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Napoli to Add Verona Star, Part Way with Two Misfits

Napoli will bid adieu to Lorenzo Lucca and Noa Lang and bring in Giovane from Hellas Verona. The Italian center-forward has ultimately chosen Nottingham Forest after being courted also by Pisa and Sevilla, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 23

Late Eighties Decline – Celtic v Borussia Dortmund, 1987

In 1987, after 23 seasons in European competitions, Celtic had NEVER been drawn against a team from West Germany. This was remarkable given the relative success of both Celtic and West German club sides during this period.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 23

Liam Rosenior gives update on whether Cole Palmer can play this weekend

Liam Rosenior has just taken his press conference ahead of the game against Crystal Palace this week, and after some bad weeks of illness and injury he’s had some good news to tell us on all fronts.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 23

'No-brainer' – Man United still think £30m signing would be ideal for them

Manchester United reportedly still feel that £30m Chelsea striker Liam Delap would have been an ideal signing for them this season. The 22-year-old ended up moving from Ipswich Town to Chelsea after impressing in the Premier League last season with 12 goals in 37 top flight games.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 23

'He said to me' – Chelsea ace details new role he’s 'really enjoying' under Liam Rosenior

Malo Gusto has revealed he’s really enjoying playing under new head coach Liam Rosenior as he detailed his new role in the team. The France international has been back to some of his best form this season, and Gusto has scored two goals this campaign.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 23

Michele Padovano insists Spalletti deserves credit for turning things around at Juventus

Since Luciano Spalletti was appointed manager of Juventus, the team has shown clear improvement across all aspects of its performance. Before his arrival, the club struggled with confidence and mentality, and players often failed to deliver in matches they were expected to win.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 23

Atletico Madrid dealt blow as top attacking transfer target will not join in January

Atletico Madrid are working against the clock to bring in reinforcements this January, and have been dealt a blow to their ambitions. Los Colchoneros are targeting a central midfielder and a playmaker to replace Conor Gallagher and Giacomo Raspadori.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Chelsea 'close to an agreement' over major issue, and 'still in talks' over other potential deals

Things have not gone well on the pitch for Chelsea since the takeover by BlueCo in 2022. The club have spent huge amounts on renovating the squad, only to struggle to get results.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 23

‘Extremely clever here’ Premier League icon loves the Nwaneri move

Steven Gerrard has praised Mikel Arteta’s decision to allow Ethan Nwaneri to leave Arsenal on loan and join Olympique Marseille during the current transfer window.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 23

Insider would be 'surprised' if Man United didn’t try again for this major transfer

An insider has claimed that it would be surprising if Manchester United didn’t try again to seal the transfer of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Liverpool weighing difficult Robertson call amid Spurs interest – Ornstein

Liverpool are facing an unexpectedly delicate decision over Andy Robertson, with reports suggesting a summer move that few would have predicted. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Tottenham Hotspur are actively working on a deal to sign the Scotland international from Liverpool.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 23

Man Utd must sign ‘absolutely wonderful’ EPL star after Casemiro & Mainoo decisions – (Opinion)

Manchester United have decided to part ways with Casemiro, which should prompt them to rekindle their interest in Carlos Baleba. On Thursday afternoon, the Brazilian veteran announced his departure at the end of the season, as INEOS opted against extending his expiring contract.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 23

Manchester City simply must find a way to pick up three points against Wolves

It has been a bad week for Manchester City. Consecutive defeats to Manchester United and Bodø/Glimt have capped off a poor January for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 23

'What I expect…' – Arne Slot speaks out on Liverpool’s January transfer window plans

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has all but ruled out the Reds doing any major transfer business during the January window. Speaking at his press conference today, as quoted by journalist David Lynch, Slot said that his current expectation was that the winter would pass without any new additions for Liverpool.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 23

Agents informed of Chelsea transfer interest, club open to sale on right terms

Chelsea may reportedly be an option for Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae as his future at the Allianz Arena looks uncertain. According to Christian Falk, writing in his latest exclusive column for CF Bayern Insider, Bayern are open to selling Kim for the right price to help fund a move for another defender.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 23

Ajax is considering a move for another Arsenal star

Ajax have only recently completed the loan signing of Oleksandr Zinchenko from Arsenal, yet the Dutch club are already planning another move for a player at the Emirates.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 23

Just in: ‘Absolutely brilliant’ EPL star keeps Aston Villa on hold, he only wants Man Utd

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Matate is reportedly holding out for an offer from Manchester United, who remain his favourite destination. The Red Devils have thus far had an uneventful January, with only young players returning from loan or heading towards other temporary destinations, the likes of Harry Amass and Toby Collyer.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Liverpool monitoring January options but time is running out – Steele

Liverpool are approaching the final stretch of the January transfer window with patience rather than urgency, as fresh reporting outlines the players we are watching rather than deals close to completion.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 23

Serie A clubs showing interest in signing Arsenal man

Gabriel Jesus has recently returned from an injury that kept him out of action at Arsenal for around a year, marking an important moment for both the player and the club.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Harvey Elliott loan hell exit route leaves Liverpool with uncomfortable choice

Liverpool find themselves in an uncomfortable position with Harvey Elliott as a season that was meant to offer opportunity has instead drifted into limbo.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Sky Germany: Chelsea express interest in Bundesliga star, Man United also in the race

Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha according to reports in Germany. The Blues were expected to be quiet in January, but it appears their plans have changed and they are now looking to add a centre back, and possibly a midfielder.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 23

Tottenham keen on £70m 'special' talent who has 'captivated' rival managers

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Bundesliga midfielder Can Uzun. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder has impressed in Germany and attracted the attention of Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle United.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Journalist: Chelsea looked at signing Joao Palhinha but Julian Alvarez unlikely

A journalist has put some information out around some possible Chelsea transfer targets, pervious and current. The Blues are weighing up some transfer options for the January transfer window as well as the summer transfer window.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Issues with Lavia and Essugo: Why Chelsea are trying to sign Douglas Luiz this month

Chelsea are trying to sign midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan from Juventus this month in some fresh transfer news that came out. It came from nowhere really, even if we had been hearing some whispers that Chelsea could still look to make more new signings this window, even after their attempts to sign Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.