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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Liverpool being investigated over Dominic Solanke signing?
Liverpool's signing of Dominic Solanke from Chelsea may come under the spotlight as the Reds allegedly snapped him up by illegal means.Jun 11, 14:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F18%2Fjames-milner-dusan-tadic.jpg "James Milner and Dusan Tadic in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Southampton on May 7, 2017")
Liverpool plotting move for Southampton playmaker Dusan Tadic?
Liverpool reportedly identify Southampton winger Dusan Tadic as a potential transfer target following their failed pursuit of Virgil van Dijk.Jun 11, 12:09
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Manchester City 'withdraw interest in signing Virgil van Dijk'
Manchester City are reportedly the latest side to withdraw their interest in signing Southampton's Virgil van Dijk, leaving Chelsea as his only possible destination.Jun 11, 10:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F52%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016")
Virgil van Dijk 'received secret messages from Jurgen Klopp'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp met with Virgil van Dijk for face-to-face talks and sent him video messages to encourage him to join the club, according to a report.Jun 10, 13:53
Charlie Nicholas: 'Arsenal should target three key players'
Former Arsenal forward Charlie Nicholas says that Arsene Wenger should target moves for Raphael Varane and Alexandre Lacazette this summer.Jun 9, 08:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fvirgil-van-dijk_1.jpg "Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016")
Southampton 'content with Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk apology'
Southampton are reportedly satisfied with Liverpool's apology over their pursuit of defender Virgil van Dijk and will not press for further action to be taken.Jun 8, 14:41
Virgil van Dijk responds to transfer speculation
Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk posts a cryptic message suggesting that he is considering his future following the breakdown of his proposed move to Liverpool.Jun 8, 13:15
/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")
Southampton 'to demand £75m for Virgil van Dijk'
Southampton reportedly raise their asking price for Virgil van Dijk to £75m following the breakdown of his proposed move to Liverpool.Jun 8, 12:22
The Back Pages: Thursday's newspapers
Peruse the back pages of today's newspapers in the UK and across Europe.Jun 8, 09:13
Liverpool apologise to Southampton, end interest in Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool apologise to Southampton and end their interest in signing defender Virgil van Dijk during the summer transfer window.Jun 7, 17:51
Steven Gerrard backs Virgil van Dijk signing
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard believes that Virgil van Dijk is a missing part of Jurgen Klopp's jigsaw amid speculation that he will join the club from Southampton.Jun 7, 14:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fryan-bertrand.jpg "Ryan Bertrand in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017")
Chelsea remain in hunt for Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand?
Chelsea reportedly remain in the race to sign Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand, who is also said to be attracting interest from Manchester City.Jun 7, 11:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fromelu-lukaku.jpg "Romelu Lukaku in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Burnley on April 15, 2017")
The Back Pages: Wednesday's newspapers
Peruse the back pages of today's newspapers in the UK and across Europe.Jun 7, 05:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fst-marys-general-southampton.JPG "A general shot of St Mary's Stadium prior to Southampton's Premier League clash with Chelsea on October 30, 2016")
Southampton join race for Ruben Semedo?
Southampton reportedly enter the race to sign Sporting Lisbon defender Ruben Semedo, who is also said to be attracting the attention of Newcastle United.Jun 6, 11:46
Southampton call for investigation over Liverpool's interest in Virgil van Dijk?
Southampton reportedly ask the Premier League to investigate an alleged illegal approach from Liverpool for defender Virgil van Dijk.Jun 6, 10:56
Virgil van Dijk 'favours Liverpool over Manchester City, Chelsea'
A report claims that Southampton centre-back Virgil van Dijk prefers a summer transfer to Liverpool over fellow interested sides Chelsea and Manchester City.Jun 5, 19:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F09%2Fjurgen-klopp-liverpool.jpg "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match against Arsenal on March 4, 2017")
Liverpool to target RB Leipzig pair Naby Keita, Timo Werner?
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reportedly decides to target moves for RB Leipzig pair Naby Keita and Timo Werner.Jun 5, 10:41
Liverpool 'prepared to match any Virgil van Dijk bids'
Liverpool are reportedly willing to match any bids from Manchester City and Chelsea in the race to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk this summer.Jun 4, 18:39
Report: Virgil van Dijk to seal Manchester City switch
Southampton star Virgil van Dijk is set on a move to Manchester City after snubbing both Chelsea and Liverpool, according to reports.Jun 4, 11:32
Neil Lennon: 'Virgil van Dijk could be best defender in world'
Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon says that Southampton's Virgil van Dijk has the potential to become the best defender in the world.Jun 2, 18:26
Report: Southampton want £70m for Virgil van Dijk
A report claims that Southampton will not consider selling in-demand centre-back Virgil van Dijk this summer for anything less than £70m.Jun 2, 12:26
Huddersfield Town appoint David Moss as head of football operations
Huddersfield Town confirm the appointment of former Celtic chief scout David Moss as their new head of football operations.Jun 1, 12:32
Chelsea increase attempts to sign Virgil van Dijk?
