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Report: Chelsea want to sign modern attacker from top European club, £79m move lined up

Chelsea are hoping to sign the Turkish international attacker Kenan Yildiz from Juventus. The 20-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has shown his quality with Juventus.

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Zanetti: ‘Inter among top 5 in Europe,’ but Verona have fresh injury problems

Verona have fresh injury problems ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Inter, who coach Paolo Zanetti claims are ‘among the top five teams in Europe.’ It kicks off at the Stadio Bentegodi on Sunday at 11.30 GMT.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 1

Chelsea star slammed with 300 hours of community service after pleading guilty to disgraceful actions

Wesley Fofana has been handed 300 hours of community service after pleading guilty to some insane driving on the A3. The Chelsea defender weaved between cars and into the hard shoulder, well above the speed limit, in dashcam footage taken in April of this year.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / November 1

'In no doubt'- Thomas Frank gives unequivocal verdict on misfiring Tottenham summer signing

Tottenham summer signing Xavi Simons is still finding his feet at N17 as he looks to replicate the form he consistently displayed for RB Leipzig. The Dutchman has yet to truly make his mark for the Lilywhites, with fans and pundits beginning to question whether he is ready to perform at the highest level in the Premier League.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / November 1

'Ridiculous' Chelsea star facing prison if he doesn’t meet conditions of dangerous driving punishment

Chelsea centre-back Wesley Fofana has reportedly been hit with yet another punishment for dangerous driving – his ninth such incident. The French defender has mostly been a bit of a flop at Stamford Bridge, despite previously impressing at Leicester City and joining the Blues for a big fee.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 1

Man United turn attention towards 'world-class playmaker' after Baleba transfer setback

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing the German International midfielder Angelo Stiller. The 24-year-old has done quite well in the Bundesliga with VfB Stuttgart, and he has attracted the attention of the Premier League club.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / November 1

'Unique and special'- Thomas Frank keen to experience his first London derby with Tottenham as Chelsea visit N17

Tottenham suffered a crushing defeat against Newcastle United, bringing their Carabao Cup run to an abrupt end. The Lilywhites looked second-best for most of the game, with the Magpies capitalising on the pragmatic approach adopted by Thomas Frank’s side.

'Give them a breather'- Rotation key for Thomas Frank’s midfield dilemma as Tottenham prepare for Chelsea

Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea face off under the lights on Saturday in a fiercely contested London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. After exiting

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 1

'Magic' Cole Palmer compared to Leeds player by former Chelsea man

Chelsea face Tottenham today, and while we can all be hopeful of getting a good result, we’d all be a lot more hopeful if Cole Palmer was in the team. The attacking midfielder has barely featured this season thanks to injury, and the team looks bereft of ideas without him.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 1

Arsenal team news: Has this Arteta decision condemned Gyokeres to continue his goal drought?

Arsenal have named their starting XI for today’s Premier League game away to Burnley, and one immediate issue stands out. Even if the Gunners are big favourites

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 1

'Will not sit back'- Frank playing mind games with Enzo Maresca as Tottenham prepare for Chelsea test

Tottenham Hotspur are set to host Chelsea in a highly anticipated London Derby today. Thomas Frank & Co. have enjoyed a brilliant start to the Premier League campaign this season, and the Dane head coach will be hoping to grab a statement win later this evening.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 1

Predicted: Enzo Maresca to make one significant tweak to preferred team in Spurs clash

It’s perhaps Chelsea’s biggest game of the season so far today as the Blues take on Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and what we’re all wondering at this stage, a few hours before kick off, it what team Enzo Maresca is going to pick.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 1

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Burnley – Saliba and Gabriel start

Arsenal travel to Burnley today in the Premier League as they look to maintain their impressive winning run, and this is the team chosen by Mikel Arteta to secure another three points.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 1

Leeds United monitoring in-form Championship star as potential transfer target

Leeds United are reportedly monitoring Coventry City’s in-form striker Haji Wright as a potential transfer target, though he’s unlikely to be a priority for the club in January.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Burnley vs Arsenal Confirmed Lineups for November 1

These are the confirmed lineups for Burnley vs Arsenal at Turf Moor, as the Gunners look to extend their impressive form following an early-season loss at Liverpool.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 1

World champion closing in on Manchester United return; huge boost for Ruben Amorim

Manchester United will receive a significant boost in their defensive department after suffering from anxiety and lots of reshuffling in their backline.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Cash names Liverpool player we’re missing most this season

Liverpool head into another tricky Premier League weekend as Aston Villa travel to Anfield, and one of our opponents for the night has highlighted exactly why we’re feeling the absence of a key figure.

Soccer News / Larry Brown Sports / November 1

Seattle Reign coach admits to using A.I. to win games

In a groundbreaking revelation for NWSL tactics, Seattle Reign FC head coach Laura Harvey has openly credited ChatGPT with transforming her team’s defensive strategy, propelling them from league basement dwellers to playoff contenders in 2025.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 1

Manchester United to battle Manchester City and Barcelona for Levante striking sensation

Manchester United have still been looking for new strikers in the transfer market as the January transfer window knocks on the door. When this interest

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Aston Villa for November 1

Liverpool return to Anfield this weekend with pressure rising and questions growing louder. Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup defeat to Crystal Palace, a 0-3 loss at home, followed the painful league defeat to Brentford last weekend.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Slot tells fans what must change after tough start to season

Liverpool fans have seen a tough start to the 2025/26 season, and Arne Slot has been frank about the standards we must now restore. In the official matchday programme ahead of the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, the Dutchman did not shy away from acknowledging recent poor results.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 1

Austin FC wary of LAFC's counterattack entering Game 2

Los Angeles FC will try to seal their fourth consecutive Western Conference semifinal appearance when they visit Austin FC in Game 2 of a first-round MLS Cup playoff series on Sunday evening.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 1

Unai Emery admits Liverpool are ‘very difficult to stop’ as Villa boss makes honest Premier League admission

Unai Emery has been full of praise ahead of his side’s trip to face the Premier League champions at Anfield this weekend. Speaking to the press (via avfc.co.uk), the Aston Villa boss admitted that Liverpool’s recent success under Arne Slot has been nothing short of “amazing”.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 1

Report: Forgotten Chelsea star subject to shock interest from surprise Premier League club

Everton are keeping an eye on Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson who’s currently on loan at Bayern Munich according to reports. Jackson joined Bayern on a season long loan, with an obligation to buy based on making a certain number of appearances.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 1

A full blown injury crisis: Thomas Frank’s absentee list hit double figures

I was never a fan of Ange Postecoglou, but the news ahead of this afternoon’s game suggests I was too harsh on him regarding Tottenham injuries. The centre-back positions are the hardest hit, with Drăgușin, Davies, Romero (recently back), and Takai all affected.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 1

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United: Three key battles

Manchester United are scheduled to face Nottingham Forest this weekend. Ruben Amorim has finally found his stride at Old Trafford, and that can be seen in the performance side he has been putting in of late.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 1

Tottenham vs Chelsea: Three Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

The Tottenham vs Chelsea London derby is set for Saturday as the two clubs meet in what promises to be a high-stakes Premier League clash. And if Matchweek 10’s fixture of the 2025/26 Premier League season is anything like 4-3 Chelsea win in December 2024, football fans are in for a treat.