He has become the driving force for Arsenal under Mikel Arteta, but the Gunners are now going to have to do with captain, Martin Odegaard, for at least 11 games. The Norwegian picked up an injury during the Nations League game against Austria, and it immediately brings to mind whether having international breaks so close to the start of a …

According to talkSPORT, forgotten Mag Isaac Hayden was one of the British-born players that Jamaica boss Steve McClaren wanted to take a look at ahead of the 2026 World Cup – but a lack of game time could scupper his call-up hopes. Chief reporter Alex Crook reveals that Hayden’s failure to land a summer loan move could prove costly, as …

Arsenal and Manchester United both had scouts present to watch Borussia Dortmund against Club Brugge in the Champions League last night, with English youngster Jamie Gittens undoubtedly stealing the show. The 20-year-old, who previously also had spells in the academies of Chelsea and Manchester City, is starting to make a name for himself at Dortmund, and he will surely have …

Arsenal could lose one of their players in the January transfer window with a possible move to Serie A being reported. According to The Sun, Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is attracting interest from three Serie A clubs and the player is keen on a move away from the Emirates Stadium. The Japan international is being chased by Inter Milan, Napoli …

It’s time for the game’s governing bodies, UEFA and FIFA, to sit up and take notice of their members, after Real Madrid stalwart, Dani Carvajal, became the latest to add his voice to a growing number of players suggesting that a strike is the only way forward to ensure their health and safety. CaughtOffside columnist and transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, …

Fabrizio Romano has admitted he expects players and footballing institutions will talk again about the possibility of players going on strike if there aren’t changes made to the footballing schedule. Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been among the big names to speak in recent times about the fact that players are concerned about how many games there are now, with …

Juventus dominated the 2010s winning nine straight league titles. However, this decade has proved more difficult and the Bianconeri are determined to reclaim the top spot in Serie A. The most successful club in Italy faces a tough battle against other heavyweights including Milan and Inter to finish first. What’s more, Juventus will also be competing in a new-look Champions …

With the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) always now in mind for clubs during the transfer window periods, the likes of Newcastle and Tottenham need to be studious when it comes to the buying and selling of players. It appears that the days of largesse are long gone, and when one considers that the Magpies are arguably the …

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has been linked with Real Madrid, and Fabrizio Romano has spoken exclusively to CaughtOffside to respond to the transfer rumours. The Argentina international has been a key performer for Spurs in recent times, so it’s perhaps not too surprising to see some speculation over his future, though Romano has played these stories down in his latest …

In a rather surprise development, journalist Graeme Bailey via TBR Football, reports that Premier League big-spenders Chelsea are considering making a play for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde in the January transfer window. The 25-year-old has been in top form this season under Hansi Flick and it appears that Chelsea, who have been long-time admirers of the Frenchman, are weighing up …