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Carrick has 17 games to convince Man United and the first two are daunting

Michael Carrick’s start at Manchester United could not be more daunting

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Troy Deeney claims Chelsea 'can't be serious' about being in Champions League with 28-year-old star in line-up after EFL Cup loss Pundit Troy Deeney has hit out at Chelsea for their perceived lack of ambition in keeping Robert Sanchez as their first-choice goalkeeper.

6 HOURS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Cole Palmer has 'minor' thigh strain in latest blow in injury-blighted season

Cole Palmer’s injury-blighted season has been interrupted again because of a minor thigh strain

13 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Chelsea open transfer talks with AFCON star who stunned Man City in Champions League

Chelsea have reportedly made inquiries regarding a potential transfer move for Feyenoord star Anis Hadj Moussa. The 23-year-old made a big i...

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Chelsea open transfer talks with AFCON star who stunned Man City in Champions League

Arsenal feasts on Sanchez mistakes to set up 3-2 win over Chelsea in League Cup semifinals

Arsenal has scored two goals off errors by goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to set up a 3-2 win at Chelsea in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinals

15 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Cole Palmer - Hopeful to play Saturday Palmer will aim to return Saturday against Brentford after missing the latest cup action, with coach Liam Rosenior saying "Cole, yes. This game came too early for him. Hopefully, h...

Impact Palmer was apparently absent from training due to a slight injury, despite which he might be able to play in league action. However, he could have his playing time managed either in the game against Brentford or in subsequent fixtures, with a Champions League matchup coming next week. Palmer has played in both No. 10 and right-wing spots lately, producing two goals over his last six EPL starts. Assuming he'll return in a central spot, it could lead to Enzo Fernandez moving back to defensive midfield and Andrey Santos to the bench.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dario Essugo - Unused substitute in EFL semifinal Essugo was an unused bench option during the midweek EFL Cup loss to Arsenal.

Impact Essugo has already overcome his thigh issues but remains without a single appearance in the entire 2025/26 campaign. He could be a central midfield asset, possibly offering some defensive value for the rest of the season. However, he's unlikely to find a consistent role on a squad that also includes Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Andrey Santos.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Reece James - Sidelined with hip injury James is not an option for Wednesday's EFL Cup meeting with Arsenal because of a knock to the hip, Kieran Gill of the Daily Mail reports.

Impact James was expected to be held out as a precaution, though it seems he'll remain questionable for the next league clash against Brentford, with his return depending on the severity of the blow. He has made only one start since Dec. 27 and was deployed as a holding midfielder on that occasion, so Andrey Santos may get increased opportunities as an alternative to Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez until James is fully fit.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Liam Delap - Dealing with illness Delap suffered an illness which prevented him from playing in the midweek EFL Cup derby against Arsenal, Bobby Vincent of Mirror Sport reports.

Impact Delap could now be limited in league action if he continues to struggle with the issue after recording 139 minutes of play so far across all competitions in January. Marc Guiu will get the nod up front with Delap missing the midweek game, although Joao Pedro could move back to a center-forward role for upcoming contests.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jamie Gittens - Misses cup game through illness Gittens was left out of Wednesday's EFL Cup clash with Arsenal due to illness, Bobby Vincent of Mirror Sport reports.

Impact Gittens played 66 minutes in last weekend's FA Cup matchup but suffered the ailment at some point during the week. The attacker has played a limited role this season but is an occasional starter on either wing. All of Pedro Neto, Alejandro Garnacho and Estevao will likely be active on the flanks if Gittens is ruled out of subsequent games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cole Palmer - Won't be risked Palmer will not be risked if he is not fully fit to play at this stage of the season, coach Liam Rosenior told the media. "I had a really good in-depth conversation with Cole [on M...

Impact Palmer is likely to see some rest in the coming fixtures, since Chelsea will play eight games in four weeks and both the medical staff and new coach Liam Rosenior do not want to risk their best offensive player if he is not fully fit to feature. If Palmer is rested in some games or starts on the bench for the Blues, Enzo Fernandez is likely to play in a more offensive role.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

'It was painful!' - Mikel Arteta wants Carabao Cup success to avenge Arsenal's previous trophy failures ahead of Chelsea semi-final

Mikel Arteta says he's gunning for glory in the Carabao Cup to make up for previous failures during his time at Arsenal. The Gunners take on...

