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Charlotte FC sign USMNT M Luca de la Torre

Charlotte FC acquired midfielder Luca de la Torre from LaLiga side Celta Vigo on Tuesday. The 27-year-old U.S. men's national team veteran is under contract through June 2029 with an option for the 2030 season.

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Team’s Up – Askou names Motherwell XI for Celtic clash

Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou has named his team for this afternoon’s Scottish Premiership clash with Celtic. The Dane has had Motherwell playing some impressive football since taking over at Fir Park.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 30

Why Chiesa could consider a return to Juventus next month

Federico Chiesa has been linked with a sensational return to Juventus as he continues to struggle for regular game time at Liverpool. While the current campaign has been an improvement on his previous season in England, the attacker is still not featuring as often as he would prefer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Roma earned more Serie A points than any other team in 2025

Although they did not win any silverware, Roma had a stronger points average in the calendar year 2025 than any other team in Serie A. Napoli won the Scudetto in May following a battle with Inter, pipping them to the top in the final round.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 30

Team’s Up – Schmeichel, Scales, Bernardo and Hatate start for Celtic

Wilfried Nancy has named his Celtic starting X1 to face Motherwell at Fir Park this evening in the 8pm kick-off which is live on Premier Sports… The Celtic manager shuffles the pack with four changes from the side that started in West Lothian at the weekend.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Aston Villa – Gabriel partners Saliba

Arsenal take on Aston Villa in a must-win encounter this evening, with the Gunners determined not to slip up again after their defeat in the reverse fixture, and this is the starting eleven announced by the manager.

Leeds United News / Football Italia / December 30

McKennie agent hits out at ‘lies and propaganda’ about Juventus contract

Weston McKennie’s agent has hit out at ‘lies and propaganda’ about contract renewal talks with Juventus and a potential move to MLS. The midfielder is only tied to the club until June 2026 and negotiations for a new deal have not progressed.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 30

Motherwell v Celtic – Team news, referee details, KO time & where to watch

Nothing from Wilfried Nancy by way of a pre-match media conference for what is a massive game at Fir Park this evening. The Motherwell manager and club captain both found time to speak to the media ahead of the game, showing more respect for their own supporters.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 30

Lazio Add Fiorentina Benchwarmer to Midfield Shortlist

Lazio are reportedly following Fiorentina midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, who lost his starting place in Tuscany following the managerial change. The

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 30

Raspadori wanted by Roma and Galatasaray, as Atletico Madrid set demands

According to reports, Roma are only prepared to offer a loan with option to buy for €17m, so Atletico Madrid could give Giacomo Raspadori to Galatasaray.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 30

Chelsea vs Bournemouth – Team News: Estevao and Cole Palmer get latest chance to start together

Chelsea face Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge in just over an hour, and the teams are in! Enzo Maresca needs a win, but also knows that Chelsea have a big game against Manchester City on Sunday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Serie A Week 18 official referees for big games

Davide Massa is the referee assigned to Lazio-Napoli, while Atalanta-Roma is officiated by Michael Fabbri, and Inter-Bologna goes to Marco Guida. Serie A will open in 2026 with its Week 18 fixtures, which run from Friday January 2 to Sunday January 4.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 30

Philadelphia Union acquire D Finn Sundstrom from D.C. United

The Philadelphia Union acquired 19-year-old defender Finn Sundstrom from D.C. United on Tuesday. Sundstrom arrives via transfer from USL Championship side North Carolina FC and is under contract through 2028 with club options for 2029 and 2030.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 30

AC Milan challenging Juventus for Premier League veteran

Bernardo Silva is expected to leave Manchester City at the end of the season as the club continues to phase out several of their more experienced players, and a move to Serie A is emerging as a realistic possibility.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 30

'Not physical enough, not hard-working enough' – Chelsea have £100m problem with midfielder who clashes with Cole Palmer

Chelsea have a problem now that their star player Cole Palmer and their £100m midfielder Enzo Fernandez are both fit. They can’t both fit as a number 10 in Enzo Maresca’s team, but playing Enzo deeper weakens the team defensively.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 30

Real Madrid discard move for Premier League midfielder as priorities become clear

Real Madrid are in the process of determining their transfer strategy for 2026, and some of their priorities have become clear. It appears that Los Blancos will not make a move for a player in January, but are sizing up their options for the summer.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Inter Miami talent Silvetti targeted by Fiorentina for 2026

Fiorentina have reportedly set their sights on Inter Miami’s Argentinean forward Mateo Silvetti for the January transfer window. The Viola are set to revolutionise their squad mid-season when new director of sport Fabio Paratici arrives from Tottenham Hotspur.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30