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Report: Chelsea ace ruled out until March as Blues suffer injury blow

Report: Chelsea ace ruled out until March as Blues suffer injury blow

Dario Essugo is expected to be out until March after the midfielder suffered a setback in training according to The Athletic. The 20-year-old joined Chelsea from Sporting Lisbon in the summer for £18.2m, and made his debut at the Club World Cup, but has yet to feature this season.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5
Guardiola gives Liverpool an injury hint before Sunday

Guardiola gives Liverpool an injury hint before Sunday

Liverpool head to Manchester City on Sunday with a clearer picture emerging of who Pep Guardiola might be without, and the biggest question mark sits over Bernardo Silva.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5
Man United plan midfield overhaul as 23-year-old emerges as priority target

Man United plan midfield overhaul as 23-year-old emerges as priority target

Manchester United are laying the groundwork for a major midfield rebuild this summer, with Elliot Anderson emerging as a leading target in their recruitment plans.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 5

The Athletic detail Chelsea’s plans for the summer transfer window

Chelsea are looking for a centre back, midfielder and attacker this summer according to the latest report from The Athletic. The Blues had a quiet January in which they recalled Mamadou Sarr and made no signings, despite trying to bring a new centre back in.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5
'Doesn’t fancy that' – Journalist cites one factor which could complicate Szoboszlai contract talks

'Doesn’t fancy that' – Journalist cites one factor which could complicate Szoboszlai contract talks

Reliable journalist David Lynch has reassured Liverpool fans that there’s nothing major to worry about in relation to contract negotiations for Dominik Szoboszlai, although he cited one factor which could potentially complicate matters.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / February 5

Another trip to Wembley awaits Manchester City in what could be a huge step in this team’s development

Manchester City swept aside Newcastle United in the first half of their Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg tie last night. A brace from Omar Marmoush and a goal from Tijjani Reijnders saw City enter halftime with a 3-nil lead and a 5-nil aggregate lead.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 5
‘In very advanced talks’: Romano drops bombshell over ‘untouchable’ Man United star and Euro giants on Wednesday

‘In very advanced talks’: Romano drops bombshell over ‘untouchable’ Man United star and Euro giants on Wednesday

Fabrizio Romano has revealed that right up until Ruben Amorim’s departure at Old Trafford, Kobbie Mainoo was set on a move to Napoli. By the time INEOS decided to pull the plug on Amorim’s Manchester United tenure, Mainoo had not made a single start in the opening 20 Premier League matches.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5

Report: Chelsea keen on signing Bayern Munich attacker compared to Arjen Robben

Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing Bayern Munich attacker Lennart Karl, who has been compared to former Blue Arjen Robben. Robben was one of the best wingers to ever play the game and certainly one of the best to ever play for Chelsea.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5
'This isn’t working' – TalkSPORT pundit claims Chelsea star looks 'lost,' should’ve joined different club

'This isn’t working' – TalkSPORT pundit claims Chelsea star looks 'lost,' should’ve joined different club

Gabby Agbonlahor has claimed Liam Delap looks “lost” under Liam Rosenior, and his move to Chelsea is “not working.” Delap made the £30m switch to Chelsea from relegated Ipswich last summer, but has managed just two goals in 21 appearances this season.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5
Cristiano Ronaldo to go on strike again and could ask for transfer out of Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo to go on strike again and could ask for transfer out of Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly ready to boycott another Al Nassr game as he could push for a transfer away from the club in June. According to ESPN, Ronaldo remains firm in his stance that PFI should change their transfer policy, and he’s willing to continue his strike to push for change.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5
Atletico Madrid renew interest in Tottenham star after his public frustration

Atletico Madrid renew interest in Tottenham star after his public frustration

Atlético Madrid are reportedly preparing to reignite their pursuit of Cristian Romero, with the Tottenham Hotspur captain’s recent public outburst adding fresh intrigue to his long-term future in north London.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 5
Man United laying groundwork for ‘composed and consistent’ Premier League star amid Chelsea interest

Man United laying groundwork for ‘composed and consistent’ Premier League star amid Chelsea interest

Manchester United are hoping they can come out on top in the race for Murillo’s signature this summer. Although Nottingham Forest will be doing their absolute

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 5
£35m star tops the list of priorities for Thomas Frank, Spurs ready to pull the trigger

£35m star tops the list of priorities for Thomas Frank, Spurs ready to pull the trigger

Tottenham have identified Aitor Paredes as a target for the summer transfer window, and they are prepared to sign the Athletic Club Bilbao defender. The 25-year-old has established himself as a key player for the Spanish club, and he has proven his quality in La Liga.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / February 5
Man United midfielder could make high profile MLS move after summer exit

