Caught Off-Side Publication (English Premier League Soccer)

 

 Premier League website: https://www.premierleague.com/

 

Latest News & Results

 

Newcastle United defender not happy with Eddie Howe wants to leave the club

Newcastle United defender not happy with Eddie Howe wants to leave the club

21/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155718

Newcastle United could lose one of the players they signed in the summer transfer window last year.

The Magpies have been impressive this season and they have managed to turn around their season.

They are currently fifth in the Premier League and have been on an amazing recent run, apart from their latest defeat against Bournemouth at St James’ Park.

With every thing going well at the club, a new issue has become a cause of concern for manager Eddie Howe.

Defender Lloyd Kelly wants to leave the club after not getting enough playing opportunities this season, according to TBR Football.

The defender is way below in the pecking order at the club, with Dan Burn, Fabian Schar and Sven Botman all ahead of him.

The 26-year-old defender has only managed to make four starts in the Premier League this season, which is way below than what he had imagined when he joined the club in the summer.

Newcastle United can make profit with the sale of Lloyd Kelly

Newcastle United are open to the sale of defender Lloyd Kelly
Newcastle United are open to the sale of defender Lloyd Kelly. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce side are interested in signing the defender but the Magpies are reluctant to sanction a deal.

Journalist Graeme Bailey has reported for TBR Football that the defender has made up his mind to part ways with the club and make a move in the January transfer window.

Juventus have shown interest in signing the defender and they made their move as well, which was swiftly rejected by Newcastle United.

Newcastle would love to keep the defender at the club but the report has mentioned that they are now open to the idea of selling him this month but only for at least £25m.

It would be an ideal scenario for them if they can manage to sell him for that amount considering the defender arrived at the club in a free transfer last year.

It would give the club’s finances a major boost and help them to stay in line with the Profit and Sustainability Rules.

Newcastle are monitoring Manchester City’s James McAtee who could provide the club the creative depth that they need.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

The post Newcastle United defender not happy with Eddie Howe wants to leave the club appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/newcastle-united-defender-howe/
Deal agreed: Chelsea set to sign €20million wonderkid

Deal agreed: Chelsea set to sign €20million wonderkid

21/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155719

Chelsea are reportedly set to sign Strasbourg defender Mamadou Sarr in a deal worth around €20million, with the player agreeing to the move.

The talented 19-year-old looks like an outstanding prospect and should end up being a good investment by the Blues if he continues to develop at his current rate.

Sarr previously came up through Lyon’s academy, but has started to play more regularly at Strasbourg this season, with Chelsea using their connections with the Ligue 1 club to get a deal done for next season.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

See below for all the details on this move from both Fabrice Hawkins and Fabrizio Romano…

Sarr may only be young, but he’s already shown tremendous potential and it’s easy to see him becoming part of Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea first-team straight away.

Defence is perhaps an area this current CFC side could improve in, with some doubts over the likes of Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile, while Wesley Fofana has had major problems with injuries during his time at Stamford Bridge.

Mamadou Sarr looks like another smart investment in Chelsea’s future

Mamadou Sarr in action for Strasbourg
Mamadou Sarr in action for Strasbourg (PanoramiC / IMAGO / PsnewZ)

Chelsea are doing a fine job recruiting some of the top young talents in the game, and Sarr should be another who could go on to do great things at Stamford Bridge.

And even if not, there’s a decent chance the west London giants could at least sell him for a considerable profit later on in his career.

Chelsea have mostly put together a pretty good squad, even if some of their young players haven’t quite worked out, such as Mykhailo Mudryk, Romeo Lavia, Cesare Casadei and Renato Veiga.

It remains to be seen what kind of fate awaits Sarr, but fans will surely be excited for now about this big prospect joining their club for what looks potentially like a bargain fee.

The post Deal agreed: Chelsea set to sign €20million wonderkid appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/chelsea-transfer-news-mamadou-sarr/
“Everyone is very nervous and very worried” – Arsenal legend makes hugely concerning claim

“Everyone is very nervous and very worried” – Arsenal legend makes hugely concerning claim

21/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155720

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has made a rather worrying claim about the mood inside the Emirates Stadium right now.

The Gunners are going through a bit of a rough patch of form at the moment, having recently lost 2-0 at home to Newcastle United in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, before then being beaten on penalties by Manchester United to exit the FA Cup a few days later.

Arsenal bounced back with a win over Tottenham in the North London Derby, but they then let a 2-0 lead slip to draw 2-2 at home to Aston Villa over the weekend.

