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Sources: 'Contacts' held over Man Utd & Newcastle target who wants PL transfer

Al Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves is keen on a return to the Premier League amid transfer interest from Manchester United, Newcastle, and Tottenham. The experienced Portugal international has previously shone in England with his former club Wolves, and he’s surely too good to keep on playing in Saudi Arabia for much longer.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / November 19

Chelsea & Liverpool calling about €90m Man Utd transfer target after being given boost

Chelsea and Liverpool are reportedly among the clubs calling about the transfer situation of Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz. The talented young Turkey international’s contract talks with Juve have stalled somewhat, and this has put top clubs such as Chelsea, Liverpool and Real Madrid on alert, according to Simon Phillips.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / November 19

'A good chance' – Fabrizio Romano drops major update on £65m Liverpool & Man Utd transfer target

Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly both likely to get the chance to sign Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo as he’s available for £65m this January.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 19

Alexander Isak injury fears put to rest as Sweden chief explains Liverpool striker’s omission

Upon seeing that Alexander Isak wasn’t starting for Sweden against Slovenia on Tuesday night, Liverpool fans may have been fearful that their record signing was still experiencing fitness issues.

Manchester City News / Caught Offside / November 19

PSG target Man City star who is showing no signs of slowing down this season

Paris Saint-Germain are preparing an audacious attempt to lure Erling Haaland away from Manchester City, with reports from Fichajes claiming the French champions are willing to table a €200 million offer for the Norwegian superstar in the coming months.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 19

Arsenal is interested in 20-year-old La Liga midfielder

Elche youngster Rodrigo Mendoza has become the latest midfielder linked with a potential move to Arsenal as the club continues to monitor emerging talent in La Liga.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 19

16 goals in 8 games: Erling Haaland’s stunning record could make Norway dark horses for the World Cup

Erling Haaland is having an exceptional season even by his usual high standards, and after firing Norway to their first World Cup in 28 years, could he actually make them surprise contenders to win it?

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 19

La Liga side is now ready to sell Arsenal target in two months

Takefusa Kubo has emerged as one of the players that Arsenal would like to add to their squad, according to a report from the BBC. The Japan international has developed into one of the most consistently impressive wingers in La Liga during his time with Real Sociedad.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 19

Szoboszlai forced into fresh explanation as Ireland fallout refuses to die down

The story surrounding Dominik Szoboszlai continues to grow in ways few of us expected when the international break began. Dominik Szoboszlai has now faced yet another round of questions after a difficult week in which he has been targeted by Irish pundits, social media users, and AI-driven misinformation.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 19

Report: Chelsea target move for two time Champions League winning centre-back

Chelsea are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing Antonio Rüdiger back to Stamford Bridge in 2026, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes. The 32-year-old centre-back, who left Chelsea on a free transfer in 2022 to join Real Madrid, could now be heading toward the final chapter of his spell at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 19

'It’s a very good offer': Club icon feels 'great player' could head to Tottenham in 2026

Real Sociedad legend Bixio Gorriz has claimed that Takefusa Kubo could be on his way out of the club in the near future. The Japanese International has

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 19

‘Don’t rule out…’: Man United identify relegation-threatened PL star as January option to reinforce ranks

Manchester United could capitalise on Wolverhampton Wanderers’ precarious Premier League status by making a mid-season approach for Joao Gomes. Whilst

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / November 19

‘First-class footballer, even better man’ – Andy Robertson praised after emotional Scotland interview

Emotion got the better of Andy Robertson as he reflected on Scotland’s heart-stopping qualification for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday night. Needing to

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 19

Behind the scenes at Real Madrid: Giant club uneased by recent Chelsea activity

Real Madrid have reportedly been left uneased by something that Chelsea have done recently and that they failed to do. It’s not often that you will hear that the giants of world football Real Madrid are eased by something that little old Chelsea are doing, but that is the case behind the scenes apparently.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 19

17-G/A this season: Tottenham join four-way tussle for 'one of the hottest prospects' in Europe

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to add to their attacking unit with the signing of Christos Tzolis. According to a report from Team Talk, multiple clubs are keeping tabs on the 23-year-old Club Brugge winger.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 19

'I can confirm reports' – Fabrizio Romano with some fresh Chelsea transfer news

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has some fresh Chelsea transfer news as he confirms some reports out this week. It seems like Chelsea are linked with a new rising star every single day, and it’s often tough to know what has legs and what doesn’t, or what transfer move is likely to happen and what one isn’t.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 19

PL star hailed as ‘extraordinary’ by Pep Guardiola this season is now ‘one to watch’ for Man Utd in January

Manchester United could well revive their pursuit of Antoine Semenyo in January after learning of the forward’s release clause. While £65 million isn’t cheap by any means, it’s certainly a modest price tag for such a prolific player in today’s market, and that’s all it would take to prise Semenyo from the Vitality Stadium in two months’ time.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 19

We all know Chelsea’s 'remarkable' top rated player this season – but second choice will surprise

Chelsea are more than a quarter of the way through their league season and are in the middle of their final international break until March. On the London is Blue podcast they took this as a chance to look at the squad and who has been over (and under) performing so far.

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 18

USMNT vs. Uruguay: Key takeaways from Americans' decisive win

It was a rollicking, stylish performance against one of South America's best teams — one that will define coach Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT era for years to come.

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One question for Manchester City has a £65 million answer

Lyall Thomas and Mark McAdam reported earlier this week for Sky Sports that Manchester City, alongside Tottenham and Liverpool, were monitoring Bournemouth’s versatile attacking powerhouse Antoine Semenyo ahead of the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 18

Trying to figure out where one Manchester City player fits into the City squad is no easy task

To say that the 25/26 season has been frustrating for Omar Marmoush would be an understatement. The Egyptian international suffered a knee injury on international duty earlier this season which saw him miss a significant chunk of the beginning of this season.

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / November 18