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Iago Aspas stars as Celta Vigo take leap towards Europa League progression

PAOK 1-2 Celta Vigo Celta Vigo are on course to book their place in the Round of 16 of the Europa League, as they won in Greece in the first leg of their play-off round tie against PAOK.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / February 19

Man United eye move for £50m Liverpool target with ‘potential to grow into a star’

Manchester United are showing interest in signing the Wolves attacker Mateus Mane. The 18-year-old has impressed in the Premier League with his maturity and versatility.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 19

Chiellini enquired about Galatasaray attacker who impressed him: 'He never falls'

Juventus Director of Football Strategy Giorgio Chiellini was reportedly blown away by Galatasaray forward Boris Yilmaz on Tuesday. The two clubs met in the first leg of the Champions League play-off round, and the contest ended in a shocking result.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / February 19

Celtic 1-2 Stuttgart, Half Time

Celtic welcomed Stuttgart back to Paradise for the first time in more than two decades, when incredibly Martin O’Neill was in the dugout in his first stint at the club.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / February 19

Ange Postecoglou rains praises on €65m Tottenham defender who is enjoying a successful season at N17

Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven has enjoyed an impressive spell at N17 this season. The Dutchman has been one of the few bright spots in what has otherwise been a disappointing Premier League campaign.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 19

Italiano praise for ‘hungry’ Castro and ‘mature’ Bologna

Vincenzo Italiano is full of praise for Santiago Castro after Bologna won 1-0 away to Brann in the Europa League play-off. ‘I saw a mature performance this evening.’ The Rossoblu had an ideal start in the freezing temperatures of Bergen, as Santiago Castro’s angled drive surprised the goalkeeper to give them the lead after nine minutes.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / February 19

Tottenham capitalise on Chelsea decision to secure defender agreement

England youth International George Jobling has been released from the Chelsea Academy this week, and Tottenham have now secured his signature. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the London club has secured the services of the England international, and he is expected to sign a professional contract with them when he turns 17.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 19

Estevao on his 'hardest challenge' since arriving at Chelsea – it’s not opposition full backs

Estevao Willian is a great kid, who has made an amazing impact in his first year in the Premier League. So what has he found most challenging? Estevao is such a mature person for someone so young, both on and off the pitch.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 19

Ancelotti: ‘I want to renew Brazil contract for another 4 years’

Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti is loving life with the Seleçao and declares he expects to ‘extend my contract for another four years’ with the Brazil team.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 19

Arsenal & Man United have ‘significant’ interest in €30m-rated African phenomenon

Karl Etta Eyong has been linked with a move away from Levante, and the Spanish club is willing to sanction his departure. According to Ben Jacobs, Manchester United and Arsenal are showing ‘significant’ interest in the talented attacker, and it will be interesting to see if they are willing to make an official move in the summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 19

Why Wolves fans booed Noni Madueke last night

Wolves fans booed Noni Madueke last night as he played for Arsenal, which may have surprised some supporters since he has never represented Wolves or any of their traditional rivals.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 19

'I’ve really developed' – Chelsea latest rising star closing in on first team debut after European experience

Chelsea talent Landon Emenalo is looking like the next big thing to come out of Cobham, and he’s just spoken about his development. There are always players in the Chelsea academy worth getting excited about, and while it’s usually those scoring goals who get the most pop, sometimes a player just looks so good that they get in on the act.

Sporting KC News / Field Level Media / February 19

Report: Sporting KC trading F Daniel Salloi to Toronto

Toronto FC are finalizing a deal to acquire Hungarian winger Daniel Salloi from Sporting Kansas City, The Athletic reported on Thursday. In exchange, Sporting KC will receive $300,00 in general allocation money and $700,000 in add-ons.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / February 19

Report – Summer Revolution Starts With The Return Of Prodigal Son: Inter Milan To Bring Club Brugge Midfielder Back

Club Brugge rising star Aleksandar Stankovic is likely to rejoin Serie A powerhouse Inter Milan at the end of the season. According to L’Interista, the San Siro giants are eager to make the Serbian midfielder their first summer signing.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 19

UEL | Brann 0-1 Bologna: Castro secures precious first leg victory

Santiago Castro has given Bologna a precious 1-0 first leg lead in the Europa League play-off, defeating SK Brann in Norway. These teams met in November during the league phase, the Rossoblu unlucky not to win that 0-0 draw despite being down to 10 men for over an hour.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / February 19

Paratici: ‘Fiorentina send strong signal, courageous to quit Tottenham’

Fiorentina director Fabio Paratici sees ‘a strong signal’ with the number of academy products against Jagiellonia in the Conference League and defends his ‘courageous’ decision to leave Tottenham.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / February 19

Arsenal ready to complete attacking puzzle with move for €100m-rated speedster

Arsenal remain interested in signing Nico Williams from Athletic Club Bilbao during the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old has done well in La Liga and is also a target for Arsenal.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 19

Arteta admits teams know Arsenal has to win and weaponise that

Mikel Arteta has acknowledged that opponents are increasingly aware of Arsenal’s imperative to keep winning matches, and they often use that knowledge to their advantage.

Orlando City extend M Eduard Atuesta through 2028-29

Orlando City signed midfielder Eduard Atuesta to a new contract through 2028-29 with an option for 2029-30 on Thursday. The 28-year-old Colombian international recorded seven assists in 28 regular season matches (25 starts) during his first season with the Lions in 2025.

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 / Empire of the Kop / February 19

Upcoming Liverpool fixture confirmed for rare timeslot the Reds have only had once this season

Liverpool fans now know the date and time for their FA Cup fifth-round fixture against Wolves, with the fixture details being confirmed on Thursday afternoon.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 19

INEOS U-turn on 25-y/o: They want him off the books this summer after considering a contract extension

Manchester United are prepared to let Jadon Sancho leave for free at the end of the season when his contract ends. Previously, it had been reported that the Red Devils, despite having no intention of playing him, would activate the one-year option in Sancho’s deal in order to give them control over his future.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 19

Just how successful has Igor Tudor been at stopping sides like Tottenham, from getting relegated?

Tottenham are bang in trouble. The North London Derby will always have its prized place, but for the first time in my lifetime, it is no longer the number one priority.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 19

Tottenham vs. Arsenal in the Premier League: Preview, kick-off time, prediction and latest team news

New interim head coach Igor Tudor will be looking to become a hero at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium when his Tottenham Hotspur side hosts Arsenal in the North London derby on Sunday.