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Why Cole Palmer was the 'only good news' from Leeds defeat for Enzo Maresca & Chelsea

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is pleased with Cole Palmer's return, which he described as "the only good news" during Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Leeds United.

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Sources: Premier League club ready to compete with Barca to sign Marcus Rashford

Barcelona appear to be leading the race to secure Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal, with the English forward thriving since his move from Manchester United last summer, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 5

Report: Chelsea lead the race for Under-17 World Cup star, both Manchester clubs interested

Chelsea are working on a deal for Burkino Faso youngster Mohamed Zongo, but face competition from two Premier League clubs according to reports. Signing the best young talent from around the world has been a key part of Chelsea’s transfer strategy under the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital ownership.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 5

Report: Tottenham lining up move for £40m-rated 'leader' from rival club

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to improve their defensive unit with the signing of Jan Paul van Hecke. The 26-year-old defender has been linked with a move away from Brighton in recent weeks.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 5

Fabrizio Romano reveals Rodrygo plan as Tottenham stay in the hunt for Real Madrid star

Tottenham are expected to push for additional attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window as they look to turn their season around in the Premier League.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 5

Carragher questions Salah call as he hints Liverpool shift has begun

Liverpool’s selection choices continue to draw national attention even though the broader story around our attack remains more nuanced than it first appears.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

'I want to' – Mamadou Sarr sends clear message to Chelsea over his future

Mamadou Sarr has confirmed he plans to play for Chelsea next season once he returns from his loan spell at Strasbourg. Chelsea signed Sarr from the Ligue 1 side in a deal worth £12m in June, and he made his debut at the Club World Cup against ES Tunis.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

'We need to talk about' – Paul Merson drops Bournemouth vs Chelsea prediction

Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has now dropped his Bournemouth vs Chelsea predictions for tomorrow afternoon. Chelsea are right back in Premier League action again this weekend and have a chance to put the 3-1 defeat to Leeds United from Wednesday night behind them.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

The Athletic reveal how Chelsea feel internally after Leeds defeat

Internally Chelsea don’t expect to be in a position to win the Premier League come the end of the season according to The Athletic. Chelsea went unbeaten in November and put in some impressive performances, but December got off to the worst possible start.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 5

Insider confirms Arne Slot’s plans as Liverpool boss gets ready for big changes

Liverpool are struggling to find consistency this season, despite spending heavily in the summer transfer window. The Reds signed the likes of Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz and others to strengthen their squad after winning the league title last season.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / December 5

Xavi Simons knocking on door at Tottenham as Thomas Frank hails 'fantastic' sessions

Tottenham Hotspur have been on a terrible run of form lately, and it took an incredible overhead kick from skipper Cristian Romero to rescue a point against Newcastle United on Tuesday evening.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 5

Tottenham hugely impressed with 23-year-old rival star, could sign him to replace key man

Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on the Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen. The 23-year-old has done quite well for Brighton, and he has hugely impressed the north London club with his performance.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

Apparently a ‘trusted source on X’ is reporting a possible Harry Kane to Chelsea move

Apparently, what is being called a ‘trusted source on X’ is reporting that a possible Harry Kane to Chelsea move in on the cards. Whilst it seems very unrealistic to me, I guess being in this game of writing about Chelsea for so long now, you learn to never write anything off.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 5

It would seem that everything is beginning to click for a Manchester City magician

Rayan Cherki arrived at Manchester City last summer as one of the more exciting signings the club had made for some time. Cherki is one of the premier creative players in football and his skill in possession and eye for a pass, coupled with his ability to produce the spectacular is almost unparalleled.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

'That’s on him' – Alan Shearer calls out Enzo Maresca and blames him for Leeds defeat

Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker believe Enzo Maresca was at fault for Chelsea’s defeat to Leeds due to the changes he made to the back four. Chelsea put in a disappointing performance on Wednesday evening as they slipped to a 3-1 defeat at Elland Road.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

‘I want to play as much as possible’ – Man United transfer target hints at move

English midfielder Conor Gallagher has spoken candidly about his situation at Atlético Madrid, admitting that while he’s content at the club, he craves more consistent playing time, comments that have reignited speculation about a potential move back to the Premier League.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 5

'The spine isn’t good enough' – Gary Neville says Chelsea ‘miles off’ winning the PL

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville says that Chelsea are ‘miles off’ winning the Premier League title. It’s some more of Neville’s words that Chelsea fans will be hoping also come back to bite him in the butt like a lot of his former quotes have done.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / December 4

Ruben Amorim accused of pushing Bruno Fernandes towards Barcelona in damaging Rashford repeat

Bruno Fernandes’ Manchester United legacy speaks for itself: 100 goals and 91 assists in 304 matches, along with an FA Cup and League Cup since his £68m move from Sporting CP in 2020.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 4

Gary Neville and Roy Keane tell Ian Wright that Arsenal has to be champions

Arsenal’s position at the top of the Premier League table has strengthened further following Chelsea’s defeat to Leeds United, a result that came only days after Chelsea held the Gunners to a draw.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 4

Whitwell: Impactful Man Utd man appeared to ‘signal an injury’ to Amorim, it’d come at the worst time

Diogo Dalot was withdrawn shortly after he opened the scoring for Manchester United tonight. The defender retained his place in the XI for the visit of West Ham this evening and proceeded to repay Ruben Amorim’s faith by netting United’s only goal of the game.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 4

Hughes & Edwards eyeing Liverpool manager target they think could be the next Klopp

Liverpool chiefs Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards are both understood to be seriously considering Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner as a replacement for Arne Slot.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 4

Gary Neville urges Man Utd players to ‘feed’ one Red who’s making West Ham really ‘struggle’

Gary Neville has urged Manchester United players to try and get the ball to Amad Diallo as frequently as possible. While the Red Devils have since found a breakthrough courtesy of Diogo Dalot for his first of the season, it’s safe to say Amad caused the most problems for the Irons in the first half.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / December 4