Manchester United's Shinji Kagawa celebrates scoring his third goal against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Leighton Baines arrival key to Shinji Kagawa's best form at Manchester United
Shinji Kagawa had a mixed first season at Manchester United. Here, Sports Mole explains why signing Leighton Baines may help the champions get the best out of their Japanese international.
Jun 22, 10:08
Roberto Soldado
Five players Arsenal should sign
Sports Mole looks at five players who could improve the Arsenal squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
Jun 17, 10:28
Robin van Persie scores for the Netherlands during their World Cup qualifier with Estonia on March 22, 2013
Robin van Persie: 'Euro 2012 media silence was Arsenal's request'
Robin van Persie admits that his media silence during Euro 2012 was at the request of Arsenal.
Jun 14, 11:28
Manchester United's Shinji Kagawa celebrates scoring his third goal against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Shinji Kagawa: 'I want to emulate Robin van Persie, Wayne Rooney'
Shinji Kagawa insists that he wants to match the performances of Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie in a Manchester United shirt next season.
Jun 11, 04:58
Robbie Fowler
Robbie Fowler hopes Luiz Suarez stays at Liverpool
Robbie Fowler insists that Luis Suarez can help Liverpool win trophies again if he stays at Anfield.
Jun 11, 04:46
Galatasaray's Wesley Sneijder during the Champions League quarter final match against Real Madrid on April 3, 2013
Jose Mourinho quoted £12.75m for Wesley Sneijder reunion
Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are quoted a price of £12.75m by Galatasaray to sign Wesley Sneijder.
Jun 11, 01:16
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Robin van Persie would have "preferred" Sir Alex Ferguson stay
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie admits he would have "preferred" if Sir Alex Ferguson had stayed at the club.
Jun 10, 01:59
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates with Sir Alex Ferguson after scoring a penalty against Stoke on April 14, 2013
Robin van Persie: 'Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement announcement was emotional'
Robin van Persie describes the moment that Sir Alex Ferguson told the Manchester United squad that he was retiring.
Jun 8, 23:00
Holland forward Robin Van Persie celebrates a goal against Romania on March 26, 2013
Robin van Persie "honoured" to receive Netherlands captaincy
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie admits that he is "honoured" to have been handed the captaincy for the Netherlands.
Jun 7, 19:05
Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara in action on May 1, 2013
The Manchester battle for Thiago Alcantara
Sports Mole assesses which of the two Manchester clubs are more likely to sign Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara.
Jun 5, 11:03
Wayne Rooney
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney not interested in switching positions
Wayne Rooney admits that he did not relish playing in a deeper role during the season for Manchester United.
Jun 5, 08:31
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Robin van Persie: "I want more medals"
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie wants his side to build on their success last season and win further trophies and competitions.
Jun 4, 23:47
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Manchester United's Robin van Persie: 'We can win more next season'
Robin van Persie says that winning the Premier League title with Manchester United has given him the taste for more trophies next season.
Jun 4, 08:36
Manchester United's Robin van Persie scores his first goal against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Rafael da Silva praises Robin van Persie, Shinji Kagawa's impact at Manchester United
Manchester United's Rafael believes that signing Robin van Persie and Shinji Kagawa helped the club to regain the Premier League title.
Jun 3, 14:55
Wayne Rooney moments after missing a penalty during the FA Cup third round replay against West Ham on January 16, 2013
Edwin van der Sar backs Wayne Rooney to stay at Manchester United
Edwin van der Sar claims that there is too much pressure on Wayne Rooney, but admits that he could rediscover his form under new Manchester United manager David Moyes.
Jun 2, 14:27
Atletico Madrid star Radamel Falcao celebrates his goal against Deportivo on December 9, 2012
Who will replace Radamel Falcao at Atletico Madrid?
Sports Mole takes a look at five strikers who could replace Colombian international Radamel Falcao at Atletico Madrid.
Jun 2, 09:34
Iago Aspas celebrates scoring against Real Madrid.
In Profile: Liverpool's potential new signing Iago Aspas
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Iago Aspas, who is believed to be nearing a switch to Liverpool.
Jun 1, 10:07
Manchester United's Robin van Persie scores his second goal against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Video: Robin van Persie goes up against youngsters in Holland tournament
Robin van Persie shows off his skills while taking on a group of youngsters during a football tournament in Holland.
May 30, 11:51
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger prior to his side's match against West Bromwich Albion on April 6, 2013
Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere will not be sold'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that none of his top players will be sold in the summer as he looks to add "at least three" big signings to his squad.
