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'In this moment' – Enzo Maresca reveals reason behind lack of minutes for forgotten Chelsea star

Enzo Maresca has revealed why Facundo Buonanotte hasn’t featured for Chelsea recently despite being fit and available. Buonanotte was a surprise loan signing from Brighton in the summer, with the Argentine one of five attacking signings.

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Altafini: Napoli more affected by injuries than Juventus, watch out for two players

Former Napoli and Juventus striker José Altafini feels the Partenopei are more affected by injuries than the Bianconeri and names Rasmus Hojlund and Francisco Conceiçao as the potential key players in Sunday’s meeting at the Stadio Maradona.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / December 5

Report: Newcastle keen on playmaker who is shining in the Bundesliga now

Leicester City midfielder Bilal El Khannouss has been linked with a move away from the club permanently. The midfielder is currently on loan at Stuttgart, and they have an option to buy the player for a fee of around £22 million.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 5

Rangers contact highly rated La Liga Sporting Director over move

Real Betis are one of the form and fashionable teams in Spain, as they pursue European football and potentially even a Champions League spot. Los Verdiblancos

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

Report: Le Bris looking to reunite with €25-30m-rated star in January

Sunderland has been linked with a move for the French international midfielder Matteo Guendouzi. According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Sunderland are looking to add more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and they have identified the 26-year-old central midfielder as a target.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 5

Angeliño returns to Roma training after over two months

Roma wing-back Angeliño returned to group training on Friday, preparing to return to action after more than two months. Roma defender Angeliño completed a full training session with the rest of the team today, according to various Italian sources, including Sky Sport Italia and Corriere dello Sport.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 5

Revealed: Impressive Stat As Inter Enter December Drawless For First Time Since Second World War

Inter Milan have reached December without recording a single draw in all competitions under Cristian Chivu, a feat they last achieved in the 1940-41 season when the club was still known as Ambrosiana.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 5

Nancy knowledge should lead Celtic to make MSL signings – Neil McGuinness

LAFC technical director Neil McGuinness believes that Celtic would be wise to target players from the MLS given Wilfried Nancy has just been appointed… The ex-Hoops scout who now heads the top position at LAFC in the MLS was Nancy’s recruitment guru at Columbus Crew.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 5

San Siro Nears Sell Out For Inter Milan Vs Como Showdown As Nerazzurri Fans Get Behind Their Team

San Siro is gearing up for a vibrant atmosphere as Inter Milan prepare to host Como in their Serie A 14th-round fixture, with the stadium approaching a full sell-out.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Italia / December 5

Fabregas destined for Man City or Barcelona after Como

Reports in Italy claim that Cesc Fabregas is destined to become the successor to either Hansi Flick at Barcelona or Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 5

Official: Referee Team Confirmed For Inter Milan Serie A Clash With Como

Serie A officials have confirmed the referee team for Inter Milan’s upcoming clash with Como at San Siro with Marco Di Bello, from the Brindisi section, appointed to take charge.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

'One of the regrets' – Enzo Maresca names Chelsea player he wishes he played against Leeds

Enzo Maresca has admitted he regrets not playing Josh Acheampong in the defeat to Leeds at Elland Road on Wednesday evening. Acheampong was once again left on the bench despite Maresca changing his centre back pairing and moving Trevoh Chalobah to right back.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 5

Inter Milan Continue To Monitor Real Madrid Bound Forward Shining In Serie A

Inter Milan remain closely interested in Argentine forward Nico Paz. According to Tuttosport, via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are keeping a close eye on the Como star, amid reports that Real Madrid are hovering over their option to buy the player back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

Enzo Maresca provides concerning Romeo Lavia update ahead of Bournemouth clash

Enzo Maresca has provided an update on Romeo Lavia ahead of Chelsea’s game against Bournemouth on Saturday. Lavia picked up an injury against Qarabag last month, and updates have been few and far between on the Belgian since.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 5

Should we believe Rice’s opinion about his injury?

Arsenal faced an anxious moment during their match against Brentford when Declan Rice was forced off after sustaining an injury. The midfielder has been a crucial presence in the team in recent weeks and has consistently delivered high-level performances.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 5

Arne Slot gives update on Elliott’s situation at Villa – 'I know how he feels'

Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott has found the start of his season at Aston Villa tougher than expected, with the England international making only seven appearances so far and accumulating just 174 minutes of football.

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RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / December 5

Tottenham leading race for €80m Arsenal and Chelsea target, in talks with his agents

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Rodrygo Goes from Real Madrid. According to a report from Fichajes, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in the player as well.

Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / December 5

Tottenham handed a boost by huge Jean-Philippe Mateta transfer development

Credit where it’s due, Tottenham’s forwards have rediscovered their scoring touch in recent games. Both Richarlison and Randal Kolo Muani have performed well in recent weeks, showcasing immense quality and determination to help the club turn around its Premier League fortunes.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

Just In: Man United target informs his club he wants to test himself at a higher level

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has hinted at a possible exit in the upcoming January transfer window, with Manchester United among the clubs closely monitoring his situation.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 5

Slot confirms Joe Gomez injury amid Conor Bradley fitness update

Liverpool will be bolstered this weekend as Conor Bradley is set to return to the squad for our Premier League trip to Leeds United. The Northern Ireland international has missed the past four matches but is now back in training and ready to feature after Arne Slot confirmed his availability at his pre-match press conference.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

Sources: Man United make decision on top January target; player is loved by Amorim’s staff

With the January transfer window fast approaching, Manchester United are accelerating their plans to strengthen the midfield, an area that manager Ruben Amorim views as key to restoring balance and creativity in the team.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 5

Thomas Frank gets real about what Mathys Tel must do to ‘catch his eye’

Tottenham Hotspur are back at home on Saturday, as Thomas Frank prepares to face his former club Brentford in the Premier League. Spurs showed fight and character to come back twice to earn a 2-2 away draw with Newcastle United.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 5

Spurs on standby as household name is tipped for Barcalona exit

Marcus Rashford’s future remains one of the hottest topics in football transfers. The 28-year-old England international is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester United, where he’s impressed enough to spark a bidding war.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

The Athletic reveal how Chelsea feel internally after Leeds defeat

Internally Chelsea don’t expect to be in a position to win the Premier League come the end of the season according to The Athletic. Chelsea went unbeaten in November and put in some impressive performances, but December got off to the worst possible start.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 5

It would seem that everything is beginning to click for a Manchester City magician

Rayan Cherki arrived at Manchester City last summer as one of the more exciting signings the club had made for some time. Cherki is one of the premier creative players in football and his skill in possession and eye for a pass, coupled with his ability to produce the spectacular is almost unparalleled.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

Where Opta are now predicting Chelsea finish in the league will please Blues owners

Chelsea owners will be totally fine with where Opta are predicting they will finish in the Premier League this season. Opta have updated their predictions after the latest round of Premier League games this week in which Chelsea lost 3-1 against relegation battlers Leeds United in what was a terrible performance from The Blues.