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Three managers who can fix the mess created by Amorim at Man United – opinion

With Ruben Amorim gone, the Manchester United board cannot afford another “project.” They need a guarantee. They need assurances. The Amorim and Erik ten Hag era promised so much but failed to deliver.

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Vlahovic could make early return as Juventus wait on transfer decision

Tuttosport reports that Dusan Vlahovic is recovering quickly after surgery undergone in December to the extent that he could even be available against Inter next month.

Manchester City News / Extratime Talk / January 8

Manchester City Draw With Brighton: Issues in Final Third Highlighted

The Manchester City draw against Brighton & Hove Albion made it more difficult for the Cityzens to win the Premier League title this season. It means that Arsenal now lead them by five points with a match in hand.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 8

West Ham midfielder accepts proposed Juventus formula – Spalletti’s approval still missing

West Ham United man Guido Rodriguez is reportedly open to joining Juventus on loan until the end of the season. The 31-year-old is an experienced Argentine midfielder who has a World Cup medal and two Copa América titles on his resume, but is currently struggling for prominence with the struggling Hammers.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 8

Report: Liam Rosenior wants former Brighton player as his first signing at Chelsea

A report claims that new Blues boss Liam Rosenior wants a former Brighton player as his first signing at Chelsea. It’s almost like you couldn’t make this stuff up, right?

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 8

French Striker Hails Inter Milan Progress After Parma Win: 'We Are On The Right Track'

Inter Milan striker Ange-Yoan Bonny praised the team’s progress following a dominant 2-0 away win over Parma last night. Speaking to Domenica Sportiva via FCINterNews, the Frenchman highlighted the importance of Wednesday’s victory at the Ennio Tardini.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / January 8

Arsenal vs Liverpool: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Team News

Arsenal vs Liverpool is going to be the marquee clash of the two major English sides as they look to fight hard for three points in their upcoming meeting in Gameweek 21 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign at The Emirates Stadium on Thursday, January 8.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 8

Lazio vs. Fiorentina VAR and referee suspended, but Hojlund decision correct

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Lazio-Fiorentina referee Simone Sozza and VAR officials will be suspended while decisions in Napoli-Verona were deemed correct.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Caught Offside / January 8

'Dream opportunity': Spurs target 'flattered' by interest, but he would choose Man Utd

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in the Marseille manager Roberto De Zerbi. The 46-year-old has done an impressive job at the French club, and he is on the radar of Manchester United as well.

Nottingham Forest News / Extratime Talk / January 8

Manager or Head Coach? Exposing Modern Football’s Quiet Structural Tension

There was a time when the terms manager or head coach carried absolute authority. In English football, especially, the manager was not just responsible for results on the pitch but for shaping the very identity of a club.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 8

'He knows' Declan Rice discusses working with Arteta

Declan Rice was already widely regarded as a top-level midfielder before Arsenal signed him from West Ham, and his reputation was built on consistently strong performances.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

Chris Sutton makes Liverpool claim that goes far beyond Thursday night

Liverpool head into Thursday night’s trip to the Emirates with external judgement growing louder, even as our results continue to tick along on paper. BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton has delivered a withering assessment of where we stand ahead of Arsenal, insisting performances rather than points are exposing a worrying regression under Arne Slot.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 8

Arteta praises one Arsenal man for his fine form

Leandro Trossard was initially expected to face limited game time this season after Arsenal strengthened their attacking options in the summer transfer window.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 8

How can we compare this Arsenal team to the ‘invincibles’?

Arsenal currently possess one of the strongest squads in the Premier League, and many expect this season to be their year to lift the league title. The

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

Liverpool have a ‘blueprint’ from one game this season that they’re likely to replicate v Arsenal

Liverpool face what, in theory, is their most difficult game of the Premier League season tonight as they travel to take on table-toppers Arsenal. Both teams will sense an opportunity to pounce on positional rivals slipping up on Wednesday night.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / January 8

English midfielder wants to join Leeds United in January

Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips is reportedly keen on returning to Leeds United during the January transfer window, but a reunion appears unlikely at this stage.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 8

Liverpool star admits they have to get a result against Arsenal

Cody Gakpo has emphasised the importance of Liverpool securing a positive result when they face Arsenal at the Emirates this evening. The Dutch forward acknowledges that, despite a difficult season, this fixture offers the Reds an opportunity to regain momentum and challenge one of the league’s strongest sides.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

Football finance expert names price point at which Liverpool could plausibly sign Marc Guehi

Having been thwarted at the 11th hour with a prospective transfer for Marc Guehi last summer, will Liverpool finally get their man in January? A £35m deal

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / January 8

Agreement reached: Bayern Munich make progress to agree deal with Liverpool target

Bayern Munich are set to retain Dayot Upamecano beyond the current season after reaching a verbal agreement with the defender on a new contract, according to transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 8

Tottenham in battle with top-four rivals for out-of-favour 13-G/A forward

Manchester City striker Omar Marmoush has been linked with a move away from the club, and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on him. They will face competition from Aston Villa as well.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

Defensive leader confirms transfer to Liverpool with two-word Instagram post

A teenage defender has confirmed on social media that he’s now joined Liverpool. In recent years, the Reds have built a reputation for recruiting some

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 8

Calum McFarlane explains how one Chelsea player 'did well and got us up the pitch' vs Fulham

Chelsea’s interim head coach Calum McFarlane has been explaining how one Chelsea player “did well and got us up the pitch” vs Fulham. It was difficult to find any positives from the 2-1 defeat to Fulham last night, but perhaps our number 9 Liam Delap bagging a goal was one of them, because I feel he certainly needed a goal.