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Tottenham ready to sign £48m-rated 'amazing talent' who has won the Champions League

Christian Pulisic has been linked with a return to the Premier League, and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on him. Manchester United and Arsenal are also monitoring his situation, and a report from Calciomercato claims the player could be made available for £48 million.

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Chelsea player now rated as 'very likely' to be out of the Blues’ project this summer

Chelsea centre back Benoit Badiashile is now rated as “very likely” to be out of the Blues’ project ahead of the summer window. The Blues are already being

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 9

Telegraph: Man Utd plotting hugely surprising swoop for £55m PL star – but CL qualification imperative

Manchester United have set their sights on a surprise move for unsettled Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali. The Telegraph revealed on Sunday evening that the 30-capped Italian international has been placed ‘high’ on United’s shortlist ahead of a summer in which he’s expected to be on the move.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / February 9

Report: Arsenal hold advantage in race to sign experienced Bundesliga midfielder

Arsenal are keeping a close watch on the contract situation of Leon Goretzka, with the midfielder emerging as a potential free-transfer target ahead of the summer window.

Fiorentina News / Caught Offside / February 9

Man United enter race to sign 21-year-old Premier League star with a unique skill set

Michael Kayode’s rapid rise in the Premier League has sparked widespread interest, with several of England’s biggest clubs now tracking the Brentford wing-back ahead of a potential summer move.

Marseille News / Caught Offside / February 9

Source: Man United face Arsenal competition to sign 25-year-old Rashford replacement

Iliman Ndiaye is establishing himself as one of the best attacking talents in the Premier League, and his name is already being pencilled into conversations ahead of the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 9

ESPN: Chelsea now advancing in talks to sign former Manchester City striker

Chelsea are reportedly now advancing in talks to sign former Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez, according to ESPN. The Blues are already being linked

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / February 8

Santi Cazorla criticises La Liga following Real Oviedo controversy – 'Light years away from the Premier League'

The last couple of days have been difficult for Real Oviedo, whose La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano was postponed hours before kick off was due to take place.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / February 8

Atletico Madrid captain slams club over handling of Metropolitano pitch after Real Betis defeat

Atletico Madrid were desperately disappointed to lose 1-0 at home to Real Betis on Sunday, with Antony’s goal separating the teams. It was a poor performance from Diego Simeone’s side, who had beaten the same opponents 5-0 in their own backyard only three days prior.

Soccer News / The Trivela Effect / February 8

The 10 most underrated Bundesliga players in 2026

The Bundesliga is one of the most overlooked leagues in European football despite being one of the four most popular around the world in terms of overall interest, and while it lacks the same star power it has in the past, part of that is because so many of their best players do not get their deserved plaudits.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / February 8

Galatasaray made shock €30m offer for Barcelona star in January

Barcelona had a relatively quiet winter transfer window, with only one signing (Joao Cancelo) and one departure (Marc-Andre ter Stegen). There were chances for more players to leave Hansi Flick’s squad during the month, with Marc Bernal being one of those that attracted significant attention.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 8

How much Newcastle United wants before selling Arsenal target

Newcastle United are reluctant to sell Sandro Tonali despite growing interest from Arsenal, although it is widely accepted that every player has a price.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 8

Why Arsenal is right to have kept Mikel Arteta despite the lack of trophies

Some criticism has followed Arsenal’s decision to retain Mikel Arteta as manager for as long as they have, with some observers believing he should have been dismissed earlier.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 8

Alan Shearer makes bold Leeds United Premier League prediction

Alan Shearer has backed Leeds United to remain in the Premier League, insisting their formidable home form will be the deciding factor in preserving their top-flight status.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 8

Opinion: This Arsenal team is set up for long-term success

Arsenal are closing in on a potential league crown this season and could also secure another cup alongside it. Their strong position has been built on sustained performances rather than short-term fortune, with Mikel Arteta guiding one of the most impressive Arsenal sides seen in many years.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 8

Pep Guardiola reveals true feeling about controversial red card to Dominic Szoboszlai

VAR’s decision to chalk off a late Manchester City goal and send Dominik Szoboszlai off has been widely criticised, with critics claiming that VAR is killing the fun in the game.

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Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / February 8

Manchester City had the right man for the big moment at Anfield

Manchester City picked a precious 2-1 win over Liverpool at Anfield today. The city’s win sees them remain within touching distance of Arsenal, who sit top of the Premier League.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 8

'You can’t believe…' – Jamie Carragher calls out Liverpool player over costly moment at Anfield

Jamie Carragher was critical of Alisson Becker over the penalty incident which led to Manchester City’s stoppage-time winner at Anfield on Sunday. After Dominik Szoboszlai had opened the scoring with a long-range free kick, Bernardo Silva had equalised, with the teams level at 1-1 going into added time before all hell broke loose.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 8

Surprising: Liam Delap beats, Enzo, Joao Pedro and Estevao in key attacking stat

We’re two thirds of the way through the Premier League season now, and it’s time to look at how the whole squad are getting on. After battering Wolves yesterday, Chelsea moved to the top of the xG table.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 8

Liverpool fans wrong for what they did at the start of the game against Manchester City – opinion

Liverpool fans made their feelings crystal clear at Anfield today, greeting Marc Guehi with a chorus of boos as his name was announced in the Manchester City starting lineup.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 8

'Hopefully he can' – Liam Rosenior reveals what he wants from 'magnificent' player he loves working with

Liam Rosenior has admitted he loves watching Cole Palmer play and hopes the England international can now stay fit. Chelsea made it four league wins in a row with a 3-1 win away at Wolves on Saturday afternoon, and remain just a point behind fourth placed Manchester United.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 8

7 tackles, 9 recoveries, 9 chances created – Chelsea star’s insane stats blow everyone’s minds

Cole Palmer will steal all the headlines for his performance against Wolves yesterday, and rightly so. He scored a hattrick in the first half, effectively winning the game for Chelsea before the first period of the game was done.

Brentford FC News / To The Lane And Back / February 8

Alan Shearer delivers verdict on referee’s decision to send Cristian Romero off as he takes aim at the Argentine’s ‘leadership’

Thomas Frank’s woes at the helm at Hotspur Way continued as Tottenham Hotspur were defeated by Manchester United at Old Trafford (FT 2-0) yesterday. Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes found the back of the net as 10-man Tottenham suffered yet another loss, which leaves the Lilywhites languishing in 14th place with only 29 points on the board.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 8

Cristian Romero Suspension: Shocking Tackle Sees Spurs Captain Sent Off And Suspended For Four Games

The Cristian Romero suspension will see the Spurs captain miss four upcoming games after his sending off against Manchester United and his recent comments about the club’s squad issues.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / February 8

Manchester City and Liverpool have confirmed their starting lineups

Manchester City and Liverpool have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of today’s Premier League fixture at Anfield. Pep Guardiola’s side knows the challenge posed by Liverpool at Anfield.

Real Sociedad News / To The Lane And Back / February 8

Journo sheds light on potential summer battle between Arsenal and Tottenham for Bundesliga vet whose contract runs out soon

The Leon Goretzka saga was one of the talking points in the recently concluded winter transfer window. The Bayern Munich midfielder is out of contract at the end of the season, and the Bavarian giants have already announced that he will leave the club as a free agent.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / February 8

Tottenham will have to battle Arsenal to sign €100m-rated midfielder who’s been a central figure for Serie A giants

Tottenham have had quite a few transfer tussles against Arsenal in recent years, and it looks like the North London clubs will resume that off-the-pitch rivalry once again when next summer comes around.