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Napoli and Bayern tried to sign Chelsea winger, one year after he turned down Man U

We will only really be able to judge how good Chelsea’s summer window was with the benefit of hindsight. But we can judge a few things objectively. We know they had a long list of players they wanted to get rid of, and by most accounts they shed 8 of the 10 priority players on the exit ramp.

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‘If he really is 40, let’s clone him’ – Reaction to Luka Modric winner for Milan against Bologna

Milan midfielder Luka Modric was the hero yesterday as he scored the only goal in the Rossoneri’s 1-0 win over Bologna. The 40-year-old midfielder showed no signs of slowing down despite his age, playing the full nintety minutes and scoring the vital goal that gave his side the three points.

RB Leipzig News / SempreInter.com / September 15

Report – Spanish Goalkeeper To Take Swiss Star’s Place Between The Sticks Int Ajax Vs Inter Milan Champions League Opener

Josep Martinez will reportedly replace Yann Sommer between the posts when Inter Milan take on Ajax on Wednesday night. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Spaniard will start in Inter’s Champions League curtain-raising fixture.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 15

Who are Athletic Bilbao? Arsenal’s first Champions League opponents explained

Having won in Spain twice last season 2-1, Arsenal will begin their Champions League campaign this Tuesday at 17.45 pm (UK time) when we face Athletic Bilbao for the first time in a competitive match.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 15

Liverpool vs Atletico postponement latest as Merseyside hit with weather warning

Liverpool’s Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid comes in the same week that Merseyside has been issued with a yellow weather warning for high winds, raising questions over potential disruption.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 15

Deja Vu – Inter Milan Suffer From Same Disease Under New Manager As During Ex Boss Tenure

Inter Milan are back in familiar territory under Cristian Chivu, struggling with the same issues that plagued them under Simone Inzaghi. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, last season’s Serie A runners-up continue to falter in crucial moments.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / September 15

Xabi Alonso makes decision on Real Madrid star that almost left in the summer

Real Madrid have made a very good start to life under Xabi Alonso, who has used his squad during the opening four matches of the new season. That continued in the victory at Real Sociedad on Saturday, where there was a surprise start for midfielder Dani Ceballos.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / September 15

Inter Milan Legend Slams Nerazzurri After Derby d’Italia Defeat: 'Fourth-Place Team Along With Roma'

Beppe Bergomi does not view Inter Milan as viable Serie A title contenders, especially after a 4-3 defeat at Juventus. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri legend deemed last season’s runners-up unequipped to fight for the Scudetto.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 15

‘We worked on it two days ago’ Spurs set piece coach Andreas Georgson given immediate praise by Pape Matar Sarr

Remember the name, Andreas Georgson. The Ange Postecoglou era brought with it a much-needed European trophy, and perhaps, if we’re honest with ourselves, ended the reign of Daniel Levy and Donna Cullen, which regular readers know I would have swapped a kidney for at any point over that last 25 years or so.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 15

Atletico Madrid suffer major injury concerns ahead of Liverpool showdown

Atletico Madrid finally got their first win of the season at the weekend as they saw off Villarreal, but it did not come without setbacks. As a result, Diego Simeone could be without two starters for the midweek to Liverpool for the club’s first league phase match in the 2025-26 Champions League.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 15

Chelsea’s €40m summer target just made Blues regret cheap stance with double

In a week where Chelsea lacked attacking fluency are firepower once again, one of their top targets looked truly superb in his game. The Blues scrapped to a 2-2 draw against Brentford, with their struggles to get into gear in attack still evident.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 15

Injury scare for Alvarez ahead of Anfield showdown with Liverpool

Liverpool’s Champions League campaign begins with a major subplot after Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez provided an injury scare only days before his side’s visit to Anfield.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / September 15

Revealed – What Thuram Brothers Told Each Other During VAR Review Of Decisive Goal During Juventus 4-3 Inter Milan

During a VAR review in Inter Milan’s heartbreaking loss to Juventus on Saturday, Marcus Thuram exchanged a few words with his brother Khephren. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the brothers discussed an incident that led to Vasilije Adzic’s late winner.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / September 15

'He doesn’t know everything' – Former Spain international blames Lamine Yamal for injury issue

Last week, it was confirmed that Lamine Yamal was suffering with a hip injury, which became known after his appearances for Spain in their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Bulgaria and Türkiye.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / September 15

Pundit says this is Arsenal’s season to be champions

Pundit Shay Given has suggested that this could finally be Arsenal’s season to capture the Premier League title, highlighting the strength and balance of their squad following a successful summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Stretty News / September 15

Ruben Amorim sack fate may be sealed after what Roy Keane saw at Etihad

Ruben Amorim could soon find himself in need of a new job if things don’t rapidly improve at Manchester United. The Red Devils found themselves, once again, a clear second best to their city rivals in Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City on Sunday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / September 15

Salah and Van Dijk explain how Liverpool are adapting after Burnley victory

Liverpool’s hard-fought win over Burnley once again showed the mentality of champions, with Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk both highlighting how we are adapting as a new-look team.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / September 15

Alan Shearer reveals how Arsenal can get the best from Gyokeres

Viktor Gyökeres found the net as Arsenal secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday. All three goals were scored by the club’s summer signings, with Martin Zubimendi striking twice and Gyökeres adding his own contribution.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 15

Report: Tottenham handed boost in their pursuit of 'top player' in 2026

Tottenham have received a boost in their pursuit of Aston Villa mainstay Morgan Rogers. Despite having added a lot of firepower to their attack during the summer transfer window, Spurs are still on the lookout for more quality in the final third.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / September 15

Neville insists Liverpool have 'that thing' Man Utd and City once had

Liverpool’s victory over Burnley may not have been the most fluent display, but Gary Neville believes it highlighted exactly why we remain among the favourites to defend the Premier League title.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / September 15

Report: Tottenham want 'good player' from rivals, 23-year-old wide player on their radar

Tottenham are plotting a surprise move for their former academy star Dennis Cirkin. The North London club made significant additions to their squad in the recently concluded transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / September 15

Enzo Maresca denies poor performance led to him embarrassing players at half time

We would be lying if we said Saturday night’s result hasn’t made us really concerned about Chelsea’s squad this season. There is no shortage of depth, but injuries have depleted that already, and it was worrying to see how much of a mess we were in for a game just 3 weeks into the season, before European football has even kicked in.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / September 15