Wright has admitted the mood inside the club is very nervous at the moment, and he’s concerned about what effect that could have.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

Arsenal came so close to winning the Premier League title last season, and if they miss out again this year it might start to feel like the opportunity to make the most of this golden period will have passed.

Ian Wright on worrying Arsenal situation

Declan Rice in action for Arsenal against Aston Villa
Declan Rice in action for Arsenal against Aston Villa (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal fans will be concerned by the unconvincing performances on the pitch at the moment, and Wright has suggested things aren’t entirely well off the field either.

Speaking on his podcast, Wright said: “I feel very nervous unfortunately because the energy around the club. Everyone is very nervous and very worried.

“I think that stems from the pressure we put on ourselves at the start of the season. As soon as a few games didn’t go right people were saying it’s over.

“I feel like we’re in that kind of mode. Everyone goes straight to the negativity but we have to back what this manager is trying to do and back the lads.

“We’ve got 17 games left. Are we honestly supposed to believe Liverpool are going to win all their games?

“I think Jamie Carragher said we needed to win 15 of our remaining games, we couldn’t afford to lose two games, now we can’t even afford to lose one.

“Why do they ramp up all the s*** about Arsenal all the time? And then the Arsenal fans just lap it all up.”

The post “Everyone is very nervous and very worried” – Arsenal legend makes hugely concerning claim appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/arsenal-ian-wright/
Unai Emery confirms Aston Villa star is set to follow Diego Carlos out of the club

Unai Emery confirms Aston Villa star is set to follow Diego Carlos out of the club

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155721

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has hinted that one of the bit part players in the squad will be allowed to leave the club this month.

Villa have been active with their incomings and outgoings in the recent transfer windows.

Defender Diego Carlos is heading out of the club with Fenerbahce being mentioned as his next destination in the media.

He is now set to be joined by midfielder Emi Buendia who has failed to start in the Premier League this season.

The Argentine attacking midfielder spent the whole of last season out with a serious knee injury but after recovering from it, his place in the starting line up is not certain.

Emery has used him as a bit part player this season and the player has grown frustrated with his playing time at the club.

The midfielder has only got one year left on his contract at the club and his long term future lies away from the Premier League side.

The competition for places in the starting line up has increased with time, with Morgan Rogers impressing this season and Donyell Malen arriving at the club this month.

Emery has claimed that the midfielder could be allowed to leave the club for more playing time elsewhere.

He said, as reported by Express and Star:

“He (Buendia) had last year a long injury but he started this year progressively getting better… maybe he can have the possibility to leave. For him, it could be something where he can play more, get more minutes, get confidence again and being comfortable playing again in the starting XI. Of course, now he is helping us and I am happy with his attitude.”

Aston Villa squad could go through some big changes

Aston Villa midfielder Emi Buendia could be allowed to leave the club
Aston Villa midfielder Emi Buendia could be allowed to leave the club. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

The former Norwich star joined the club in a promising move when Aston Villa managed to beat Arsenal for his signature.

However, fitness issue have played their part in the player not performing well for Emery’s side.

With just under two weeks left in the transfer window to shut down, Villa will be looking to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season.

Carney Chukwuemeka could make a return to the club after struggling to perform at Chelsea while goal scoring winger Taisei Miyashiro is another player on the radar of the club.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

The post Unai Emery confirms Aston Villa star is set to follow Diego Carlos out of the club appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/unai-emery-aston-villa-star-out/
Man United make verbal offer of €70 million for striker described as “fantastic player”

Man United make verbal offer of €70 million for striker described as “fantastic player”

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155538

Manchester United are reportedly interested in a move for Napoli attacker Victor Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray.

The Red Devils have struggled in front of goal this season and their latest defeat against Brighton at Old Trafford further proved that point.

The Red Devils have only scored 27 goals in 22 Premier League matches this season and both their strikers; Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, have failed to make a huge impact this season.

Hojlund has only managed to score two Premier League goals in 17 appearances this season while Zirkzee, who was signed in the summer transfer window last year, has managed three goals in the league this season in 22 appearances.

A new attacker is needed at the club and that is why they have made a verbal offer to sign Osimhen, according to Turkish journalist Kağan Dursun.

As per the report, Napoli officials recently tried to secure Osimhen’s commitment to the club but the attacker has made it clear that he wants to leave the Italian club permanently.

That has encouraged Man United to make a move for the Nigeria international, who has shown his quality in front of goal over the years, helping the Italian side win the Serie A title as well.

Osimhen, who has been described as a fantastic player by Jose Mourinho, has the attacking quality and finishing ability that Man United need.