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'It was painful!' - Mikel Arteta wants Carabao Cup success to avenge Arsenal's previous trophy failures ahead of Chelsea semi-final

Champions League winner PSG's $168M payment tops UEFA prize money list for last season

Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain topped the UEFA prize money table getting $168 million last season

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Tottenham 'Hijack' Premier League Rivals for Ex-Chelsea Star Manchester United were also linked with this La Liga midfielder.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Sorry, Ole! Michael Carrick is the right choice for Man Utd interim job rather than Solskjaer

Will Manchester United's misery ever end? It's only been 13 years since Sir Alex Ferguson brought the curtain down on his glorious 26-year r...

2 DAYS AGO • goal

Sorry, Ole! Michael Carrick is the right choice for Man Utd interim job rather than Solskjaer

6th-tier Macclesfield drawn against Brentford in FA Cup as reward for beating titleholder Palace

Sixth-tier Macclesfield’s reward for beating Crystal Palace in one of the biggest ever FA Cup shocks is another home match against a Premier League opponent, Brentford

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Merino 'buzzing' to have Havertz back for Arsenal Arsenal are still fighting for four trophies ahead of their EFL Cup semi-final against Chelsea, and they have Kai Havertz back from injury.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Arsenal are not 'set-piece FC', says Chelsea boss Rosenior No Premier League team has scored more set-piece goals than Arsenal this season, but Liam Rosenior says they are dangerous in all phases.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Unfair to describe Arsenal as 'Set Piece FC,' says Chelsea coach Rosenior

Newly installed Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior has rejected the notion that Arsenal was “taking the game back in time” by focusing heavily on set plays under Mikel Arteta

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Reece James - Could be held out as precaution James is a late call for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Arsenal as a precaution, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "I'll make a decision on Cole, Reece and Malo tomorrow;...

Impact James was not an option for the FA Cup match over the weekend and is at risk of missing out again, as the defender could sit out as a precaution. This is something to monitor, but likely a minor issue, with the club claiming there is no major injury concern. It appears they are more focused on the league campaign and having key players fit, potentially missing more Cup matches moving forward due to his bad injury history.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Malo Gusto - Could miss out again Gusto is likely to miss out on Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Arsenal, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "I'll make a decision on Cole, Reece and Malo tomorrow; I'm giving...

Impact Gusto was already missing from Saturday's FA Cup match as a precaution and is heading for the same fate Wednesday, with the defender to be tested ahead of the match. That said, he appears to be more likely to miss out, with the club focusing on his health over the first leg of the contest. He will likely eye a return against Brentford on Saturday if he misses out Wednesday, starting in the last three games he was an option for.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cole Palmer - Could be rested Wednesday Palmer is at risk of being rested for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Arsenal, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "I'll make a decision on Cole, Reece and Malo tomorrow; I'm...

Impact Palmer is dealing with some issues and will now be battling some fitness issues heading into Wednesday's match, potentially rested to preserve the midfielder after a rough start to the season with injuries. This comes after he was sat out for their FA Cup win over the weekend, possibly missing two straight Cup matches due to the precaution. This likely means the club is focusing on the league campaign and appears to be okay resting him moving forward, with no major concerns for the attacker despite the expected absence.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Arteta's secret weapon? Arsenal hire new throw-in coach who worked with Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Arsenal have hired former Liverpool throw-in coach Thomas Gronnemark as the club aim to strengthen their bid to win the Premier League title...

3 DAYS AGO • goal

Mikel Arteta's secret weapon? Arsenal hire new throw-in coach who worked with Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

Chelsea get winning start under Liam Rosenior 🔥 | Charlton (1-5) Chelsea

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Marc Cucurella - Serves ban Cucurella is no longer banned and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Cucurella has served his ban after one game out, with the defender cleared for action moving forward. He is the club's starting left-back and should reclaim his spot immediately, starting in 18 of his 19 appearances this season, a solid two-way full-back.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Carrick has 17 games to convince Man United and the first two are daunting

Cole Palmer has 'minor' thigh strain in latest blow in injury-blighted season

Chelsea open transfer talks with AFCON star who stunned Man City in Champions League

Arsenal feasts on Sanchez mistakes to set up 3-2 win over Chelsea in League Cup semifinals

'It was painful!' - Mikel Arteta wants Carabao Cup success to avenge Arsenal's previous trophy failures ahead of Chelsea semi-final

Champions League winner PSG's $168M payment tops UEFA prize money list for last season

Sorry, Ole! Michael Carrick is the right choice for Man Utd interim job rather than Solskjaer

6th-tier Macclesfield drawn against Brentford in FA Cup as reward for beating titleholder Palace

Unfair to describe Arsenal as 'Set Piece FC,' says Chelsea coach Rosenior

Mikel Arteta's secret weapon? Arsenal hire new throw-in coach who worked with Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool