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Chris Sutton hits out at Maresca for doing one thing which 'really doesn’t help' Chelsea

Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has hit out at the constant chopping and changing of the team, and doesn’t believe it’s helping the Blues. The Blues were held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth on Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge as they dropped more points in the race for Champions League football.

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Real Madrid finalise agreement with forward – announcement pending

Real Madrid won’t make any signings during the winter transfer window, but there could be an announcement made on a new contract. Club officials have renewed a number of players over the last 12 months, and one of those has been Brahim Diaz.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 31

Tottenham 'looking' to sign 'really impressive' rival player who can play in multiple roles

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Manchester City attacker Omar Marmoush during the January transfer window. The Egyptian International has struggled for regular opportunities at the Premier League club, and he needs to move on.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 31

Arsenal and Chelsea plotting move for Ligue 1’s new superstar-in-the-making

Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in signing the Marseille attacker Robinio Vaz. According to a report from FootMercato, the two English clubs are keeping tabs on the talented attacker, and the French outfit could be open to interesting offers for him.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 31

Big opportunity: Liverpool braced for two January arrivals amid talks over permanent exit

Liverpool loanees James McConnell and Owen Beck are expected to return to the club in January following an early end to their loan spells. The pair had been vying for first-team minutes with Ajax and Derby County respectively, but have (particularly in the case of the former) found opportunities to be lacking.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 31

'Fantastic' Jamie Carragher reacts to Arsenal’s win against Aston Villa

Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal’s 4-1 win against Aston Villa will have a significant impact on their confidence when they return to training today. The result came at a crucial moment in the Premier League season, with Villa widely regarded as the most impressive side in December.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 31

Manchester United target 22-year-old powerhouse to fix fragile defence

Manchester United are looking to improve their defensive unit, and they have identified Tarik Muharemovic as a target. According to a report from Gazzetta di Modena, Manchester United are keeping tabs on the Sassuolo defender.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 31

Fenerbahce line up dream move for Barcelona forward

There are a number of Barcelona players facing uncertain futures, both for the upcoming winter and summer transfer windows. One of those is Robert Lewandowski, who is entering the final six months of his contract at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 31

'Such an issue' – Willy Caballero reveals reason behind Chelsea’s long throw struggles

Willy Caballero has described long throw-ins as “such an issue” after Chelsea dropped more points against Bournemouth on Tuesday evening. The Blues were held to a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night as they lost more ground in the race for Champions League football.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 31

Major question marks over new Chelsea signings as Blues linked with new player in his position

There will be major questions asked about one new Chelsea signing from the summer, with a new name being linked in his position. I mean, when asking questions about any new Chelsea signing in recent times, there could be a big chunk of players that we are talking about.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / December 31

Sources: Man United star becomes top priority for Champions League club

Galatasaray are lining up a major move in the January transfer window as they look to reinforce their midfield with pace and aggression. At the top of

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 31

Every single Chelsea fan will strongly disagree with Wesley Fofana’s post match comments

Every single Chelsea fan will disagree with post-match comments made by centre back Wesley Fofana, I am very sur of that. I don’t like to speak for all Chelsea fans usually, as it’s a game of opinions.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 31

Barcelona make initial contact with 25-year-old striker to replace Lewandowski

Barcelona have reportedly taken their first concrete steps in planning for life after Robert Lewandowski, with Barcelona already making initial contact over a potential move for Dušan Vlahović, according to Spanish outlet Marca.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 31

‘I’m very happy for him’ – Arteta is delighted with the performance of Arsenal star vs Villa

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was full of praise for Gabriel Jesus after the Brazilian forward delivered an encouraging performance in the Gunners’ emphatic 4–1 victory over Aston Villa on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 31

Enzo Maresca provides fresh injury update on key star ahead of Man City clash

Enzo Maresca has stated Marc Cucurella is okay and should be able to feature in Sunday’s game away at Manchester City. Cucurella missed the 2-2 draw with Bournemouth on Tuesday night after asking to be taken off in the defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / December 31

Report: Liverpool would have to pay as much as €100 million to sign Salah replacement

Liverpool are reportedly keeping a close eye on Kenan Yıldız, with the Juventus forward emerging as a leading candidate to refresh the club’s attacking line in the coming seasons.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 31

'Odd cheer' – OT nightmare returns to haunt ‘miserable’ Man Utd star exactly one year later

A section of Manchester United fans were happy to see Joshua Zirkzee hooked at half-time, and they let their feeling be known. The 24-year-old hasn’t started a match since the draw against West Ham on December 4.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 31

Jamie Carragher makes sacking comment about Chelsea coach but it’s not far-fetched

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has made a sacking comment about a Chelsea coach, but it might not even be far-fetched. It comes off the back of Chelsea drawing 2-2 at home against Bournemouth in their final game of 2025 last night in what was another miserable result and performance from The Blues.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 31

2025 was the year that one era ended at Manchester City and it gave birth to what comes next

2025 will be looked back upon as a year of transition for Manchester City. The first half of 2025 saw Pep Guardiola’s team claw their way to Champions League qualification and also lose the FA Cup final to Crystal Palace.

Ruben Amorim News / Stretty News / December 30

'We lacked that today': Ruben Amorim outlines the one thing Man United lacked vs Wolves

Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League today. They will be thoroughly disappointed with the performance, and manager Ruben Amorim has revealed the one thing that they lack in the game against Wolves today.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 30

Shocking stat emerges after mediocre Man United draw against Wolves

Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League earlier today. Joshua Zirkzee handed them a lead midway through the first half, but Manchester United failed to make their count.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Arsenal thrash Aston Villa to extend lead at top of Premier League

Arsenal delivered a commanding performance this evening as they secured a 4 1 victory over Aston Villa, sending a clear message in the Premier League title race.