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Talks held: Man United meet with club chiefs to discuss transfer but new complication has emerged

Manchester United have reportedly had recent meetings with Roma officials to discuss a potential transfer deal for Joshua Zirkzee. However, it seems that a deal is not necessarily close to being agreed, and Roma may have alternatives in mind if they cannot land the Netherlands international.

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Manchester City got the response they needed from their squad players against Brentford

Manchester City booked themselves a semi-final tie against Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup with a comfortable 2-nil win over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium last night.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 18

Intermedaries ‘spoken to’: Long-linked United target turns down contract offer, his club now want January sale

Ruben Neves has rebuffed a final contract offer from Al-Hilal, prompting the club to begin pushing for a mid-season sale. Indeed, the midfielder is uninterested

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 18

Chelsea get tough London draw in semi-finals of Carabao Cup – Caicedo will miss it

Moises Caicedo will miss part of Chelsea’s Carabao Cup semi-final as The Blues get a tough London draw for the next round. The midfielder was booked in the last game for a sarcastic clapping action towards the Referee, which was very silly.

Inter Miami News / Athlon Sports / December 17

Inter Miami To Sign MLS Goalkeeper of the Year: Report

The rich are getting richer. According to a report from The Athletic, 2025 MLS Cup champions Inter Miami are reportedly nearing a deal to sign goalkeeper Dayne St.

Real Madrid News / The Trivela Effect / December 18

Xabi Alonso finally admits the Endrick truth Real Madrid fans already knew

Real Madrid barely survived against Talavera in the Copa del Rey Round of 32, and manager Xabi Alonso really has goalkeeper Andriy Lunin and a few fortunate goals for the club avoiding a monumental upset worse than the Alcoyano scale.

RB Leipzig News / Athlon Sports / December 17

21-Year-Old Pro Soccer Player Killed After Game

Macclesfield forward Ethan McLeod tragically passed away in a car accident on Tuesday. The 21-year-old was traveling on the M1 motorway near Northampton, England, following Macclesfield's 2-1 victory over Bedford Town.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 17

Barcelona President Joan Laporta sends new dart to Real Madrid – 'They can’t stand it'

In recent weeks, there has been off-field back-and-forth statements from the presidents of Real Madrid and Barcelona. Florentino Perez aimed a new dart at the Catalans earlier in the week, and while Joan Laporta hit back soon after, he has now issued new remarks on the matter.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Pundit explains why Arsenal should respect the Visit Rwanda deal as it ends

Arsenal have ended their long-standing commercial relationship with the Rwandan government, meaning the Visit Rwanda branding will no longer appear on the club’s sleeves from next season.

Crystal Palace News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / December 17

Carabao Cup draw: Chelsea learn semi-final opponents after Cardiff City victory

Chelsea have discovered who they will face in the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Enzo Maresca's side have been rewarded with a semi-final tie against Arsenal or Crystal Palace after overcoming Cardiff City in the quarter-finals on Tuesday night.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 17

Real Madrid player ratings against Talavera: Kylian Mbappe stands tall but concerns in defence

Real Madrid are through to the next round of the Copa del Rey, having narrowly seen off Talavera 3-2 at El Prado. Could have done better for Talavera’s first goal, but he was faultless aside from that.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / December 17

Manchester City 2 Brentford 0: City player ratings as City progress in the Carabao Cup

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City cruised into the semi-final stage of the Carabao Cup with a 2-nil win over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium.

Report: Club in talks to sign 22-year-old ace from Sunderland

Sunderland defender Jensen Seelt is currently on loan at German club VFL Wolfsburg. The 22-year-old joined the club last summer, and he has done quite well for them.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Pep Guardiola has his say on Tottenham’s approach to sign Man City star

Tottenham Hotspur continue to keep moving between promise and panic, and because of that, the season so far feels loose, unsettled, and emotionally draining for every fan.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Tottenham hierarchy given advice on handling Thomas Frank amid fan frustration

Tottenham’s inconsistency in the Premier League has attracted significant media attention in recent weeks. The Lilywhites often take one step forward before taking two steps back under the guidance of Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Viktor Gyokeres beats Alexander Isak to an award

Sweden currently boasts two of the most expensive strikers in the Premier League, with Alexander Isak playing for Liverpool and Viktor Gyokeres representing Arsenal.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Former star pinpoints three signings Liverpool need to make urgently to bounce back

Liverpool have had a disappointing season by their standards so far. They were expected to challenge for the league title once again, but they are currently fighting for a place in the UEFA Champions League next season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Exclusive: Roma identify Raspadori as potential alternative to Man Utd outcast Zirkzee

Not only Joshua Zirkzee – as revealed more than a month ago, Roma’s radar continues to include other attacking profiles, and the club are working hard on Giacomo Raspadori, who is set to leave Atlético Madrid.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 17

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Mohamed Salah tipped to make surprise European move by Liverpool legend

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Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 17

Team’s Up – Jim Goodwin names Dundee Utd team for Celtic clash

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has named his team for this evening’s Scottish Premiership meeting with Celtic. The Scottish Champions were beaten by St Mirren at Hampden on Sunday and the United manager was pitch side on punditry duties, watching as Wilfried Nancy’s side were beaten.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 17

Man United in contact to sign 15-goal playmaker West Ham would ‘love’ to sign

Ruben Neves has been linked with a return to the Premier League in recent weeks. The 28-year-old is on the radar of Manchester United, Newcastle United and West Ham United.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

Major boost for Man Utd as ‘extraordinary’ UCL star wants out; He’s more affordable than Semenyo

The stars could finally line up for Manchester United in their quest to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi. The Red Devils’ main priority in

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 17

Match Report: Chelsea get firing in second half to beat Cardiff 3-1 in EFL Cup quarter-final

Chelsea brought on the big guns in the second half and beat Cardiff 3-1 in the EFL Quarter Final last night. Enzo Maresca risked a fully rotated team to start the game, only drawing for some first team stars at half time when the Blues were looking in trouble.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Shocking stats over three league seasons show Tottenham’s problems go beyond Thomas Frank

Thomas Frank is facing serious questions over his role as Tottenham Hotspur head coach amid growing calls for his dismissal following recent results. The Dane replaced Ange Postecoglou in N17 in the summer, moving across the capital after more than six seasons with Brentford.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

Andrey Santos lifts the lid on whether he prefers to be a six or an eight in midfield

We were impressed by Andrey Santos’ performance last night against Cardiff, and we’ve generally liked what we’ve seen from him this season. It’s clear

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

'Trash' Joao Pedro and his 'terrible hold up play' won’t last 3 years at Chelsea claims pundit

Joao Pedro promised so much after arriving in the summer and looking great in the Club World Cup, but has struggled since. He hasn’t added the ruthless finishing that Nicolas Jackson lacks, but even worse he doesn’t offer anything like the same off the ball work or link up play as the Senegal star.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 17

Just in: ‘Wonderful’ Man Utd star looks destined for January move as top suitor accepts key condition

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee could end up joining Roma in January following a breakthrough in the negotiations between the two clubs. The 24-year-old has been unhappy with his limited playing time this season.