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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.

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Simeone drops transfer demand, tells Cerezo to make Man United player his top target for 2026

Marcus Rashford is currently on loan at Barcelona, and they have an option to sign him permanently at the end of the season. The Manchester United striker has done quite well at the Spanish club, and there have been rumours that they could look to sign him permanently.

Werder Bremen News / The Cult of Calcio / December 18

Milan on the Homestretch of Fullkrug Deal with West Ham

Milan are accelerating for Niclas Fullkrug and ironing out the details of the deal with West Ham. His team informed him that he’d be on the move in January.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 18

Why Roma could secure at least two strikers in January

Roma want reinforcements in January and the plan is to secure at least two signings, targeting both Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United and Atletico Madrid’s Giacomo Raspadori.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 18

Real Madrid on the verge of signing talented teenage right-back

Real Madrid handed a debut to Castilla right-back David Jimenez on Wednesday, who became the first product of La Fabrica to make their bow under Xabi Alonso.

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.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 18

De Laurentiis confirms Bari in talks with ‘foreign’ potential investors

President of Bari Luigi De Laurentiis confirms he is ‘negotiating with two foreign companies who are interested’ in buying the Serie B club. The side went bankrupt in 2018 and was taken over by the De Laurentiis family, treated as a satellite club to Napoli.

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.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 18

Bologna Vs Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Still Undecided Between Two Goalkeepers

Cristian Chivu faces a key call ahead of Inter Milan’s clash against Bologna, with Yann Sommer and Josep Martinez battling for the starting berth. According to Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu has yet to decide whether to hand the Spaniard a rare start.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 18

Napoli and AC Milan have terrible record on penalties ahead of Super Cup

The Supercoppa Italiana starts tonight with the Napoli vs. AC Milan semi-final, and the potential for a penalty shoot-out highlights the poor record for both teams from the spot.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / December 18

Newcastle eyeing next big thing in Brazil as €40m ace turns heads during scouting mission

Newcastle United are interested in signing the Gremio midfielder Danilo. The 17-year-old is highly rated in South America, and he has attracted the attention of multiple clubs with his performance.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Did Arsenal hijack Chelsea’s move with their latest sponsorship deal?

Arsenal have finalised a new sponsorship agreement with Deel, which will come into effect at the start of the next season. The deal follows the conclusion of the club’s controversial partnership with Visit Rwanda, and the Gunners are keen to continue generating significant revenue through commercial arrangements.

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.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 18

Man United could take advantage of key INEOS connection to get useful deal done this January

Manchester United defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte reportedly looks set to make way so the club can make a new signing in that position in January. The Uruguay international has struggled to impress at Old Trafford since he signed from Paris Saint-Germain, and it now makes sense that a departure is edging closer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Jack Grealish says Everton man is more skilful than Saka

Bukayo Saka is widely regarded as one of the most skilful players in the Premier League and has maintained an impressive level of form over the last few seasons.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 18

Leeds United linked with Europa League final hero

Leeds United are expected to be active in the January transfer window to make additions to the squad as Daniel Farke eyes Premier League safety. The Whites have struggled this season, even though the recent form has improved.

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.

Real Betis News / Caught Offside / December 18

Report: Another club in race to sign Man United’s Marcus Rashford if he doesn’t stay at Barca

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is reportedly now also a target for Atletico Madrid in case he doesn’t end up staying at Barcelona. The England international is currently on loan at Barca for this season, having fallen out of favour at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 18

Predicted Tottenham Lineup to face Liverpool with change in personnel expected in midfield

A dispirited Tottenham Hotspur side will cross swords with Liverpool at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday evening. The Lilywhites were handed a hiding by Nottingham Forest last weekend.

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.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 18