Man United should not waste any time in signing Victor Osimhen

Man United make Victor Osimhen their primary transfer target
Man United make Victor Osimhen their primary transfer target. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

He is good enough to become the leader of their attack and provide them with the experience they need in crucial situations.

While Hojlund and Zirkzee have only shown flashes of their talent at Old Trafford, Osimhen is a finished product who can straight away become a part of Ruben Amorim’s side and contribute goals to the team.

The player has an exit clause in his contract which would allow him to join a new club in the January transfer window. The clause is not limited to any team or league, making it easier for Amorim’s side to sign the attacker.

United should not waste any time in trying to sign the attacker who can completely transform their team.

New attacking talent is the need of the hour at United since Antony is close to sealing his exit from the club while Alejandro Garnacho has also been linked with a move to Premier League rivals Chelsea.

 

The post Man United make verbal offer of €70 million for striker described as “fantastic player” appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/man-united-verbal-offer-striker/
Exclusive: Tottenham considering defender targets, including surprise Chelsea star

Exclusive: Tottenham considering defender targets, including surprise Chelsea star

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155539

Tottenham are in the market for defenders to help cover their numerous injuries in that position this season, sources have told CaughtOffside.

Spurs are enduring a bit of a nightmarish season so far, with Ange Postecoglou missing numerous key players, most notably Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, for lengthy periods.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

Tottenham could now look to fix this before the end of January, with one surprise name in the form of Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo being considered by the north Londoners, CaughtOffside understands.

Chelsea only signed Adarabioyo in the summer, but he’s not quite managed to establish himself as a regular yet, so it may be that the Blues would let him go quickly if the deal was right.

Still, Spurs are also looking at other market opportunities, such as out-of-favour Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Milan Skriniar and AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori.

Who should Tottenham sign in defence?

Milan Skriniar in action for PSG
Milan Skriniar in action for PSG (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)

Adarabioyo certainly looks like he could be a good option for Tottenham, as he impressed a lot for Fulham last season before leaving on a free transfer.

If given the chance to play regularly, the 27-year-old could show himself to be a top performer in the Premier League, though Chelsea surely won’t want to strengthen a rival.

Skriniar, meanwhile, brings plenty of experience, even if he’s had a difficult spell at PSG and is yet to ever test himself in English football.

Tomori also looks like he could be a smart signing for Spurs after reviving his career in Italy in recent years.

The England international previously struggled for playing time at Chelsea, but he now looks much-improved after his spell in Serie A, and he might find a move to THFC suits him as he could work his way into the England squad again if he returns to the Premier League.

The post Exclusive: Tottenham considering defender targets, including surprise Chelsea star appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/tottenham-defender-transfer/
Formal talks prepared: Man United set to work on €40m move for Chelsea transfer target

Formal talks prepared: Man United set to work on €40m move for Chelsea transfer target

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155540

Manchester United are reportedly set for formal talks to seal the transfer of Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu, who has also been eyed up by Chelsea.

Dorgu has impressed in Serie A and looks like exactly the kind of top young talent Man Utd need to be adding to their squad, with Ruben Amorim in need of a new left wing-back.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

The new Red Devils manager likes to play a 3-4-3 formation, but Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia aren’t ideal for a wing-back role, meaning Diogo Dalot has had to fill in out of position on that side.

Now see below for today’s updates on Dorgu from David Ornstein and Fabrizio Romano…

It seems United would have to pay Lecce around €40m for the Denmark international, which looks like it will surely end up being smart business.

The 20-year-old is a big prospect who can surely continue improving in the years to come, and Amorim could be the ideal manager to help take him to the next level.

Patrick Dorgu transfer: Man United target was also wanted by other top clubs

Dorgu perhaps unsurprisingly also had interest from elsewhere, with Chelsea already mentioned, while Liverpool and Tottenham have also been monitoring his progress.

In truth, it looks like a bit of a gamble choosing United right now, but Romano says that the young defender is 100% keen on the move to Old Trafford.

Patrick Dorgu of Lecce
Patrick Dorgu of Lecce (Photo by Enrico Locci/Getty Images)

Chelsea would perhaps be a better project, though at the same time there would probably be more competition for places there.

Going to United should ensure that Dorgu can play regularly, but it remains to be seen if he’ll be able to fulfil his potential at such a chaotic club that continues to struggle badly on and off the pitch.

This is not the MUFC of old, but then again they’ll need signings like this to get back to their best, so Dorgu could help get the Amorim project off the ground.

The post Formal talks prepared: Man United set to work on €40m move for Chelsea transfer target appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/manchester-united-patrick-dorgu-transfer/
Report: Man United move ahead of Man City to sign 22-year-old top target

Report: Man United move ahead of Man City to sign 22-year-old top target

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155541

Manchester United desperately need new signings at the club considering their recent performances.

