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Chelsea tops Los Angeles FC 2-0 in Club World Cup opener

ATLANTA -- Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez each scored goals to propel Chelsea to a 2-0 victory over Los Angeles FC in the Group D opener for each team in the Club World Cup in Atlanta on Monday afternoon.

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Rumours Massara will return to Roma and replace Ghisolfi

Reports are swirling around this evening that Roma could fire director of sport Florent Ghisolfi and bring back Frederic Massara. There were suggestions in recent weeks that Massara could be making a return to Serie A for Juventus, because he suddenly parted company with French side Stade Rennes after just a year in Ligue 1.

Napoli News / Football Italia / June 16

Report Napoli targeted Sancho from Manchester United

Napoli are pushing Manchester United for Jadon Sancho, according to Sky Sport Italia, who is stuck in limbo after his Chelsea loan. The Partenopei are boosting their squad for the Champions League after winning the Serie A title in the debut campaign of coach Antonio Conte.

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Thomas Frank excited to work with Son Heung-min’s successor Tottenham, confirms Alasdair Gold

Tottenham Hotspur are ushering into a new era under Thomas Frank, as Daniel Levy looks to reshape the squad as per the Danish tactician’s image and philosophy.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / June 16

Transfer blow for Tottenham as Danish ace agrees to join Eintracht Frankfurt

After weeks of heavy speculation, Tottenham Hotspur confirmed last week the appointment of Thomas Frank as the new head coach on a three-year deal. The Dane has his work cut out at Hotspur Way this summer as he looks to undertake a rebuild and get Spurs back up the Premier League table.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 16

Fresh Nico Williams update emerges as Arsenal knows their stand

Arsenal remain attentive to developments surrounding Nico Williams, following the winger’s reported openness to leaving Athletic Club this summer. The Spanish international has steadily emerged as one of the most sought-after wide players in Europe, attracting interest from several elite clubs.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 16

Francesco Oppini insists Tudor is an upgrade on Thiago Motta

Juventus have officially confirmed that Igor Tudor will remain in charge as their manager for the remainder of the upcoming season and the following campaign.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / June 16

Tottenham accelerate interest in 23-year-old Ligue 1 star who cna replace Richarlison

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of Thomas Frank as their new boss and have now shifted their focus to bolstering his squad with new signings.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / June 16

Fabrizio Romano Drops Major Update on Man Utd’s Pursuit of Liverpool Target With PSG Sell-on Clause

On Monday, Romano provided an update on the Ekitiké transfer race as clubs mull over whether they want to pay the high transfer fee. “At the moment, there is still no club-to-club contact with Eintracht Frankfurt [and Manchester United],” Romano wrote in his CaughtOffside column.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 16

Fabrizio Romano names what Liverpool have ‘already’ done in evening update on Hugo Ekitike

Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Hugo Ekitike on Monday evening which is sure to intrigue Liverpool supporters. After Florian Plettenberg reported

Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / June 16

Should Tottenham be looking to sign Manchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho? – Opinion

Highly regarded Manchester United academy graduate Alejandro Garnacho has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford given that he has reportedly fallen

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / June 16

Thomas Frank urged to take 27-year-old defender with him to Tottenham; a shrewd deal on the cards?

Tottenham are anticipating a busy summer window following Thomas Frank’s appointment and are believed to have placed the signing of a new forward at the top of their agenda.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 16

Arsenal joins the list of clubs that wants former Manchester City star

Arsenal have been named as one of the clubs showing interest in bringing Aymeric Laporte back to European football. The experienced defender left Manchester City in 2023 to join Al Nassr, becoming part of a broader movement of high-profile players transferring to the Saudi Pro League.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / June 16

Report: Tottenham looking to reunite Thomas Frank with 'good leader' this summer

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Nathan Collins from Brentford, and they are hoping to reunite him with Thomas Frank. They have recently appointed the

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 16

‘I think he should…’ – Collymore issues transfer advice to Nunez amid Liverpool exit rumours

Stan Collymore has issued some words of advice to Darwin Nunez amid much speculation about the Liverpool forward’s future. As we exclusively reported on Empire of the Kop today, three primary contenders have emerged in the race to sign the Reds’ number 9 (AC Milan, Napoli, Al-Hilal), with the Uruguayan potentially up for sale this summer.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 16

FSG not done yet: Lewis Steele isn’t ruling out blockbuster Liverpool swoop for ‘prime cut’ striker

Lewis Steele isn’t yet ruling out the possibility of a second blockbuster transfer from Liverpool this summer, following the agreement of a record-breaking deal for Florian Wirtz.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 16

Tottenham eyeing 'investment opportunity for the future', join race for €60m Englishman

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing the Southampton attacker Tyler Dibling during the summer transfer window. Several Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on him, and a report from CaughtOffside claims that they view him as an “investment opportunity for the future”.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 16

Arsenal could decide to sign Premier League striker over their main targets

Arsenal have remained engaged in talks over the potential signing of either Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres in recent weeks. The club are determined to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season and is seeking a more reliable and consistent presence up front.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / June 16

How Manchester City line up against Wydad AC will be worth keeping an eye on

Manchester City will take on Moroccan side Wydad AC in their opening Group G fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup on Wednesday. Pep Guardiola’s side will be eager to begin the tournament with a victory.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 16

Xabi Alonso tells Real Madrid what he thinks about selling Arsenal target

As Xabi Alonso resumes his role as manager of Real Madrid, he is expected to assess the future of every player in the squad over the coming weeks. This process will be crucial in shaping the direction of the team under his leadership and will likely involve difficult decisions regarding both established stars and fringe players.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 16

Liverpool reporter reveals insultingly low fee at which Atletico Madrid hope to snap up Robertson

Over the weekend, Liverpool fans were rocked by reports that Andy Robertson is open to a move to Atletico Madrid this summer. Fabrizio Romano revealed

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / June 16

All indications are that a Manchester City midfielder will stay and have a key role to play next season

One player who seems set to stay at Manchester City and play a key role in City’s bid to return to the top of English football is Bernardo Silva. The Portuguese international is reportedly set to be a part of Manchester City’s captaincy group next season.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 16

Exclusive: ‘Outstanding’ Man United star set for unusual transfer after agreeing salary cut

Manchester United winger Antony is getting ever closer to sealing a permanent transfer to Real Betis, albeit on an unconventional formula. The Brazilian spent the second half of the campaign on loan at the Spanish club.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 16

Fabrizio Romano confirms INEOS keen to sign self-proclaimed Man Utd supporter, but face two hurdles

Manchester United have decided to launch an onslaught for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, but it won’t be an easy mission. The Red Devils are desperate to find a new competent centre-forward who can guarantee goals, but have been bouncing back and forth from one target to another without any luck.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 16

‘Unstoppable’ Man Utd ace prepared to take pay cut after learning of interest from two new PL & UCL clubs

Now that the transfer window has reopened for the summer, Manchester United are actively working to find a solution to Marcus Rashford’s situation. Despite overseeing a revived run of form during his loan with Aston Villa, the forward is expected to play no part in Ruben Amorim’s plans ahead of his first full campaign in the Old Trafford dugout.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / June 16

Chelsea still in for Jarrad Branthwaite as per two new updates but now face competition

Chelsea are reportedly still in for Everton centre back Jarrad Branthwaite according to two new updates today but they face competition. Blues boss Enzo Maresca has already given his thoughts about new signings Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, and Mamadou Sarr who all join his squad out in America for the Club World Cup this summer.