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Transcript: Xabi Alonso Swerves Yearly Grade Question Ahead Of Real Madrid vs Sevilla

Despite the Copa del Rey in midweek, there is still plenty of criticism aimed at Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso. He and the team have a chance to reduce that over the winter break as they face Sevilla at the Bernabeu on December 20.

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Lazio’s Emergency Could Worsen as Two Players Struggling With Flu

Maurizio Sarri’s squad has already been pared down to the bones ahead of Saturday’s contest against Cremonese, and the Lazio boss has been given two fresh concerns, as Alessio Romagnoli and Tijjani Noslin are enduring bouts of flu.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 19

Milan transfer regret as Thiaw’s claims on Allegri resurface

Milan have conceded two goals in each of the last three matches, and Malick Thiaw’s performances with Newcastle have prompted Italian media to suggest that selling the German centre-back in the summer was a mistake, especially because Massimiliano Allegri wanted him to stay.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 19

'Absolutely' – Enzo Maresca clarifies Chelsea future with emphatic response ahead of Newcastle clash

Enzo Maresca has played down speculation linking him with the Manchester City job, and stated he would absolutely be Chelsea manager next season. It was reported on Thursday Maresca is high on City’s list of candidates to replace to Pep Guardiola when he decides to leave the club.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

Ornstein confirms 'money available' as Tottenham chase 'world-class' player in January

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth, and they could look to make a move for him in January. David Ornstein has confirmed that the North London club will have money available to improve the team, and they like the 25-year-old African.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 19

Atletico Madrid make Tottenham target a priority signing as forward available for €30m

Tottenham are looking to strengthen their squad in the upcoming January transfer window as the club aims to turn its Premier League fortunes around under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 19

Gasperini confirms he snubbed Juventus for Roma: ‘More difficult’

Gian Piero Gasperini confirms he picked Roma over Juventus last summer as the Giallorossi offered a ‘more difficult’ challenge, but facing the Bianconeri is ‘always’ tough ‘because they have top-level players.’ Gasperini held a press conference on Friday on the eve of a Serie A match against Juventus at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 19

'It’s not uncertain' – Carragher claims he knows who Maresca comments were targeted at

Jamie Carragher is Sky Sports’ go to man when it comes to the Premier League, and it was really interesting to hear his take on the Enzo Maresca situation on Monday Night Football this week.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Boost for Arsenal as club turned down approach from Chelsea for their target

Chelsea’s attempt to secure the signature of Djylian N’Guessan ahead of Arsenal has suffered a setback after their opening bid for the player was rejected.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / December 19

Thiago Silva Departs Fluminense Amid Milan and EPL Buzz

Thiago Silva will be there for the taking for the teams that want him, including Milan, as he and Fluminense have mutually parted ways, making him a free agent.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

All eyes will be specifically on Tottenham’s 1.25 goals per game star in tomorrow’s Liverpool clash

Tottenham’s Vicario, largely down to his own inconsistencies, is going through a rough patch. The most notable dramas occurred in recent Premier League

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 19

Which Tottenham players will play at AFCON and how many games they could miss?

African football’s finest teams and brightest stars will take centre stage in Morocco when the continent’s No.1 showpiece event, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), kicks off on Sunday.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

Arsenal is facing a serious battle to sign talented youngster

Christos Mouzakitis is widely regarded as one of the finest talents Greece has produced in recent years, and the 18-year-old is expected to enjoy a strong career over the long term.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 19

Milan coach Allegri expected to receive punishment after Supercoppa insults

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, FIGC inspectors have reported Massimiliano Allegri’s ‘repeated and personal insults’ towards Gabriele Oriali, so the Milan coach will be fined or suspended.

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Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 19

Cristian Romero makes bold claim about Tottenham’s title ambitions under Thomas Frank

Tottenham achieved the improbable by lifting the Europa League against all odds last season. Few expected the Lilywhites to go the distance in the competition, let alone defeat Manchester United in the final in May.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 19

Aston Villa eye move for Tottenham star as Unai Emery plots attacking reinforcements

Aston Villa are carefully assessing the possibility of a January move for Tottenham Hotspur forward Brennan Johnson, with the Welsh international emerging as a potential target as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his attacking options.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 19

Journalist reveals real reason why Mainoo is not a Man Utd starter under Amorim

Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo is still waiting for his first Premier League start since the start of the season, as Ruben Amorim has been opting for other options in midfield.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 19

AC Milan waiting to see how much game time Arsenal give Jesus

Gabriel Jesus has remained on AC Milan’s radar for a considerable period, and the Italian club continue to monitor his situation closely as they assess potential attacking reinforcements, according to Tupi.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 19

Man United on alert as midfielder rejects new contract at his club

Manchester United are targeting a move for a midfielder and they have received a major boost in their pursuit of Ruben Neves of Al-Hilal. Neves could be

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 19

10 words from Portsmouth boss Mousinho, that Spurs boss Frank might be well guided by

Spurs sit 11th in the Premier League with inconsistent results—winning only six of their 16 league games under him, including just one in their last seven and a heavy 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 19

Man Utd ‘Cult figure’ to earn first start of the season as double injury blow confirmed

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim could hand Lisandro Martinez his maiden start since recovering from his ACL tear. The Red Devils have a difficult fixture to negotiate on Sunday, as they’ll be hosted by Aston Villa.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / December 19

Arsenal star faces extended spell on sidelines as Arteta gets another concerning update

Arsenal have been dealt another frustrating injury blow, with Kai Havertz set to remain sidelined until early to mid-January following a setback in his rehabilitation.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 19

Man United set to complete £26m transfer which could instigate midfield revamp

Manchester United have been told that Marcus Rashford is now very likely to seal a permanent transfer to Barcelona. The Englishman is a Man Utd youth product who became one of the club’s most influential players in recent years.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

Report: Chelsea closely monitoring midfield star, Man United also interested

Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs closely monitoring Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams according to reports. The Blues were once again active over the summer, and totally revamped their frontline with five new attacking signings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 19

Report: Chelsea have €8m offer rejected for Arsenal target

Chelsea have had an offer of €8m rejected for St Etienne striker Djylian N’Guessan according to reports in France. The Blues heavily invested again over the summer, and made five attacking signings as they totally revamped the frontline.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 19

One January move from Manchester City may lead to another

Looking at the Manchester City squad it would appear that signing a goalscoring winger would be of great benefit to Pep Guardiola’s squad. Jeremy Doku has been superb this season but he is more of a creator of chances rather than a consistent goal threat.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Esteemed Kompany / December 19

The step a Manchester City youngster should have taken may occur in January

It seems certain that Claudio Echeverri will return to Manchester City in January. His loan move to Bayer Leverkusen hasn’t panned out as Echeverri has only made eleven appearances for Leverkusen this season.