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Manchester United fall behind Manchester City in battle for dream midfield transfer target

Manchester United are going to be one of the most aggressive teams in the summer transfer window when it comes to upgrading their midfield situation, and they are already scouting a who’s who of the best up and coming midfielders in the Premier League.

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Cristiano Ronaldo could cost Manchester United Bruno Fernandes

Cristiano Ronaldo is not happy with how things are going at Al-Nassr, and the Saudi Pro League giants – and even the government sporting enterprise as a whole – could be willing to get rid of one of the greatest players of all time.

Real Madrid News / The Trivela Effect / February 6

Alvaro Arbeloa is making an obvious Aurelien Tchouameni decision

Real Madrid defensive midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is one of the most important players on the team, because he is the only true No. 6 and anchoring player in a midfield that has been lacking control since Toni Kroos left – and was hurt even more by Luka Modric’s departure to AC Milan.

Crystal Palace News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / February 6

Liam Rosenior delivers 'biggest' Chelsea dressing room team talk for 'important' Wolves clash

Head coach Liam Rosenior has set out his expectations clearly for the Chelsea squad ahead of their Premier League clash against Wolves. Chelsea make the trip to Molineux looking to bounce back from their Carabao Cup semi-final exit to Arsenal in midweek, as they also eye a fourth consecutive league win in a row.

Real Madrid News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Real Madrid Wants to Sign Barcelona's Pedri: Report

Real Madrid wants to pull off a surprise in the transfer window and 'steal' a player from Barcelona. Specifically, Pedri, according to reports in Spain.

Soccer News / centredevils / February 6

Michael Carrick comments on being appointed as Manchester United’s permanent manager

Michael Carrick has had an incredible run of form since taking charge at Old Trafford. The former Manchester United midfielder has returned to Carrington, and for the second time has been trusted with the caretaker manager role.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Manchester City Seek Big Payoff After Wise Winter Window Recruiting

As we approach the business end of the Premier League season, Manchester City find themselves six points behind runaway leaders Arsenal. Having not quite managed to reach their scintillating best during the first half of the campaign, the Citizens knew they needed to take full advantage of the recent winter window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 6

'We apologise' Mikel Arteta responds to Chelsea coach

Mikel Arteta has issued an apology to Liam Rosenior following complaints that his team was not given sufficient privacy while preparing for their match against Arsenal.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / February 6

Arsenal got rejected by a totally bizarre midfield transfer target

Arsenal have one of the strongest midfields in world football. The anchoring pair of Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi is playing at a higher level than literally anyone else this season, and they are a huge reason why the Gunners are now the best team in English football.

Rennes News / Caught Offside / February 6

Liverpool set to raid Newcastle again, 26-year-old star emerges as surprise target

Liverpool remains interested in signing the Newcastle United defender Sven Botman. They are plotting a move for the 26-year-old Netherlands international at the end of the season, and it remains to be seen whether Newcastle is prepared to sanction his departure.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 6

Tottenham’s grim stance on the pursuit of ‘Turkish Del Piero’ emerges

Tottenham Hotspur’s domestic form has been truly terrible, winning just two of their last 15 Premier League games, and one can make a serious case that the club’s European form is the only thing keeping Thomas Frank in the job.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 6

David Ornstein sheds more light on Arsenal’s interest in Tonali

Sandro Tonali’s agent has moved to dismiss rumours that he spoke to Arsenal and offered the midfielder to the Gunners, raising further questions about how much substance there was behind the January speculation.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 6

Serie A | Verona 0-0 Pisa – Honours even in bottom-of-the-table clash

Verona and Pisa shared the points in a goalless draw at the Bentegodi, with Lorenzo Montipò producing a string of crucial saves to deny the visitors in a dramatic finale.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 6

Lazio Sporting Director Confirms: ‘Inter Milan Midfielder Wanted To Join But Timing Wasn’t Right’

Lazio sporting director Angelo Fabiani has confirmed that an Inter Milan midfielder was keen on a January switch to the Biancocelesti, comments that strongly point toward Davide Frattesi.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / February 6

Tottenham monitoring Serie A midfielder who finished 18th in Ballon d’Or 2025 rankings

Tottenham Hotspur once again failed to get key signings over the line in the winter transfer window. Thomas Frank’s squad was desperate for reinforcements at the start of January, but only Conor Gallagher and Souza arrived at the club.

Empoli News / SempreInter.com / February 6

Inter Milan & Switzerland Veteran Confirms Imminent Meeting With Club To Discuss Future

Inter Milan goalkeeper Yann Sommer has confirmed he will soon hold talks with the club to clarify his future. Sommer spoke during the opening ceremony of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Fiorentina News / Football Italia / February 6

Kouame leaves Fiorentina to join Aris

Christian Kouame has completed a permanent transfer from Fiorentina to Greek Super League side Aris Thessaloniki, bringing his spell in Florence to an end.

Hoffenheim News / Extratime Talk / February 6

Bayern Munich Contracts Update: Positive News For Serge Gnabry As Sacha Boey Is Loaned Out

As we reported a couple of weeks ago, Bayern Munich have several players whose contracts are expiring, either this summer or soon after. In three of those cases (two of the ones expiring this year), we now have clarity as we are able to bring you our Bayern Munich contracts update.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 6

Luciano Spalletti: Can Serie A’s perennial overachiever restore glory to Juventus?

Antonio Conte and Massimiliano Allegri dominate discussions of modern Serie A managerial greatness. Luciano Spalletti, however, is mentioned far less frequently, largely because his career has been defined by defying the odds rather than sustaining dynasties.

James Rodriguez Transfer: 2026 Brings A New Face To Major League Soccer

The living legend of Colombian football is opening a bold new chapter of his career in the United States. This highly anticipated James Rodriguez transfer has officially reached its final stages, as the 34-year-old playmaker has shaken hands with MLS side Minnesota United.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 6

Marc Cucurella ambushed by one of his wind-up victims on live TV

Marc Cucurella is one of the biggest “wind up merchants” around, and he was up to his old tricks last weekend when he was provoking West Ham players by the corner flag.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 6

Tottenham face battle to sign 23-year-old Man City star whose appearances have been limited to domestic cup competitions

Tottenham Hotspur headed into the winter transfer window with a clear objective of strengthening Thomas Frank’s squad as much as possible. By the end of the transfer window, it became clear that the board has failed to deliver yet again.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 6

Exclusive says €35m price tag set and Chelsea 'open to offers' for 24 year old already

Chelsea brought central defender Mamadou Sarr back from his loan at Strasbourg in January, meaning that they will have a very crowded selection in that area of the pitch once Levi Colwill is fit again.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 6

Alarm bells at Man Utd as a new Saudi Pro League ‘king’ will be crowned after Ronaldo outburst

Cristiano Ronaldo’s days in Saudi Arabia could be numbered, while his successor could be his former Manchester United teammate, Bruno Fernandes. The iconic striker turned 41 earlier this week, but his birthday celebrations were possibly dampened by his ongoing conflict with KSA’s Public Investment Fund.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / February 6