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Report: Chelsea confident of signing striker who’s scored 40 goals in 81 for his club

Chelsea are reportedly confident of signing a striker who has scored 40 goals in 81 since joining his club in what could be a wild transfer move. New head coach Liam Rosenior has just started his role at Chelsea, and we are already hearing transfer rumours about alleged players he wants to sign.

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Manchester City vs. Exeter City weather report: Guardiola must prepare team for chilly FA Cup affair

Manchester City and Exeter City could be facing some frigid weather ahead of their third-round FA Cup fixture. Manchester City host Exeter City in the FA Cup third round on Saturday, with a 3 PM kick-off at the Etihad Stadium.

Tottenham Hotspur News / Caught Offside / January 9

Tottenham close in on January signing, deal in place with club & personal terms agreed

Tottenham Hotspur have been heavily linked with a move forward Souza from Santos. They are hoping to sign the 19-year-old Brazilian left back this month, and they have now agreed on personal terms with the player.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 9

'As it stands' – Fabrizio Romano reveals how Liam Rosenior feels about current Chelsea squad

Liam Rosenior is happy with the Chelsea squad as it stands, but Chelsea could do something if the right opportunity arises according to Fabrizio Romano.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 9

Sources: Man United in talks to land €100m sensation, Liverpool & Spurs 'closely monitoring' star

Ivorian attacker Yan Diomande has been linked with a move away from RB Leipzig in recent weeks, and multiple clubs are interested in securing his signature. However, the situation is firmly in RB Leipzig’s hands this January.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 9

Chelsea Officially confirm Liam Rosenior’s coaching staff, fans will not like one appointment

Chelsea have officially confirmed Liam Rosenior’s coaching staff who will be in the dugout with him, and fans will hate one appointment. Chelsea apparently paid a ‘market rate’ to get Liam Rosenior out of his Strasbourg contract to become their new head coach for this season and beyond.

Real Betis News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Real Madrid Announce Kylian Mbappe Injury Update Before Barcelona Game

Real Madrid has provided an update on Kylian Mbappé's injury ahead of the match against FC Barcelona for the Spanish Super Cup final. Next Sunday, Jan.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 8

Fede Valverde admits Real Madrid were fortunate to win Spanish Supercup semi-final – 'They played better than us'

Real Madrid are into another Spanish Supercup final after defeating Atletico Madrid 2-1 at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. Fede Valverde and Rodrygo Goes got the goals for Los Blancos, who were far from comfortable throughout the 90 minutes.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

‘I fear the worst’ – Arne Slot provides terrifying post-match Conor Bradley injury update

Arne Slot seemed fearful that Conor Bradley suffered a bad injury in Liverpool’s 0-0 draw away to Arsenal on Thursday night. The Reds right-back pulled

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 8

Real Madrid all-but ruled out for Barcelona showdown due to injury

Real Madrid may be in the Spanish Supercup final, but they are considered to be underdogs for the showdown clash in Jeddah. Barcelona have won 10 domestic matches in a row, and their chances of making it 11 appear to have been boosted in the hours after Los Blancos’ semi-final victory over city rivals Atletico Madrid.

Lecce News / Football Italia / January 8

Allegri: ‘Milan learned a lesson in maturity, we were too hasty’

Massimiliano Allegri believes that Milan learned ‘a lesson in maturity’ in their 1-1 draw at home against 17th-placed Genoa in Serie A on Thursday evening,

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

Mikel Arteta Reacts to Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool at the Emirates

On January 8 at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal and Liverpool huffed and puffed their way to a 0-0 draw. It was a night of very few clear opportunities. Conor Bradley hitting the crossbar was as close as anyone came.

Lecce News / Football Italia / January 8

De Rossi takes the blame for Stanciu’s costly penalty miss in Milan 1-1 Genoa

Daniele De Rossi took the responsibility for Nicolae Stanciu’s last-minute penalty miss at the end of Genoa’s 1-1 Serie A draw away against Milan on Thursday

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 8

Report – Nottingham Forest Contact Inter Milan Over Italy Midfielder – Swiss Winger Not Part Of Talks

Nottingham Forest have reportedly reached out to Inter Milan to discuss a potential transfer of Davide Frattesi. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Tricky Trees are keen on luring the Italian midfielder to the City Ground.

