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Enquiry made: Arsenal have explored Deadline Day move to sign Bayern Munich star

Arsenal have reportedly made an enquiry about Bayern Munich central midfielder Leon Goretzka, though a move currently looks unlikely. That’s according to a report from talkSPORT, who state that the Gunners had explored the option of landing Goretzka to give them cover for the injured Mikel Merino.

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Forest return with third Engels bid reaching £25m as Celtic hold firm

As we predicted earlier today Nottingham Forest did return with a massive third bid for Arne Engels of £20m plus an additional £5m in add-ons, taking their

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Fiorentina’s race against the clock to sign Aston Villa-owned defender

Fiorentina are reportedly pushing to reach an agreement with Aston Villa for Kosta Nedeljkovic, while RB Leipzig have already agreed to terminate the defender’s loan spell.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / February 2

Three Chelsea players set for return vs Arsenal as Rosenior offers Fernandez fitness update

Chelsea are set to welcome back three key players into their side against Arsenal for their Carabao Cup semi-final tie on Tuesday night. Head coach Liam Rosenior is looking to overturn a 3-2 deficit after Chelsea suffered a narrow first leg defeat at Stamford Bridge last month.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 2

Tottenham eyeing late move for Club Brugge’s midfield sensation who is the son of a legendary Inter Milan player

As is the case when it comes to deadline day, things can change very quickly. Tottenham Hotspur remain in the market for last-minute deals, as Thomas Frank looks to improve his squad further.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 2

Chelsea prepare to loan out poacher to sister club after injury hits

It’s been a quiet January transfer window so far for Chelsea, although a few lesser moves are still in the pipelines. The Blues haven’t really known what to do with David Datro Fofana since they signed him from Molde 3 years ago.

Earthquakes loan F Cristian Arango to Colombian club

The San Jose Earthquakes loaned forward Cristian "Chicho" Arango to Colombia's Atletico Nacional on Monday. The deal is for the 2026 season and includes a purchase option for Arango, who is returning to his home country for personal reasons.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Italy Star’s Agent: ‘Liverpool Blocked Curtis Jones Exit & So Inter Milan Kept Frattesi Amid Nottingham & Lazio Offers’

Inter Milan had hoped to replace out-of-sorts midfielder Davide Frattesi with Liverpool star Curtis Jones in January. Speaking to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, Frattesi’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, explained his client’s status.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Lookman joins Atletico Madrid from Atalanta

Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has officially joined Atletico Madrid from Atalanta. Lookman has joined Atletico Madrid from Atalanta, as the two clubs confirmed with official statements on Monday.

Napoli News / Football Italia / February 2

Napoli sign Alisson Santos from Sporting CP

Napoli have officially signed Alisson Santos from Sporting CP, on loan for a reported fee of €3m with option to buy for a further €16m. The left-sided attacking winger is Brazilian, but also has Tunisian citizenship.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 2

Latest: Chelsea’s January moves go just as expected as frugal Blues let top target go to rivals

It was always expected to be a quiet January for Chelsea and, well, it’s turned out that way. As we said all along, the most likely action was the shuffling around of a few loan players.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / February 2

Crew acquire Jamal Thiare, transfer Jacen Russell-Rowe

The Columbus Crew acquired Jamal Thiare from Atlanta United and transferred fellow forward Jacen Russell-Rowe to France's Toulouse FC on Monday. Thiare arrives from Atlanta in exchange for $200,000 in 2026 general allocation money and up to $100,000 more in conditional GAM for 2027.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 2

Serious Mateta injury behind failed Milan transfer – report

Jean-Philippe Mateta has failed his medical tests with Milan, and according to Sacha Tavolieri, his knee problem is so severe that he’ll have to undergo surgery and remain out of action for at least three months.

Real Sociedad News / Caught Offside / February 2

David Ornstein confirms Arsenal have explored Sandro Tonali transfer

David Ornstein has reported on Sandro Tonali and Arsenal after some surprise rumours doing the rounds earlier today. Posting on X just moments ago, Ornstein confirmed that Arsenal explored a deal for Tonali after being offered the Newcastle United midfielder.

