Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba pictured in December 2019
Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Paul Pogba, Kylian Mbappe, Kalidou Koulibaly
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 25, 06:57
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 25, 2020
Lionel Messi: 'I came close to leaving Barcelona'
Lionel Messi reveals that he was open to leaving Barcelona during 2016, a period which saw him accused of tax fraud.
May 24, 17:15
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar in action with AS Monaco's Guillermo Maripan in January 2020
Barcelona manager Quique Setien admits he would love to coach Neymar
Barcelona manager Quique Setien heaps praise on Neymar and admits that he would love to work with the Paris Saint-Germain forward one day.
May 23, 22:58
Ronaldo pictured on July 20, 2018
Roberto Carlos: 'Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo cannot compare to Ronaldo'
Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos claims that compatriot Ronaldo Nazario was even better than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
May 22, 21:44
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring their first goal against Borussia Dortmund on November 5, 2019
Ex-Barcelona forward Luis Suarez advises Lautaro Martinez to stay at Inter Milan
Former Barcelona forward Luis Suarez says that Lautaro Martinez should opt to stay at Inter Milan, rather than make the switch to Camp Nou.
May 20, 18:38
Ousmane Dembele in rare action for Barcelona in November 2019
Wednesday's papers: Barcelona sale, Jadon Sancho, Leroy Sane
A firesale at Barcelona is among the stories in Wednesday's papers.
May 20, 08:24
Rafa Silva pictured in January 2020
Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Rafa Silva, Moussa Diaby, Leroy Sane
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 20, 06:57
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez scores against Barcelona in the Champions League on October 2, 2019
Lionel Messi hails "complete forward" Lautaro Martinez amid Barcelona links
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi heaps praise on "complete forward" Lautaro Martinez, who has been heavily linked with a move to Camp Nou this summer.
May 19, 19:41
Kai Havertz pictured for Bayer Leverkusen in February 2020
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Kai Havertz, Dries Mertens
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 19, 06:57
General view of Manchester United's Old Trafford taken August 2018
Who is Manchester United-linked 'new Lionel Messi' Thiago Almada?
With a number of top European clubs being linked with Thiago Almada, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Velez Sarsfield playmaker.
May 18, 10:00
Amiens striker Serhou Guirassy pictured in October 2019
Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Serhou Guirassy, Alexandre Lacazette, Lionel Messi
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 18, 06:57
General view outside Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2018
Arsenal join race for 'new Lionel Messi' Thiago Almada?
Arsenal reportedly join Manchester City and Manchester United in the race to sign Velez Sarsfield midfielder Thiago Almada, who has been dubbed 'the new Lionel Messi'.
May 17, 22:55
General view of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge taken April 2018
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Lamare Bogarde, Jadon Sancho, Kylian Mbappe
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 17, 06:57
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi leave the pitch at halftime in 2017
Jurgen Klopp picks Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp chooses Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo in the debate regarding the best player of their generation.
May 16, 14:40
Kai Havertz pictured for Bayer Leverkusen in February 2020
How Barcelona could line up with Kai Havertz
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona could line up if Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz arrives at Camp Nou.
May 16, 09:20
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on March 7, 2020
FIFA 20 La Liga team of the season: Who stands out?
LaLiga is the second major league to be given the team of the season treatment by EA Sports.
May 14, 12:18
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi leave the pitch at halftime in 2017
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on Lionel Messi admiration
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo acknowledges that he "admires" the career of Barcelona counterpart Lionel Messi.
May 13, 19:14
Man City players celebrate their last-gasp title win in 2012
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
To mark eight years since Sergio Aguero's unforgettable last-gasp goal to win the title, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 07:00
Angel Gomes in action for Manchester United on September 19, 2019
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Angel Gomes, Thiago Almada, Nelson Semedo
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 12, 06:57
Neymar in action for PSG on September 28, 2019
Neymar 'says no to new Paris Saint-Germain contract amid Barcelona interest'
Neymar reportedly tells Paris Saint-Germain that he will not sign a new contract at the club and that he will look to push through a move to Barcelona this summer.
May 11, 19:51
General view of Borussia Dortmund fans at Signal Iduna Park on April 12, 2017
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Charlie Webster, Odion Ighalo, Kieran Trippier
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 10, 06:57
Kylian Mbappe pictured ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League tie with Borussia Dortmund on March 11, 2020
Jurgen Klopp tips Liverpool-linked Kylian Mbappe for "brightest future"
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp identifies Kylian Mbappe as the player with the "brightest future" in the game amid speculation linking him with a move to Anfield.
