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Two important players won’t feature for Manchester City against Nottingham Forest

Two important players won’t feature for Manchester City against Nottingham Forest

There was good news on the injury front to emerge today for Manchester City. Pep Guardiola has revealed that Rodri is a chance to return for City’s important Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest tomorrow at The City Ground.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 26

Real Madrid deny Xabi Alonso request for January signing

Real Madrid have had a difficult first half of the season, as they trail Barcelona by four points in the La Liga title race. Xabi Alonso is fighting to save his job, so it is no surprise that he wants to do everything possible to ensure that he remains as head coach.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / December 26

Barcelona given three-week deadline to finalise transfer plans for January

Barcelona are hoping to make a signing during the upcoming winter transfer window, with Hansi Flick having asked for another defender to be brought in.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 26

Revealed: Real Madrid President Florentino Perez’s stance on Vinicius Junior future

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is out of contract in 18 months, and there is little sign of the matter being resolved swiftly. There are forces still pulling the two sides of the negotiation together though.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / December 26

Report – Juventus Must Overcome Huge Obstacle To Sign Wantaway Inter Milan Midfielder

Juventus have developed a genuine interest in Inter Milan misfit Davide Frattesi, who could leave the club in January. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the Bianconeri must find a way to convince the San Siro outfit to sell the 26-year-old midfielder.

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / December 26

Report – Inter Milan Preparing For Life After Dutch Wingback As Summer Exit Looms

Serie A powerhouse Inter Milan and Dutch wingback Denzel Dumfries could part company at the end of the season. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri are already preparing for life after the 29-year-old.

Juventus FC News / Caught Offside / December 26
Wage demand sparks transfer frenzy, Arsenal want Chelsea & Spurs target as perfect Odegaard partner

Wage demand sparks transfer frenzy, Arsenal want Chelsea & Spurs target as perfect Odegaard partner

Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz continues to be with the move away from the Italian club. They are hoping to agree on a new deal with the 20-year-old attacker, but he wants £5 million in wages per year, and the Italian outfit have not been able to match his demands yet.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / December 26

Real Madrid to re-sign defender 'sooner rather than later'

Real Madrid are planning to address their centre-back options, with notable departures expected in 2026. David Alaba will be on his way out, and the same could be said for Antonio Rudiger, who is also out of contract at the end of the season.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 26
£15m youngster addition likely to be the genre of Chelsea’s biggest January action

£15m youngster addition likely to be the genre of Chelsea’s biggest January action

Chelsea fans are understandably excited when January comes around. Their team has been transfer mad in recent windows. But that’s not expected to continue.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 26

Inter’s strengths and Achilles’ heel under Chivu as they prepare for Atalanta

Inter will be facing Atalanta on December 28, and Richard Hall examines where the Benamata have improved and where they still have to work ahead of the next big match.

Nottingham Forest News / Esteemed Kompany / December 26
An important piece of the Manchester City machine could return against Nottingham Forest

An important piece of the Manchester City machine could return against Nottingham Forest

Rodri has missed the past eleven matches for Manchester City. City have taken a cautious approach with Rodri’s fitness after he suffered a series of injury setbacks throughout this season.

Orlando City sign Brazilian teenager Luis Otavio

Orlando City sign Brazilian teenager Luis Otavio

Orlando City acquired midfielder Luis Otavio from Brazilian Serie A side Internacional on Friday. The 18-year-old Brazilian is under contract through 2027-28 with an option for 2028-29.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 26
Journalist drops bombshell on Manchester United’s next signing, star 'very keen' to join

Journalist drops bombshell on Manchester United’s next signing, star 'very keen' to join

Manchester United are now expected to sign Manu Kone from AS Roma. The 24-year-old French midfielder has done well for them, and he is expected to be on the move at the end of the season.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 26
'Chelsea want to keep' striker called out for poor training levels by his manager

'Chelsea want to keep' striker called out for poor training levels by his manager

There is a lot of good stuff in the Athletic’s explainer about Chelsea’s transfer situation for this January, and we honed in on some action about Marc Guiu in particular.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26
January transfer 'biggest priorities' for Chelsea still stuck because of these factors

