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Bournemouth at risk of Andoni Iraola exit amid Liverpool interest

Bournemouth have lost a number of key players in recent years, and soon, the same could happen with their manager. Andoni Iraola has attracted a lot of interest over the last 18 months, and in 2026, he could next to move on.

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Richarlison makes firm stance on Tottenham future amid heavy January speculation

Tottenham forward Richarlison’s resurgence in form has been one of the few positives for the Lilywhites in recent weeks, as the club continues to struggle for consistent results in the Premier League.

Crystal Palace News / Real Madrid CF on SI / December 27

Real Madrid Transfer News: Goretzka, Haaland, Senesi, Vitinha & More - December 27, 2025

Real Madrid continue to search for the missing link in midfield. They have identified a free agent who could be that player, while the sale of Vinicius Jr.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / December 27

Juventus suffers blow in bid to sign top goalkeeper

Juventus have been one of the clubs monitoring the situation of Mike Maignan, with the goalkeeper previously seen as a potential free transfer target in the summer as his contract at AC Milan approached its final stages.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27

Crystal Palace favourites to sign Premier League star in January

Crystal Palace have had a good season so far, and they hope to add quality to their squad in January as they seek a successful campaign. A new winger is wanted by Oliver Glasner, and in recent weeks, the club have set their sights on Brennan Johnson.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 27

Journalist: European side in negotiations over permanent transfer for £38.5m Chelsea ace

Serie A outfit Roma are in talks over a permanent move for Chelsea outcast Axel Disasi according to reports in Italy. Disasi is part of the infamous “bomb” squad after he failed to secure a move away from Stamford Bridge in the summer.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 27

'He looks like…' – Rio Ferdinand makes big prediction about recent Man United signing

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has made the bold claim that he expects Senne Lammens to carry on as the club’s first-choice goalkeeper for the next ten years.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 27

Several teams want Arsenal youngster on loan in January

Ethan Nwaneri has found regular game time hard to come by at Arsenal this season, a situation that could lead to a loan move when the next transfer window opens.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / December 27

Arsenal prepared to hijack Man City move for Premier League player

Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League, and in order to consolidate their position, signings could be made in January – with one in particular that could provide a massive boost in their expected battle with Man City.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 27

Enzo Maresca reveals stance on player who’s made five appearances this season, January exit possible

Enzo Maresca has insisted he’s happy with Filip Jorgensen, but refused to rule out the goalkeeper leaving in January. Jorgensen joined Chelsea from Spanish side Villarreal in a deal worth £20.9m in the summer of 2024, but has struggled to make an impact at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27

‘Tough one to take’ – Virgil van Dijk says one Liverpool defeat his year was especially ‘painful’

Virgil van Dijk has pinpointed which Liverpool defeat in 2025 was a particularly ‘tough one to take’. The Reds have had quite polarised highs and lows

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 27

Celtic sanction loan move for summer signing Hayato Inamura

The defender arrived in the summer in a £250,000 move, committing to a four-year contract with the Hoops, but Inamura has only made one competitive outing since his arrival.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 27

Luckhurst witnessed Amorim’s pre-match ‘ruse’ that left Newcastle scrambling

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim managed to deceive his Newcastle counterpart through a pre-match ploy. Ahead of the Boxing Day clash against the Magpies, all sources projected a 3-4-2-1 formation when the lineups were announced, with Lisandro Martinez combining with Luke Shaw and Ayden Heaven in the back-three.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / December 27

Enzo Maresca tempted to leave Chelsea as rivals circle

Chelsea have had a lot of manager turnover in recent years, and they could be searching for a new one again in 2026. Enzo Maresca has impressed since taking the reins at Stamford Bridge, and he could now be tempted into joining another club.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 27

Sources: Arsenal put €45m wonderkid on their list of transfer targets

Arsenal are understood to be considering a transfer move for AC Milan’s highly-rated young left-back Davide Bartesaghi. As first reported in my Daily Briefing exclusive here, the Gunners are alongside Manchester City and Real Madrid in monitoring the talented 19-year-old, who is valued at around €45m.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 27

Juventus and AC Milan could swap two defenders

Juventus and AC Milan could soon explore a defensive swap, with Massimiliano Allegri keen on reuniting with Federico Gatti, a situation that has begun to attract attention within Italian football circles.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 27

Report: Long list of suitors lining up for Chelsea ace, Blues faces tough January decision

Tyrique George is attracting interest from a number of teams in the Premier League and Champions League clubs in Europe according to The Athletic. George saw a move to Fulham fall through on deadline day despite a fee of £22m being agreed between the clubs.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27

‘Perfect game’ – Paul Merson urges Slot to hand one Liverpool player first PL start of the season today

Paul Merson believes that Liverpool’s match this afternoon provides the ‘perfect’ opportunity for Arne Slot to hand one player his first Premier League start of the season.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / December 27

Tottenham player expected to 'move fairly soon', London rivals 'front-runners' to sign him

Tottenham Hotspur attacker Brennan Johnson has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. The 24-year-old has struggled for regular opportunities at the North London club, and he has not been at his best.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 27

Report: Liverpool could consider surprise January loan swoop for World Cup hat-trick scorer

Liverpool have been linked with a surprise January loan swoop for a Champions League-winning striker. The Reds’ gradual resurgence over the past month has come at a cost as injury problems pile up for Arne Slot, most notably the fractured fibula for Alexander Isak last weekend which means he’ll miss at least the next two months of action.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / December 27