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Liverpool supporters have long shown that trophies and loyalty to the club matter more than any individual star, and Jamie Carragher says the latest Mo Salah saga has only underlined that truth.

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Inter Milan Legend Reveals ‘Two Major Problems’ After Defeat To Liverpool

Inter legend Beppe Bergomi believes the Champions League defeat to Liverpool exposed two structural problems in Cristian Chivu’s side. Speaking on Sky Sport, via FCInter1908, Bergomi highlighted the lack of rotation between Serie A and European fixtures.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Inter Milan Set To Compete With Real Madrid For Croatia Starlet

Inter Milan are set to compete with Real Madrid for highly rated Hajduk Split defender Branimir Mlacic, according to reports from Spain. The young centre-back has developed at remarkable speed and recently earned a call-up to Croatia’s Under-21 side, prompting major European clubs to take notice.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 12

Trevoh Chalobah names a crucial factor in Chelsea’s game against Everton tomorrow – and it’s not Cole Palmer

Chelsea are on a nasty run of games without a win and without a good performance in a couple of weeks. They need to turn things around tomorrow, but it’s not going to be easy against a really tough Everton team who are set to come to Stamford Bridge and make things difficult.

Werder Bremen News / Football Italia / December 12

Milan loom as unhappy Fullkrug wants to leave West Ham – report

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, West Ham striker Niclas Fullkrug is one of the names Milan will consider in the January transfer window, as the German wants to leave his club.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 12

'We’re struggling a bit in this situation, but it was a difficult night,' Wilfried Nancy

Celtic Manager Wilfried Nancy has admitted Roma’s comfortable 3-0 Europa League victory at Celtic Park was a ‘difficult’ night for himself and the players… Celtic’s troubled campaign hit another setback on Thursday night as they were soundly beaten 3–0 by Roma in their Europa League clash.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Inter Milan Face Midfield Revolution As Club Plot Alternatives For Talismanic Turkish Star

Inter Milan could undergo a major midfield overhaul next summer, with Tuttosport reporting that Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Davide Frattesi may all depart at the end of the season.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 12

Sources: 'Expect bids' – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

Manchester United seem increasingly open to cashing in on Bruno Fernandes, who remains a target for Saudi Pro League clubs. As first reported here in the Daily Briefing, sources “expect bids” for Fernandes as both Al Hilal and Al Ittihad show a strong interest in him.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / December 12

Possible Ferguson turning point, but Gasperini still needs Roma transfers

Evan Ferguson’s brace against Celtic might be a turning point for the Republic of Ireland international, but Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini will still need reinforcements in January.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Media Warn Of Inter Milan Hubris & Urge Focus: ‘We Risk Burning Our League Wings If We Get Too Close To UCL Sun’

The Italian press have issued a stark warning to Inter Milan, arguing that the club must better balance the demands of Serie A and the Champions League to avoid repeating the missteps of last season.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 12

Celtic 0-3 Roma – 'It breaks my heart to see it,' Joe Hart

An emotional Joe Hart confessed he is devastated by Celtic’s current situation, saying Celtic Park felt stripped of its usual spark during the Europa League loss to Roma… New manager Wilfried Nancy entered the record books for the wrong reasons, becoming the first Hoops boss to suffer defeats in his opening two matches.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 12

Young Inter Milan Forward To Be Given Opportunity To Start In Serie A Clash Against Genoa

Inter Milan return to action on Sunday away to Genoa, looking to bounce back from the cruel late defeat to Liverpool & Cristian Chivu still has several selection puzzles to solve, with reports suggesting that Ange-Yoan Bonny is in contention to start ahead of Marcus Thuram in attack.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 12

How Marli Salmon affected Arsenal’s decision on Ayden Heaven

Marli Salmon became the latest teenager to feature for Arsenal in the Champions League when he made his debut against Club Brugge. At just sixteen, he joins a growing list of academy graduates to have played for the Gunners at the highest level, with many more expected in the coming years.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 12

