Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 24, 2021
Five talking points ahead of this week's Premier League fixtures
There are a number of questions which require an answer over the course of 10 fixtures in three days.
Jan 25, 14:34
 Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante pictured on July 4, 2020
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sports Mole rounds up all of Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday.
Jan 25, 13:25
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on November 4, 2020
Chelsea players 'complained about Frank Lampard tactics'
Frank Lampard reportedly regularly informed his Chelsea players to "go out and express themselves", rather than providing any more detailed instructions.
Jan 25, 12:58
 RB Leipzig boss Ralf Rangnick pictured in February 2019
Ralf Rangnick 'turns down interim Chelsea job following Frank Lampard sacking'
A report claims that Chelsea have failed in their attempt to appoint former RB Leipzig boss Ralf Rangnick as their manager on a temporary basis.
Jan 25, 12:31
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 24, 2021
Chelsea confirm Frank Lampard sacking
Chelsea confirm the sacking of club legend Frank Lampard as manager following a run of just two wins from their last eight Premier League games.
Jan 25, 11:27
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in November 2020
Thomas Tuchel 'to replace Frank Lampard as Chelsea boss'
Chelsea reportedly agree a deal with former Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel to take over from soon-to-be-sacked boss Frank Lampard at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 25, 10:40
 Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on January 9, 2021
Report: Brendan Rodgers being lined up as Frank Lampard replacement
Roman Abramovich will consider appointing Brendan Rodgers as Chelsea's next boss if Frank Lampard fails to turn around the Blues' poor run of form, according to a report.
Jan 24, 09:00
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 9, 2021
Frank Lampard: 'I will fight to get Chelsea out of trouble'
The Blues have lost five of their last eight Premier League games.
Jan 22, 22:46
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 9, 2021
Frank Lampard ignoring speculation over Chelsea future
The Blues have lost five of their last eight Premier League matches.
Jan 22, 15:13
 RB Leipzig head coach Julian Nagelsmann pictured on January 20, 2021
Chelsea 'will be forced to wait for RB Leipzig manager Julian Nagelsmann'
RB Leipzig are in no position to allow manager Julian Nagelsmann to depart for Chelsea midway through the Bundesliga season, according to a report.
Jan 21, 23:09
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in November 2020
Chelsea begin talks with Thomas Tuchel over replacing Frank Lampard?
Thomas Tuchel's representatives have reportedly been contacted by Chelsea over the possibility of replacing Frank Lampard.
Jan 21, 09:52
 Neymar in action for PSG on October 24, 2020
Neymar 'set to pen new long-term deal with Paris Saint-Germain'
Neymar prepares to sign a new long-term contract with Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report.
Jan 13, 23:47
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 9, 2021
Chelsea 'draw up five-man shortlist of Frank Lampard replacements'
Out-of-work bosses Thomas Tuchel and Massimiliano Allegri are reportedly in contention to replace Frank Lampard as Chelsea's next manager.
Jan 13, 13:17
 Sergio Aguero in action for Manchester City on December 15, 2020
Paris Saint-Germain to snap up Sergio Aguero from Manchester City?
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is wanted on a free transfer by Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report.
Jan 8, 12:09
 Mainz 05's Jean-Philippe Mateta scores against Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on June 27, 2020
Preview:Mainz 05 vs. Eintracht Frankfurt - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 7, 12:18
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in November 2020
Chelsea 'were warned off appointing Thomas Tuchel in 2017'
Chelsea were reportedly warned against appointing Thomas Tuchel as manager back in 2017, after they parted company with former boss Antonio Conte.
Jan 5, 23:38
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 3, 2021
Chelsea 'willing to give Frank Lampard time'
Chelsea are reportedly willing to give Frank Lampard more time at the helm, but the Blues hierarchy will not hesitate to make changes if their current slump continues.
Jan 5, 12:20
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 3, 2021
Tuesday's papers: Frank Lampard, Sergio Ramos, Dele Alli
Pressure is growing on Frank Lampard, while Manchester City are becoming keener on Sergio Ramos, according to the rumour mill.
Jan 5, 08:49
 Chelsea manager Frank Lampard pictured on January 3, 2021
Chelsea 'draw up four-man shortlist of Frank Lampard replacements'
Chelsea reportedly identify Brendan Rodgers, Thomas Tuchel, Ralph Hasenhuttl and Massimiliano Allegri as potential Frank Lampard replacements.
Jan 4, 23:08
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG duo Neymar and Kylian Mbappe celebrate after scoring against Istanbul Basaksehir on December 9, 2020
Preview:Saint-Etienne vs. Paris Saint-Germain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Ligue 1 clash between Saint-Etienne and Paris Saint-Germain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 4, 14:54
 Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers pictured on November 22, 2020
Brendan Rodgers 'favourite to succeed Frank Lampard as next Chelsea boss'
With the pressure building on Frank Lampard at Chelsea, Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers is considered the favourite to take over at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 4, 13:17
 Dele Alli in action for Spurs on November 26, 2020
Mauricio Pochettino 'contacts Dele Alli to discuss PSG move'
Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino contacts Tottenham Hotspur attacker Dele Alli to discuss a January move, according to a report.
