Aston Villa manager Dean Smith on May 16, 2021
Dean Smith confident Aston Villa squad is stronger after sale of Jack Grealish
Dean Smith will take five new signings to Vicarage Road for the season opener against Watford on Saturday.
Aug 13, 09:54
England's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their first goal on June 29, 2021
Raheem Sterling wants more goals after Jack Grealish joins him at Man City
The England teammates open their Premier League campaign at Tottenham.
Aug 12, 22:29
Manchester City's Jack Grealish in action on August 7, 2021
Most expensive Premier League signings after Romelu Lukaku returns to Chelsea
The Belgian has made two big-money moves in the Premier League.
Aug 12, 18:39
Inter Milan's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their second goal on February 14, 2021
Chelsea announce club-record £97.5m Romelu Lukaku deal
Chelsea announce that they have completed the signing of Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku in a club-record deal.
Aug 12, 17:14
England captain Harry Kane pictured in action against Ukraine at Euro 2020 on July 3, 2021
Manchester City 'preparing fresh £127m bid for Harry Kane'
Manchester City prepare to launch a new £127m offer for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Aug 12, 16:02
Manchester City's Jack Grealish in action on August 7, 2021
5 stars who could light up the Premier League this season
England stars have been on the move after the Euros.
Aug 12, 11:01
Watford players celebrate promotion to the Premier League pictured on April 24, 2021
Preview:Watford vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Watford and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 12, 09:02
England's Phil Foden pictured on June 28, 2021
Phil Foden set to miss opening weeks of season with foot problem
The injury ruled the Manchester City midfielder out of the Euro 2020 final.
Aug 11, 15:39
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne pictured on January 10, 2021
What is Manchester City's strongest XI for the 2021-22 season?
Ahead of the new Premier League season starting this weekend, Sports Mole looks at who would make Manchester City's strongest XI in the 2021-22 campaign.
Aug 10, 18:00
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Fulham in the Premier League on April 4, 2021
What is Aston Villa's strongest XI for the 2021-22 season?
Ahead of the new Premier League season starting this weekend, Sports Mole looks at who would make Aston Villa's strongest XI in the 2021-22 campaign.
Aug 10, 15:30
Manchester City players lift the Premier League trophy on May 23, 2021
Manchester City 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Manchester City's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 10, 10:00
Manchester City's Jack Grealish in action on August 7, 2021
Jack Grealish believes £100m price tag will inspire him to shine at Man City
Jack Grealish made his City debut over the weekend in the Community Shield.
Aug 9, 19:08
Manchester City's Jack Grealish in action on August 7, 2021
Jack Grealish loving every minute of time at Manchester City
Jack Grealish joined the Premier League champions from Aston Villa for a British record fee last week.
Aug 9, 17:01
England captain Harry Kane pictured in action against Ukraine at Euro 2020 on July 3, 2021
Manchester City 'convinced they will complete £150m Harry Kane deal'
Manchester City are 'convinced' they will sign £150m-rated Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur later this month, according to a report.
Aug 9, 11:33
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Fulham in the Premier League on April 4, 2021
Aston Villa 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Aston Villa's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 9, 10:00
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Borussia Monchengladbach in the Champions League on February 24, 2021
Manchester City 'to offer Bernardo Silva to Tottenham Hotspur in Harry Kane deal'
Manchester City plan to offer Bernardo Silva to Tottenham Hotspur as a makeweight in a deal for Harry Kane, according to a report.
Aug 8, 16:42
Harry Kane celebrates on July 7, 2021
Tottenham Hotspur 'would consider £140m Harry Kane offer'
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy may reportedly be prepared to entertain an offer of £120m plus £20m in add-ons from Manchester City for Harry Kane.
Aug 8, 07:39
Fabinho warms up for Liverpool in April 2021
Fabinho says rivals' transfer business is none of Liverpool's business
The midfielder is focused on matters at Anfield, not arrivals elsewhere.
Aug 7, 21:30
Leicester City's Kasper Schmeichel and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the FA Community Shield on August 7, 2021
Kelechi Iheanacho penalty wins Community Shield for Leicester
British record signing Jack Grealish was named among the City substitutes at Wembley.
Aug 7, 18:19
Jack Grealish in England training on July 5, 2021
Aston Villa 'offered Jack Grealish to Manchester United before Manchester City move'
Manchester United were offered Jack Grealish before the England international joined Manchester City, according to a report.
