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The tension at Anfield reached a boiling point this weekend following Liverpool’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Leeds United. For the third consecutive game, Mohamed Salah found himself on the bench, a decision that finally triggered an explosive response from the Egyptian King.

France's Maghnes Akliouche and Jean-Philippe Mateta. (REUTERS/Benoit Tessier)

Federico Chiesa will not be given an opportunity to impress on home soil, as he has been left out of the travelling Liverpool squad to take on Inter in San Siro in the Champions League on Tuesday night. 

Udinese lose Arthur Atta, but hope Nicolò Zaniolo can continue his strong form against Daniele De Rossi’s revitalised Genoa.

Parma are up to 14th place in the Serie A table after to a valuable 1-0 victory away against the relegation-threatened Pisa, which came thanks to a first-half penalty from Adrian Benedyczak at the Arena Garibaldi on Monday afternoon.

Man United are hoping to sign a new midfielder in January, but for that to happen, a exit or two is likely to be needed. It could end up being a straight swap at Old Trafford, with Kobbie Mainoo continuing to attract strong interest.

Leeds intend to make signings in January, as they seek to give themselves the best chance of avoiding relegation from the Premier League. Midfield is an area of Daniel Farke’s squad that is considered weak, which is why moves have been made to address this issue.

Inter head coach Cristian Chivu believes that Inter deserve more praise for reaching two Champions League finals over the last three seasons, insisting that ‘it’s not easy’ to replicate what the Nerazzurri achieved under Simone Inzaghi: ‘Inter have carried the Italian flag high, across the world.” 

Aston Villa have had a very strong season so far, and they are hoping to consolidate their position by making new signings in 2026. Midfield is an area that Unai Emery hopes to address, and in recent weeks, a leading target has been identified by club officials.

Daniel Farke has been under a lot of pressure at Leeds in recent weeks, but for now, he remains in charge at Elland Road. The writing looked to have been on the wall after a run of six defeats in seven matches, but things have picked up over the last few days.

Inter head coach Cristian Chivu says that the ongoing debate surrounding Mohamed Salah and his recent comments about Liverpool are not his concern, but has warned that Arne Slot’s side will still ‘maintain a high level’ even if the Egyptian King is left out of the squad for Tuesday’s Champions League match. 

Ahead of the January transfer window, West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is continuing to evaluate his squad. Midfield has been an area of express focus for the Portuguese, and among his decision has been to drop a cult hero down the pecking order.

Aston Villa have had an excellent season so far, and they would ideally like to add players in January to improve their chances of a Champions League finish in the Premier League table. However, it will be very difficult for this to happen.

Liverpool have reportedly decided to take the decision to leave star forward Mohamed Salah at home ahead of their Champions League clash against Inter in San Siro on Tuesday evening. 

Pisa have made just one alteration to their starting line-up ahead of Monday evening’s clash against Parma, who have changed half their team around after Thursday’s Coppa Italia defeat against Bologna.