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Crew acquire Jamal Thiare, transfer Jacen Russell-Rowe

The Columbus Crew acquired Jamal Thiare from Atlanta United and transferred fellow forward Jacen Russell-Rowe to France's Toulouse FC on Monday. Thiare arrives from Atlanta in exchange for $200,000 in 2026 general allocation money and up to $100,000 more in conditional GAM for 2027.

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Juventus sign Holm, send Joao Mario to Bologna

Juventus have confirmed the signing of Emil Holm on loan with an option to buy from Bologna, and Joao Mario’s temporary transfer to the Stadio Dall’Ara.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Tonali agent: ‘No Arsenal talks, we’ll evaluate if Newcastle open to Juventus’

Sandro Tonali’s agent Beppe Riso denies reports he offered the Newcastle United player to Arsenal, but left the door open to Juventus. ‘We’ll evaluate it in March.’ There had been rumours that the Gunners were in talks for the midfielder in the January transfer window, but that Newcastle slammed the door shut immediately.

Sheffield United Blades News / Sheff United Way / February 2

Wilder Talks Transfer Latest As Deadline Looms

Sheffield United and Oxford United will finally lock horns under the lights at Bramall Lane on Tuesday evening. The Blades come into the rearranged clash on the back of a gritty 1-1 draw away at Millwall on Saturday afternoon.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Rooney’s verdict on Ekitike creates a selection puzzle for Slot

Liverpool have been told by Wayne Rooney that Hugo Ekitike’s form could leave Alexander Isak with questions to answer when he returns from injury. Speaking after Liverpool’s 4-1 win over Newcastle, Rooney reflected on the impact Ekitike has made alongside Florian Wirtz and how that shapes Arne Slot’s choices going forward.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 2

Official: Daniele Rugani leaves Juventus, signs for Fiorentina

Fiorentina and Juventus have both announced that Daniele Rugani has finalised his deadline-day transfer to the Tuscan club. Following his return from his loan spell at Ajax, the 31-year-old resumed his benchwarmer role at the Allianz Stadium, which has mostly been the case since his arrival at Juventus in 2015.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Serious Mateta injury behind failed Milan transfer – report

Jean-Philippe Mateta has failed his medical tests with Milan, and according to Sacha Tavolieri, his knee problem is so severe that he’ll have to undergo surgery and remain out of action for at least three months.

Celta Vigo News / Football Italia / February 2

Roma sign Zaragoza from Bayern Munich

Roma have officially signed attacking winger Bryan Zaragoza from Bayern Munich on loan with an option to buy, becoming an obligation with Champions League qualification.

FC Dallas transfer GK Maarten Paes to Ajax

FC Dallas transferred veteran goalkeeper Maarten Paes to Dutch powerhouse Ajax on Monday. The 27-year-old Netherlands native recorded 26 clean sheets in 128 appearances from 2022-25.

Bologna News / Football Italia / February 2

Milan star Pulisic ruled out of Bologna clash

Milan are travelling to Bologna for an away Serie A match without their star Christian Pulisic, reports Sky Sport Italia. USMNT star Pulisic won’t be available for Tuesday’s Serie A match between his Milan side and Bologna at the Stadio Dall’Ara.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Argentina Superstar Produces ‘Total’ Performance’

Inter Milan talisman Lautaro Martinez continued his free-scoring Serie A form in yesterday’s win over Cremonese. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the Argentine center-forward produced a ‘total’ performance at Stadio Giovanni Zini.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Liverpool deadline-day business confirmed as next deal is announced

Liverpool have completed another piece of transfer deadline day business by bringing goalkeeper Harvey Davies back to Anfield from his loan spell at Crawley Town.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Romagnoli’s agent hits out at Lazio over failed Al-Sadd move and unpaid wages

Alessio Romagnoli’s agent Enzo Raiola explains how the defender’s move to Al-Sadd fell through and reveals that Lazio owe wages from previous months. Romagnoli’s proposed transfer to Al-Sadd collapsed last week, and the defender is destined to terminate the current campaign at Lazio.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Poland Superstar Excels In Midfield: Navigates Play With ‘Joystick’

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski reigned supreme in Sunday’s Serie A triumph over Cremonese at Stadio Giovanni Zini. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 31-year-old star put on a show in Cremona.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 2

Tottenham offered Al-Nassr loanee who was lighting up the Premier League in 2024/25

Tottenham Hotspur could be in for a busy January transfer deadline day amid links to several players. Thomas Frank will be hoping to add a few more players to improve his squad, which currently sits 14th in the Premier League.

