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Red Bulls re-sign veteran D Tim Parker for 2026 season

The New York Red Bulls re-signed veteran defender Tim Parker on Friday for the 2026 season with an option through June 2027. Parker, 32, recorded one goal in 13 regular season matches (10 starts) during his second stint with the Red Bulls in 2025.

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Agent Reveals Lazio, Inter & AC Milan Are Vying for Croatian Full-Back

Lazio are one of four Serie A clubs keeping tabs on Dinamo Zagreb right-back Moris Valincic, at least according to the player’s agent. The Biancocelesti are bracing themselves for what should be an eventful January.

Hellas Verona News / SempreInter.com / December 19

Inter Milan Identify Hellas Verona Winger Belghali As Potential Solution Amid Dumfries Concerns

Inter are assessing the market for a right-sided alternative following the injury to Denzel Dumfries, with Hellas Verona winger Rafik Belghali emerging as a potential option.

Lille News / Football Italia / December 19

Juventus’s David wins Canada Player of the Year for 2025

Juventus forward Jonathan David has been officially crowned the Canada Soccer Men’s Player of the Year winner for 2025, his second consecutive and third

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 19

Udinese deferred to disciplinary commission over Mandragora transfer from Juventus

Udinese have been formally deferred to the FIGC tribunal over alleged inflated transfer fees around Rolando Mandragora following deals with Juventus. The Friulani had already expressed ‘surprise’ that the authorities requested the indictment, which was formally handed down today.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 19

Man Utd and Chelsea in tug of war for 'great player', but transfer advice could change everything

Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in signing the highly rated Koln attacker Said El Mala. The 19-year-old has impressed in Germany this season, and he has attracted the attention of the two Premier League clubs.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

Every big club fighting to sign English attacker as Spurs launch aggressive push

Leicester City attacker Jeremy Monga has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. The 16-year-old is highly talented, and he is rated by several top teams.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Arteta backs Gyokeres to shine in the second half of the season

Viktor Gyokeres has not scored as frequently as he or Arsenal would have hoped following his high-profile move from Sporting Club in the summer. The club invested heavily to secure his signature, and expectations were significant after he scored more than 50 goals last season.

Lille News / Football Italia / December 19

Spalletti shuts down David rumours but jokes: ‘He put parmesan on seafood pasta’

Luciano Spalletti has shut down rumours that Jonathan David has become an isolated figure in the Juventus dressing room and that he was not invited to

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

'100% complete, perfect' – Maresca names Newcastle’s biggest strength

Chelsea take on Newcastle tomorrow, and Enzo Maresca has been taking his press conference ahead of the game, where he was asked some tactical questions about his plans for taking on Eddie Howe’s side.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Aston Villa vs Manchester United: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Aston Villa vs Manchester United will be a fascinating clash on Matchday 17 of the 2025/26 Premier League as the Red Devils fight to end the amazing winning run of Unai Emery’s side when the two teams meet each other at Villa Park on Sunday, December 21.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 19

Amorim plots €100m move for star-boy who could be key to Man United’s new era

Manchester United are interested in signing the Turkish attacker Kenan Yildiz from Juventus. The 20-year-old is regarded as one of the most talented young players in European football right now.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Marcus Rashford Barcelona Form: Boost to Man United Loanee’s Career

The Marcus Rashford Barcelona form is a far cry from his final days at Manchester United. The 28-year-old English forward, who is on loan to Barcelona for the 2025/26 season, is enjoying his stint at the Catalan club.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 19

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool is going to be the marquee clash for Matchday 17 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign as the desperate North London side look to get back to winning ways against a reinvigorated Liverpool side in what should be a highly entertaining match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, December 20.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 19

Tottenham plot move for 26-year-old Chelsea target after Paratici’s green light

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan in the coming months. They will face competition from London rivals Chelsea, as per Fichajes, and it will be interesting to see where the Italian defender ends up.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

'Probably' – Maresca surprises journalists with update on injured star

Enzo Maresca has just taken his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Newcastle tomorrow, and as always he started with some team news: “We are good, yeah.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Guardiola continues to play mind games with Arsenal in the title race

Manchester City are currently only two points behind Arsenal in the Premier League table, and they could overtake the Gunners this weekend. Should Everton manage to defeat Arsenal and Manchester City secure a victory against West Ham, the Citizens would move to the top of the table.