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Report: Italian giants make Chelsea attacker their primary target for 2026

AC Milan are preparing for a decisive summer in the transfer market, and strengthening their attacking department has emerged as a top priority. According Gazetta dello Sport, Chelsea loanee Nicolas Jackson has moved to the forefront of Milan’s striker shortlist as the Rossoneri assess options to refresh their frontline.

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Champions League-chasing Villa target Bundesliga ace in bold summer shake-up

Aston Villa are interested in signing the Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson in the summer. According to a report from Football Insider, Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is a big fan of the 24-year-old, and he has sanctioned a move for the player in the summer.

Soccer News / Outlook India / February 28

Real Oviedo 0-1 Atletico Madrid: Alvarez Delivers Late Dagger After Oblak Saves The Day

Atletico Madrid defeated Real Oviedo 1-0 in LaLiga with Julián Álvarez firing a stoppage-time winner at the Estadio Municipal Carlos Tartiere Oviedo threatened

Soccer News / HITC / February 27

Fulham vs Tottenham Hotspur preview, kick-off time and team news

Tottenham Hotspur travel to Craven Cottage under pressure as they face Fulham in a pivotal London derby. Igor Tudor’s first match in interim charge ended in a heavy north London derby defeat, leaving Spurs hovering just above the relegation picture.

Villarreal News / The 4th Official / February 26

Cubarsi, Pedri And Lopez To Start | 4-2-3-1 Barcelona Predicted Lineup Vs Villarreal

Barcelona will entertain Villarreal at the Nou Camp this Saturday as they look to secure a win at home in La Liga. The Catalan club managed to earn an impressive 3-0 win versus Levante recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.

Georges Mikautadze News / Extratime Talk / February 26

Georges Mikautadze Villarreal: Proving himself in La Liga

The Georges Mikautadze Villarreal move came in the summer of 2026, when the Spanish club signed him after his strong period in France. The Georges Mikautadze Villarreal transfer gave him the opportunity to play in La Liga, one of Europe’s top leagues, and to test himself at a higher level.

Villarreal News / Sunderland on SI / February 21

Sunderland vs. Fulham: How & Where to Watch on TV, Live Streaming

In matchday 27 of the Premier League, on February 22nd, Sunderland will face Fulham at the Stadium of Light, in a fascinating match where both teams arrive in a moment of great ambition to be able to add points and climb important positions in the league.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / February 21

Aston Villa Interested In This 24 Year Old Chelsea Forward: Can He Be Effective At Villa Park?

Nicolas Jackson looks set to return to the English capital this summer. His ambitious loan spell with Bayern Munich concludes without a permanent agreement.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 21

Tottenham leading preliminary negotiations to sign Premier League flop

Tottenham are reportedly leading the preliminary negotiations for the potential transfer of Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. The Senegal international has struggled in recent times, failing to make much of an impact at Stamford Bridge, or during his loan spell with Bayern Munich this season.

Liam Delap News / Caught Offside / February 21

Report confirms Chelsea could make surprise transfer decision as club targeting deal

Chelsea striker Liam Delap can reportedly leave the club this summer as Everton are making him one of their top targets. We reported earlier this week that Delap’s Chelsea future was in serious doubt, with Manchester United understood to be one of his suitors.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 20

Report: Chelsea star already deep in talks over summer transfer, Aston Villa monitoring situation

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is reportedly already deep in talks over his next move as his loan spell at Bayern Munich comes to an end in the summer.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 19

Chelsea to greenlight sale as Man United & Tottenham eye move for 24-year-old

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson is currently on loan at Bayern Munich, and the player is expected to return to the club in the summer. The German outfit is unlikely to sign him permanently, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

Soccer News / Football Espana / February 12

Atletico Madrid put one foot in Copa del Rey final after Barcelona demolition

Atletico Madrid 4-0 Barcelona Atletico Madrid put in their most impressive performance of the season as they swept aside Barcelona at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final tie.

