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Xabi Alonso apologises to Real Madrid star over public comments

Xabi Alonso is fighting for his job at Real Madrid, with strong speculation that he could be sacked at any time. He has reportedly lost some of the dressing room, and recent comments he made regarding one player in particular may not have helped him in this regard.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 18

Supercoppa Italiana | Napoli 2-0 Milan | Player Ratings – Hojlund comes up clutch

Napoli defeated Milan 2-0 this evening in their Supercoppa Italiana semi-final, with goals from David Neres and Rasmus Hojlund separating the two teams.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 18

Could Milik earn a call-up for Juventus vs Roma showdown?

Juventus striker Arkadiusz Milik has reappeared on the scene following an injury ordeal that lasted 18 months. The Pole suffered a knee injury in June 2024 during an international friendly ahead of the European Championship.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / December 18

'He was wrong' – Lamine Yamal told he made mistake with major decision

Back in 2023, Lamine Yamal made his international allegiance clear, as he chose to represent Spain instead of Morocco. He was eligble for the African nation through his father, but in the end, he chose the country of his birth.

FC Barcelona News / Football Espana / December 18

Barcelona officials question Hansi Flick decision with Marc-Andre Ter Stegen

Barcelona defeated Guadalajara in the Copa del Rey earlier this week, with the big novelty being Marc-Andre Ter Stegen’s return to the line-up. The goalkeeper has not featured this season as he has been recovering from back surgery, although that would have meant little anyway as he is generally not seen in Hansi Flick’s plans.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 18

Two stars 'might leave soon' as Man United prepare to sign 24-year-old with 'more tenacity'

Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo have been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. According to the journalist Dean Jones, both players could leave the club soon, and Manchester United have already identified the potential alternative.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 18

Newcastle and Crystal Palace eye cut-price deal for Frenchman in January

Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are interested in signing the Bayern Munich defender, Sacha Boey. The 25-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the German club, and he has been told that he can leave the club in January.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Ian Wright would take Man Utd man at Arsenal after transfer controversy

Bruno Fernandes was reportedly close to leaving Manchester United during the summer transfer window, with both the club and the Portugal international having an offer on the table that would have seen him move to Saudi Arabia.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / December 18

Lausanne-Sport vs Fiorentina – Viola director Goretti: ‘After a dark moment, it’s time to turn on the light’

Fiorentina sporting director Roberto Goretti has urged unity and clarity of purpose as the Viola prepare for their Conference League clash against Lausanne, describing the current phase of the season as a decisive turning point both on and off the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / December 18

'Maybe…': Ornstein says Tottenham could provide escape route for frozen-out rival player

Tottenham Hotspur were linked with Savinho during the summer transfer window, but the move did not go through. Manchester City refused to let the Brazilian leave the club at the start of the season.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 18

Austin FC acquire F Jayden Nelson from Whitecaps

Austin FC acquired winger Jayden Nelson from the Vancouver Whitecaps on Thursday in exchange for $1.25 million in general allocation money and a 2026 first-round draft pick.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 18

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Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / December 18

Report: Liverpool ready to blow £83m on 18-G/A star as Salah successor

Liverpool are already preparing for life without Mohamed Salah, and they are interested in signing Nico Williams. The Athletic Club Bilbao attacker has proven himself for club and country, and the 23-year-old could be the ideal acquisition for Liverpool.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Souness explains one key reason why Arsenal may bottle the league again

Graeme Souness believes Manchester City’s experience could prove decisive in their bid to overtake Arsenal and claim the Premier League title this season.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 18

Tottenham yellow card update, one player close to mirroring Cristian Romero suspension

One Tottenham defender is in immediate danger of triggering a one-game ban heading into the Liverpool fixture on Saturday. Tottenham Hotspur will cross swords with Liverpool in their upcoming Premier League encounter on Saturday evening.

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Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 18

'It could prove terminal' top journalist explosively cites 3 issues set to sink Spurs’ gaffer

As of mid-December 2025, Thomas Frank’s time at Tottenham has been mixed and challenging. In the Premier League, Spurs sit 11th in the table, with a record under him of approximately 6 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses from 16 matches: that’s just 22 points.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Two German clubs will challenge Arsenal for Real Madrid youngster

Arsenal have been monitoring Victor Valdepenas from the Real Madrid youth system for some time, prior to his senior debut for the club last weekend. The defender has been widely regarded as one of Spain’s most promising young talents and has received significant praise for his recent performances.

Vancouver Whitecaps News / Field Level Media / December 18

Whitecaps re-sign GK Yohei Takaoka through 2027

The Vancouver Whitecaps re-signed goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka through June 2027 on Thursday. Takaoka, 29, was an MLS All-Star and Goalkeeper of the Year finalist in 2025 with a league-high 13 clean sheets.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / December 18

Arsenal plot swoop for 19-year-old after Xabi Alonso hands him Real Madrid debut

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing the Real Madrid defender, Victor Valdepenas. According to a report from BILD, Arsenal have been keeping tabs on the player, and they could look to make a move for him in the future.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 18

‘Absolutely’: Journo delights United fans by verifying INEOS are ‘firmly in the race’ for ‘world-class’ attacker

Manchester United are well in the mix to sign Antoine Semenyo when the January window opens. It must be said that they certainly aren’t alone in the race, though, as the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City have also set their sights on adding the Bournemouth talisman to their ranks next month.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 18

'Big problem' – Britain’s top pundit says Maresca won’t be Chelsea manager next season

Jamie Carragher has had a busy couple of weeks. Fresh from having to be the spokesman for Liverpool fans over Mo Salah’s explosive comments to the media at the start of the month, the pundit then had to deal with the chaos created by Enzo Maresca’s similar outburst.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Arsenal to face Chelsea if they beat Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarterfinals

Arsenal take on Crystal Palace in the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup next week, in what is expected to be a demanding and closely contested fixture. The Gunners are fully aware of the challenges posed by knockout football, particularly against opponents who have consistently proven difficult to overcome.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 18

Chelsea defender takes cheeky jab at life in England in interview

Chelsea are doing a nice Christmas series where they look at a few of their players and their festive stories, and today they took a chance to look at Benoit Badiashile.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 18

Exclusive says Arsenal eyeing opportunity to push to sign Chelsea target

If Chelsea want to sign one of their transfer targets then they might have to act fast now due to Arsenal’s alleged interest. With every top player in the world, there is always going to be all the top clubs looking at them, and quite often you will have a real battle on your hands to try and sign him ahead of other interested clubs.

Nottingham Forest News / Esteemed Kompany / December 18

Manchester City are seemingly in pole position to sign position to sign a dynamic midfielder

It would seem that during next summer’s transfer window, Manchester City will need to strengthen their midfield. There are doubts that surround the future of Bernardo Silva.