Serie A

Leeds United right-back Rasmus Kristensen has been named the worst player in AS Roma’s history by the Italian media. The 26-year-old has really struggled since moving on loan from Leeds to Roma, and he’s now getting huge criticism for the way he’s playing. Kristensen didn’t make much of an impression at Leeds either, and this surely cements his fate. More …

Roma manager Jose Mourinho has discussed this season’s title race, ruling out two of his old clubs Chelsea and Manchester United, but also, somewhat more surprisingly, suggesting current league leaders Arsenal won’t be serious contenders. Speaking to his former player John Mikel Obi on The Obi One Podcast, Mourinho denied that it’s anything to do with his old rivalry with …

Jose Mourinho has been talking about his career with one of his former players and the Roma boss has opened up about his time at Man United.  The legendary coach won the Europa League, League Cup and Community Shield during his Old Trafford spell between 2016 and 2018 and it remains the most successful spell the Manchester club has had …

Victor Osimhen is closing in on a new Napoli contract. The prolific Nigerian’s current deal is set to expire in 18 months, and with speculation mounting that Chelsea are preparing to make a January approach, renewing their star striker’s terms has been a priority for the defending Serie A champions. And although the agreement has yet to be finalised, according …

In his exclusive column for CaughtOffside, former Liverpool attacker Stan Collymore discusses some of football’s biggest talking points, including Premier League managers’ behaviour towards referees, Jose Mourinho to Newcastle and Liverpool vs Man United.  Premier League managers need their wings clipped when it comes to referees I agree with Ange Postecoglou, I think we need to get back to respecting …

This article was originally published on Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing, a subscription service. If you would like to receive Fabrizio Romano’s exclusive articles via email ahead of publication on caughtoffside.com, please sign-up for the service here: thedailybriefing.io I wanted to start today by addressing some of the rumours about Erik ten Hag and a possible replacement being lined up by Manchester United, …

Crystal Palace have reportedly submitted a club-record £30m bid to bring Juventus winger Mathias Soule to the Premier League during the January transfer window.  The Italian giants’ financial difficulties may force them to sell some of their young players and the 20-year-old is one of the names on the list. The Argentine is currently on loan at Frosinone and has …

Paul Merson suggested that Alexander Isak looked lost when he came on for Newcastle United in their crucial Champions League clash with AC Milan on Wednesday night.  The Magpies needed to win the match to give themselves a chance of qualifying for the Last 16 but they failed to do so despite taking the lead, as Milan came from behind …

Fabrizio Romano has played down talk of Juventus being interested in a transfer deal for highly-rated young Arsenal midfielder Charlie Patino. The 20-year-old is currently on loan at Swansea City for the season, and it seems we can expect a final decision on the player’s future later in 2024, with nothing concrete happening now. Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his …

Arsenal and Chelsea have been informed of the price they would need to pay Napoli for the highly sought-after striker Victor Osimhen. The 24-year-old, who won the Serie A Golden Boot last season, is reportedly set to sign a new deal with Napoli. Osimhen has been a target for top European clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, but a potential move …