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Toronto FC acquire Brazilian D Matheus Pereira

Toronto FC acquired Brazilian defender Matheus Pereira from Portugal's CD Santa Clara on Monday. The 25-year-old left back is signed through the 2027-28 MLS season with an option for 2028-29.

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Report – Inter Milan Identify Fiorentina Wingback As Alternative To Top Transfer Target Marco Palestra

Inter Milan have reportedly earmarked Fiorentina defender Dodo as a potential backup option if they fail to sign Marco Palestra. According to Italian journalist Enzo Bucchioni via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri could land the Brazilian in January.

SS Lazio News / Football Italia / December 29

Lazio confirm Sarri has had heart surgery: Reason revealed

Lazio have confirmed that head coach Maurizio Sarri has had a successful operation on his heart after being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Lazio

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / December 29

Atalanta 0-1 Inter Milan – Turkey Megastar Celebrates Ending Calendar Year With Victory: 'See You In 2026'

Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu took to Instagram to celebrate his side’s vital Serie A win over Atalanta. According to FCInterNews, Calhanoglu sent warm New Year wishes to the Nerazzurri faithful.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / December 29

Report – Inter Milan Face Several Hurdles In Ongoing Pursuit Of Hajduk Split Prodigy

Serie A pacesetters Inter Milan have developed a genuine interest in in-demand Hajduk Split center-back Branimir Mlacic. According to FCInterNews, the San Siro giants must overcome several obstacles in order to sign the 18-year-old.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 29

One change must happen to help Gravenberch – Houghton

Liverpool’s unbeaten run continues to grow, but questions are quietly being asked about how we break teams down more comfortably at Anfield. Ryan Gravenberch

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 29

Thomas Frank issues blunt eleven-word injury update on Lucas Bergvall at Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 in the Premier League on Sunday evening, ending 2025 on a happy note. After weathering the early storm, Spurs thought they had taken the lead after just 17 minutes via Richarlison, but their goal was ruled out due to Lucas Bergvall being in an offside position in the build-up.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Watkins wants to help Aston Villa beat Arsenal with his family watching

Ollie Watkins will be eager to inflict another setback on Arsenal when Aston Villa travel to the Emirates this week. The Gunners are preparing to face a Villa side in outstanding form, having won 11 consecutive matches in all competitions.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 29

Swap deal between Juventus & Genoa gaining steam

Juventus and Genoa are apparently working on an exchange deal that will see Mattia Perin and Nicola Leali return to their former clubs. The Grifone’s interest in Perin has come out in the open, as their new head coach, Daniele De Rossi, requested a reunion with his former international teammate.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / December 29

Milan Striker Shows Up as Pressure Was Mounting

Christopher Nkunku had his first really convincing display since joining Milan just before the start of the January window. The rumors had started percolating, but the Rossoneri were in a tricky spot with him after investing €37M last summer.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 29

Why Juventus could make January move for unwanted West Ham midfielder

Reports in Italy claim that Juventus could be poised to make a move for out-of-favour West Ham United midfielder Guido Rodriguez during the January transfer

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 29

Wirtz in line for individual award after Wolves heroics

Liverpool’s latest Anfield win may not have been flawless, but it felt significant for reasons that go beyond the scoreline. Florian Wirtz has been nominated for the Premier League Player of the Matchweek award following his standout display in our 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, as confirmed via Liverpoolfc.com.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 29

Reports: LAFC set to acquire Nashville's Jacob Shaffelburg

Los Angeles FC is set to acquire Canadian winger Jacob Shaffelburg from Nashville SC, according to multiple reports Monday. Nashville will reportedly receive $1 million in general allocation money -- $500,000 in 2026 and $500,000 in 2027 -- and will retain a sell-on percentage in any future deals.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

Leeds join race to sign Chelsea outcast in January

Leeds have had a resurgence in recent weeks, and they will hope to carry on their momentum in the transfer market. The plan is for multiple positions in Daniel Farke’s squad to be addressed, and one of those is in defence.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 29

Exclusive claims Chelsea could repeat last January move with loan for unwanted defender

Leeds United are said to be keen on Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, according to an exclusive from Football Insider. Their piece claims that the Yorkshire side are looking to add the defender to their relegation battling squad after losing Joe Rodon to injury.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 29

Arteta reveals Arsenal’s plans for next month

Arsenal are among the clubs that could still make additions during the January transfer window, despite the business they completed in the summer. The Gunners have remained at the top of the EPL and Champions League tables after Christmas and are firmly focused on challenging for both trophies.

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Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 29

Man United make final decision on future of 25-year-old forward

Man United struggled to get fringe players off the books in the summer, and while they were largely successful in the end, there is more work to do. Marcus

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Another Chelsea summer transfer has failed its first season test as backup fails to do his job

Jorrel Hato injured himself in the warmup against Newcastle a couple of weeks ago, and in Enzo Maresca’s press conference released today, the manager was asked whether the Dutchman would be fit to play tomorrow, now that Marc Cucurella has picked up a hamstring tweak: “I don’t think so, no, I don’t think so,” the coach replied.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 29

Aston Villa facing strong competition to sign defender from rivals

Aston Villa have had a fantastic season so far, and they will hope use the transfer market to keep up this momentum. Left-back is an area that could be addressed, which has led to targets being identified.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

'Fewer mistakes' – Chelsea’s thriving youth coach on bringing up the next generation of academy stars

After a 4th place finish in last season’s U18 Premier League, Chelsea are already looking a stronger group this time out. They’re currently second in the southern section of the league, and that’s after having played just 9 games, while the teams around them have played 12.