May 9, 18:51
Barcelona's Lionel Messi turns up for training in a facemask on Wednesday, May 6
Coronavirus latest: Saturday's goodwill stories from the world of sport
Barcelona playmaker Lionel Messi was training hard.
May 9, 17:10
Liverpool's Sadio Mane celebrates scoring their second goal on March 7, 2020
Sadio Mane set for new 'blockbuster' Liverpool contract?
Liverpool prepare to offer Sadio Mane a new contract that 'will see him end his career at Anfield', according to a report.
May 9, 12:12
Peter Schmeichel pictured in 1999
Sir Alex Ferguson's 10 greatest signings as Manchester United boss
Sports Mole picks out Sir Alex Ferguson's 10 greatest signings from his time as Manchester United boss.
May 8, 09:50
Rivaldo pictured for Barcelona in 2002
Rivaldo claims Lionel Messi prevents other players from shining at Barcelona
Club legend Rivaldo claims that the ability of Lionel Messi makes it difficult for other players to make a sustained impact at Barcelona.
May 7, 12:24
Neymar in action for Brazil on September 10, 2019
Cesc Fabregas insists Neymar is on Ronaldinho's level
Cesc Fabregas insists that former Barcelona teammate Neymar has everything required to "be the best" and compares the Brazilian to his compatriot Ronaldinho.
May 5, 20:47
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 4, 2019
Jaap Stam: 'Virgil van Dijk job made easier by Liverpool teammates'
Jaap Stam says that Virgil van Dijk's life has been made "a little bit easier" by the performances of his Liverpool colleagues.
May 5, 10:00
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on September 17, 2019
Xavi hopes to manage Lionel Messi at Barcelona
Barcelona legend Xavi labels former teammate Lionel Messi as "the best player of all time" and backs him to continue playing for another six years.
May 5, 09:25
Jonjo Shelvey celebrates getting an equaliser for Newcastle United on December 8, 2019
Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Jadon Sancho, Samuel Umtiti, Tiemoue Bakayoko
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 4, 06:57
Juventus' Miralem Pjanic celebrates scoring their second goal against Brescia on September 24, 2019
How Barcelona could line up with Miralem Pjanic
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona could line up next season if they sign Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic.
May 3, 12:27
Juventus' Miralem Pjanic celebrates scoring their second goal against Brescia on September 24, 2019
Shirt numbers available to Miralem Pjanic at Barcelona
Sports Mole looks at the shirt numbers available for Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic at Barcelona.
May 3, 10:42
Juventus' Miralem Pjanic celebrates scoring their second goal against Brescia on September 24, 2019
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Miralem Pjanic, Antoine Griezmann, Adrien Rabiot
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 3, 06:57
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their fifth goal on January 30, 2020
A full list of Lionel Messi's most impressive records for Barcelona and Argentina
Sports Mole rounds up a conclusive list of records held by Barcelona and Argentina icon Lionel Messi, including world, continental, international and club landmarks.
May 2, 21:50
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata pictured on January 11, 2020
Daniel James names Manchester United teammate Juan Mata as his footballing hero
Manchester United winger Daniel James admits that he idolised Juan Mata as a youngster and finds it "surreal" playing in the same side as the Spaniard.
May 2, 10:25
Lionel Messi celebrates scoring for Barcelona on December 1, 2019
Only Lionel Messi, Frenkie de Jong, Marc-Andre ter Stegen safe from Barcelona overhaul?
Lionel Messi, Frenkie de Jong and Marc-Andre ter Stegen are the only players safe from the chop at Barcelona this summer, according to a report.
May 2, 08:22
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in action for Southampton on January 11, 2020
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Chris Smalling, Axel Disasi
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 2, 06:57
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 25, 2020
Quique Setien: 'Lionel Messi, Barcelona will always be united'
Quique Setien insists that Barcelona and Lionel Messi will 'always be united', despite alleged disagreements behind the scenes at Camp Nou.
May 1, 09:57
Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring their first goal on March 7, 2020
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Alexandre Lacazette, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Nabil Fekir
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 1, 06:57
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez reacts after his goal is disallowed for offside on December 10, 2019
Fabio Capello urges Lautaro Martinez to stay at Inter Milan amid Barcelona links
Fabio Capello advises Lautaro Martinez to stay at Inter Milan instead of moving to Spanish giants Barcelona this summer.
Apr 30, 13:58
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