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Van Dijk reacts to Rooney’s criticism: Last year I didn’t hear him
Virgil van Dijk has responded to Wayne Rooney’s harsh words aimed at the Liverpool defender. The former striker, notably of Manchester United, felt that captain Van Dijk is not a true leader. Van Dijk calls Rooney’s remarks petty.

Raphinha cites his achievements in response to his absence from the FIFPRO
The Brazilian uses his Instagram to share last year’s stats, when he was one of the main architects of Barcelona’s treble.

Le Normand suffers a high-grade injury to the posterior capsule of his left knee
Atlético confirm a high-grade posterior capsular injury and semimembranosus involvement in Robin Le Normand’s left knee, with ligaments and meniscus intact. The centre back begins rehab immediately as Atlético adjust tactics and personnel while his recovery timeline depends on progress.

FC Bayern is furious over an 'outrageous' police decision
Ahead of the clash with PSG, an order by the Paris police prefecture against the fans has sent FC Bayern into a rage. A court date was secured for Tuesday, though it will probably come too late.

Barcelona squad list vs Elche: Lewandowski and Olmo are back
Barcelona welcome back Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski for the LaLiga matchday 11 game against Elche at Montjuïc. Despite a long injury list, Hansi Flick plans tactical tweaks, careful minutes management, and continued trust in Barça Atlètic youngsters to stabilize the team and sharpen the attack.

Gyökeres will miss the Arsenal match in the Champions League
Arteta rules Viktor Gyökeres out of Arsenal’s Champions League trip to Slavia Prague, forcing tactical tweaks up front and in midfield, with further tests planned to determine the extent of the striker’s muscular injury.

Eberl’s comparison regarding Kane - and the question for the new year
Harry Kane got to recharge a bit for the big showdown in Paris. Bayern Munich want to hold talks soon about his long-term future.

Van de Ven compared to Messi after what is already the goal of the season
Micky van de Ven left everyone open-mouthed with his solo goal against FC Copenhagen. The English media can’t stop talking about one of the best Champions League goals ever, and Spurs manager Thomas Frank compared the Netherlands international to Lionel Messi.

Roma lose to Milan and squander the chance to go top on their own
Roma controlled long stretches at San Siro but fell 1-0 to Milan, undone by a Leão burst and a Maignan penalty save. The result keeps the top of Serie A tightly bunched and highlights Roma’s need for greater ruthlessness in both boxes.

Doué succeeds Yamal and takes the Golden Boy Award
Désiré Doué was named Golden Boy on Tuesday. With that, the Paris Saint-Germain winger follows in the footsteps of Lamine Yamal, who won the award last year.