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Talks this week: Chelsea working to beat London rivals to potential €50m transfer

Chelsea have reportedly made a flurry of enquiries this week over a potential transfer move for Sporting Lisbon central defender Ousmane Diomande. The talented young Ivory Coast international is also being linked as a target for Crystal Palace, but Chelsea could hijack their move, according to TEAMtalk.

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'I see them as' – Scott Parker gives opinion on Chelsea and praises 'outstanding' Blues man

Burnley boss Scott Parker has hailed Enzo Maresca as an “outstanding” coach, and believes Chelsea are a team full of top class players. The Blue travel to Turf Moor on Saturday lunchtime looking to make it three Premier League wins in a row, in what is the first of three huge games in eight days.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

Todd Boehly hits back at critics as he defends Chelsea star with eight word statement

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has defended Robert Sancehz as he hit back at suggestions the Blues need to sign a new goalkeeper. Sanchez joined Chelsea from Brighton in 2023 after losing his place in the team, but his arrival at Chelsea wasn’t met with much excitement.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / November 21

Ferdinand stunned as Mane finally lifts lid on what really went on with Salah

Sadio Mane has spoken openly about Mo Salah, this time going deeper than ever into the Burnley flashpoint that dominated headlines in 2019. The former Southampton winger was asked on Rio Ferdinand Presents whether he felt a real rivalry with our No.11.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

Exclusive links Leeds United as club who could save forgotten Chelsea man this winter

An exclusive report is linking Leeds United as a club who could save a forgotten Chelsea player this winter. As we approach the January transfer window now, there is plenty of transfer talk starting up and being spoken about.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / November 21

One Tottenham winter target would have to sacrifice £14M to complete his move

Tottenham, Everton, and even West Ham are all interested in signing Ivan Toney should he return to the Premier League. Toney, the 29-year-old England international striker, is generating significant buzz around a possible return to the Premier League in the January 2026 transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

'I would go with' – Paul Merson names player he’d start as he makes Burnley vs Chelsea prediction

Chelsea are back in action against Burnley this weekend and former Premier League footballer Paul Merson has given his prediction. The Blues travel to Turf Moor on Saturday lunchtime for the first of three big games in the space of eight days, with Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, and Arsenal next Sunday.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

Sources say Chelsea are looking to hijack Crystal Palace’s move to sign centre back

Sources are apparently saying that Chelsea are looking to hijack Crystal Palace’s move to sign a centre back this January. This is one of those transfer stories that could involve some dominoes, with situations sparking up all over the Premier League.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

Report: Chelsea’s Filip Jorgensen stance revealed with player keen for January exit

Chelsea would prefer to keep goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen in January because they know it might be tough to find a replacement according to reports. It’s been reported Jorgensen is considering leaving in January in order for more regular game time with the World Cup coming up next summer.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / November 21

'Difficult one' – Chelsea player unhappy with recent decision made by the club

A Chelsea player has been left unhappy with a decision that has been made by the club recently and says it’s a difficult one. There are often situations in football that become very complicated.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / November 21

Man United decide to offload a player who’s ‘invaluable’ for Amorim – His replacement has been chosen

Manchester United are ready to ring the changes in the middle of the park, as they look to replace Casemiro with Elliot Anderson. After revamping the attack last summer, the midfield department is expected to take centre stage in 2026.

Nottingham Forest News / Caught Offside / November 21

Liverpool rival Man Utd & Chelsea for £100m transfer of 'phenomenal' midfield maestro

Liverpool are the latest club being linked with an interest in signing Nottingham Forest central midfielder Elliot Anderson. The England international

Soccer News / Yardbarker / November 20

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 20

Tottenham left reeling as La Liga star slam January transfer door

Tottenham Hotspur have started scouring the market for reinforcements ahead of the January transfer window. Spurs’ problems of creating and scoring goals have been well documented in the opening months of the 2025/26 season, especially at home.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 20

Manchester United ready to make a renewed push for Real Madrid star

Manchester United enter this transfer discussion with clear intent, and reports from Spanish news outlet Fichajes suggest they are trying to pull Aurelien Tchouameni away from Real Madrid.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / November 20

Report: Liverpool ready to sell 'outstanding' player for a knockdown fee in January

Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa on loan during the summer transfer window. However, the 22-year-old has not been able to hold down a regular starting spot for them.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / November 20

Eberechi Eze reveals the most difficult opponent he has faced

Eberechi Eze joined Arsenal this season, marking a new chapter in his career, though he has been competing in the Premier League since 2020. Over the past few years, the attacker has faced some of the finest talents in English football, providing him with invaluable experience ahead of his time at the Emirates.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / November 20

Manchester United eyeing 23-year-old Bundesliga winger; negotiations yet to begin

Manchester United have reportedly stepped up their efforts to reinforce Ruben Amorim’s front line, with transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reporting through GIVEMESPORT that the club is exploring the market for a forward capable of operating across multiple attacking roles.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 20

Tottenham prepared to sanction January loan for AS Roma target

Mathys Tel has not had an easy start to life at Tottenham Hotspur after arriving at the club with a big reputation from Bayern Munich. Regardless of him blowing more cold than hot during his initial loan spell, Spurs decided to sign the youngster permanently from Bayern Munich with an eye for the future.