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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F18%2Fjose-mourinho.jpg "A maniacal Jose Mourinho tries to figure out how many matches his side have drawn at Old Trafford this season during the Premier League clash with Arsenal on May 7, 2017")
Jose Mourinho: Another new signing needed "as soon as possible"
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho wants to sign a third player of the summer "as soon as possible" after seeing his title rivals strengthen their squads.Jul 21, 08:24
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Marco Verratti linked with Manchester United after changing agent
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti hires Mino Raiola as his new agent, reportedly giving Manchester United hope of landing the rumoured Barcelona target.Jul 20, 12:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fivan-rakitic.jpg "Ivan Rakitic at a Barcelona training session on December 5, 2016")
Ernesto Valverde: 'Andre Gomes, Ivan Rakitic in my plans'
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde plays down reports that midfielders Andre Gomes and Ivan Rakitic could be sold ahead of the new campaign.Jul 17, 17:28
Ernesto Valverde relaxed amid Barcelona's Marco Verratti pursuit
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde remains relaxed amid his team's pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti.Jul 17, 17:15
Robert Fernandez: 'Barcelona want a versatile player'
Barcelona technical secretary Robert Fernandez says that his club are looking to sign a versatile player ahead of the new season.Jul 17, 17:02
Nice boss Lucien Favre rules out Jean Michel Seri exit
Nice boss Lucien Favre rules out the possibility of Jean Michel Seri leaving the club this summer amid speculation linking him with Barcelona and Arsenal.Jul 8, 21:15
Marco Verratti issues apology to Paris Saint-Germain
Rumoured Barcelona target Marco Verratti issues an apology to Paris Saint-Germain after his agent claimed that he was being treated like a "prisoner" at the club.Jul 8, 13:04
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Paris Saint-Germain unwilling to sell Marco Verratti'
Marco Verratti wants to join Barcelona but Paris Saint-Germain are refusing to sanction a transfer, according to Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu.Jul 7, 12:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Flionel-messi.JPG "Lionel Messi of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016")
Lionel Messi unhappy with Barcelona's desire to bring back Gerard Deulofeu?
Lionel Messi is reportedly unhappy with Barcelona for trying to bring back Everton's Gerard Deulofeu rather than focus on other targets.Jun 27, 09:17
Luis Garcia: 'Marco Verratti perfect for Barcelona'
Former Barcelona attacker Luis Garcia says that Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti would 'fit perfectly' at Camp Nou.Jun 26, 14:00
Marco Verratti issues ultimatum to Paris Saint-Germain
Rumoured Barcelona target Marco Verratti admits that the only way he will be persuaded to remain at Paris Saint-Germain is if they bring in big-name players this summer.Jun 24, 12:43
Barcelona chief: 'We will get all the players we require'
Barcelona find it difficult attracting players to the club as many know their playing time will be limited, according to sporting director Robert Fernandez.Jun 21, 19:05
Barcelona 'prepared to sell Ivan Rakitic'
A report claims that Barcelona will allow Ivan Rakitic to leave Camp Nou this summer if the Spanish giants sign Marco Verratti from Paris Saint-Germain.Jun 19, 11:14
Juventus "not interested" in midfielder Marco Verratti
Juventus general director Giuseppe Marotta rules out a move for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, who has been given a "crazy" valuation.Jun 17, 13:56
Paris Saint-Germain 'pull out of £70m Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal'
PSG reportedly pull out of a £70m deal to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, alerting a quartet of Premier League clubs.Jun 15, 18:29
Barcelona 'lining up £88m Marco Verratti bid'
Barcelona are reportedly preparing an £88m bid for midfielder Marco Verratti after he told Paris Saint-Germain that he wants to leave the club this summer.Jun 12, 12:22
Marco Verratti 'informs Paris Saint-Germain of plans to leave'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti could be on his way out of the French club after five years as he has reportedly made clear his intention to quit.Jun 11, 14:42
Juventus linked with Steven N'Zonzi, Andres Iniesta
Juventus are linked with summer moves for midfield pair Steven N'Zonzi and Andres Iniesta.Jun 10, 16:44
Agent: 'Marco Verratti open to Juventus move'
The agent of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti says that his client would be open to the idea of joining Juventus.Jun 9, 13:13
/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")
The Back Pages: Thursday's newspapers
Peruse the back pages of today's newspapers in the UK and across Europe.Jun 8, 09:13
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F11%2Fcorentin-tolisso-lyon.JPG "Lyon's Corentin Tolisso during the Europa League match against Roma on March 16, 2017")
Chelsea take interest in Corentin Tolisso?
