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‘Liverpool hoped…’ – Anfield naivety over Marc Guehi transfer laid bare by Paul Joyce report

A weekend report by Paul Joyce has laid bare just how naive Liverpool had been with their transfer stance on Marc Guehi. Four-and-a-half months on from having a £35m deadline-day move for the Crystal Palace captain cancelled at the 11th hour, the Reds have now seen the England international agree a £20m deal to join Manchester City in recent days.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Chelsea player declares that Blues are 'still in the race' after Brentford win

A Chelsea player has declared that his team are “still in the race” after beating Brentford 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday. The score line wasn’t really an accurate representation on how the game went, and Brentford will be very annoyed that they didn’t get more from it.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 19

Club director confirms he has spoken with Man Utd directly in hopes of signing 65-app star before deadline

AS Roma have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee. The Serie A outfit had begun targeting Zirkzee in the months leading up to the winter window while monitoring his uncertain situation at Old Trafford.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 19

Big clubs also want ‘forward with blistering acceleration’ scouted by Spurs

Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs keeping tabs on Brentford’s German forward Kevin Schade. But they’re not alone. have shown genuine interest in signing Kevin Schade, the 24-year-old German forward currently starring for Brentford in the Premier League.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / January 19

Insider confirms Newcastle United have put one of their biggest assets up for sale

Newcastle United are prepared to make Anthony Gordon available for transfer this summer, according to a trusted source on X. The decision marks a significant shift in the club’s long-term planning, with senior figures reportedly looking to upgrade their attacking output, particularly in goals and assists, ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 19

Source: Spurs plotting ‘Bombshell’ replacement coach for ailing Frank

Finchajes confirm Tottenham have approached Xavi Hernández, who has been without a club since leaving Barcelona in the summer of 2024. Spurs are sitting

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 19

'Sources say' – Chelsea would be willing to sell one of their big name players

According to a report over the weekend, Chelsea will actually be willing to sell one of their big name players in the summer. There’s been a few stories out around this in recent days, and it looks to be a story that is going to be heating up as we head towards the summer transfer window.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 19

Surprise Bundesliga manager emerges as target for Man United head coach job

Manchester United have added Niko Kovač to their list of potential managerial candidates for the summer, according to journalist Rudy Galetti. The Croatian tactician, currently thriving at Borussia Dortmund, has attracted growing attention from top European clubs, including Chelsea, who explored his availability before appointing Liam Rosenior.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Romano’s report on wonderkid’s future claims major changes could come 'in next two weeks'

Chelsea’s January transfer windows these days are mainly used as a chance to shuffle around some loan players, and that’s just what we’re seeing here.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 19

Report: Tottenham identify young Premier League manager to replace Thomas Frank

Tottenham have entered a critical phase regarding the future of manager Thomas Frank, with senior club officials holding internal discussions after the damaging 2–1 defeat at home to West Ham United.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 19

Progress is being made by a player that Manchester City need back to his best

There weren’t many positives to take from their 2-nil derby defeat to Manchester United for Manchester City. Abdukodir Khusanov and Gianluigi Donnarumma were the only two players who performed at an acceptable level for City at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 19

'Go ahead my friend' Spurs ace hits back (then deletes) at fan rage on Instagram

Pedro Porro is known for his attacking contributions from defence, but the current campaign has been a mixed bag for him and the team. He’s strong in progressive

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 19

Sources: Man United actively monitoring English midfielder as Spurs cool interest

Tottenham were among the Premier League sides exploring a move for Hayden Hackney in the January transfer window, but their interest has now cooled significantly following the £34 million signing of Conor Gallagher from Atlético Madrid.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

'Beyond my control' – Manager seems to accept he might lose star player to Chelsea

A manager has come out with some comments over the weekend and is seemingly accepting that he could lose a star player to Chelsea. When Chelsea come calling, for some, it will be hard to resist.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 19

Official: Man United release statement confirming first permanent outgoing of the January window after Manchester derby

Manchester United confirmed over the weekend that Sam Mather had finally completed his long-awaited move to Kayserispor. Back in the summer, the midfielder had been on the verge of joining the Turkish outfit until the deal fell through at the 11th hour.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 19

Fabrizio Romano delivers the latest info on Jeremy Jacquet to Chelsea over night

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is the man who never sleeps, and he put out his latest info on Jeremy Jacquet to Chelsea over night. It’s the big Chelsea transfer story of this January window so far, with The Blues looking to get a deal tied up to sign the rising French centre back from Rennes this month.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 18

Opinion: Arsenal is showing their soft side, and it’s too early

Arsenal have now failed to win back-to-back Premier League games after being held to a goalless draw by Nottingham Forest at the weekend. The result came following a 0-0 draw against Liverpool, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side without consecutive league victories for the first time in recent weeks.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 18

Crystal Palace make Oliver Glasner sack decision after furious outburst at club hierarchy

Crystal Palace have decided against sacking manager Oliver Glasner, despite being unhappy with his recent public outburst against the club’s hierarchy.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 18

Senegal survives tumultuous final to win Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 in extra time on Sunday in Rabat, Morocco, to take home the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.

Manchester United owes derby victory to regression, not revival

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 18

Tottenham leading the chase for 109-goal ex-Ligue 1 striker now in Serie A

Thomas Frank is finally seeing progress in Tottenham Hotspur’s winter transfer window. He has received a lot of criticism in the last couple of months, but looks to have the backing of the Lewis Family for the time being.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 18

Ruud Gullit questions if Chelsea is 'right club' for 'development' of £35.5m Blues ace

Former Chelsea player and manager Ruud Gullit has questioned whether Stamford Bridge is the right place for Jorrel Hato to develop. Chelsea signed Hato from Ajax last summer in a deal worth an initial £35.5m, with the Dutch international regarded as one of the best young defenders in Europe.