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Report: Why Liverpool didn’t pursue Guehi this month despite summer deadline day collapse

After months of speculation linking him with a move to Liverpool, Marc Guehi is instead set to join Manchester City. Fabrizio Romano delivered the bombshell

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Offers rejected for Manchester United star after instruction by Michael Carrick

Manchester United have reportedly been turning down transfer approaches for veteran defender Harry Maguire this January on instruction from Michael Carrick.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 17

'I can tell you' – Fabrizio Romano provides new update on Chelsea’s hunt for a centre back

Chelsea have had direct contact with Rennes over the last 24 hours for defender Jeremy Jacquet according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues were expected to be quiet this month, but things appear to have changed and Chelsea are now exploring a move for a centre back.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

Leeds United Team News and Predicted Lineup vs Fulham for January 17

Leeds United return to Premier League action with a winnable home fixture against Fulham, where they have the opportunity to go 11 points clear of the relegation zone with a victory.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 17

Today is the day for Manchester City to go at Manchester United

Manchester City takes on Manchester United today at Old Trafford in the 198th Manchester derby. Pep Guardiola’s side needs to get back to winning ways after drawing their past three Premier League matches.

Manchester United News / HITC / January 17

Antonio Conte seemingly takes dig at Ruben Amorim over former Manchester United star

Napoli boss Antonio Conte appeared to aim a veiled dig at former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. Antonio Conte took a chance to get some digs in against former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim ahead of Napoli’s latest game.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 17

Report: Arsenal rival Bayern Munich for transfer of wonderkid compared to Pedri

Arsenal are reportedly up against Bayern Munich for the potential transfer of highly-rated Serbian wonderkid Vasilije Kostov, who has drawn comparisons with Barcelona’s Pedri.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 17

Man Utd predicted XI vs Man City: Carrick has three dilemmas on his debut

New Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick is facing three selection headaches ahead of Saturday’s big Derby against Manchester City. The 44-year-old has received the interim role until the end of the season following the sacking of Ruben Amorim last week and Darren Fletcher’s brief two-match spell.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 17

Official: Chelsea announce deal for talented centre back

Chelsea have confirmed that talented academy defender Olutayo Subuloye has signed a new deal with the club. The 18-year-old joined Chelsea from Brighton at under-12 level and has risen through the ranks and signed his first professional contract in 2024.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 17

This iteration of Manchester City looks to be more ruthless than the last

In July of 2025, Txiki Begiristain stepped down from his role as the Director of Football at Manchester City. Begiristain spent 13 years at City, and in that time he helped establish the club as a powerhouse of English and European football.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 17

Oliver Glasner Man United boost as other manager target could be leaning towards rejecting the job

Manchester United have been given a boost as Oliver Glasner has announced he’ll be leaving Crystal Palace at the end of the season, but Gareth Southgate is another name on their list of manager targets.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 17

Manchester City vs Manchester United: Predicted City starting eleven and latest City injury news

Manchester City take on Manchester United today in the 198th Manchester derby at Old Trafford. Every meeting between the two teams is significant given the rivalry that exists and with bragging righst at stake.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / January 17

Enzo Maresca quietly screwed over Chelsea’s transfer strategy on the way out

Chelsea recently fired manager Enzo Maresca and replaced him with Blue Co Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior. But they did not fire Maresca due to poor results or tactics, but rather because he was becoming impossible to deal with.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / January 16

Win Over Lille Gives Luis Enrique 100th Victory as PSG Manager

For matchday 18 of Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain defeated Lille 3-0 on Friday evening at the Parc des Princes. It was a home victory under the rain for the first match of the second half of the league season.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 16

Inter Milan Want Switzerland & Former Bologna Star In Exchange For Italian Midfielder Wanted By Nottingham Forest

Inter Milan have explored a potential swap deal involving Davide Frattesi and Dan Ndoye after interest emerged from Nottingham Forest in the Italian midfielder.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 16

'A top coach' Arteta knows his team will struggle against Sean Dyche’s team

Nottingham Forest have earned a reputation as a stubborn and difficult side to face, a trait closely associated with teams coached by Sean Dyche. His influence has become clear as he leads Forest in their battle against relegation, instilling resilience and organisation into a squad fighting to remain in the Premier League.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 16

One injured Arsenal star not expected to make squad for Forest match

Riccardo Calafiori remains one of Arsenal’s notable injury absentees, with supporters keen to understand when the defender is likely to return to action.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 16

Thomas Frank could perform U-turn on Mathys Tel stance after latest developments

Bar Conor Gallagher’s signing, Tottenham Hotspur have primarily focused on departures in this winter transfer window thus far. They have recalled a fair few young talents from loan spells and sent them out on loan again for the remainder of the season, whilst making a bold call by selling Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 16

Arsenal tipped to sign Guehi’s teammate after he snubbed them

Manchester City have beaten both Arsenal and Liverpool to the signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, forcing the Gunners to reassess their defensive transfer plans.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / January 16

Paul Merson predicts narrow Tottenham win over West Ham if this ‘infectious’ star plays

Thomas Frank has been under immense pressure for a couple of months now in north London, but Tottenham Hotspur have resisted the urge to pull the plug on him.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 16

Medical today: €7m star of Under 20 World Cup the latest incoming BlueCo transfer

It’s been a tough season for Strasbourg. They’ve started slowly compared to last year, and now have lost their manager to sister club Chelsea. Fans are understandably upset and worried about the future of their club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 16

'Very interesting game' – Paul Merson gives his Chelsea vs Brentford prediction

Chelsea host Brentford at Stamford Bridge in a huge game on Saturday afternoon and Paul Merson has given his prediction. The match will be Liam Rosenior’s first Premier League game in charge of the Blues, and he’s won one and lost one of his first two games.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 16

Journalist shares update on Chelsea’s January plans as club pursue new centre back

Chelsea only want to sign a centre back this month if the right player becomes available according to reports. Former head coach Enzo Maresca asked for a new centre back last summer after Levi Colwill suffered an ACL injury after the Club World Cup.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 16

Expert hands Liverpool major boost in pursuit of £50m transfer

Liverpool reportedly look to have been given a significant boost in their pursuit of the transfer of Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck. The Reds have been following Schlotterbeck for some time now, with the Germany international likely to cost around £50m, as per a recent report from TEAMtalk.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 16

Reliable journo provides significant update on Tottenham’s transfer links with AS Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche

Tottenham are looking to act swiftly in the transfer market and bring in a few quality players for the remainder of the campaign. The Lilywhites have already strengthened their squad by signing Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid on a long-term deal.