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Reporter claims Chelsea player did not want to leave the club in the summer

One reporter is claiming that a player that left Chelsea in the summer did not want to leave the club after all. Of course, a lot of things happened in the summer window and we saw a lot of players coming and going at Chelsea as we often do.

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Di Marzio: Juventus ready to add Bournemouth target to Frattesi package

Juventus are reportedly considering offering Inter their stake in Tarik Muharemovic’s contract in exchange for Davide Frattesi. The Bosnian defender joined the Bianconeri’s youth ranks in 2021, and captained the Juventus Next Gen, before joining Sassuolo in 2024.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / December 29

There is another key asset helping Manchester City on the pitch

Typically, attacking players get all of the headlines. Rayan Cherki’s match-winning display in Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest is currently earning rave reviews.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 29

29th December – Five Memorable Celtic Moments on this Day

Five memorable Celtic moments, with a nod to the late Celtic Historian and Celtic Star legend David Potter, on this day starting on 29 December 1928… ONE – SATURDAY 29 DECEMBER 1928 – A hard fought win today over Dundee at Parkhead.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

Chelsea to compete with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Real Madrid superstar

Antonio Rüdiger’s long-term future is once again becoming a major talking point in the transfer market, with several clubs clubs closely monitoring his situation as his contract at Real Madrid edges closer to its expiration.

Nottingham Forest News / Esteemed Kompany / December 29

Manchester City now have another attacking weapon at their disposal

With his goal in Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest on Saturday, Tijjani Reijnders has now scored three goals in his past five Premier League matches.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / December 29

Tottenham reignite interest in Premier League winger but want to know his stance

Tottenham Hotspur are preparing to take a cautious and calculated approach in their pursuit of Savinho, with the North London club keen to first understand the player’s stance on a potential January move before formally engaging Manchester City in negotiations.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Maresca deserves criticism for this decision which cost Chelsea dearly

When the teams for Chelsea’s game against Aston Villa were put out yesterday, it was all pretty much as expected. Enzo Maresca decided to put Reece James back in defence, but otherwise went with his pretty standard first team selection.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

Man United have a 'drastic late back-up plan' for midfield addition in January

Manchester United are continuing to assess their midfield priorities ahead of the January transfer window, but a move for Rúben Neves is currently viewed as a contingency rather than a central objective.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 29

Outlet reports disappointment in BlueCo club’s position after spending so much in summer

One outlet is reporting disappointment in the current position of a BlueCo club seeing as they spent so much money in the summer. With Chelsea currently

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 29

Sources: Man United & Arsenal run ‘initial checks’ on winger on the radar of English clubs

Hoffenheim winger Bazoumana Touré is rapidly emerging as one of the most closely monitored young attackers in Europe, with strong interest building from the Premier League ahead of the next transfer windows.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

One mistake cost Chelsea a win on Saturday – and this player keeps making them

Chelsea’s defeat to Aston Villa yesterday came despite the Blues dominating the game for 65 minutes. They hadn’t quite got the second goal they needed, but it was coming.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / December 29

All roads seemingly lead to Manchester City for Antoine Semenyo despite Liverpool hanging around

It does look like it is only a matter of time before Manchester City signs Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. The Ghana international is eager for his move to City to be completed as soon as possible.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 29

Insider explains why Cole Palmer smacked his seat in annoyance during Villa game

One insider has explained why Cole Palmer smacked his seat in annoyance after being subbed off in the Aston Villa game. Palmer was actually a picture of frustration all game actually.

Crystal Palace News / Esteemed Kompany / December 29

What is the best move for a Manchester City winger who needs an opportunity?

If, as expected, Manchester City signs Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth at the beginning of the January transfer window, it would not be a surprise to see Oscar Bobb leave the club for more opportunities to play regularly.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 29

Chelsea interested in bringing back former experienced star as a free agent

Chelsea are reportedly interested in bringing back one of their former experienced players as a free agent in the summer. The Blues could certainly use an extra experienced head or two going forward and adding into a squad that is young and sometimes, still quite immature.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Noni Madueke reveals how Mikel Arteta convinced him to join Arsenal

Noni Madueke joined Arsenal in the summer in a move that initially divided opinion among supporters. Many fans were frustrated by Mikel Arteta’s continued recruitment of players from Chelsea and questioned whether some of those signings were of the required standard.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Xhaka reveals he changed things after clashing with Arsenal fans

Granit Xhaka experienced a serious breakdown in his relationship with Arsenal supporters in 2019, an episode that ultimately led to him losing the captaincy at the club.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 28

Report: Tottenham ready to pay a premium for 21-year-old Man United target

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Crystal Palace midfielder, Adam Wharton, in the near future. The 21-year-old is a tremendous talent with a bright future, and he has been linked with Manchester United and Chelsea as well.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 28

Captain’s statement makes it clear where Chelsea’s manager failed his players on Saturday

Reece James has been speaking to the Chelsea official website about the brutal defeat to Aston Villa yesterday, and it was interesting to hear the captain’s thoughts on a number of the issues his team had faced.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 28

Arteta gives more updates on the fitness of Calafiori

Mikel Arteta has provided further details on the injury that prevented Riccardo Calafiori from playing in Arsenal’s match against Brighton. The defender had been set to start the game and was expected to be a key figure, as he has been for much of the season.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / December 28

PL roundup: Aston Villa, Wolves and Man United make headlines on Matchday 18

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 28

Van Dijk admits one Liverpool flaw is 'hurting' everyone

Liverpool’s latest league win moved us up the table, but an underlying issue continues to follow us into every result and it is one our captain believes is costing us dearly.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 28

Wirtz sends honest message after first Liverpool goal says more than it seems

Liverpool’s latest home win offered more than three points, with one long-awaited moment quietly shifting the narrative around our season. Florian Wirtz finally opened his Liverpool account as we edged past Wolves at Anfield, a goal that felt less like a surprise and more like an inevitability.