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Aston Villa offer 24-year-old in stunning player-plus-cash deal to sign Tammy Abraham – report

Aston Villa have intensified their pursuit of Besiktas striker Tammy Abraham, reportedly presenting a creative player-plus-cash proposal to secure the forward’s return to Villa Park.

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Leeds United ready to rescue €25m midfield gem from Serie A nightmare

Leeds United are interested in signing the Croatian midfielder Martin Baturina. He has not been able to express himself properly at Como, and he is already looking to leave the club.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 14

Roma Quickly Bounce Back with a Double Swoop Up Front

Roma have missed out on Giacomo Raspadori but have found their men to shore up the frontline, as they’ll acquire Robinio Vaz from Olympique Marseille and Donyell Malen from Aston Villa, Il Messaggero reports.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

'I just need to keep working hard' – Liverpool defender explains his path

Liverpool’s long-term planning at right-back continues to take shape quietly behind the scenes as opportunities emerge and patience is tested. Calvin Ramsay has spoken openly about where he currently stands within Arne Slot’s squad, as reported in the official matchday programme via liverpoolfc.com.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

Liverpool youngster says he’s had ‘conversations’ amid speculation over potential loan recall

One Liverpool player who’s currently out on loan has had ‘conversations’ with his parent club amid speculation over a potential recall to Anfield. Lewis

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 14

UEFA Reveal – Inter Milan Pocket Over €100M From 2024/25 Champions League Campaign

Inter Milan suffered a disappointing defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2024/25 Champions League final in Munich. Despite the setback, the Nerazzurri still pocketed a substantial financial windfall, as revealed by UEFA via FCInterNews.

Lens News / Caught Offside / January 14

Tottenham stand firm on asking price as first-team star demands January exit

Radu Dragusin wants to secure a move away from Tottenham Hotspur this month. AS Roma are interested in securing his signature, and the defender is reportedly putting intense pressure on the North London club to let him leave.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Simon Jordan gives his honest verdict on Thomas Frank’s future at Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur’s late defeat to Bournemouth last week saw them fall further away from the race for Europe into 14th place in the Premier League. The FA Cup third-round exit on Saturday was another punch to their gut, ending Thomas Frank and his team’s realistic hopes of winning a trophy this season.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 14

Bournemouth becomes the latest club challenging Juventus for Midfielder

Davide Frattesi has emerged as one of the most sought-after midfielders on the market, and Juventus is determined to win the race for his signature after identifying him as a priority target.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Coppa Italia quarter-final dates and times set

The dates and kick-off times of the Coppa Italia quarter-finals have been confirmed, Atalanta-Juventus, Inter-Torino, Bologna-Lazio and Napoli against either Fiorentina or Como.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / January 14

Report – Galatasaray Drop Interest In Inter Milan & Italy Midfielder

Turkish giants Galatasaray have reportedly pulled the plug on their pursuit of Inter Milan fringe midfielder Davide Frattesi. According to Turkish outlet Akit via FCInterNews, the reigning Super Lig holders are no longer interested in the 26-year-old.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

Not Guehi: Ex-Liverpool striker urges Reds to consider audacious move for Premier League defender

Ex-Liverpool striker Stan Collymore has urged the Merseysiders to consider an audacious swap deal involving another of his former clubs. Ibrahima Konate

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 14

'Hopelessly trapped' – commentator delivers bleak verdict on Liverpool midfielder

Liverpool’s squad management continues to throw up uncomfortable side stories, even as our focus remains firmly on chasing trophies under Arne Slot. One of those situations has now been described in stark terms by a respected broadcast voice.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 14

Christian Norgaard insists he feels integrated despite lack of game time

Christian Norgaard has been struggling for game time since joining Arsenal from Brentford in the summer. The Gunners had been impressed with him over the years and signed him after failing to reach an agreement with Thomas Partey over a new deal.

RB Leipzig News / Football Italia / January 14

Roma send offer for Tottenham defender Dragusin, but RB Leipzig loom

Reports in Italy claim that RB Leipzig have joined Roma in the race to sign Radu Dragusin, with the Bundesliga side open to signing the ex-Genoa star on a permanent deal.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Report Cancellieri close to 18m Brentford move

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Lazio winger Matteo Cancellieri is close to joining Brentford for €18m. La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Lazio winger Cancellieri is on the verge of joining Premier League side Brentford for €18m.

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Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

CNN x Football España: Xabi Alonso reaction and what to expect from Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid?

Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso on Monday, and Football España joined CNN World Sport to discuss the fallout from the Spanish capital. Alonso was the most coveted manager in Europe when he arrived at the Bernabeu, so why have Real Madrid taken this decision, and where did it all go wrong for him?

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 14

Roma transfer hope alive as Zirkzee removes Man United references from social media bio

Multiple sources in Italy claim that Roma remain interested in Joshua Zirkzee, who has removed Manchester United references from his Instagram bio. Roma still hope to sign Manchester United striker Zirkzee in the January transfer window.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Fabio Paratici already lining up first signing at Fiorentina after Tottenham exit

It appears that Tottenham Hotspur chief Fabio Paratici will be bidding adieu to the North Londoners at the conclusion of the ongoing winter window. The former Juventus man is set to join Fiorentina when his time with the Spurs badge on his blazer comes to a close.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 14

Ex-Red could see 'really good footballer' leaving Arsenal for transfer to Liverpool

Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy says he could see Ben White being keen on joining the Reds if Arsenal were to allow him to join a rival club. White hasn’t been starting games regularly for Mikel Arteta’s side this season, with Jurrien Timber now the clear first choice at right-back.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 14

Arteta gives more detail about Hincapie’s condition and progress

Piero Hincapie picked up an injury during Arsenal’s match against Liverpool and subsequently missed the FA Cup tie against Portsmouth. His absence, combined with Riccardo Calafiori also being sidelined, has left Arsenal short of options in a key area of the pitch.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 14

Galatasaray Lay Eyes on Milan, Inter and Juventus Stars

Galatasaray have embarked on a mission to Italy to probe some Serie A stars and have Ademola Lookman, Youssouf Fofana, Davide Frattesi, and Teun Koopmeiners in their crosshairs, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Bayer Leverkusen News / To The Lane And Back / January 14

Tottenham begin formal managerial talks with Xabi Alonso as pressure grows on Thomas Frank

Tottenham Hotspur are enduring quite a difficult season under Thomas Frank. The Dane’s first campaign in charge at N17 hasn’t gone quite as planned, as the Lilywhites falter down in fourteenth (14) in the Premier League, whilst having crashed out of both the domestic competitions already.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 14

Duo on alert as Newcastle United ready to let want-away midfielder leave

Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock reportedly wants to leave the club this January and they could be prepared to sanction his departure. This comes as Willock supposedly attracts transfer interest from two Premier League clubs in the form of Leeds United and Crystal Palace, according to Football Insider.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 14