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Claims made that Chelsea owners have turned club into a farm by ESPN writer

Claims have been made by one ESPN writer that Chelsea’s owners have turned a club into a ‘farm team’ in a big deep dive article today. The article, posted on ESPN by Ryan O’Hanlon, is focusing on BlueCo and the fact that they are trying to build a multi-club model with Chelsea and Strasbourg.

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Italian Journalist Impressed By French Midfielder Despite Poor Start At Inter Milan: 'I’m In Love With Him'

Italian journalist Riccardo Trevisani has waxed lyrical about resurgent Inter Milan midfielder Andy Diouf. During the latest episode of the Trevi Fountain via FCInter1908, Trevisani discussed the Frenchman’s sudden rise at San Siro.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 23

Tottenham handed surprise boost in search for new No.1 as summer exit looms

Guglielmo Vicario‘s status as Tottenham Hotspur No.1 has taken some serious hits in the last two months. The Italian notably committed mistakes in Spurs’ defeats to Fulham and Nottingham Forest, attracting heavy criticism from fans and pundits alike.

RB Leipzig News / SempreInter.com / December 23

Report – Inter Milan 'Have 0% Chance' Of Signing Liverpool & France Center-Back In January

Inter Milan have recently joined the race to sign Liverpool center-back Ibrahima Konate on a Bosman deal next summer. According to the Italian media via FCInter1908, the San Siro powerhouse have no chance of landing the Frenchman in January.

Werder Bremen News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan close in on promising striker with Vlahovic still on the radar

Milan remain interested in Dusan Vlahovic for next summer and are finalising an agreement for promising striker Andrej Kostic, who has the same agent as the Juventus star.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 23

Iconic AC Milan & Juventus Coach Heaps Praise On Inter Milan Manager Despite Supercoppa Fiasco: 'He Is Top'

Legendary Italian coach Fabio Capello has hailed Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu amid an intense Scudetto race. Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Capello delivered his verdict on Inter’s chances of winning the Serie A title.

Atalanta News / SempreInter.com / December 23

Report – Inter Milan Keeping Tabs On Three Wingbacks To Replace Injured Dutch Star

Finding a suitable replacement for Denzel Dumfries has become one of the top priorities for Inter Milan ahead of the winter transfer window. According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the San Siro giants have assembled a three-man shortlist to replace the injured Dutchman.

Villarreal News / Football Espana / December 23

Villarreal seal first signing of January transfer window with Argentine midfielder arriving

Villarreal have perhaps been the most active side in the transfer market in Spain over the last few years, and already the Yellow Submarine are on the move for the winter window.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 23

Capello analyses Juventus, Inter, Milan, Napoli and Roma Scudetto chances

Fabio Capello believes that it is a genuine five-horse race for the Serie A title this season, but believes that all of Juventus, Inter, Milan, Napoli

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 23

How important is Odegaard’s form to Arsenal’s overall success?

Martin Odegaard has returned after an injury-plagued start to the season, and his quality has quickly become evident once again. As Arsenal captain, his presence carries significant weight, and his return represents a major boost for the Gunners at a crucial stage of the campaign.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 23

Alessandro Matri names one player who can transform Juventus

Although he has acknowledged clear improvements at Juventus in recent weeks, Alessandro Matri believes the team are still capable of reaching a higher level.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Report: Liverpool eyeing potential free transfer which could resolve recurring issue for Slot

According to reports from Spain, Liverpool are eyeing a prospective free transfer for a versatile LaLiga operator who’s approaching the end of his current contract.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Sky Sports name three players Chelsea are ready to offload in January window

Chelsea are not expected to make any major signings in the January transfer window, with the club’s strategic focus firmly fixed on the longer-term rebuild planned for the summer windows of 2026 and 2027, according to Sky Sports.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Arne Slot gives emphatic 15-word response on whether Harvey Elliott could return to Liverpool

Arne Slot issued an emphatic response regarding the possibility of Liverpool recalling Harvey Elliott from his loan spell at Aston Villa in January. The 22-year-old left Anfield at the end of the summer transfer window, with the transaction due to become permanent once he makes 10 appearances for Unai Emery’s side (The Athletic).

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 23

'He lifted the belief' Mikel Arteta praises the impact of key Arsenal man

Gabriel Jesus is back to full fitness after spending close to a year recovering from a serious injury, and his return represents a significant boost for Arsenal.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

’50-50′ – Arne Slot unsure on whether Liverpool duo will be fit in time to face Wolves at Anfield

Arne Slot has issued injury updates on several Liverpool players ahead of their next Premier League fixture against Wolves. The Reds go into the festive

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 23

Man United to shut door on January exit after Bruno Fernandes injury

Kobbie Mainoo’s chances of securing a move away from Manchester United during the January transfer window appear to have all but disappeared, following a significant shift in circumstances at Old Trafford.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / December 23

Chelsea consider centre-back move as defensive injuries mount of Maresca

Chelsea could be set to bring Aaron Anselmino back to Stamford Bridge earlier than planned, with reports from Germany suggesting the Blues are actively considering triggering a recall clause in the young defender’s loan deal.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 23

Possibility of Tottenham transfer in 2026 ‘very high’, £26m could get deal done

Radu Dragusin has been linked with a move away from Tottenham Hotspur. The 23-year-old needs to play regularly, and he has been linked with a return to Italy.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Journalist says club may struggle to reject Arsenal’s offer

Arsenal have been linked with a potential move for Davide Bartesaghi as he continues to develop at AC Milan, with the defender showing steady improvement.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 23

Man Utd poised to buy two EPL stars from four-man shortlist as INEOS sanction major midfield overhaul

Manchester United will reportedly sign two new midfielders in the summer, with four main candidates lined up. The Red Devils currently have four first-team central midfielders among their ranks, but none of them is guaranteed to stay beyond the summer.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 23

Tottenham step up chase after scouting 15-G/A sensation compared to Eden Hazard

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Ajax attacker Mika Godts. The 20-year-old has done quite well for the Dutch outfit, and Tottenham have been following him this season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Pundit explains how Newcastle 'absolutely battered Chelsea' on Saturday afternoon

One pundit has been explaining how Newcastle United “absolutely battered Chelsea” on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League. The Blues drew 2-2 with Toon away from home in what was a very entertaining game to watch for the neutrals at least.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 23

Insider: Man Utd awaiting green light to activate £65m Semenyo clause

Manchester United technical director Jason Wilcox is ready to launch an onslaught for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo. The Red Devils had already contemplated a move for the 25-year-old last summer, but eventually signed Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko, who collectively cost the club more than £200 million.