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'Now made an approach' – Fabrizio Romano on fresh Chelsea attempts to sign new player

'Now made an approach' – Fabrizio Romano on fresh Chelsea attempts to sign new player

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has put out the very latest on Chelsea’s fresh attempts to sign a new player this January. Time is running out now and there is seemingly quite a lot to get done for many clubs scrambling around in this winter transfer window.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 23

A Dutch international needs time to grow as a Manchester City player but he can also do more

Tijjani Reijnders has shown flashes of his quality so far this season for Manchester City. The Dutchman has recently hit the scoresheet with more regularity as his late runs from midfield have become a weapon for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 22

Jose Mourinho issues warning to former club Real Madrid

Tuesday’s thumping victory over AS Monaco means that Real Madrid are well-placed to secure a top 8 place in the league phase standings, which would ensure they immediately progress to the Champions League Round of 16.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / January 22

Serie A side make move to sign Barcelona defender

Barcelona are prepared to see a mass exodus of players during the remaining days of the winter transfer window. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has already left for Girona, Dro Fernandez is poised to join Paris Saint-Germain after submitting a request to leave, and there are also a number of La Masia talents that are heading out too.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 22

Round-up: 10-man Celta Vigo seal impressive win, Real Betis defeated in Greece

MD7 of the 2025-26 league phase in the Europa League took place on Thursday, with two La Liga clubs in action. Real Betis travelled to Greece to take on PAOK Thessaloniki in one of the early matches, before Celta Vigo hosted Ligue 1 side Lille at Balaidos.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 22

Barcelona risk missing out on forward as Manchester United and Real Madrid circle

Barcelona are always aware of possible players that they could add to their well-renowned La Masia academy. They are about to add Ajay Tavares and Hamza Abdelkarim to their ranks, and in the coming months, they could also bring in a couple of players that are currently based in Croatia.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 22

Worrying Real Madrid goalscoring trend revealed in spite of Kylian Mbappe exploits

Real Madrid have had a difficult 18 months, with no major trophy having been won since the start of the 2024-25 season. After winning the Champions League in the previous campaign, and with Kylian Mbappe arriving from Paris Saint-Germain, it was expected that Los Blancos would continue to kick on, but it has not been the case.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / January 22

MLS side to complete permanent deal for Barcelona midfielder

Barcelona are in the middle of a mass exodus of players leaving the club, with a number of deals to be finalised in January. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen has joined Girona, but in the lower categories, further exits are on the verge of being completed.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 22
Report: Red Bulls close to deal for G Ethan Horvath

Report: Red Bulls close to deal for G Ethan Horvath

The New York Red Bulls are nearing an agreement to land U.S. goalkeeper Ethan Horvath from Cardiff City in Wales, according to a report from The Athletic.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 22
When can Arsenal welcome Piero Hincapie back to fitness?

When can Arsenal welcome Piero Hincapie back to fitness?

Piero Hincapie has been sidelined for Arsenal since suffering an injury during the match against Liverpool at the Emirates, creating further challenges for Mikel Arteta as he manages an already stretched squad.

Villarreal News / Football Espana / January 22

Real Madrid to welcome back defender for Villarreal clash, forward poised to miss out

Real Madrid are aiming to make it three wins in a row when they take on Villarreal in a top-of-the-table La Liga clash on Saturday. Alvaro Arbeloa’s side,

Burnley News / To The Lane And Back / January 22
Thomas Frank gives one major bad news in otherwise encouraging Tottenham injury update ahead of Burnley trip

Thomas Frank gives one major bad news in otherwise encouraging Tottenham injury update ahead of Burnley trip

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank continues to be under significant scrutiny from the board and the fans. The club have so far backed Thomas Frank

Borussia Monchengladbach News / Caught Offside / January 22
Report: Sunderland in talks to sign experienced veteran from Bundesliga club

Report: Sunderland in talks to sign experienced veteran from Bundesliga club

Sunderland are hoping to sign the Borussia Monchengladbach goalkeeper Jonas Omlin during the January transfer window. According to a report from Pete O’Rourke, Sunderland have already opened talks to sign the goalkeeper from the German club, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 22
Arsenal makes a decision on the future of their returning frontman

