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Deal done: Liverpool confirm January signing of electric winger with 24 goals

Liverpool Women have signed Aurélie Csillag of SC Freiburg in the January transfer window, the club has confirmed. The winger joins Anna Josendal (Hammarby) and Martha Thomas (on loan from Tottenham) in bolstering Gareth Taylor’s side.

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Chiesa’s lack of game time gives Juventus hope despite Liverpool’s demands

Federico Chiesa has been struggling for playing time even during Mohamed Salah’s absence at Liverpool, so the Italian remains on the Juventus radar despite the Reds’ demands.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / January 19

Celtic winning in Bologna will be tough, but not impossible

Next up for Martin O’Neill and his players is a trip to Italy to face Bologna FC 1909 in the penultimate Europa League group stage game, and if we have any realistic aspirations of qualifying, then we have to take something from this match… Celtic’s incentive in winning the game is clear.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

‘Really would prefer…’ – Journalist outlines Liverpool’s stance on sacking Arne Slot mid-season

Arne Slot is highly unlikely to be removed from his position as Liverpool head coach before the end of the season, but his long-term fate at Anfield is far from secure.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 19

Chivas Revival Evident Early in 2026 Liga MX Clausura Season

The 2026 Liga MX Clausura season hits a brief pause for an (unofficial) international window in late January. With three matchdays completed for all clubs, early trends are beginning to take shape, while the transfer window remains open until February 9 for teams looking to strengthen their title ambitions.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 19

Former Chelsea boss could save Blues with surprise January loan move for attacker

Chelsea’s January moves have taken a while to get going, but at last it feels like things are in motion. There are strong links to a new defender to come in and boost our back line, but there’s also a lot of fiddling around further forward to do.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Pundit discuss what Villa has lost in the title race with Arsenal

After Manchester United defeated Manchester City at the weekend, the club with the clearest opportunity to close the gap on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table was Aston Villa.

Manchester City News / Football Italia / January 19

Akanji: I didn’t consider Man City return, Arsenal ‘not the very best’

Manuel Akanji says there’s ‘no possibility’ for him to return to Manchester City in the January window and is ‘ready’ to face Arsenal in the Champions League tomorrow: ‘A top side, but not the very best.’ Akanji previewed tomorrow’s Champions League match between Inter and Arsenal at a press conference on Monday.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Stats expert sets Liverpool benchmark ahead of Marseille clash

Liverpool’s Champions League trip to Marseille has taken on added significance after a fresh statistical breakdown underlined just how fine our current margins really are.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / January 19

Celtic is an analogue club in a digital world, regressing at a rapid pace

Martin O’Neill required additions yesterday, and this window is already showing worrying signs of becoming another damaging failure, with repercussions

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 19

Swiss Man City Owned Defender Ahead Of Inter Milan Vs Arsenal Clash: 'Can Play In Midfield If Needed'

Inter Milan star Manuel Akanji could reportedly start in midfield in tomorrow night’s clash against Arsenal. During the pre-match conference via FCInterNews, the 30-year-old confirmed he would be open to taking a new role.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Ben Jacobs update: Chelsea consider 28 year old Premier League defender if French side ask too much for youngster

Chelsea are closing in on their first major piece of incoming business since the summer. The Blues are after Jeremy Jacquet of Rennes, and all the top sources like Fabrizio Romano are saying we’re making serious moves to secure him this month.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / January 19

Inter Milan Coach Cristian Chivu Insists: 'Know How To Approach Arsenal Clash, Dimarco Better Than I Was'

Cristian Chivu insists his Inter Milan side knows how to approach matches like the one against Arsenal. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the 45-year-old also hailed his starting wingback, Federico Dimarco.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 19

Thomas Frank wanted by Premier League club if sacked by Tottenham

Crystal Palace are preparing to offer Thomas Frank the managerial role at Selhurst Park this summer, according to Football Insider. With Oliver Glasner set to depart at the end of the season, the Eagles have accelerated their search for a new long-term leader and Frank has emerged as their preferred candidate.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Exclusive says Chelsea to make first major January move to set up sale

Chelsea’s January has taken a while to get going, but it seems moves are now being made. Nizaar Kinsella of the BBC has just followed up on his report from last week that striker David Datro Fofana was going to be recalled from his loan spell in the Turkish Super Lig.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 19

Crystal Palace ready to sell another star player for £35m

Juventus have renewed their efforts to sign Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace after seeing their opening proposal rejected, according to the Daily Mail.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 19

Spurs eye €30M rated ‘true leader’ French International star

ESPN, amongst many, are suggesting that Tottenham are shaping up to secure an exciting defensive reinforcement in Pierre Kalulu. Tottenham Hotspur are heavily linked with him, but they’re not alone.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 19

Super manager says no to replacing Thomas Frank at Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur’s managerial uncertainty has taken another twist as The Independent reports that recently dismissed Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso is not interested in taking over at Spurs.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea make transfer decision to recall 40-goal striker this month

Fabrizio Romano has reported that Chelsea have now made a transfer decision to recall a striker who has 40 career goals so far. This is a decision that they’ve made during the January transfer window this month, and one that has been confirmed by the transfer expert this morning.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Tim Howard sends a message to Arteta about Gyokeres

There have been growing calls for Mikel Arteta to drop Viktor Gyokeres from the Arsenal team as the striker continues to struggle in front of goal. Since arriving at the Emirates, his performances have failed to match expectations, and his inability to score regularly has become a major talking point.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Opta prediction sets Liverpool target ahead of Marseille trip

Liverpool’s upcoming Champions League visit to Marseille has been framed clearly by fresh Opta modelling, offering us a precise statistical target on the road in France.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Liverpool reality emerges as Champions League maths becomes clear

Liverpool’s season may yet hinge on Europe rather than the domestic picture, with the latest Champions League permutations offering clarity on what we actually need.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Do you like the rotation of Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke?

In the summer, a section of Arsenal fans did not want the club to sign Noni Madueke, but opinion has shifted significantly since his arrival. The winger has grown in stature within the squad and has won over supporters through consistent and reliable performances.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 19

Tottenham eye €50m winger move as Semenyo arrival complicates 22-year-old’s future

Tottenham Hotspur have been underachieving under Thomas Frank for some time now. They were beaten 2-1 by West Ham at home on Saturday, leaving further questions over Thomas Frank‘s status in North London.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Arsenal matched a 14-year record in their draw against Forest

Arsenal played out a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest on Saturday evening, marking their second consecutive draw in the Premier League after producing the same scoreline against Liverpool.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Captain message looms after Van Dijk plans Liverpool meeting

Liverpool’s response to another frustrating afternoon may not come on the pitch, but behind closed doors as our captain prepares to address the squad. With draws beginning to shape the narrative around our season, Virgil van Dijk is expected to hold a players’ meeting at the AXA Training Centre following the 1–1 with Burnley.