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Chelsea’s $100 Million Player Linked With Real Madrid Move

Enzo Fernandez has again been linked to Real Madrid as a possible signing for next season. In England, they already see Los Blancos going all out for the Argentine midfielder.

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Real Madrid Identifies Top 2 Transfer Targets for 2026-27: Report

Real Madrid's president, Florentino Perez, is aware that his team needs to make two moves in the next summer transfer window. ElDesmarque's Jorge Picon reported it live.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 19

Player Ratings: Lazio 0-3 Como – Miserable Night for Marusic & Co

At the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Lazio were soundly beaten by Como for the second time this season, as Maurizio Sarri’s men had no answer for the rampaging Lariani, who held possession and controlled the action from start to finish.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Opinion: Arsenal may regret not taking advantage of rivals poor form

Manchester City have failed to win any of their last four Premier League matches, while Aston Villa have not claimed victory in their last two. This sequence of results is the type of form that should encourage Arsenal supporters as their side continues its pursuit of the league crown at the end of the season.

SS Lazio News / Football Italia / January 19

Fabregas full of praise for mentor Sarri as Como dominate Lazio

Cesc Fabregas hailed Maurizio Sarri as a “genius” after Como’s emphatic 3-0 win away to Lazio, as the Spanish coach reflected on a landmark victory and the ideas behind his rapidly developing side.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 19

Done deals: Every official transfer in Serie A on January 19

It was a quiet day for done deals in Serie A today but there were two noteworthy signings worth talking about. Jack Harrison completed his loan move to Fiorentina, whilst Rafa Obrador joined Torino on loan from Benfica.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 19

Buffon pays tribute to Vialli, opens up on Juventus: 'Cagliari match was inexplicable'

Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon discussed the club’s current state of affairs while paying homage to Gianluca Vialli. The former Juventus and Sampdoria striker passed away in January 2023 following a long battle with illness.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Arsenal wants to complete the move for Real Madrid youngster fast

Arsenal have been monitoring Victor Valdepenas since his time in the youth teams at Real Madrid, long before he made his senior debut earlier this season.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 19

Did Pep Guardiola give a clue about one Manchester City players future?

Oscar Bobb hasn’t played for Manchester City since he was injured in the opening 20 minutes of City’s 2-nil Carabao Cup quarter-final win over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium in December.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Arsenal target agrees personal terms with their London rivals

Arsenal are set to miss out on Jeremy Jacquet after the defender agreed personal terms on a move to Chelsea, a development that represents a setback in the club’s recruitment plans ahead of the end of the season.

Seville News / Field Level Media / January 19

FIFA president condemns 'ugly scenes' from Senegal's AFCON win

FIFA president Gianni Infantino took to social media Monday to condemn the "ugly scenes" that marred Senegal's win over Morocco during Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.

Seville News / Field Level Media / January 19

U.S. No. 15 in FIFA men's world rankings as Senegal makes huge leap

The United States dropped one spot to No. 15 in the first FIFA men's world rankings of the World Cup year as Senegal vaulted seven spots to an all-time high of No.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Zinchenko is set to move abroad on loan this month

Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan spell at Nottingham Forest is expected to end earlier than planned, with a move to Ajax now close to completion. The defender joined Forest after falling out of favour with Arsenal, but his time at the City Ground has not developed as anticipated.

Celta Vigo News / Field Level Media / January 19

Inter Miami fully acquire playoff hero Tadeo Allende

Inter Miami CF fully acquired attacker Tadeo Allende from La Liga side Celta de Vigo on Monday. The 26-year-old Argentina native spent last season on loan with the 2025 MLS Cup champions.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Chelsea star unbeaten in 11 on 11 games in the Premier League this season

Another week of Premier League ticked off. We’re now 22 game weeks deep, heading further past the halfway mark. Chelsea’s best players of the campaign so far, according to stats site WhoScored, are Wesley Fofana, Moises Caicedo and Trevoh Chalobah.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 19

Tottenham vs. Borussia Dortmund – Team News and Match Preview

Tottenham Hotspur will turn their focus to the Champions League this midweek, as Tuesday night may represent their final chance to salvage something from a season that is rapidly going into a downward spiral.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Marc Guehi’s pointed dig at Liverpool in first Man City interview

Liverpool’s long-running pursuit of a defensive solution has taken an uncomfortable turn after a familiar name surfaced in Manchester rather than on Merseyside.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 19

Rooney tells Carrick he dropped a ‘Brilliant’ star to the bench as Man Utd coach given selection headache

Wayne Rooney heaps praise on Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha, who put on a show after coming off the bench in the Derby. Michael Carrick was handed a daunting task on his managerial debut, as the Red Devils hosted Manchester City at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Manchester City announcement contains subtle hint as to when Mo Salah could return for Liverpool

Liverpool fans hoping to see Mo Salah back in action for the club in midweek may have been given indirect encouragement by one of the Reds’ biggest rivals.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 19

Tottenham suffer transfer setback as PL rivals submit €23m offer for long-term midfield target Ruben Neves

Not much has gone right for Tottenham in recent months as the club faces the looming prospect of being dragged into a relegation battle under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

'Not great' – Chelsea attacker admits he’s struggled and gives a very good reason why

Joao Pedro spoke to the media after Chelsea’s win over Brentford at the weekend, where he gave a critical review of his own form this season. “My season is not bad but not great.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 19

Man Utd making a move for £22m midfielder dubbed as ‘new Busquets’

Reports from Spain insist that Manchester United have expressed their interest in young Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado. The Red Devils are expected to sign one or two new midfielders in 2026, with Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson, and Adam Wharton considered their main targets.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

BBC journalist asks uncomfortable Slot question Liverpool must confront

Liverpool’s position in the Premier League may look stable on paper, but a broader question about our head coach is beginning to frame the wider conversation.

Rennes News / To The Lane And Back / January 19

Tottenham player faces a shocking off-field incident; his second recently

Tottenham Hotspur fullback Destiny Udogie has found himself at the center of a shocking incident off the field. In the video shared online (via X), you can see Destiny Udogie filming the damage caused to his car.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 19

Chivas Revival Evident Early in 2026 Liga MX Clausura Season

The 2026 Liga MX Clausura season hits a brief pause for an (unofficial) international window in late January. With three matchdays completed for all clubs, early trends are beginning to take shape, while the transfer window remains open until February 9 for teams looking to strengthen their title ambitions.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Exclusive says Chelsea to make first major January move to set up sale

Chelsea’s January has taken a while to get going, but it seems moves are now being made. Nizaar Kinsella of the BBC has just followed up on his report from last week that striker David Datro Fofana was going to be recalled from his loan spell in the Turkish Super Lig.