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Serie A giants advance in talks to sign Joshua Zirkzee

Joshua Zirkzee is one of many names who may leave Manchester United in the January transfer window. Zirkzee, who joined the Red Devils in 2023, has made 59 appearances since joining the club and has scored eight times in these games.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 21

Liverpool Identify This Tottenham Hotspur Midfielder As A Target: What Will He Bring To Anfield?

In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Liverpool have identified Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall as a target. It has been claimed that the Reds are eyeing a move to bring the Swedish talent to Anfield next year.

Aston Villa News / centredevils / December 21

Bruno Fernandes injury timeline outlined

Bruno Fernandes is one of the main leaders at Manchester United currently. As captain of the club, Fernandes represents United in official matters such as in PFA meetings.

Aston Villa News / centredevils / December 21

Kobbie Mainoo injury status for Newcastle United game confirmed

Kobbie Mainoo is one of many names to currently be injured as Manchester United undergo the festive period. Mainoo, who has featured just ten times this season, has been linked with moves away from Old Trafford in the January transfer window with his future at the club set to be decided soon ahead of the window.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 21

Juventus Identify Inter Milan Midfielder Alongside Marseille & Newcastle United Stars For Reinforcements

Juventus are stepping up their January planning and have identified Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi as part of a broader shortlist aimed at strengthening the centre of the pitch.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / December 21

Genoa coach De Rossi pushes for Pisilli and awaits Dzeko decision

Daniele De Rossi is confident he can add reinforcements to a Genoa side that is becoming increasingly competitive. We already covered the situation involving Perin last night, but there has also been discussion surrounding Edin Dzeko in attack, largely due to De Rossi’s strong personal relationship with the Bosnian striker.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 21

Opinion: For would-be champions Arsenal is on a bad run of form

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Everton yesterday, but the performance has raised questions about whether it was their most unconvincing display in recent weeks.

Lecce News / SempreInter.com / December 21

Former Barcelona & France World Cup Winner Claims Inter Milan Are ‘Ahead Of Everyone’ In Serie A

Former Barcelona defender and World Cup winner Samuel Umtiti believes Inter are currently setting the pace in Serie A, placing them ahead of all their domestic rivals in the Scudetto race.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 21

Calamai urges Juventus to back ‘Superman’ Spalletti in January: 'The magic must be exploited'

Italian journalist Luca Calamai believes Juventus have the opportunity to complete a sensational comeback this season, but only if the manager supports Luciano Spalletti in the market.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 21

Man City eye blockbuster £40m move for Leeds sensation linked with Tottenham

Manchester City are interested in signing the Leeds United forward Harry Gray. According to Alan Nixon, they are impressed with the talented attacker, and they could look to make a move for him next month.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 21

Manchester City open to selling rising star as Crystal Palace prepare January swoop

Manchester City attacker Oscar Bobb has been linked with a move away from the club. According to the Daily Mail, Manchester City are open to offers for the 22-year-old attacker in January.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Conte: ‘This Supercoppa is even more important now’ as Napoli face Bologna

Napoli head coach Antonio Conte believes the revamped Supercoppa Italiana format has raised the stakes even higher, as his side prepare to face Bologna in the final.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / December 21

Report: Everton planning major defensive upgrade with Leeds United star

Everton are looking to improve the defensive unit with the signing of Jayden Bogle from Leeds United. According to Football Insider, they are looking to sign a quality right back, and they have identified the 25-year-old Leeds United defender as a target.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 21

‘Finding it hard’ Pundit says Gyokeres is struggling with Premier League physicality

Jamie Redknapp believes Viktor Gyokeres has endured a challenging start to his Arsenal career, largely due to the physical demands of the Premier League.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 21

Serie A – Genoa vs Atalanta: Official Starting Lineups

Genoa host Atalanta this evening in what promises to be an exciting affair between two teams showing steady signs of improvement. For the hosts, the club have looked in a healthier place since Patrick Vieira was replaced by Daniele De Rossi as head coach, climbing clear of the relegation zone.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

Neville: Man United star didn’t ‘look too happy’ with ‘surprising’ Amorim call in second half

Gary Neville says Joshua Zirkzee wasn’t best pleased that Lisandro Martinez was called upon to replace Bruno Fernandes instead of him. When Aston Villa and Manchester United exited down the tunnel for the interval, it was expected that Bruno Fernandes would not emerge for the second half – at least not to continue playing, anyway.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / December 21

This Week In Lazio History: December 15-21

This week in Lazio history we remember some fantastic wins, another Caicedo last second goal and the passing of Sinisa Mihajlovic. Date: Sunday, December

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21

‘Mikel has made him’ Moyes not taking credit for Rice’s development

Declan Rice’s journey to the top of English football is a reminder of how persistence and opportunity can shape a career. Released by Chelsea as a teenager, the midfielder was given a chance by West Ham, a decision that ultimately led to the club selling him to Arsenal for a record-breaking fee.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

‘He’s just…’: Neville saw what Fernandes did after sustaining injury, what Amorim did in response was concerning

Bruno Fernandes looks to have sustained a hamstring injury in the first half of Manchester United’s clash with Aston Villa. The Red Devils skipper stopped dead on the ball after appearing to feel some discomfort around the hamstring area.

Neville says Amorim’s started a player who’s ‘not very good on the ball’ – he’s shown why inside 10 minutes

Expected United XI vs Villa sees Amorim call upon ‘leader’ who he thinks can do everything

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

Neville says Amorim’s started a player who’s ‘not very good on the ball’ – he’s shown why inside 10 minutes

Gary Neville has just claimed Manuel Ugarte is ‘not very good on the ball’ after he conceded possession in a dangerous area. The midfielder dordling outside Senne Lammens’ penalty area allowed Youri Tielemans to come in and steal the ball before creating a threatening attack for his Aston Villa teammates.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 21

'A big if for now' – David Ornstein provides Enzo Maresca Manchester City update

David Ornstein has reiterated Enzo Maresca is thought of very highly by Manchester City hierarchy, but it’s a big if whether Pep Guardiola leaves this summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 21

Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal is not following Manchester City’s results

Arsenal went into their match against Everton knowing the pressure had increased after Manchester City had already played and won, briefly sending the Manchester club to the top of the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 21

Report: Chelsea amongst European heavyweights interested in €40m rated ace

Chelsea are amongst some of Europe’s biggest clubs who are interested in Atalanta youngster Marco Palestra according to reports. The Blues once again heavily invested in the summer and totally revamped their front line, making five attacking signings.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 21

'What a performance' – John Terry hails 'absolutely superb' Chelsea star after Newcastle comeback

John Terry was full of praise for Reece James as he branded his performance against Newcastle on Saturday afternoon as “superb.” Chelsea responded after a terrible first half performance in which they found themselves 2-0 down thanks to a brace from Nick Woltemade.

Real Madrid News / Yardbarker / December 20

Kylian Mbappe celebrates after tying Cristiano Ronaldo's record at Bernabeu

Kylian Mbappe, the French forward who has become Real Madrid's main attacking force, converted an 86th-minute penalty against Sevilla on Saturday to score his 59th goal of 2025 for the club.

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