January transfer 'biggest priorities' for Chelsea still stuck because of these factors

With January now just days away, we can get really serious about Chelsea and what they might be up to in the transfer window. We’ve said all along we don’t expect them to do much in terms of buying players – but there will likely be a sale or two, and some loan movements too.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 26
‘I don’t know’ – Ruben Amorim throws future of two Man United stars in doubt

‘I don’t know’ – Ruben Amorim throws future of two Man United stars in doubt

Manchester United head coach Rúben Amorim has offered a measured and diplomatic response when asked about the long-term futures of senior figures Harry Maguire and Casemiro.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26
'We don’t want anyone…' – Chelsea figure’s stark statement about tomorrow’s thriller

'We don’t want anyone…' – Chelsea figure’s stark statement about tomorrow’s thriller

Chelsea players have not taken a Christmas break like the rest of us. They’ve been training and recovering and preparing for tomorrow’s huge top of the table clash against Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 26
Crystal Palace given green light to sign super striker for only €30m

Crystal Palace given green light to sign super striker for only €30m

Crystal Palace are reportedly positioning themselves to make a move for highly rated teenage forward Sidiki Cherif, with the Premier League club stepping up plans to strengthen their attacking options in the near future.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26
Report: Chelsea’s stance on forgotten £17.1m star revealed ahead of January window

Report: Chelsea’s stance on forgotten £17.1m star revealed ahead of January window

Chelsea are exploring domestic options for Deivid Washington ahead of the January transfer window according to The Athletic. The Blues signed Washington from Santos in the summer of 2023 in a deal worth £14m with a further £3.5m in add-ons.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 26
One win in eight games for Spurs: Pressure undeniably mounts for Thomas Frank

One win in eight games for Spurs: Pressure undeniably mounts for Thomas Frank

Crystal Palace sit comfortably in mid-table (around 7th-8th place with ~26 points from 17 games), having enjoyed a solid season overall, including European football in the Conference League.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 26
Does Saka and Odegaard focus on each other too much?

Does Saka and Odegaard focus on each other too much?

Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard have developed a fine on-field chemistry that is greatly appreciated by Arsenal fans. While it is difficult to assess what their relationship is like away from football, their understanding during matches is obvious.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 26
Split with super-agent Pini Zahavi gives Tottenham hope of signing highly-rated teenager

Split with super-agent Pini Zahavi gives Tottenham hope of signing highly-rated teenager

Thomas Frank is already under immense pressure at Tottenham Hotspur, though any sack decision is not imminent. The Spurs boss will need backing in the forthcoming transfer window to improve the squad for the second half of the season.

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / December 26
Aston Villa Manager Unai Emery Keeps Driving Aston Villa On

Aston Villa Manager Unai Emery Keeps Driving Aston Villa On

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery’s quality is becoming apparent with every passing week. Emery guided Aston Villa to a win over Manchester United last weekend, which kept him in third position in the Premier League table with 36 points from 17 matches.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 26
Romano: Liverpool have been ‘constantly’ calling about £65m wizard as ‘hijack’ not ruled out

Romano: Liverpool have been ‘constantly’ calling about £65m wizard as ‘hijack’ not ruled out

Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Liverpool have been in constant contact with representatives of one player who, for the time being, seems destined for one of their biggest rivals.

Arsenal FC News / Extratime Talk / December 26
Arsenal Striker Gabriel Jesus and Why Arsenal Function Better With Him

Arsenal Striker Gabriel Jesus and Why Arsenal Function Better With Him

There is a growing debate around the Arsenal striker situation right now. Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to fully impose himself, while often-injured Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has quietly reminded people why the Gunners often function better with him leading Arsenal’s attack.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 26
Diogo Jota’s sons to walk out with players for Liverpool v Wolves at Anfield on Saturday

Diogo Jota’s sons to walk out with players for Liverpool v Wolves at Anfield on Saturday

Diogo Jota’s two sons will make a particularly poignant appearance at Anfield on Saturday afternoon when Liverpool host Wolves in the Reds’ final Premier League fixture of 2025.

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