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Manchester United told to forget about Michael Carrick and appoint manager even better than Jurgen Klopp

Manchester United legend Jaap Stam has urged the club to forget about Michael Carrick and appoint Roberto De Zerbi instead. Stam believes the former Brighton manager will be a perfect fit for the Red Devils and De Zerbi may prefer a move to Old Trafford as well.

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Sterling linked with Napoli but a move remains complicated

Raheem Sterling has been linked with a move to Napoli as a free agent – but the transfer remains unlikely for a couple of big reasons. According to British

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

From Tottenham to Tuscany: Fabio Paratici’s Fiorentina Mission

As Fiorentina struggle at the bottom end of Serie A, they have turned to a tried and tested sporting director to help them. Giancarlo Rinaldi examines the task in store for the Spurs man.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Vergara reveals admiration for Zielinski at Napoli: ‘My idol is Messi but he was beautiful to watch’

Napoli youngster Antonio Vergara has spoken about his footballing influences, naming Lionel Messi as his idol but admitting he was especially inspired by watching Piotr Zielinski up close during his early days with the Partenopei.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 5

5th February – Five Memorable Celtic Moments on This Day

Five memorable Celtic moments, with a nod to the late Celtic Historian and Celtic Star legend David Potter, on this day starting in 1916… ONE – SATURDAY

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5

'We’ve seen that before' – Anfield return is deemed a ‘possibility’ for ex-Liverpool powerhouse

European football expert Andy Brassell isn’t ruling out the possibility of a return to Liverpool for Jarell Quansah in the future. The 23-year-old was

Soccer News / The Laziali / February 5

Juventus vs Lazio | Where to Watch, Insights, Lineups & Prediction

With the Mercato drama now behind us, Lazio must find their composure when they travel north to take on the in-form Juventus. The Serie A clash between Juventus and Lazio kicks off at 20:45 local time on Sunday, February 8, at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

How and where to buy tickets for Manchester United vs. Tottenham

Manchester United will host Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday, and they will look to build on their recent run of form with a win at home.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

How to buy Premier League tickets for Liverpool vs. Manchester City

Liverpool might be out of this season’s title race, but they can still have a major impact on Manchester City’s title hopes when they meet in the Premier League this weekend.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / February 5

'I asked them…' – Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior accuses Arsenal of lack of respect

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has slammed Arsenal for showing what he felt was a lack of respect ahead of their Carabao Cup semi-final this week. Arsenal beat Chelsea 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium to complete a 4-2 aggregate victory over Rosenior’s side and book their place in the Carabao Cup final.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Sabatini: Gasperini’s complaint inelegant, but Roma future not uncertain

Former Roma director Walter Sabatini feels Gian Piero Gasperini’s complaints against director Frederic Massara are ‘not elegant’, but this doesn’t mean the coach will leave the Olimpico at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5

The two Arsenal players who miss Zinchenko the most

Oleksandr Zinchenko has left Arsenal to join Ajax, bringing an end to his time at the Emirates Stadium. The Ukrainian was a popular figure in the dressing room and initially arrived as one of the Premier League’s finest left backs.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 5

Juventus wants to extend the contract of impressive defender

Pierre Kalulu remains under contract at Juventus until 2029, a situation that has so far allowed the club to feel comfortable about his long-term future without urgency.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / February 5

'Arsenal are interested…': Romano transfer revelation will have Gunners fans purring

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. He was linked with Arsenal during the January transfer window, but they did not make a move to secure his signature.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5

Euro giants set non-negotiable transfer condition for 26-year-old as Liverpool fears grow

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent months, and the Spanish club is prepared to secure his signature.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / February 5

Fiorentina star Kean ‘the best’ striker in Italy, says Paratici

During his unveiling press conference at Fiorentina, the new Tuscans’ director Fabio Paratici praised Moise Kean: ‘He’s the best Italian striker.’ Fiorentina star Kean is the ‘best’ striker in Italy, according to new Viola director Paratici.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 5

Liverpool and Man United hold talks for £83m star, as Real Madrid prepare to crash the party

Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton will be a player in demand during the summer transfer window. Manchester United and Liverpool are interested in

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Paratici ‘not sure’ Tottenham’s training centre is better than Fiorentina’s

Fabio Paratici says that Tottenham have the ‘best training centre in the world’, but he’s ‘not sure’ it’s better than Fiorentina’s Viola Park. Fiorentina unveiled their new director, Paratici, at a press conference today.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5

Bayern Munich considers making a move for Arsenal star

Bayern Munich has been linked with a potential move for Kai Havertz in the next transfer window, and it remains to be seen how Arsenal would respond to such interest.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 5

Slot gives first insight into Liverpool’s Jacquet addition

Arne Slot has spoken publicly about Jeremy Jacquet for the first time since Liverpool confirmed an agreement to sign the French defender from Stade Rennais.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 5

Liam Rosenior tells media when he will know if Reece James and Pedro Neto are fit for Sunday

Liam Rosenior is taking his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Wolves this weekend, and while there are a few interesting things to cover, the most important updates, as always, were on the fitness of players.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5

Merino’s injury is explained further by his father

Mikel Merino could remain on the sidelines for an extended period as further details emerge regarding his injury. The midfielder has already missed time due to the problem and is expected to be unavailable for selection for the next few weeks.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 5

Manchester City vs Newcastle: Omar Marmoush’s Double Fires City Into Carabao Cup Final

Omar Marmoush’s double in the Manchester City vs Newcastle game was vital for the Citizens, who beat the Geordies 3-1 in the Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg to set up a massive final against Premier League leaders Arsenal.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 5

Tottenham’s 19-year-old first-teamer set for positional change in coming weeks amid lack of reinforcements

Tottenham Hotspur supporters expected to have a strong winter transfer window, given the difficult season that the Lilywhites have been enduring under Thomas Frank’s tutelage.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5

Report: Liverpool could rival London duo in heavyweight battle to sign ‘standout’ teenage forward

Liverpool could reportely vie with two London heavyweights in the battle to snap up teenage Middlesbrough forward Cruz Ibeh. The 17-year-old was handed his senior debut for the Teesside club in their FA Cup clash away to Fulham last month and has also been an unused substitute in a couple of Championship games for Kim Hellberg’s in-form outfit.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 5

The Athletic detail Chelsea’s plans for the summer transfer window

Chelsea are looking for a centre back, midfielder and attacker this summer according to the latest report from The Athletic. The Blues had a quiet January in which they recalled Mamadou Sarr and made no signings, despite trying to bring a new centre back in.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / February 5

Another trip to Wembley awaits Manchester City in what could be a huge step in this team’s development

Manchester City swept aside Newcastle United in the first half of their Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg tie last night. A brace from Omar Marmoush and a goal from Tijjani Reijnders saw City enter halftime with a 3-nil lead and a 5-nil aggregate lead.