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Retiring Darlington Nagbe, Crew seek to avoid play-in game

The only way the ninth-place Columbus Crew can avoid being on the road for the Eastern Conference play-in match is to defeat the visiting New York Red Bulls on Saturday and get help elsewhere.

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Local media confirms transfer approach from Tottenham for 31-year-old title-winning star

Tottenham Hotspur were reportedly keen on securing the services of the Napoli defender Amir Rrahmani during the summer transfer window. According to a report from CalcioNapoli24, the Premier League made two approaches to sign the 31-year-old central defender in the summer, but Napoli blocked both attempts.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 17

Serie A goalscorers in the October break: dominant trio and Scotland standouts

Serie A players proved to be in good shape during the international break, especially Rasmus Hojlund, Kenan Yildiz and Ruslan Malinovskyi, who netted three goals in two games.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 17

Philippe Coutinho could prove key as Tottenham target eyes God’s ‘special path’

Tottenham Hotspur maintain a vigilant interest in Rayan, the 19-year-old forward from Vasco da Gama, whose recent reflections on his career trajectory align seamlessly with the club’s vision for patient, well-rounded development.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / October 17

Inter Milan Without Three Players For Roma Clash As Argentina Star Returns & New Boy Set To Start

Inter will travel to the capital without Marcus Thuram, Matteo Darmian, and Filippo Di Gennaro for their Serie A clash against Roma. This comes as the Corriere dello Sport reports.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 17

‘No chance’ of Baleba/Wharton in Jan – but United could move for ‘surprise name’ in form of £31m Bundesliga star

Manchester United are unlikely to pursue the midfield targets fans are calling out for in January, but they might just take a look at Jobe Bellingham’s uncertain situation at Borussia Dortmund.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 17

CF Montreal stand in way of FC Cincinnati landing East's No. 2 seed

FC Cincinnati enter their regular-season finale against visiting CF Montreal on Saturday with an eye on seeding for the upcoming MLS Cup playoffs. Entering Decision Day, Cincinnati (19-9-5, 62 points) is in second place in the Eastern Conference thanks to a tiebreaker edge on Inter Miami, who also have 62 points.

Soccer News / The Laziali / October 17

Lazio Receive Double Injury Boost Ahead of Atalanta Clash

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri could recover the services of two key players in Mattia Zaccagni and Adam Marusic ahead of Sunday’s contest against Atalanta.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / October 17

Chelsea Injuries Today: Team News vs Nottingham Forest

Enzo Maresca has delivered his pre-match press conference and provided updates on a number of players. These are the Chelsea injuries today, for October 17, as they head into a key collision with Nottingham Forest, as they aim to make it three wins on the bounce.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 17

Arsenal star slammed for his contribution to club and country

Viktor Gyokeres is experiencing a goal drought very early in his Arsenal career, and his form for Sweden has not provided any relief. When players encounter difficulties at club level, they often turn to international football as an opportunity to regain confidence and score goals for their national team.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / October 17

'It’s a shame'- Inconsistent Tottenham striker deemed a ‘massive miss’

Some Tottenham Hotspur fans are still surprised to see Richarlison wearing the Lilywhite jersey at N17 this season. At one point during the summer transfer window, it seemed almost certain that the Brazil international would be heading for the exit after failing to make an impact under Ange Postecoglou last term.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 17

Arne Slot confirms major Liverpool injury blow ahead of Manchester United clash

Liverpool will be forced to make a key change for Sunday’s meeting with Manchester United after Arne Slot confirmed Alisson Becker will not feature at Anfield.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 17

Charlotte's goal vs. Union: Wrap up home field for playoffs

Charlotte FC will look to guarantee a top four seed and home field advantage in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series when they host the Philadelphia Union on Saturday in both teams' regular-season finale.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / October 17

Report: Tottenham player 'turning heads', top European clubs keen on signing him

Tottenham Hotspur defender Luka Vuskovic is currently on loan at Hamburger SV, and his performances have been exemplary. The 18-year-old has already established himself as an important player for the German club, and top teams are now monitoring his progress.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / October 17

Jamie Carragher hints at Liverpool’s long-term Salah plan after major warning

Liverpool’s greatest modern goalscorer might be facing a new challenge and it’s come from one of our own. Writing for The Telegraph, Jamie Carragher questioned whether Mo Salah can continue producing at his world-class level forever, while hinting that Arne Slot may already be preparing the club for the next chapter.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / October 17

'Solution' expected for exciting Man United transfer target this January

Manchester United are one of the clubs eyeing up the transfer of Real Madrid forward Endrick as he’s expected to leave on loan this January. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, the talented young Brazilian striker is out of favour at the Bernabeu and has around eight clubs looking at him as a transfer target.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

Report: Club not fully convinced about signing Chelsea star, difficult situation emerging

Premier League new boys Sunderland aren’t entirely convinced about bringing Marc Guiu back to the club according to reports. The striker joined Sunderland on loan in the summer, but made just three appearances for the Black Cats, before returning to Chelsea.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 17

Liverpool handed early boost as United duo absent from training

Liverpool could face a depleted Manchester United side this weekend, with reports suggesting two of Ruben Amorim’s key players have missed training ahead of their trip to Anfield.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

'I expected' – Benoit Badiashile reveals one major thing that’s surprised him about Chelsea

Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile has revealed the one thing which has surprised him about the club in a recent interview. Badaishile joined the Blues from Monaco in January 2023 in a deal worth £35m, and had a brilliant first six months at the club playing alongside Thiago Silva.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 17

Atlanta faces D.C. United in Brad Guzan's MLS farewell

When the Atlanta United host D.C. United on Saturday to close out the MLS regular season, a longtime member of Atlanta's roster will be saying his goodbyes.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 17

Report: Amorim poised to recall player he ‘really likes’ and is desperate to get ‘extra bit’ out of vs LFC

Ruben Amorim has been tipped to recall Manuel Ugarte to the starting XI for Sunday’s clash with Liverpool. The midfielder featured for only five minutes of Manchester United’s win over Sunderland prior to the international break.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 17

'It happens' – Joe Cole speaks on Levi Colwill and makes interesting John Terry comparison

Former Chelsea star Joe Cole believes it was a mistake not to replace Levi Colwill and has made a comparison to John Terry. Chelsea lost Colwill to an ACL injury before the start of the season, and despite public pleas from Enzo Maresca for a new centre back, the club didn’t grant him his wish.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 17

Bryan Mbeumo trying to lure £100m Manchester United transfer target to Old Trafford

Manchester United new-boy Bryan Mbeumo is reportedly doing his best to try to convince fellow Cameroon international Carlos Baleba to join him at Old Trafford.

Lille News / To The Lane And Back / October 17

Chelsea threaten to derail Tottenham move for Serie A marksman

Thomas Frank has Tottenham Hotspur competing strongly on all four fronts this season following last year’s Europa League campaign. Spurs are third in the Premier League, unbeaten in the Champions League and have advanced to the Carabao Cup fourth round.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 17

‘Waiting and seeing’: Why fan-favourite United star is now delaying signing a new contract

Kobbie Mainoo has yet to put pen to paper on a new Manchester United contract, despite being in talks for several months. Whilst it isn’t an overly pressing

VfL Wolfsburg News / Esteemed Kompany / October 16

There was both good and bad news to emerge from Manchester City training today

With the latest round of international fixtures complete, Manchester City returns to the pitch this weekend. Pep Guardiola’s side take on Everton at the Etihad Stadium in what looms as a tricky Premier League fixture for City.