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Tottenham step up chase for Belgian powerhouse after scouting him last week

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to strengthen their midfield with the signing of Belgian midfielder Mandela Keita. The Belgian has done quite well for Parma, and his performance has attracted the attention of the north London club.

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Zazzaroni argues that only Juventus player deserved the jeers, and it’s not David

Italian journalist Ivan Zazzaroni felt the home crowds at the Allianz Stadium were too harsh towards the Juventus players on Saturday. The Bianconeri supporters were expecting the team to start the year on a positive note by making short work of Lecce.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Aston Villa target ambitious January move for Manchester City attacker

Aston Villa have emerged as the latest Premier League club to show interest in Omar Marmoush, as they closely track his situation at Manchester City, according to TEAMtalk.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 5

'Call a spade a spade, when’s it ever been this bad? It’s never,' Luke McCowan

Luke McCowan spoke to the media after Celtic’s dreadful 3-1 defeat at Celtic Park on Saturday afternoon to theRangers, giving an insight into how the players

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 5

Chelsea fans made their feelings clear to owners with chant in Man City game

Some Chelsea fans were heard making their feelings clear to the club with some chants they sang during the Manchester City game yesterday. The Blues drew 1-1 against the Premier League title contenders in what was a game of two halves once again.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 5

Tottenham scouts spotted on Saturday as £50m star lined up as next big signing

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Monaco attacker Maghnes Akliouche. According to TeamTalk, Tottenham representatives scouted the player in action on Saturday and are looking to ramp up their pursuit.

RB Leipzig News / Esteemed Kompany / January 5

It is now time for a young Manchester City centre-back to be unleashed

With Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, and John Stones, all now injured Manchester City is now short of centre-backs. Only Nathan Ake and Abdukodir Khusanov remain fit for Pep Guardiola to play in the heart of Manchester City’s defence.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 5

'I don’t see Rosenior doing that' – Jamie Carragher’s verdict on Chelsea manager situation

Former Liverpool centre back Jamie Carragher has dropped his verdict on the Chelsea manager situation that is unfolding. As expected now, Liam Rosenior is looking like he will be in charge at Chelsea for their next game against Fulham on Wednesday night.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Man United explore conditions to sign long-term Premier League target in January

Manchester United have taken early steps in their long-term midfield planning by exploring the conditions required to sign Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion, according to Sky Sports.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Real Madrid set sights on 29-year-old Man City star facing contract uncertainty

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing an ambitious move to sign Rodri from Manchester City in the summer transfer window, according to Marca. The Spanish giants are believed to view the 29-year-old as a potential cornerstone of their next midfield evolution, with plans already being discussed internally at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 5

'Expectation is' – Chelsea to have new manager in dugout for Fulham this week

Chelsea have another Premier League midweek game, and the expectation is they will have a new permanent manager in the dugout. It will not be Callum McFarlane

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 5

Sources: Aston Villa & Newcastle join race for La Liga star who is available in January

Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza is becoming a hot property in the January transfer window, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / January 5

Tensions grow between Man United pair as crisis continue to get worse at Old Trafford

Tensions are reportedly beginning to surface behind the scenes at Manchester United, with growing friction between head coach Ruben Amorim and director of football Jason Wilcox, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 5

This Manchester City side showed against Chelsea just how far they still have to come

At the final whistle at the Etihad Stadium yesterday there was an overwhelming sense that Manchester City had thrown away two points against Chelsea. Enzo Fernandez scored for Chelsea in the 94th minute to cancel out Tijjani Reijnders first-half goal to ensure that yesterday’s match finished 1-all.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 5

Gary Neville says Chelsea player is 'smidgen away from Eden Hazard' in daft comparison

Former Manchester United right back Gary Neville has named the Chelsea player who is a “smidgen away from Eden Hazard.” But he’s wrong here, and this is just a very daft comparison in my opinion.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Will sending Nwaneri out on loan weaken the Arsenal squad?

Ethan Nwaneri needs regular game time, and that opportunity may only present itself if Arsenal allow him to leave on loan during the current month. The young midfielder featured frequently last season, largely because the squad lacked depth and was heavily affected by injuries.

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Chelsea star could be the big winner of Maresca departure after changing the game against Man City

Chelsea fans have been excited about the arrival of Andrey Santos for a while now, and have basically been pretty disappointed by the Brazilian since he finally joined the first team squad in the summer.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 4

Tottenham await clarity as Thomas Frank speaks on Mohammed Kudus’ injury

Tottenham Hotspur hosted Sunderland on Sunday. Frank had made two changes since their disappointing performance away from home at Brentford, which ended in a 0-0 draw.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 4

Premier League roundup: Sucker punches galore on Matchday 20

We've crossed the halfway point of the 2025-26 Premier League season, and the table remains remarkably close from top to bottom. Arsenal has opened up a six-point gap on the rest of the pack, while just nine points separate Chelsea in fifth from Leeds United in 16th. Here's a rundown of the league's top stories from Matchday 20.

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Troyes News / To The Lane And Back / January 4

Winners and Losers from Tottenham’s disappointing 1-1 draw against Sunderland

Tottenham threw away two points at home as Brian Brobbey’s stunner salvaged a draw for Sunderland. Tottenham had to settle for a frustrating 1-1 draw at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Ivan Toney tells Arsenal the next position to use Declan Rice

Ivan Toney has made a light-hearted remark suggesting Arsenal should deploy Declan Rice in an attacking role following his impressive performance against Bournemouth, where he scored twice.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 4

Manchester City 1 Chelsea 1: City player ratings from City’s disappointing draw with Chelsea.

Here are the City player ratings as Manchester City drew 1-all with Chelsea at the Etihad. It seemed that Tijjani Reijnders 42nd minute goal was enough to secure all three points for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 4

'Hard to take' – Jones Fulham reaction hints at deeper Liverpool issue

Liverpool’s late collapse at Craven Cottage left us clinging to a result that never quite felt deserved. Curtis Jones did not hide from that reality after the 2-2 draw with Fulham.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 4

Why did Havertz not make the Arsenal squad for the Bournemouth game

Kai Havertz was named on the bench for Arsenal’s final game of 2025 against Aston Villa, although he did not feature during the match. His inclusion alone was a notable step, as the German attacker is keen to leave a difficult year behind and approach 2026 with renewed momentum.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 4

'That’s the only way you can accept it' – Aldridge sums up Liverpool pain

Liverpool’s draw at Craven Cottage felt like one of those afternoons that leaves more questions than answers. We thought we had stolen it late on, only for a moment of brilliance to rip two points away.