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4 days ago
Chelsea

Exclusive: Chelsea looking at new centre-backs as Thiago Silva heads home

Thiago Silva is leaving Chelsea to return to Fluminense, marking the end of a successful stint at Stamford Bridge and a return to where his career began. [ more ]
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2 days ago
Chelsea

Chelsea stalwart confirms next club after contract expiry

Thiago Silva to rejoin Fluminense after leaving Chelsea at the end of the season. [ more ]
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1 week ago
Chelsea

Chelsea injury news: Two key defenders ruled out of Tottenham clash

Chelsea faces injury setbacks with defenders Thiago Silva and Axel Disasi ruled out of the upcoming game against Tottenham Hotspur. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea likely to strengthen key position this summer as big name expected to leave

Chelsea likely to seek a new central defender due to Thiago Silva's expected departure.
Potential new look for Chelsea's back line with young defenders like Axel Disasi, Levi Colwill, and Benoit Badiashile. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Chelsea

Team of the Week: Two goal forwards Rasmus Hjlund and Ollie Watkins lead the line... find out who else makes the side

Kelleher impressed as Alisson's replacement with five key saves.
Manchester City dropped points, making Liverpool favorites to win the Premier League. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea plotting summer move for Leny Yoro

Chelsea are looking to sign 18-year-old defender Leny Yoro from Lille.
Yoro is seen as a long-term investment and potential replacement for Thiago Silva.
Working with Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea would accelerate Yoro's development. [ more ]
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Jeorge Bird's Arsenal Youth
3 weeks ago
Bayern Munich

Taylor Foran and Josh Robinson train with Arsenal first-team ahead of Bayern Munich game

Taylor Foran and Josh Robinson trained with Arsenal's first-team squad. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
English Premier League

Varane injury adds to Man Utd defensive crisis

Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans out of action due to injuries from a Premier League game at Chelsea.
Manchester United facing defensive challenges with multiple key defenders on the sidelines. [ more ]
Old Trafford Faithful
1 month ago
Chelsea

Erik ten Hag provides encouraging injury update on trio of Man United defenders - Old Trafford Faithful

Man United received a triple injury boost with Maguire, Varane, and Evans returning to training.
Manager Erik ten Hag emphasizes the importance of keeping key defenders fit for the rest of the season. [ more ]
Soccer News
1 month ago
Chelsea

Victor Lindelof and Lisandro Martinez ruled out for at least a month - Soccer News

Manchester United defenders Victor Lindelof and Lisandro Martinez sidelined for a month with muscle injuries.
Injuries have plagued Manchester United's season with multiple key players missing chunks of games. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Chelsea

Man Utd hit with fresh double centre-back injury blow

Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelof both out for 'at least a month' due to muscle injuries.
Injury concerns leave Harry Maguire as the only available senior central defender for Manchester United. [ more ]
Silver Screen and Roll
2 months ago
LA Lakers

Cam Reddish cleared for on-court work, aiming for return after All-Star break

Cam Reddish has been cleared for on-court progression and hopes to return after the All-Star break.
The Lakers could use Reddish's return due to their shortage of guards and lack of disruptive defenders. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Chelsea

Man Utd's centre-back transfer options - ranked

Man Utd is almost certain to sign a center-back this summer due to evident defensive weaknesses and uncertainties around current players.
Various defenders, including Jarrad Branthwaite, Matthijs de Ligt, and Ronald Araujo, are on Man Utd's radar as potential transfer targets. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool's dream transfer window end: World-class defender joins, while defensive midfielder is targeted for summer

Liverpool is in a strong position currently, but they still need to focus on the January transfer window to strengthen their team before Jurgen Klopp steps down as manager.
Liverpool is rumored to be targeting several defenders, including Piero Hincapie, Goncalo Inacio, Leny Yoro, and David Hancko as potential transfer targets. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea make Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande top centre-back target

Chelsea have identified Ousmane Diomande as their top defensive target for the summer transfer window.
Chelsea scouts have also looked at Jean-Clair Todibo, Marc Guehi, and Jarrad Branthwaite as potential defensive options. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Bayern Munich

Christoph Freund confirms Bayern Munich will navigate difficult January transfer window

Bayern Munich needs to make reinforcements in defense during the January transfer window
Bayern is concerned about the cost of João Palhinha as they focus on signing defenders [ more ]
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2 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool keen on 25-year-old La Liga defender

Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool are interested in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde.
Barcelona will prioritize selling Kounde in the summer to raise funds for signings. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Chelsea

21-year old Man United transfer target could be available in a cut-price deal

Real Madrid and Manchester United are interested in signing Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite
Branthwaite's availability and potential knockdown price make him an attractive target [ more ]
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3 months ago
Chelsea

Football transfer rumours: Christensen offered Premier League return; Real Madrid reject Varane reunion

Andreas Christensen has received offers to return to the Premier League
Several clubs declined to trigger the release clause of Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio [ more ]
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3 months ago
English Premier League

Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United target Willian Pacho will cost 60 million

Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United are interested in signing Bundesliga defender Willian Pacho.
The clubs have sent scouts to watch Pacho in action this season.
The defender is likely to cost around 60 million. [ more ]
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3 months ago
English Premier League

Man Utd keeping tabs on 23-year-old Frenchman who could replace first-team ace

Manchester United is interested in signing Sacha Boey as a replacement for Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
Boey would provide more attacking contributions and improve Manchester United's overall performance. [ more ]
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4 months ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool unlikely to move for Maxence Lacroix in January

Liverpool is not targeting Wolfsburg defender Maxence Lacroix in the January transfer window.
Joel Matip's injury has highlighted the need for Liverpool to sign a quality central defender. [ more ]
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Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Jerome Boateng speaks about his rejection from Bayern Munich

Jerome Boateng expresses gratitude towards Bayern Munich and says he would have played for the club if given the chance.
Bayern Munich was in need of a defender but the transfer did not happen due to controversy surrounding Boateng. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich eyeing SC Freiburg defender Kiliann Sildillia

Bayern Munich signed defenders Eric Dier and Sacha Boey during the winter transfer window.
They are currently monitoring SC Freiburg defender Kiliann Sildillia for a potential summer transfer. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 months ago
Chelsea

Sources: Spurs pip Bayern to Dragusin signing

Tottenham have signed Radu Drăgusin from Genoa, beating Bayern Munich to the deal.
The deal is worth around €25 million ($27.3m) plus €5m in add-ons, and includes Djed Spence joining Genoa on loan. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
3 months ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich offer Paris Saint-Germain's Nordi Mukiele a six-month loan deal with option to buy

Bayern Munich is narrowing down their list of defenders for the January transfer window.
Nordi Mukiele is one of the final four players Bayern Munich is interested in. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's Thomas Tuchel lauds Kim Min-jae and Dayot Upamecano for their improved performances

Bayern Munich conceded five goals to struggling team Frankfurt, raising questions about the performance of defenders Kim Min-jae and Dayot Upamecano.
After a solid defensive display and clean sheet against VFB Stuttgart, coach Tuchel praised Min-jae and Upamecano for their performance and reaction. [ more ]
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4 months ago
Chelsea

Romano Gives Verdict On Bayern Munich's Alleged Interest In Chelsea Star

Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is linked with a move to Bayern Munich, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano believes Chelsea has no plans to sell him.
Bayern Munich is reportedly looking to strengthen their defense in the winter transfer window. [ more ]
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Bavarian Football Works
5 months ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen both scouting Girona's Arnau Martinez

Bayern Munich is prioritizing the acquisition of defenders during the winter transfer window over a defensive midfielder.
One potential target for Bayern is Girona right back Arnau Martínez, who fits their current needs and can also play in midfield. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
5 months ago
Bayern Munich

Is Bayern Munich looking to La Liga title challengers Girona for a new defender?

Bayern Munich is searching for versatile defenders who can play as both CB and RB.
Arnau Martínez from Girona is rumored to be on Bayern Munich's radar as a potential target. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
5 months ago
Bayern Munich

Match awards from Bayern Munich's relieving 1-0 victory against FC Koln

Bayern Munich scraped a 1-0 win over FC Köln without using any substitutes.
Julian Chabot was a standout defender for FC Köln, making crucial blocks on the goal line. [ more ]
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4 days ago
Chelsea

Man United could offer Harry Maguire in a deal to sign Jarrad Branthwaite

Manchester United is considering signing Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite, possibly involving Harry Maguire in the deal for the young defender. [ more ]
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1 week ago
Chelsea

Team of the Week: Arsenal's table-topping duo Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz lead the line... find out who else makes the side

Key takeaway: Goalkeepers and defenders from various Premier League clubs are highlighted for their outstanding performances in recent matches. [ more ]
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1 week ago
Chelsea

Exclusive: Man Utd ready to open talks over potential 100m transfer of world class La Liga ace

Manchester United is considering a 100 million transfer move for Barcelona's Ronald Araujo, exploring options as key defenders might leave. [ more ]
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1 week ago
Chelsea

Man United line up potential 30million transfer to replace exit-bound defender

Manchester United eyes Jose Gimenez as potential Varane replacement. [ more ]
Old Trafford Faithful
2 months ago
Chelsea

Man United sent scouts to watch Leny Yoro in action over the weekend - Old Trafford Faithful

Manchester United considering new centre-half signing
Leny Yoro attracting attention in transfer market [ more ]
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3 months ago
Chelsea

FourFourTwo's daily transfer deal wrap-up: Manchester United target Bundesliga star but face still competition from Liverpool

Liverpool is interested in signing defender David Hancko as a potential replacement for their aging captain Virgil van Dijk.
Manchester United is looking to sign Borussia Monchengladbach centre-back Ko Itakura to bolster their defense.
West Ham is keen on signing Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips and Arsenal's Emile Smith Rowe on loan. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
English Premier League

