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West Ham accept they made a mistake signing player in the summer

West Ham have had a miserable start to the season, and that continued at the weekend with a defeat to Leeds United at Elland Road. The Hammers, who have already sacked previous manager Graham Potter and replaced him with Nuno Espirito Santo, have lost eight of their 10 matches in all competitions, and they currently sit 19th in the Premier League.

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Gazzetta: Tottenham and Bayern Munich show ‘real interest’ in struggling Vlahovic

Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Tottenham and Bayern Munich are showing ‘real interest’ in struggling Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbia international remains Juventus’ best scorer this season with four goals in 11 appearances across all competitions, but has not found the net since September 16.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / October 27

Cuesta: ‘Roma are strong and clear in their ideas – Parma must face them with humility’

Parma coach Carlos Cuesta says his side will need humility, intensity and complete collective focus as they prepare to face Roma at the Stadio Olimpico in Tuesday’s midweek Serie A round.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 27

The Legendary Messi vs Ronaldo Rivalry: Two Football Kings, One Ultimate Throne

The debate around the football GOAT and the Messi vs Ronaldo rivalry is eternal. For the past two decades, two players, born with immense talent graced the football pitch and changed the game.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / October 27

Jeff Stelling names former Liverpool player who Reds are now ‘missing’ – it’s not Trent or Diaz

Jeff Stelling has named the former Liverpool player he believes Arne Slot’s side are now ‘missing’ – and it isn’t one who left Anfield earlier this year.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 27

Maresca could depart Chelsea like Sarri – with a handshake and all parties happy

Igor Tudor has been sacked by Juventus this morning, leaving a very interesting vacancy at the top of European football. Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has been linked repeatedly with the job back in his native Italy, although it’s always seemed to be a case of people putting two and two together rather than any concrete links.

Mainz News / Caught Offside / October 27

Leeds hit by crushing PSR blow ahead of January

Leeds are made a promising start to life back in the Premier League, and in order to increase their chances of avoiding relegation, they are expected to seek more signings when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / October 27

'Great mentality'- Tottenham hero heaps praise on squad mentality after difficult Everton test

Micky van de Ven was the standout player for Tottenham in their impressive win against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium Tottenham registered their fifth Premier League win of the season after clinching all three points against a determined Everton side.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 27

Opinion: Why Arsenal’s pragmatic new style might actually be sustainable

During the international break, I read comments such as “Arsenal will now dominate English football for years to come,” “we’ll win our next ten league fixtures,” and that “we are one of the best sides in the world” (apparently taking trophies out of the criteria).

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / October 27

Exclusive: Juventus identify Spalletti as the favourite to replace Tudor

Luciano Spalletti has emerged as the early frontrunner for the vacant Juventus job following Igor Tudor’s sacking on Monday. On Sunday, the Bianconeri suffered their defeat in the space of a week, as they were beaten by Maurizio Sarri’s Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico thanks to Toma Basic’s unanswered goal.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / October 27

Napoli 3-1 Inter Milan – Ex Fiorentina Defender Slams Nerazzurri: 'When They Make Mistakes, They Make Big Ones

Daniele Adani slammed Inter Milan for committing huge mistakes following a gut-wrenching 3-1 defeat to Napoli. Speaking to Domenica Sportiva via FCInterNews, Adani commented on Inter’s disjointed performance at the Maradona Stadium.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 27

Former referee gives verdict on Liverpool penalty decisions – 'It’s clear'

Liverpool are in a very poor moment, having lost for the fourth Premier League match in a row at the weekend. Arne Slot’s side went down 3-2 to Brentford, a result that saw them drop to 7th in the standings.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 27

Top European side could be about to knock the door to hire Enzo Maresca from Chelsea

Chelsea could well be about to brace themselves for an approach for Enzo Maresca from a top European club this week. Things are very up and down for Maresca at Chelsea right now and if you look at the table, being sat in 9th place after 9 games played is nowhere near good enough.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / October 27

‘Not at the races’ – Steve Nicol absolves two Liverpool players from blame for Reds’ woeful form

Steve Nicol has absolved two Liverpool players from blame for the Reds’ abysmal form over the past month, along with expressing more than a degree of sympathy for Arne Slot.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 27

'Like a yo-yo' – Gary Neville pins blame on Enzo Maresca for inconsistent Chelsea form

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has pinned his blame on Enzo Maresca for Chelsea’s inconsistent form. The Sky Sports pundit was speaking after Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat against Sunderland from Saturday and generally just reviewing their season so far.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 27

Liverpool and Chelsea given update on defender target as 'worry' revealed

Next summer, there could be a number of top centre-backs on the market as free agents, and Liverpool could be at the centre of everything. Ibrahima Konate could fall into this category, but the same can also be said for some of their transfer targets – one of which is Dayot Upamecano.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 27

'Feel sorry'-Former Tottenham hero sympathises with struggling Spurs ace; expects 6 month turnaround

Tottenham Hotspur were in dire need of a creative midfielder during the summer transfer window owing to injuries to James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 27

'The sooner you sign him, the better' – Liverpool told to make ambitious move in January

After four consecutive defeats in the Premier League, Liverpool have dropped from first place to seventh. Arne Slot’s side are now seven points behind Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, who have now become the favourites to win the Premier League title this season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 27

Pep Guardiola concedes Arsenal are now the team to beat in the title race

This weekend’s results have injected fresh narrative into the Premier League title race. As Arsenal keep winning, their perceived rivals are struggling

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 27

Man United now plotting how they can prise £18m Chelsea star from Stamford Bridge in January

Manchester United and Juventus are preparing to go head-to-head in pursuit of Andrey Santos in 2026. According to a brand new report from TuttoJuve, both clubs have set their sights on the young starlet as he struggles to cement a starting role under Enzo Maresca.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 27

The numbers making us worried about Chelsea’s Tottenham clash

Chelsea are not good team defensively. After 9 games played, we can say that pretty confidently now. The trend is emerging. Without even having had particularly hard games, we’re the fifth worst team in terms of XG conceded.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 27

What did we learn as Arsenal grind out a result against Crystal Palace?

Just as they did against Fulham, Arsenal ground out another 1-0 win, this time over Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon. Eberechi Eze’s 39th-minute goal against his former club sealed all three points for Mikel Arteta’s men, who continue to lead the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 27

INEOS signing gets ultimate seal of approval from Rooney – he’s got the three attributes needed to ‘be a United player’

Bryan Mbeumo has got the approval of Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney after his display on Saturday. The Cameroonian forward enjoyed perhaps his most scintillating showing in a United shirt since making the move, although his tremendous shift at Anfield six days prior will undoubtedly take the top spot for some fans.