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Sky Germany: Chelsea express interest in Bundesliga star, Man United also in the race

Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha according to reports in Germany. The Blues were expected to be quiet in January, but it appears their plans have changed and they are now looking to add a centre back, and possibly a midfielder.

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Sky journalist reveals 'significant breaking news' on Manchester United star’s future

Manchester United are reportedly ready to open talks with Kobbie Mainoo over a new contract in a “significant” update from Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 23

A young Manchester City defender learned a harsh lesson this week

It has been a whirlwind past two weeks for Max Alleyne. Manchester City recalled the young center-back from his loan spell at Watford after Rúben Dias and Joško Gvardiol went down with injuries.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 23

Tottenham keen on £70m 'special' talent who has 'captivated' rival managers

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Bundesliga midfielder Can Uzun. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder has impressed in Germany and attracted the attention of Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle United.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Journalist: Chelsea looked at signing Joao Palhinha but Julian Alvarez unlikely

A journalist has put some information out around some possible Chelsea transfer targets, pervious and current. The Blues are weighing up some transfer options for the January transfer window as well as the summer transfer window.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Fabrizio Romano provides new update on shock Chelsea transfer

Chelsea don’t want any obligation to buy in a potential loan move for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues were expected to be quiet this month, but their plans have changed and they are looking to bring in a centre back and possibly a midfielder.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / January 23

'Inevitable' – source makes big transfer claim about Liverpool star Mohamed Salah

A source close to the Saudi Pro League has made a big claim about the future of Liverpool star Mohamed Salah ahead of the summer. The Reds have just welcomed Salah back from AFCON and he seems to have resolved his feud with manager Arne Slot for the time being as he’s brought back into the first-team fold.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Issues with Lavia and Essugo: Why Chelsea are trying to sign Douglas Luiz this month

Chelsea are trying to sign midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan from Juventus this month in some fresh transfer news that came out. It came from nowhere really, even if we had been hearing some whispers that Chelsea could still look to make more new signings this window, even after their attempts to sign Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

'Now made an approach' – Fabrizio Romano on fresh Chelsea attempts to sign new player

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has put out the very latest on Chelsea’s fresh attempts to sign a new player this January. Time is running out now and there is seemingly quite a lot to get done for many clubs scrambling around in this winter transfer window.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 22

Report: Red Bulls close to deal for G Ethan Horvath

The New York Red Bulls are nearing an agreement to land U.S. goalkeeper Ethan Horvath from Cardiff City in Wales, according to a report from The Athletic.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 22

When can Arsenal welcome Piero Hincapie back to fitness?

Piero Hincapie has been sidelined for Arsenal since suffering an injury during the match against Liverpool at the Emirates, creating further challenges for Mikel Arteta as he manages an already stretched squad.

Burnley News / To The Lane And Back / January 22

Thomas Frank gives one major bad news in otherwise encouraging Tottenham injury update ahead of Burnley trip

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Thomas Frank continues to be under significant scrutiny from the board and the fans. The club have so far backed Thomas Frank

Borussia Monchengladbach News / Caught Offside / January 22

Report: Sunderland in talks to sign experienced veteran from Bundesliga club

Sunderland are hoping to sign the Borussia Monchengladbach goalkeeper Jonas Omlin during the January transfer window. According to a report from Pete O’Rourke, Sunderland have already opened talks to sign the goalkeeper from the German club, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 22

Arsenal makes a decision on the future of their returning frontman

Gabriel Jesus delivered a clear statement of intent with his two goals as Arsenal defeated Inter Milan in their most recent match. His performance has intensified the debate around Arsenal’s striking options, particularly at a time when Viktor Gyokeres has struggled to replicate his previous goal-scoring form.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 22

Importance of Burnley test for Thomas Frank explained as pundit highlights where Spurs ‘have suffered’

Tottenham returned to winning ways with a dominant display against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night in the Champions League. The Lilywhites secured all three points thanks to first-half goals from Cristian Romero and Dominic Solanke.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 22

Chelsea pushing for more depth, Brazilian star could join before transfer deadline

Chelsea are interested in signing the Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz during the January transfer window. The 27-year-old is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest from Juventus, but he has struggled for regular game time at the Premier League club.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 22

Ornstein Exclusive: Chelsea consider loaning 27 year old Brazil international this month

We’re reaching the critical stage of this January transfer window – with just over a week to go, deals are hotting up all over the place. New names are being mentioned all the time, and top source David Ornstein has just mentioned a totally new option for Chelsea.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 22

Thierry Henry takes a dig at Tottenham while praising Harry Kane’s game at Bayern Munich

It’s been a while since Harry Kane swapped the Tottenham Hotspur badge on his chest for Bayern Munich. And the England international has been playing some of the best football of his career for the German giants as he powers Vincent Kompany & Co.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 22

Report: Liverpool leading the 'big six' race to sign £65m wonderkid

Liverpool are very interested in signing the Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The 21-year-old has been linked with a move away from Selhurst Park in recent times, and the “big six” clubs are all interested in signing him.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 22

Hugely respected ExWHUEmployee is calling another unsettling transfer rumour

There’s fresh transfer speculation linking West Ham United with Radu Drăgușin from Tottenham Hotspur as of today. Where is the good news?! The main source for this speculation is always a reliable West Ham insider account @ExWHUEmployee who posted that Dragusin has emerged as a target for the Hammers.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 22

Even more than VVD: Liverpool would need to stump up eye-watering fee to sign centre-back colossus

Liverpool would seemingly have to pay a gigantic fee to sign reported transfer target Micky van de Ven from Tottenham Hotspur. The Reds had been strongly

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 22

Watch: Chelsea manager names the thing which impressed him most from 1-0 win

Chelsea got the job done against Pafos in the Champions League last night, winning 1-0, but there’s no doubt it wasn’t a great performance, and the crowd wanted more goals – goals that could prove crucial for our final standing in the table.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 22

Van Dijk explains why one Marseille question crossed a line for Slot

Virgil van Dijk has publicly backed Arne Slot after describing a pre-match question about his manager’s future as “disrespectful” following Liverpool’s Champions League win in Marseille.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 22

Nwaneri reveals what Saliba told him about Olympique Marseille

William Saliba’s development into a key figure at Arsenal was shaped significantly by his loan spell at Olympique Marseille, a period that proved decisive in his career progression.

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / January 22

The time is now for a forgotten Manchester City attacker to make his mark

It is no secret that Erling Haaland is battling fatigue. Haaland’s performances have dropped recently and he does look in desperate need of a rest. Unfortunately for Manchester City, with Omar Marmoush absent for over a month due to his participation at AFCON with Egypt, Pep Guardiola hasn’t been able to give Haaland the rest he needs.