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Enzo Maresca delivers Arsenal & Mikel Arteta verdict as Chelsea warned over key threats

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has lauded Arsenal's defensive and attacking threats under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal head to Stamford Bridge looking to extend their advantage at the top of the Premier League over the likes of Chelsea and Manchester City.

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Journalist says Milan had ‘wrong’ attitude with Maignan, free transfer ‘unbearable’

Milan expert Carlo Pellegatti says the club’s management towards Mike Maignan was ‘totally wrong’ as the goalkeeper’s future at San Siro remains highly uncertain.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 29

Real Madrid Target Reportedly Narrows His List Down To Three Clubs

Although it barely feels like five minutes since the summer transfer window closed, we are now only just over a month away from the winter transfer window.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / November 29

Inter Milan Midfielder Fully Recovered & Confirmed As Part Of Cristian Chivu’s Squad For Match Against Pisa

Henrik Mkhitaryan has been confirmed in Inter Milan’s squad for their Serie A clash against Pisa after recovering from a thigh muscle injury. The Armenian midfielder had been sidelined for over a month due to a semitendinosus issue in his left leg.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 29

'I know' – Enzo Maresca speaks about who will start as striker against Arsenal

Enzo Maresca has refused to say who will start at number nine against Arsenal, but has admitted he’s made his decision. Chelsea have a number of attacking options available to them having totally revamped their forward line over the summer with five new attacking signings.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / November 29

Man United ready to make a strong push for Brazilian gem who could be a future star

Manchester United are very interested in the Brazilian prospect, Robinho Junior. According to a report from Fichajes, they are showing strong interest in the young Brazilian, and they are determined to make a strong push for him.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / November 29

Hansi Flick wants Barcelona to sign Bundesliga winger in 2026

Barcelona are poised for a busy summer transfer window in 2026, provided that they return to La Liga’s 1:1 rule. The plan is for a centre-back and striker to be brought in, while their winger situation will also need to be addressed.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 29

'The better it is' – Maresca reveals which Chelsea player he wants the squad to have a mentality like

Enzo Maresca has revealed he wants the Chelsea squad to have a mentality like Marc Cucurella ahead of the Arsenal game. Chelsea welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge in a top of the table clash, with the Blues six points behind the Gunners.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 29

Arsenal continues to pay attention to the signature of Juventus star

Arsenal has maintained a longstanding interest in Kenan Yildiz, and a potential opportunity may soon arise for the Gunners to secure his signature. The attacker has developed into one of Europe’s most promising talents over the past few seasons and continues to work diligently to achieve success at the highest level.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / November 29

Manchester United enter race to sign highly-rated 22-G/A attacker

Manchester United are ready to battle top clubs to sign FC Midtjylland’s attacking sensation Franculino Dju. The Guinea-Bissau striker has been in fine form this season, and his performances haven’t gone unnoticed.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 29

Tottenham should be wary of this former Arsenal star who can haunt them this weekend

Fulham are set to travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as they face a freefalling Thomas Frank’s side in a late Saturday kickoff. The Lilywhites have shipped nine goals in their last two games.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 29

Manchester City and Leeds United have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of kickoff at the Etihad

Manchester City and Leeds United have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of today’s pivotal Premier League fixture at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola’s side enters today’s match off the back of consecutive defeats to Newcastle United and Bayer Leverkusen.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / November 29

'Nothing short of sensational' – talkSPORT pundit in awe of impact made by Chelsea ace

Former Chelsea player Scott Minto believes the impact Estevao has made this season is nothing short of “sensational.” Chelsea agreed a deal with Brazilian side Palmeiras in the summer of 2024 worth up to £51.4m, and Estevao finally arrived after the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / November 29

Will Bremer be fit for Juventus match against Napoli?

Juventus will face Napoli on the 7th of December, and the men in black and white will be eager to secure a positive result. The Bianconeri have struggled with inconsistency throughout the season, yet this has been a common theme across Serie A, with many of the league’s top clubs failing to maintain a steady run of form.

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / November 29

Barcelona dealt major injury concern hours before Alaves clash

Barcelona have been close to returning to full fitness across their squad, but a new concern has now emerged in the hours leading up to their La Liga clash against Alaves.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 29

Frank’s plausible XI: Prepare to be disappointed

The legacy of Levy has put us in this mess, and moaning about Frank is academic at best. Yes, you are allowed to be disappointed; we all are, but clucking like wet hens will achieve the square root of nothing.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 29

Zenit winger admits he dreams of playing for Arsenal

Zenit Saint Petersburg star Luiz Henrique has expressed a desire to join Arsenal, keeping alive his hope of competing in one of Europe’s top leagues. The Brazilian has been in impressive form over recent campaigns and has worked tirelessly to ensure that top clubs around the world take notice of his performances.

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 29

Exclusive: Monza open preliminary talks for Torino midfielder Ilkhan

Serie B side Monza are interested in Torino midfielder Emirhan Ilkhan and have already opened talks ahead of the January 2026 transfer window. Monza are interested in signing Torino midfielder Ilkhan, and club directors have already opened preliminary negotiations for the 21-year-old.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 29

Extraordinary conversations shaping Slot’s future inside Anfield – report

Liverpool’s situation has reached the point where off-pitch details are now shaping the broader discussion around Arne Slot. According to Lewis Steele for Mail Sport, the problems facing our head coach have stretched from the training ground all the way back to Bergentheim, his birthplace in the Dutch Bible Belt.

Nottingham Forest News / To The Lane And Back / November 29

'It didn’t work'- Thomas Frank hits back at accusations of playing it safe; outlines Tottenham tactical vision

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank is coming under increasing scrutiny for his overly cautious approach at N17 this season. The Lilywhites were known for free-flowing, attacking football under Ange Postecoglou in recent years, regularly taking the game to opponents even when facing stronger sides.

RB Leipzig News / To The Lane And Back / November 29

'All about performance'- Thomas Frank outlines the bottom line for summer signing’s struggles at Tottenham

Tottenham managed to fend off competition and secure the signing of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig in the summer. The Dutchman had been close to joining Chelsea and had even agreed personal terms with the Blues for a potential move to Stamford Bridge.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 29

Report: West Ham make U-turn on 25-year-old’s future ahead of January window

West Ham United could look to cash in on Andy Irving during the January transfer window, according to Claret and Hugh. The 25-year-old Scottish midfielder was linked with a move away from the club in the summer as well.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 29

Man United linked with player who has 'issues around his personality and his behaviour.'

Manchester United have been linked with the Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez once again. The player was linked with Manchester United during the summer window, but the Red Devils opted to sign Senne Lammens instead.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 29

Sources: Spurs sense 'opportunity' to beat Man United to '€100m asset' amid new uncertainty

Tottenham are understood to sense a potential opportunity to rival Manchester United for the transfer of Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. The talented

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 29

'He’s playing like' – Enzo Maresca explains key difference between Moises Caicedo and Declan Rice

Enzo Maresca has explained the key difference between Moises Caicedo and Declan Rice ahead of Chelsea’s game against Arsenal. The duo are set to face off on Sunday in a top of the table clash, with the Blues currently six points behind the Gunners.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 29

Sky Germany: Chelsea one of seven clubs who could sign €50m star next summer

Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy is said to have release clause active to seven clubs next summer, with Chelsea one of those according to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 29

Manchester City vs Leeds United: Latest City injury news and predicted City starting eleven

Manchester City take on Leeds United today at the Etihad Stadium in what now looms as an important Premier League fixture for Pep Guardiola’s side. Back-to-back defeats to Newcastle United and Bayer Leverkusen have taken the gloss off what did seem to be a bright start to the season for City.