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Relief at Bayer: Tella will not go to the Africa Cup of Nations
Bayer 04’s personnel shortage for next week’s year-end match in Leipzig has been eased somewhat. The Werkself will have to release “only” four players for the Africa Cup of Nations, because candidate number five, forward Nathan Tella, is not included in Nigeria’s final squad.

Saudi Arabia is gaining ground in the predictions
The Egyptian was not even included in the squad against Inter Milan this week, and he may already have played his last match for Liverpool after nine seasons at the club.

Villarreal, one of the clubs interested in Sidiki Cherif
Villarreal are linked with Angers forward Sidiki Cherif ahead of the winter transfer window, with reports of a 20 million euro bid and Angers holding out for at least 25 million amid interest from other European clubs.

Gravenberch earns praise in England and addresses the situation with Salah
Ryan Gravenberch made a strong impression on the English media on Tuesday night during Liverpool’s win over Internazionale. The midfielder was also chosen by UEFA as Man of the Match in Milan, where he was asked about the saga surrounding Mohamed Salah.

Bissouma suspended by Tottenham
Tottenham suspend Yves Bissouma after a second nitrous oxide incident as the Mali midfielder apologises to fans, opens up about trauma from a major home robbery, and describes ongoing mental health struggles and therapy.

These kinds of situations affect the rest of the squad
Arne Slot celebrates a crucial 0-1 win at Inter as VAR drama and a late Szoboszlai penalty lift Liverpool, while the coach calmly addresses the disruptive Mohamed Salah dispute and stresses team unity.

Rodrygos journey through the desert
The Brazilian ends his goal drought with his best performance of the past year, amid praise from Guardiola.

To cut costs, Jim Ratcliffe makes changes to the catering at Old Trafford
Manchester United’s owner is considering the option of hiring an external company to manage stadium catering, so the club would no longer handle that work itself.

FC Bayern report Neuer injury
Manuel Neuer will miss Bayern’s year-ending match away at Heidenheim. The goalkeeper picked up an injury on Sunday against Mainz.

Spanish media see in Vinícius’ embrace much more than just a gesture
The win over Alavés has given Xabi Alonso some breathing room. After Rodrygo’s winning goal, the embattled Real Madrid coach was hugged by Vinícius Júnior, who had been at odds with him earlier this season.