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
Ray Parlour: 'Alexis Sanchez would be a bigger loss than Mesut Ozil for Arsenal'
Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour urges the club to "break the bank" if they want to keep Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil at the Emirates.
Dec 21, 13:58
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
Manchester United closing in on Victor Lindelof deal
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is reportedly optimistic of buying Benfica centre-back Victor Lindelof for less than his £38m release clause.
Dec 21, 13:48
Everton striker Romelu Lukaku celebrates after scoring the opening goal in his side's 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at Goodison Park on September 30, 2016
New Romelu Lukaku contract "99.9%" complete
Agent Mino Raiola reveals that Romelu Lukaku's new contract at Everton is "99.9%" completed, but refuses to rule out the possibility of the striker leaving next summer.
Dec 21, 13:38
Zlatan Ibrahimovic of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Mino Raiola: 'Zlatan Ibrahimovic likely to stay at Manchester United'
The agent of Zlatan Ibrahimovic reveals that it is a question of when rather than if the striker will extend his stay at Manchester United for a second season.
Dec 21, 13:27
Ronald Koeman is all smiles during the Premier League game between Everton and Liverpool on December 19, 2016
Ronald Koeman hints at busy January transfer window for Everton
Everton manager Ronald Koeman admits that his side need investment in the next two transfer windows if they are to achieve their goals.
Dec 21, 13:19
Virgil Van Dijk in action during the Europa League game between Southampton and Hapoel Be'er Sheva on December 8, 2016
Southampton 'set £45m asking price for Virgil van Dijk'
Southampton reportedly place a £45m asking price on Virgil van Dijk in an attempt to price interested clubs out of a move for the defender.
Dec 21, 13:10
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford in action for his side during their Premier League clash with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016
West Ham United to make Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford loan bid?
West Ham United are reportedly lining up an ambitious loan bid to sign either Marcus Rashford or Anthony Martial on loan from Manchester United in January.
Dec 20, 23:01
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on from the stands ahead of his side's Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Manchester United 'keen to extend Jose Mourinho contract'
Manchester United are reportedly keen to extend Jose Mourinho's stay at the club despite the former Chelsea boss being less than six months in to a three-year contract.
Dec 20, 22:47
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
Reece Oxford looking to emulate "fantastic" Mark Noble at West Ham United
West Ham United youngster Reece Oxford reveals that he wants to emulate long-serving teammate Mark Noble and become captain of the club in the future.
Dec 20, 22:36
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Luis Enrique "optimistic" about Barcelona season
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique insists that he is still "optimistic" about his side's chances this season despite sitting three points behind Real Madrid in La Liga.
Dec 20, 22:26
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
Pablo Zabaleta eyeing New Year's Eve return against Liverpool
Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta hopes to be back in action in time for his side's New Year's Eve clash with Liverpool after picking up a knee injury.
Dec 20, 22:16
Chelsea defender David Luiz during the Premier League clash with Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium on November 20, 2016
Jamie Carragher hails "outstanding" David Luiz
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher includes the "outstanding" David Luiz in his Premier League team of the season so far.
Dec 20, 22:01
Joel Matip in action for Liverpool on September 20, 2016
Joel Matip to face three-week suspension over AFCON snub?
Liverpool defender Joel Matip is one of seven Cameroon players who could face a three-week ban after snubbing the Africa Cup of Nations.
Dec 20, 21:41
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Petra Kvitova ruled out for at least three months following knife attack
Petra Kvitova will miss at least three months of action after being the victim of a knife attack at her home.
Dec 20, 21:20
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
Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista bemoans "basic mistakes"
Arsenal defender Gabriel Paulista admits that his side were punished for "basic mistakes" during their back-to-back defeats at the hands of Everton and Manchester City.
Dec 20, 21:17
Lionel Messi of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu confident of Lionel Messi stay
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu is confident that Lionel Messi will stay at the club until the end of his career despite still being unable to agree a new deal.
Dec 20, 20:57
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Geoffrey Boycott backs Joe Root to replace Alastair Cook as England captain
Former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott urges Alastair Cook to step down as captain in order to allow Joe Root time to settle into the role ahead of The Ashes.
Dec 20, 20:45
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
Amos Adamu facing second ban from football
Former FIFA executive committee member Amos Adamu is facing a second ban from football, this time for two years, due to various ethics code violations.
Dec 20, 20:26
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
Saido Berahino 'wanted by overseas clubs'
West Bromwich Albion striker Saido Berahino is reportedly wanted by clubs in England and abroad and could sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign side on January 1.
Dec 20, 20:13
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George North returns to Northampton Saints training
Northampton Saints winger George North returns to training and is in contention to play against Sale Sharks following his latest head injury.
