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'Unbelievable football' played credited to '90 per cent' of Liam Rosenior over Wayne Rooney

A former player who played under Liam Rosenior and Wayne Rooney at Derby Country has credited Rosenior for the good football played. Rosenior is of course now the new Chelsea manager, so all focus, quotes, and everything else he’s ever done, is now coming out.

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Lazio Pondering Four Options to Replace Guendouzi, Including AC Milan Swap Deal

Lazio have agreed to sell Matteo Guendouzi to Fenerbahce, and they’re now searching the market for a replacement. The Biancocelesti accepted an offer worth €28m plus €2m, so the French midfielder is expected to leave towards Istanbul in the coming days.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 7

Tension Rising at Roma Over Delays on the Transfer Market

Coach Gian Piero Gasperini opted to remain silent following the Lecce win to avoid complaining again about the lack of additions so far. He’s set for a meeting with the owners, who have flown to Italy, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 7

Inter’s three targets to replace Dumfries as Cancelo heading to Barcelona

Inter are reportedly interested in Dodo, Nahuel Molina and even the possible return of Mattia Zanotti as their main target on the right flank, Joao Cancelo, is set to join Barcelona.

Lens News / To The Lane And Back / January 7

Legendary club fighting relegation continue pursuit of Tottenham’s Radu Dragusin

Tottenham supporters once again hear the drumbeat of transfer speculation surrounding centre-back Radu Dragusin, with Italian outfit Fiorentina, who are currently fighting relegation, among the clubs showing serious interest in the Romanian this January.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 7

How close is Juventus to giving McKennie a new contract?

Weston McKennie has long been one of the standout performers in the Juventus squad and continues to deliver strong performances under Luciano Spalletti.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 7

Raspadori’s agents set to meet Roma director Massara

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Roma director Frederic Massara is travelling to Milan, where he’ll meet Giacomo Raspadori’s agents. Roma are eager

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 7

Chelsea fans will say that they already know their next manager after Liam Rosenior

I’m pretty adamant that Chelsea fans will be out there right now saying that they already know their next manager after Liam Rosenior. The former Strasbourg boss has only just been announced as the new Blues head coach but already there is talk about who will replace him one day!

AC Milan News / Caught Offside / January 7

€150m backing for Rosenior as Chelsea look to unleash new attack with double signing

Chelsea are looking to strengthen their attacking unit in the coming months and have identified Fermin Lopez and Rafael Leao as potential targets. Both players have done quite well for their respective clubs, and they should prove to be excellent additions for Chelsea.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 7

Euro giants’ Sporting Director directly addresses ‘opportunity’ to sign £30.5m United star

AS Roma’s Sporting Director has conceded that a deal for Joshua Zirkzee has become less likely following Ruben Amorim’s exit. In the weeks leading up to the January window, the Serie A outfit have had their sights set on a move for Zirkzee in order to offer him an escape route from his Manchester United struggles.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 7

'There really was a difference in football ability,' Hayato Inamura

Hayato Inamura has been speaking about his time in Scotland after returning to Japan to join FC Tokyo on loan just six months after signing for Celtic.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 7

Oliver Glasner admits Crystal Palace star could be allowed to leave in January

Crystal Palace head coach Oliver Glasner has openly acknowledged that club captain Marc Guéhi could yet leave Selhurst Park during the January transfer window, as uncertainty continues to surround the defender’s long-term future.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / January 7

Report – Inter Milan Explore Loan Swap Option For Fiorentina Wingback: Dutch Veteran & Albania Midfielder Potential Counterparts

Inter Milan are reportedly ready to step up efforts to sign Fiorentina wingback Dodo after missing out on Joao Cancelo’s signature. According to Tuttosport via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri could propose a loan swap to convince La Viola to let the Brazilian move to Milan.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 7

Matt Law: Two Chelsea managers didn’t want to continue their work with Chelsea project

It sounds like two former Chelsea managers got fed up of working within the Chelsea project and this is why they are no longer there. The big news from around the last week or so has all revolved around Enzo Maresca and Chelsea parting ways, with Maresca leaving the club on New Years Day.

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AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / January 7

Parma Vs Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Contemplating Double Change In Defense

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu is reportedly looking to make a double defensive change for tonight’s match against Parma. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, Yann Bisseck and Alessandro Bastoni could drop to the bench.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 7

Champions League finalist rejects Man United enquiry to become new manager

Manchester United’s wide-ranging search for a new manager has taken another turn, with reports suggesting that Manchester United made an enquiry about Simone Inzaghi following the sacking of Ruben Amorim, only to be met with rejection.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 7

Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football, admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot refutes accusations of 'boring' football but admits some games aren't 'a joy to watch'

Arne Slot has rejected the notion that his style of play at Liverpool is ‘boring’ but admitted that some of the Reds’ matches this season haven’t been ‘a joy to watch’.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 7

Report: Chelsea make decision on Mike Penders following Liam Rosenior’s appointment

Chelsea have no plans to recall Mike Penders from his loan at Strasbourg after the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach. The Blues confirmed Rosenior’s appointment on Tuesday, and the 41-year-old has signed a six and a half year contract at Stamford Bridge.