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Man City are now willing to spend €120 million on Chelsea sensation

Manchester City are interested in signing the Chelsea attacker Estevão. The 18-year-old is a tremendous talent with a bright future and he has already established himself as an important player for the London club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 7

Enzo Maresca hits out at 'lack of quality' for Chelsea in one area against Bournemouth

Enzo Maresca feels Chelsea lacked quality in the final third as they failed to score in a game for the first time since August. The Blues dropped more points as they were held to a drab 0-0 draw against Bournemouth, in another largely uninspiring performance.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 7

Report: Real Madrid and Barcelona plot January raid for Man United outcast

Real Madrid and Barcelona are interested in signing the Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. There have been rumours that the midfielder could leave Manchester United during the January transfer window.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 7

Tottenham handed update on ‘unhappy’ Premier League star looking for an exit

Manchester City are not ready to sanction the exit of James Trafford in the January transfer window amid Tottenham interest. Tottenham Hotspur’s defence has been an area of strength under Thomas Frank, unlike his predecessor Ange Postecoglou.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 7

Insider claims 'player swap deal' could see Man United land 42-G/A sensation

PSG attacker Bradley Barcola has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. Manchester United have been linked as a potential destination.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 7

Gyokeres sees a positive from Arsenal’s loss to Villa

Arsenal may have suffered defeat to Aston Villa yesterday, yet their overall attacking display offered several reasons for encouragement. Throughout the season, the team has faced criticism for not doing enough from open play to convert promising positions into goals.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 7

Ange Postecoglou Eyes Summer Return with a Tottenham 'What-If' Looming Large

Ange Postecoglou continues to generate headlines as he weighs up his next managerial move. His exit from Tottenham Hotspur in June 2025 remains a defining chapter in his recent career.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 7

Tottenham interested in ‘Next Drogba’ targeted by Chelsea and other Premier League clubs

Tottenham Hotspur have adopted this approach for preparing for the future, where we have seen the North Londoners sign some highly acclaimed talents and develop them into their potential at Hotspur Way.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 7

Tottenham want 22-year-old with ‘precise dribbling and innate ability in one-on-one situations’

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs interested in signing Nilson Angulo from Anderlecht. The Ecuador international has done quite well for the Belgian club this season with 12 goal contributions.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 7

Napoli vs Juventus probable lineups: A midfield run-off for Spalletti

The Stadio Maradona will witness one of the most-awaited fixtures of the Serie A campaign, as Luciano Spalletti returns to Napoli as the Juventus head coach.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 7

Sources: €80-100m offers likely in January, Liverpool to meet player’s agent soon

Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool has quickly become one of the hottest stories ahead of the January transfer window. Arne Slot’s decision to leave the Egyptian star on the bench for two consecutive league matches sparked debate, and Salah’s recent comments have added even more drama to the situation.

Soccer News / Sheff United Way / December 7

Sheffield United 4-0 Stoke City: Blades Brush Potters Aside With Ease

Sheffield United continued their electric form by dismantling Stoke City 4-0 at Bramall Lane on Saturday afternoon. The Blades opened the scoring on ten minutes via a towering header from Mark McGuinness from a corner.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 7

Man United could now land €50m windfall thanks to Dan Ashworth masterstroke

Manchester United sold Mason Greenwood to French outfit Marseille in the summer of 2024. Dan Ashwath was the sporting Director of the club back then, and he included a 50% sell-on clause in the attacker’s deal when he sold the player to the French outfit.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 7

Tottenham looking to ‘move quickly in negotiations’ to land explosive €90m star in January

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Yan Diomande during the January transfer window. The 19-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has made a name for himself at RB Leipzig.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 7

Journalist Review: Chelsea lack creativity, player was dropped, top four push questioned

In one journalist review of Chelsea’s 0-0 draw with Bournemouth yesterday, their top four push is now being questioned. It was only a couple of weeks ago that many were touting Chelsea for title contenders again this season after some good form and big wins against the likes of Barcelona.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 7

Sources: Newcastle plot surprise move for £80k-a-week Chelsea flop in January

Several clubs are lining up concrete moves for Chelsea’s French centre-back Axel Disasi ahead of the winter transfer window. Borussia Dortmund want to strengthen their backline early for the second half of the season, and Disasi’s profile, physical presence, aerial strength and ability to play out from the back fit perfectly with their needs.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Martin Keown says one Arsenal star proved his doubters wrong against Villa

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has missed a significant number of matches this season due to injuries, and his place in the starting lineup has been widely debated among supporters.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 6

Maresca’s words and actions on young player simply don’t match up

Before the game against Leeds on Wednesday, Chelsea were doing really well, and there were few complaints from fans about Enzo Maresca, despite that relationship having been a bit rocky at times since he arrived 18 months ago.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

David James reveals how other teams can catch Arsenal

Arsenal’s defeat to Aston Villa this afternoon raised fresh questions about how opponents might approach matches against Mikel Arteta’s side. The Gunners have been in impressive form for much of the season and have established themselves as one of the standout teams to watch.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 6

Slot throws one Liverpool player under the bus after Leeds horror show

Liverpool manager Arne Slot did not exactly make much of an effort to stick up for Ibrahima Konate after another poor performance against Leeds United.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 6

Inter Miami downs Vancouver to lift 2025 MLS Cup

Inter Miami beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to take home the 2025 MLS Cup.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 6

Despite losing, Arsenal set an impressive attacking record against Villa

Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa this afternoon left many supporters questioning how a match featuring one of the team’s finest attacking displays still ended without any points.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 6

Wolves vs Manchester United: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Wolves vs Manchester United is poised to be the final game of Matchday 15 of the 2025/26 Premier League season and should be an action-packed clash when the two sides, desperate for a win, tussle against each other at the Molineux Stadium on Monday, December 8.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 6

AFCON Call-Up Hits United: The Difficult Challenge of Losing Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United have built their best football this season on one consistent pattern: everything good seems to flow from the right. With Amad Diallo reinvented as a dynamic right wing-back and Bryan Mbeumo thriving in the right-sided No.