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Tottenham keen on 'world-class' Man City star who is 'desperate' for January move

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing James Trafford from Manchester City. The 23-year-old goalkeeper has struggled for regular opportunities, and he needs to move on in order to play more often.

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Wilfried Nancy faces tough Celtic start with silver lining

Celtic’s Head of football operations Paul Tisdale put forward the Columbus Crew manager as a leading candidate for the role. Now, as per Stephen McGowan writing in The Herald, pending the final talks with Dermot Desmond, the Celtic board may move to finalise a compensation deal before next Friday’s Annual General Meeting at Celtic Park.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 15

'I agree with it' – Wesley Fofana reveals how Enzo Maresca is managing him, 'he protects me'

Wesley Fofana has revealed he’s still not back at full fitness, and is grateful for how Enzo Maresca is managing him. Fofana is now in his fourth season at Chelsea, but injuries have disrupted the previous three, and he’s made just 41 appearances for the club.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 15

Arsenal and Saka are moving in one direction regarding the winger’s future

Arsenal supporters have long identified Bukayo Saka as one of the players they most wish to see remain at the club for the long term, as the attacker has been a central figure since breaking into the first team.

Soccer News / Stretty News / November 15

Man Utd open to loaning out star who ‘can’t wait to leave’ – Two European giants prepare for January battle

Manchester United have reportedly adopted a more lenient stance on Joshua Zirkzee, who is hoping to leave the club in January. The Dutchman has been starved of playing time this season, with Ruben Amorim identifying Benjamin Sesko as his ultimate choice for the centre-forward role.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 15

Brother’s international debut prompts touching admission from Liverpool playmaker

It is not often an international friendly gives us a glimpse into something deeper than football but the Mac Allister family have grabbed the headlines again.

Troyes News / To The Lane And Back / November 15

Tottenham star ‘confident’ of coming together with N17 crowd; morale high

Wilson Odobert reflects on Tottenham’s contrasting home and away form in the Premier League this season under Thomas Frank Wilson Odobert is one of many Tottenham Hotspur players to have gone away from north London to represent his nation in this international break.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / November 15

Wilfried Nancy to Celtic. 'The Crew guys have mentioned it,' Auston Trusty

The French coach has risen to the top of Celtic’s shortlist to take over from Brendan Rodgers. Nancy is currently in charge of Columbus Crew in the MLS, where he has guided his side to both the MLS Cup and the Leagues Cup titles.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 15

'You have to respect' – Chelsea youngster opens up on 'very special' upcoming match

Marc Guiu has revealed he won’t celebrate against former club Barcelona if he scores in the upcoming Champions League clash. Chelsea host the Spanish giants at Stamford Bridge on November 25th in a huge game, which they ideally need to win after dropping points against Qarabag.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 15

Tottenham could move for €50m Ligue 1 star after having 'watched him a lot'

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing the Lyon attacker Malick Fofana. The 20-year-old has attracted a lot of interest with his performance, and Tottenham have been keeping tabs on his development for quite some time.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 15

Sources: Arsenal 'monitoring' underrated talent who’s also on Man Utd’s radar

Arsenal are understood to be among the clubs keeping an eye on Jurrien Timber’s twin brother Quentin, currently on the books at Feyenoord. As first reported in my exclusive here for the Daily Briefing, the 24-year-old Dutchman is nearing the end of his contract at Feyenoord, with Borussia Dortmund leading the race for his signature.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 15

'Premier league top clubs are' – Romano provides update on future of Chelsea transfer target

Top Premier League clubs have started to explore a move for Juventus star Kenan Yildiz according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Chelsea have previously been linked with Yildiz, but the Blues made five attacking signings in the summer as they totally revamped their forward line.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 15

Arsenal is no longer keen on signing Real Madrid man

Arsenal were among the most prominent suitors for Rodrygo during the summer, at a time when it appeared increasingly possible that the attacker might depart Real Madrid.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 15

Bradley position change could influence Liverpool’s next tactical tweak

There are times when an international performance tells us more about Liverpool than it does about the team actually playing. Conor Bradley’s shift into a far more advanced position for Northern Ireland could open an intriguing discussion about how we might evolve under our head coach.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / November 15

Two for the price of one – Why Man Utd are eyeing £106m double swoop

Manchester United could do their shopping in Germany next summer, as they’re reportedly lining up moves for Angelo Stiller and Karim Adeyemi. The Red Devils are coming from a prosperous summer, recruiting Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Senne Lammens.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 15

Matt Law reveals what he was 'pretty much told' at start of the season about Maresca’s future

Chelsea insider Matt Law has revealed what he was told about the future of Enzo Maresca at the start of the season. Maresca is now into his second season in charge at Stamford Bridge having replaced Mauricio Pochettino in the summer of 2024.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 15

Man United accelerating efforts to sign €120m-rated Bundesliga duo

Manchester United are reportedly accelerating their squad planning, and have made Bundesliga duo Karim Adeyemi and Angelo Stiller key parts of their plans.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / November 15

£150m bid for Jude Bellingham prepared after significant developments at Real Madrid

Real Madrid reportedly face a dilemma next summer as star midfield player Jude Bellingham is expected to be the subject of a bid from Manchester City. There are supposedly some question marks over Bellingham’s adaptation to playing under the tactics of new manager Xabi Alonso, and it could mean he’ll end up leaving the club.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / November 15

Van Dijk’s verdict on Poland draw shows familiar tone Liverpool have heard before

The comments coming out of the Netherlands camp after their 1-1 draw in Warsaw offered more layers than the scoreline suggested, especially when our own captain was front and centre in the discussion.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 15

TalkSPORT: Chelsea one of three Premier League clubs to have scouted 9 G/A La Liga star

Chelsea are one of three Premier League clubs to have scouted Cameroon striker Karl Etta Eyong, but are yet to make a meaningful move for the Levante star according to reports.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 15

New bid can’t be ruled out as Liverpool battle City & Tottenham for world class transfer

A new bid for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo reportedly can’t be ruled out in this January’s transfer window. That’s according to Sky Sports, with the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham all lurking for the Ghana international after his superb form in the Premier League.

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 14