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BBC journalist on 'genuine pressure' Maresca and Chelsea face – and why fans have no patience

BBC journalist on 'genuine pressure' Maresca and Chelsea face – and why fans have no patience

Enzo Maresca is about to take his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Everton this weekend, and it will be very interesting to see how he handles it.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 12
'We know' Kolo Toure discusses competing with Arsenal for the title

'We know' Kolo Toure discusses competing with Arsenal for the title

Kolo Toure has offered his thoughts on Manchester City’s continued pursuit of Arsenal in the Premier League title race. Toure now serves as one of Pep Guardiola’s assistant coaches at Manchester City, where the staff and players have been working tirelessly to close the gap on the Gunners.

Napoli News / Football Italia / December 12

Napoli stance on 17-year-old talent Milton Pereyra revealed

Napoli have strong interest in 17-year-old Argentine talent Milton Pereyra, who is considered the present and future at Boca Junior, but the Partenopei

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 12
Manager with 30 years’ experience gives warning over Salah stand-off

Manager with 30 years’ experience gives warning over Salah stand-off

Liverpool are preparing for Brighton while the debate around Mo Salah continues to dominate headlines, yet a former Premier League boss believes the issue is far more straightforward than many suggest.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / December 12

Palladino: Atalanta’s ‘maturity test’ after win over Chelsea

Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino enjoyed the team’s performance against Chelsea, especially ‘ in terms of sacrifice’ but wants to see more of the same

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 12

Bad news for two Barcelona stars as Hansi Flick plans positional shake-up

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has shown a willingness to alter his primary plan and starting XI over the past few weeks. There could be more experiments coming before the turn of the year.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / December 12
23-G/A in 23 games this season: Liverpool learn asking price for Mo Salah replacement

23-G/A in 23 games this season: Liverpool learn asking price for Mo Salah replacement

 Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move for the Bayern Munich attacker Michael Olise.  The 23-year-old French international has been in spectacular form since joining the German club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
Report: Chelsea set to battle Man United for surprise 20-year-old Premier League star

Report: Chelsea set to battle Man United for surprise 20-year-old Premier League star

Chelsea are one of the Premier League clubs interested in signing Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki according to Sky Sport CH. With the January window just around the corner transfer rumours are starting to heat up, and as usual Chelsea are always linked with players.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 12
Tottenham expert feels this one factor will give Spurs edge over Nottingham Forest at the weekend

Tottenham expert feels this one factor will give Spurs edge over Nottingham Forest at the weekend

Tottenham have enjoyed a strong run of positive results after facing heavy scrutiny from certain sections of the media for their dismal Premier League form in recent weeks.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 12
Former midfielder hints at shock twist in Salah situation as pressure grows on Slot

Former midfielder hints at shock twist in Salah situation as pressure grows on Slot

The build-up to Liverpool’s meeting with Brighton has shifted into unexpected territory as more voices suggest the ongoing Mo Salah crisis may be deeper than anyone imagined.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / December 12
'It is good news': Thomas Frank provides latest Tottenham injury update after Solanke’s cryptic post

'It is good news': Thomas Frank provides latest Tottenham injury update after Solanke’s cryptic post

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank provides the latest fitness update on Dominic Solanke ahead of the trip to Nottingham Forest. Bidding for their third win in a row, Tottenham Hotspur travel to the City Ground to face Nottingham Forest on Sunday afternoon in the Premier League.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / December 12

Celtic Board must meet Green Brigade to resolve disputes

Celtic’s Europa League hopes hang in the balance after going down 3-0 at home to Roma last night, and to be quite honest I wasn’t surprised by the result in the slightest… In our Celtic Star staff writers predictions I went for a 2-0 win to Roma, and I genuinely felt I was being kind with that one.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 12
Arteta backs goal-shy Gyokeres to shine at Arsenal

Arteta backs goal-shy Gyokeres to shine at Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres arrived at Arsenal as one of the most prolific goalscorers in the world, and there was an expectation that he would bring a consistent flow of goals to the Emirates.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 12
Maresca 'completely relaxed' after slump in form; tells fans 'that’s football'

Maresca 'completely relaxed' after slump in form; tells fans 'that’s football'

It’s the question everyone around Chelsea wants answered after the Blues went from the high point of their season, a 3-0 win over Barcelona, to a run of four games without a win, all without a breath.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / December 12
Tottenham have a dream name on their shortlist who has 'talent and humility of a champion'

Tottenham have a dream name on their shortlist who has 'talent and humility of a champion'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the 20-year-old Turkish International is a dream name on their shortlist as they look to add more quality in the final third.

