Ian Maatsen sign on loan for Borussia Dortmund on January 12, 2024
LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Dortmund loan Chelsea's Maatsen, Arsenal recall Marquinhos
Sports Mole provides live coverage of all of the latest transfer news, done deals and rumours from Friday, January 12.
Jan 12, 06:03
Argentina's Paulo Dybala during training on November 14, 2023
Transfer rumours: Paulo Dybala to Aston Villa, Stefano Sensi to Leicester City, Lazar Samardzic to Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole rounds up the latest January transfer rumours, including Paulo Dybala to Aston Villa, Stefano Sensi to Inter Milan and Lazar Samardzic to Udinese.
Jan 11, 22:28
Sporting Lisbon's Marcus Edwards celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on November 30, 2023
Transfer rumours: Marcus Edwards to West Ham, Kevin Danso to Bayern Munich, Philippe Coutinho to Inter Miami
Sports Mole rounds up some of the latest January transfer rumours, including Marcus Edwards to West Ham United, Kevin Danso to Bayern Munich and Philippe Coutinho to Inter Miami.
Jan 11, 10:39
Roma's Leonardo Spinazzola celebrates scoring their first goal with Stephan El Shaarawy on April 20, 2023
Arsenal, Aston Villa to battle for Roma's Leonardo Spinazzola?
Arsenal and Aston Villa are reportedly interested in Roma's Leonardo Spinazzola, with his contract set to expire in the summer.
Jan 9, 17:36
Chelsea's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their third goal on January 6, 2024
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup clash between Middlesbrough and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 7, 10:41
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts on December 30, 2023
Unai Emery provides Aston Villa transfer update
Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery hints at a quiet January transfer window for the club due to the difficulties of signing players in the winter market.
Jan 6, 15:58
Plymouth Argyle's Joe Edwards looks dejected on December 9, 2023
Preview:Plymouth Argyle vs. Sutton United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Plymouth Argyle and Sutton United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 4, 23:11
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts on December 30, 2023
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Middlesbrough and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 4, 12:38
AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori pictured on September 25, 2023
Transfer rumours: Fikayo Tomori to Bayern Munich, Jhon Duran to AC Milan, Finn Azaz to Middlesbrough
Sports Mole rounds up some of the latest January transfer rumours, including Fikayo Tomori to Bayern Munich, Jhon Duran to AC Milan and Finn Azaz to Middlesbrough.
Jan 4, 08:35
Burnley's Manuel Benson in action with Aston Villa's John McGinn and Douglas Luiz on August 27, 2023
Southampton 'in talks with Burnley for Manuel Benson'
Southampton are reportedly in talks with Burnley over the loan signing of Manuel Benson, with the deal containing an option to buy the winger in the summer.
Dec 31, 16:36
Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick after the match on December 19, 2023
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Coventry City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Championship clash between Middlesbrough and Coventry City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 30, 22:46
Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz celebrates after the match on November 12, 2023
Barcelona 'weighing up move for Arsenal-linked Douglas Luiz'
Barcelona are reportedly weighing up a summer move for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz, who has also attracted interest from Arsenal.
Dec 29, 12:47
 Aston Villa's Matty Cash celebrates after the match on December 9, 2023
Chelsea 'considering January move for Aston Villa right-back Matty Cash'
Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Aston Villa right-back Matty Cash during the January transfer window.
Dec 29, 00:00
Ineos chairman Jim Ratcliffe is pictured at Old Trafford in Manchester, Britain, March 17, 2023
Manchester United 'must consult Sir Jim Ratcliffe over possible Erik ten Hag sacking'
Manchester United will be unable to sack Erik ten Hag as manager without first consulting incoming minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Dec 28, 10:40
Aston Villa's Leander Dendoncker celebrates scoring their second goal on December 26, 2023
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Burnley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Burnley, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 28, 10:01
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford on December 26, 2023
Erik ten Hag hails "very good" Marcus Rashford performance against Aston Villa
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag hails Marcus Rashford's contribution against Aston Villa amid the ongoing criticism of the forward.
Dec 27, 13:28
West Ham United's Mohammed Kudus in action with Manchester United's Luke Shaw on December 23, 2023
Manchester United handed Luke Shaw, Sofyan Amrabat injury concerns
Manchester United duo Luke Shaw and Sofyan Amrabat missed Tuesday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa due to minor injury problems.
Dec 27, 12:48
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery at half time on November 30, 2023
Unai Emery: 'Aston Villa must move on after collapse against Manchester United'
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has admitted that his side cannot afford to dwell on losing to Manchester United on Boxing Day after previously holding a two-goal lead.
Dec 26, 23:05
Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund and Andre Onana celebrate after the match on December 26, 2023
Rasmus Hojlund's first Premier League goal completes Manchester United comeback
Rasmus Hojlund scores his first Premier League goal as Manchester United produce a remarkable comeback to defeat Aston Villa 3-2 at Old Trafford.
Dec 26, 22:00
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on November 1, 2023
Team News: Erik ten Hag makes four Manchester United changes for Aston Villa game
Erik ten Hag makes four Manchester United changes for Tuesday's Premier League fixture against Aston Villa.
Dec 26, 19:04
Brentford manager Thomas Frank celebrates after the match on October 21, 2023
Preview:Brentford vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Brentford and Wolverhampton Wanderers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 26, 11:50
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on December 6, 2023
Manchester United looking to extend 45-year record in Aston Villa game
Manchester United will be looking to extend a 45-year record when they play host to Aston Villa in the Premier League on Boxing Day.
Dec 25, 11:53
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on December 23, 2023
Preview:Manchester United vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 24, 08:47
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery at half time on November 30, 2023
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery content with "very good point" against Sheffield United
Unai Emery insists that he sees Aston Villa's 1-1 draw against Sheffield United as "a very good point" despite missing out on moving top of the Premier League table.
Dec 23, 11:07
Timo Werner in action for RB Leipzig on August 20, 2022
Aston Villa considering January bid for Timo Werner?
Aston Villa are allegedly contemplating whether to launch a January approach for RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner.
Dec 23, 09:26
Real Sociedad coach Imanol Alguacil with Martin Zubimendi on November 29, 2023
Arsenal 'unlikely to move for Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi in January'
Arsenal are reportedly unlikely to sign Real Sociedad's Marti Zubimendi in the New Year, although the Gunners remain keen on securing the midfielder in the summer.
Dec 22, 23:36
Sheffield United's Cameron Archer scores against Aston Villa on December 22, 2023
Aston Villa miss chance to go top as Sheffield United earn draw at Villa Park
Aston Villa miss the chance to go top of the Premier League table, as Sheffield United hold Unai Emery's side to a 1-1 draw at Villa Park.
Dec 22, 21:59
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts on October 29, 2023
Team News: Aston Villa, Sheffield United ring changes for Premier League clash
Aston Villa and Sheffield United make four and five changes respectively for Friday's Premier League game.
Dec 22, 19:04
Juventus' Samuel Iling-Junior pictured on November 11, 2023
Tottenham, Aston Villa, Brighton 'make contact with Juventus' Samuel Iling-Junior'
Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly make contact with Juventus winger Samuel Iling-Junior ahead of the January transfer window.
Dec 20, 19:04
Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz celebrates scoring against West Ham United on October 22, 2023
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 20, 14:46
Granit Xhaka celebrates scoring for Arsenal on May 28, 2023
Granit Xhaka: 'Arsenal showed me little respect in 2019, they wanted me out'
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka reveals that Arsenal tried to force him out of the club in 2019, but Mikel Arteta was the only person to show him "respect".
Dec 19, 13:13
Brentford and Aston Villa involved in scuffle in Premier League fixture on December 17, 2023.
Unai Emery criticises Aston Villa after they 'lose their minds' in Brentford win
Unai Emery hits out at his Aston Villa players, claiming that they "lost their minds" during the closing stages of their 2-1 victory over Brentford.
Dec 17, 19:46
Aston Villa's Alex Moreno celebrates scoring against Brentford on December 17, 2023
Aston Villa go second with narrow win over Brentford
Aston Villa come from behind to record a 2-1 victory over Brentford in Sunday afternoon's Premier League clash.
Dec 17, 16:02
Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz celebrates after the match on November 12, 2023
Arsenal 'to prioritise Douglas Luiz signing next year'
Arsenal are reportedly set to prioritise a move for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz over the next two transfer windows.
Dec 17, 14:17
Aston Villa's Clement Lenglet reacts in November 2023
AC Milan 'make contact with Barcelona over Clement Lenglet situation'
AC Milan reportedly contact Barcelona to ask for information about French defender Clement Lenglet, who is currently struggling for minutes on loan at Aston Villa.
Dec 17, 08:51
Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts on December 3, 2023
Confirmed gameweek 17 Premier League team news and manager quotes for every club
Sports Mole rounds up every Premier League club's confirmed team news ahead of gameweek 17, and what their managers have had to say about their injury situations.
Dec 15, 15:51
Aston Villa's John McGinn celebrates scoring their first goal on December 9, 2023
Preview:Brentford vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Brentford and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 15, 10:52
Aston Villa's John McGinn celebrates after the match on December 14, 2023
Aston Villa through to Conference League Round of 16 despite draw with Zrinjski Mostar
Aston Villa will benefit from playing two fewer games in the New Year after securing a spot in the Round of 16 in the Conference League with a 1-1 draw against Zrijnski.
Dec 14, 19:41
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery reacts on October 29, 2023
Team News: Filip Marschall, Jhon Duran among Aston Villa starters against Zrinjski Mostar
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery rings the changes for Thursday's Europa Conference League fixture against Zrinjski Mostar.
Dec 14, 16:39
Arsenal's Takehiro Tomiyasu walks off the field after being sent off on August 21, 2023
Arsenal team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole rounds up all of Arsenal's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Dec 14, 07:55
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