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Long-term Arsenal target could be available after growing unhappy at present club

Ousmane Dembele has been an Arsenal target since his time at Barcelona, and the Frenchman continues to remain on their radar. His spell in Spain appeared to suggest that he had lost his way, yet that perception was challenged by his performances for Paris Saint-Germain last season.

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Ex-striker says one Liverpool signing has changed everything

Liverpool may have been tested late on in north London, but one performance has left a lasting impression beyond the final whistle. Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live’s Football Daily podcast via BBC Sport, former Premier League striker Clinton Morrison delivered a strong assessment of Hugo Ekitike following the 2-1 win over Tottenham.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Report – Barcelona Face Stiff Competition From Liverpool For Inter Milan & Italy Star Defender

Premier League champions Liverpool have joined Barcelona in the race to sign Inter Milan center-back Alessandro Bastoni. According to Quotidiano Sportivo via FCInter1908, the Reds are ready to rival the Camp Nou outfit for Bastoni’s signature.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Atalanta Vs Inter Milan – Turkey Megastar To Return To Starting XI After Injury

Inter Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu could return to the starting lineup when his side takes on Atalanta on Sunday. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the Turkish midfielder is likely to regain his place in the middle of the park this weekend.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 22

Where Roma stand in pursuit of Raspadori and Zirkzee

Roma are in full swing in their attempt to lure Giacomo Raspadori away from Atletico Madrid, and Football Italia expert Alfredo Pedullà explains where

Leeds United News / To The Lane And Back / December 22

Liverpool prepare €60m move for Tottenham first-team star as Spurs consider sale

Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall has already taken significant strides since completing his move to North London last summer. The Sweden international has featured regularly for the Lilywhites under Thomas Frank this season, playing an essential role across several positions during the first half of the campaign.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Report – Inter Milan Plotting Audacious Summer Swoop For Liverpool & France Defender With Expiring Contract

Inter Milan could reportedly make a concrete offer for outgoing Liverpool center-back Ibrahima Konate next summer. According to Quotidiano Sportivo via FCInter1908, the Italian giants are keeping close tabs on the Frenchman’s situation at Anfield.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 22

Midfielder wanted by Man United is open to a move in January

Rúben Neves is increasingly open to a return to European football, with growing indications that the Portuguese midfielder believes he still has plenty to offer at the highest level.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 22

One Liverpool player enjoyed a notable career landmark on Saturday which has gone under the radar

Amid the chaos at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, one Liverpool player enjoyed a seminal career landmark which went largely unnoticed. There

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Report – Inter Milan ‘Dream’ Of Signing Roma Star To Replace Yann Sommer Despite Spanish Goalkeeper’s Impressive Form

Serie A giants Inter Milan are reportedly ‘dreaming’ about signing Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar at the end of the season. According to Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri star remains the club’s top target to replace Yann Sommer.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Inter Milan Legend Points To Areas Of Concern Beneath Positive Performances: 'Structural Problems Coming To Surface'

Inter Milan legend Beppe Bergomi has urged the club to address one major shortcoming in the transfer window. Speaking to Radio Anch’io Lo Sport via FCInterNews, Bergomi discussed Inter’s recent performances.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 22

Sandman’s Definitive Festive Ratings – Celtic v Mutton Chops

THE FRIENDLY GHOST – 6/10 – Did fine, relatively speaking, when called into action. Which was mainly due to rocky defending. Couldn’t do much about ten men somehow managing to get anywhere near him, but probably thinks he could have saved the equaliser.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 22

Club Brugge Rising Star Open To Returning To Inter Milan In Summer Of 2026: 'Everyone Knows The Situation, I’m Thinking About Present'

Club Brugge midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic has refused to rule out his return to Inter Milan in the future. Speaking to Circus Daily via FCInterNews, the Serbian starlet discussed a potential reunion with the Nerazzurri.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 22

Lazio Midfield Emergency Forces Sarri to Change Formation for Udinese Clash

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri is reportedly working on a new formation ahead of Saturday’s contest against Udinese, as he finds himself with a ravaged midfield department.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 22

Bayern Munich star aware of possible Atletico Madrid transfer

Atletico Madrid have started drawing up plans for next summer’s transfer window, which should be another busy one in the offices of the RiyadhAir Metropolitano.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 22

Steven Gerrard makes ‘brutally honest’ Liverpool admission as he gives full backing to Arne Slot

Steven Gerrard has given his firm backing to Arne Slot as Liverpool head coach, but promised that he’d be ready to help out with ‘anything’ if he were asked by his boyhood club.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 22

Real Madrid inserts release clause into contract of Arsenal target

Arsenal’s interest in Víctor Valdepeñas became public following his recent first-team debut for Real Madrid, but the defender has been monitored by the Gunners for a considerable period.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 22

Sources: Chelsea map out January transfer strategy with top targets named

Chelsea’s plans for the January transfer window are beginning to take shape, with midfield reinforcement emerging as the club’s primary objective. With

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 22

Game-changing Antoine Semenyo update as Man United, Man City & Liverpool plot move

The race for Antoine Semenyo is beginning to take clearer shape, with Manchester United and Manchester City now emerging as the frontrunners to sign the Bournemouth attacker ahead of the January transfer window.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 22

Tottenham could land 'one of the highest-paid players' from top club as Chelsea circle

Marc-Andre ter Stegen has been linked with a move away from Barcelona during the January transfer window. The German international is not a key player for them anymore, and he has struggled for regular game time.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 22

‘Never rule them out’ – Wayne Rooney issues title race verdict as Liverpool resurgence continues

Wayne Rooney is seemingly refusing to completely discount Liverpool from the Premier League title race conversation after the Reds’ recent resurgence.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 22

'It’s a statement' Pundit says Man City is sending a message to Arsenal

This has not been one of Manchester City’s strongest seasons, yet they have still managed to apply significant pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 22

Fabrizio Romano confirms Man United star is in advanced talks over January exit

AS Roma are stepping up their efforts to sign Joshua Zirkzee, with the Serie A side advancing in talks over personal terms as they look to make the Manchester United forward their top attacking target for the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 22

Liverpool injury list and expected comeback dates in full after sickening blow for Alexander Isak

Liverpool extended their unbeaten run to six matches and climbed back into the top five of the Premier League table at the weekend, but their latest victory came at a massive cost.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 22

Sky Sports: Chelsea keen on Brazil forward who’s scored 20 goals this season

Chelsea are apparently interested in signing a Brazilian forward who bagged 20 goals for his club this season. It’s an interesting story this one already, and for such a player who is so young still.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 22

'If you watch it slowly' – Shay Given not happy with one Chelsea player vs Newcastle

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given was not happy with one Chelsea player during the game against his former side. Given, who is now retired of course, was doing punditry work on the game for Match of the Day, reviewing it all.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 22

Gary Neville says Chelsea 'look like an academy team playing in a participation game'

Football pundit Gary Neville believes Chelsea “look like an academy team that’s playing in a participation game.” Sounds harsh, right? Well, if you read on, I guarantee you that actually, very few people will be, or should be, disagreeing with what he has said in the aftermath of Chelsea’s 2-2 draw with Newcastle United on Saturday afternoon.