Julian Alvarez News / Caught Offside / February 11

Ex-Chelsea man calls for Julian Alvarez transfer and names the player who 'needs to go'

Former Chelsea defender Jason Cundy has made it clear that he’d welcome Julian Alvarez to the club as a replacement for Liam Delap. Alvarez has shone for Atletico Madrid and there’s been plenty of speculation over his future ahead of this summer.

Soccer News / HITC / February 4

Chelsea’s £20m backup goalkeeper set for summer exit despite impressing Rosenior

Chelsea saw a few players leave during the January window, and it looks like more will follow come summer. On deadline day, Tyrique George, Axel Disasi and Aaron Anselmino all left Stamford Bridge on loan.

Liam Rosenior News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

Liam Rosenior’s Tactical Shift at Chelsea

While on the surface Liam Rosenior’s tactical ideology can seem similar to Enzo Maresca, the two have a number of differences when you dig into the finer details.

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Villarreal News / Field Level Media / January 30

USMNT's Alex Freeman completes transfer to Villarreal

American World Cup roster hopeful Alex Freeman finalized his transfer from Orlando City to Villarreal, one of the top clubs in Spain's LaLiga. Villarreal confirmed the addition of Freeman, a 21-year-old right back who is the reigning MLS Young Player of the Year, through the 2032 season.

Villarreal News / HITC / January 30

Manchester United vs. Fulham preview, kick-off time and team news

Manchester United welcome Fulham to Old Trafford as both sides look to strengthen their Premier League positions. Manchester United face Fulham in a key league fixture as Michael Carrick’s side continue their strong run of form.

Villarreal News / Field Level Media / January 26

Reports: USMNT's Alex Freeman leaving Orlando City for Villarreal

U.S. national team defender Alex Freeman is set to move from Orlando City to Villarreal in Spain's LaLiga, The Athletic and ESPN reported on Monday. The transfer fee reportedly starts at more than $4 million but could top $7 million with add-ons included.

Villarreal News / Extratime Talk / January 24

Six Bayern Munich Contracts That Are Expiring This Summer

The six Bayern Munich contracts expiring this summer are already a major off-field distraction for the Bavarians. While granted, not all of the six are key players, it still prevents them from focusing on the important next few months.

Villarreal News / HITC / January 12

Chelsea and Tottenham locked in battle over one of Cesc Fabregas’ standout signings

Liam Rosenior has been in the spotlight all week as he settles into his new role at Chelsea, but there is still plenty happening behind the scenes with the January window open.

Villarreal News / Extratime Talk / January 4

Kevin’s Form For Fulham: A Player Lacking Confidence?

On the final day of the 2025 summer transfer window, Fulham completed the acquisition of Kevin from Shakhtar Donetsk. However, Kevin’s form since then, has failed to live up to expectations, with high hopes placed on the 22-year-old’s shoulders after his big money transfer.

Villarreal News / Athlon Sports / December 21

Why Is Pedri Not Playing Tonight for Barcelona vs Villarreal?

FC Barcelona will be playing against one of the best teams in La Liga so far this season, Villarreal. Villarreal are third with 35 points and will have the home advantage since the match against Barcelona will be played at the Estadio de la Cerámica.

Denzel Dumfries News / The Cult of Calcio / December 12

Another Dumfries Saga Potentially Burgeoning at Inter

Denzel Dumfries has been absent since the last international break due to an ankle injury. The problem seemed mild at first. Instead, he has missed six matches already, and he’ll skip a few more, as he doesn’t really have a firm timetable to return.

Mike Maignan News / The Cult of Calcio / December 3

Chelsea Yet to Resume Chasing After Milan Star Maignan

The race to capture Mike Maignan on a free transfer has already started, as Milan will struggle to mend fences with his entourage, but Chelsea, which came fairly close to signing him last summer, haven’t been active lately, Fabrizio Romano reports (via CalcioNews24).