Dec 20, 20:00
Romelu Lukaku gets fantasy points galore, especially as captain, after scoring the opening goal in his side's Premier League clash with West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Romelu Lukaku 'closing in on club-record Everton contract'
Everton striker Romelu Lukaku is reportedly closing in on a new contract that would make him the highest-paid player in the club's history.
Dec 20, 19:41
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
Gareth McAuley "completely relaxed" over West Bromwich Albion future
West Bromwich Albion defender Gareth McAuley insists that he is not worried about his future beyond the end of his current contract, which expires next summer.
Dec 20, 19:29
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
Joey Barton: 'Great to be back at Burnley'
New Burnley midfielder Joey Barton says that it is "great to be back" at the club, having rejoined on a free transfer until the end of the season.
Dec 20, 19:12
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
Manchester United 'slash Memphis Depay asking price'
Manchester United reportedly slash their asking price for out-of-favour winger Memphis Depay as they look to offload the Everton target in January.
Dec 20, 15:58
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
Arsenal 'to make £30m move for Julian Draxler'
Arsenal will reportedly table a £30m bid in an attempt to sign Julian Draxler from Wolfsburg in January.
Dec 20, 15:44
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James DeGale: 'Tyson Fury is the real champion'
James DeGale believes that the absence of the "real champ" Tyson Fury will undermine Anthony Joshua's upcoming heavyweight title bout with Wladimir Klitschko.
Dec 20, 15:30
Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on October 15, 2016
Liverpool 'interested in signing Kasper Schmeichel'
Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing £20m-rated Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel in January.
Dec 20, 15:17
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Alastair Cook: 'England were not good enough against India'
England captain Alastair Cook admits that his side were not good enough against India and have not shown significant progress over the past year.
Dec 20, 15:03
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
Xherdan Shaqiri reveals Liverpool, Atletico Madrid interest
Stoke City midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri reveals that Liverpool and Atletico Madrid were interested in signing him before the 2014 World Cup.
Dec 20, 14:49
Everton goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg in action during his side's 1-1 draw with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Everton to assess James McCarthy, Maarten Stekelenburg injuries
Everton boss Ronald Koeman reveals that James McCarthy and Maarten Stekelenburg are doubts to face Leicester on Boxing Day having picked up injuries against Liverpool.
Dec 20, 14:39
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on October 25, 2016
Dejan Lovren hails Daniel Sturridge impact in Merseyside derby
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren praises the impact made by Daniel Sturridge on his return from injury during the Merseyside derby victory over Everton.
Dec 20, 14:25
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
David Wagner 'turns down Wolfsburg job'
Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner reportedly turns down an approach from Wolfsburg to become their new manager.
Dec 20, 14:17
Jonjo Shelvey for Newcastle United during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Wolverhampton Wanderers "welcome" Jonjo Shelvey ban
Wolves release a statement saying that they "welcome" the FA's decision to ban Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey for five games following an allegation of racial abuse.
Dec 20, 14:04
Sadio Mane in action for Liverpool on August 6, 2016
Sadio Mane: 'Festive schedule not a problem for Liverpool'
Liverpool attacker Sadio Mane sees no reason why his side cannot continue their recent good form throughout the packed festive schedule and beyond.
Dec 20, 13:51
Big Seamus Coleman in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on December 13, 2016
Seamus Coleman urges Everton response to derby defeat
Everton defender Seamus Coleman urges his side to bounce back from their late defeat at the hands of Merseyside rivals Liverpool at Goodison Park.
Dec 20, 13:42
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
Real Madrid see FIFA-imposed transfer ban halved
Real Madrid see their FIFA-imposed transfer ban halved by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, meaning that they will be free to sign players again in summer 2017.
Dec 20, 13:32
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
Erik Pieters yellow card transferred to Bruno Martins Indi
Stoke City confirm that the yellow card shown to Erik Pieters during the 2-2 draw with Leicester has been transferred to Bruno Martins Indi due to mistaken identity.
Dec 20, 13:20
Dejan Lovren in action for Liverpool on October 1, 2016
Dejan Lovren: 'Liverpool are title contenders'
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren declares his side title contenders following a second consecutive clean sheet in the 1-0 win over Merseyside rivals Everton.
Dec 20, 13:07
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
Antonio Conte all but confirms Oscar exit
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte all but confirms that Oscar will leave the club to join Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG in January.
Dec 16, 23:00
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on the touchline during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Arsene Wenger: 'I admire Pep Guardiola'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger declares his admiration for Manchester City counterpart Pep Guardiola ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between the two sides.
Dec 16, 22:49
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