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Serie A giants eyeing loan swoop for ‘special’ Liverpool beast; Arne Slot will surely say no

According to reports from Italy, one Liverpool player is wanted on loan by a Serie A club for the second half of the season. As we reported for Empire of the Kop in the final days of the summer transfer window, AC Milan had been attempting to prise Joe Gomez from the Reds just before the 1 September deadline, but the defender remained at Anfield.

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Napoli risk transfer ban & Lazio free after Serie A financial review: the situation

Fresh from lifting the Supercoppa Italiana, Napoli could soon be dealing with a transfer-related issue away from the pitch, as reports indicate that Lazio will be free to operate in the upcoming January market.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 23

Livingston v Celtic – Wilfried Nancy’s Pre-Match Media Conference

Celtic held their pre-match mainstream media conferences today with Benjamin Nancy and Wilfried Nancy ahead of the match away to Livingston on Saturday afternoon (27 December)… Celtic fan media remains banned, pending the outcome of Celtic’s ‘review’ which as things stand has not involved any communication whatsoever.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 23

Lele Adani Explains Why Pundits Must Be Ruthless With Inter Milan: 'They Are The Strongest In Italy'

Retired Italian defender Lele Adani insists that Inter Milan boast the strongest squad in Serie A, which makes them the target of scathing criticism. The Nerazzurri currently sit at the top of the Serie A table with 33 points from 15 matches.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Chelsea have third best player in the Premier League in this position – even their fans might not guess

We’re just two games away from the halfway point of the Premier League season, making it a perfect time to take a look at the stats behind Chelsea’s season so far.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Will Gabriel Jesus start against Crystal Palace?

Gabriel Jesus has returned to full fitness, yet he continues to wait for his first Arsenal start since suffering a long-term injury, raising questions over whether that opportunity could come against Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 23

Inter Milan targets another Juventus player in a Frattesi swap deal

Juventus have been linked with a potential move for Davide Frattesi from Inter Milan, as Luciano Spalletti looks to reunite with the midfielder he previously coached with the Italy national team.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 23

Report – Inter Milan Earmark Krasnodar & Armenia Star As Henrikh Mkhitaryan Long-Term Heir

Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly set their sights on Krasnodar playmaker Eduard Spertsyan. According to FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri have identified the 25-year-old as a potential long-term replacement for Henrik Mkhitaryan.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 23

Romano: Amorim willing to do the unthinkable if Man Utd prevail in ‘crazy’ January transfer battle

Fabrizio Romano reveals the latest developments in the rapidly escalating race to sign Antoine Semenyo, involving Manchester United and three other Premier League giants.

AC Milan News / Caught Offside / December 23

Chelsea told to sign 'pure talent' who will make a difference like Thiago Silva

Chelsea have been linked with the move for the AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan in recent months. They were expected to sign the 30-year-old French international during the summer transfer window, but the move did not work out.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Paul Joyce outlines Semenyo and Guehi updates as January picture sharpens

Liverpool’s January intentions are rarely spelled out in public, but a trusted voice has now added important context around two names long associated with us.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 23

Rapids name Matt Wells as head coach

The Colorado Rapids named Matt Wells as their new head coach on Tuesday. Wells, 37, has been an assistant coach at English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur since April 2023.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Maresca comments show how Newcastle trip can help Chelsea in one of their biggest games of the season to come

The Evening Standard today are taking a rare midweek without a Chelsea game as a chance to look at the Blues’ season and Enzo Maresca’s situation at the club.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Arsenal loanee can’t stop winning as his form leads to another win

Jakub Kiwior has continued to establish himself as one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season, even while playing away from the Emirates Stadium.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Report: Liverpool now monitoring ‘dream’ forward who’s outscoring Hugo Ekitike this season

Liverpool have reportedly added a prolific centre-forward to their list of prospective signings for 2026. Arne Slot is currently working with a heavily

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

'Because of those reasons…' – Jamie Carragher apologises to Chelsea fans after snubbing star man

Monday Night Football last night had Jamie Carragher on, putting together his team of the season so far. There were no Chelsea players in there – perhaps harsh, but to be fair we haven’t been one of the main storylines of the season.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 23

Aston Villa in pole position to sign Wolves star

Aston Villa have emerged as the latest club to register concrete interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers defender David Møller Wolfe, as Unai Emery continues to shape his squad with both the present and future in mind.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Ornstein says Chelsea join Man U and Bayern in chase of rising Premier League star

A lot of people will tell you that international football doesn’t matter anymore, but in some cases it has a huge amount of power. There’s no better example than Elliot Anderson.

Sampdoria News / Extratime Talk / December 23

Inter Miami’s 2026 Preseason Tour Strengthens South American Ties In Medellin and Beyond

Inter Miami’s 2026 preseason tour is not just a warm-up for another MLS campaign—it’s a continued statement. While most MLS clubs treat preseason as a closed-door tune-up or low key affair, Inter Miami continues to operate with a global, and specifically Latin American, mindset.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Barcelona line up move to sign Crystal Palace player next year

Barcelona are actively assessing their defensive options ahead of the new year, with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi and Aston Villa star Pau Torres both emerging as prominent names on the club’s shortlist.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Merson expects Morgan Rogers to bench Arsenal star on the England team

Every Arsenal player representing a nation that has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is working tirelessly to secure a place in their national squad.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 23

Simon Jordan makes bizarre claim about Alexander Isak after his severe injury

TalkSPORT pundit Simon Jordan has found himself at the centre of controversy after suggesting that “karma” may have played a role in Alexander Isak’s serious injury during Liverpool’s 2-1 victory away at Tottenham Hotspur.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 23

How important is Odegaard’s form to Arsenal’s overall success?

Martin Odegaard has returned after an injury-plagued start to the season, and his quality has quickly become evident once again. As Arsenal captain, his presence carries significant weight, and his return represents a major boost for the Gunners at a crucial stage of the campaign.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Report: Liverpool eyeing potential free transfer which could resolve recurring issue for Slot

According to reports from Spain, Liverpool are eyeing a prospective free transfer for a versatile LaLiga operator who’s approaching the end of his current contract.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 23

Man Utd poised to buy two EPL stars from four-man shortlist as INEOS sanction major midfield overhaul

Manchester United will reportedly sign two new midfielders in the summer, with four main candidates lined up. The Red Devils currently have four first-team central midfielders among their ranks, but none of them is guaranteed to stay beyond the summer.

Crystal Palace News / Esteemed Kompany / December 23

There is one return to come for Manchester City that could add another element to their play

As Manchester City enter the brief Christmas break they are well-placed to kick on from the solid platform that they have built. Pep Guardiola’s side are second in the Premier League, in a good position in the Champions League, and have a semi-final tie in the Carabao Cup against Newcastle United to look forward to.