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2025 was the year that one era ended at Manchester City and it gave birth to what comes next

2025 will be looked back upon as a year of transition for Manchester City. The first half of 2025 saw Pep Guardiola’s team claw their way to Champions League qualification and also lose the FA Cup final to Crystal Palace.

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Battle begins for power at Real Madrid as Florentino Perez considers appointing CEO

Real Madrid look set to undergo major changes in the coming years, with President Florentino Perez set to shake up the structure of the club. He may also be about to hand over significant power, with a new CEO potentially to be named.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 30

Manchester City set to recall Simpson-Pusey from Celtic

Manchester City appear set to recall Jahmai Simpson-Pusey from his loan spell at Celtic. The central defender was an unused sub as Wilfried Nancy’s side were beaten 2-0 at Fir Park.

Atletico Madrid President reveals timeline for handover of power to new investors

Atletico Madrid President Enrique Cerezo has revealed that a hand over of power at the club will occur in the next four years. Earlier this season it was confirmed that investment group Apollo Sports Capital (ASC) had become majority shareholders, but the power structure and leadership at the club was maintained.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 30

Lazio’s New Midfielder: Samardzic Stock on the Rise, Inter & AC Milan Star Unlikely to Join

Lazio are keen to sign a new midfielder in January, and Atalanta’s Lazar Samardzic could be the best available solution. Last summer, Maurizio Sarri requested the arrival of a new box-to-box midfielder capable of contributing with goals and assists.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 30

Barcelona loanee ruled out for months after surgery

Elche are set to be without one of their most improved players for several months, after Hector Fort underwent surgery on his shoulder. The young Barcelona loanee had only recently broken into the starting XI under Eder Sarabia.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 30

Getafe move for Real Betis forward as star striker nervously awaits surgery results

Getafe manager Jose Bordalas has cut a frustrated figure in recent weeks, openly voicing his malcontent with the squad at his disposal, and calling for reinforcements in the winter transfer window.

Ruben Amorim News / Stretty News / December 30

'We lacked that today': Ruben Amorim outlines the one thing Man United lacked vs Wolves

Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League today. They will be thoroughly disappointed with the performance, and manager Ruben Amorim has revealed the one thing that they lack in the game against Wolves today.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 30

Shocking stat emerges after mediocre Man United draw against Wolves

Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League earlier today. Joshua Zirkzee handed them a lead midway through the first half, but Manchester United failed to make their count.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 30

Arsenal thrash Aston Villa to extend lead at top of Premier League

Arsenal delivered a commanding performance this evening as they secured a 4 1 victory over Aston Villa, sending a clear message in the Premier League title race.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 30

Electric Estevao channels Hazard with 4 successful dribbles; 13 touches in opposition box

Enzo Maresca has understandably been very cautious in introducing Estevao Willian to the Chelsea team. After some great cameos off the bench, the Brazilian had a few quiet games as a starter, then picked up a slight injury.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 30

Zanetti: ‘I was in love with Inter, Chivu always intelligent’

Javier Zanetti reveals why he turned down offers from England and Spain to see out his career at Inter, and why he knew Cristian Chivu ‘had the ability to develop as a coach.’ The club legend came to Europe from Argentina in 1995 for Inter and remained there until his retirement in 2014.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 30

Juventus is targeting a move for Atletico Madrid man

Juventus could be active in the transfer market next month and have now been linked with a potential move for a La Liga star as they continue planning for the future.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 30

‘Impressing again’: Man United player who cost just £1m hailed after mediocre first-half

Manchester United are currently level 1-1 against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. Joshua Zirkzee handed the home side the lead midway through the first half, but Manchester United struggled to assert their dominance and control the game.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 30

Pedraza targeted by Lazio for January 2026, as Nuno Tavares too frustrating

Lazio are yet to make a decision on the future of Nuno Tavares, but are meanwhile evaluating Villarreal veteran Alfonso Pedraza and Genoa’s Aaron Martin.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 30