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Rapids acquire F Dante Sealy from CF Montreal

The Colorado Rapids acquired forward Dante Sealy from CF Montreal on Tuesday in exchange for up to $2.5 million in general allocation money. Montreal will receive $1.9 million in guaranteed GAM -- $1.15 million in 2026 and $750,000 in 2027 -- plus up to an additional $600,000 if certain performance-based incentives are reached.

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Pedri heaps praise on Barcelona manager Hansi Flick – 'He has given the club a German touch'

Pedri has had another fantastic half-season at Barcelona, and he will remain important for the rest of the campaign. The midfielder, who missed the weekend victory over Villarreal due to injury, is hoping for more success with the Catalan club come May.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / December 23

No more excuses from Michael Nicholson in January transfer window

A big spend is required from Celtic in the January transfer window. No more excuses from Michael Nicholson will be acceptable. It’s time for our highly paid CEO to earn his ‘world class’ wages.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 23

Barcelona cool interest in primary defensive target due to wage demands

Barcelona have made the centre-back position their priority for 2026, with the Catalan giants looking to improve at the back. However it seems they are poised to miss out on their top target for the position.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Extratime Talk / December 23

Asian Nations to Watch Out for at the 2026 World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup less than a year away, attention is already turning to the teams from Asia who will be competing on football’s biggest stage.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 23

How Bremer has impacted Juventus results this season

Gleison Bremer has established himself as one of the most important players at Juventus, and there is a strong argument that he is currently their most influential individual.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 23

Barcelona pursuit of defender cools down due to wage demands

Barcelona have plans to sign a new central defender in 2026, with someone potentially coming in as soon as January. A number of candidates are being considered, with the pursuit being led by the club’s sporting director, Deco.

RB Leipzig News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan doubts over Nkunku role but January exit unlikely

Milan are already asking themselves questions about Christopher Nkunku, but finding a solution in January will not be easy. The issue is not only Nkunku himself, but also the role he has been asked to play.

Austin FC News / Field Level Media / December 23

Austin FC acquire Joseph Rosales from MNUFC for $1.5M

Austin FC acquired defender/midfielder Joseph Rosales from Minnesota United FC in exchange for $1.5 million, the clubs announced Tuesday. Minnesota retained a percentage of any future trade or transfer fee if the player is traded or sold above a certain monetary amount.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / December 23

Florentino Perez sends message of hope to Real Madrid supporters

Real Madrid have now started their winter break, with their 2025 having been brought to an end with victory over Sevilla last weekend. And ahead of Christmas Day later in the week, prominent club personnel have issued messages to Madridistas.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Crystal Palace – Jesus starts

Arsenal hosts Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter finals, and this is the starting eleven chosen by Mikel Arteta. This fixture carries significant importance for the Gunners, as it is widely viewed as a campaign in which they are expected to secure silverware.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / December 23

Real Madrid interest in Saudi Pro League star confirmed by ex-player

Real Madrid are expected to sign a new midfielder next summer, given the strong possibility of Dani Ceballos’ eventual exit from the Bernabeu. Since the

Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / December 23

Opta predicts where Tottenham will finish in the Premier League following defeat to Liverpool

Tottenham’s Premier League struggles continue to stall the club’s progress under Thomas Frank this season. The Lilywhites have looked underwhelming in most league fixtures, largely due to the Danish tactician’s pragmatic approach, which has often forced the players to operate on the back-foot.

Nottingham Forest News / Football Italia / December 23

Milan part ways with Origi

AC Milan have officially confirmed the termination of Divock Origi’s contract, bringing an end to the Belgian striker’s spell at San Siro. Origi joined Milan in the summer of 2022 as an attacking reinforcement following the club’s Scudetto triumph.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / December 23

NWSL teams can exceed cap by $1M for 'high-impact players'

The NWSL introduced a new "High Impact Player Rule" on Tuesday that allows teams to exceed the salary cap by up to $1 million to help attract and retain star players.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Gary Neville thinks Arsenal should worry about only Man City in title race

Aston Villa have won their last ten matches, making them the most in form team in the Premier League at present. The Villans currently sit just three points behind Arsenal in the league table, signalling the threat they pose to the Gunners in the title race.

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Atlanta United News / Field Level Media / December 23

Atlanta United sign Argentine GK Lucas Hoyos

Atlanta United signed veteran goalkeeper Lucas Hoyos through the 2026 MLS season on Tuesday. The deal with the 36-year-old Argentina international includes options through 2027-28.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 23

Real Madrid on red alert with Liverpool star more than willing to seal Bernabéu move

Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has been linked with a move away from the club, and Real Madrid has been mentioned as a potential destination. As per Fichajes, he is already angling for a move away.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Serie A giants eyeing loan swoop for ‘special’ Liverpool beast; Arne Slot will surely say no

According to reports from Italy, one Liverpool player is wanted on loan by a Serie A club for the second half of the season. As we reported for Empire of the Kop in the final days of the summer transfer window, AC Milan had been attempting to prise Joe Gomez from the Reds just before the 1 September deadline, but the defender remained at Anfield.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Chelsea have third best player in the Premier League in this position – even their fans might not guess

We’re just two games away from the halfway point of the Premier League season, making it a perfect time to take a look at the stats behind Chelsea’s season so far.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 23

Will Gabriel Jesus start against Crystal Palace?

Gabriel Jesus has returned to full fitness, yet he continues to wait for his first Arsenal start since suffering a long-term injury, raising questions over whether that opportunity could come against Crystal Palace.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 23

Romano: Amorim willing to do the unthinkable if Man Utd prevail in ‘crazy’ January transfer battle

Fabrizio Romano reveals the latest developments in the rapidly escalating race to sign Antoine Semenyo, involving Manchester United and three other Premier League giants.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

Paul Joyce outlines Semenyo and Guehi updates as January picture sharpens

Liverpool’s January intentions are rarely spelled out in public, but a trusted voice has now added important context around two names long associated with us.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 23

'It’s a big blow…' – Wolves suffer ‘significant’ injury setback ahead of Liverpool clash

Wolves have been dealt a significant injury blow ahead of their visit to Anfield to face Liverpool on Saturday. It’s been a nightmare of a season for the

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

Maresca comments show how Newcastle trip can help Chelsea in one of their biggest games of the season to come

The Evening Standard today are taking a rare midweek without a Chelsea game as a chance to look at the Blues’ season and Enzo Maresca’s situation at the club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 23

'Because of those reasons…' – Jamie Carragher apologises to Chelsea fans after snubbing star man

Monday Night Football last night had Jamie Carragher on, putting together his team of the season so far. There were no Chelsea players in there – perhaps harsh, but to be fair we haven’t been one of the main storylines of the season.

Sampdoria News / Extratime Talk / December 23

Inter Miami’s 2026 Preseason Tour Strengthens South American Ties In Medellin and Beyond

Inter Miami’s 2026 preseason tour is not just a warm-up for another MLS campaign—it’s a continued statement. While most MLS clubs treat preseason as a closed-door tune-up or low key affair, Inter Miami continues to operate with a global, and specifically Latin American, mindset.