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Report – Inter Milan Open Talks With Aston Villa Goalkeeper Amid A Rough Patch In The Premier League

Inter Milan have reportedly opened talks with Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez over a potential switch to San Siro. According to Corriere della Sera via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri are keen to sign the 33-year-old as a replacement for the outgoing Yann Sommer.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 21

Report – Inter Milan To Meet Hajduk Split Prodigy’s Agent Before The Weekend

Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly set up a meeting with the agent of Hajduk Split teenager Branimir Mlacic. According to FCInterNews, Fali Ramadani will be in Milan by the end of the business week to discuss his client’s move to San Siro.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 21

Deco ‘aware’ Serie A star wants to join Barcelona this summer

Barcelona have not invested money in a central defender since Jules Kounde three years ago, who has ended up playing right-back for the time being. There is some suggestion that this could change this summer though, with Hansi Flick’s side struggling for options.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 21

Tottenham will be over the moon at these two stats from their Champions League campaign

While the North Londoners are falling into a spiral in the Premier League, when you start looking at things in Europe, Thomas Frank & Co. continue to look like a completely different team.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 21

Spalletti explains what to expect from Benfica

Luciano Spalletti will lead his Juventus side into a Champions League clash against Benfica tonight, a fixture that arrives at an important moment in their season.

Aston Villa News / Football Italia / January 21

Roma terminate Bailey loan; Jamaica international returns to Aston Villa

Roma have officially confirmed the early termination of Leon Bailey’s loan deal, with the winger set to return to Aston Villa by mutual agreement between the two clubs.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / January 21

Man Utd plotting double January swoop as two reinforcements identified

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick could welcome in two new players in January, as INEOS identify two roles that should be bolstered. Following

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 21

League leaders target experienced Aston Villa star to address soon to be vacant position

Inter Milan have begun exploring the conditions for a potential move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, with the Argentine’s long-term future in the Premier League now increasingly uncertain.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 21

Carrick ‘offered’ 11-cap England int’l who’s ‘keen’ on Premier League move, talks at ‘exploratory stage’

Manchester United have reportedly been ‘offered’ the chance to sign Ruben Loftus-Cheek from AC Milan on loan. That’s according to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, who adds that the 29-year-old is ‘keen’ on a return to the Premier League after spending nine years of his senior career plying his trade in the English top flight.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 21

Are some Gooners being harsh on Arsenal?

There has been debate among Arsenal supporters following the draw at the City Ground, with some reactions appearing slightly exaggerated. This view existed even before Aston Villa’s defeat on Sunday and is not directed at online personalities who amplify anger for attention.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 21

Man United ready to sell ex-Amorim pupil in January on one condition

Manchester United haven’t completely ruled out the mid-season departure of their midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The Uruguayan has been mostly underwhelming since joining the Red Devils in the summer of 2024.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 21

‘Clear signals’ coming from Tottenham, ready to battle rivals for ‘top-tier’ French star

Pierre Kalulu has been linked with a move away from Juventus, and Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign him at the end of the season. They will face competition from Aston Villa as well.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / January 21

Euro giants make enquiry over signing Manchester United midfielder

Ajax have reportedly made an enquiry to Manchester United about signing Manuel Ugarte, though a deal is currently considered unlikely. The Red Devils signed Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2024, but he’s struggled to make the desired impact at Old Trafford.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / January 21

'I spoke to him…' – Arne Slot drops intriguing hint over Liverpool star’s role

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has appeared to hint quite strongly at more of a role for Mohamed Salah now that he’s back from AFCON. The Egypt international had fallen out of favour earlier this season after a dip in form, and this at one point led to a major public falling-out between him and Slot.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 21

Our view is that The Athletic were sucked into the 'media circus' surrounding Thomas Frank

A week is a long time in politics. In football, 48 hours can suddenly feel like a lifetime, especially if you are David Ornstein. Frank is under intense pressure following a poor run of form, with Tottenham sitting around 14th in the Premier League after a series of disappointing results, including a home loss to West Ham.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 21

Aston Villa push for attacker made available for €40m by Premier League club

Aston Villa have formally registered their interest in Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, as Unai Emery intensifies his search for a new centre-forward ahead of the second half of the season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Report: Chelsea readying €50m offer as they look to fill problem position this month

Chelsea are expected to make an initial offer of around €50m for Rennes centre back Jeremy Jacquet according to reports. The Blues were expected to be quiet this month, but they changed their plans and are now looking to bring in a centre back.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Journalist explains how Chelsea now have big implications after latest round of UCL games

Chelsea now have some big implications after the latest round of Champions League games were played out last night. The new format is a little confusing

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 21

Change for Tottenham member delivers ‘7 word response’ to win over Dortmund

A massive, unifying night in Europe for Tottenham, who defied even their strongest critics by delivering a historic win against Borussia Dortmund in London last night.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 21

Chelsea apparently discussing an option that will see them fail to fix January needs

Chelsea are apparently discussing one transfer option that will fail to see them fix their January needs this winter window. We have been hearing about how Chelsea desperately want to sign a new centre back this window in order to help new head coach Liam Rosenior play the style of football he wants to play, by playing short out from the back.