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‘I can tell you…’ – Arne Slot outlines how Mo Salah reacted to being dropped on Sunday

Mo Salah had the rare experience of watching an entire Premier League match from the substitutes’ bench on Sunday as Liverpool triumphed over West Ham.

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Incoming Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy facing a baptism of fire

Wilfried Nancy looks increasingly likely to be named the manager of Celtic Football Club at some point this week , with it seemingly just a matter of when and not if he signs on the dotted line.

Empoli News / Football Italia / December 2

Inter loom as Vicario wants Serie A return from Tottenham

Reports in Italy claim that Inter have set their sights on Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who wants to return to Serie A in the summer. La Gazzetta dello Sport and Il Corriere dello Sport report that Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario wants to return to Serie A at the end of the season.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / December 2

Rodrygo Goes headlines list of players Real Madrid will consider transfer offers for

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes will again be up for sale in the coming transfer windows, with the Brazilian playing a minor role under Xabi Alonso. Rodrygo is one of the higher earners at Real Madrid, but has struggled to replicate his form from two seasons ago.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 2

Whitwell: Man Utd ready to sign £44m EPL star in January on one condition

Manchester United continue to track Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes, but a January deal largely depends on the circumstances. Heading into 2026, the Red Devils’ main priority is to bolster the midfield department, having already pulled off an attacking overhaul last summer.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 2

Report: Newcastle United are working towards bringing Barca star back to Premier League

Newcastle United are reportedly preparing a major push to sign Ferran Torres from Barcelona in the upcoming January window, sparking fresh debate over the Spaniard’s future at Camp Nou.

Manchester City News / Caught Offside / December 2

Tottenham risk facing transfer blow as target is 'keen to engage' with Man City

Tottenham are actively hunting reinforcements up front and their top target appears to be 21-year-old Spaniard Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto. However, their

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 2

2nd December – 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 on 2 December 1905… ONE – SATURDAY 2 DECEMBER 1905 – Port Glasgow Athletic were the visitors to Celtic Park today, and were unlucky not to earn at least a point on a dull and miserable day before a small crowd of 8,000.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 2

Why did Arsenal end their deal with the Rwandan government

Arsenal have confirmed that their partnership with the Rwandan government will conclude after the current season, following the decision not to renew the agreement.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 2

Report – Arsenal keeping a close watch on Juventus star

Arsenal have identified Kenan Yildiz as a priority target for the next transfer window, with the attacker emerging as one of the most impressive performers in Europe in recent seasons.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 2

Report: Liverpool draw up four-player shortlist as Man City threaten Semenyo transfer hijack

Liverpool have reportedly compiled a four-man shortlist of alternative transfer targets to Antoine Semenyo, with Manchester City threatening to swoop for the Bournemouth winger.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 2

'Strong character' who joined recently could already leave Tottenham in January

Tottenham Hotspur attacker Mathys Tel has been linked with a move away from the London club. Roma are interested in signing the 20-year-old attacker, as per Il Messagero, and it will be interesting to see if Tottenham are prepared to sanction his departure in January.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2

Maresca succeeding after embracing Chelsea heritage and abandoning Pep-ball says journalist

The Athletic’s Michael Cox has just done a really good piece about Chelsea’s draw with Arsenal over the weekend, and what it says about the manager’s progress at the club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 2

Neil Mellor claims ‘world-class’ Liverpool player has now given Arne Slot a ‘problem’

Neil Mellor has claimed that the performances of one ‘world-class’ Liverpool player have presented Arne Slot with a ‘problem’ at Anfield. Florian Wirtz

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 2

Callum McGregor praises Celtic teammate Arne Engels

Callum McGregor has praised Celtic teammate Arne Engels for the effect he has had on the side since Martin O’Neill took charge… Among those who have drastically improved their performances under O’Neill’s guidance is Engels, the £11 million Belgian midfielder who has gone from strength to strength in recent weeks.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 2

Sources: Chelsea lead Premier League rivals Liverpool in the race to sign €90m star

Top European clubs are lining up to sign a new defender and at the centre of it is 22-year-old French centre-back Castello Lukeba. Clubs across England are lining up for the highly rated defender from RB Leipzig, with Chelsea currently leading the winter chase, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2

Chelsea were 'incredible' in this one way against 'the best team' claims Malo Gusto

It feels like every single Chelsea player took a moment to speak to the TV cameras after the draw with Arsenal on Sunday, and we can understand why. They can be very proud of their efforts.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 2

Opta predictions for Chelsea’s next game this week will not suit The Blues

Opta’s predictions for Chelsea’s next game this week will actually not really suit The Blues, incidentally. It’s a strange one because really, we have seen Chelsea playing much better against teams that they are not expected to beat.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 2

Liverpool handed significant Mo Salah boost ahead of upcoming AFCON absence

Liverpool will soon lose Mo Salah to international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), but they’ll be able to keep him for longer than originally earmarked.

Sky reporter: Man United are keeping an eye on left-back who could cost €60m

Nathaniel Brown, the 22-year-old left-back starring for Eintracht Frankfurt, has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest defensive prospects, and the summer of 2026 could shape up into a full-blown bidding war for his signature.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 2

Thomas Frank said to be losing/confusing the Tottenham dressing room

The Tottenham dressing room has been a hotspot for unrest and discontent for much of the past decade, often tied to a cycle of managerial turnover, limited squad investment, and mounting expectations without consistent silverware.

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

Thomas Frank gives key Tottenham team news ahead of crunch Newcastle clash

Tottenham Hotspur continue to struggle to create chances and pick up wins at home, and their recent frustration came against Fulham. They lost 2-1 to the Cottagers, who picked up their first win away from home this season, leaving the Spurs fans extremely disappointed.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 1

Supercomputer makes surprise Liverpool and Tottenham match prediction

A newly run supercomputer simulation has produced a surprising Premier League table prediction, backing Liverpool to finish inside the top four despite their inconsistent form this season.

Nottingham Forest News / Esteemed Kompany / December 1

Manchester City have put the work in to sign a Nottingham Forest midfielder

By now it is well-established that Manchester City have an interest in signing Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. Craig Hope has previously reported for the Daily Mail that City were planning on making the England international one of their top targets for next summer.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 1

Messi vs. Muller: A rivalry renewed ahead of MLS Cup Final

Lionel Messi versus Thomas Muller: A rivalry told through three classic matches ahead of MLS Cup Final

The 2025 MLS Cup final is set: Inter Miami will host the Vancouver Whitecaps in Ft Lauderdale on Saturday, Dec. 6, to determine the league's next champion, and it will provide the opportunity for two stars to write the next chapter of their longstanding rivalry.

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