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Will Arsenal be able to sign Tonali in the summer?

Arsenal was linked with a surprise late move for Sandro Tonali during the most recent transfer window, a development that raised questions given the strength of their current midfield options.

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Why Chelsea won’t be making the manager change that Eden Hazard wished for

Eden Hazard’s comments about Cesc Fabregas becoming Chelsea manager have made a few headlines. The pair were teammates at Stamford Bridge, and Hazard joked that he had told Cesc to come back to Chelsea to coach.

Sampdoria News / Football Italia / February 5

Inter fan who threw firework that struck Audero sends apology for his actions

The Inter supporter who threw the firework that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero has apologised ‘to the player, the two clubs and all the fans.’ The incident during last week’s Serie A match at the Stadio Zini saw a firework thrown from the away end, hitting Audero on the leg and exploding right next to him.

Crystal Palace News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / February 5

Wolves vs Chelsea: Premier League preview, team news, kick-off time

Chelsea are primed to claim a fourth consecutive Premier League win when they face Wolves on Saturday afternoon at Molineux. Liam Rosenior's side have kept their Champions League qualification on track after wins over Brentford, Crystal Palace and West Ham.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5

Chelsea and Strasbourg’s 12 transfers since the summer has FIFA watching

The BBC have just published an article on Chelsea and Strasbourg’s relationship after the two sister clubs finished another transfer window full of business back and forth.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Roma bring in new buys Malen and Vaz for Europa League list, remove Dovbyk

Roma have confirmed their Europa League squad list for the knockout rounds, bringing in Donyell Malen, Bryan Zaragoza and Robinio Vaz, but cutting Artem Dovbyk and Angelino.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 5

Paul Merson accuses Arsenal’s players of not trusting one of their teammates

Paul Merson has expressed concerns that Arsenal players do not trust Viktor Gyokeres enough to involve him regularly during matches. The striker impressed while playing for Sporting Club, prompting the Gunners to invest significantly in his signing.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Chiellini: ‘Juventus had looked for a striker, not expecting this Spalletti impact’

Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini wasn’t expecting Luciano Spalletti to have such an immediate impact, but explains the lack of a new striker ahead of the Coppa Italia quarter-final with Atalanta.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Percassi: ‘Atalanta reinforced with January transfer moves’

Atalanta director Luca Percassi feels the team has been ‘reinforced’ in the January transfer window and is ready to face Juventus in the Coppa Italia quarter-final tonight.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Hiljemark: ‘Great enthusiasm’ at being new Pisa coach at age 33

New Pisa coach Oscar Hiljemark points to Elfsborg’s performances against Roma and Tottenham as proof of why he was chosen at age 33. ‘I felt great enthusiasm.’ Alberto Gilardino was sacked last week after managing only one victory, 11 draws and 11 defeats in Serie A so far this season, leaving them rock bottom of the table.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5

Arsenal eye shock move for £26m wide man & it could trigger a Chelsea transfer twist

Arsenal are interested in signing the Borussia Dortmund left-back, Daniel Svensson. According to BILD, Arsenal will compete with Leeds United for the 23-year-old, and it remains to be seen whether they can complete the deal.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5

Liam Rosenior gets award nomination for first month in charge with perfect winning record

Liam Rosenior has been nominated for the Premier League’s Manager of the Month award for January, his first month at Chelsea. The new coach has only managed 3 league games since being appointed in January, but his impressive start has put him on the shortlist at the first time of asking.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5

Merino reveals why he was neutral about telling Zubimendi to join Arsenal

Mikel Merino reportedly spoke positively about Arsenal to Martin Zubimendi before the midfielder joined the club at the Emirates. The pair were teammates at Real Sociedad and could not have anticipated that they would later play together again in London.

Manchester City News / Extratime Talk / February 5

Manchester City EFL Cup Final: Ninth Domestic Final Under Pep Guardiola After Newcastle Win

The Manchester City EFL Cup final is set to be an exciting clash as Pep Guardiola’s team prepares to face Arsenal. Since Guardiola became manager in the 2016/17 season, City have reached more domestic finals than any other Premier League team, totalling nine appearances.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 5

Boost for Spurs: Thomas Frank confirms ‘absolutely brilliant’ star has returned just in time to face United

Thomas Frank has issued an update on his squad options ahead of Tottenham Hotspur’s trip to Old Trafford on Saturday. Manchester United and Spurs occupy this weekend’s early kick-off slot, with the Red Devils looking to make it four wins on the bounce under Michael Carrick.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5

Chelsea’s summer signing 'not sharp enough' to play at 'top level of the Premier League' says pundit

There are a few big questions at Chelsea right now about the build of the squad. Joao Pedro has found some form up top (at last), but Liam Delap is still struggling as his backup.