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'What I expect…' – Arne Slot speaks out on Liverpool’s January transfer window plans

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has all but ruled out the Reds doing any major transfer business during the January window. Speaking at his press conference today, as quoted by journalist David Lynch, Slot said that his current expectation was that the winter would pass without any new additions for Liverpool.

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Inter Milan Starlet Marks His Place As Most Decisive Young Italian In Europe

Inter Milan starlet Pio Esposito is emerging as the most decisive young Italian player in Europe this season. The striker continues to grow with every appearance, and his latest assist against Udinese has underlined his rapid development at senior level.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / January 23

Aston Villa, Crystal Palace Send Clear Transfer Message to PSG

Crystal Palace and Aston Villa are both pursuing Gonçalo Ramos, according to Duncan Castles. The PSG striker has attracted interest from the two Premier League sides.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / January 23

'You’ve Been Toying With Me' – Departing Lazio Star Lashes Out on Lotito

A report in the Italian media details what went on between Alessio Romagnoli and Lazio president Claudio Lotito in their most recent meeting. When the defender left AC Milan in the summer of 2022, he was one of the most sought-after free agents on the market.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / January 23

Manchester City simply must find a way to pick up three points against Wolves

It has been a bad week for Manchester City. Consecutive defeats to Manchester United and Bodø/Glimt have capped off a poor January for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / January 23

Statistics Reveal Growing Importance of Poland Midfielder At Inter Milan After Career Revival

Piotr Zielinski has rediscovered his best form at Inter Milan and is becoming an increasingly important figure in midfield. The Poland international has grown into a key reference point in possession, offering control, tempo and creativity as Inter continue to compete on multiple fronts.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / January 23

Pundit does not think Juventus will go far in the Champions League

Juventus remain in contention for progress in the Champions League and could secure a place in the playoffs if they win their final league phase match in the competition.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / January 23

Italian Media Anticipate ‘Crucial’ End To January As Inter Milan Seek Reinforcements Ahead Of Packed Schedule

Inter Milan are entering a crucial end to January as the club look to protect momentum and add reinforcements. According to Tuttosport, via FCInterNews, January represents a defining crossroads for Inter’s season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 23

Juventus consider next steps for Douglas Luiz as Forest deal unlikely

Reports in Italy claim that Juventus are prepared to send Douglas Luiz out on a new loan deal, as the obligation to buy clause in his current deal with Nottingham Forest is unlikely to be triggered. Douglas Luiz left Juventus after one season to join Nottingham Forest on loan with a conditional obligation to buy during the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 23

Agents informed of Chelsea transfer interest, club open to sale on right terms

Chelsea may reportedly be an option for Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae as his future at the Allianz Arena looks uncertain. According to Christian Falk, writing in his latest exclusive column for CF Bayern Insider, Bayern are open to selling Kim for the right price to help fund a move for another defender.

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / January 23

Inter Milan Head Coach Cristian Chivu Ready To Trust Italy Starlet With Start Against Pisa

Inter Milan could start Pio Esposito against Pisa as Cristian Chivu weighs rotation options, with Inter and Pisa meeting in a key test. The young striker impressed against Arsenal and now pushes for a starting role alongside Lautaro Martinez.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 23

Ajax is considering a move for another Arsenal star

Ajax have only recently completed the loan signing of Oleksandr Zinchenko from Arsenal, yet the Dutch club are already planning another move for a player at the Emirates.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Liverpool make calculated staff move amid wider structural changes

Liverpool have made a significant behind-the-scenes change this winter, one that is part of a broader internal restructure. The development centres on Matt Newberry, whose responsibilities at Liverpool have quietly expanded.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Liverpool monitoring January options but time is running out – Steele

Liverpool are approaching the final stretch of the January transfer window with patience rather than urgency, as fresh reporting outlines the players we are watching rather than deals close to completion.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 23

Serie A clubs showing interest in signing Arsenal man

Gabriel Jesus has recently returned from an injury that kept him out of action at Arsenal for around a year, marking an important moment for both the player and the club.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / January 23

Worrying update surely means Arsenal need to break the bank for forward transfer

Arsenal reportedly have some concerns about Kai Havertz’s long-term fitness in developments that surely mean they need to make another major investment up front.

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Soccer News / Caught Offside / January 23

Man Utd summer signing names as one of the players who should be 'nowhere near' the starting XI

Manchester United’s big summer signing up front, Benjamin Sesko, has been heavily criticised by pundit Tim Sherwood after his slow start to life at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / January 23

Harvey Elliott loan hell exit route leaves Liverpool with uncomfortable choice

Liverpool find themselves in an uncomfortable position with Harvey Elliott as a season that was meant to offer opportunity has instead drifted into limbo.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Sky Germany: Chelsea express interest in Bundesliga star, Man United also in the race

Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha according to reports in Germany. The Blues were expected to be quiet in January, but it appears their plans have changed and they are now looking to add a centre back, and possibly a midfielder.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 23

Tottenham keen on £70m 'special' talent who has 'captivated' rival managers

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Bundesliga midfielder Can Uzun. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder has impressed in Germany and attracted the attention of Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle United.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Journalist: Chelsea looked at signing Joao Palhinha but Julian Alvarez unlikely

A journalist has put some information out around some possible Chelsea transfer targets, pervious and current. The Blues are weighing up some transfer options for the January transfer window as well as the summer transfer window.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / January 23

'Inevitable' – source makes big transfer claim about Liverpool star Mohamed Salah

A source close to the Saudi Pro League has made a big claim about the future of Liverpool star Mohamed Salah ahead of the summer. The Reds have just welcomed Salah back from AFCON and he seems to have resolved his feud with manager Arne Slot for the time being as he’s brought back into the first-team fold.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 23

Issues with Lavia and Essugo: Why Chelsea are trying to sign Douglas Luiz this month

Chelsea are trying to sign midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan from Juventus this month in some fresh transfer news that came out. It came from nowhere really, even if we had been hearing some whispers that Chelsea could still look to make more new signings this window, even after their attempts to sign Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / January 22

Report: Red Bulls close to deal for G Ethan Horvath

The New York Red Bulls are nearing an agreement to land U.S. goalkeeper Ethan Horvath from Cardiff City in Wales, according to a report from The Athletic.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 22

When can Arsenal welcome Piero Hincapie back to fitness?

Piero Hincapie has been sidelined for Arsenal since suffering an injury during the match against Liverpool at the Emirates, creating further challenges for Mikel Arteta as he manages an already stretched squad.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 22

Hugely respected ExWHUEmployee is calling another unsettling transfer rumour

There’s fresh transfer speculation linking West Ham United with Radu Drăgușin from Tottenham Hotspur as of today. Where is the good news?! The main source for this speculation is always a reliable West Ham insider account @ExWHUEmployee who posted that Dragusin has emerged as a target for the Hammers.