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Crystal Palace star has offer to join Juventus in January

Juventus have approached Crystal Palace for striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to Sky Sport Italia, as the Italian giants look to strengthen their attack during Dusan Vlahović’s injury absence.

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Report – Inter Milan Submit Official Offer For Dinamo Zagreb Prodigy

Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan have reportedly lodged a formal bid for highly rated Dinamo Zagreb teenager Leon Jakirovic. According to Croatian outlet Germanijak via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri have tabled an official offer in the region of €5 million, including add-ons.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / January 15

From France: PSG eye transfer move for Chelsea star unsettled by Maresca exit

Chelsea central midfielder Enzo Fernandez is reportedly becoming a transfer target for Paris Saint-Germain amid some hint that he’s unsettled at Stamford Bridge.

Torino News / SempreInter.com / January 15

Report – Genoa Step Up Pursuit Of Inter Milan Castaway As Torino Set To Terminate Loan

Serie A minnows Genoa have reportedly intensified efforts to sign out-of-favor Inter Milan midfielder Kristjan Asllani. According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Griffins are in talks with the Nerazzurri over the Albanian’s loan switch to Stadio Luigi Ferraris.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

'He’s got a problem' – Jermaine Pennant explains why Arne Slot may now be under ‘added pressure’

Jermaine Pennant has explained why he believes Arne Slot has come under ‘added pressure’ at Liverpool in recent days despite the Reds’ 11-match unbeaten run.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 15

Lazio Given Shred of Hope as Bournemouth Fail to Sign Coveted Youngster

Lazio remain in the running for Ferencvaros midfielder Alex Toth, who has reportedly rejected the opportunity to sign for Bournemouth. The Biancocelesti

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 15

‘We’ve hit rock bottom spectacularly’ – Real Madrid star after Albacete disaster

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal has declared that his side have hit rock bottom, following a Copa del Rey upset at the hands of Albacete on Wednesday night.

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / January 15

Report – PSV Eindhoven Winger Eager For Inter Milan Comeback Amid Intense Rumors

PSV Eindhoven winger Ivan Perisic is reportedly keen to reunite with Inter Milan during the January transfer window. According to Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are ‘seriously’ contemplating the winter reunion.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

The Liverpool duo backed to thrive against Burnley this weekend

Liverpool’s attacking direction has been quietly taking shape in recent weeks, even if results have not always reflected dominance. New analysis from BBC Sport Senior Journalist Thomas Woods has singled out two of our attackers as players to trust ahead of Burnley’s visit to Anfield.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 15

Tottenham predicted lineup to play West Ham as star defender walks into starting XI from suspension

Tottenham Hotspur will be desperate to end their four-game winless run in all competitions on Saturday afternoon when they host London rivals West Ham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League.

Real Sociedad News / Extratime Talk / January 15

A Look at the Recent Bayern Munich Women Transfers

The Bayern Munich women’s team are currently at their winter training camp in the south of Spain, preparing for the second half of the season. They are

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

Data expert outlines uncomfortable Liverpool trend emerging

Liverpool’s position in the Premier League table tells only part of the story when the underlying numbers are taken into account. New analysis from BBC Football Data Analyst Chris Collinson offers a wider view of how teams are performing beneath the surface, using expected goals to predict how the season is likely to unfold.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 15

Aston Villa now prefer £54m striker over Tammy Abraham

Aston Villa have taken a decisive step towards signing Fiorentina star Moise Kean, identifying the prolific Italian striker as their preferred replacement for AS Roma-bound Donyell Malen, according to Calciomercato.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 15

BBC numbers expose why VAR keeps letting Liverpool down

Liverpool have once again found ourselves caught up in the Premier League’s ongoing VAR conversation, with new figures quietly reinforcing a theme we know all too well.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 15

'What were you thinking' – Neville pinpoints the moment it went wrong for Amorim at Man United

Manchester United legend Gary Neville thinks the recent draw at home to Wolves might have been one of the critical moments in Ruben Amorim’s reign. Amorim was sacked by Man Utd over a week ago now, and the Red Devils have brought in former player Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season.

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RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / January 15

Tottenham contact £75m-rated Salah-esque winger in a ‘shock’ move

Tottenham Hotspur have had quite a lot of problems going forward this season. And this lack of output in front of goal has left Thomas Frank scratching his head as he looks to get his offensive sequences right going into the second half of the season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 15

Gyokeres believes Arsenal defended well against Chelsea despite conceding twice

Although Arsenal conceded two goals against Chelsea in the League Cup semifinal, Viktor Gyokeres maintained that the team’s defensive performance remained solid overall.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / January 15

Exit close: Tottenham star edging towards permanent transfer to Euro giants

Tottenham defender Radu Dragusin is now reportedly closing in on a potential permanent transfer to Bundesliga giants RB Leipzig. The Romania international has struggled to live up to expectations since joining Spurs, despite previously looking like a promising young talent during his time in Serie A.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 15

Manager aims thinly-veiled dig at United, says they’ve ‘improved’ on-loan Red with better coaching methods

Antonio Conte believes Napoli now have Rasmus Hojlund firing on all cylinders thanks to his coaching staff. Speaking ahead of Napoli’s clash with Parma last night, the seasoned manager said (via GOAL): “Rasmus is a player who has improved so much since he first arrived.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 15

Rio singles out INEOS signing he’s ‘honestly disappointed’ with – no wonder they’re considering a sale after 18 months

Rio Ferdinand has singled out Manuel Ugarte as one player he has yet to see the best of in a Manchester United shirt. The midfielder has been granted ample opportunities to showcase why United bought him, too, but is still failing to hit the level required.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 15

Defender could make January return to Arsenal but Gunners will struggle to accommodate him

Nottingham Forest are seriously considering terminating Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan spell from Arsenal midway through the season, according to BBC Sport.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 15

Chelsea are fighting a flu outbreak at the club which could be bad news for Saturday

Chelsea are reportedly now fighting against a flu outbreak at the club which could end up being bad news for Saturday. The Blues face Brentford at home and are already pretty injury depleted with Malo Gusto, Cole Palmer, and Reece James all having to sit out the home game against Arsenal last night.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 14

Morocco survives semifinal shootout to clinch home AFCON final

Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties to seal its spot in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.

Self-assured Senegal eliminates Egypt, Mohamed Salah from Africa Cup of Nations

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 14

Arsenal edge Chelsea in thrilling Carabao Cup semi-final first leg victory

Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-2 in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final to put one foot in the competition’s final. The Gunners were determined to underline their desire to win the trophy and showed their intent from the opening moments of the match.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / January 14

Self-assured Senegal eliminates Egypt, Salah from Africa Cup of Nations

Self-assured Senegal eliminates Egypt, Mohamed Salah from Africa Cup of Nations

Egypt is one of Africa's strongest teams, and Salah is one of Africa's strongest players, but incredibly, the two haven't managed to show much strength together.

Morocco survives semifinal shootout to clinch home AFCON final

Salah ‘expected’ to stay at Liverpool

Report: Liverpool’s plan for Salah after Arne Slot row

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Report: Tottenham 'interested' in AFCON forward to fix goal drought