Kepa Arrizabalaga speaks at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Kepa Arrizabalaga not better than Thibaut Courtois'
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri admits that new signing Kepa Arrizabalaga is not yet at the same level as his predecessor Thibaut Courtois, despite joining for a record fee.
Aug 10, 13:45
 Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
How Chelsea could line up in 2018-19
Ahead of their Premier League opener against Huddersfield Town, Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up during the 2018-19 season.
Aug 10, 13:04
 Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker in action during a pre-season friendly with Napoli
Jurgen Klopp: 'Alisson Becker has settled quickly'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reveals that Alisson Becker has settled in quickly at the club ahead of his expected competitive debut against West Ham United.
Aug 10, 11:50
 Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Preview:Huddersfield Town vs. Chelsea - predictions, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Maurizio Sarri's first Premier League match in charge of Chelsea as they visit the John Smith's Stadium to face Huddersfield Town.
Aug 9, 18:43
 Kepa Arrizabalaga speaks at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Kepa Arrizabalaga "incredibly happy" with Chelsea move
New Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga sets his sights on helping the club to win trophies following his world-record move from Athletic Bilbao.
Aug 9, 14:10
 Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Departing Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois undergoes Real Madrid medical
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois edges closer to completing his move to Real Madrid after undergoing a medical in the Spanish capital.
Aug 9, 11:09
 Sergio Rico in action for Sevilla on March 31, 2018
Fulham to sign Sergio Rico?
Fulham are reportedly close to signing Sevilla goalkeeper Sergio Rico.
Aug 9, 09:22
 Kepa Arrizabalaga signs for Chelsea on August 8, 2018
Kepa Arrizabalaga aspiring to become Chelsea legend
Kepa Arrizabalaga says that he "would like to be remembered" by Chelsea supporters long after leaving the club, which he intends to achieve through winning trophies.
Aug 9, 08:56
 Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois reacts during a match at the 2018 World Cup
Thibaut Courtois forced to delete Chelsea farewell letter
Thibaut Courtois posts a farewell message to Chelsea fans after moving to Real Madrid but is forced to delete it due to a "barrage of abuse".
Aug 9, 06:08
 Kepa Arrizabalaga in action for Athletic Bilbao on February 18, 2018
Chelsea sign Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga in world-record deal
Chelsea announce the signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao for a record fee of £71.6m.
Aug 8, 21:21
 Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Chelsea confirm Thibaut Courtois exit, Mateo Kovacic arrival
Chelsea announce that Thibaut Courtois will leave the club, while Mateo Kovacic joins on loan.
Aug 8, 19:11
 Lyon forward Nabil Fekir in action during his side's Europa League clash against Apollon Limassol on November 23, 2017
Olivier Giroud: 'I have spoken to Nabil Fekir about signing for Chelsea'
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud confirms that he has held talks with Lyon midfielder Nabil Fekir about a possible transfer to West London.
Aug 8, 15:24
 Kepa Arrizabalaga in action for Athletic Bilbao on February 18, 2018
Chelsea target Kepa Arrizabalaga triggers Athletic Bilbao release clause
Kepa Arrizabalaga appears to be on his way to Chelsea after triggering his Athletic Bilbao release clause, which is reportedly in the region of £71m.
Aug 8, 10:40
 Kepa Arrizabalaga in action for Athletic Bilbao on February 18, 2018
Report: Chelsea to sign Kepa Arrizabalaga as Thibaut Courtois replacement
Chelsea reportedly agree a world record £71m fee for Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga as a replacement for the seemingly Real Madrid-bound Thibaut Courtois.
Aug 7, 18:11
 David de Gea looks downbeat during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Fernando Hierro: 'David de Gea will start against Russia'
Fernando Hierro confirms that he will stick with David de Gea in goal for Spain's showdown against Russia in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 29, 15:08
 Diego Costa celebrates getting the equaliser with David Silva during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Preview:Spain vs. Russia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the World Cup last-16 clash between Spain and Russia.
Jun 29, 10:30
 David de Gea looks downbeat during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Spain to drop goalkeeper David de Gea for Russia match?
A report claims that David de Gea will be left out of Spain's starting XI to face Russia in the last 16 of the World Cup after failing to impress during the group stage.
Jun 29, 08:59
 Emre Can in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Liverpool and Porto on March 6, 2018
Premier League: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2018
Keep track of all of the confirmed transfers in the Premier League this summer with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.
May 17, 13:31
 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo rescues point for Real Madrid against Athletic Bilbao
Cristiano Ronaldo scores an 87th-minute equaliser to Real Madrid claim a 1-1 draw against Athletic Bilbao in Wednesday night's La Liga encounter at the Bernabeu.
