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Paul Merson names two key players at Arsenal this season

Arsenal currently possess several top players in their squad, and every one of them can rightly be regarded as an important figure within the team. Each individual has contributed to their recent success and continues to deliver strong performances whenever called upon.

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Dzeko rage at Fiorentina fans: ‘We need your help and not to be jeered’

Edin Dzeko vented his rage and frustration after Fiorentina’s home defeat to AEK Athens. ‘You can say we suck, but this team needs help from its fans, not jeering at every misplaced pass.’ The Viola have not won a single Serie A game so far this season and had at least started well in the Conference League with two victories.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / November 27

Joan Laporta stopped Barcelona signing Chelsea icon – 'My unfulfilled wish'

Barcelona have had a number of top goalkeepers over the years, but they could have had another during the 2000s/2010s. Victor Valdes was their number one towards the end of the first decade, but had things gone differently, it could have been Petr Cech lining up for the Catalans.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 27

Vanoli: ‘Fiorentina heads drop after every tiny error’

Paolo Vanoli admits Fiorentina players are not able to handle the pressure of their crisis after defeat to AEK Athens. ‘After every tiny error, their heads drop.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 27

Italiano: ‘Bologna take risks and can concede, but score plenty too’

Vincenzo Italiano feels Bologna are getting to grips with Europa League football after their exhilarating 4-1 win over RB Salzburg. ‘You risk conceding a lot, but can score plenty too.’ The Rossoblu had only one Europa League win out of four going into this game, losing to Aston Villa, with disappointing draws against Freiburg and SK Brann.

Soccer News / The Laziali / November 27

Official: Dele-Bashiru Replaces Lazio Full-Back on Serie A Squad List

Lazio have confirmed that Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has been reinstated in the Serie A squad list at the expense of Elseid Hysaj. The Nigerian has been out of action since sustaining an injury in the early minutes of the Derby della Capitale defeat to Roma back in September.

Soccer News / Football Espana / November 27

La Liga round-up: Real Betis continue unbeaten Europa League run as Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano lose

Three more La Liga clubs were in European action on Thursday across the Europa League and UEFA Conference League. Real Betis hosted Utrecht at La Cartuja, while Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano were on their travels as they took on Ludogorets and Slovan Bratislava respectively.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 27

Highlights as Martin O’Neill inspires Celtic to win against Feyenoord

Celtic beat Feyenoord on a memorable European away trip. The Scottish Champions were humbled in their last outing against Midtjylland but managed to right the wrongs of the last Europa League outing with a mature, confident win in Rotterdam.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 27

UECL | Fiorentina 0-1 AEK Athens: Crisis goes from bad to worse

Fiorentina were unlucky to see two goals ruled offside by VAR, but ultimately their crisis goes from bad to worse with a Conference League home defeat to AEK Athens.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 27

Chelsea is now exploring a brave move for Arsenal star

Myles Lewis-Skelly is reportedly attracting interest from Chelsea after struggling for game time at Arsenal this season. The left-back has found himself in competition for minutes alongside Riccardo Calafiori, with the Italian securing the starting role.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / November 27

Juventus set a new positive record in their win against Bodo/Glimt

Juventus produced an encouraging performance in their Champions League match against Bodo Glimt, and in doing so, they set a new record in the competition.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / November 27

Strasbourg president shares conversation with Boehly & Eghbali about Chelsea plans

RC Strasbourg president Marc Keller said they are likely to send one player who is "good enough" to join Chelsea per year, as he explained the relationship between the two clubs.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 27

UEL | Bologna 4-1 RB Salzburg: Bernardeschi icing on cake of first home victory

Bologna secured their first Europa League home win of the season in real style, including Federico Bernardeschi and Thijs Dallinga strikes, to beat RB Salzburg 4-1.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / November 27

Feyenoord 1-3 Celtic – Brilliant performance and result, same again Sunday

Three superb goals and three precious points in Rotterdam against Feyenoord kept our Europa league hopes alive, and it has to be said, credit’s due where credit’s due, we were absolutely superb on the night and fully deserved the victory.

Soccer News / Football Espana / November 27

Marcus Rashford reflects on Barcelona defeat against Chelsea – 'We know what went wrong'

Barcelona limped to a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Chelsea on Tuesday night, in what was their second Champions League loss of the season. Hansi Flick’s side struggled throughout the 90 minutes at Stamford Bridge, with their task made significantly harder when Ronald Araujo was sent off before half time.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / November 27

Nico Williams reveals why he turned down Barcelona move

Nico Williams could have joined Barcelona in either of the last two summer transfer windows, but it was not to be. He chose to remain at Athletic Club on both occasions, thus turning down the chance to play alongside close friend Lamine Yamal at club level, as well as on the international stage.

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Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / November 27

'Have them ready'- Thomas Frank addresses injured Tottenham duo; absence felt on the field

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank says both Dominic Solanke and Dejan Kulusevski are still unavailable ahead of game against Fulham Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank has been unfortunate regarding the injury situation since walking into the club.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 27

Man Utd wants to beat Arsenal to sign impressive Ligue 1 youngster

Arsenal’s recruitment strategy continues to centre on securing the most promising young talents across Europe, and Jeremy Jacquet has emerged as one of the standout names on their radar.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 27

Arne Slot hints at bigger issue while giving update on injured trio

Liverpool’s build-up to West Ham away has taken another twist after Arne Slot offered cautious optimism on three of our most important players. The Dutchman confirmed that Alisson trained fully on Thursday and is expected to be available, which is a significant boost given how disruptive it always is when we lose our world-class goalkeeper.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 27

PL star’s drop in form will prompt United to try and haggle for lower price tag – or else end their pursuit entirely

Manchester United will reportedly try and pay a lower fee for Carlos Baleba if he fails to oversee an upturn in form before the end of the season. The Brighton and Hove Albion starlet has come under the spotlight since the term began, having struggled to replicate the same high-quality standard of performances he was putting in last campaign.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / November 27

Crystal Palace ready to sell key player for €40m

Crystal Palace defender Daniel Muñoz has publicly revealed his ambition to play for one of Europe’s elite clubs, naming Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain as his dream destinations.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 27

Premier League Relegation: Are Leeds and Burnley Both in Trouble After Positive Starts?

The rollercoaster ride with the impending doom of Premier League relegation at the end of the season rumbles on, as sides near the bottom of the table battle it out for survival.

Villarreal News / Extratime Talk / November 27

Samuel Chukwueze’s Form: The Nigerian Winger Showing His Importance For Fulham

Following his assist at the weekend, Samuel Chukwueze’s form appears to be good for Fulham, as the Nigerian winger shows his importance to the side. The player joined the club in the summer, and, although Samuel Chukwueze’s form has taken time to improve, the player may be showing how pivotal he may now be to Fulham.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / November 27

Alexander Isak’s Struggles at Liverpool: When a £110m Big-Money Move Goes Wrong

12 Premier League games, no impact and loads of missed chances. This is the stark reality for one of the Premier League’s most promising strikers, a player whose dream of moving to a bigger club in the hopes of reaching new heights and becoming the main man his new team desperately needed has turned into a nightmare.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / November 27

Leeds United hero set for sensational January return

Leeds United are targeting a move for midfielder Kalvin Phillips in the January transfer window, according to Daily Star, as reported by MOTLeeds News.