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Manchester City Seek Big Payoff After Wise Winter Window Recruiting

As we approach the business end of the Premier League season, Manchester City find themselves six points behind runaway leaders Arsenal. Having not quite managed to reach their scintillating best during the first half of the campaign, the Citizens knew they needed to take full advantage of the recent winter window.

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Report: Man United rival Liverpool for potential €80m transfer of versatile star

Manchester United are reportedly alongside other big clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich in eyeing up Barcelona defender Jules Kounde. The France international has mostly been a key player for Barca down the years, but it seems the club are now less sure about keeping him.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 4

Liverpool make enquiry for 28-year-old Turkish wide man amid injury chaos

Liverpool are interested in signing the AS Roma defender Zeki Celik. The 28-year-old right back will be out of contract at the end of the season, and Liverpool have made enquiries for him.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Liverpool’s Winter Window Inactivity Leaves Gaping Squad Holes

Liverpool is taking a massive risk by failing to address glaring weak points during the winter transfer window. Now that the window has slammed shut, the Reds will push through the remaining months of the 2025-26 season with the same unbalanced squad that lacks cover in key areas.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 4

Massive blow for Liverpool as star player could be out until 2027 as per injury expert

Liverpool right-back Conor Bradley could be out for much longer than initially thought. That is according to injury expert Ben Dinnery, who claims that the Northern Irish international is looking at a significantly longer spell on the sidelines, with his return potentially pushed back as far as 2027.

Piero Hincapie News / The 4th Official / February 3

Gabriel And Hincapie Get 7.5 | Arsenal Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Chelsea

Arsenal entertained Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium earlier tonight as they looked to secure a good result at home in their EFL Cup semi-final second leg clash.

Mohamed Salah News / HITC / February 3

Liverpool expect contact as Mo Salah named Real Madrid replacement

In May, Al-Hilal had a go at signing the Liverpool player, but the club didn’t bite on the £150m bid. Salah’s contract has just one year left, and now things feel different.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 3

Liverpool working towards appointing manager Jurgen Klopp called ‘exceptional’

Liverpool are working on plans to replace struggling manager Arne Slot after a disappointing season. Having spent a massive amount on new signings last summer, Slot has struggled to keep the club competitive at the top level.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

How Has Cobham Produced Such High End Talent

Chelsea football club underwent a serious revamp in the 2000s, Roman Abramovich invested heavily into the team. This applied to both on-field signings and off-the-pitch improvements to the academy setup, which saw them attempt to overhaul the academy from the youngest recruitment level to the higher ages.

Pep Guardiola News / Caught Offside / February 2

Three main candidates eyed as Pep Guardiola expected to leave Manchester City this summer

Manchester City reportedly have Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca, and Cesc Fabregas as their three main candidates to replace Pep Guardiola. According to the Telegraph, it is considered increasingly likely that this will be Guardiola’s final season in charge at the Etihad Stadium.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 1

Liverpool involved in ‘club to club’ negotiations to sign defensive ace to solve crisis – Romano

Liverpool’s late activity in the transfer market appears to be gathering pace, with the club stepping up efforts to reinforce their defensive options ahead of the deadline.

Jeremie Frimpong News / Caught Offside / February 1

Liverpool sound out experienced right-back to deal with Frimpong’s injury

Liverpool’s defensive planning may be taking shape behind the scenes, with reports from Sky Sports Italia suggesting the club have made an initial enquiry to Inter Milan regarding the availability of right-back Denzel Dumfries.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 31

Bundesliga Teams in UCL Avoid Each Other in Playoffs, But Round of 16 Clash Still Possible

The league phase of the UEFA Champions League ended with a bang on Wednesday evening. As for the Bundesliga teams in UCL, it was a mixed bag of results.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 31

Liverpool make contact over late January move for 29-year-old wide man amid injury crisis

Liverpool defender Jeremie Frimpong picked up an injury against Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League during midweek. The Netherlands international is expected to be sidelined for a significant period, and the team is now considering potential alternatives.

Denzel Dumfries News / HITC / January 30

Denzel Dumfries picture shifts amid Liverpool late-window interest

Following an eventful summer, the January transfer window has been something of a letdown for Liverpool. The Reds still have several clear needs in the squad, and while fans were hoping those gaps would be addressed in January, that has not happened yet.

Bayer Leverkusen News / EasySportz / January 30

Champions League Knockout Playoffs Set: Heavyweights Collide in Two-Leg Showdowns

The UEFA Champions League knockout phase is officially underway, and the first round of playoff matchups promises drama, history, and high-stakes football as Europe’s top clubs prepare for two-leg battles in February.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / The Cult of Calcio / January 30

Inter Pivoting Toward Up-and-Coming Genoa Wing-Back

Inter have rekindled their interest in Brooke Norton-Cuffy, as their chases of Ivan Perisic and Moussa Diaby has hit significant snags. They are more optimistic about the former, who asked PSV to be let go, but the deal hasn’t advanced significantly, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / January 30

When is the UEFA Champions League Knockout Draw? Date, Bracket, Fixtures & More

With the eight Champions League matchdays determining the final Champions League table positions, the Champions League knockout phase play-off draw is the next step ahead of the Round of 16.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 29

Tottenham plot sensational Premier League return for 35-G/A star this month

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the former Aston Villa attacker Moussa Diaby. Spurs are looking to add more quality in the final third before the January window closes, and the Frenchman could prove to be a quality acquisition.

Arne Slot News / HITC / January 29

Arne Slot may have hinted at a Liverpool exit after an unusual press conference

On Wednesday night, Liverpool fans finally saw their team deliver a dominant performance at Anfield, something that has been missing this season. This campaign has seen the Reds struggle to assert themselves at home, resulting in several surprising outcomes.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / January 29

Inter Quickly Make Headway in Chase of Al-Ittihad Star

Inter have opened talks for a new winger, Moussa Diaby, reaching an agreement on personal terms and starting negotiations with Al-Ittihad. The two outfits are discussing an initial loan.

Raheem Sterling News / Athlon Sports / January 28

Raheem Sterling Free To Sign Elsewhere After Chelsea Contract Terminated

Chelsea and winger Raheem Sterling have mutually agreed to terminate the remaining 18 months on his contract. He is now free to sign for any interested club.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / January 25

Liverpool make move to appoint Xabi Alonso as next manager

Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso less than two weeks ago, but a return to the dugout could already be on the cards. The 44-year-old walked away from the Bernabeu after the Spanish Supercup final defeat to Barcelona, and soon, he could be walking into another of the clubs he represented during his playing career.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / January 21

Gareth Bale explains why Xabi Alonso failed at Real Madrid

Last week, Xabi Alonso brought to an end his disappointing seven-month spell as head coach of Real Madrid. After the Spanish Supercup defeat to Barcelona, he mutually agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect, with Alvaro Arbeloa immediately installed as his replacement.

Xabi Alonso News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

Xabi Alonso Would Instantly Say Yes To Liverpool After Real Madrid Exit

Xabi Alonso’s coaching career has taken another dramatic turn. After a short and ultimately disappointing stint in charge of Real Madrid, the Spanish football icon is reportedly planning to take a brief break from coaching. However, only if Liverpool do not come calling.