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Thomas Frank clarifies Tottenham’s stance in the transfer market with a 12-word answer as deadline day arrives

Thomas Frank has confirmed Tottenham Hotspur remain active in the transfer market ahead of Monday’s deadline while providing encouraging injury updates on Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Djed Spence.

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Real Madrid icon Karim Benzema to leave Al-Ittihad – next club identified

Back in the summer of 2023, Karim Benzema opted to end his successful spell at Real Madrid in favour of a move to Al-Ittihad. He has spent the last two and a half years at the Saudi Pro League club, but the time has now come for him to leave.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 1

Atletico Madrid confirm attacker signing, agree transfers for two more players

Atletico Madrid are having a very busy end to the winter transfer window, as they go for multiple much-needed signings. They had previously not replaced the likes of Javi Galan, Conor Gallagher and Giacomo Raspadori, who all left earlier in January, but they are attempting to do so now.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 1

Newcastle United want to sign Real Madrid star before transfer deadline

There are less than 24 hours to go until the winter transfer window closes, and for Real Madrid, little is planned. It has been a quiet month for Los Blancos, with only one deal having been completed (Endrick Felipe to Lyon, loan).

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 1

Real Madrid line up blockbuster summer move for Paris Saint-Germain superstar

Real Madrid have already started drawing up plans for this summer’s transfer window, where they should be busy. It’s no secret that a new central defender is wanted, but also on the agenda is a top-level midfielder.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / February 1

Barcelona thwart Manchester United transfer plans for €30m forward

Barcelona have started drawing up their plans for this summer’s transfer window, which will be very significant. The plan is to bring in a new central defender and striker, and on top of this, a decision will need to be made on Marcus Rashford, whose loan expires at the end of the current season.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / February 1

Real Madrid receive defender offer from Premier League club

Real Madrid are unlikely to be busy at all before the winter transfer window closes for business on Monday evening, but there is a possibility for one or two deals to do – albeit, they would be outgoings.

Soccer News / The Equalizer / February 1

Arsenal win inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup; Gotham take third

The inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, a global club tournament designed to determine the world’s top women’s club side by pitting six continental champions against one another, wrapped up on Sunday with two matches at the Emirates Stadium in London.

Soccer News / 5 GOATs / February 1

Report: Liverpool agree to terms with Rennes star Jeremy Jacquet for summer transfer window

Liverpool have reportedly beaten out rival Chelsea for one of the most talented center backs in the world. A deal has been agreed to for Rennes star Jeremy Jacquet to join Arne Slot‘s squad in the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 1

Odegaard linked with Arsenal transfer after being dropped at Leeds

Martin Odegaard was left out of the Arsenal starting team for the match against Leeds United yesterday, a decision that surprised many observers. The midfielder has been a regular presence under Mikel Arteta, and his omission immediately prompted debate about his current standing within the squad.

Report Inter fan who threw firework at Audero lost three fingers in explosion

According to reports, the Inter supporter who threw the firework that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero lost three fingers when throwing a second flare soon after.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / February 1

Bournemouth Launched an Attempt to Sign Nigeria Star From Lazio

Bournemouth reportedly became the latest Premier League club to enquire about Lazio midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The 25-year-old is a Manchester City youth product who joined the Biancocelesti in the summer of 2024 following an impressive campaign in Turkiye with Hatayspor.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 1

Lazio release Vecino to Celta Vigo, but keep Belahyane and Dele-Bashiru

Lazio midfielder Matias Vecino is reportedly on his way to join Celta Vigo, which could in turn stall Reda Belahyane’s move to Verona, while Fisayo Dele-Bashiru was targeted by Bournemouth.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 1

Spalletti: ‘Juventus don’t want Icardi, Kalulu like Di Lorenzo’

Luciano Spalletti explains Pierre Kalulu’s positioning at Juventus, reveals a Kenan Yildiz fitness problem, and assures they ‘don’t want Mauro Icardi’ from Galatasaray.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 1

'Let’s see what the future holds' – Liverpool star casts doubt over Anfield future with concerning comments

Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that his future at Liverpool is no longer in his hands after confirming there has been no progress in contract extension talks with the club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 1

Liverpool interest could spark unlikely Chelsea January mega-deal for defender

Chelsea’s move for defender Jeremy Jacquet has had no real concrete update in weeks, but the transfer insiders just won’t let it die. It seems like the only big deal the Blues are involved in at all this month, although we’ve been saying all along it looks too big to pull off before the summer, especially with just 24 hours left in the window.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 1

Blow for Arsenal as star player set for a ‘sustained spell’ on the sidelines

Arsenal are facing a significant injury blow with Mikel Merino set for a ‘sustained spell’ on the sidelines as per BBC. The 29-year-old Spain international was a notable absentee from the Gunners’ dominant 4-0 victory over Leeds United on Saturday, with fears now mounting that a serious foot injury could derail his impressive season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 1

'Finalised' – Chelsea deal for defender on the verge of completion according to Ben Jacobs

Chelsea’s January has been so packed with games that transfers have been forgotten a little compared to usual. But with the window 24 hours from closing, things are picking up.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 1

Arsenal passed the audition with comprehensive win over Leeds

Some believed Arsenal needed one defining league performance to reassure sections of the support and even the players themselves that fear of failure was not beginning to take hold in the title race.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 1

Tottenham player ratings vs. Man City: 9/10 for Solanke, 7/10 for new signing as Spurs fight back

Tottenham mounted a remarkable comeback to earn a 2-2 draw against Manchester City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Tottenham fought back from two goals down to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against Manchester City on Sunday afternoon.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 1

‘He’s telling us…’: Amad divulges exactly what Carrick has said behind the scenes to inspire United’s turnaround

To say Michael Carrick’s interim tenure has got off to a dream start for the former Red is an understatement. Today’s dramatic 3-2 win over Fulham marked a third successive win on the bounce for Manchester United, which came after the side had defeated the top two teams in the division, Arsenal and Manchester City.

Villarreal News / Caught Offside / February 1

Fulham boss Marco Silva faces potential FA ban after ‘terrible’ refereeing comments vs Man United

Fulham manager Marco Silva is once again in hot water with the FA after a scathing post-match interview following his side’s narrow 3-2 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 1

24 goals conceded: Insanely damning stat proves why one INEOS signing simply has to go in the summer

Manchester United have conceded a whopping 24 goals whilst Manuel Ugarte has been on the pitch this season. This afternoon, when Man of the Match Casemiro was withdrawn to a standing ovation in the 75th minute and replaced by Ugarte, United were leading Fulham by two goals to nil.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 1

What’s happening in the Spurs physio room? Tottenham missing 12 against City today

Tottenham being 14th in the Premier League but finishing above PSG, Inter, Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Barcelona in the Champions League table is the most Tottenham thing possibly imaginable.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 1

Realistically, could Tottenham get relegated this season?

The idea that Spurs could be called out as realistic candidates for relegation, in January, may appear preposterous, so let’s wade through some of the facts.