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Columbus Crew Battles Al Nassr for Former Cristiano Ronaldo Teammate

Al Nassr is competing with MLS side Columbus Crew to sign a former teammate of Cristiano Ronaldo, according to a recent report. Recently, FIFA lifted the registration ban on the Saudi club, which had prevented it from making signings.

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Player reveals how Leicester City chief blocked his move to Championship club

Standard Liege striker Thomas Henry has now revealed that Leicester City director Jon Rudkin blocked his move to Swansea City a few years ago. The French

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 26

USMNT star Pulisic the best Serie A player so far, according to Italian journalists

USMNT international Christian Pulisic is the Serie A player with the highest average player rating, just above his teammate Luka Modric. Milan star Pulisic is the best player in Serie A so far, according to average player ratings from Italian sports papers (via Fantacalcio).

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / December 26

Real Madrid to settle on one move after outlining January transfer plans

Real Madrid have struggled in the last two months of the season, which has seen a nine-point swing in La Liga’s table to the benefit of Barcelona. Much of the talk about potential changes has surrounded manager Xabi Alonso, but there has been a growing narrative that the Basque manager is short of resources in his squad too.

Getafe News / Football Espana / December 26

Bournemouth forward in contact with La Liga side over January move

Bournemouth forward Enes Unal has not had the fortune he would have hoped for since moving to the Premier League. The Turkish goalscorer has suffered with injury in England, and is now looking for regular game time.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 26

Premier League veteran plots escape from Sunderland in January

Sunderland defender Arthur Masuaku wants to leave the club when the transfer window opens in January. According to a report from Foot RDC, the DR Congo International wants a fresh start next month.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 26

Let’s not forget that Arteta’s job is on the line this season

This has been a positive season for Arsenal, with the team competing at a high level over the last few weeks. The squad currently contains several of the finest players in Europe, and there is a strong belief that this group is more than capable of winning trophies this term.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 26

Juventus should not feel under pressure to keep Vlahovic

Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic are expected to resume discussions over a potential new contract in the near future, but the club appears to be entering negotiations from a weakened position.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 26

French starlet offered way out in January, Leeds United ready to make a move

El Chadaile Bitshiabu has been linked with a move to Leeds United in recent weeks. The 20-year-old French defender has struggled for regular opportunities at the German club, and he needs to move on to play more often.

Soccer News / The Laziali / December 26

A Look at Past Matches Between Udinese & Lazio: Thauvin Torments the Aquile

This weekend, Lazio travel to the Northern East for their final act of 2025, as they’ll take on Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium. While this may not be a traditional rivalry in Italian football, the meetings between these two sides often deliver excitement, competitiveness, and at times, drama.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / December 26

Bayern Munich given Dayot Upamecano boost after fresh Real Madrid update

Bayern Munich are in the process of trying to renew the contract of defender Dayot Upamecano, but face competition from two of Europe’s biggest giants.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 26

Roma vs. Genoa: De Rossi’s return before big January changes

Roma host Daniele De Rossi’s Genoa on December 29, which could be the last game before big January changes for the Giallorossi. Roma-Genoa will be the last game of Serie A Week 17, and it will be more meaningful than what the table might suggest.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 26

Atletico Madrid set €22m asking price for January sale

Atletico Madrid may have done a lot of business in the summer, but there will be more to come in the winter transfer window. The sale of Javi Galan to Osasuna has already been finalised, and he is unlikely to be the only player leaving the RiyadhAir Metropolitano mid-season.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 26

Barcelona ready to pounce if Arsenal snub £45 million transfer in 2026

Barcelona are looking to improve the defensive unit, and they are keeping tabs on the Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie, as per Fichajes. The 23-year-old Ecuadorian is on loan at the Premier League club, but he has not been a regular starter for them.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26

Exclusive says Chelsea could bring forward transfer for 18 year old Ligue 1 talent as interest grows

The rumours about Chelsea interest in Marseille youngster Darryl Bakola continue to grow. Today it’s rumour site CaughtOffside‘s turn to talk about the 18 year old.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 26

Two important players won’t feature for Manchester City against Nottingham Forest

There was good news on the injury front to emerge today for Manchester City. Pep Guardiola has revealed that Rodri is a chance to return for City’s important Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest tomorrow at The City Ground.

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Nottingham Forest News / Esteemed Kompany / December 26

An important piece of the Manchester City machine could return against Nottingham Forest

Rodri has missed the past eleven matches for Manchester City. City have taken a cautious approach with Rodri’s fitness after he suffered a series of injury setbacks throughout this season.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 26

Journalist drops bombshell on Manchester United’s next signing, star 'very keen' to join

Manchester United are now expected to sign Manu Kone from AS Roma. The 24-year-old French midfielder has done well for them, and he is expected to be on the move at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26

January transfer 'biggest priorities' for Chelsea still stuck because of these factors

With January now just days away, we can get really serious about Chelsea and what they might be up to in the transfer window. We’ve said all along we don’t expect them to do much in terms of buying players – but there will likely be a sale or two, and some loan movements too.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 26

'We don’t want anyone…' – Chelsea figure’s stark statement about tomorrow’s thriller

Chelsea players have not taken a Christmas break like the rest of us. They’ve been training and recovering and preparing for tomorrow’s huge top of the table clash against Aston Villa.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 26

Crystal Palace given green light to sign super striker for only €30m

Crystal Palace are reportedly positioning themselves to make a move for highly rated teenage forward Sidiki Cherif, with the Premier League club stepping up plans to strengthen their attacking options in the near future.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 26

One win in eight games for Spurs: Pressure undeniably mounts for Thomas Frank

Crystal Palace sit comfortably in mid-table (around 7th-8th place with ~26 points from 17 games), having enjoyed a solid season overall, including European football in the Conference League.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 26

Does Saka and Odegaard focus on each other too much?

Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard have developed a fine on-field chemistry that is greatly appreciated by Arsenal fans. While it is difficult to assess what their relationship is like away from football, their understanding during matches is obvious.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 26

Man Utd predicted XI vs Newcastle: Amorim forced to start four strugglers

On Friday evening, a depleted Manchester United side will entertain Newcastle United in the solitary Premier League’s Boxing Day fixture. The Red Devils suffered a 1-2 defeat to Aston Villa on the road before Christmas, so they’ll be determined to swiftly bounce back in front of their loyal supporters at Old Trafford.

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / December 26

Aston Villa Manager Unai Emery Keeps Driving Aston Villa On

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery’s quality is becoming apparent with every passing week. Emery guided Aston Villa to a win over Manchester United last weekend, which kept him in third position in the Premier League table with 36 points from 17 matches.