They have been one of the most inconsistent teams in the Premier League this season and in their latest defeat against Brighton at Old Trafford, they were completely outplayed.

It was a result that showed once again that they need more quality and depth in their squad.

The arrival of manager Ruben Amorim has shown some signs of improvement with impressive recent results against Manchester City and Liverpool in the Premier League and against Arsenal in the FA Cup.

However, it has only acted as paper over the cracks, showing that their squad is nowhere near good enough to compete in the league.

The one position that they are ready to strengthen on a priority basis is the left-back position.

Luke Shaw has been injured for a long time while Tyrell Malacia has been out of form since coming back from his injury.

According to Football Insider, Man United are targeting a move for Paris Saint-Germain left-back Nuno Mendes and they are leading the race against Manchester City to sign the Portugal international.

Mendes is a talented full-back who also contributes to the team in the attacking third.

The left-back has played before under Amorim at Sporting Lisbon and the Man United boss knows the player well.

A report from L’Equipe has recently claimed the defender could sign a new deal at PSG and could extend his stay at the club.

Man United face competition to sign Nuno Mendes

Nuno Mendes is linked with a move to Man United
Nuno Mendes is linked with a move to Man United. (Photo by Catherine Steenkeste/Getty Images for Qatar Airways)

United would be hoping that the defender could jump the ship soon and join them at Old Trafford.

A move in the January transfer window to Man United is highly unlikely and the two Manchester clubs are expected to fight for his signature in the summer transfer window.

Even Manchester City are desperate for a new-left back after using centre-backs in that position.

Josko Gvardiol, Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji have all been used in that position but they are all centre-backs and Pep Guardiola need a natural left-back who can solve his team’s problems in that position.

In terms of transfers related to Man United, Antony is soon heading out of the club to join La Liga side Real Betis in a loan move.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

The post Report: Man United move ahead of Man City to sign 22-year-old top target appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/report-man-united-ahead-man-city/
“Formal enquiry” – Chelsea make move to ask about player Liverpool have also monitored

“Formal enquiry” – Chelsea make move to ask about player Liverpool have also monitored

20/01/2025, England, Soccer, English Premier League Soccer, Article # 32155542

Chelsea have reportedly made a formal enquiry about the transfer of Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, who has also been scouted by Liverpool.

The talented 20-year-old is an exciting prospect and it makes sense that big clubs are interested in him, with Chelsea perhaps showing the strongest interest so far, according to Fabrizio Romano.

“Talks over a move have progressed well and there is confidence that the deal will happen” – which big name is closing in on joining Arsenal?

See below as the journalist has posted on X about Gittens’ future, mentioning Chelsea’s enquiry about the England Under-21 international, while Liverpool are also named as one of his admirers…

Gittens has a total of 14 goal and assist contributions so far this season, and it’s clear he could be an important upgrade on some of Chelsea’s current options in that position.

Time for Jamie Gittens to replace Chelsea’s inconsistent attackers?

Chelsea invested a lot in some big names in the summer, bringing in Pedro Neto, Jadon Sancho and Joao Felix.

Jamie Gittens of Borussia Dortmund
Jamie Gittens of Borussia Dortmund (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Enzo Maresca might well feel, however, that his summer signings haven’t been that consistent so far, with Sancho probably the most impressive overall.

Still, there is surely room for improvement, with Chelsea often overly reliant on Cole Palmer to give them that spark in attack.

Elsewhere, the likes of Noni Madueke and Mykhailo Mudryk haven’t been particularly impressive for the west London giants, and Raheem Sterling, currently out on loan at Arsenal, surely has no future at Stamford Bridge.

Gittens looks ideal to help take Chelsea up a level, though some fans might also think it’s worth sticking with the likes of Palmer, Sancho and Neto for a bit longer, and instead investing in a centre-forward.

Nicolas Jackson has had some good moments for CFC, but he’s arguably the weak link in their attack at the moment, so it’s not clear Gittens would necessarily have that noticeable an impact.

Liverpool also have a lot of attacking options, so it remains to be seen if Gittens makes sense as a priority when he’d be up against the likes of Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo for a place in the team.

Mohamed Salah is nearing the end of his contract, though, so Gittens could be a good long-term replacement for the Egypt international if he leaves.

The post “Formal enquiry” – Chelsea make move to ask about player Liverpool have also monitored appeared first on CaughtOffside.



https://www.caughtoffside.com/2025/01/20/jamie-gittens-transfer-chelsea-liverpool/
loading