Aug 7, 09:57
Belgium's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal with Dries Mertens on June 6, 2021
Romelu Lukaku 'rejected Manchester City's advances earlier this year'
Manchester City reportedly failed with a move for Inter Milan's Romelu Lukaku earlier this year.
Aug 7, 09:47
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on May 8, 2021
Pep Guardiola would go to court to defend Man City's signing of Jack Grealish
City completed the British record acquisition of Jack Grealish on Thursday.
Aug 6, 21:30
 Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers with Nampalys Mendy after the match on May 7, 2021.
Brendan Rodgers determined Leicester will 'climb the mountain' again this season
The Foxes have finished fifth in the Premier League for the last two campaigns.
Aug 6, 17:04
Harry Kane celebrates scoring the winner for England on July 7, 2021
Man City would comply with FFP rules if they signed Harry Kane - finance expert
Premier League rules on sustainability allow for losses of up to £105m over a three-year period.
Aug 6, 15:36
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Borussia Monchengladbach in the Champions League on February 24, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Bernardo Silva among players who want to leave'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola confirms that Bernardo Silva wants to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer.
Aug 6, 13:15
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on May 8, 2021
Pep Guardiola's spending closing in on £1billion mark as Manchester City boss
Jack Grealish arrived from Aston Villa as the Premier League's first £100million player as Pep Guardiola continues to spend since he joined City in 2016.
Aug 6, 13:07
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on March 15, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Lionel Messi is not in our thoughts'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that his club are not looking to sign Lionel Messi this summer following his exit from Barcelona.
Aug 6, 13:02
Harry Kane celebrates on July 7, 2021
Pep Guardiola confirms Manchester City want to sign Harry Kane
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms that his club want to sign Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane.
Aug 6, 12:51
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Manchester City 'could end Harry Kane interest to focus on Lionel Messi'
Manchester City could end their interest in Harry Kane to instead focus on signing Lionel Messi, according to a report.
Aug 5, 22:57
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Getafe in La Liga on April 22, 2021
Manchester City 'emerging as favourites for Lionel Messi'
Manchester City are reportedly in pole position to sign Lionel Messi, who will not be signing a new contract with Barcelona.
Aug 5, 22:34
Jack Grealish pictured for England on June 2, 2021
Jack Grealish wants to challenge for honours after £100m move to Manchester City
The Premier League champions had been heavily linked with the England midfielder all summer.
Aug 5, 20:11
Manchester United's Paul Pogba in action against Villarreal in the Europa League final on May 26, 2021
Most expensive Premier League signings after Jack Grealish joins Manchester City
The England international has left Aston Villa.
Aug 5, 19:29
Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on May 13, 2021
Jack Grealish heads for Manchester City in search of trophies
Jack Grealish left his boyhood club for the opportunity of Champions League football.
Aug 5, 19:25
Big Harry Maguire celebrates England's victory over the Ukraine on July 3, 2021
Other English players to make big-money moves after Jack Grealish joins Man City
Jack Grealish tops the list after leaving Aston Villa.
Aug 5, 19:15
Jack Grealish in England training on July 5, 2021
Manchester City confirm Jack Grealish signing in record £100m deal
Manchester City confirm the signing of Jack Grealish from Aston Villa in a British record deal, thought to be worth £100m.
Aug 5, 19:01
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on February 27, 2021
Paris Saint-Germain installed as early favourites to sign Lionel Messi
Paris Saint-Germain are installed as the early favourites to sign Lionel Messi on a free transfer following Barcelona's confirmation that he will not extend his contract.
Aug 5, 18:50
Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on May 13, 2021
Jack Grealish 'completes Manchester City medical ahead of record move'
England attacker Jack Grealish reportedly completes his medical with Manchester City ahead of a £100m move to the Etihad Stadium.
Aug 5, 16:46
Ruben Dias pictured for Manchester City in January 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Leicester City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in Saturday's Community Shield with Leicester City.
Aug 5, 14:37
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured in February 2021
Preview:Leicester City vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Community Shield clash between Leicester City and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 5, 14:07
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on January 20, 2021
Atletico Madrid 'in pole position for Bernardo Silva'
Atletico Madrid lead the race to sign Manchester City attacker Bernardo Silva, according to a report.
Aug 4, 22:57
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