Jan 3, 23:25
 Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe pictured on August 22, 2020
PSG 'hoping to ward off Liverpool interest in Kylian Mbappe with new deal'
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly determined to agree a new deal with Kylian Mbappe in order to fend off interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid.
Jan 3, 12:51
 Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019
Paris Saint-Germain appoint Mauricio Pochettino as new manager
The 48-year-old Argentinian succeeds Thomas Tuchel, who was sacked by PSG last month.
Jan 2, 16:27
 Dele Alli in action for Spurs on November 26, 2020
Mauricio Pochettino to take Dele Alli with him to Paris Saint-Germain?
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly weighing up a January move for Dele Alli once he is confirmed as the new manager of Paris Saint-Germain.
Dec 30, 09:14
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in November 2020
PSG confirm Thomas Tuchel's contract has been terminated
Former Tottenham manager and PSG defender Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly been lined up to replace Thomas Tuchel.
Dec 29, 11:38
 Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri pictured in May 2019
Paris Saint-Germain 'wanted Massimiliano Allegri ahead of Mauricio Pochettino'
Paris Saint-Germain chief Leonardo was reportedly keen to appoint Massimiliano Allegri as their new manager before being put off by the Italian's wage demands.
Dec 28, 18:45
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG manager Thomas Tuchel pictured in September 2020
Thomas Tuchel 'interested in Chelsea job'
Former Paris Saint-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel would reportedly be interested in becoming the next Chelsea manager if the position becomes available.
Dec 28, 09:10
 Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez watches his side take on Wolves on February 11, 2019
Arsenal board 'want Rafael Benitez as Mikel Arteta replacement'
Arsenal reportedly identify former Liverpool and Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez as their top choice to replace Mikel Arteta if they sack their current boss.
Dec 27, 14:02
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on December 19, 2020
Mauricio Pochettino wants Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain?
Mauricio Pochettino is hoping to persuade Lionel Messi to move to Paris Saint-Germain as he prepares to take the reins in the French capital, according to a report.
Dec 26, 23:10
 Dele Alli in action for Spurs on November 26, 2020
Dele Alli to follow Mauricio Pochettino to Paris Saint-Germain?
Mauricio Pochettino could reportedly target a loan deal for Tottenham Hotspur attacker Dele Alli once he has become Paris Saint-Germain boss.
Dec 24, 19:48
 France's Kylian Mbappe in action against Sweden in the UEFA Nations League on September 5, 2020
Real Madrid 'suffer blow in Kylian Mbappe pursuit'
Real Madrid's chances of signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe reportedly take a huge hit.
Dec 24, 19:34
 Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019
Five things you may not know about PSG-linked Mauricio Pochettino
The former Southampton and Tottenham boss feels ready to return to management.
Dec 24, 13:23
 Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino reacts on November 9, 2019
Mauricio Pochettino 'agrees Paris Saint-Germain deal after Tuchel sacking'
Paris Saint-Germain agree a deal with Mauricio Pochettino to become their new manager after Thomas Tuchel's sacking, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Dec 24, 12:33
 Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger pictured in July 2020
Paris Saint-Germain to sign Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger in January?
Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel reportedly identifies Chelsea centre-back Antonio Rudiger as an ideal signing in the January transfer window.
Dec 23, 18:20
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG duo Neymar and Kylian Mbappe celebrate after scoring against Istanbul Basaksehir on December 9, 2020
Preview:Paris Saint-Germain vs. Strasbourg - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Ligue 1 clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Strasbourg, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 21, 20:30
 Paris Saint-Germain PSG duo Neymar and Kylian Mbappe celebrate after scoring against Istanbul Basaksehir on December 9, 2020
Preview:Lille vs. Paris Saint-Germain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Ligue 1 clash between Lille and Paris Saint-Germain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 18, 18:39
 Rennes head coach Julien Stephan pictured on November 4, 2020
Preview:Lorient vs. Rennes - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Ligue 1 clash between Lorient and Rennes, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 18, 14:40
 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe in action with Manchester United's Axel Tuanzebe in the Champions League on October 20, 2020
Kylian Mbappe 'could snub new deal if Paris Saint-Germain lose to Barcelona'
Kylian Mbappe could reportedly reject a new deal with Paris Saint-Germain if the French giants are eliminated by Barcelona in the last-16 stage of the Champions League.
Dec 16, 18:18
 Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar reacts after sustaining an injury against Lyon in Ligue 1 on December 13, 2020
Paris Saint-Germain confirm Neymar has avoided broken ankle
Paris Saint-Germain confirm that initial results over Neymar's injury are "reassuring" and the Brazilian attacker has not broken his ankle.
Dec 14, 19:02
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