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Florian Wirtz Changed His Body For The Premier League And Liverpool Are Seeing The Difference

When Liverpool moved decisively to bring Florian Wirtz to Anfield in the summer of 2025, they were buying more than just numbers or highlights. They were investing in one of Europe’s most gifted footballing minds.

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Barcelona Move To Secure Strategic Future At Camp Nou: Why Is The Board Rushing This Project?

According to a report from the Spanish publication SPORT, FC Barcelona executives want to extend Hansi Flick’s contract as a top priority. The boardroom intends to bind the German strategist to the Camp Nou until 2028.

Florian Wirtz News / Caught Offside / December 27

Liverpool player ratings: Florian Wirtz stars with 1st Reds goal in scrappy win vs Wolves

Liverpool were made to work for their 2-1 win over Wolves in Saturday afternoon’s Premier League clash. The Reds have not quite performed at their best in recent games, but results are at least improving, with Arne Slot’s side now on a run of four wins in a row, and unbeaten in their last seven.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 27

European giants eyeing surprise move to sign West Ham wonderkid

West Ham’s famed academy is once again the center of international attention. While the Hammers have a long history of producing elite talent, the latest reports suggest that one of their most promising defensive prospects, 15-year-old Emmanuel Fejokwu, could be on his way out before he even signs a professional deal.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 27

Wirtz Gets 9, Ekitike With 8 | Liverpool Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Wolves

Liverpool welcomed Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Reds made a quick start to the game and scored the opening goal in the 41st minute when Ryan Gravenberch found the back of the net.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27

Sources: Arsenal put €45m wonderkid on their list of transfer targets

Arsenal are understood to be considering a transfer move for AC Milan’s highly-rated young left-back Davide Bartesaghi. As first reported in my Daily Briefing exclusive here, the Gunners are alongside Manchester City and Real Madrid in monitoring the talented 19-year-old, who is valued at around €45m.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / December 26

Real Madrid cult hero on Negreira case – 'That a club has paid a person within the referees is difficult to explain'

Real Madrid could currently do with the services of Lucas Vazquez, who departed at the end of last season. The veteran right-back was not offered a new contract due to the arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is out injured at the moment alongside club captain Dani Carvajal.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / December 26

Barcelona Have Set Their Sights On This Arsenal Defender: Should Flick Get Him On Board?

In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Barcelona have set their sights on Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie. It has been revealed that the Catalan club are eyeing a move to bring the Ecuadorian talent to the Nou Camp next year.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 26

Barcelona ready to pounce if Arsenal snub £45 million transfer in 2026

Barcelona are looking to improve the defensive unit, and they are keeping tabs on the Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie, as per Fichajes. The 23-year-old Ecuadorian is on loan at the Premier League club, but he has not been a regular starter for them.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / December 25

Chiesa And Frimpong To Start | 4-2-3-1 Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Wolves

Liverpool will entertain Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield this Saturday as they look to secure a positive result at home in the Premier League. The Reds managed to secure a 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur recently, which should keep them in good spirits ahead of this game.

Bayer Leverkusen News / HITC / December 25

The £3m ex-Chelsea man Cole Palmer once called one of his hardest opponents

Chelsea’s academy continues to produce talented players, but the club have not always managed to make full use of that output. In the process, they have let more than a few notable prospects slip away – including one who left a strong impression on Cole Palmer.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 25

Sources: Man United & Arsenal enter race for playmaker wanted by Chelsea

Genk’s teenage sensation Konstantinos Karetsas has rapidly emerged as one of the most coveted young playmakers in European football, with his recent performances sparking widespread interest from some of the game’s biggest clubs.

Alexander Isak News / Extratime Talk / December 25

Alexander Isak Injury Mars the Joy as Liverpool Continue Good Run

An Alexander Isak injury spoiled the fun for the Reds despite their 2-1 win in the Tottenham vs Liverpool Premier League game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, December 21.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / December 23

Manchester City agree January deal with Girona 'against player’s wishes'

Girona desperate need signings, and they have already finalised an agreement for their first one to come in as soon as the winter transfer window opens.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 23

Real Madrid went against Xabi Alonso on summer transfer decision

Xabi Alonso is fighting for his job as Real Madrid head coach, having only just arrived in the summer from Bayer Leverkusen. Interestingly, it has now been revealed that the club ruled against him on one matter before he had even step foot in the Bernabeu, in what can be claimed as a sign of things that were to come.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Liverpool plot smart move to exploit contract situation and sign ex-Barcelona star

Liverpool are looking to add more depth to the defensive unit with the signing of Oscar Mingueza. According to a report via Football Espana, the player will be out of contract at the end of the season, and he is unlikely to sign a new deal with Celta Vigo.

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Alexander Isak News / Last Word On Sports / December 22

Liverpool Legend Names a ‘Good Way Around’ Alexander Isak Injury

On December 20, at The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Liverpool recorded a much-needed 2-1 victory over Spurs, thanks to goals from Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / December 21

Alexander Isak Injury Blow: David Ornstein Reveals Scans Set to Confirm Fears

Liverpool were in the midst of a terrible run of form, but appear to be turning a corner, with three wins in a row in all competitions, including a 2-1 victory against Tottenham.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The 4th Official / December 20

Wirtz Gets 8, Van Dijk With 7.5 | Liverpool Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Tottenham Hotspur

Liverpool clashed heads with Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 20

Liverpool player ratings: Summer signings finally shine in hard-fought win vs Tottenham

Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday evening to continue their recent improved form with a third win in a row. The Reds admittedly had a bit of a gift from Spurs, however, who were reduced to ten men in the first half after a stupid and reckless challenge by Xavi Simons on Virgil van Dijk.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / December 20

How & Where to Watch Tottenham vs Liverpool? Live Streaming & TV Channels

One of the most anticipated matches of this Premier League weekend is Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool. Both teams are under pressure from their fanbases to get positive results after a poor start to the season.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / December 19

‘It’s not up to me to evaluate my performance, nor is it the time’ – Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has told the media that it is not the time for his performance to be evaluated. The former Bayer Leverkusen manager again faced a number of questions about the club’s confidence in him, as he seeks a win against Sevilla knowing anything else could see his job security weaken again.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / December 11

Mohamed Salah Furious As Liverpool Name Florian Wirtz The Club’s Future

Florian Wirtz’s arrival at Liverpool has changed the club conversation overnight. What began as a marquee transfer designed to refresh Liverpool’s attack has become an accelerant for a very public spat between Mohamed Salah and the club hierarchy. The row is not simply about minutes or form.