May 26, 07:34
Robin van Persie scores for the Netherlands during their World Cup qualifier with Estonia on March 22, 2013
Robin van Persie receives Netherlands call-up
Robin van Persie forms part of the Netherlands squad that will face Indonesia and China next month.
May 22, 14:02
Robin Van Persie celebrates scoring the winner against Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Sports Mole readers' Premier League Team of the Season
The votes are in! Here is who the readers of Sports Mole voted to be in their Premier League Team of the Season.
May 22, 13:40
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Robin van Persie collects Barclays Golden Boot award for second year
Robin van Persie collects the Barclays Golden Boot for scoring 26 goals over the course of Manchester United's Premier League-winning season.
May 22, 10:44
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson and his players celebrate with the Premier League trophy during the winners parade on May 13, 2013
End-of-season report: Manchester United
Sports Mole looks back over Sir Alex Ferguson's last campaign as manager of Manchester United.
May 21, 14:02
Wigan Athletic players celebrate on the pitch after beating Manchester City to win the FA Cup on May 11, 2013
End-of-season report: Wigan Athletic
Sports Mole takes a look at a season for Wigan Athletic that has had its ups and downs.
May 21, 14:01
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger celebrates after the final whistle in the Premier League match against Newcastle on May 19, 2013
End-of-season report: Arsenal
Sports Mole reviews Arsenal's attempts to end their trophy drought at the Emirates Stadium.
May 21, 14:00
Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on March 30, 2013
End-of-season report: Southampton
Sports Mole looks back over a season which saw Southampton make a successful return to the top flight.
May 21, 14:00
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini waves during his side's FA Cup match with Barnsley on MArch 9, 2013
End-of-season report: Manchester City
As the 2012-13 season has come to an end, Sports Mole takes a look back at how Manchester City fared following last season's Premier League triumph.
May 21, 13:59
Stoke City manager Tony Pulis during the match against Southampton on December 29, 2012
End-of-season report: Stoke City
Sports Mole casts an eye over what could have been Tony Pulis's last season at the Stoke City helm.
May 21, 13:58
Manchester United's Robin van Persie scores his second goal against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Sports Mole's Premier League Goal of the Season
The Sports Mole team votes to bring you our top three goals of the most recent Premier League season.
May 20, 12:58
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal on December 29, 2012
Robin van Persie wants more titles with Manchester United
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie targets more trophies at the club.
May 19, 22:13
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Robin van Persie wants more trophies
Robin van Persie insists that Manchester United will go on to win more trophies next year because it is in the make-up of the club.
May 19, 19:25
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson acknowledges the fans after his final game in charge of the club on May 19, 2013
Match Analysis: West Bromwich Albion 5-5 Manchester United
Sports Mole attempts to make sense of Sir Alex Ferguson's 1500th and final game in charge of Manchester United - a 5-5 draw at West Brom.
May 19, 18:06
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson salutes the fans prior the the match against West Brom on May 19, 2013
Ten goals in Sir Alex Ferguson's last match
Sir Alex Ferguson signs out as Manchester United manager with an amazing 5-5 draw away at West Bromwich Albion.
May 19, 16:56
Michael Carrick
Team News: Michael Carrick captains Manchester United
Michael Carrick will be the last captain of Manchester United under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson.
May 19, 14:19
Manchester United's Javier Hernandez celebrates scoring his side's fifth goal against West Brom on May 19, 2013
Live Commentary: West Bromwich Albion 5-5 Manchester United - as it happened
Read how the curtain came down on Sir Alex Ferguson's career with a first ever 5-5 scoreline in the Premier League era at West Bromwich Albion.
May 19, 14:00
John Curtis in action for Manchester United.
Interview: Former Manchester United defender John Curtis
Sports Mole catches up with former Manchester United defender John Curtis to discuss Sir Alex Ferguson, David Beckham and Paul Scholes.
May 18, 14:07
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal on December 1, 2012
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal are over Robin van Persie departure'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has insisted that his side have gotten over the departure of striker Robin van Persie last summer.
May 18, 06:47
Wayne Rooney poses with the Premier League trophy
Arsene Wenger: 'No contact with Manchester United over Wayne Rooney'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that no contact has been made with Manchester United over the availability of Wayne Rooney.
May 17, 10:20
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Robin van Persie wins fans award
Robin van Persie says that he is honoured to have been awarded the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award by the fans.
May 16, 08:01
Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick named Manchester United Player of the Year
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick is voted the club's Players' Player of the Year.
May 16, 00:23
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