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On YouTubeSoccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 22
Pep Guardiola wants his players to forget about football but also remember what lies ahead
Manchester City enters the brief Christmas break well-positioned for the next phase of the season. Manchester City’s 3-nil win over West Ham was their seventh consecutive win in all competitions.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 22
Chelsea pondering £43.7m bid for 18-year-old to then send to Strasbourg right away
Chelsea are reportedly pondering making a £43.7m offer to sign another teenager to then send to Strasbourg right away. A story we have heard MANY times in the last couple of years.
FC Barcelona News / Stadium Rant / December 22
Barcelona’s Last Win Of 2025
For their last game in 2025, FC Barcelona was set to play against Villarreal CF, the team third in the La Liga standings. Having recovered after their November slump, the Catalan team wanted to end the year on a high.
West Ham United News / Caught Offside / December 22
West Ham United are looking to strengthen attack by targeting 25-year-old PL striker
West Ham United have begun exploring the possibility of signing Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Jørgen Strand Larsen in the January transfer window, as the club steps up its search for attacking reinforcements.
Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / December 22
Slowly but surely a Manchester City midfielder is settling into his role
Tijjani Reijnders made a slow start to life at Manchester City. After his superb Premier League debut in Manchester City’s 4-nil win over Wolves, Reijnders has taken time to properly settle into his role in Pep Guardiola’s side.
VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / December 22
Manchester City could be forced to unleash a young playmaker due to current circumstances
Manchester City are currently without several attacking players. Oscar Bobb and Jeremy Doku are currently ruled out due to injury. Omar Marmoush is away on international duty with Egypt at the African Cup of Nations.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 22
'If you watch it slowly' – Shay Given not happy with one Chelsea player vs Newcastle
Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given was not happy with one Chelsea player during the game against his former side. Given, who is now retired of course, was doing punditry work on the game for Match of the Day, reviewing it all.
Monaco News / Caught Offside / December 22
Chelsea defender set for January exit as Maresca makes ruthless decision
Axel Disasi is expected to leave Chelsea in the January transfer window, with several clubs already alerted to his availability as the Blues continue to streamline their squad, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Lille News / Caught Offside / December 22
Sources: Man United & Newcastle turn attention towards £410,000-a-week midfielder
Manchester United and Newcastle United are increasingly looking toward Saudi Arabia as they explore midfield reinforcements ahead of the winter transfer window, with Rúben Neves emerging as a standout opportunity in the market.
Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 22
Ruben Amorim sets clear transfer policy for Man United ahead of January window
Rúben Amorim has laid out a firm stance on transfer business ahead of the January window, making it clear that short-term fixes will not be part of his recruitment strategy.
RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / December 22
Signing a key defender to a new deal seems to be a priority for Manchester City
In terms of players who are key players for the now and for the future at Manchester City, Josko Gvardiol would be near the top of that particular list.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 22
Gary Neville says Chelsea 'look like an academy team playing in a participation game'
Football pundit Gary Neville believes Chelsea “look like an academy team that’s playing in a participation game.” Sounds harsh, right? Well, if you read on, I guarantee you that actually, very few people will be, or should be, disagreeing with what he has said in the aftermath of Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle United on Saturday afternoon.
Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 21
Arsenal makes contact to win race for Ligue 1 star
Arsenal are among the clubs showing strong interest in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who continues to impress with his performances in France. The Gunners regard him as one of the most exciting young talents currently available and believe he could develop into an important part of their squad in the future.
Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 21
Arteta explains the source of his belief that Arsenal can be champions
Mikel Arteta remains confident that his Arsenal side can secure the Premier League title this season, despite acknowledging the scale of the challenge ahead.
Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 21
Manchester City open to selling rising star as Crystal Palace prepare January swoop
Manchester City attacker Oscar Bobb has been linked with a move away from the club. According to the Daily Mail, Manchester City are open to offers for the 22-year-old attacker in January.
Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 21
Morocco delivers upon its immense promise in victorious AFCON debut
Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tenure is off to a strong start.
Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 21
Report: Everton planning major defensive upgrade with Leeds United star
Everton are looking to improve the defensive unit with the signing of Jayden Bogle from Leeds United. According to Football Insider, they are looking to sign a quality right back, and they have identified the 25-year-old Leeds United defender as a target.
Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21
Neville: Man United star didn’t ‘look too happy’ with ‘surprising’ Amorim call in second half
Gary Neville says Joshua Zirkzee wasn’t best pleased that Lisandro Martinez was called upon to replace Bruno Fernandes instead of him. When Aston Villa and Manchester United exited down the tunnel for the interval, it was expected that Bruno Fernandes would not emerge for the second half – at least not to continue playing, anyway.
Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21
‘Mikel has made him’ Moyes not taking credit for Rice’s development
Declan Rice’s journey to the top of English football is a reminder of how persistence and opportunity can shape a career. Released by Chelsea as a teenager, the midfielder was given a chance by West Ham, a decision that ultimately led to the club selling him to Arsenal for a record-breaking fee.
Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21
‘He’s just…’: Neville saw what Fernandes did after sustaining injury, what Amorim did in response was concerning
Bruno Fernandes looks to have sustained a hamstring injury in the first half of Manchester United’s clash with Aston Villa. The Red Devils skipper stopped dead on the ball after appearing to feel some discomfort around the hamstring area.
Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21
Neville says Amorim’s started a player who’s ‘not very good on the ball’ – he’s shown why inside 10 minutes
Gary Neville has just claimed Manuel Ugarte is ‘not very good on the ball’ after he conceded possession in a dangerous area. The midfielder dordling outside Senne Lammens’ penalty area allowed Youri Tielemans to come in and steal the ball before creating a threatening attack for his Aston Villa teammates.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 21
'A big if for now' – David Ornstein provides Enzo Maresca Manchester City update
David Ornstein has reiterated Enzo Maresca is thought of very highly by Manchester City hierarchy, but it’s a big if whether Pep Guardiola leaves this summer.
Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21
'That’s why they are top' Arsenal’s resilience impresses Jordan Pickford
Jordan Pickford has admitted he was impressed that Arsenal managed to secure a victory despite the efforts of himself and his teammates to prevent the Gunners from doing so.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 21
'What a performance' – John Terry hails 'absolutely superb' Chelsea star after Newcastle comeback
John Terry was full of praise for Reece James as he branded his performance against Newcastle on Saturday afternoon as “superb.” Chelsea responded after a terrible first half performance in which they found themselves 2-0 down thanks to a brace from Nick Woltemade.
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