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Club chief speaks out on Arsenal talks over signing 'superstar player'

There’s been talk in the last few days of Arsenal being offered the signing of Sandro Tonali by the Newcastle United midfielder’s agent. When asked about this by talkSPORT, Magpies CEO David Hopkinson didn’t deny the stories, but simply stated he didn’t know.

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Pumas With A Mountain to Climb After 4-1 SDFC Win In CONCACAF Champions Cup

The first legs of the CONCACAF Champions Cup and the first round of the Copa Libertadores wrapped up this week. Across North and South America, opening matches delivered a mix of chaos, missed opportunities, and a few early advantages, but very little is truly settled heading into the return legs.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 5

'Top level' – John Terry tips his former team mate to become Chelsea manager

Chelsea legend John Terry has tipped his former Chelsea team mate Cesc Fabregas to one day become the Chelsea manager. It comes after the success he is having over in Italy with Como right now, and Terry has been tracking his career off the field after having shared the pitch with him at Stamford Bridge for some time.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / February 5

Sunderland Emerges as Market-Value Rival to Premier League's Established Clubs

Sunderland continues preparing their squad to achieve an almost unthinkable objective in their return to the Premier League, and that is to be among the best in the league, occupying positions for European competitions, and is willing to do anything for this objective.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / February 5

Sunderland Loses an Attacking Player as He Heads to AS Monaco

Sunderland obtained a more than positive triumph against Burnley by 3-0, making it clear that its ambition to move into the first positions of the Premier League is high.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 4

Atletico Madrid to pursue summer deal for Paris Saint-Germain star

Atletico Madrid had a very busy winter transfer window, but despite this, more business is needed in the summer. There will almost certainly be a new centre-back needed, while there is also scope for additions at left-back and in attack – in the case of the latter, especially so is Antoine Griezmann and/or Alexander Sorloth were to depart.

Manchester United News / The Trivela Effect / February 5

Manchester United just saw what makes Bruno Fernandes the best at his job

As Manchester United gear up for a big battle against the Tottenham Hotspur side that defeated them in the last Europa League Final, the Red Devils enter as favorites and are basking in the glow of yet another impressive victory under new interim manager Michael Carrick.

Arsenal FC News / The Trivela Effect / February 4

Arsenal fans are sick of the tired Viktor Gyokeres narrative

Arsenal fans are used to the usual hogwash espoused by the resident gum flappers in footballing punditry, and at this point in the 2025/26 Premier League season, the Gunners faithful have pretty much heard it all said about their beloved club.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / February 4

Atletico Madrid signing addresses comparisons with Barcelona’s Pedri

On Deadline Day, Atletico Madrid finalised the signings of two midfielders, with one of those being Rodrigo Mendoza. The 20-year-old joined from Elche in a deal worth €16m, and on Wednesday, he was presented to the media.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 4

Alex Remiro excited for World Cup call-up battle with Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia

One of the most interesting debates regarding the Spanish national team at the moment involves Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia and Real Sociedad’s Alex Remiro.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4

Chelsea defended by journalist after Blues 'improved' under Liam Rosenior

Liam Rosenior came in for a lot of criticism last night for putting Chelsea on a defensive footing against Arsenal. But there was also some backlash to the backlash.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4

Michael Owen explains why he thinks Arsenal will win the title

Michael Owen now expects Arsenal to end the season as Premier League champions, with the Gunners remaining at the top of the league table. Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has assembled a squad containing some of the best players in England, and the team has been working tirelessly in pursuit of major honours.

Rayo Vallecano News / Extratime Talk / February 4

Jude Bellingham’s Injury: Who Can Real Madrid Turn To Whilst Their English Star Is Sidelined?

The excitement of football gave way to deep concern at the very start of the match between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano as Jude Bellingham’s injury problems haunted him again.

Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / February 4

Giorgi Mamardashvili’s Future: The Case Of The Promising Georgian Goalkeeper Currently Stuck In Limbo

Giorgi Mamardashvili’s future has become a major talking point in European football, as the young Georgian goalkeeper continues to attract attention at club and international level.

Monaco News / To The Lane And Back / February 4

Tottenham might hatch less than £50m plan to sign AS Monaco winger in the summer of 2026

Tottenham decided to cool their interest in AS Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche in the final stages of the January transfer window. Tottenham Hotspur had a quiet end to the winter transfer window, breaking the hearts of millions of fans who expected a new arrival on deadline day.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4

Steve Nicol tells Mikel Arteta to bin one Arsenal starter

Steve Nicol believes Viktor Gyokeres has now had enough opportunities to prove himself at Arsenal and feels the time has come for the striker to be dropped.

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Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / February 4

Barcelona eye move for under-fire Tottenham star who was wanted by Messi at the club back in 2021

Under-fire Tottenham Hotspur skipper Cristian Romero found himself at the centre of controversy after transfer deadline day. Spurs fans have also vented their frustrations at the club’s ownership after what was another underwhelming transfer window, failing to back beleaguered boss Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 4

'I don’t think so.' Zubimendi breaks his silence on the Real Madrid rumours

Martin Zubimendi has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, with the Spanish side reportedly keen to sign him in the summer. They competed with Arsenal for his signature, but the Gunners won the race, and he now plays for them.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / February 4

Leeds eye move for ‘future captain’ who could cost around £30-35m

Leeds United are among the clubs interested in signing Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough. They were interested in signing the player during the January window, according to Sports Boom.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 4

Tottenham will relaunch their interest in Bundesliga talent, highly rated by Klopp, in the summer transfer window

Tottenham had a very underwhelming winter transfer window, despite being linked to several players. Conor Gallagher was the only marquee addition, with left-back Souza viewed as a more project-based commodity.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / February 4

Arsenal and Chelsea pushing hard to sign Championship sensation on Liverpool radar

Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in signing the Middlesbrough attacker Cruz Ibeh. The 17-year-old is highly rated across England, and he is expected to develop into a top-class player.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 4

Five Reasons Why Footballers Failed Medical Tests: The Secret Factors Behind Collapsed Transfers

At 7pm on February 2nd, the 2026 January transfer window officially closed, bringing an end to clubs’ transfer business, but the biggest story might not have been a signing – it was a failed medical.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4

Transfer insiders claim Chelsea pushed for Aston Villa midfielder because first teamer is out 'until March'

The Athletic’s Deal Sheet today looks back at Chelsea’s January window. They claim that the Blues considered signing Douglas Luiz (who ended up at Aston Villa) because they knew that Dario Essugo would be out until March.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / February 4

Chelsea eye £60m move for South American, could dump player just months after signing him

Chelsea are plotting an ambitious move to sign Endrick from Real Madrid at the end of the season. The talented young attacker is currently on loan at Lyon and has been outstanding since his move to France.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 4

Liverpool labelled January transfer window losers as dust settles on short-term risks – Opta

Liverpool have been named among the “losers” of the January transfer window by Opta Analyst, despite securing a major deal for the future. Opta reviewed the Premier League’s winter business and concluded that our activity did not fully address the problems that have developed this season.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 4

Official: Man Utd top target signs contract until June 2029

Manchester United missed out on the prospect of signing Ruben Neves on a free transfer in July, as he decided to extend his stay with Al-Hilal. The Premier