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'Unbelievable football' played credited to '90 per cent' of Liam Rosenior over Wayne Rooney

A former player who played under Liam Rosenior and Wayne Rooney at Derby Country has credited Rosenior for the good football played. Rosenior is of course now the new Chelsea manager, so all focus, quotes, and everything else he’s ever done, is now coming out.

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Legendary club fighting relegation continue pursuit of Tottenham’s Radu Dragusin

Tottenham supporters once again hear the drumbeat of transfer speculation surrounding centre-back Radu Dragusin, with Italian outfit Fiorentina, who are currently fighting relegation, among the clubs showing serious interest in the Romanian this January.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 7

How close is Juventus to giving McKennie a new contract?

Weston McKennie has long been one of the standout performers in the Juventus squad and continues to deliver strong performances under Luciano Spalletti.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 7

Raspadori’s agents set to meet Roma director Massara

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Roma director Frederic Massara is travelling to Milan, where he’ll meet Giacomo Raspadori’s agents. Roma are eager

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 7

Done Deal: Lazio Agree Matteo Guendouzi Sale – The Figures Revealed

Lazio and Fenerbahce have reportedly reached a full agreement on the transfer of Matteo Guendouzi, who will leave the Italian capital in the coming days.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 7

Chelsea fans will say that they already know their next manager after Liam Rosenior

I’m pretty adamant that Chelsea fans will be out there right now saying that they already know their next manager after Liam Rosenior. The former Strasbourg boss has only just been announced as the new Blues head coach but already there is talk about who will replace him one day!

AC Milan News / Caught Offside / January 7

€150m backing for Rosenior as Chelsea look to unleash new attack with double signing

Chelsea are looking to strengthen their attacking unit in the coming months and have identified Fermin Lopez and Rafael Leao as potential targets. Both players have done quite well for their respective clubs, and they should prove to be excellent additions for Chelsea.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 7

Euro giants’ Sporting Director directly addresses ‘opportunity’ to sign £30.5m United star

AS Roma’s Sporting Director has conceded that a deal for Joshua Zirkzee has become less likely following Ruben Amorim’s exit. In the weeks leading up to the January window, the Serie A outfit have had their sights set on a move for Zirkzee in order to offer him an escape route from his Manchester United struggles.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 7

'There really was a difference in football ability,' Hayato Inamura

Hayato Inamura has been speaking about his time in Scotland after returning to Japan to join FC Tokyo on loan just six months after signing for Celtic.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 7

Report: Man Utd eye €30m bargain as answer to defensive woes

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing the Bosnian defender Tarik Muharemovic. The defender has done quite well for Sassuolo in the Italian League, and he could prove to be an excellent long-term acquisition for the Red Devils.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 7

Oliver Glasner admits Crystal Palace star could be allowed to leave in January

Crystal Palace head coach Oliver Glasner has openly acknowledged that club captain Marc Guéhi could yet leave Selhurst Park during the January transfer window, as uncertainty continues to surround the defender’s long-term future.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / January 7

Report – Inter Milan Explore Loan Swap Option For Fiorentina Wingback: Dutch Veteran & Albania Midfielder Potential Counterparts

Inter Milan are reportedly ready to step up efforts to sign Fiorentina wingback Dodo after missing out on Joao Cancelo’s signature. According to Tuttosport via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri could propose a loan swap to convince La Viola to let the Brazilian move to Milan.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / January 7

Tottenham could lose key star as journalist shares unexpected twist

Tottenham Hotspur signed Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich at the start of the season. The Portuguese international has been excellent for them in the Premier League.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 7

Matt Law: Two Chelsea managers didn’t want to continue their work with Chelsea project

It sounds like two former Chelsea managers got fed up of working within the Chelsea project and this is why they are no longer there. The big news from around the last week or so has all revolved around Enzo Maresca and Chelsea parting ways, with Maresca leaving the club on New Years Day.

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / January 7

Parma Vs Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Contemplating Double Change In Defense

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu is reportedly looking to make a double defensive change for tonight’s match against Parma. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Yann Bisseck and Alessandro Bastoni could drop to the bench.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / January 7

Allegri and Milan ‘watching’ title duel between Inter and Napoli

Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri says that he’s only ‘watching’ the title duel between Inter and Napoli, who remain the favourites to win the Scudetto this season.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 7

Champions League finalist rejects Man United enquiry to become new manager

Manchester United’s wide-ranging search for a new manager has taken another turn, with reports suggesting that Manchester United made an enquiry about Simone Inzaghi following the sacking of Ruben Amorim, only to be met with rejection.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7

Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football, admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football but admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot has rejected the notion that his style of play at Liverpool is ‘boring’ but admitted that some of the Reds’ matches this season haven’t been ‘a joy to watch’.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 7

Report: Chelsea make decision on Mike Penders following Liam Rosenior’s appointment

Chelsea have no plans to recall Mike Penders from his loan at Strasbourg after the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach. The Blues confirmed Rosenior’s appointment on Tuesday, and the 41-year-old has signed a six and a half year contract at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 7