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Forget the midfield – Man Utd must urgently address two positions due to four struggling Reds

Manchester United are primarily focused on bolstering their midfield department in 2026, but two other playing roles arguably require additional attention.

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'Agents remain in direct contact' – Romano gives hope of Liverpool completing deal soon

Liverpool suffered a shock defeat against Nottingham Forest at Anfield in the Premier League. The defending champions continue their disastrous form this season with the Merseyside club now dropping in the bottom half of the Premier League table.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 25

Celtic linked with Palestine international striker Wessam Abou Ali

Incoming Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy is very familiar with the Danish-born striker and he brought him to his Columbus Crew side earlier this year. Abou Ali made the switch to the MLS side from Egyptian giants Al Ahly in July for £5.7 million.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / November 25

'He’d be available' – Liverpool ‘closely monitoring’ £88m LaLiga gem who Chelsea also want

Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a potential move for a LaLiga midfielder who’s also of strong interest to Chelsea. With the January transfer window now

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / November 25

Scott Brown confirms Kyle Ure Celtic return due to injury

The 19-year-old midfielder had to leave the field with a hamstring injury during Scotland U21’s qualifying clash against Bulgaria last week. Speaking via Voice of Reason on X, Broony confirmed that Ure will return to the Hoops and complete his recovery at his parent club.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 25

Sources: Chelsea preparing to rival Liverpool for €90m transfer

Chelsea are understood to be stepping up their interest in Atletico Madrid central midfielder Pablo Barrios, who is also a target for Liverpool. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, sources have informed me of Chelsea’s strong interest in Barrios, who is on their list as they prepare to make a big investment in midfield.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 25

'The priority for Man United..' – Fabrizio Romano issues latest transfer update

After an eventful summer transfer window this year, Manchester United are now preparing for their next step in the transfer market. The Red Devils bought players like Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Senne Lammens in the summer transfer window to address the issues facing the squad.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 25

Liverpool draw up 5-man shortlist as they seek to address ‘number one priority’ in January window

Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes has reportedly compiled a five-player shortlist for the club’s ‘number one priority’ position in the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 25

59 vs. 39 – The key stat from Burnley which Chelsea need to carry into Barcelona game

You can’t win pretty every time – sometimes you’ve got to dig in and win ugly. That’s exactly what Chelsea did against Burnley on Saturday, in tricky circumstances away from home in an early kick off after an international break.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 25

Atletico Madrid rival Tottenham for €80m transfer that impacts Man United

Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in a potential transfer deal for Marseille forward Mason Greenwood, who could cost €80m. The 24-year-old has been in fine form in Ligue 1, and it looks like it could earn him another big move in the near future after his difficult end at Manchester United.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 25

Chelsea 'one of the best clubs' claims key figure from tonight’s game

We’ve already covered Enzo Maresca’s pre-match press conference in some detail – how about taking a look at what the Italian’s opposite number, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, has said in the build up to tonight’s game in the Champions League?

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / November 25

‘On that slope’ – Graeme Souness voices concerns over two Liverpool players who are in ‘decline’

Graeme Souness has namechecked two Liverpool players who he believes are now in ‘decline’ at Anfield. In April of this year, Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk both signed two-year contract extensions for the Reds, with the long-serving duo having been due to depart as free agents in the summer for most of last season.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / November 25

Paratici and Lange ready to act as Tottenham plan for 'huge talent' made clear

Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic is currently on loan at Hamburg. The talented young defender has done quite well for the German club, and his performances have attracted multiple clubs.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 25

'That is my biggest fear' – Ruben Amorim opens up after Man United lost against Everton

Manchester United lost against Everton in the Premier League on Monday night. The Red Devils played most of the match with one more player since Idrissa Gueye was sent off in the first half for Everton, surprisingly, for fighting with teammate Michael Keane.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / November 25

Man United & Chelsea have increasingly concrete interest in 7 G/A wonderkid transfer

Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly both keen on a potential transfer deal for RB Leipzig wonderkid Assan Ouedraogo. The talented 19-year-old midfielder looks like one of the most exciting prospects in Europe right now, having shone for the Leipzig first-team and having recently made his debut for the senior German national side.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 25

'Growing… improving' – Enzo Maresca on what teenager needs to do

Enzo Maresca is taking his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game in Barcelona and there’s a lot to cover after an important win at the weekend and with two big games this week.

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Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 25

Expansion SDFC blank Minnesota United, reach West final

Anders Dreyer scored his fourth goal of the MLS Cup playoffs midway through the second half, lifting San Diego FC to a 1-0 victory over visiting Minnesota United in a Western Conference semifinal match on Monday.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 25

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Soccer News / Stretty News / November 24

‘On his knees’: How deflated Man Utd star reacted as soon as the whistle blew on ‘worst performance’ says it all

Manchester United ended their unbeaten streak at five games after slumping to a 1-0 defeat to Everton tonight. Indeed, the Red Devils squandered a golden opportunity to throw themselves into the top-four race, as a win would’ve had them level on points with fourth-placed Aston Villa and just two points away from Chelsea in second.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / November 24

Reports: Celtic FC contact Crew about hiring Wilfried Nancy as manager

Celtic FC are on the verge of hiring Wilfried Nancy as manager after contacting the Columbus Crew to obtain the MLS club's permission, multiple media outlets reported Monday.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 24

Arsenal pull away as Guardiola admits they may be impossible to catch

Pep Guardiola’s warning may well be coming to pass after the events of this weekend. The Manchester City boss said via Metro, “The truth is, a team as

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 24

BBC: ‘Desperate’ Man Utd man isn’t doing enough to show he’s ‘worthy’ of starting again

Joshua Zirkzee has been granted his first Premier League start of the season against Everton this evening. Heading into the final half-hour of action at Old Trafford, the forward has yet to provide anything of substance throughout the clash – albeit the same can be said of the whole Manchester United side thus far.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 24

Will Thomas Frank reshuffle his midfield? Predicting Tottenham lineup vs PSG – Opinion

Thomas Frank & his men will be heading to Paris this midweek. And going into the game, the Dane head coach knows that he cannot afford a repeat of the performance that Tottenham Hotspur put in at the Emirates Stadium last weekend.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 24

Hincapie Shines on Full Debut as Arsenal Crush Spurs in NLD

For anyone still wondering whether North London is red or white, Arsenal have just confirmed it is emphatically red! In form Leandro Trossard broke the deadlock before Eberechi Eze stole the show with a hat trick, sealing a 4 to 1 win over Tottenham Hotspur.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 24

USMNT player watch: Pulisic on target as big stars thrive

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The U.S. Men's National Team closed off its 2025 fixtures with a stellar run of form, going undefeated in five straight matches against World Cup-caliber teams from around the globe.

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