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How Jurgen Klopp really feels about taking the Real Madrid job after Xabi Alonso’s sacking

Real Madrid have parted ways with Xabi Alonso just seven months into his tenure, a ruthless decision that has sent shockwaves through European football.

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Fullkrug suffers new injury 106 minutes into Milan career

New Milan signing Niclas Fullkrug is set for another spell on the sidelines, as the German international has reportedly broken his toe after just 106 minutes

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 13

‘Provides something different’ – Aldridge loved what he saw from one Liverpool player v Barnsley

John Aldridge has praised one Liverpool player who, in his view, ‘provides something different’ for Arne Slot’s side. Jeremie Frimpong was among the Reds’

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 13

Rio Ferdinand demands Liam Rosenior changes this one thing about struggling Chelsea attack

Liam Rosenior has already taken charge of his first match as Chelsea manager, but as a rotation heavy cup game, it hardly counts. We’re really curious to see how he works with his biggest star, and Rio Ferdinand feels the same way.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 13

Journalist reveals what Gatti thinks about his Juventus future

Juventus defender Federico Gatti has addressed speculation linking him with a potential swap for Ruben Loftus-Cheek, as AC Milan’s interest in the player grows.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 13

'Very, very promising' wide player to undergo Spurs medical in 48 hours

Tottenham Hotspur are closing in on the signings of Souza and Conor Gallagher. They have already agreed on a £13 million deal with Santos for the Brazilian fullback, and they have secured an agreement with Atletico Madrid for Gallagher as well.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 13

Roma race to beat Atletico Madrid to Malen as Raspadori sets off dominos

Roma face a race against time to wrap up a deal for Donyell Malen with Aston Villa, as Atletico Madrid are now interested in picking up the Dutchman as

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 13

Super Eagles AFCON Momentum: Nigeria Rising at AFCON 2025

There is a calm certainty in the way Nigeria are moving through AFCON 2025. Not born of reputation or history, but the confidence of a team that understands itself.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 13

Darren Bent says Arsenal man has looked very vulnerable this season

Myles Lewis-Skelly was one of Arsenal’s standout performers last season, impressing in high-profile games against the likes of Real Madrid, PSG and Manchester City.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 13

Chelsea’s £300m La Liga transfer bomb may have element of truth given Romano quotes

There’s a very speculative story published by CaughtOffside today that Chelsea are interested in a £300m La Liga double swoop for Fermin Lopez and Julian Alvarez.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 13

Done Deal – Lazio Secure Their First Summer Signing on Free Transfer

Lazio have already booked Villarreal stalwart Alfonso Pedraza for next season, as he agreed to join the club as a free agent in the summer. The Aquile have been strongly linked with the Spaniard over the past couple of weeks, identifying him as the ideal profile to enhance their full-back department.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 13

Xabi Alonso reacts to Real Madrid exit – ‘It didn’t go as we would have liked’

Xabi Alonso has made his first public statement since leaving Real Madrid, by mutual consent according to the club’s official statement on the matter. Alonso’s exit was made public on Monday afternoon, and shortly after, he was replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 13

How to buy tickets for Man United vs. Man City

Manchester United and Manchester City fans will surely be desperately looking for tickets to next week’s Manchester Derby at Old Trafford. BUY MAN UNITED VS.

Juventus FC News / Football Italia / January 13

Chiesa’s reaction to Liverpool substitution fuels Juventus speculation

Federico Chiesa seemed surprised when Arne Slot replaced him at minute 60 in an FA Cup game against Barnsley on Monday, prompting Italian media to suggest that the Italian would gladly return to Juventus.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 13

Italian Journalist Praises Referee Daniele Doveri For 'Best Game In Serie A Of Last 5 Years' After Inter Milan 2-2 Napoli Draw

Experienced referee Daniele Doveri lived up to the billing in Sunday’s mouth-watering Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Napoli. According to Riccardo Trevisani via FCInterNews, the 48-year-old delivered the best refereeing performance in Serie A in the last five years.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 13

Tottenham show interest in signing Man City attacker, but it isn’t Marmoush or Savinho

Tottenham Hotspur have struggled on the front foot this season. And this struggle to get the ball in the back of the net has led to Thomas Frank scratching his head as the pressure on the Dane continues to rise.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 13

Drop Neto, Garnacho, Gittens and Joao Pedro: Rosenior could use revolutionary idea from his assistant

While we’ve already had Liam Rosenior’s first Chelsea team, it was for an FA Cup third round game and was heavily rotated. His first “first team” selection is little over 24 hours away, and we can’t wait to see what it tells us about his plans for the team.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 13

What Mikel Arteta thinks about sending Ethan Nwaneri out on loan

Ethan Nwaneri has been linked with a loan move away from Arsenal this month as the youngster struggles for regular game time. Nwaneri made a breakthrough at the club last season, playing a key role in Arsenal’s successes and scoring several important goals when stepping in for injured first-team players.

Soccer News / Sheff United Way / January 13

Chris Wilder Expects Transfer Activity to 'Accelerate' as Sheffield United Man Linked With Shock Move Abroad

We’re now a couple of weeks into the January transfer window and Sheffield United have already made a couple of early moves as they look to strengthen their push towards the play-offs.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 13

Why Chelsea wanted Man City winger, and why Garnacho and Gittens aren’t doing it for them

The Athletic’s deal sheet for this month is pretty disappointing for Chelsea fans, let’s be honest. The Blues are not likely to sign anyone, and even sales are looking hard to come by right now.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / January 13

Tottenham injury update: Potential return dates for Bentancur, Richarlison, Bergvall, Maddison and others

Tottenham Hotspur’s injury crisis continues to shape their season, with multiple first-team regulars sidelined at a time when results and confidence are already fragile.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 13

Arteta to change Arsenal star’s position to accommodate transfer seen as too good to turn down

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta could reportedly change Myles Lewis-Skelly’s position from full-back to midfield in the future. This comes amid the Gunners’ surprise interest in signing Crystal Palace central defender Marc Guehi.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 13

Deal blocked: Arsenal won’t sell star this January amid transfer interest from PL club

Arsenal are reportedly not prepared to sell defender Ben White in this January’s transfer window despite reported interest from Everton. The Gunners are seemingly keen to keep hold of White, according to football.london, with Everton’s interest also not yet confirmed anyway.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 13