Arsenal makes a decision on the future of their returning frontman

Gabriel Jesus delivered a clear statement of intent with his two goals as Arsenal defeated Inter Milan in their most recent match. His performance has intensified the debate around Arsenal’s striking options, particularly at a time when Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to replicate his previous goal-scoring form.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 22
Importance of Burnley test for Thomas Frank explained as pundit highlights where Spurs ‘have suffered’

Importance of Burnley test for Thomas Frank explained as pundit highlights where Spurs ‘have suffered’

Tottenham returned to winning ways with a dominant display against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night in the Champions League. The Lilywhites secured all three points thanks to first-half goals from Cristian Romero and Dominic Solanke.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 22
Chelsea pushing for more depth, Brazilian star could join before transfer deadline

Chelsea pushing for more depth, Brazilian star could join before transfer deadline

Chelsea are interested in signing the Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz during the January transfer window. The 27-year-old is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest from Juventus, but he has struggled for regular game time at the Premier League club.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 22
Ornstein Exclusive: Chelsea consider loaning 27 year old Brazil international this month

Ornstein Exclusive: Chelsea consider loaning 27 year old Brazil international this month

We’re reaching the critical stage of this January transfer window – with just over a week to go, deals are hotting up all over the place. New names are being mentioned all the time, and top source David Ornstein has just mentioned a totally new option for Chelsea.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 22
Thierry Henry takes a dig at Tottenham while praising Harry Kane’s game at Bayern Munich

Thierry Henry takes a dig at Tottenham while praising Harry Kane’s game at Bayern Munich

It’s been a while since Harry Kane swapped the Tottenham Hotspur badge on his chest for Bayern Munich. And the England international has been playing some of the best football of his career for the German giants as he powers Vincent Kompany & Co.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 22
Report: Liverpool leading the 'big six' race to sign £65m wonderkid

Report: Liverpool leading the 'big six' race to sign £65m wonderkid

Liverpool are very interested in signing the Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The 21-year-old has been linked with a move away from Selhurst Park in recent times, and the “big six” clubs are all interested in signing him.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 22
Hugely respected ExWHUEmployee is calling another unsettling transfer rumour

Hugely respected ExWHUEmployee is calling another unsettling transfer rumour

There’s fresh transfer speculation linking West Ham United with Radu Drăgușin from Tottenham Hotspur as of today. Where is the good news?! The main source for this speculation is always a reliable West Ham insider account @ExWHUEmployee who posted that Dragusin has emerged as a target for the Hammers.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 22
Even more than VVD: Liverpool would need to stump up eye-watering fee to sign centre-back colossus

Even more than VVD: Liverpool would need to stump up eye-watering fee to sign centre-back colossus

Liverpool would seemingly have to pay a gigantic fee to sign reported transfer target Micky van de Ven from Tottenham Hotspur. The Reds had been strongly

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 22
Watch: Chelsea manager names the thing which impressed him most from 1-0 win

Watch: Chelsea manager names the thing which impressed him most from 1-0 win

Chelsea got the job done against Pafos in the Champions League last night, winning 1-0, but there’s no doubt it wasn’t a great performance, and the crowd wanted more goals – goals that could prove crucial for our final standing in the table.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 22
Van Dijk explains why one Marseille question crossed a line for Slot

Van Dijk explains why one Marseille question crossed a line for Slot

Virgil van Dijk has publicly backed Arne Slot after describing a pre-match question about his manager’s future as “disrespectful” following Liverpool’s Champions League win in Marseille.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 22
BBC Sport: Chelsea face major summer decision as three players seek new contracts

BBC Sport: Chelsea face major summer decision as three players seek new contracts

Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo and Levi Colwill want to enter talks over signing improved contracts with Chelsea according to reports. The Blues are known for offering long term heavily incentivised contracts under the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital ownership.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / January 22
The time is now for a forgotten Manchester City attacker to make his mark

The time is now for a forgotten Manchester City attacker to make his mark

It is no secret that Erling Haaland is battling fatigue. Haaland’s performances have dropped recently and he does look in desperate need of a rest. Unfortunately for Manchester City, with Omar Marmoush absent for over a month due to his participation at AFCON with Egypt, Pep Guardiola hasn’t been able to give Haaland the rest he needs.

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