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Report: Chelsea set to battle Brighton for 25-year-old Serie A star

Chelsea are keeping a close eye on Lazio centre back Mario Gila with Brighton also interested according to reports. The Blues lost Levi Colwill to an ACL injury before the start of the season, and despite public pleas from Enzo Maresca for a new centre back his wishes weren’t granted.

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Szoboszlai admits exhaustion before scoring dramatic equaliser for Hungary

Dominik Szoboszlai produced another moment of brilliance on international duty, scoring a 91st-minute equaliser for Hungary against Portugal and later admitted he was “so tired” when he scored the goal.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 15

Italian giants ‘closely following’ Enzo Maresca’s matches in view to bring him in

A big Italian side are apparently ‘closely following’ Enzo Maresca’s matches in a view to bring him as their manager soon. Maresca obviously appears pretty settled at Chelsea right now and there are no rumours to suggest he is looking to leave nor is there anything to suggest that Chelsea are looking to move him on anytime soon.

Newcastle United News / Caught Offside / October 15

Newcastle United star has a release clause in his contract

A new report has raised eyebrows on Tyneside by claiming that a release clause exists in the contract of Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon. The Magpies famously added a £100 million release clause in Bruno Guimaraes’ last contract and according to iNews, Gordon has a similar contract in his contract which he signed last year.

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Manchester United News / Stretty News / October 15

United have confirmed interest in £30.2m Bundesliga star despite accepting mid-season deal may be ‘difficult’

Manchester United may be prepared to offer Jobe Bellingham an exit route away from his Borussia Dortmund woes in the January window. After conceding that a midfield signing wasn’t feasible in the final weeks of the summer, United put their pursuit of players on the back burner in anticipation of returning at a later date.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 15

Lee Carsley sends message to Enzo Maresca over 'creative' Chelsea star with 'good technique'

England under-21 boss Lee Carsley believes Chelsea youngster Tyrique George has the attributes to develop into a number nine. George scored the only goal of the game as England’s young lions beat their Andorra counter parts 1-0 on Monday.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 15

Pending new Chelsea player scores stunning strike on international duty this week

A pending new Chelsea player has scored a stunning striker for his national team on international break this week. It seems that Chelsea have quite a few up and coming stars right now, players who are difference makers, players who can become real maverick players.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / October 15

Sources: Tottenham target move for centre-back, €50 million can seal the deal

Tottenham Hotspur are considering a January move for Mario Gila, with the Lazio centre-back emerging as a serious candidate to reinforce Thomas Frank’s defense, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 15

Report: European club make forgotten Chelsea ace primary January target, set to open negotiations

Turkish club Besiktas want to sign forgotten Chelsea defender Axel Disasi in January according to reports. Disasi was available all summer after spending the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa, but despite interest from a number of clubs he ended up staying at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 15

‘If we can bring that deal forward’: United tipped to make January midfield signing – and not a stop-gap loan

Manchester United could well move for a permanent midfielder in the January window after conceding that the position needs strengthening. In recent years, the winter window has proven to be a quiet one for United, who instead look to make all of their mega-money signings in the summer – as is the case for a host of other clubs.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 15

Chelsea player will 'be one of' Gianfranco Zola, Eden Hazard, Juan Mata in the future

A current Chelsea player will apparently ‘be one of’ Gianfranco Zola, Eden Hazard, Juan Mata, in the very near future. That is the opinion of one former Chelsea player who has been speaking about the Blues man this week as we get towards the end of another international break.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / October 15

'Not guaranteed': Fabrizio Romano drops concerning Manchester United update on key player’s future

Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Casemiro’s future at Manchester United. Manchester United oversaw a huge squad overhaul in the summer, offloading several first team players in order to raise funds and reduce the wages.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / October 15

'Ridiculous' Chelsea player will have Stamford Bridge screaming for him every time he doesn’t start

The international break has been a drag, as ever, and we thank god there’s been a shining light out there to give us something to think about while we wait for Chelsea to return to action this weekend.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 15

Chelsea star compared to Hazard is actually 'closer to Neymar' and could be world class soon

We said it from the very day he debuted – there hasn’t been an attacking signing at Chelsea that fans are as excited about as Estevao Willian since Eden Hazard rocked up in 2012.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 14

'Disappearing' Chelsea star already at risk of being a flop after £50m move says ex-Arsenal man

The season is just a couple of months old, but already big sweeping judgements are coming down from above about who’s good and who’s no good. Pundit Alan Smith has come down hard one one Chelsea signing from the summer.

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Aston Villa News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

‘Good news’ for Thomas Frank as Tottenham star closes in on return from ‘painful’ injury

Tottenham Hotspur’s striker depth has been severely tested in the opening months of the new campaign. Dominic Solanke has barely played this season due to a persistent ankle issue.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 14

Key takeaways from USMNT's hard-fought win over Australia in Colorado

The USMNT is now unbeaten in three games against top-tier opponents after beating Japan 2-0 in September and drawing 1-1 with Ecuador earlier this month.

The 'FIFA Club World Cup champions' quiz

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 14

Man City to challenge Arsenal for German international

Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown is the latest player to make his debut for Germany during the World Cup qualifiers, and he is reportedly on Arsenal’s radar, as cited by Bild.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Caught Offside / October 14

1 goal, 1 assist: Liverpool star shows Slot is using him in wrong position with superb international performance

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has been a bit unlucky to find himself playing a few games as a makeshift right-back so far this season. The Hungary international has shown plenty of quality in midfield or attacking midfield throughout his career, including in his first two seasons at Liverpool.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

'Look at other players'- Reliable journo reveals Tottenham’s stance on landing Saudi Pro League star

Tottenham’s brilliant start to the season under Thomas Frank has helped mask some of the underlying issues within the squad. Despite their strong performances, it is becoming increasingly clear that the Lilywhites are in desperate need of a new centre-forward if they are to compete seriously on all four fronts this campaign.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 14

From Arteta to Fabregas: 10 Best Gunners who swapped the pitch for the dugout

With Jack Wilshere poised to become a manager for the first time this week, it is only fitting we look at how other Gunners have fared. Plus, it is the international break and I like a list.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / October 14

Tottenham leaving no stone unturned to get first XI ace ready to face Aston Villa

Tottenham are enjoying a brilliant start to the new campaign under Thomas Frank this season. The Lilywhites are flying high in the Premier League and see themselves sitting third on the league table, just two points behind league leaders Arsenal.

Crystal Palace News / We All Follow United / October 14

Premier League rivals keen to tie down Manchester United target; new contract in the offing

Manchester United have often been on the run for young midfielders who have been calm on the ball, along with their vision to influence matches. Of late, they have shortlisted one such player, and he is none other than Crystal Palace midfielder, Adam Wharton.

Liverpool FC News / Yardbarker / October 14

Germany coach stands by Liverpool star despite early season dip

His early months in Merseyside have been marked by frustration and growing scrutiny.

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Bournemouth AFC News / Yardbarker / October 14

Europe’s elite circling as key detail emerges in Bournemouth star’s future

His rise from a promising Championship prospect to one of the Premier League’s most explosive forwards has not gone unnoticed, and a new detail in his Bournemouth contract could soon make him one of Europe’s most sought-after players.

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / October 14

Spain Forward Mikel Oyarzabal: A Success Story of a Rare One-Club Man

Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal was an asset that helped La Roja win the Spain vs Georgia match 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier at Elche on Saturday, October 11.