Main news from English football on December 23rd 2024

On the day when Mo Salah said he would be happy with wherever his career ends after inspiring Tottenham's demolition, Arne Slot said that his 'Incredible' Liverpool must stay focused and Virgil van Dijk said there is 'no deadline' on deciding his Liverpool future. Elsewhere, Maresca said he is 'absolutely happy' despite his title-chasing Chelsea dropped points at Everton, Mikel Arteta said that Bukayo Saka is ruled out for 'many weeks' with a hamstring injury and Man United's Old Trafford was hit with mice infestation.