Chelsea could soon face a major decision over one of their longest-serving academy graduates, with interest growing from Italy and the Premier League. The Blues appear open to a permanent sale as they continue reshaping their defence, but the player’s preference may ultimately be more important than the size of the offers arriving at Stamford The post Sources: Chelsea star makes his priority clear, could be used in swap deal to sign Frenchman appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Argentina’s preparations for their blockbuster World Cup semi-final against England have taken an unexpected turn, with the reigning champions making a special request regarding the kit they will wear in Atlanta. The decision may seem like a minor detail compared with team selection and tactics, but shirts often carry emotional and historical meaning in international The post Argentina make special request to FIFA ahead of their World Cup semi against England appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Arsenal’s attacking rebuild appears to be entering a decisive stage, but the next move depends on resolving a key departure first. The Gunners want to refresh their options on the left wing as they prepare to defend the Premier League title and compete again for the Champions League. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL The post Romano issues Trossard update as deal for Belgian could pave way for new winger appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Chelsea could be involved in an unusual double transfer discussion with Roma this summer. The Italian club are exploring two attacking options connected to the BlueCo ownership network, although the proposed deals would require very different financial structures. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! The post Garnacho’s potential exit from Chelsea takes fresh twist as details of double deal emerge appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Italy’s search for a new national team manager has taken an intriguing turn, with one of modern football’s most successful coaches emerging as a serious candidate. The Azzurri are beginning another major rebuild after missing a third consecutive World Cup, and the next appointment must restore both confidence and a clear footballing identity. DOWNLOAD THE The post Report: Pep Guardiola emerges as shock contender for national team job appeared first on CaughtOffside.