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FC Cincinnati transfer D Alvaro Barreal to Brazil's Santos

FC Cincinnati announced the transfer of defender Alvaro Barreal to Brazilian top-flight side Santos on Wednesday. The 25-year-old Argentina international spent the 2025 season on loan at Santos, where the team said he met the performance metrics that triggered his multi-million dollar purchase obligation.

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Inter target Roma wing-back Wesley as Dumfries undergoes surgery

Inter are reportedly considering a move for Roma wing-back Wesley as they continue to plan for life without Denzel Dumfries, whose injury has forced the club to assess alternatives on the right flank.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 17

Team’s Up – Jim Goodwin names Dundee Utd team for Celtic clash

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has named his team for this evening’s Scottish Premiership meeting with Celtic. The Scottish Champions were beaten by St Mirren at Hampden on Sunday and the United manager was pitch side on punditry duties, watching as Wilfried Nancy’s side were beaten.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 17

Bayern Munich showing surprise interest in Barcelona star – three Premier League clubs also keen

Barcelona could see one or two players leave during the upcoming winter transfer window, and Marc-Andre Ter Stegen is a prime candidate to be one of those.

Soccer News / The Laziali / December 17

Lazio Reportedly Negotiating Three January Deals With Genoa

Lazio and Genoa could end up exchanging three players in the upcoming January transfer window, according to circulating reports in the Italian press. Earlier this week, it was reported that the Grifone are eyeing a move for Christos Mandas, who has been starved of playing time this season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 17

Fiorentina coach Vanoli urges focus ahead of Lausanne clash

Paolo Vanoli urged Fiorentina to focus on the present as they prepare for Thursday night’s Conference League clash away to Lausanne, while acknowledging the growing pressure surrounding results and supporter unrest.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Player has reached point of no return at club, Tottenham best-placed to sign star

Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka has been linked with a move away from the German champions. It seems that he has fallen out of favour at the German club, and a report from Fichajes claims that the player has reached a point of no return.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 17

'Nothing is impossible' Del Piero sends a message to Juventus team

Alessandro Del Piero was one of the defining figures for Juventus from the 1990s through to the 2010s, enjoying a long and highly successful career with the club.

Girona FC News / Last Word On Sports / December 17

Carlos Alcaraz’s Coaching Shake-Up: Surprise Name Set for Prominent Role After Ferrero Split

In one of the most shocking tennis stories of the year, Carlos Alcaraz has decided to part ways with long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero. The news came

West Ham tell ‘exciting’ attacker to find a new club in January – report

West Ham United have reportedly informed Brazilian teenager Luis Guilherme that he is free to find a new club in the January transfer window, just months after his arrival in East London.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 17

Man United in contact to sign 15-goal playmaker West Ham would ‘love’ to sign

Ruben Neves has been linked with a return to the Premier League in recent weeks. The 28-year-old is on the radar of Manchester United, Newcastle United and West Ham United.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Tottenham eye January move for in-form La Liga winger amid Premier League competition

Tottenham Hotspur continue to search for options to strengthen their squad during the January transfer window. The need for reinforcements has been accentuated by the sudden, alarming dip in form of Thomas Frank’s side.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Real Madrid unlikely to accept offer from Arsenal for youngster

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Víctor Valdepeñas following his debut for Real Madrid over the weekend. While his appearance at the senior level has attracted wider attention, the defender is not a new name to the Gunners, and his first-team outing merely reinforced their long-standing belief in his ability.

Manchester United News / Football Espana / December 17

Manchester United superstar expresses desire for La Liga move

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes almost left the club in 2025, but in the coming years, he could be on his way to La Liga. The Portugal international has been a fantastic servant for the Premier League giants, but recent comments have made it clear that he would be open to plying his trade in Spanish football.

Bayer Leverkusen News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Son Heung-min shares emotional insight into his proudest Tottenham moment

Four months after leaving Tottenham Hotspur, Son Heung-min finally had a chance to bid a proper goodbye to the White Hart Lane faithful last week. The 33-year-old left the north London club somewhat abruptly in August, ending his decade-long stay in England to join MLS outfit Los Angeles FC.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

Major boost for Man Utd as ‘extraordinary’ UCL star wants out; He’s more affordable than Semenyo

The stars could finally line up for Manchester United in their quest to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi. The Red Devils’ main priority in

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 17

Match Report: Chelsea get firing in second half to beat Cardiff 3-1 in EFL Cup quarter-final

Chelsea brought on the big guns in the second half and beat Cardiff 3-1 in the EFL Quarter Final last night. Enzo Maresca risked a fully rotated team to start the game, only drawing for some first team stars at half time when the Blues were looking in trouble.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 17

Shocking stats over three league seasons show Tottenham’s problems go beyond Thomas Frank

Thomas Frank is facing serious questions over his role as Tottenham Hotspur head coach amid growing calls for his dismissal following recent results. The Dane replaced Ange Postecoglou in N17 in the summer, moving across the capital after more than six seasons with Brentford.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

Andrey Santos lifts the lid on whether he prefers to be a six or an eight in midfield

We were impressed by Andrey Santos’ performance last night against Cardiff, and we’ve generally liked what we’ve seen from him this season. It’s clear

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 17

Liverpool, Man United and Chelsea want 29-year-old South American who is 'something special'

Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in selling the Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz, as per Fichajes. The 29-year-old has been a key player for Crystal Palace since joining the club, and the Colombian has been linked with big clubs recently.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 17

D.C. United acquire All-Star striker Tai Baribo from Union

D.C. United acquired All-Star striker Tai Baribo from the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday in exchange for up to $4.6 million. Philadelphia receives $4 million guaranteed and up to $600,000 more if certain incentives are reached by the 27-year-old Israeli international.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 17

'Trash' Joao Pedro and his 'terrible hold up play' won’t last 3 years at Chelsea claims pundit

Joao Pedro promised so much after arriving in the summer and looking great in the Club World Cup, but has struggled since. He hasn’t added the ruthless finishing that Nicolas Jackson lacks, but even worse he doesn’t offer anything like the same off the ball work or link up play as the Senegal star.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 17

Tottenham linked with January move for forward with 37-G/A last season

Tottenham Hotspur has been linked with a move for the Juventus striker Jonathan David. The Canadian International has not been at his best this season, but there is no doubt that he’s a quality player.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / December 17

Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez signs up for 2026 season

Inter Miami re-signed striker Luis Suarez through the 2026 season, the MLS Cup champs announced Wednesday. The legendary Uruguay international had 17 goals and 17 assists in 50 appearances for the team in 2025.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 17

Just in: ‘Wonderful’ Man Utd star looks destined for January move as top suitor accepts key condition

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee could end up joining Roma in January following a breakthrough in the negotiations between the two clubs. The 24-year-old has been unhappy with his limited playing time this season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Nwaneri opens up on how Arsenal first spotted him

Ethan Nwaneri has developed into one of the finest players to emerge from the Arsenal academy and successfully break into the club’s first team. The Gunners have continued to nurture his progress, and he has now been promoted to the senior squad permanently.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 17

Emi Martinez opens up on the motivation behind his Arsenal move

Emiliano Martinez joined Arsenal fifteen years ago as a teenager from Argentina after the Gunners identified him as one of the finest young prospects in his country.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 17

Luckhurst: Man United now preparing to ‘welcome’ £190k-a-week player to Ruben Amorim’s ranks

Manchester United are preparing to ‘welcome’ Harry Maguire back into the fold following his injury layoff. The centre-half has been ruled out since United’s 2-2 away draw with Tottenham Hotspur, during which he limped off in the 72nd minute with a hamstring issue.