RB Leipzig and Julian Nagelsmann celebrate reaching the Champions League semi-finals following victory over Atletico Madrid on August 13, 2020
Preview:RB Leipzig vs. Istanbul Basaksehir - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League match between RB Leipzig and Istanbul Basaksehir, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 18, 19:56
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Liverpool leapfrog Manchester United in Dayot Upamecano race?
Liverpool reportedly leapfrog bitter rivals Manchester United in the race to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano next summer.
Oct 16, 08:31
James Tarkowski in action for Burnley on July 26, 2020
Manchester United 'considering move for James Tarkowski'
Burnley centre-back James Tarkowski emerges as a transfer target for Manchester United, according to a report.
Oct 10, 16:56
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Dayot Upamecano 'will only join Champions League club'
Manchester United will have to secure a Champions League spot for next season if they are to compete for RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano, according to a report.
Oct 10, 16:42
France's Kylian Mbappe in action against Sweden in the UEFA Nations League on September 5, 2020
How France could line up against Portugal
Sports Mole looks at how France could line up in Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash with Portugal.
Oct 9, 16:35
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Ukraine in an international friendly on October 7, 2020
Preview:France vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash between France and Portugal, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 9, 11:37
Kevin De Bruyne in action for Manchester City on July 8, 2020
Friday's papers: Kevin De Bruyne, Dayot Upamecano, Harry Wilson
Talks have progressed between Kevin de Bruyne and his club.
Oct 9, 07:47
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Manchester United, Liverpool 'leading race for Dayot Upamecano'
Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly regarded as the favourites to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano next summer.
Oct 7, 22:51
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'identified Nathan Ake, Dayot Upamecano as defensive targets'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wanted his club to sign either Nathan Ake and Dayot Upamecano during the summer, according to a report.
Oct 7, 17:07
Luke Chadwick pictured in November 2016
Exclusive: Luke Chadwick urges Manchester United to bolster defensive options
Former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick admits that the club need to significantly bolster their defensive line before they can consider challenging Liverpool.
Oct 1, 13:59
Chris Smalling in action for Roma in November 2019
Chris Smalling 'pleading with Manchester United to let him leave'
Chris Smalling is reportedly pleading with Manchester United to let him join Roma permanently, but the Red Devils are standing firm on the defender's asking price.
Sep 25, 11:56
Jadon Sancho in action for England in September 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'wants two more signings at Manchester United'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly wants to bring two new faces to Old Trafford before the transfer window shuts on October 5.
Sep 25, 11:31
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Manchester United handed boost in Dayot Upamecano pursuit?
Manchester United are handed a boost in their pursuit of Dayot Upamecano, with RB Leipzig closing in on the Frenchman's replacement, according to a report.
Sep 25, 11:09
Jadon Sancho in action for England in September 2020
Friday's papers: Jadon Sancho, Dele Alli, Lucas Torreira
Could the Jadon Sancho transfer saga finally be coming to a close?
Sep 25, 08:02
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Manchester United 'rekindle Dayot Upamecano interest after Crystal Palace loss'
Manchester United are reportedly ready to revive their interest in signing RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano this summer following their defeat to Crystal Palace.
Sep 22, 18:41
Monaco's Benoit Badiashile pictured on August 23, 2020
Manchester United 'prepared to pay £23m for Benoit Badiashile'
Manchester United are ready to pay £23m for Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile, and Bayer Leverkusen are also interested in the 19-year-old.
Sep 12, 22:36
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Real Madrid to rival Manchester United for Dayot Upamecano?
Real Madrid are reportedly planning to rival Manchester United for the signature of RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano next summer.
Sep 12, 13:53
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
RB Leipzig boss rules out exit for Man United target Dayot Upamecano
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann reiterates that defender Dayot Upamecano will not be sold during the summer transfer window.
Sep 9, 22:40
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured on June 6, 2020
Manchester United 'still want three more signings this summer'
Manchester United are reportedly looking at bringing in three new players this summer following the arrival of Donny van de Beek.
Sep 7, 12:45
France's Kylian Mbappe in action against Sweden in the UEFA Nations League on September 5, 2020
How France could line up against Croatia
Sports Mole looks at how France could line up in Tuesday's UEFA Nations League clash with Croatia.
