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Harvey Elliott Loan Move: Bad Business From Liverpool?

The Harvey Elliott loan move once again proved to be a costly one for Liverpool. A 1-1 draw in the Liverpool vs Sunderland Premier League match continued the Reds’ poor run overall.

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Aston Villa Target’s Contract Talks Stall With His Current Club: Why Will He Be A Good Fit For The Lions?

Reports indicate that negotiations between Crystal Palace and Jean-Philippe Mateta over a new contract have stalled. According to Ekrem Konur, talks are not progressing, which has led to heightened interest in his services.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

Report: Le Bris looking to reunite with €25-30m-rated star in January

Sunderland has been linked with a move for the French international midfielder Matteo Guendouzi. According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Sunderland are looking to add more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and they have identified the 26-year-old central midfielder as a target.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 5

Tottenham now want to sign record-signing from rival club to fix major weakness

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Igor Thiago from Brentford in the coming months. The Brazilian joined Brentford in a club record deal in 2024, and he has been outstanding for them.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 5

Report: Tottenham consider launching £40 million move for Premier League defender

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing a £40 million bid for Brighton & Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke in 2026, as the club looks to strengthen its backline for the long term.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / December 4

Liverpool Apparently Furious With Aston Villa For This Situation: Why The Birmingham Club Should Let The Player Leave

A new report from journalist Pete O’Rourke has indicated that Liverpool are closely monitoring Harvey Elliott’s situation during his loan spell at Aston Villa.

Aston Villa News / Field Level Media / December 4

Bay FC tab England's Emma Coates as head coach

Bay FC named Emma Coates, most recently the leader of England's Women's Under-23 national team, as its head coach on Thursday. She replaces Albertin Montoya, who was the coach of the expansion team when it entered the National Women's Soccer League two years ago.

Aston Villa News / The Equalizer / December 4

Bay FC tap Emma Coates to be next head coach

Bay FC have named England U-23 head coach Emma Coates as the club’s new head coach. Coates has been at the helm of the English U-23 side since 2023. She will become the second coach in Bay FC history.

Unai Emery News / Caught Offside / December 4

Why Unai Emery ripped off his coat during Brighton clash

Aston Villa produced one of the most dramatic turnarounds of the Premier League season on Wednesday night, edging Brighton & Hove Albion 4-3 in a pulsating clash at the Amex Stadium.

Aston Villa News / NBC Sports / December 3

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Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / December 3

Liverpool vs. Sunderland: Team News, Predicted Lineups & Prediction

A unique match is coming for Sunderland after their promotion to the Premier League. Visiting Liverpool for matchday 14, where Regis Le Bris has a big challenge to face against the current champion of the 24/25 season.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 3

Sources: Tottenham, Newcastle & Aston Villa transfer target 'highly likely' to move this January

Tottenham, Newcastle United and Aston Villa are all understood to be very interested in Igor Thiago as he’s “highly likely” to leave Brentford this January.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / December 2

Former Premier League boss feels 'great player' from Aston Villa 'wants to move'

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins has not been at his best this season. He has scored just once in 19 appearances across all competitions, and he has been linked with a move away from the club.

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Soccer News / The 4th Official / December 2

Aston Villa Line Up A Move For This Brentford Star: Is It The Right Decision?

Aston Villa have been consistently impressive in the Premier League over the past few weeks, and the team appears to be back in the Champions League spots.

Soccer News / Essential Football / December 2

5 Best Left-Sided Attacks in the Premier League

The linkup between a winger and a full-back is a classic attacking combination in modern football. It provides plenty of options for both players and can unlock even the tighest of defences.

Morgan Rogers News / HITC / December 2

Chelsea make final call on whether to intensify their Morgan Rogers pursuit for 2026

Chelsea would not be against the idea of Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers joining their squad. The young Englishman is one of the most exciting players to watch in the Premier League and has been impressing since last season.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / December 1

Everton Are Targeting This Fulham Star In January: Will He Be A Good Signing?

The 4-1 home defeat to Newcastle United on Saturday acted as a wake-up call for David Moyes, according to reports. Everton sit 14th in the Premier League, just four points away from the European spots.

Soccer News / Sunderland on SI / December 1

Sunderland Receives Major Roster Boost Ahead of Newcastle United Derby

Following the fantastic moment Sunderland experienced in the last matchday, the team continues to receive positive news about their squad and what it will take to compete in the Premier League in the upcoming rounds of the championship.

Ollie Watkins News / Total Apex Sports / December 1

Aston Villa Offer Ollie Watkins To Manchester United For £35m Sparks Fresh January Fever — How Real Is It?

Aston Villa reportedly offered Manchester United the chance to sign Ollie Watkins for £35m in January. The claim exploded across social channels on Monday and has already become the latest twist in a long-running transfer soap opera that links Watkins to Old Trafford. Headlines on social media are loud and brutal.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 1

Real Madrid slam referee over non-penalty decision – 'We have four points less because of Negreira’s sons'

Real Madrid played out their third successive La Liga stalemate on Sunday, as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Girona. Xabi Alonso’s side were far from their best, although there is a feeling from within the club that they were affected by the decisions of referee Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea.