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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fclaude-puel.jpg "Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`")
Claude Puel: 'Top 10 the target for Leicester City this season'
Leicester City manager Claude Puel says that he will take things "step-by-step" in his first few months at the King Power Stadium, as he targets a top-10 finish.Oct 28, 09:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fclaude-puel_1.jpg "Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Southampton on December 14, 2016")
Preview:Leicester City vs. Everton
Sports Mole previews the action from Everton's trip to Leicester City in the Premier League.Oct 28, 00:43
Arsene Wenger praises Claude Puel's appointment at Leicester City
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that Leicester City have made a good decision in appointing Claude Puel as the club's new manager.Oct 27, 18:26
Claude Puel excited by Leicester City opportunity
New manager Claude Puel says that he is excited by the opportunity that has been given to him at Leicester City.Oct 27, 17:15
Leicester City appoint former Southampton boss Claude Puel as manager
Leicester City confirm the appointment of former Southampton boss Claude Puel as their new manager on a three-year deal following the departure of Craig Shakespeare.Oct 25, 18:39
Claude Puel in advanced negotiations with Leicester City?
Southampton will reportedly announce Claude Puel as their new manager on Wednesday afternoon, a little over a week on from sacking boss Craig Shakespeare.Oct 25, 10:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Michael Appleton: 'Managerial situation remains unclear'
Leicester City caretaker boss Craig Shakespeare admits that the past week has "been a bit of a rollercoaster", as he prepares his side for the visit of Everton.Oct 25, 09:23
Report: Leicester City interested in former Southampton boss Claude Puel
Former Southampton manager Claude Puel is believed to be a candidate for the vacant Leicester City job, according to reports.Oct 20, 19:17
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fst-marys-general-southampton.JPG "A general shot of St Mary's Stadium prior to Southampton's Premier League clash with Chelsea on October 30, 2016")
Preview:Southampton vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Southampton and Manchester United at St Mary's Stadium.Sep 21, 14:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Fmanolo-gabbiadini_3.jpg "Manolo Gabbiadini in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and West Ham United on February 4, 2017")
Mauricio Pellegrino: "We did everything to win"
Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino reveals his frustration following Saturday's goalless draw with Swansea City in the Premier League.Aug 12, 21:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
In Full: Virgil van Dijk transfer request statement
Read Virgil van Dijk's statement in full as he submits a formal request to leave Southampton this summer.Aug 7, 17:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on November 6, 2016")
Virgil van Dijk hands in transfer request
Virgil van Dijk confirms that he has handed in a transfer request at Southampton.Aug 7, 16:13
Virgil van Dijk left out of Southampton's pre-season squad
Virgil van Dijk is left out of the Southampton squad for their pre-season trip to France amid speculation surrounding the centre-back's future.Jul 24, 13:08
Matt Le Tissier: 'Mauricio Pellegrino must entertain supporters'
Matt Le Tissier hopes to see the arrival of Mauricio Pellegrino reignite Southampton supporters following a "disenchanted" spell under ex-boss Claude Puel.Jun 24, 13:08
Mauricio Pellegrino 'the right man for Southampton'
Southampton vice chairman Les Reed expresses his delight at the appointment of new manager Mauricio Pellegrino.Jun 23, 19:03
Southampton announce Mauricio Pellegrino appointment
Southampton announce that they have appointed Mauricio Pellegrino as their new manager.Jun 23, 15:54
Mauricio Pellegrino to choose between Crystal Palace, Southampton?
Former Alaves boss Mauricio Pellegrino is wanted by Premier League rivals Crystal Palace and Southampton, according to a report.Jun 21, 21:26
Southampton keen on reunion with defender Calum Chambers?
Arsenal defender Calum Chambers is reportedly wanted on loan by former club Southampton, but Everton and Newcastle United are also in the running.Jun 21, 20:09
Southampton's initial bid for defender Jan Bednarek rejected?
