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Top source makes explosive claim that key Chelsea players were 'frustrated' under Maresca

Matt Law published a piece today with the surprising claim that Chelsea are going to try and buy a defender this month, after months of claims that they wouldn’t do any major business, and after denying previous manager Enzo Maresca a player in that position in the summer.

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Be prepared for an almighty backlash if Board let us down yet again

Celtic left the Falkirk stadium last night with a vital three points in what is becoming the tightest race for the league title in many years… Before I get to the negatives I want to say this, if Wilfried Nancy was in the dugout last night we would have lost that game, there is no doubt in my mind.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 15

Former Juventus winger Douglas Costa all set for shocking Italy return

Former Juventus star Douglas Costa is on the cusp of finalising his return to Italian football by joining fourth-tier club Chievo Verona. The 35-year-old is a Brazilian winger who started his career at Gremio and rose to prominence during his stint at Shakhtar Donetsk.

Napoli News / Football Italia / January 15

Zirkzee and Mainoo talks on hold: ‘No signals’ from Man United to Roma and Napoli

Manchester United are reluctant to make big changes in the January transfer window, so talks with Roma and Napoli for Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo are currently on hold.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 15

Sky journo: It ‘can’t be ruled out’ that £37m Man United star joins Euro giants this month

Although they’re currently waiting on the impending arrival of forward Donyell Malen, AS Roma remain interested in signing Joshua Zirkzee this month. It

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

‘He was so keen to leave’ – Journalist says ex-Liverpool player couldn’t wait to get out of Anfield

One former Liverpool player was seemingly ‘so keen to leave’ the club last year before ultimately getting his wish. There was significant movement both into and out of Anfield in the summer transfer window, with a number of those who’d helped the Reds to Premier League glory departing after Arne Slot’s first season at the helm.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / January 15

Real Madrid to act on Xabi Alonso transfer wishes after denying them in the summer

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso reportedly did not feel that he had sufficient backing from the board during his short stint at the Bernabeu, but it seems they are now more in tune with the Basque manager’s thinking.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 15

Solomon will ‘talk about football, not politics’, Brescianini sees ‘ambitious’ Fiorentina

New Fiorentina signings Manor Solomon and Marco Brescianini were unveiled at a press conference today: ‘I’m not here to talk about politics, I’m here to play football,’ said the Tottenham loanee.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Arteta insists Gyokeres brings a lot to the Arsenal team

Viktor Gyokeres ended his goal drought as Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-2 in the League Cup semi-final last night, a moment that will bring clear relief and satisfaction to the Swedish striker.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 15

'No excuses' – But two goal hero names two of them as Chelsea lose to Arsenal

Chelsea were beaten by Arsenal last night, but one person who made the most of his chance was Alejandro Garnacho, who came into the game as a sub but scored both of his team’s goals in the second half.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 15

Man Utd only made one ‘Amorim signing’ much to Carrick’s delight – (Opinion)

New interim Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick will find a squad capable of easily adapting to his favourite formation, as the Ruben Amorim overhaul never occurred.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 15

Sarri Could Immediately Resign if Lazio Sell Key Defender

The potential sale of Alessio Romagnoli could prove to be the final straw in the increasingly tense relationship between Lazio and Maurizio Sarri. The 67-year-old made his return to Formello last summer after 15 months on the shelf.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 15

Real Madrid players to receive ‘warning’ from hierarchy after Copa del Rey exit

Real Madrid could scarcely have imagined a worse start to the Alvaro Arbeloa rein, after his side were dumped out of the Copa del Rey by Segunda side Albacete on Wednesday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

Liverpool may have ex-teammate of Florian Wirtz to thank for securing blockbuster transfer

Florian Wirtz became Liverpool’s first £100m+ signing last summer, and a former teammate of his may have played a part in that then club-record transfer coming to fruition.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 15

Bombshell claims Chelsea have totally changed their January transfer plans

We’ve predicted a quiet January for Chelsea all season, and so had all of the well sources insiders and journalists who speak to people at the club. Well, that’s all changed.

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Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 15

Salah’s Liverpool return should accelerate Chiesa’s move to Juventus

Juventus are reportedly closer to bringing Federico Chiesa back to the club, with Mohamed Salah returning to Liverpool following his participation in the African Cup of Nations.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 15

€100m bid prepared: Man United braced for Bayern transfer offer for star player

Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing to pay as much as €100m for the ambitious potential transfer of Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes. The Portugal international has been a star performer for Man Utd for many years now, proving himself to be by far the most successful signing the club has made in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 15

Chelsea bring in new goalkeeper who could now challenge for first team spot

Chelsea have reportedly made a decision to bring in a goalkeeper who could now challenge for a first team spot. The Blues most certainly have a bit of a goalkeeper situation going on right now.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 15

Fabrizio Romano Exclusive: Verbal agreement in big bit of Chelsea transfer news

According to an exclusive from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, there has been a verbal agreement reached in a big bit of Chelsea transfer news. And what makes this even more intriguing is that the news and move is for this January transfer window and not the summer.

Bayern Munich News / Extratime Talk / January 15

Sadio Mane’s Brilliance in Senegal vs Egypt Strengthens His Claim as an All-Time African Great

Sadio Mane shone with his brilliance in Senegal’s win against Egypt in a semi-final clash at the African Cup of Nations in Morocco on Wednesday, January 14.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

Former Liverpool defender to pull on red again with Dortmund looming

Liverpool’s annual charity fixture is starting to take shape, but the latest update hints at something far bigger than a list of names. The club has confirmed a further five former players for March’s Legends match at Anfield, as reported by Liverpool FC Foundation.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 15

Crystal Palace star has offer to join Juventus in January

Juventus have approached Crystal Palace for striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to Sky Sport Italia, as the Italian giants look to strengthen their attack during Dusan Vlahović’s injury absence.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

The Liverpool duo backed to thrive against Burnley this weekend

Liverpool’s attacking direction has been quietly taking shape in recent weeks, even if results have not always reflected dominance. New analysis from BBC Sport Senior Journalist Thomas Woods has singled out two of our attackers as players to trust ahead of Burnley’s visit to Anfield.

Real Sociedad News / Extratime Talk / January 15

A Look at the Recent Bayern Munich Women Transfers

The Bayern Munich women’s team are currently at their winter training camp in the south of Spain, preparing for the second half of the season. They are

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 15

Aston Villa now prefer £54m striker over Tammy Abraham

Aston Villa have taken a decisive step towards signing Fiorentina star Moise Kean, identifying the prolific Italian striker as their preferred replacement for AS Roma-bound Donyell Malen, according to Calciomercato.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 15

£20m midfielder who’s rejecting contract offers would be ‘absolutely perfect’ for Carrick, says former Red

Former Red Paul Parker has urged Manchester United to try and negotiate a deal for Ruben Neves this month. This comes after the midfielder entered the final five months of his terms with Al-Hilal, with reports suggesting he has rebuffed numerous contract offers amid a growing desire to return to Europe.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / January 15

Tottenham contact £75m-rated Salah-esque winger in a ‘shock’ move

Tottenham Hotspur have had quite a lot of problems going forward this season. And this lack of output in front of goal has left Thomas Frank scratching his head as he looks to get his offensive sequences right going into the second half of the season.