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Mikel Arteta explains why he replaced Eze at half time

Mikel Arteta has explained his decision to replace Eberechi Eze with Martin Odegaard at halftime during Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Brentford. The change came after Eze struggled to impose himself in midfield, with Brentford’s pressing limiting his influence and preventing him from helping Arsenal find the breakthrough they required.

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Inter Milan Make Transfer Decision Amid Club Brugge Starlet Wanted By Arsenal & Atletico

Inter Milan have decided to bring Aleksandar Stankovic back to the club at the end of the season, this time as part of the first-team project rather than a transitional move.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 13

'Not just to control the game' What Paolo Di Canio expects from Inter Milan v Juventus

Juventus will visit Inter Milan this weekend for the latest instalment of the Derby d’Italia, a fixture eagerly anticipated by football fans. Inter have been in strong form this season and face pressure to maintain their lead at the top of the Serie A table.

AC Milan News / The Cult of Calcio / February 13

Milan Line Up Multiple Noteworthy Contracts Extensions

Milan will need to haggle some more with Christian Pulisic, but their strategy is to keep most of the players on their squad and extend their contracts before the summer.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / February 13

Girona manager learning English ‘in case Premier League opportunity arises’

Girona manager Michel Sanchez has admitted that he is learning English in a bid to facilitate a move to the Premier League if he is offered a job. Highly rated after his historic season with the Catalan side two years ago, things have returned to normality somewhat.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 13

Fiorentina forced to miss Gudmundsson and Rugani in Como

Albert Gudmundsson and January signing Daniele Rugani are out of the Fiorentina squad for Saturday’s Serie A match against Como. It kicks off at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia on Saturday at 14.00 GMT (15.00 CET).

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 13

Supercomputer gives new prediction on final Premier League table

Arsenal dropped two points in their 1-1 draw against Brentford last night, though the result may not be as damaging as it initially appears. The Gunners have experienced a generally strong season, with occasional ups and downs, making a dropped point against Brentford not entirely unexpected.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 13

Brighton team news as Liverpool face key selection dilemma

Liverpool welcome Brighton to Anfield in the FA Cup on Saturday night, and both teams could rotate as they balance league priorities with cup ambitions.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 13

Foster had no idea that Man Utd star had ‘unreal’ skill in his locker, it’s why he forced his predecessor out the club

Ben Foster, like everyone else watching, was in absolute awe of Benjamin Sesko’s jaw-dropping finish against West Ham on Tuesday night. The Slovenian’s

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 13

Player who dreams of playing for Arsenal now wants move in the summer

Last year, Luiz Henrique admitted via Sport Witness that he dreams of playing for Arsenal, and the attacker is now reportedly seeking a move away from Zenit Saint Petersburg this summer.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 13

Christian Falk drops Liverpool transfer hint involving two rising stars

Liverpool have been linked with two highly rated European prospects, and Christian Falk has now provided clarity on where things stand regarding Kees Smit and Yan Diomande.

Nottingham Forest News / Extratime Talk / February 13

Nottingham Forest Managerial Chaos: The Explosive Pattern Of Sackings That’s Sinking Their Season

Nottingham Forest are flirting with a line no serious club wants to cross, and the Nottingham Forest managerial chaos is now impossible to ignore. The Reds sacked Sean Dyche to make it three managers they have fired this season, and they’re staring at the prospect of a fourth just to get over the finish line.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 13

Arsenal may have been handed yet another injury scare

Arsenal have been without Martin Odegaard on several occasions this season due to injury, so it was not entirely surprising that Eberechi Eze was selected ahead of him for the fixture against Brentford.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 13

Alexander Isak pictured back on grass as Liverpool injury return nears

Liverpool have shared fresh images of Alexander Isak continuing his recovery from injury, offering a positive fitness update ahead of the FA Cup clash with Brighton at Anfield.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 13

Rosenior says injured Chelsea man 'trained fully' – but won’t play tonight and could be sold in the summer

The first team picture at Chelsea is pretty rosy right now in terms of injuries – it’s just the usual suspects Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia who are out.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 13

Mail Sport detail exactly what needs to happen before Romeo Lavia returns

Romeo Lavia will only be allowed to return to action once he’s ticked “every” box in his rehab according to reports. Lavia has really struggled with injury since making the switch from Southampton in the summer of 2023, and has yet to complete a 90 minutes for the Blues.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 13

Defoe says one Arsenal star still not playing at his best

Eberechi Eze was underwhelming when he started Arsenal’s match against Brentford, prompting the Gunners to replace him at halftime. The fixture appeared to expose his limitations, and this is not the first occasion this season on which he has struggled to make a significant impact.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 13

Spurs appoint Igor Tudor as interim head coach

This is one to get the fan base at each other’s throats. Tottenham Hotspur has reached a verbal agreement with Igor Tudor to become the interim head coach.

€30m rated Tottenham star pushing for discounted exit as uncertainties loom large following Thomas Frank sack

The Lilywhites have had a lot of uncertainties going around Hotspur Way for a while now, and the recent sacking of Thomas Frank has certainly not helped that.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 13

National team manager 'optimistic' about Arsenal star’s chances of making the World Cup

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has spoken about Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino’s chances of being fit in time for the 2026 World Cup. Merino is currently out with a slightly unusual injury, with De la Fuente admitting that there isn’t any kind of “reference” for it, making it hard to know when he could return to action.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 13

The truth behind the sacking and actually who wanted to keep Thomas Frank

The mess that ENIC are in could not be represented more clearly than the latest leak from Paul O’Keefe, who has a frankly unmatchable track record in Tottenham gossip, given his connections at both the club and within the football market.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / February 13

Ange Postecoglou’s ‘not a big club’ claim about Tottenham sees repost from 10 G/A Spurs forward

While the sacking of Thomas Frank was not enough, his predecessor Ange Postecoglou had to be part of this impeccable timing to be sitting with the duo of Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher on the Stick to Football podcast.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 13

The pros and cons of Marco Rose managing Tottenham

The new kid in the rumour mill block this morning is Marco Rose. Matt Law of The Telegraph, and Tom Barclay of The Sun, as well as The Boy Hotspur’s Substack, have shown keen interest in the suggestion that Rose is on his way to Tottenham.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 13

‘I heard…’: Bundesliga expert confirms Man Utd are interested and ‘can afford’ €100m attacking sensation

German football expert Christian Falk has confirmed that Manchester United are interested in and ‘can afford’ Yan Diomande. Speaking via his CF Bayern Insider column, Falk revealed that the RB Leipzig starlet has been valued at €100 million (£87.1m) by club chief Oliver Mintzlaff.

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / February 13

122-goal former Tottenham striker will take up Spurs managerial only on one condition

Tottenham Hotspur have been looking outwards as the chiefs at Hotspur Way go on a hunt for a new head coach after the Lilywhites recently relieved Thomas Frank of his duties.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 13

Leeds United keen on move to sign 26-year-old Man United star

Leeds United are reportedly considering a bold summer move for Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia, with SportsBoom suggesting the Yorkshire club are monitoring his situation ahead of a potential free transfer.