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Milan handed Rafael Leao injury boost for Cagliari clash

Rafael Leao has returned to group training today and is expected to be available for Milan’s next Serie A match against Cagliari. Italian sources, including Sky Sport Italia, report that Milan star Rafael Leao completed a full training session with his teammates on Monday.

Hellas Verona News / SempreInter.com / December 29

Report – Inter Milan Keen On Hellas Verona Wingback To Replace Denzel Dumfries: Transfer Possible Only Next Summer

Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan have reportedly set their sights on Hellas Verona wingback Rafik Belghali. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Algerian ace is non-transferable until the end of the season.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 29

Lagerbielke’s game suits Nancy’s system but Welsh is obvious answer

Anyone reckon that Gustaf Lagerbielke would have been ideal in Wilfried Nancy’s new system at Celtic? Or noticed how well Stephen Welsh is doing at Motherwell?… We are suffering from some defensive vulnerabilities at this moment, or more to the point, we don’t have the players to fit into the system that Wilfried Nancy has deployed.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 29

Report – Inter Milan Intensify Interest In Hellas Verona Forward To Bolster Attacking Ranks

Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly earmarked Hellas Verona star Giovane as a genuine target to strengthen their frontline. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Brazilian forward fits Cristian Chivu’s system perfectly.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 29

Hojlund has already surpassed his 2024-25 Man United league goal tally

With six league goals for Napoli this season, Rasmus Hojlund has already surpassed his Premier League goal tally at Manchester United in 2024-25. Denmark international Hojlund has had a very good start to the season at Napoli, netting seven times in 19 games across all competitions.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 29

'No chance' – Fabrizio Romano confirms struggling star won’t earn new Man Utd contract

Manchester United have made their stance clear regarding Jadon Sancho, who will be shown the door once his current deal expires. The Red Devils splashed £73 million to buy the Englishman from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2021.

Monaco News / Football Italia / December 29

Sky: ‘Several clubs’ including Roma interested in Tottenham defender Dragusin

Sky Sport Italia confirms that Roma are among the ‘several clubs’ interested in Tottenham defender Radu Dragusin, but it’s still unclear whether Spurs want to sell the Romania international next month.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Nacho Monreal names three youngsters he expected to make it at Arsenal

Nacho Monreal was part of the Arsenal squad during a period when several highly rated young players were emerging from the club’s academy. At the Emirates,

Sheffield United Blades News / Sheff United Way / December 29

Wilder Demands More Consistency From the Blades: 'Consistency is Key in Everything'

Sheffield United round off their 2025 campaign with a Monday night trip to the Bet365 Stadium, where they will face Stoke City in the final game of the calendar year for both sides.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 29

Man United criticised over Bruno Fernandes transfer stance

Bruno Fernandes has been in excellent form for Man United this season, but his long-term future at the club remains uncertain. The Portuguese playmaker is reportedly available for offers, with Old Trafford officials prepared to let him leave for the right price.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Maresca hints that transfer strategy could be hurting Chelsea’s ability to hold leads

Chelsea’s game against Aston Villa at the weekend was lost because they brought on subs which improved their team and we brought on subs which made us worse.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 29

41-year-old in line to replace Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is facing an uncertain future at Selhurst Park. The Austrian has decided not to sign a new deal at Palace and that has sparked speculation over his future and who could be the right man to replace him at the club if he leaves in the near future.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 29

Only two Chelsea players make London Team of the Year 2025 Xl

Only two Chelsea players have made the London Team of the Year for 2025 starting Xl, as chosen by a journalist this weekend. We are just a few days away from entering 2026 now so we are starting to look back and reflecting on things and pondering the year we have left behind in 2025.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

Aston Villa defender tempted by Barcelona move

Aston Villa are looking to make signings in January, but there are also chances for some of their key players to leave. Morgan Rogers’ performance have not gone unnoticed by a number of top clubs, and another that could be on his way out of Villa Park is Pau Torres.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 29

Chelsea identify leading candidate to replace Enzo Maresca

Chelsea may need a new manager in 2026, with Enzo Maresca attracting strong interest from Premier League rivals Man City. The Italian is seen as the ideal successor to Pep Guardiola, and if he does head to Manchester, Stamford Bridge would be forced into finding a replacement of their own.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Outlet names 4 Chelsea player who might never play for the club again in clear-out

A media outlet has named four current Chelsea players that might never play for the club again with a apparently clear-out incoming. We’ve seen and heard this many times before haven’t we?

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 29

Ex-Red points to one moment that summed up Florian Wirtz at Anfield

Liverpool’s latest Premier League win offered more than just three points, with one Anfield moment quietly underlining where we are heading this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Juventus makes a new effort to spoil Arsenal’s plans for their player

Arsenal are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Kenan Yildiz from Juventus, although the Italian club are making clear efforts to retain the attacker.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

‘I can guarantee’ – Romano names midfielder considered ideal solution by Man United

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United are seriously interested in a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. The Red Devils were linked with a move for the Brighton midfielder in the summer transfer window but his move to Old Trafford did not materialise due to Brighton’s high valuation of the player.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 29

Tottenham to step up pursuit of 'classy, fiercely competitive' star with massive 2026 offer

Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has been linked with a move away from the London club in recent months. Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the 21-year-old, and they are prepared to submit a substantial offer for him.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 29

Player who faced Liverpool man admits: 'This guy is crazy'

Liverpool’s summer recruitment continues to reveal its value in unexpected ways, even away from the pitch and outside matchday narratives. A TikTok challenge involving Lois Openda has quietly underlined just how special Jeremie Frimpong is becoming for us.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Reporter claims Chelsea player did not want to leave the club in the summer

One reporter is claiming that a player that left Chelsea in the summer did not want to leave the club after all. Of course, a lot of things happened in the summer window and we saw a lot of players coming and going at Chelsea as we often do.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 28