in Spain star who has a €75m release clause

Manchester United have set their sights on Real Sociedad captain Mikel Oyarzabal, with Football Transfers reporting that the forward is now firmly on the club’s shortlist ahead of the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 21

'We played better than them' Gabriel Jesus happy to win at Inter Milan

Gabriel Jesus delivered a decisive performance as Arsenal secured a 3-1 victory against Inter Milan, scoring twice to reward Mikel Arteta for restoring him to the starting line-up.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 21

Man Utd plotting double January swoop as two reinforcements identified

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick could welcome in two new players in January, as INEOS identify two roles that should be bolstered. Following

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 21

Carrick ‘offered’ 11-cap England int’l who’s ‘keen’ on Premier League move, talks at ‘exploratory stage’

Manchester United have reportedly been ‘offered’ the chance to sign Ruben Loftus-Cheek from AC Milan on loan. That’s according to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, who adds that the 29-year-old is ‘keen’ on a return to the Premier League after spending nine years of his senior career plying his trade in the English top flight.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 21

Are some Gooners being harsh on Arsenal?

There has been debate among Arsenal supporters following the draw at the City Ground, with some reactions appearing slightly exaggerated. This view existed even before Aston Villa’s defeat on Sunday and is not directed at online personalities who amplify anger for attention.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 21

Man United ready to sell ex-Amorim pupil in January on one condition

Manchester United haven’t completely ruled out the mid-season departure of their midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The Uruguayan has been mostly underwhelming since joining the Red Devils in the summer of 2024.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 21

‘Clear signals’ coming from Tottenham, ready to battle rivals for ‘top-tier’ French star

Pierre Kalulu has been linked with a move away from Juventus, and Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign him at the end of the season. They will face competition from Aston Villa as well.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 21

Our view is that The Athletic were sucked into the 'media circus' surrounding Thomas Frank

A week is a long time in politics. In football, 48 hours can suddenly feel like a lifetime, especially if you are David Ornstein. Frank is under intense pressure following a poor run of form, with Tottenham sitting around 14th in the Premier League after a series of disappointing results, including a home loss to West Ham.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 21

Liverpool legend explains why questioning Arne Slot right now makes no sense

Liverpool’s season continues to be judged through an increasingly emotional lens, but a familiar voice has stepped in to bring perspective back to the conversation.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Report: Chelsea readying €50m offer as they look to fill problem position this month

Chelsea are expected to make an initial offer of around €50m for Rennes centre back Jeremy Jacquet according to reports. The Blues were expected to be quiet this month, but they changed their plans and are now looking to bring in a centre back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Journalist explains how Chelsea now have big implications after latest round of UCL games

Chelsea now have some big implications after the latest round of Champions League games were played out last night. The new format is a little confusing

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Chelsea apparently discussing an option that will see them fail to fix January needs

Chelsea are apparently discussing one transfer option that will fail to see them fix their January needs this winter window. We have been hearing about how Chelsea desperately want to sign a new centre back this window in order to help new head coach Liam Rosenior play the style of football he wants to play, by playing short out from the back.