Premier League: 5 Defenders With Most Goal Involvements Since 2017-18

Defenders in the English Premier League are increasingly involved in goals and assists, with players like Trippier and Digne excelling in attack. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
English Premier League

Man United sent scouts to watch Chelsea-linked 15m-rated ace last week

Manchester United is interested in signing 18-year-old defender Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors with a 15 million release clause. [ more ]
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1 month ago
English Premier League

Man United have made enquiries for 18-year-old South American prospect

Manchester United interested in young defenders like Aaron Anselmino, Mikayil Faye, and Jarrad Branthwaite.
Anselmino considered a quality long-term prospect and potential replacement for Jonny Evans at Manchester United. [ more ]
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2 months ago
English Premier League

Funds not an issue for Tottenham this summer as Postecoglou lines up move for 100m Premier League star

Tottenham are aiming to become a major player in the Premier League and have the funds to make signings this summer.
Jarrad Branthwaite, a defender for Everton, is a top target for Tottenham and they could challenge Manchester United for his signature. [ more ]
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2 months ago
English Premier League

Manchester United keeping in contact over a move for 100m-rated defender

Manchester United are interested in signing Benfica's Antonio Silva as a potential replacement for their current defenders.
The club is also monitoring Jarrad Branthwaite, Jean-Clair Todibo, and Lenny Yoro as potential defensive options. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
AC Milan

The best Italian defenders ever

Italian football is renowned for producing legendary defensive players.
FourFourTwo magazine compiled a list of the best Italian defenders, showcasing their impact on the game. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Chicago Bears

How Does the NFL's Increased Salary Cap Affect Chicago? Plus, NFL Scouting Combine Rumors

NFL Salary Cap increased by $13 million
Focus on Bears' QB options and defenders at NFL Scouting Combine [ more ]
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2 months ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool defender admits he could leave club in summer transfer window

Sepp van den Berg may leave Liverpool for more playing time.
Competition from established defenders like Van Dijk and Konate poses a challenge for van den Berg. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool defender admits he could leave in the summer

Sepp van den Berg hints at leaving Liverpool if playing time is limited
Competition at Liverpool's defense is tough with established defenders like Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool considering smart free transfer swoop as they start planning for life after Klopp

Liverpool eyes Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo as a potential signing for the summer.
Adarabioyo could be a like-for-like replacement for Joel Matip, who will be out of contract. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Arsenal

Exclusive: Arsenal duo "close" to new contracts as talks set to continue, says transfer expert

Arsenal defenders Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are expected to sign new contracts at the club.
Talks over these new deals are set to continue, with both players close to accepting the offers. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Arsenal

Arsenal have new transfer priority following Luton bombshell

Arsenal may have to rethink their January transfer plans due to an injury to Takehiro Tomiyasu.
They may consider signing Ousmane Diomande or Declan Rice as alternative options.
Arsenal's defensive options are limited with only five fit first team defenders. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Real Madrid

Real Madrid 5-3 Atletico Madrid: Whites Seal Late Supercopa Win

Real Madrid secured a 5-3 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana semi-final.
The game went into extra time after a 3-3 draw in regular time.
Defenders from both teams played a significant role in scoring goals during the match. [ more ]
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4 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea ace eyed as Bayern Munich transfer target in surprise deal

Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is reportedly a transfer target for Bayern Munich.
Disasi hasn't been convincing in a Chelsea shirt so far and the club may listen to offers for him. [ more ]
Old Trafford Faithful
5 months ago
Chelsea

Man United showing interest in signing Lille defensive duo - Old Trafford Faithful

Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Lille defenders Lenry Yoro and Tiago Santos in the January transfer window.
Both players have received positive scouting reports from Premier League clubs, with Yoro viewed slightly more favorably. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Chelsea

Chelsea boosted with latest injury news on key defensive pair

Chelsea defenders Levi Colwill and Malo Gusto are making progress in their recoveries from injuries.
Both players were back running on grass this week, which is a significant step in their recovery process.
Chelsea is hopeful that Christopher Nkunku could make his official debut before the end of the year. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Chelsea

Former Chelsea boss Mourinho set to raid his old club for defensive pair

Chelsea is expected to be active in the January transfer window.
Jose Mourinho is rumored to be interested in signing two out-of-favor Chelsea defenders for Roma. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Chelsea

The best defenders of the 90s

Successful teams are built on solid defenses comprised of excellent defenders.
The 90s saw the emergence of some legendary defenders who made a significant impact in the game. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Chelsea

The best defenders of the 00s

Successful teams are built on rock-solid defenses comprised of excellent defenders.
The article lists the finest defenders of the 00s, including Theodoros Zagorakis, Jonathan Woodgate, Lucio, and Lauren. [ more ]
Black & White & Read All Over
5 months ago
Juventus

Manu's Grab Bag: Rolling

Juventus defenders scored all the goals in their match against Cagliari, securing a win for the team.
Weston McKennie is experiencing a renaissance under Max Allegri's defensive system, showcasing his skills and versatility. [ more ]
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