Man United midfielder could make high profile MLS move after summer exit

Casemiro’s time at Manchester United could be approaching a natural conclusion, with Major League Soccer emerging as a serious option for the Brazilian midfielder’s next chapter.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5
'You can see it' – Liam Rosenior names Chelsea player who’s getting 'stronger and stronger' every game

'You can see it' – Liam Rosenior names Chelsea player who’s getting 'stronger and stronger' every game

Liam Rosenior believes Wesley Fofana is getting “stronger and stronger” and there are a lot positive signs after so many injury issues. Fofana joined Chelsea for £70m in the summer of 2022, but has only made 56 appearances for the Blues due to injury.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5
'We will try' – Pep Guardiola will seek rule change for Man City vs Arsenal Carabao Cup final

'We will try' – Pep Guardiola will seek rule change for Man City vs Arsenal Carabao Cup final

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made it clear that the club will try to ask to get Marc Guehi available for the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / February 5
‘What I can tell you’: Romano announces that Man Utd have decided to sell senior Red this summer despite 2028 contract

‘What I can tell you’: Romano announces that Man Utd have decided to sell senior Red this summer despite 2028 contract

Andre Onana will be leaving Manchester United for good when he returns from his loan spell with Trabzonspor at the end of the season. Indeed, the Red Devils have come to the conclusion that there is simply no benefit in keeping hold of the Cameroonian beyond this summer.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 4
Michael Owen explains why he thinks Arsenal will win the title

Michael Owen explains why he thinks Arsenal will win the title

Michael Owen now expects Arsenal to end the season as Premier League champions, with the Gunners remaining at the top of the league table. Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has assembled a squad containing some of the best players in England, and the team has been working tirelessly in pursuit of major honours.

Rayo Vallecano News / Extratime Talk / February 4
Jude Bellingham’s Injury: Who Can Real Madrid Turn To Whilst Their English Star Is Sidelined?

Jude Bellingham’s Injury: Who Can Real Madrid Turn To Whilst Their English Star Is Sidelined?

The excitement of football gave way to deep concern at the very start of the match between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano as Jude Bellingham’s injury problems haunted him again.

Liverpool FC News / Extratime Talk / February 4
Giorgi Mamardashvili’s Future: The Case Of The Promising Georgian Goalkeeper Currently Stuck In Limbo

Giorgi Mamardashvili’s Future: The Case Of The Promising Georgian Goalkeeper Currently Stuck In Limbo

Giorgi Mamardashvili’s future has become a major talking point in European football, as the young Georgian goalkeeper continues to attract attention at club and international level.

Monaco News / To The Lane And Back / February 4
Tottenham might hatch less than £50m plan to sign AS Monaco winger in the summer of 2026

Tottenham might hatch less than £50m plan to sign AS Monaco winger in the summer of 2026

Tottenham decided to cool their interest in AS Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche in the final stages of the January transfer window. Tottenham Hotspur had a quiet end to the winter transfer window, breaking the hearts of millions of fans who expected a new arrival on deadline day.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / February 4
Barcelona eye move for under-fire Tottenham star who was wanted by Messi at the club back in 2021

Barcelona eye move for under-fire Tottenham star who was wanted by Messi at the club back in 2021

Under-fire Tottenham Hotspur skipper Cristian Romero found himself at the centre of controversy after transfer deadline day. Spurs fans have also vented their frustrations at the club’s ownership after what was another underwhelming transfer window, failing to back beleaguered boss Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 4
'I don’t think so.' Zubimendi breaks his silence on the Real Madrid rumours

'I don’t think so.' Zubimendi breaks his silence on the Real Madrid rumours

Martin Zubimendi has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, with the Spanish side reportedly keen to sign him in the summer. They competed with Arsenal for his signature, but the Gunners won the race, and he now plays for them.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 4
Tottenham will relaunch their interest in Bundesliga talent, highly rated by Klopp, in the summer transfer window

Tottenham will relaunch their interest in Bundesliga talent, highly rated by Klopp, in the summer transfer window

Tottenham had a very underwhelming winter transfer window, despite being linked to several players. Conor Gallagher was the only marquee addition, with left-back Souza viewed as a more project-based commodity.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 4
Transfer insiders claim Chelsea pushed for Aston Villa midfielder because first teamer is out 'until March'

Transfer insiders claim Chelsea pushed for Aston Villa midfielder because first teamer is out 'until March'

The Athletic’s Deal Sheet today looks back at Chelsea’s January window. They claim that the Blues considered signing Douglas Luiz (who ended up at Aston Villa) because they knew that Dario Essugo would be out until March.

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