Gian Piero Gasperini on Roma’s 3-0 victory at Celtic Park

Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini gave his verdict following his side’s comfortable 3-0 victory over Celtic last night in the Europa League… The Italian giants now just sit outside the top eight in the Europa League on 12 points with two matches to play and will be contenders for winning this competition in the second half of the season.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 12

Slot gives key five-man availability update ahead of Brighton clash

Liverpool face Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield this Saturday in what could be a tricky test for our title-defending squad. Arne Slot, has provided clarity on some injury doubts after the midweek Champions League win at Inter Milan, in his pre-Brighton press conference.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 12

I got death threats and my family home was vandalised over Manchester United transfer

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has revealed that he got death threats from Everton fans when he made the move to Old Trafford in 2004. The former England captain came through as a youngster from Everton’s academy and played for their first-team for a couple of years before being quickly snapped up by Man Utd in a big move.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12

Amorim told he has a player in his ranks who’s ‘absolutely sensational’ and ‘fantastic’ every time he plays

MUTV presenter Liam Bradford has poured praise on Mason Mount following a stellar run of form from the midfielder. Manchester United’s No.7 is enjoying an extended period of fitness this campaign, which has come as a monumental boost to Ruben Amorim in his first full term in the dugout.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 12

Everything Slot had to say on Salah’s future in pre-Brighton press conference

The build-up to Brighton has been dominated by uncertainty rather than clarity, a situation that only heightens the scrutiny around Mo Salah. Arne Slot

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 12

Sources: PL club eyeing Chelsea transfer target in saga that could impact Liverpool

Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in a transfer move for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Ousmane Diomande, but they face competition from Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12

Man Utd seeking ‘try before you buy’ loan deal for £33m midfielder who needs Jan move to revive WC hopes

Manchester United will reportedly test Atletico Madrid’s resolve over a loan for Conor Gallagher next month. The Old Trafford faithful will likely already be aware that United have been linked with the midfielder on numerous occasions in recent months.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12

'You could see' – Marc Cucurella reveals what he noticed about Caicedo after first game at Brighton

Marc Cucurella has admitted he knew Moises Caicedo was a very good player from their first game at Brighton together. Cucurella joined Chelsea in the summer of 2022 in a deal worth £63m, before Caicedo made the switch the following summer for a then British record of £115m.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 12

Tottenham monitoring £52m Frenchman who is 'a real talent with real potential'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in the RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba. The 22-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and multiple clubs are monitoring his progress.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12

Filip Jorgensen posts 12 word message on social media amid doubts over Chelsea future

Filip Jorgensen has taken to social media and posted a 12 word message amid doubts over his future at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea signed Jorgensen from Spanish side Villarreal in the 2024 for a fee believed to be £20.9m after the Dane had impressed in La Liga.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12

'My dream' – Former Blue recommends Chelsea to sign one experienced player

A former Chelsea player has recommended the club to sign one experienced player and says it is his dream to see him come in. I think most people reading the title of this article will know that it is highly unlikely to happen, because we have seen the word ‘experience’ get mentioned.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12

‘Most likely destination’: Journo shares what he’s now hearing about Man Utd’s pursuit of 64 G/A PL attacker

In the event Jean-Philippe Mateta decides to call time on his Crystal Palace tenure in 2026, his ‘most likely destination’ is said to be Serie A. This comes after Manchester United were linked with Mateta over the summer amid their drawn-out search for a proven centre-forward.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 12

Precarious: Threat of a one year contract extension underlines the turmoil inside Tottenham

There doesn’t appear to be such a thing as a simple, straightforward season at Spurs these days. No better example of the way the wind continues to blow in N17 is the curious collapse of Yves Bissouma.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 12

Talks planned: Liverpool transfer target has important meeting scheduled for January 1st

Bayern Munich chief Max Eberl is reportedly planning talks with Crystal Palace centre-back and Liverpool transfer target Marc Guehi on January 1st. The England international is nearing the end of his contract with Palace, and is free to start negotiating a move for next season from January onwards.