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Arsenal prepare mega contract for Spaniard as club is ready to show ambition

Arsenal are preparing to offer Mikel Arteta a new contract running until 2029, according to journalist Nicolo Schira. When Arteta took charge in December 2019, Arsenal were in one of their most turbulent periods of the modern era, languishing in mid-table, lacking identity, and facing a fractured dressing room.

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Roma striker Dovbyk forced to undergo surgery after latest injury

Sky Sport Italia reports that Roma striker Artem Dovbyk will have to undergo surgery following an injury to his left thigh, remaining out of action for at least two months.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Scudetto Charge – Inter Milan Make Winning Serie A Title The Top Priority

Inter Milan have made the Scudetto their top priority, with the entire club focused on winning the Serie A title. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, internal discussions have moved beyond tactics and rotation.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Inter Milan Consider Late Perisic Return On Two Conditions: The Situation

Inter Milan are considering a late return for Ivan Perisic from PSV as they assess options to strengthen the wide areas before the transfer window closes.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 16

Real Madrid on course to restart Vinicius Junior contract talks after Xabi Alonso exit

The exit of Xabi Alonso might not have changed much on the pitch yet, but it should have some impact off it. The slate will be wiped clean between Alvaro Arbeloa and the Real Madrid squad, but also potentially paves the way for Vinicius Junior’s future.

Empoli News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Inter Milan Monitoring Tottenham Hotspur & Italy Star As Nerazzurri Plan For The Future

Inter Milan are monitoring Spurs and Italy goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario as they plan for life after Yann Sommer. The Nerazzurri have already begun looking ahead to the summer transfer window, without losing sight of the current campaign.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / January 16

Chris Sutton predicts Tottenham vs. West Ham score that will finally have the fans relieved

Tottenham’s Premier League struggles have once again defined their season. The Lilywhites have been in the media spotlight for all the wrong reasons, placing Thomas Frank’s job under increasing pressure.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 16

Are Manchester City about to land another big blow in the transfer window?

At the beginning of this week, it seemed that Manchester City would have to find another centre-back to target in the January transfer window other than Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 16

Lazio Director Dismisses Sarri’s Jabs: 'He Likes to Joke, He Scouted Ratkov'

Lazio unveiled their new striker, Petar Ratkov, in a press conference held on Friday, but Angelo Fabian stole the limelight with the explanation he gave for Maurizio Sarri’s recent statement.

Southampton News / Caught Offside / January 16

Sources: Update on transfer saga that impacts Man United & Chelsea following manager change

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo now no longer looks likely to push for a move away from Old Trafford this January. As first reported here in my exclusive for the Daily Briefing, the change in manager at Man Utd now looks to have persuaded Mainoo to wait it out for a bit longer with the club.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Nottingham Forest & Newcastle Pushing To Loan Inter Milan & Italy Midfielder

Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United are pushing for a loan move for Inter Milan and Italy midfielder Davide Frattesi ahead of the January window. Frattesi is exploring options for a move as early as January as he looks to secure more regular playing time ahead of a potential World Cup year.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 16

Celtic B Team captain reaches agreement with Livingston FC

According to Daily Record, the Hoops’ B team skipper has reached an agreement to link up with David Martindale’s side. The commanding young centre-back is currently gaining valuable minutes on loan with Inverness Caledonian Thistle in League One.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 16

Zinedine Zidane gives advice on how to manage Real Madrid dressing room – ‘If you haven’t understood…’

Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane has discussed his success as manager at the club, with plenty of debate surrounding the current crisis at the Bernabeu.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 16

'Arsenal must turn up' Merson predicts Nottingham Forest v Arsenal

Arsenal face Nottingham Forest in the Premier League this weekend, in what represents another demanding fixture for the Gunners as the season progresses.

Chelsea FC News / To The Lane And Back / January 16

Thomas Frank sets firm conditions as Tottenham weigh further January business post-Gallagher

Thomas Frank has made it clear Tottenham will not panic-buy their way out of the latest injury crisis, even with Spurs light in the forward areas and the squad stretched thin.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 16

4 positive Tottenham injury updates ahead of West Ham

Richarlison is sidelined for up to seven weeks with a hamstring injury. Richarlison has been a key player this season, leading Spurs’ scoring charts in the Premier League with 7 goals (plus 3 assists) in 21 games, and he’s been far more reliable fitness-wise under Frank compared to previous injury-plagued years.

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 16

Besiktas interested in Real Madrid outcast for January move

Real Madrid are in crises on the pitch, and there is not much sign of reinforcements arriving off it. However there is a growing number of players that Los Blancos are considering moving on from in the summer, as doubts rise about their performances.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Inter Milan Plot Summer Move For €30m Rated Fiorentina Defender

Inter Milan are reportedly planning a summer move for Fiorentina defender Pietro Comuzzo as part of their long-term squad renewal strategy under Oaktree ownership.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 16

Former Arsenal man believes missing pre-season has affected Gyokeres

Former Arsenal midfielder Stefan Schwarz believes that Viktor Gyokeres’ difficulty in finding goals at Arsenal can partly be explained by his disrupted pre-season.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 16

Unai Emery wants Villa to sign Real Madrid star after missing out on Conor Gallagher

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly pushing for the club to sign Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos after missing out on Conor Gallagher. According to Fichajes, Villa were keen on Gallagher, though he’s just ended up leaving Atletico Madrid for a move to Tottenham instead.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 16

Newcastle United in talks to sign versatile England international

Newcastle United have reportedly had some contacts to be informed of a potential transfer opportunity for AC Milan midfielder and former Chelsea ace Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 16

Man United & Man City ‘keeping close tabs’ on 22-year-old Premier League star

Manchester United and Manchester City are “keeping close tabs” on Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, with both clubs considering a summer move for the highly rated 22-year-old, according to TEAMtalk.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 16

Tottenham turn eyes to £30m Man United target as Frank demands fresh spark

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough. The 23-year-old has done quite well for the Championship club, and his performances have attracted the attention of the North London outfit.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 16

Journalist: West Ham have Chelsea star on their radar, Blues yet to receive 'formal approach'

West Ham have Filip Jorgensen on their radar, but have yet to make a formal approach for the goalkeeper according to journalist Ben Jacobs. The Blues signed Jorgensen from Spanish side Villarreal in the summer of 2024 in a deal believed to be worth £20.9m.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 16

Ben Jacobs names three players on Chelsea’s radar as Blues look to sign new centre back this month

Chelsea are keeping tabs on Jeremy Jacquet and Jacobo Ramon as they look for a new centre back this month according to Ben Jacobs. The Blues’ struggles at centre back were once again displayed in the defeat to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Nottingham Forest gets three players boost ahead of Arsenal game

Nottingham Forest are preparing to pose a serious challenge when they face Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend, despite it being a fixture many expect the Gunners to win.