A report claims that Lech Poznan have rejected a £4.5m bid from Southampton for defender Jan Bednarek, whom they reportedly value at £7.5m.Jun 20, 17:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fjay-rodriguez.jpg "Jay Rodriguez grabs his side's second during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017")
West Bromwich Albion reignite interest in Jay Rodriguez
West Bromwich Albion will reportedly renew their efforts to sign £12m-rated Southampton forward Jay Rodriguez this summer.Jun 20, 13:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F21%2Fclaude-puel.jpg "Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Stoke City on May 21, 2017")
Claude Puel: 'More to Southampton sacking than sporting reasons'
Sacked Southampton boss Claude Puel says that he is remaining positive after a "very good year" at St Mary's, with a number of offers to get straight back into coaching.Jun 18, 18:10
Southampton 'want new manager in 10 days'
A report claims that Southampton, who sacked Claude Puel last week, want to appoint their new manager within the next 10 days.Jun 18, 09:06
Ryan Giggs 'keen on Southampton job'
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs is reportedly keen on the vacant managerial post at Southampton.Jun 15, 21:57
Matt Le Tissier: 'Claude Puel sacking isn't harsh'
Southampton legend Matt Le Tissier says that the sacking of manager Claude Puel should not be considered 'harsh'.Jun 15, 11:38
Thomas Tuchel not interested in Southampton?
Former Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel reportedly has no interest in the vacant managerial position at Southampton.Jun 15, 10:20
Thomas Tuchel, Frank de Boer in running for Southampton job?
Thomas Tuchel and Frank de Boer - formerly of Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan respectively - emerge as the early frontrunners for the managerial job at Southampton.Jun 15, 08:14
Southampton sack Claude Puel after just one season
Southampton terminate the contract of head coach Claude Puel "with immediate effect", just 12 months after the Frenchman stepped into the position.Jun 14, 21:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F08%2Fleicester-city-claudio-ranieri.jpg "Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri at the FA Cup match against Millwall on February 18, 2017")
Nantes keen on appointing Claudio Ranieri as new manager
Claudio Ranieri is one of a number of managers in Nantes chairman Waldemar Kita's thinking to replace Sergio Conceicao at the Stade de la Beaujoire.Jun 10, 19:54
Frank de Boer emerges as Crystal Palace candidate?
Former Ajax and Inter Milan boss Frank de Boer reportedly emerges as a candidate for the vacant managerial role at Crystal Palace.Jun 9, 11:26
Southampton 'still considering Claude Puel replacements'
Claude Puel's position as Southampton manager is still in the balance but a decision over his future is expected to be made in the coming days, according to a report.Jun 6, 18:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F09%2Fdusan-tadic.JPG "Southampton midfielder Dusan Tadic in action during his side's EFL Cup final with Manchester United at Wembley on February 26, 2017")
Report: Southampton midfielder Dusan Tadic lined up by Inter Milan
A report claims that Southampton midfielder Dusan Tadic is the player Inter Milan want to replace Ivan Perisic, who is close to leaving for the Premier League.Jun 4, 13:52
Report: Southampton interested in former Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal
Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is on the radar of Southampton, according to reports.Jun 4, 09:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fcuco-martina.jpg "Southampton defender Cuco Martina in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester at the King Power Stadium on October 2, 2016")
Everton 'to make Southampton right-back Cuco Martina first summer signing'
Everton are reportedly closing in on the free transfer of Southampton right-back Cuco Martina.May 31, 15:40
Thomas Tuchel 'in pole position for Southampton job'
Former Borussia Dortmund manager Thomas Tuchel is the favourite to take charge of Southampton this summer, according to a French journalist.May 31, 12:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fmarco-silva-hull-city.JPG "Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017")
Crystal Palace 'turn attention to outgoing Hull City boss Marco Silva'
Marco Silva is reportedly a leading candidate for the Crystal Palace job following the shock departure of Sam Allardyce.May 24, 17:27
Peter Crouch nets winner as Stoke City beat Southampton
Peter Crouch scores the only goal of the match as Stoke City record a 1-0 victory over Southampton on the final weekend of the 2016-17 Premier League campaign.May 21, 16:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fclaude-puel-southampton.jpg "Southampton manager Claude Puel during the Premier League match against Arsenal on May 10, 2017")
Southampton boss Claude Puel shrugs off sack talk
Southampton boss Claude Puel wants to end the season with three points against Stoke City, insisting that he is not focused on speculation over his future.May 19, 17:01
Chairman: 'Claude Puel future to be decided next week'
Southampton manager Claude Puel is happy to wait until after Sunday's visit of Crystal Palace before holding talks with the club over his long-term future.May 18, 09:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fdavid-de-gea.JPG "Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea in action during the Premier League clash with Arsenal at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016")
Team News: David de Gea left out of Manchester United's clash against Southampton
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is left out of this evening's Premier League match against Southampton at St Mary's.May 17, 17:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fsergio-romero-manchester-united_1.JPG "Manchester United's Sergio Romero saves from Southampton's James Ward-Prowse during the Premier League match on May 17, 2017")
Live Commentary: Southampton 0-0 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Southampton and Manchester United play out a goalless draw in the Premier League.May 17, 17:46
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