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Confirmed Arsenal team to face Crystal Palace – Jesus starts

Arsenal hosts Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter finals, and this is the starting eleven chosen by Mikel Arteta. This fixture carries significant importance for the Gunners, as it is widely viewed as a campaign in which they are expected to secure silverware.

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Chelsea star spotted in Tuesday's training ahead of likely injury return vs Aston Villa

Estevao was among the Chelsea players who took part in Tuesday's gym session at Cobham ahead of his possible return in Saturday's Premier League home fixture against Aston Villa.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / December 23

Real Madrid interest in Saudi Pro League star confirmed by ex-player

Real Madrid are expected to sign a new midfielder next summer, given the strong possibility of Dani Ceballos’ eventual exit from the Bernabeu. Since the

Nottingham Forest News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan part ways with Origi

AC Milan have officially confirmed the termination of Divock Origi’s contract, bringing an end to the Belgian striker’s spell at San Siro. Origi joined Milan in the summer of 2022 as an attacking reinforcement following the club’s Scudetto triumph.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 23

Johnny Kenny low on confidence and struggling, Shin should start at Livingston

Who should lead the line for Celtic at Livingston? To me Johnny Kenny is really nothing more than a squad player, which shows the current state of this Celtic squad.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 23

'He will sign for Liverpool': Journalist drops bombshell update regarding Barcelona target

Marc Guehi is expected to leave Crystal Palace soon, and he has been linked with Liverpool. The 25-year-old was very close to signing for the Premier League champions during the summer window, but Crystal Palace pulled the plug on the deal at the last minute after struggling to find a replacement for him.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Gary Neville thinks Arsenal should worry about only Man City in title race

Aston Villa have won their last ten matches, making them the most in form team in the Premier League at present. The Villans currently sit just three points behind Arsenal in the league table, signalling the threat they pose to the Gunners in the title race.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Tottenham step up transfer hunt for 19-year-old rising star amid fierce competition

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. The 19-year-old attacker has done quite well in Germany this season, and he could prove to be a long-term acquisition for Tottenham.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 23

Gigi Maifredi says Juventus has the strongest attack in the league

Despite failing to sell Dusan Vlahovic in the summer, Juventus still managed to strengthen their forward line by signing Lois Openda and Jonathan David, creating an attack that many rival clubs would admire.

Marseille News / Football Italia / December 23

Al-Ittihad in contact with Lazio over former Arsenal wing-back Nuno Tavares

Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad are in constant communication with Lazio over the possibility of signing Nuno Tavares. According to transfer expert Matteo Moretto, the Saudi side have been in contact with the Biancocelesti over the Portuguese wing-back, who has struggled with inconsistency in the Italian capital.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 23

Chelsea looking to crash the party with late call to sign Man United January target

Chelsea are interested in signing Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth during the January transfer window. The 25-year-old is a target for Manchester United and Manchester City as well.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / December 23

Former France & Chelsea defender: Milan star ‘Maignan is just what Chelsea need’

Former Chelsea and France defender Frank Leboeuf believes AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan would be the ideal signing to take Chelsea to the next level.

Atlanta United sign Argentine GK Lucas Hoyos

Atlanta United signed veteran goalkeeper Lucas Hoyos through the 2026 MLS season on Tuesday. The deal with the 36-year-old Argentina international includes options through 2027-28.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Real Madrid on red alert with Liverpool star more than willing to seal Bernabéu move

Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has been linked with a move away from the club, and Real Madrid has been mentioned as a potential destination. As per Fichajes, he is already angling for a move away.

Werder Bremen News / The Cult of Calcio / December 23

Fullkrug Arrives in Italy to Finalize Milan Transfer

Milan will count on a new striker right as the January window opens, as they have come to terms with West Ham to onboard Niclas Fullkrug, who’s already taking the medicals, Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto report (via SOSFanta).

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 23

Napoli risk transfer ban & Lazio free after Serie A financial review: the situation

Fresh from lifting the Supercoppa Italiana, Napoli could soon be dealing with a transfer-related issue away from the pitch, as reports indicate that Lazio will be free to operate in the upcoming January market.

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Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 23

Livingston v Celtic – Wilfried Nancy’s Pre-Match Media Conference

Celtic held their pre-match mainstream media conferences today with Benjamin Nancy and Wilfried Nancy ahead of the match away to Livingston on Saturday afternoon (27 December)… Celtic fan media remains banned, pending the outcome of Celtic’s ‘review’ which as things stand has not involved any communication whatsoever.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Serie A giants eyeing loan swoop for ‘special’ Liverpool beast; Arne Slot will surely say no

According to reports from Italy, one Liverpool player is wanted on loan by a Serie A club for the second half of the season. As we reported for Empire of the Kop in the final days of the summer transfer window, AC Milan had been attempting to prise Joe Gomez from the Reds just before the 1 September deadline, but the defender remained at Anfield.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Chelsea have third best player in the Premier League in this position – even their fans might not guess

We’re just two games away from the halfway point of the Premier League season, making it a perfect time to take a look at the stats behind Chelsea’s season so far.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Will Gabriel Jesus start against Crystal Palace?

Gabriel Jesus has returned to full fitness, yet he continues to wait for his first Arsenal start since suffering a long-term injury, raising questions over whether that opportunity could come against Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 23

Romano: Amorim willing to do the unthinkable if Man Utd prevail in ‘crazy’ January transfer battle

Fabrizio Romano reveals the latest developments in the rapidly escalating race to sign Antoine Semenyo, involving Manchester United and three other Premier League giants.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Paul Joyce outlines Semenyo and Guehi updates as January picture sharpens

Liverpool’s January intentions are rarely spelled out in public, but a trusted voice has now added important context around two names long associated with us.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

'It’s a big blow…' – Wolves suffer ‘significant’ injury setback ahead of Liverpool clash

Wolves have been dealt a significant injury blow ahead of their visit to Anfield to face Liverpool on Saturday. It’s been a nightmare of a season for the

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Arsenal loanee can’t stop winning as his form leads to another win

Jakub Kiwior has continued to establish himself as one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season, even while playing away from the Emirates Stadium.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Maresca comments show how Newcastle trip can help Chelsea in one of their biggest games of the season to come

The Evening Standard today are taking a rare midweek without a Chelsea game as a chance to look at the Blues’ season and Enzo Maresca’s situation at the club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

'Because of those reasons…' – Jamie Carragher apologises to Chelsea fans after snubbing star man

Monday Night Football last night had Jamie Carragher on, putting together his team of the season so far. There were no Chelsea players in there – perhaps harsh, but to be fair we haven’t been one of the main storylines of the season.

Sampdoria News / Extratime Talk / December 23

Inter Miami’s 2026 Preseason Tour Strengthens South American Ties In Medellin and Beyond

Inter Miami’s 2026 preseason tour is not just a warm-up for another MLS campaign—it’s a continued statement. While most MLS clubs treat preseason as a closed-door tune-up or low key affair, Inter Miami continues to operate with a global, and specifically Latin American, mindset.