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29-year-old defender on Premier League radar as Spurs & Chelsea prepare defensive shake-up

Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae is attracting a lot of attention ahead of the summer transfer window this year. The Bayern Munich centre-back has emerged as a shared target for Tottenham and Chelsea, with both London clubs assessing ways to reinforce their backlines ahead of next season.

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Possible ban for Juventus directors after tunnel confrontation with referee

Reports in Italy suggest that Juventus directors Damien Comolli and Giorgio Chiellini face a possible ban for a tunnel confrontation with referee Federico La Penna during a tense Serie A match against Inter.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / February 16

Three Premier League clubs line up summer move for Real Madrid defender

Real Madrid will be busy this summer, and one possible move that currently looks on the cards is Antonio Rudiger’s exit. The veteran defender is in the final five months of his contract, and although he remains an important figure in the dressing room, there is no guarantee that he is offered a new deal.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / February 16

Two Lazio Key Players Set to Return for Coppa Italia Semi-Final

Lazio are expected to regain the services of Toma Basic and Mattia Zaccagni for the first leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final against Atalanta. On Saturday, the two clubs met in a dress rehearsal at the deserted Stadio Olimpico, which ended with La Dea’s 2-0 win.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / February 16

Italy coach Gattuso makes Bastoni decision after Inter vs. Juventus controversy

Reports in Italy claim that Gennaro Gattuso will continue to rely on Inter star Alessandro Bastoni despite criticism over the defender’s behaviour during the Derby d’Italia against Juventus.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 16

Two German clubs join Arsenal in the race for Real Madrid youngster

Arsenal are reportedly interested in securing the signature of Víctor Valdepeñas, who could depart Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. The midfielder has been afforded limited opportunities with the Whites this season, yet regular appearances have remained elusive when senior players ahead of him in the pecking order are available.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 16

Man United turn to Serie A as Premier League giants scout defensive pair

Manchester United are casting their net across Italy as they prepare for a crucial summer rebuild, with Federico Dimarco of Inter Milan and Pierre Kalulu of Juventus emerging as key defensive targets.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 16

Three players named: Chelsea open to selling three centre backs in the summer

According to a report this week, Chelsea are open to selling Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile, and Trevoh Chalobah in the summer. We are soon heading towards the end of another Premier League season, and that means another summer transfer window.

Manchester City News / Caught Offside / February 16

Romano names leading candidate to replace Guardiola at Man City

As speculation continues to swirl around Pep Guardiola’s long-term future at Manchester City, attention is already turning toward potential successors.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 16

‘Great interest’ in €60m forward, Tottenham ‘closely monitoring’ the next Neymar

Antonio Nusa has performed well since joining German club RB Leipzig and has attracted the attention of Tottenham Hotspur. According to a report from FussballDaten, there is ‘great interest’ in signing the Norwegian attacker, and several clubs are following him.

Lille News / Caught Offside / February 16

Man United players feel it would be 'madness' to let first team player leave in the summer

Harry Maguire’s future at Manchester United has become one of the club’s most pressing contract dilemmas, with reports from The Sun suggesting his teammates are eager for the defender to be handed an improved extension.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 16

Report: Arsenal scout €50 Bundesliga talent on radar of several Premier League clubs

Arsenal have reportedly intensified their interest in RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa, according to German outlet German outlet Fussball Daten. The Premier League leaders have been closely monitoring the talented youngster in recent months, joining fellow English sides Aston Villa and Newcastle United in the race for his signature.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 16

Sources: Tottenham working towards bringing defender back to the Premier League

The prospect of Antonio Rüdiger making a dramatic return to the Premier League is gathering momentum ahead of the summer transfer window, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 16

Former Blue names Chelsea’s 'most improved' player under Liam Rosenior so far

Former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy believes that Joao Pedro is the ‘most improved’ player under Liam Rosenior so far. I don’t think there would be many who would disagree with that statement either, even if quite a few of the players have improved a lot under the new Chelsea head coach.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 16

MEN: Man United star to miss ‘up to three weeks’ of action after sustaining ‘nightmare’ training injury

Toby Collyer’s ‘nightmare’ injury crisis has, unfortunately, continued into his new venture. Days before the winter deadline, the midfielder departed Manchester United to join Hull City on loan for the second half of the 2025/2026 campaign.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 16

Chelsea have done most groundwork: Blues looking at move to sign new centre back

Chelsea have reportedly done the most groundwork, alongside Liverpool, to sign Nottingham Forest centre back, Murillo. The Blues have been linked with him quite a few times recently, and it is a name that does not seem to go away suggesting that it could be a serious move that they look to try and pull off.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 15

'Who knows?' Manchester City star sends a title message to Arsenal

Manchester City remain determined to chase Arsenal in the Premier League title race this season, and they may yet close the gap, according to Tijjani Reijnders.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 15

Odegaard explains his relationship with Haaland as title race continues

Martin Odegaard and Erling Haaland are close friends who also compete for the Norway national team. Both stars feature in the Premier League, representing Arsenal and Manchester City respectively, with their clubs currently locked in a battle for the league title.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / February 15

Why USMNT's Patrick Agyemang deserves a closer look before World Cup

Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, Haji Wright and Josh Sargent are perhaps the options most discussed among the USMNT fan base, but Agyemang should not be overlooked.

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 15

Marc Cucurella’s Injury: Can Chelsea’s 19-Year-Old Jorrel Hato Successfully Step Up To Fill The Left-Back Void?

The news of Marc Cucurella’s injury has dampened the spirits of Chelsea fans worldwide, as initial scans confirmed the Spanish international suffered a hamstring injury during the 2-2 draw against Leeds United.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 15

Tottenham eye manager who won the double in Portugal as potential successor once Igor Tudor’s tenure ends

Tottenham Hotspur are considering a move to appoint Sporting CP manager Rui Borges as a potential replacement for Thomas Frank, according to GiveMeSport, though the Portuguese boss remains behind Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi in the club’s pecking order.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 15

AC Milan keeps Arsenal man on their summer wishlist

AC Milan have been searching for a striker for an extended period, and Gabriel Jesus has emerged as one of their principal targets in recent weeks. The Brazilian forward could have departed the Emirates Stadium during the summer transfer window, yet he ultimately remained and has since attracted attention from several of Europe’s leading clubs.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 15

Tottenham can sign the player they lost to Man City next summer, as uncertainty looms over their regular starter

The North Londoners could be forced into an unplanned transfer when the next summer comes around. And it would lead Tottenham Hotspur to move for someone who was among the considerations at Hotspur Way just a few months back.

Brentford FC News / To The Lane And Back / February 15

Tim Sherwood throws shade at Tottenham while making huge transfer claim involving 18 G/A EPL star

Not many expected Tottenham to find themselves in their current position in the Premier League at this stage of the campaign. The Lilywhites are just five points clear of the relegation zone, making it difficult for fans to place complete faith in the present group of players.