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Chelsea's transfer plans for 2026 could spell end to two players' Stamford Bridge careers

Chelsea's reported recruitment plans could spell trouble for both Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo, who have struggled with injuries this season. The latest report suggested that Chelsea have set strengthening the midfield as their recruitment priority for 2026.

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Newcastle eyeing next big thing in Brazil as €40m ace turns heads during scouting mission

Newcastle United are interested in signing the Gremio midfielder Danilo. The 17-year-old is highly rated in South America, and he has attracted the attention of multiple clubs with his performance.

Bologna News / SempreInter.com / December 18

Bologna Vs Inter Milan – Italy Star Defender Credits Cristian Chivu For Nerazzurri Renaissance: 'Large Part Of Who We Are Today Is Thanks To Him'

Inter Milan stalwart Alessandro Bastoni hailed Cristian Chivu for the team’s resurgence following a heartbreaking 2024/25 season. During today’s pre-match conference via FCInterNews, the 26-year-old insisted that the Nerazzurri have never lost their spirit despite numerous setbacks.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 18

Ex Juventus defender recalls snubbing Chiellini’s advice: 'The biggest regret of my life

The recently retired Mattia Caldara admits he should have heeded a piece of advice he received from Giorgio Chiellini during their brief time together at Juventus.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 18

‘Absolutely’: Journo delights United fans by verifying INEOS are ‘firmly in the race’ for ‘world-class’ attacker

Manchester United are well in the mix to sign Antoine Semenyo when the January window opens. It must be said that they certainly aren’t alone in the race, though, as the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City have also set their sights on adding the Bournemouth talisman to their ranks next month.

West Ham United News / Caught Offside / December 18

West Ham ready to move for striker who flopped at PSG

West Ham United are stepping up their search for a new centre-forward ahead of the January transfer window, with reports suggesting the club are now exploring a move for Fiorentina striker Moise Kean.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / December 18

Report Italian Maresca top pick to replace Guardiola at Manchester City

According to The Athletic, Italian coach Enzo Maresca is one of the candidates for Manchester City to replace Pep Guardiola next season after his success at Chelsea.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / December 18

Bologna Vs Inter Milan – Turkey Superstar In Contention For Starting Lineups

Inter Milan talisman Hakan Calhanoglu could reportedly make the starting lineup in tomorrow’s Supercoppa Italiana clash against Bologna. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 31-year-old is in contention for the starting XI.

Lille News / Caught Offside / December 18

Man United could take advantage of key INEOS connection to get useful deal done this January

Manchester United defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte reportedly looks set to make way so the club can make a new signing in that position in January. The Uruguay international has struggled to impress at Old Trafford since he signed from Paris Saint-Germain, and it now makes sense that a departure is edging closer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Jack Grealish says Everton man is more skilful than Saka

Bukayo Saka is widely regarded as one of the most skilful players in the Premier League and has maintained an impressive level of form over the last few seasons.

Bologna News / Football Italia / December 18

Capello identifies four players who can ‘shift the balance’ in Juventus vs. Roma

Former Juventus and Roma coach Fabio Capello feels that Kenan Yildiz, Francisco Conceiçao, Wesley and Mile Svilar can make a difference in the upcoming Serie A meeting between Bianconeri and Giallorossi.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / December 18

Slot vs. Salah row is ‘still there’ and cracks in relationship remain – Steele

Liverpool’s unbeaten run of late has coincided with a saga surrounding Mo Salah and Arne Slot. Lewis Steele has suggested the matter between Mo Salah and Arne Slot is “certainly not over as far as I’m aware.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 18

Leeds United linked with Europa League final hero

Leeds United are expected to be active in the January transfer window to make additions to the squad as Daniel Farke eyes Premier League safety. The Whites have struggled this season, even though the recent form has improved.

Crystal Palace News / To The Lane And Back / December 18

Tottenham handed fresh update on long-term defensive target Marc Guehi

Tottenham’s defence this season has shown moments of progress mixed with familiar frustration, because Thomas Frank has pushed the backline higher and asked for incessant pressing, which has closed gaps compared with last year’s loose shape.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 18

‘Proud’ Italiano hopes Ferguson replicates Scotland performances at Bologna

Vincenzo Italiano feels Lewis Ferguson ‘performs at a very high level’ with the Scotland national team, but is not always ‘sharp’ with Bologna: ‘It’s a bit of an up-and-down period.’ Italiano previewed tomorrow’s Supercoppa Italiana semifinal against Inter at a pre-match press conference on Thursday.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / December 18

'Big problem' – Britain’s top pundit says Maresca won’t be Chelsea manager next season

Jamie Carragher has had a busy couple of weeks. Fresh from having to be the spokesman for Liverpool fans over Mo Salah’s explosive comments to the media at the start of the month, the pundit then had to deal with the chaos created by Enzo Maresca’s similar outburst.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / December 18

Di Canio urges Juventus to enhance two roles, proposes Wolves star

Retired Italian striker Paolo Di Canio identifies the two playing positions that Juventus must urgently address, while offering a possible solution. The Bianconeri sacked Igor Tudor in late October following a poor start to the campaign, and replaced him with Luciano Spalletti.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / December 18

Arsenal to face Chelsea if they beat Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarterfinals

Arsenal take on Crystal Palace in the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup next week, in what is expected to be a demanding and closely contested fixture. The Gunners are fully aware of the challenges posed by knockout football, particularly against opponents who have consistently proven difficult to overcome.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 18

Chelsea defender takes cheeky jab at life in England in interview

Chelsea are doing a nice Christmas series where they look at a few of their players and their festive stories, and today they took a chance to look at Benoit Badiashile.

Real Betis News / Caught Offside / December 18

Report: Another club in race to sign Man United’s Marcus Rashford if he doesn’t stay at Barca

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is reportedly now also a target for Atletico Madrid in case he doesn’t end up staying at Barcelona. The England international is currently on loan at Barca for this season, having fallen out of favour at Old Trafford.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / December 18

Predicted Tottenham Lineup to face Liverpool with change in personnel expected in midfield

A dispirited Tottenham Hotspur side will cross swords with Liverpool at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday evening. The Lilywhites were handed a hiding by Nottingham Forest last weekend.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / December 18

Exclusive says Arsenal eyeing opportunity to push to sign Chelsea target

If Chelsea want to sign one of their transfer targets then they might have to act fast now due to Arsenal’s alleged interest. With every top player in the world, there is always going to be all the top clubs looking at them, and quite often you will have a real battle on your hands to try and sign him ahead of other interested clubs.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / December 18