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Paul Merson accuses Arsenal’s players of not trusting one of their teammates

Paul Merson accuses Arsenal’s players of not trusting one of their teammates

Paul Merson has expressed concerns that Arsenal players do not trust Viktor Gyokeres enough to involve him regularly during matches. The striker impressed while playing for Sporting Club, prompting the Gunners to invest significantly in his signing.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Chiellini: ‘Juventus had looked for a striker, not expecting this Spalletti impact’

Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini wasn’t expecting Luciano Spalletti to have such an immediate impact, but explains the lack of a new striker ahead of the Coppa Italia quarter-final with Atalanta.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Percassi: ‘Atalanta reinforced with January transfer moves’

Atalanta director Luca Percassi feels the team has been ‘reinforced’ in the January transfer window and is ready to face Juventus in the Coppa Italia quarter-final tonight.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Hiljemark: ‘Great enthusiasm’ at being new Pisa coach at age 33

New Pisa coach Oscar Hiljemark points to Elfsborg’s performances against Roma and Tottenham as proof of why he was chosen at age 33. ‘I felt great enthusiasm.’ Alberto Gilardino was sacked last week after managing only one victory, 11 draws and 11 defeats in Serie A so far this season, leaving them rock bottom of the table.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 5

Liverpool will consider sale of midfielder – Real Madrid interested

Real Madrid are on course to sign a midfielder this summer, after a third manager in Alvaro Arbeloa has struggled to get the best out of their current options.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 5
£6.8m transfer fee confirmed, with Chelsea sell-on also potentially raising future funds

£6.8m transfer fee confirmed, with Chelsea sell-on also potentially raising future funds

David Ornstein has just dropped an exclusive on the fee that Chelsea will receive from Liverpool for Rio Ngumoha, the brilliant academy talent who moved to Anfield in September 2024.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5
Liam Rosenior gets award nomination for first month in charge with perfect winning record

Liam Rosenior gets award nomination for first month in charge with perfect winning record

Liam Rosenior has been nominated for the Premier League’s Manager of the Month award for January, his first month at Chelsea. The new coach has only managed 3 league games since being appointed in January, but his impressive start has put him on the shortlist at the first time of asking.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5
Merino reveals why he was neutral about telling Zubimendi to join Arsenal 

Merino reveals why he was neutral about telling Zubimendi to join Arsenal 

Mikel Merino reportedly spoke positively about Arsenal to Martin Zubimendi before the midfielder joined the club at the Emirates. The pair were teammates at Real Sociedad and could not have anticipated that they would later play together again in London.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 5

Real Madrid star handed extended ban for sending off in Champions League

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has been juggling injuries since the start of his tenure, and as he looks to demonstrate his credentials for the job in the Champions League play-off round against Benfica, he will be juggling suspensions.

Manchester City News / Extratime Talk / February 5
Manchester City EFL Cup Final: Ninth Domestic Final Under Pep Guardiola After Newcastle Win

Manchester City EFL Cup Final: Ninth Domestic Final Under Pep Guardiola After Newcastle Win

The Manchester City EFL Cup final is set to be an exciting clash as Pep Guardiola’s team prepares to face Arsenal. Since Guardiola became manager in the 2016/17 season, City have reached more domestic finals than any other Premier League team, totalling nine appearances.

Real Sociedad News / Extratime Talk / February 5

A Look Into Arsenal’s Form as They Fly Into the Carabao Cup Final

Arsenal’s form across all competitions is something to marvel at. The Gunners have reached the EFL Cup final and continue to lead the Premier League table as well.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 5

Tottenham’s 10 G/A target who is an ‘explosive’ winger, planning to leave Bundesliga club in the summer

Tottenham Hotspur did not accelerate their transfer business beyond signing two players in the recently concluded January window. Conor Gallagher arrived from Atletico Madrid to bolster the Lilywhites’ midfield unit, with teenage prodigy Souza joining from Santos soon after.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 5
Boost for Spurs: Thomas Frank confirms ‘absolutely brilliant’ star has returned just in time to face United

Boost for Spurs: Thomas Frank confirms ‘absolutely brilliant’ star has returned just in time to face United

Thomas Frank has issued an update on his squad options ahead of Tottenham Hotspur’s trip to Old Trafford on Saturday. Manchester United and Spurs occupy this weekend’s early kick-off slot, with the Red Devils looking to make it four wins on the bounce under Michael Carrick.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 5

Bologna confirm new Europa League squad list

Bologna have confirmed their new squad list for the Europa League knockout phase, bringing in January signings Joao Mario and Simon Sohm. The Rossoblu have made it into the play-offs, where they will face SK Brann in the first leg away on February 19, then at the Stadio Dall’Ara on February 26.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 5
Chelsea’s summer signing 'not sharp enough' to play at 'top level of the Premier League' says pundit

Chelsea’s summer signing 'not sharp enough' to play at 'top level of the Premier League' says pundit

There are a few big questions at Chelsea right now about the build of the squad. Joao Pedro has found some form up top (at last), but Liam Delap is still struggling as his backup.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 5
Manchester United vs Tottenham: Three key battles that could decide the contest

Manchester United vs Tottenham: Three key battles that could decide the contest

Tottenham Hotspur go into this weekend’s run of fixtures carrying something that Thomas Frank’s roster haven’t had in a while, a sense of belief. Given

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5
Emile Heskey would love for Liverpool to sign wing wizard who makes defenders ‘take two steps back’

Emile Heskey would love for Liverpool to sign wing wizard who makes defenders ‘take two steps back’

Emile Heskey has said that he’d love to see Liverpool signing RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande due to the ‘unpredictability’ that he offers. Last month,

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 5
Tottenham predicted lineup to play Manchester United as star duo hopeful to be fit

Tottenham predicted lineup to play Manchester United as star duo hopeful to be fit

After producing a memorable comeback to pinch a point against Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur will look to build on that result when they travel to Old Trafford to face an in-form Manchester United side on Saturday afternoon.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5
'We’ve seen that before' – Anfield return is deemed a ‘possibility’ for ex-Liverpool powerhouse

'We’ve seen that before' – Anfield return is deemed a ‘possibility’ for ex-Liverpool powerhouse

European football expert Andy Brassell isn’t ruling out the possibility of a return to Liverpool for Jarell Quansah in the future. The 23-year-old was

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 5
The two Arsenal players who miss Zinchenko the most

The two Arsenal players who miss Zinchenko the most

Oleksandr Zinchenko has left Arsenal to join Ajax, bringing an end to his time at the Emirates Stadium. The Ukrainian was a popular figure in the dressing room and initially arrived as one of the Premier League’s finest left backs.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / February 5
'Arsenal are interested…': Romano transfer revelation will have Gunners fans purring

'Arsenal are interested…': Romano transfer revelation will have Gunners fans purring

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. He was linked with Arsenal during the January transfer window, but they did not make a move to secure his signature.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / February 5
Euro giants set non-negotiable transfer condition for 26-year-old as Liverpool fears grow

Euro giants set non-negotiable transfer condition for 26-year-old as Liverpool fears grow

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent months, and the Spanish club is prepared to secure his signature.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 5
‘I can just see it…’ – Peter Crouch makes ‘tough’ call with Liverpool v Man City prediction

‘I can just see it…’ – Peter Crouch makes ‘tough’ call with Liverpool v Man City prediction

Peter Crouch has given his prediction for Liverpool’s Premier League clash against Manchester City on Sunday, finding it ‘a tough one’ to call between the last two champions of the division.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 5
Liverpool and Man United hold talks for £83m star, as Real Madrid prepare to crash the party

Liverpool and Man United hold talks for £83m star, as Real Madrid prepare to crash the party

Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton will be a player in demand during the summer transfer window. Manchester United and Liverpool are interested in

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 5
Manchester City vs Newcastle: Omar Marmoush’s Double Fires City Into Carabao Cup Final

Manchester City vs Newcastle: Omar Marmoush’s Double Fires City Into Carabao Cup Final

Omar Marmoush’s double in the Manchester City vs Newcastle game was vital for the Citizens, who beat the Geordies 3-1 in the Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg to set up a massive final against Premier League leaders Arsenal.

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