Apr 18, 21:23
 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
Kepa Arrizabalaga explains Real Madrid snub
Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga says that he turned down the chance to join Real Madrid during the January transfer window.
Mar 20, 13:07
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona cruise past Athletic Bilbao to move 11 points clear
Barcelona ease to a 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao to move 11 points clear at the top of La Liga with only nine games of their season remaining.
Mar 18, 17:08
 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
Athletic Bilbao claim point against Valencia
Athletic Bilbao and Valencia share the spoils as the two La Liga sides play out a 1-1 draw in Wednesday night's encounter at San Mames.
Feb 28, 20:27
 Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone during the Champions League match with Leicester City on April 18, 2017
Atletico Madrid too strong for Athletic Bilbao at the Wanda Metropolitano
Atletico Madrid return to within seven points of La Liga leaders Barcelona courtesy of a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Feb 18, 17:08
 Keylor Navas in action for Real Madrid during the Champions League final on June 3, 2017
Keylor Navas welcomes talk of goalkeeper competition
Real Madrid glovesman Keylor Navas vows to fight for the number-one jersey should a new goalkeeper be signed in the summer.
Feb 4, 17:37
 Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on August 27, 2017
Thibaut Courtois 'awaiting go-ahead from Zinedine Zidane on Real Madrid move'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is allegedly awaiting the go-ahead call from Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane ahead of a potential move to the Spanish giants.
Jan 24, 13:55
 Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane watches on on November 1, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'No internal battle with Real Madrid board'
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane responds to claims that he 'won his internal battle' with club chiefs after Kepa Arrizabalaga committed his future to Athletic Bilbao.
Jan 23, 15:36
 David de Gea suffers with a back injury during the Premier League game between Everton and Manchester United on January 1, 2018
David de Gea back on Real Madrid wishlist after Kepa Arrizabalaga transfer blow?
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is reportedly back in Zinedine Zidane's thoughts as Real Madrid continue their search for a new number one.
Jan 22, 13:54
 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
Real Madrid-linked Kepa Arrizabalaga signs new Athletic Bilbao deal
Kepa Arrizabalaga, strongly linked with a move to Real Madrid, commits his future to Athletic Bilbao by penning a new seven-and-a-half-year deal.
Jan 22, 12:50
 Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane at the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on May 28,.2016
Zinedine Zidane: 'No January signings for Real Madrid'
Boss Zinedine Zidane says that Real Madrid will not be making any new signings during the January transfer window.
Jan 20, 12:43
 Thibaut Courtois makes a save during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Report: Real Madrid turn focus back to Thibaut Courtois
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is back in the frame to replace Keylor Navas as Real Madrid's number one, according to a report.
Jan 18, 18:51
 Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane at the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on May 28,.2016
Zinedine Zidane: 'I don't need a new goalkeeper'
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane says that he has no "need" for a new goalkeeper, despite reports that the club are on the verge of signing Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Jan 6, 13:41
 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
Athletic Bilbao respond to Kepa Arrizabalaga, Real Madrid reports
Athletic Bilbao boss Jose Angel Ziganda 'has no idea' if Kepa Arrizabalaga recently travelled to the Spanish capital to undergo a medical with Real Madrid.
Jan 5, 23:25
 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
Kepa Arrizabalaga 'passes Real Madrid medical'
Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga reportedly passes a medical with Real Madrid ahead of a move to the Bernabeu.
Jan 5, 12:42
 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
Real Madrid 'agree Rafa Mir deal'
Valencia youngster Rafa Mir will join Real Madrid in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Dec 15, 15:02
 Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Real Madrid to make quick decision on Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois?
Real Madrid will reportedly make a final decision on whether to try to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois by the end of December.
Dec 12, 10:12
 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
Kiko Casilla 'to leave Real Madrid in January'
Kiko Casilla will be sold by Real Madrid next month amid suggestions that the club have agreed a deal for Athletic Bilbao's Kepa Arrizabalaga, according to a report.
Dec 11, 13:09
 Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Real Madrid 'complete Kepa Arrizabalaga deal'
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos reportedly informs his teammates that the Spanish champions have signed Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Dec 10, 12:50
 Raheem Sterling doth protest too much during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
Real Madrid interested in Raheem Sterling?
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a January move for in-form Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling.
Dec 5, 09:54
 A frustrated Cristiano Ronaldo kicks the post during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Real Madrid held to goalless draw by Athletic Bilbao
Real Madrid play out a goalless draw with lowly Athletic Bilbao at San Mames to see the gap on league leaders Barcelona stand at eight points.
Dec 2, 21:37
 Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane watches on on November 1, 2017
Live Commentary: Athletic Bilbao 0-0 Real Madrid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Real Madrid's goalless draw with Athletic Bilbao, as Los Blancos dropped yet more points in the title race.
Dec 2, 18:44
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