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A pivotal stage of the season begins tomorrow night for Manchester City against Galatasaray

In years gone by, this time of the season is typically when Manchester City go up a gear. Across Manchester City’s era of dominance, they have generally gone on season-defining winning runs that have started towards the end of January and the beginning of February.

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Crystal Palace request details for ‘indispensable’ 23-year-old from Ligue 1 club

Crystal Palace have sanctioned Marc Guehi’s departure and are looking to sign Charlie Cresswell as his replacement. The 23-year-old defender has done quite well for the French outfit Toulouse, and it remains to be seen whether they are prepared to sanction his departure this month.

Werder Bremen News / Football Italia / January 27

Free agent Goretzka targeted with determination by Milan

Milan are pushing hard to agree personal terms with Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka, who will be a free agent in the summer. There had already been reports of interest in the player, who will celebrate his 31st birthday next week.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 27

Midfield help looks to be on the way for Manchester City ahead of pivotal Galatasaray clash

Manchester City face a pivotal UEFA Champions League fixture tomorrow night against Galatasaray. Pep Guardiola’s side must beat the Turkish giants to maintain any hope of finishing in the top eight of the UEFA Champions League league phase table.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 27

Rosenior warning for Chelsea about ‘very strong’ Napoli under ‘amazing’ Conte

Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior insists even a decimated Napoli remains ‘a very strong team’ under ‘amazing’ Antonio Conte, and he is expecting ‘an exciting game’ in the Champions League.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / January 27

Celtic linked with £6m move for prolific Bodø/Glimt striker

Celtic are being linked with a late transfer move for Kasper Høgh. The 25-year-old has impressed with Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt, scoring 42 goals and assisting on 12 occasions in 82 appearances for Kjetil Knutsen‘s team.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 27

Error-prone star under pressure as Tottenham target Premier League veteran

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Wolverhampton wonder goalkeeper Sam Johnstone. The 32-year-old could be a useful option for the North London club, and Alan Nixon has claimed that the North London club is hoping to get the deal done.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 27

Done deals: Amorim to Genoa, Parma pick up Nicolussi Caviglia and Carboni

Several deals are ready to be completed in Serie A, as Genoa agreed a €7m move for Alverca talent Alexsandro Amorim, while Parma secure Fiorentina midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia and Franco Carboni from Inter.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 27

Hansi Flick agrees with Mikel Arteta’s comments on substitutes

Mikel Arteta has long maintained that substitutes are just as important as the players who start a match, a view he has repeatedly shared with reporters.

LA Galaxy News / Field Level Media / January 27

Galaxy acquire St. Louis City striker Joao Klauss for $2.375M

The Los Angeles Galaxy acquired striker Joao Klauss from St. Louis City SC on Tuesday for $2.375 million in cash. The 28-year-old Brazilian will occupy a designated player spot on the roster, replacing injured playmaker Riqui Puig.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 27

'It is expected' – Sky Sports reporter shares big update on future of £50m Chelsea ace

Chelsea are talks with Raheem Sterling and his representatives with a solution to his future expected by Monday according to Sky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 27

Sky Sports reporter provides new Cole Palmer update amid questions over his future

Cole Palmer is happy at Chelsea and is considered “untouchable” according to Sky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol. The 23-year-old joined Chelsea from Manchester City in the summer of 2023 in a deal worth around £40m, and has made a huge impact at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 27

Mixed news as Joao Palhinha pictured on grass with 2 key stars absent from training

Tottenham Hotspur drew 2-2 with Burnley at Turf Moor last weekend thanks to a late Cristian Romero equaliser, meaning they have now won just two of their last 15 Premier League games.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 27

Tottenham Hotspur’s Poor Form: Pressure on Thomas Frank Continues After Draw Against Burnley

Tottenham Hotspur’s poor form has been a key characteristic of the side this season, in a somewhat unexpected manner under Thomas Frank. The appointment

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 27

Champions League: Whose tournament future is on the line in Matchday 8?

The opening phase of the UEFA Champions League is nearing its end, with just one matchday remaining to determine which teams advance. At the end of the final matchday on Wednesday, the top eight teams in the UCL will advance directly to the tournament's Round of 16.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 27

Tottenham make enquiry for Netherlands star with 9 goals and 4 assists

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. According to a report from Team Talk, the player’s representatives remain hopeful of securing a move away from Old Trafford before the window closes.

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Man United plot swoop for AFCON hotshot who could cost £75 million

Manchester United are interested in signing the Everton attacker Iliman Ndiaye. They view the 25-year-old as a summer target, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for him in the coming months. The 25-year-old Senegal international has done quite well in the Premier League, and he has multiple admirers at United.

Monaco News / Caught Offside / January 27

Tottenham eye late-window move for £50m-rated future star to fix attacking woes

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in improving the attacking unit before the January window closes, and they are keen on Maghnes Akliouche. According to

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 27

Arsenal man’s loan move set to be cancelled

Nottingham Forest is set to terminate Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan spell, clearing the way for the Ukrainian defender to join Ajax. Zinchenko initially moved to Forest on loan from Arsenal in the summer in search of more regular playing time, which has been difficult to come by at the Emirates.