Chelsea reportedly take an interest in signing Lyon midfielder Corentin Tolisso during the transfer window.Jun 1, 15:25
Chelsea willing to pay £55m for Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Verratti?
Chelsea are reportedly willing to pay £55m in order to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti.May 18, 13:12
Report: Josep Maria Bartomeu draws up Barcelona transfer shortlist
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu draws up a four-man transfer shortlist ahead of the 2017-18 season and is looking to raise £85m, according to reports.May 1, 08:50
Paris Saint-Germain beat AS Monaco to continue Coupe de la Ligue dominance
Paris Saint-Germain thrash Monaco 4-1 to win the Coupe de la Ligue title for the fourth year in a row, handing Unai Emery his first piece of silverware at the club.Apr 1, 20:55
Agent: 'Marco Verratti to stay at Paris Saint-Germain'
In-demand midfielder Marco Verratti will stay at Paris Saint-Germain until at least the summer of 2021, says his agent Donato Di Campli.Mar 20, 11:50
Patrick Kluivert: 'Marco Verratti will not leave Paris Saint-Germain'
Paris Saint-Germain's director of football Patrick Kluivert says that midfielder Marco Verratti will not be leaving the club this summer.Mar 10, 12:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fneymar.jpg "Neymar in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016")
Barcelona complete remarkable turnaround against Paris Saint-Germain
Barcelona create Champions League history after overturning a 4-0 deficit to beat Paris Saint-Germain 6-5 on aggregate and book their spot in the quarter-finals.Mar 8, 21:52
Xavi urges Barcelona to sign Marco Verratti
Former Barcelona star Xavi describes Marco Verratti as an "ideal signing" for the club.Mar 7, 19:40
Giuseppe Marotta doubts Marco Verratti signing
Juventus CEO Giuseppe Marotta claims that his team 'do not have an opportunity' to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti.Feb 18, 09:41
Marco Verratti plays down Barcelona speculation
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti says that his comments on a potential move to Barcelona were taken out of context.Feb 15, 14:49
Marco Verratti: 'Difficult to reject Barcelona'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti concedes that he would find it difficult to reject a move to Barcelona.Feb 14, 15:10
Chelsea 'make Marco Verratti top target'
Chelsea reportedly make Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti their prime target in the January transfer window.Dec 17, 15:37
Arsenal down to second in Group A after draw with Paris Saint-Germain
Arsenal look likely to finish in second place in Group A after they were held to a 2-2 draw by Paris Saint-Germain.Nov 23, 21:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Farsene-wenger_1.jpg "Arsene Wenger watches on during the Champions League game between Arsenal and Basel on September 28, 2016")
Live Commentary: Arsenal 2-2 Paris Saint-Germain - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.Nov 23, 18:45
Report: Chelsea target Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti
Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti, who is believed to be considering his future.Nov 9, 18:50
Report: Inter Milan lead race to sign midfielder Marco Verratti
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti is wanted by a string of European clubs, with Inter Milan the favourites to land his signature.Oct 30, 22:13
Agent: 'Marco Verratti could leave Paris Saint-Germain'
Midfielder Marco Verratti could leave Paris Saint-Germain in the near future, according to agent Donati Di Campli.Oct 29, 09:29
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud slams Marco Verratti's behaviour in sending-off
Olivier Giroud slams Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti for his conduct in the pair's sending-off at Parc des Princes.Sep 14, 08:34
Laurent Koscielny: 'Arsenal wanted three points from Paris Saint-Germain tie'
Laurent Koscielny admits that Arsenal's 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain is bittersweet, as his side were desperate for victory despite being far from their best.Sep 13, 21:32
Arsenal earn precious point away at Paris Saint-Germain
Arsenal begin their Champions League campaign with a 1-1 draw away at Paris Saint-Germain as both teams end with 10 men in France.Sep 13, 20:41
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