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'An exciting time' – Chalobah opens up on working under Rosenior, reveals his message to the squad

Trevoh Chalobah has stated the FA Cup holds a special place in his heart, as he revealed what Liam Rosenior has said to the players. Chelsea get their FA Cup campaign underway against Championship side Charlton in the third round on Saturday evening.

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Xabi Alonso gives Kylian Mbappe update amid injection talk – ‘We’ll evaluate the risk, but we’re not kamikaze’

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso did not rule out a pain-killing injection for star forward Kylian Mbappe ahead of the Spanish Supercup final against Barcelona.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 10

Celtic v Dundee United – Jim Goodwin on Martin O’Neill

Dundee United boss Jim Goodwin has spoken glowingly about Celtic interim boss Martin O’Neill as the two sides prepare to meet at Celtic Park this afternoon… Goodwin arrives in Glasgow with confidence after guiding his team to a victory over Wilfried Nancy’s Celtic at Tannadice last month.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / January 10

Milan face one last obstacle to extend Maignan’s contract

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Mike Maignan has agreed to extend his contract with Milan, so the Rossoneri are now negotiating over agent fees before putting pen to paper on a new deal until 2030.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 10

Coveted Man Utd man hints where his future lies after club manager confirms he ‘would like to take him’

Toby Collyer is one Manchester United player whose future is up in the air this month. Back in the summer and after garnering interest from a host of clubs, the midfielder decided to join West Brom on loan to gain some invaluable first-team experience throughout the 2025/2026 term.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 10

Manchester City will challenge Arsenal for Premier League defender

Tino Livramento has emerged as a potential transfer target for Arsenal ahead of the summer window, with the Gunners reportedly considering a move to strengthen their squad.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 10

Tottenham’s interest in 5 G/A PL midfielder shows club’s discontent with James Maddison – View

While many Tottenham Hotspur supporters have already written off the 2025/26 season, Thomas Frank will know that the ongoing January transfer window can end up defining how the rest of this campaign pans out at Hotspur Way.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / January 10

A proper Celtic Manager maps out crucial weeks ahead

Martin O’Neill believes the coming weeks will be decisive for Celtic’s season, stressing that recruitment efforts are ongoing behind the scenes… The Hoops have added only one face so far during the January transfer window, securing defender Julian Araujo on loan from Bournemouth.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / January 10

26 G/A this season: Liverpool transfer target namedrops Reds as potential destination

Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis has named Liverpool as one team he’d potentially consider a transfer to, though he’s not currently expecting a move.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 10

£8.5m Chelsea ace returns to club after having his loan terminated

Chelsea have confirmed left back Caleb Wiley has returned to the club after his loan spell at Championship side Watford was terminated. Wiley joined Chelsea from MLS side Atalanta United in the summer of 2024, and spent the first half of that season on loan at Strasbourg.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / January 10

Sources: Liverpool early favourites to sign 'superb' 23-year-old attacker

Liverpool are understood to be showing the strongest interest in a potential transfer move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. Although there have also been transfer rumours linking Barcola as a target for Arsenal and Chelsea, my current information is that Liverpool have done the most work on this potential deal.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 10

Arsenal star puts pen to paper on a new long-term deal

Bukayo Saka has committed his future to Arsenal after agreeing to a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2031, as reported by ESPN. The agreement brings to an end lengthy discussions between the player and the club, with Arsenal keen to secure his services as part of their long-term planning.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 10

'He wants Tottenham': Expert believes Spurs are signing a 'great footballer'

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed on a deal to sign the Santos defender Souza. South American football expert Tim Vickery has now revealed that the 19-year-old

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 10

Official: Chelsea announce deal for talented left winger

Chelsea have announced that academy talent Ryan Kavuma-McQueen has signed his first professional contract with the club. The Blues are renowned for having one of the best academies in world football, and have produced so many top class players over the years.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 10

Sources: Five candidates, one 'heavy favourite' for Man United job as World Cup could impact plans

Manchester United are internally discussing as many as five main candidates to take over as the club’s permanent manager next season. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, my understanding is that Old Trafford chiefs are particularly keen on Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 10

Unai Emery pushing for Aston Villa to seal €25m attacker transfer

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly keen for the club to invest €25m in the potential transfer of Atletico Madrid attacking midfielder Thiago Almada.

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Ray Parlour urges Chelsea to sign La Liga star, claims every Blues fan 'would have him'

Former Arsenal player Ray Parlour has urged Chelsea to bring Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger back to the club. The Blues once again heavily invested in their squad over the summer, and made five attacking signings as they totally revamped the frontline.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 10

Romano: Confirmed – All parties ready for Man Utd to complete £26m deal, negotiations to begin imminently

Barcelona intend to activate Marcus Rashford’s buy option before the end of the campaign, according to numerous reports. The news was first reported by Spanish journalist Alfredo Martinez on Friday evening, after which Fabrizio Romano verified Barcelona’s desire to sign the forward permanently.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 9

Owen says Arsenal man does not have class to do well against the top teams

Michael Owen has shared his assessment of Viktor Gyokeres’ difficulties at Arsenal, expressing doubts over whether the striker possesses the quality required to consistently perform against the Premier League’s strongest sides.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 9

Is Eddie Nketiah better than Gyokeres?

Viktor Gyokeres has endured a difficult start to his Arsenal career since joining the Gunners in the summer, prompting growing debate over whether he represents an upgrade on Eddie Nketiah.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 9

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Seattle Sounders News / Field Level Media / January 9

Sounders' Obed Vargas eyeing Europe over Liga MX move

Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas said he is focusing on playing in Europe after his contract expires and is not interested in playing in Liga MX at this time.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 9

Manchester City face Exeter City next and there is plenty to look forward to in the match

Manchester City have a break from Premier League action this weekend with their FA Cup campaign beginning tomorrow at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s side will take on League One side Exeter City in the third-round of the competition.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 9

Inter Miami acquire Timbers M David Ayala

Inter Miami acquired midfielder David Ayala from the Portland Timbers, the clubs announced Friday. In exchange for the 23-year-old Argentina international, Portland receives $2 million guaranteed and up to $150,000 more if certain performance metrics are reached.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 10

Bayern journalist lifts lid on Liverpool transfer link that keeps resurfacing

Liverpool’s long-term recruitment strategy continues to surface in some interesting places, even when the conversation initially appears to centre on Bayern Munich.