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Leeds United News / To The Lane And Back / December 12
AS Roma lose hope of signing Tottenham youngster after Thomas Frank’s latest decision

AS Roma lose hope of signing Tottenham youngster after Thomas Frank’s latest decision

Tottenham forward Mathys Tel has enjoyed a strong run of games in recent weeks as the Lilywhites appear to have turned their Premier League fortunes around under Thomas Frank.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 12
Paul Merson reveals one mistake Arteta made against Aston Villa 

Paul Merson reveals one mistake Arteta made against Aston Villa 

Paul Merson believes Mikel Arteta made a costly mistake in Arsenal’s recent Premier League defeat to Aston Villa. The Gunners faced a challenging fixture at Villa Park, with Villa in excellent form in the weeks leading up to the match.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 12
'He is good' – Maresca update on injured attacker shows there is one positive to upper-body issue

'He is good' – Maresca update on injured attacker shows there is one positive to upper-body issue

Enzo Maresca has just taken his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Everton tomorrow, and the manager was asked about the status of Liam Delap.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 12
Report: Chelsea intent on beating Tottenham and Man City in the race for special talent

Report: Chelsea intent on beating Tottenham and Man City in the race for special talent

Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City are interested in signing the PEC Zwolle midfielder Jadiel Pereira da Gama.  The 15-year-old defensive midfielder is regarded as a special talent, and he has already established himself as a first-team player for the Dutch outfit.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Current Mason Mount Form and How Important It Is for Manchester United

Current Mason Mount Form and How Important It Is for Manchester United

The current Mason Mount form is encouraging for Manchester United. The English midfielder, who will turn 27 in January, has been having a redemption of sorts at Manchester United this season.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Liverpool vs Brighton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Liverpool vs Brighton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Liverpool vs Brighton is going to be a high-octane battle on Matchday 16 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign, as the Reds look to desperately get back to winning ways in the Premier League in their upcoming match at Anfield Stadium on Saturday, December 13.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 12
Will keeping Gabriel Jesus make Gyokeres perform better?

Will keeping Gabriel Jesus make Gyokeres perform better?

Gabriel Jesus has returned to action after spending almost a year sidelined due to injury problems. The Brazilian attacker has been an important player for Arsenal over the years, and his absence came at a time when he was performing strongly for the team.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / December 12
Chelsea vs Everton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Chelsea vs Everton: Three Key Factors To Consider, Predicted Lineups, Injuries

Chelsea vs Everton is going to be an eye-catching clash on Matchday 15 of the 2025/26 Premier League when the two English sides face off against each other at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, December 13.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 12
Ex-Red urges United to sign PL star who met with Amorim over summer, he’s who the fans ‘want to see’

Ex-Red urges United to sign PL star who met with Amorim over summer, he’s who the fans ‘want to see’

Nani has urged his former club, Manchester United, to try to facilitate a deal for Antoine Semenyo. It comes amid growing anticipation that the Bournemouth talisman will be on the move in the winter after it was confirmed that his contract contains a £65 million release clause (£60m upfront and £5m in add-ons).

Trevoh Chalobah News / Chelsea News / December 12
Trevoh Chalobah names a crucial factor in Chelsea’s game against Everton tomorrow – and it’s not Cole Palmer

Trevoh Chalobah names a crucial factor in Chelsea’s game against Everton tomorrow – and it’s not Cole Palmer

Chelsea are on a nasty run of games without a win and without a good performance in a couple of weeks. They need to turn things around tomorrow, but it’s not going to be easy against a really tough Everton team who are set to come to Stamford Bridge and make things difficult.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 12
Sources: 'Expect bids' – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

Sources: 'Expect bids' – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

Manchester United seem increasingly open to cashing in on Bruno Fernandes, who remains a target for Saudi Pro League clubs. As first reported here in the Daily Briefing, sources “expect bids” for Fernandes as both Al Hilal and Al Ittihad show a strong interest in him.

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