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£20m defender deal a reminder to Chelsea of their transfer mistakes of the past

Marc Guehi yesterday completed a £20m move to Man City, a painful moment for Chelsea fans. The Blues are on the lookout for a central defender right now – they’re being heavily linked with a move for Jeremy Jacquet of Rennes.

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Tottenham want title-winning manager with 63% win rate with Thomas Frank on the brink

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in the former Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez. The 44-year-old manager is currently a free agent, and Tottenham is considering him as a replacement for Thomas Frank, as per Fichajes.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 20

Sarri Opens up on Lazio Mercato Debacle: 'I Stepped Aside, Lotito Decides'

In the aftermath of the agonizing defeat to Como, Lazio head coach Maurizio Sarri faced the press while admitting that he’s no longer involved in transfer market decisions.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 20

Report: Liverpool have the ‘strongest’ interest in Bundesliga gem; Reds set to make ‘formal approach’

Liverpool reportedly have the ‘strongest’ interest of any suitor for a highly coveted youngster from the Bundesliga. The Reds are among multiple clubs to have been linked with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande over the past few recent months, and Fabrizio Romano hinted last week that the 19-year-old is likely to depart his current club in the summer.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 20

'Who was at centre back?' – Jamie Carragher spot on with Chelsea verdict this week

It’s not often I will say Jamie Carragher is spot on, but this week, Jamie Carragher is ABSOLUTELY spot on I’m afraid! To be honest, I’ve found myself actually agreeing with a lot of the things Carragher has said about Chelsea in the last couple of years.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 20

Lineker lauds ‘absolutely outstanding’ Man Utd man after Carrick played to his strengths vs City – it paid off big time

Gary Lineker, like everyone else who witnessed the full 90 minutes, was amazed at Manchester United’s performance on Saturday afternoon. The Red Devils overturned arch-rivals Manchester City 2-0 on home soil to go within a point of the top four.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 20

Attacker deal is off in January as Man United refuse to go ahead with the move

Joshua Zirkzee’s hopes of securing a return to Serie A this month have been dashed, with Roma director of football Frederic Massara confirming that Manchester United have flatly refused to sanction a January move.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 20

Club plan to resist any Chelsea move to try and sign their centre back this window

A club is planning to resist any Chelsea move to try and sign their centre back during this current January transfer window. Chelsea are on the hunt to sign a new centre back this window, something that has now become hugely public and out there in the media.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / January 20

Euro giants begin long term managerial planning with Arsenal boss Arteta a candidate

Barcelona have quietly begun mapping out their long-term managerial strategy, and two high-profile names are already on the club’s radar: Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta and Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 20

Romano: ‘Internal meeting’ held with Carrick on Monday to assess transfer plans as 24-year-old being firmly targeted

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United chiefs have met with Michael Carrick this week to draw up plans for the remainder of the transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 20

'There is an idea' – Fabrizio Romano reveals internal Chelsea transfer plans

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed the latest internal Chelsea transfer plans on one player this January transfer window. The Blues have not done any business at all yet this winter as we go into day 20 of the transfer window being open.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 20

Schmeichel: Carrick call instantly paid off with ‘fantastic’ star who has to be a mainstay for the rest of the season

Peter Schmeichel was delighted to see Manchester United come out on top via such an enthralling performance in the Manchester derby. While the former shot-stopper did represent both sides of the historic rivalry in his playing career, he has maintained his love for the Red Devils over their noisy neighbours since hanging up his gloves.

West Ham United News / Caught Offside / January 20

Terms agreed: West Ham United set to receive new bid for 28-year-old

Flamengo are preparing to return with a new offer for Lucas Paquetá this week as they continue their push to bring the West Ham United star back to Brazil, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / January 20

Tensions at Tottenham: Thomas Frank’s decision has upset Spurs star

Tottenham Hotspur’s internal pressure has intensified after manager Thomas Frank once again excluded Mathys Tel from the club’s UEFA Champions League squad list, according to Fabrizio Romano.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / January 20

Sources: Liverpool prepare concrete bid for €100m sensation who wants to play for them

RB Leipzig’s explosive young forward Yan Diomande has become one of the most coveted players of the winter transfer window, with several European giants preparing for what could become one of the biggest bidding wars of 2026.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Opinion: Arsenal may regret not taking advantage of rivals poor form

Manchester City have failed to win any of their last four Premier League matches, while Aston Villa have not claimed victory in their last two. This sequence of results is the type of form that should encourage Arsenal supporters as their side continues its pursuit of the league crown at the end of the season.

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Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 19

Did Pep Guardiola give a clue about one Manchester City players future?

Oscar Bobb hasn’t played for Manchester City since he was injured in the opening 20 minutes of City’s 2-nil Carabao Cup quarter-final win over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium in December.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Arsenal target agrees personal terms with their London rivals

Arsenal are set to miss out on Jeremy Jacquet after the defender agreed personal terms on a move to Chelsea, a development that represents a setback in the club’s recruitment plans ahead of the end of the season.

FIFA president condemns 'ugly scenes' from Senegal's AFCON win

FIFA president Gianni Infantino took to social media Monday to condemn the "ugly scenes" that marred Senegal's win over Morocco during Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.

Seville News / Field Level Media / January 19

U.S. No. 15 in FIFA men's world rankings as Senegal makes huge leap

The United States dropped one spot to No. 15 in the first FIFA men's world rankings of the World Cup year as Senegal vaulted seven spots to an all-time high of No.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 19

Zinchenko is set to move abroad on loan this month

Oleksandr Zinchenko’s loan spell at Nottingham Forest is expected to end earlier than planned, with a move to Ajax now close to completion. The defender joined Forest after falling out of favour with Arsenal, but his time at the City Ground has not developed as anticipated.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 19

Real Madrid's woe could be Folarin Balogun's UCL gain

Real Madrid is the winningest team in European history, but in 2026, it's losing battles on all fronts. If there's ever a time to play it in European competition, that time is right now.

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Celta Vigo News / Field Level Media / January 19

Inter Miami fully acquire playoff hero Tadeo Allende

Inter Miami CF fully acquired attacker Tadeo Allende from La Liga side Celta de Vigo on Monday. The 26-year-old Argentina native spent last season on loan with the 2025 MLS Cup champions.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 19

Tottenham vs. Borussia Dortmund – Team News and Match Preview

Tottenham Hotspur will turn their focus to the Champions League this midweek, as Tuesday night may represent their final chance to salvage something from a season that is rapidly going into a downward spiral.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 19

Marc Guehi’s pointed dig at Liverpool in first Man City interview

Liverpool’s long-running pursuit of a defensive solution has taken an uncomfortable turn after a familiar name surfaced in Manchester rather than on Merseyside.

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.