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Agreement in principle: Liverpool set to punish Real Madrid as January deal looks imminent

Dominik Szoboszlai is now expected to commit his future to Liverpool and sign a new long-term contract. That’s the word coming from CaughtOffside, with interest from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid set to be rebuffed by the Hungarian midfielder.

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Inter Milan Set Price Tag For Midfielder Amid Nottingham Forest, Galatasaray & Juventus Links

Inter Milan have set their stance on Davide Frattesi clear, with the midfielder now considered expendable if the right offer arrives. According to Tuttosport, Inter value Frattesi at around €35 million and are only open to a permanent transfer.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / January 10

Inter eye move for Bassey but Fulham make January transfer decision – report

Reports in the UK suggest that Inter are among the Serie A clubs interested in versatile Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, but the Premier League side don’t want to sell the Nigerian this month.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 10

Inter Milan To Make Key Selection Choice For Napoli Clash Today As Defender Heads For Potential Exit

Inter face Napoli with Cristian Chivu expected to make a final call on his defence, while Francesco Acerbi remains part of the discussion ahead of a possible exit.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 10

Napoli Have Just One Fully Fit Forward Ahead Of Important Serie A Showdown With Inter Milan

Inter vs Napoli is shaping up to be a stark contrast in attacking options, with Antonio Conte facing major limitations and Rasmus Hojlund the only fully fit forward available.

Soccer News / Football Italia / January 10

Baggio: Three Italy World Cup eliminations ‘not easy to digest’

Italy legend Roberto Baggio still carries a ‘weight’ for missing a decisive penalty kick against Brazil in the 1994 World Cup Final: ‘I lost three World

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / January 10

Italian Press Hail Inter Milan Midfielder As ‘Assist King’ As Numbers Prove Italian Is Decisive

Nicolò Barella has once again moved centre stage at Inter Milan, with the midfielder now being celebrated as the club’s undisputed “assist king”. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Barella’s latest contribution against Parma, where he sent Marcus Thuram through on goal at the Tardini, brought his total to 66 assists in an Inter shirt.

Agent Of Inter Milan Target Says 'It’s Nice' To Know Big Clubs Are Interested

Inter interest in Cagliari goalkeeper Elia Caprile has been publicly acknowledged by the player’s agent, who admits it is “nice” to know the Nerazzurri are watching closely.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / January 10

'In the last 24 hours' – Fabrizio Romano delivers late night Man United transfer update

Transfer news journalist Fabrizio Romano has made it clear that Manchester United look to be closer to offloading Marcus Rashford to Barcelona permanently.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 10

Atletico Madrid Star Overtakes Serie A Starlet On Inter Milan Summer Shopping List To Strengthen Right Flank

Inter are reshaping plans on the right flank, with Atletico Madrid wing-back Nahuel Molina now ahead of Marco Palestra as the club reassesses summer priorities.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 10

From Italy: Serie A giants targeting key Man Utd lieutenant away at AFCON

Juventus are reportedly looking to bolster the right-hand side of their defence with the addition of Noussair Mazraoui. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t Football Italia), the Old Lady first established their interest in Manchester United’s full-back in August.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 10

Are Arsenal trying to hurt Manchester City?

We may one day look back on the Kroenke era and regard Andrea Berta as its greatest ever employee. Arsenal have often been criticised for not always acting like a true elite club under the current ownership, yet their Director of Football appears to operate with that higher standard in mind.

Tottenham Hotspur News / To The Lane And Back / January 10

Rodrigo Bentancur’s grim injury outlook boils over to Uruguayan national team

Tottenham Hotspur are staring at another season where injuries define their campaign. And that has taken another worrying turn with veteran midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur becoming the latest face to join the treatment table.

Napoli News / SempreInter.com / January 10

Inter Milan Midfielder Revives Career Under Cristian Chivu As Coach Considers Selection For Napoli Test

Inter vs Napoli could mark another important chapter for Piotr Zielinski, with Cristian Chivu’s faith in the midfielder now fully rewarded after a remarkable turnaround.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / January 10

More chaos loooming: Top Spurs star linked with a ‘summer move away’

Boyhood Liverpool fan Micky van de Ven could potentially force a move out of Tottenham this summer, according to Hooligan Soccer’s journo indykaila. The Liverpool Echo even recently ran with a ‘come and get me‘ headline.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 10

'An exciting time' – Chalobah opens up on working under Rosenior, reveals his message to the squad

Trevoh Chalobah has stated the FA Cup holds a special place in his heart, as he revealed what Liam Rosenior has said to the players. Chelsea get their FA Cup campaign underway against Championship side Charlton in the third round on Saturday evening.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 10

Manchester City will challenge Arsenal for Premier League defender

Tino Livramento has emerged as a potential transfer target for Arsenal ahead of the summer window, with the Gunners reportedly considering a move to strengthen their squad.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / January 10

26 G/A this season: Liverpool transfer target namedrops Reds as potential destination

Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis has named Liverpool as one team he’d potentially consider a transfer to, though he’s not currently expecting a move.

Olympique Lyonnais News / Caught Offside / January 10

Sources: Liverpool early favourites to sign 'superb' 23-year-old attacker

Liverpool are understood to be showing the strongest interest in a potential transfer move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. Although there have also been transfer rumours linking Barcola as a target for Arsenal and Chelsea, my current information is that Liverpool have done the most work on this potential deal.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / January 10

Arsenal star puts pen to paper on a new long-term deal

Bukayo Saka has committed his future to Arsenal after agreeing to a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2031, as reported by ESPN. The agreement brings to an end lengthy discussions between the player and the club, with Arsenal keen to secure his services as part of their long-term planning.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / January 10

'He wants Tottenham': Expert believes Spurs are signing a 'great footballer'

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed on a deal to sign the Santos defender Souza. South American football expert Tim Vickery has now revealed that the 19-year-old

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 10

Official: Chelsea announce deal for talented left winger

Chelsea have announced that academy talent Ryan Kavuma-McQueen has signed his first professional contract with the club. The Blues are renowned for having one of the best academies in world football, and have produced so many top class players over the years.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 10

Sources: Five candidates, one 'heavy favourite' for Man United job as World Cup could impact plans

Manchester United are internally discussing as many as five main candidates to take over as the club’s permanent manager next season. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, my understanding is that Old Trafford chiefs are particularly keen on Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 10

Ray Parlour urges Chelsea to sign La Liga star, claims every Blues fan 'would have him'

Former Arsenal player Ray Parlour has urged Chelsea to bring Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger back to the club. The Blues once again heavily invested in their squad over the summer, and made five attacking signings as they totally revamped the frontline.

Soccer News / Stretty News / January 10

Romano: Confirmed – All parties ready for Man Utd to complete £26m deal, negotiations to begin imminently

Barcelona intend to activate Marcus Rashford’s buy option before the end of the campaign, according to numerous reports. The news was first reported by Spanish journalist Alfredo Martinez on Friday evening, after which Fabrizio Romano verified Barcelona’s desire to sign the forward permanently.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / January 9

Owen says Arsenal man does not have class to do well against the top teams

Michael Owen has shared his assessment of Viktor Gyokeres’ difficulties at Arsenal, expressing doubts over whether the striker possesses the quality required to consistently perform against the Premier League’s strongest sides.