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Real Madrid eager to move into pole position to sign €40m Tottenham star with 0 appearances

Real Madrid are reportedly really keen on a potential transfer deal for highly-rated Tottenham wonderkid Luka Vuskovic. The talented young Croatian centre-back has shone on loan in the Bundesliga with Hamburg this season, and is quickly earning comparisons with some of the game’s greats.

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'I’m so pleased' – Manager shows no fear and only excitement being drawn against Chelsea

Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson was absolutely buzzing to be drawn against Chelsea in the fifth round of the FA Cup. The draw took place on Monday night, and Wrexham were drawn at home to Chelsea in the next round of the competition.

Real Madrid News / Extratime Talk / February 19

Anti-Racism Football Protocol: Four Shocking Flaws That Left Vinícius Without Justice

The anti-racism football protocol coming into play isn’t something fans want to see on the pitch, yet it has become a recurring nightmare for Real Madrid.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / February 19

Europa League is far from a distraction for Celtic, it’s an ambitious objective

Europe is far from a distraction, it’s am ambitious objective and a win tonight could kickstart a much needed run of good form to help us on three fronts…

RB Leipzig News / Football Espana / February 19

Trent Alexander-Arnold pays tribute to former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota

Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has decided to pay tribute to former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota with an inscription on his boots. He decided to do so with Real Madrid playing in Jota’s native Portugal on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / February 19

Five Injury-Prone Players Who Overcame Injuries and Successfully Redefined Their Careers

Injury is the one opponent footballers never get to study on tape. A player can spend their whole childhood living for the game, then finally reach the point where it becomes a job, only to realise how quickly it can all disappear.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / February 19

Romano confirms Euro giants involved in talks with Man United over 28-year-old star

Barcelona are reportedly eager to extend Marcus Rashford’s stay beyond the current campaign, with the Catalan club preparing to open negotiations over a permanent deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Lecce News / SempreInter.com / February 19

Official – Gianluca Manganiello To Referee Lecce Vs Inter Milan Serie A Clash

Referee Gianluca Manganiello will be in charge of Saturday’s Serie A clash between Lecce and Inter Milan. The Lega Serie A have announced the complete list of officials for the weekend, via FCInterNews.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 19

Barcelona are apparently still upset that Chelsea signed one of their La Masia gems

Barcelona are apparently still quite upset that Chelsea got the steal on one of their La Masia gems, striker Marc Guiu. They are still not over it, and as well as that, they are putting measures in place at the club to stop something like that happening again.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 19

How Arsenal’s dressing room reacted to their draw against Wolves

Arsenal were stunned by a late equaliser from Wolves when the sides met in the Premier League last night, a result that has intensified scrutiny at a critical stage of the season.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / February 19

Two Juventus new signings destined to leave next summer

Juventus will reportedly part ways with Lois Openda and Edon Zhegrova after a disappointing first season in Turin. The Bianconeri had a largely disappointing summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 19

Di Canio destroys Italian football: ‘Sorry’ to hear Vialli compared to Malen

Paolo Di Canio strongly criticises Italian football after Serie A clubs suffered three defeats in three Champions League matches and is ‘sorry’ that Donyell Malen was compared to Gianluca Vialli.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 19

Real Madrid release statement on alleged racist abuse directed at Vinicius Junior

Real Madrid have now declared a position on the alleged racial abuse from Gianluca Prestianni towards Vinicius Junior, following the incident on Tuesday night in their Champions League win over Benfica.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / February 19

Bodo/Glimt 3-1 Inter Milan – Cristian Chivu Makes Rookie Mistake That Cost Nerazzurri Dearly

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu overplayed his hand in last night’s 3-1 defeat at Bodo/Glimt. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 45-year-old manager shot himself in the foot.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / February 19

Bodo/Glimt 3-1 Inter Milan – Croatia Midfielder Delivers Erratic Performance

Inter Milan midfielder Petar Sucic failed to live up to the billing in last night’s Champions League defeat at Bodo/Glimt. According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 22-year-old was sloppy with the ball and struggled to impose himself in midfield.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / February 19

Report: Midfielder wants Arsenal move despite interest from several top clubs

Leon Goretzka’s future is attracting attention, with the Bayern Munich midfielder reportedly prioritising a move to Arsenal, according to BILD. The Germany international is entering the final months of his contract at the Allianz Arena and will be available without a transfer fee in June, attracting attention from across Europe.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / February 19

Man United ready to let £300k per week star leave in the summer transfer window

Manchester United appear ready to bring the Jadon Sancho chapter to a close, with reports from The Sun suggesting the Red Devils are prepared to allow the winger to leave on a free transfer once his current loan spell concludes.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / February 19

VfB Stuttgart boss describes Celtic as most challenging play-off opponent

The Bundesliga outfit travel to Glasgow for tonight’s Europa League knockout play-off first leg, with the Scottish champions arriving in fine form after five consecutive wins.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / February 19

Mendieta tips Arteta to manage Euro giants in the future

Gaizka Mendieta has tipped Mikel Arteta to manage Barcelona in the future as he continues to impress as Arsenal’s head coach. Arteta has overseen a remarkable transformation at the club since taking charge in 2019, and his work has elevated the Gunners to the top tier of English football.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 19

Man Utd ready to launch new onslaught for ‘monstrous’ EPL star who snubbed them last summer

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on Liam Delap, who is enduring a forgettable first campaign at Chelsea. The 23-year-old is a youth product of Manchester City, who became one of the best revelations in the Premier League last season after joining Ipswich Town.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / February 19

Arne Slot says one thing has gone ‘back to normal’ for Liverpool as stats show welcome change

Arne Slot has been pleased to see Liverpool’s goalscoring returns going ‘a bit more back to normal’ in recent games amid an improvement in form for the Reds.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / February 19

Bayer Leverkusen wants to hijack Arsenal’s move for German midfielder

Arsenal are reportedly keen to sign Leon Goretzka when he becomes a free agent at the end of the season, but the midfielder is attracting increasing interest from other clubs.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / February 19

'A lot of nerves' – Arsenal legend blames Gunners star for 'panicking' against Wolves

Arsenal legend Alan Smith has singled out David Raya for panicking at a crucial moment in last night’s 2-2 draw against Wolves. The Gunners were 2-0 up away to the side currently sitting bottom of the Premier League table, but somehow managed to only come away with a point.

Bologna News / Caught Offside / February 19

Bukayo Saka denies ‘pressure’ claims and pinpoints real issue at Arsenal

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka feels that the players need to get back to their level soon if they want to win the Premier League title this season. The Gunners suffered a massive blow to their titles hopes after playing a 2-2 draw against 20th placed Wolves.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 19

Tottenham want £48m ‘homegrown’ player who is ‘physically robust’, star could earn £8m/yr

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha. The 25-year-old has performed well for the German club and has attracted the attention of the North London club.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 19

INEOS target slapped with new hefty price tag to try and deter suitors – but United want and ‘can afford’ him

RB Leipzig will look to try and price out Yan Diomande’s suitors this summer in hopes of keeping him for longer than a season. The Ivorian starlet is continuing to catch the eyes of a host of clubs across Europe as he lights up the Bundesliga week in and week out in his maiden campaign with Leipzig.

Soccer News / Stretty News / February 19

Romano: Man Utd to start negotiating deal for 23 G/A England star ‘over next months’

Barcelona have every intention of keeping Marcus Rashford beyond his season-long loan spell, which will expire in June. The La Liga giants are delighted with the impact that the on-loan Manchester United star has had since swapping Old Trafford for Camp Nou.