Sep 6, 16:58
Pau Torres in action for Villarreal on July 5, 2020
Manchester United to consider Pau Torres move?
Manchester United could move for Villarreal defender Pau Torres during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.
Sep 5, 19:15
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Manchester United 'make decision on Dayot Upamecano'
Manchester United are likely to move for RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano next summer, according to a report.
Sep 5, 19:04
Chris Smalling in action for Roma in November 2019
Roma 'make breakthrough in talks for Manchester United's Chris Smalling'
Roma reportedly make a breakthrough in negotiations to sign Chris Smalling as they prepare a bid of £18m plus bonuses for the Manchester United centre-back.
Sep 3, 22:21
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on July 26, 2020
Manchester United 'end interest in Jack Grealish, Dayot Upamecano'
Manchester United will not be signing either Aston Villa attacker Jack Grealish or RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano this summer, according to a report.
Sep 3, 18:13
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their second goal on November 14, 2019
How France could line up against Sweden
Sports Mole looks at how France could line up in Saturday's UEFA Nations League clash with Sweden.
Sep 3, 11:44
France boss Didier Deschamps on November 14, 2019
Preview:Sweden vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's UEFA Nations League clash between Sweden and France, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 3, 11:26
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Manchester United 'consider putting Dayot Upamecano move on hold for a year'
Members of the Manchester United board are reportedly in favour of postponing their planned move for RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano until next summer.
Sep 2, 21:07
Milan Skriniar warms up for Inter on July 16, 2020
Manchester United 'line up Milan Skriniar as Dayot Upamecano alternative'
Manchester United make contact with Inter Milan to discuss a potential deal for Milan Skriniar, according to a report.
Sep 2, 18:23
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Dayot Upamecano confirms talks with clubs amid Manchester United speculation
RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano reveals that he has held talks with clubs concerning a potential summer move.
Sep 2, 13:11
Chris Smalling in action for Roma in November 2019
Manchester United 'hoping to use Chris Smalling funds on Dayot Upamecano'
Manchester United are reportedly expecting Roma to make a fresh approach for Chris Smalling in the coming days and plan to use those funds to sign Dayot Upamecano.
Sep 1, 14:21
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi pictured on June 19, 2020
Tuesday's papers: Lionel Messi, Kai Havertz, Dayot Upamecano
Manchester United are looking for a defender and Arsenal may re-sign a midfielder on loan.
Sep 1, 07:32
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Man United 'prioritise Dayot Upamecano deal after signing Donny van de Beek'
Manchester United will reportedly prioritise a deal for RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano after completing the signing of Donny van de Beek.
Aug 31, 18:58
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Wednesday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: Donny van de Beek, Dayot Upamecano, Cristiano Ronaldo
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Wednesday, August 19.
Aug 19, 09:35
Nice's Malang Sarr in action against Lille in February 2019
Tuesday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Malang Sarr, Lionel Messi, Dayot Upamecano
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 12:02
Real Madrid's Sergio Reguilon pictured in April 2019
Tuesday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: Sergio Reguilon, Dayot Upamecano, Reinier Jesus
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Tuesday, August 18.
Aug 18, 09:29
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in October 2019
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Kalidou Koulibaly, Jadon Sancho, Kai Havertz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Aug 18, 06:57
Philippe Coutinho in Bundesliga action for Bayern Munich on February 29, 2020
Monday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Philippe Coutinho, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Monday, August 17.
Aug 17, 12:03
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar and Kylian Mbappe celebrate overcoming Atalanta BC in the Champions League on August 12, 2020
Who should you bet on to reach the Champions League final?
After four dramatic ties at the last-eight stage, which clubs will now progress through to next week's Champions League final?
Aug 17, 10:40
RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano pictured on August 13, 2020
Real Madrid eye Dayot Upamecano as Sergio Ramos replacement?
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane reportedly identifies RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano as a possible long-term successor to talismanic captain Sergio Ramos.
Aug 17, 10:14
Bayern Munich players celebrate Thomas Muller's goal against Barcelona on August 14, 2020
Champions League Team of the Week - Thomas Muller, Robert Lewandowski, Neymar
Sports Mole selects its Champions League team of the quarter-finals, including Thomas Muller, Robert Lewandowski and Neymar.
Aug 16, 11:10
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