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'It was a mistake' – Former Chelsea star slams one disappointing CFC summer signing

Former Chelsea star Glen Johnson has made it clear that he thinks Alejandro Garnacho has been a disappointing signing. The Argentina international joined from Manchester United last summer and it’s fair to say the deal probably got a mixed reception from fans.

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Arteta gives more detail about Hincapie’s condition and progress

Piero Hincapie picked up an injury during Arsenal’s match against Liverpool and subsequently missed the FA Cup tie against Portsmouth. His absence, combined with Riccardo Calafiori also being sidelined, has left Arsenal short of options in a key area of the pitch.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 14

Galatasaray Lay Eyes on Milan, Inter and Juventus Stars

Galatasaray have embarked on a mission to Italy to probe some Serie A stars and have Ademola Lookman, Youssouf Fofana, Davide Frattesi, and Teun Koopmeiners in their crosshairs, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

Chelsea set to break successful loan and nobody is sure why yet

We have always warned you that this January was set to be a quiet one, and it looks like that’s been an accurate prediction. One thing that IS happening, as we’ve just heard from Nizaar Kinsella, is that one of Chelsea’s on loan goalkeepers is being recalled.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 14

Harry Wilson’s Form: A Fulham Player Catching the Eye

Recently, Fulham have undergone a positive run of form, with many players catching the eye. However, Harry Wilson’s form has been noted by many fans as being a cut above the rest, with some noting a strong run of assists and goals.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Fiorentina confirm Paratici appointment as Tottenham explain exit

Fiorentina and Tottenham confirm that Fabio Paratici will become the Tuscans’ sporting director from February, terminating the January transfer window in North London.

Bayer Leverkusen News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Tottenham begin formal managerial talks with Xabi Alonso as pressure grows on Thomas Frank

Tottenham Hotspur are enduring quite a difficult season under Thomas Frank. The Dane’s first campaign in charge at N17 hasn’t gone quite as planned, as the Lilywhites falter down in fourteenth (14) in the Premier League, whilst having crashed out of both the domestic competitions already.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 14

Juventus target must force through transfer to join them

Pierre Emile Højbjerg has remained Juventus’ preferred midfield target, and the Denmark international could yet secure a move to Turin if he is prepared to push for it.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

BBC: 'Multiple clubs' want €12m striker; could have major effect on Chelsea’s loan plans

This was always going to be a very slow January, and that’s proved to be the case, two weeks in. The only real action at Chelsea has been on the managerial front.

Juventus prepare offer to sign Bournemouth defender as a free agent

Romeo Agresti reports that Juventus are ready to send an offer to sign Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi as a free agent at the end of the season. Juventus are in talks with Senesi’s entourage, and according to Juventus expert Romeo Agresti, the Serie A giants will make an offer to sign the Argentine as a free agent.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Aston Villa allow Malen to have Roma medical as agreement reached

Roma have reportedly reached a full agreement to sign Aston Villa striker Donyell Malen, who will fly to Italy today. Aston Villa striker Malen is set to join Roma on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy from Aston Villa.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / January 14

€150m star linked with Chelsea & Liverpool could see asking price drop significantly

Chelsea and Liverpool could be handed a transfer boost as Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez may reportedly be set to see his asking price drop significantly.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Official dates and kick-off times for Serie A Week 23 and 24

Lega Serie A has announced the dates and times for Week 23 and 24, including Napoli-Fiorentina, Juventus-Lazio, Bologna-Milan and Cremonese-Inter. Lega Serie A confirmed dates and times for Serie A Week 23 and 24 on Wednesday.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 14

Duo on alert as Newcastle United ready to let want-away midfielder leave

Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock reportedly wants to leave the club this January and they could be prepared to sanction his departure. This comes as Willock supposedly attracts transfer interest from two Premier League clubs in the form of Leeds United and Crystal Palace, according to Football Insider.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 14

Report – Galatasaray Top Brass In Italy To Sign Inter Milan Flop

Galatasaray have reportedly dispatched representatives to Italy to discuss a potential deal for Inter Milan outcast Davide Frattesi. According to La Repubblica via FCInterNews, the Turkish club’s top executives have already landed in Milan.

Bayer Leverkusen News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Simon Jordan rants on Daniel Levy being painted as a villain and backs Xabi Alonso for Tottenham job

It certainly feels as though Thomas Frank has run his course at Tottenham. The Danish tactician appears increasingly monotonous in his press conferences, and there are clear signs that he is emotionally drained from managing the Lilywhites.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 14

Aston Villa agree deal to offload attacker with his replacement already decided

AS Roma have reached an agreement in principle to sign Aston Villa forward Donyell Malen on loan, with a conditional obligation to buy for around £25 million, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 14

Arteta reveals what motivates his team ahead of Carabao Cup semi-final

Arsenal takes on Chelsea today in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, with both sides determined to secure an advantage. The fixture carries added significance for the Gunners, who are widely regarded as having some of the finest players in England within their current squad.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Manchester City group reach agreement in principle to sign Tottenham striker

It looks like Tottenham Hotspur is on the verge of sanctioning another winter exit as Manchester City’s ownership group fortifies its move to sign a 22-year-old Argentine footballer.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

Exclusive: Why Slot is missing ‘mad as a brush’ Nunez and needs more time – Collins

Liverpool have rarely lacked talking points this season, but beneath the weekly noise sits a wider question about expectations, transition and what success actually looks like for us right now.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

'Is there a lack of fear?' – former boss raises Salah concern

Liverpool have navigated another week of noise and narrative, but beneath the results, deeper questions continue to surface around authority, standards and control at Anfield.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 14

Tottenham want £60m-rated 'top player' who can compared to a 25-goal striker

Mile Svilar has been linked with a move away from AS Roma, and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in securing his signature. Guglielmo Vicario has been quite inconsistent since joining the club, and he can be quite poor at dealing with aerial balls.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

The BBC mentions four Chelsea transfer targets one being 26-cap Turkish international

The BBC have mentioned four Chelsea transfer targets, with one of them being a 26-cap Turkish international star. Chelsea aren’t expected to be too busy in the winter transfer market, with most of the focus being on the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

BBC Sport names player Chelsea are known admirers of, summer move a possibility

Chelsea are known admirers of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo who has less than 18 months left on his contract according to reports. The Blues once again heavily invested in the squad last summer, and totally revamped their front line with five new attacking signings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

'Conversations with them' – Liam Rosenior seems to open the door to Raheem Sterling & Axel Disasi

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior seemingly opens the door to bomb squad members Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi. The club have this thing where if you are not part of the plans and you are up for sale, you don’t train or play with the first team until you are sold.