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to offer wages of £170,000 per week in order to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk.Jun 1, 10:27
Virgil van Dijk attracted by prospect of working under Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool?
Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk is reportedly attracted by the prospect of playing under Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.May 31, 10:22
Chelsea enquire about Bayern Munich centre-back Jerome Boateng?
Chelsea reportedly make an enquiry about the availability of Bayern Munich centre-back Jerome Boateng.May 29, 15:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fpep-guardiola.jpg "Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`")
Manchester City to give Pep Guardiola £300m transfer kitty?
Manchester City are reportedly prepared to hand coach Pep Guardiola a £300m summer transfer kitty in order to help secure the coach's major targets.May 27, 10:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fjurgen-klopp.jpg "Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the Premier League game between West Ham United and Liverpool on May 14, 2017")
Jurgen Klopp to break transfer record for RB Leipzig's Naby Keita?
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp could break the club's transfer record in order to land £50m-rated RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita, according to a report.May 27, 08:12
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool "blessed" to have Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard claims that top players will 'jump at the chance' to work with "world-class manager" Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.May 26, 18:45
Manchester United 'finalise defensive transfer shortlist'
A report claims that Jose Mourinho has handed chairman Ed Woodward a three-player shortlist to shore up Manchester United's defensive ranks for next season.May 25, 20:35
Chelsea eyeing summer move for CSKA playmaker Aleksandr Golovin?
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte could make a summer move for CSKA Moscow playmaker Aleksandr Golovin, according to a report in the press.May 21, 09:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F02%2Fryan-sessegnon.jpg "Ryan Sessegnon in action during the FA Cup game between Cardiff City and Fulham on January 8, 2017")
Ryan Sessegnon 'top of Liverpool wishlist'
Liverpool reportedly place Fulham full-back Ryan Sessegnon at the top of their transfer wishlist, ahead of the likes of Virgil van Dijk, Timo Werner and Naby Keita.May 19, 21:18
Southampton coach Eric Black: 'Virgil van Dijk will have options to leave'
Southampton assistant manager Eric Black believes that Virgil van Dijk will have "options" to leave this summer but is hopeful that the defender will stay.May 10, 15:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fantonio-conte.jpg "Antonio Conte celebrates as Nemanja Matic makes it three during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Chelsea 'to hand Antonio Conte a new contract and big transfer kitty'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte will reportedly receive a new contract and a large transfer kitty in a bid to keep Inter Milan at bay.May 10, 10:14
Preview:Southampton vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Wednesday evening's Premier League meeting between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium.May 9, 12:08
Liverpool 'confident of signing Virgil van Dijk despite Southampton stance'
Liverpool are reportedly still confident of signing Virgil van Dijk, despite Claude Puel insisting that the defender will remain at Southampton next season.May 9, 10:34
Claude Puel: 'Virgil van Dijk to remain at Southampton'
Southampton manager Claude Puel says that Virgil van Dijk will remain at St Mary's, despite speculation regarding his future.May 8, 15:58
Report: Chelsea offer Southampton cash plus Andreas Christensen for Virgil van Dijk
Chelsea edge into pole position to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk due to a cash plus Andreas Christensen offer, according to reports.May 2, 15:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fclaude-puel.jpg "Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`")
Claude Puel job 'in danger after bust-ups with Southampton players'
Southampton manager Claude Puel's job is reportedly in danger after a number of senior players have become disillusioned with life under the Frenchman.May 2, 13:25
John Barnes urges Liverpool to sign Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool legend John Barnes urges the club to sign Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk this summer and does not believe that they should be put off by his price tag.Apr 30, 21:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F16%2Fyouri-tielemans.jpg "Youri Tielemans takes a free kick during the Europa League game between Manchester United and Anderlecht on April 20, 2017")
Report: Youri Tielemans heads Manchester City transfer wishlist
A report claims that Anderlecht midfielder Youri Tielemans is Pep Guardiola's top transfer target, as he looks to bolster his Manchester City side.Apr 28, 18:56
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