Lecce News / Football Italia / January 8

Player ratings: Milan 1-1 Genoa – Leali deserved all three points

Nicola Leali put in a particularly impressive performance to help Genoa to a 1-1 draw away against Milan in Serie A on Thursday evening, but like the rest of his teammates, will go home disappointed not to have claimed all three points against the second-placed Rossoneri.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 8

Arsenal and Liverpool play out a tense 0-0 draw

Arsenal and Liverpool shared the spoils in a goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium this evening. The result reflected a contest that swung dramatically between the two sides and highlighted both Arsenal’s attacking intent and Liverpool’s resilience during a difficult period for the reds.

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Soccer News / Juvefc.com / January 8

Canada manager discusses David’s struggles at Juventus

Jonathan David has taken centre stage at Juventus in recent weeks, attracting attention for contrasting reasons across his last two appearances. The Canadian striker experienced a difficult moment when he missed a penalty that could have helped the Bianconeri secure a win against Lecce.

Real Sociedad News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 8

Atletico Madrid 1-2 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights As Valverde Stars

Real Madrid got the better of their city rivals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, beating Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final. A wonder strike from Fede Valverde and a second-half goal from Rodrygo were enough for the win.

Florian Wirtz News / Empire of the Kop / January 8

Gary Neville unimpressed by 'clumsy' challenge on Florian Wirtz which had VAR interested

Gary Neville wasn’t impressed by a ‘clumsy’ challenge on Florian Wirtz which had Liverpool players screaming for a penalty. There were no goals in the

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 8

Bid prepared: Chelsea confident of luring €150m transfer target to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to offer as much as €150m for the transfer of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez in the summer. The Blues could do with a world class centre-forward after a frustrating season from summer signings Joao Pedro and Liam Delap, who haven’t really delivered.

Soccer News / Football Espana / January 8

Real Madrid player ratings against Atletico Madrid: Rodrygo Goes shines yet again

Real Madrid got their revenge on Atletico Madrid after their humiliating defeat earlier in the season, as they won 2-1 in their Spanish Supercup semi-final clash in Jeddah thanks to goals from Fede Valverde and Rodrygo Goes.

Soccer News / The Laziali / January 8

Official: Lazio Full-Back Pens Long-Term Contract

Out of the blue, Lazio announced that they have extended the contract of their experienced full-back, Adam Marusic, until June 2029. The 33-year-old has been a stalwart at the back for the Biancocelesti since making the move from Oostende in the summer of 2017.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / January 8

Manchester City are reportedly confident of landing the player they desperately need

It now seems that Manchester City has a realistic chance of signing Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace during the January transfer window. City needs another center-back to fill the void left by the injuries suffered by Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 8

What Chelsea worked on in Liam Rosenior’s first training session – and the player we’re surprised to see

Chelsea are in the busiest part of their season, so for many players there’s almost no training at all. There’s a game, a rest day, a recovery day, then a preparation day.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 8

Premier League roundup: Red cards, late winners and USMNT drama from Matchday 21

The Premier League table is starting to take shape as the competition exits its busy festive period.

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / January 8

USMNT star Weston McKennie faces major decision as 2026 World Cup looms

Several of the U.S. Men’s National Team’s brightest stars are thriving with their clubs as the 2026 World Cup looms. Those players must stay sharp as head coach Mauricio Pochettino evaluates his options for the tournament, scheduled from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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Man United sacks coach Ruben Amorim: Unpacking a controversial decision

'Good chance' of this manager taking Man United job after 'face-to-face' talks, says Fabrizio Romano

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / January 8

Thomas Frank provides latest on Rodrigo Bentancur injury update and it’s looking grim

Tottenham Hotspur fans have started turning on Thomas Frank after an awful first seven months in charge of the club. The Lilywhites’ last-gasp defeat to Bournemouth on the south coast in midweek certainly did not help matters, leaving them 14th in the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 8

Confirmed Arsenal team to face Liverpool – Gyokeres continues up front

Arsenal welcome Liverpool in a fixture that offers the Gunners a clear opportunity to demonstrate that they are capable of taking the Premier League title, and this is the starting eleven selected by Mikel Arteta.