Celta Vigo News / Football Italia / February 2

Roma sign Zaragoza from Bayern Munich

Roma have officially signed attacking winger Bryan Zaragoza from Bayern Munich on loan with an option to buy, becoming an obligation with Champions League qualification.

FC Dallas News / Field Level Media / February 2

FC Dallas transfer GK Maarten Paes to Ajax

FC Dallas transferred veteran goalkeeper Maarten Paes to Dutch powerhouse Ajax on Monday. The 27-year-old Netherlands native recorded 26 clean sheets in 128 appearances from 2022-25.

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Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 2

Cremonese 0-2 Inter Milan – Argentina Superstar Produces ‘Total’ Performance’

Inter Milan talisman Lautaro Martinez continued his free-scoring Serie A form in yesterday’s win over Cremonese. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the Argentine center-forward produced a ‘total’ performance at Stadio Giovanni Zini.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / February 2

Official: Juventus sign young Manchester City striker until 2029

Juventus have announced the signing of English-Nigerian teenager Justin Oboavwoduo, who has completed a deadline-day move from Manchester City. The young centre-forward joined Man City’s academy at a tender age.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 2

Tottenham offered Al-Nassr loanee who was lighting up the Premier League in 2024/25

Tottenham Hotspur could be in for a busy January transfer deadline day amid links to several players. Thomas Frank will be hoping to add a few more players to improve his squad, which currently sits 14th in the Premier League.

Real Betis News / Extratime Talk / February 2

Copa Libertadores and CONCACAF Champions Cup 2026 First Phase Begins

February will see the opening phase of the 2026 Copa Libertadores and the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup get underway. While most of the continent’s heavyweights will enter later rounds, the early stages feature a group of ambitious clubs still dreaming of a deep run on the continental stage.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 2

Three main candidates eyed as Pep Guardiola expected to leave Manchester City this summer

Manchester City reportedly have Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca, and Cesc Fabregas as their three main candidates to replace Pep Guardiola. According to the Telegraph, it is considered increasingly likely that this will be Guardiola’s final season in charge at the Etihad Stadium.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 2

Harvey Elliott future sorted amid struggles at Aston Villa this season

Harvey Elliott now looks increasingly likely to see out the season at Aston Villa, despite uncertainty surrounding his long-term future at Villa Park, according to BBC.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

Journalist hints at potential Liverpool right-back raid after Geertruida pursuit hits the rocks

Liverpool reportedly have an alternative right-back transfer target in mind, having had to abandon any prospect of a late-window raid for Lutsharel Geertruida.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / February 2

James Pearce: Liverpool could greenlight defender’s exit today despite Anfield injury crisis

James Pearce has reported that Liverpool could greenlight a deadline-day loan exit for Calvin Ramsay if a ‘suitable offer’ comes their way. The 22-year-old

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

Chelsea have just 'rebuffed an offer' from Premier League side for first team player

Chelsea have reportedly just rebuffed an offer from Crystal Palace to sign centre back Josh Acheampong on loan this transfer window. Acheampong has been the subject of big offers coming in apparently as well this window, although this story is on a loan move for the young defender.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 2

'Not entirely sure' – Journalist reveals last minute twist on Chelsea centre back deal

A journalist has revealed a potential last minute twist in the proposed loan move of centre back Axel Disasi to West Ham today. We are well into transfer deadline day now, with just the afternoon left for clubs to agree deals and get them over the line – by 7pm this evening UK time.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 2

Just in: Deal ‘considered done’ – United ‘expected to announce’ transfer for ‘excellent’ star before deadline

Manchester United’s Ethan Wheatley will join Bradford City on loan before this evening’s 7pm transfer deadline. According to Manchester World journalist Rich Fay, the ‘deal is considered done’ and has been since last week, despite the Bantams welcoming both Paul Mullin and Kayden Jackson to their ranks.