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Defender wants to play with 'incredible' Liverpool player, admits Premier League 'dream'

Midtjylland defender Ousmane Diao has revealed his admiration for Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike and claimed that he would love to play alongside the French international. Diao came up against the 23-year-old last season and found it difficult to deal with the striker.

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Premier League club takes firm stance over player being targeted by Man United

Brighton & Hove Albion have drawn a firm line in the sand over the future of Carlos Baleba, according to talkSPORT. With several Premier League clubs circling ahead of the winter window, the Seagulls are prepared to dismiss any January approaches for the 21-year-old midfielder and, if necessary, point bidders toward a £120 million price tag.

Marc Guehi News / Caught Offside / October 15

Liverpool receive major warning in pursuit of Marc Guehi

Liverpool almost completed the signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace but last minute collapse broke their dream of signing the centre-back. The Palace star even had a medical ahead of a potential move to Anfield but Oliver Glasner and Palace changed their stance in the last minute and that worked against Arne Slot and his team.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / October 15

Liverpool confirm transfer stance on Real Madrid target

Real Madrid are looking to sign at least one central defender in 2026, and numerous targets have been lined up. Ibrahima Konate, Dayot Upamecano and Marc Guehi are all on the list as players that could be brought in as free agents, but in the case of the latter, acquiring his services will not be easy.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 15

Crystal Palace line up move to sign 98k-a-week Champions League playmaker

Crystal Palace are weighing up a move for Jobe Bellingham as they plan their next midfield evolution, but any deal will be complicated by the youngster’s long contract at Borussia Dortmund and growing Premier League interest.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 15

Sources: Tottenham target move for centre-back, €50 million can seal the deal

Tottenham Hotspur are considering a January move for Mario Gila, with the Lazio centre-back emerging as a serious candidate to reinforce Thomas Frank’s defense, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / October 14

Report: Barcelona considering 2026 move for 29-year-old Premier League wide player

Barcelona are interested in signing the Crystal Palace defender, Daniel Munoz. The 29-year-old has done quite well for the Premier League club, and his performances have attracted the attention of the Spanish outfit, as per Fichajes.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 14

Report: Man United eyeing up move for 'old-fashioned striker' with 17 goals last season

Manchester United are interested in signing the Crystal Palace attacker Jean-Philippe Mateta in the coming months, as per Fichajes. The 28-year-old French attacker has done quite well in the Premier League, and he has 17 goals to his name in all competitions last season.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 14

Huge new development as Liverpool confident of completing crucial deal

Liverpool fans will be relieved to hear there have reportedly been positive developments on the future of star centre-back Ibrahima Konate. The France international is in the final year of his contract at Anfield, and this has led to plenty of speculation over his future.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 14

Parish wants to sign Champions League attacker for Crystal Palace

After several stop-start seasons blighted by injuries and inconsistency, Ansu Fati is suddenly back on the radar of Premier League clubs. The on-loan Monaco forward has burst out of the blocks in Ligue 1, reminding everyone why he was once touted as Lionel Messi’s heir at Barcelona.

Adam Wharton News / Caught Offside / October 14

'Man United appreciate the player' – Fabrizio Romano sparks speculation over midfielder

Manchester United have been linked with Adam Wharton, and new reporting suggests that Fabrizio Romano has offered clarity on Palace’s stance and United’s potential move.

Jude Bellingham News / Caught Offside / October 14

Man United boss Amorim admires English midfielder who could be on the move soon

Manchester United are reportedly among the clubs monitoring Jobe Bellingham, as questions swirl over his long-term fit at Borussia Dortmund, according to BILD.

Martin Odegaard News / Caught Offside / October 13

Martin Odegaard’s injury opens door for one Arsenal player to make a serious impact – opinion

Arsenal have been delivered a significant blow after confirmation that captain Martin Odegaard is set to be sidelined for at least six weeks with a knee injury.

Ruben Amorim News / Caught Offside / October 13

Man United given hope of appointing Ruben Amorim replacement

It’s no secret that Ruben Amorim is under pressure at Man United, although he is expected to remain as manager for now. Nevertheless, he could be sacked if there is not a spark upturn in form over the coming weeks, which has led to links with over managers.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 13

‘On Liverpool’s list’: Reds maintain interest in signing ‘world-class’ Bundesliga defender

Liverpool could be forced back into the transfer market sooner than expected as Arne Slot’s side grapples with growing problems in defence. Despite a record-breaking summer window that saw the arrivals of Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak, the Reds have struggled to find defensive stability this season.

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Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 13

Tottenham open to surprise January exit – transfer talks revealed

Tottenham saw club legend Son Heung-min leave for the MLS during the summer, and one of his former teammates could also make that move during the January transfer window.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 13

Man United want to sign Bayern Munich star in January

Man United have had a difficult start to the season, so it is no surprise that there is already talk of new signings being made when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 13

52-year-old Champions League winner not in contention to replace Amorim at Man United

Speculation over who might replace Rúben Amorim at Manchester United should his tenure not go as planned has grown louder in recent weeks. Among the names mooted by pundits and tabloids is Thomas Tuchel, the experienced German coach known for stints at Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 13

Crystal Palace star wants exit clause in his new contract

Crystal Palace are stepping up efforts to secure the long-term future of one of their brightest young stars. The club has reportedly tabled a phenomenal new contract offer to Adam Wharton, in response to mounting interest from some of the top clubs in the world.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 13

Liverpool will be on high alert after what Crystal Palace owner has said about Marc Guehi

Marc Guehi’s future remains a big talking point going into the January transfer window after his deadline day move to Liverpool in the summer collapsed last minute. Guehi was on the verge of signing for the Reds, with £35m deal agreed between the two clubs and the player had even completed his medical in London.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Jurgen Klopp Backs Florian Wirtz Despite Tough Liverpool Start

Liverpool started strong but lost three consecutive matches, raising concerns about Arne Slot and Florian Wirtz. Florian Wirtz, a high-profile signing, has no goal contributions in ten games for Liverpool.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / October 12

Real Madrid given slim chance of signing Premier League star in 2026

It’s expected that Real Madrid will seek to sign a midfielder next summer, given that they have not replaced Toni Kroos or Luka Modric since their exits in 2024 and 2025 respectively.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 10

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The United States Men's National Team drew 1-1 with Ecuador in Austin, Texas, to kick off its October camp in style.

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England vs Wales: Thomas Tuchel’s Team Marches On, but Lack of Quality Oppositions Evident

England vs Wales ended in another comfortable victory for the English on Thursday, October 9, as they thrashed the visitors 3-0 in an international friendly at Wembley Stadium.

Jude Bellingham News / Extratime Talk / October 7

Jude Bellingham England Squad Omission: Was It Justified?

The Jude Bellingham England squad omission headlines the latest controversy around the Three Lions setup. The 22-year-old Real Madrid midfielder was left out by Thomas Tuchel for England’s upcoming friendly against Wales and World Cup qualifier against Latvia – a decision that has raised plenty of eyebrows.