Real Betis News / Extratime Talk / February 2

Copa Libertadores and CONCACAF Champions Cup 2026 First Phase Begins

February will see the opening phase of the 2026 Copa Libertadores and the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup get underway. While most of the continent’s heavyweights will enter later rounds, the early stages feature a group of ambitious clubs still dreaming of a deep run on the continental stage.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 2

What Arne Engels bids say about Brendan’s big money signings

Does the Nottingham Forest bids for Arne Engels bid prove Brendan Rodgers ‘big money signings’ weren’t a waste of money after all?… With the news filtering

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 2

Three main candidates eyed as Pep Guardiola expected to leave Manchester City this summer

Manchester City reportedly have Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca, and Cesc Fabregas as their three main candidates to replace Pep Guardiola. According to the Telegraph, it is considered increasingly likely that this will be Guardiola’s final season in charge at the Etihad Stadium.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / February 2

'Actively looking' – Arteta sends message to Arsenal chiefs over 'need' for Deadline Day signing

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sent what sounds like a pretty strong and clear message to the club over some Deadline Day business. The Gunners boss was speaking at his press conference today, and suggested there is an urgent “need” to replace the injured Mikel Merino.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 2

Harvey Elliott future sorted amid struggles at Aston Villa this season

Harvey Elliott now looks increasingly likely to see out the season at Aston Villa, despite uncertainty surrounding his long-term future at Villa Park, according to BBC.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Journalist hints at potential Liverpool right-back raid after Geertruida pursuit hits the rocks

Liverpool reportedly have an alternative right-back transfer target in mind, having had to abandon any prospect of a late-window raid for Lutsharel Geertruida.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 2

'We are active' confirms Frank as Tottenham face race against time to sign 23-year-old

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing the AS Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. The 23-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to the north London club, and a report from Football London claims that Tottenham are now facing a race against time to sign the player.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

James Pearce: Liverpool could greenlight defender’s exit today despite Anfield injury crisis

James Pearce has reported that Liverpool could greenlight a deadline-day loan exit for Calvin Ramsay if a ‘suitable offer’ comes their way. The 22-year-old

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

Chelsea have just 'rebuffed an offer' from Premier League side for first team player

Chelsea have reportedly just rebuffed an offer from Crystal Palace to sign centre back Josh Acheampong on loan this transfer window. Acheampong has been the subject of big offers coming in apparently as well this window, although this story is on a loan move for the young defender.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 2

'Not finalised' – Reliable reporter puts doubt in Chelsea getting their new CB today

A reliable reporter has cast some doubt over whether Chelsea will actually get Mamdou Sarr back in the door today or not. Most of us thought it was a done deal, with Fabrizio Romano calling the ‘Here We Go’ on it late last night.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

'Not entirely sure' – Journalist reveals last minute twist on Chelsea centre back deal

A journalist has revealed a potential last minute twist in the proposed loan move of centre back Axel Disasi to West Ham today. We are well into transfer deadline day now, with just the afternoon left for clubs to agree deals and get them over the line – by 7pm this evening UK time.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 2

Just in: Deal ‘considered done’ – United ‘expected to announce’ transfer for ‘excellent’ star before deadline

Manchester United’s Ethan Wheatley will join Bradford City on loan before this evening’s 7pm transfer deadline. According to Manchester World journalist Rich Fay, the ‘deal is considered done’ and has been since last week, despite the Bantams welcoming both Paul Mullin and Kayden Jackson to their ranks.