Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Chelsea injury and suspension list vs. Malmo
Sports Mole rounds up the latest injury and suspension news for Chelsea ahead of their Europa League showdown with Malmo.
Feb 19, 10:50
Manchester United's players pile on after Paul Pogba scores their second against Chelsea on February 18, 2019
Juan Mata hails "perfect reaction" from Manchester United
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata admits that he and his teammates are full of confidence after returning to winning ways with a 2-0 victory against Chelsea.
Feb 19, 09:57
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde pictured on November 24, 2018
Report: Barcelona finalising deal for Brazilian defender Vitao
Barcelona are close to adding young Brazilian defender Vitao to their ranks after opening talks with the player's representatives, according to a report.
Feb 19, 09:46
Luka Jovic in action for Eintracht Frankfurt on October 4, 2018
Barcelona 'leading race to sign Serbian striker Luka Jovic'
Barcelona are reportedly negotiating a deal with Eintracht Frankfurt for striker Luka Jovic ahead of the summer transfer window.
Feb 19, 09:35
Porto centre-back Eder Militao celebrates after scoring in a Champions League game in November 2018
Real Madrid 'close to completing Eder Militao capture'
A report claims that Real Madrid are closing in on the signing of versatile Porto defender Eder Militao, who is believed to available for around £45m.
Feb 19, 09:24
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured before the Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on February 12, 2019
Liverpool to revive interest in Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho?
English winger Jadon Sancho may reportedly be back on Liverpool's transfer radar following an impressive 18-month spell in German football with Borussia Dortmund.
Feb 19, 09:09
Manchester United's players pile on after Paul Pogba scores their second against Chelsea on February 18, 2019
Manchester United knock out Chelsea to reach FA Cup quarter-finals
Manchester United ease to a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in round five of the FA Cup, courtesy of first-half goals from Ander Herrera and Paul Pogba.
Feb 18, 21:25
Manchester United's players pile on after Paul Pogba scores their second against Chelsea on February 18, 2019
Live Commentary: Chelsea 0-2 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester United's 2-0 win over Chelsea, as two first-half goals saw United through to the last eight.
Feb 18, 19:25
Manchester City celebrate taking the lead against Everton in the Premier League on February 6, 2019.
How Manchester City could line up against Schalke 04
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Schalke 04.
Feb 18, 13:23
Leroy Sane is joined in celebration by Gabriel Jesus after scoring for Manchester City against Hoffenheim in their Champions League clash on December 12, 2018
Preview:Schalke 04 vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the Champions League last-16 first leg between Schalke 04 and Manchester City.
Feb 18, 13:00
Olivier Giroud and Ross Barkley celebrate Chelsea's opening goal against Malmo in the Europa League on February 14, 2019.
Olivier Giroud: 'Chelsea players must stick together'
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud insists that now is not the time to panic as Chelsea prepare for a season-defining week.
Feb 18, 09:48
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on December 26, 2018
Dejan Lovren 'loses fitness battle ahead of Bayern Munich match'
Dejan Lovren has still yet to train with his Liverpool teammates and will not be risked against Bayern Munich, according to a report.
Feb 18, 09:36
Malcom in action for Barcelona on January 23, 2019
Liverpool 'emerge as frontrunners for Barcelona forward Malcom'
A report claims that Liverpool are the new frontrunners to sign Malcom, who has failed to impress during his maiden campaign at Barcelona.
Feb 18, 09:25
Andreas Christensen in action for Chelsea
Andreas Christensen denies wanting to leave Chelsea in January
Chelsea centre-back Andreas Christensen says that he is happy to 'keep proving himself' after ruling out a move away from Stamford Bridge.
Feb 18, 09:13
Juventus forward Paulo Dybala celebrates scoring against Frosinone on February 15, 2019
Report: Liverpool to snub Juventus ace Paulo Dybala
Liverpool are reportedly not willing to sell Mohamed Salah to Juventus, even if it means missing out on Argentine attacker Paulo Dybala.
Feb 18, 09:00
Manchester United winger Anthony Martial goes down injured during the Champions League clash with PSG on February 12, 2019
Anthony Martial, Jesse Lingard poised for quick returns from injury?
Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial are closing in on quick returns from injury and may be back involved by the end of next week, a report claims.
Feb 17, 23:58
Nantes pay tribute to Emiliano Sala on January 30, 2019
Cardiff City 'ask police to investigate Emiliano Sala transfer'
A report claims that Cardiff City have launched their own probe into Emiliano Sala's transfer from Nantes and the circumstances surrounding his death.
Feb 17, 23:49
Jose Mourinho makes a 'small penis' gesture on September 29, 2018
Jose Mourinho open to managing Paris Saint-Germain
Former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says that he can 'imagine himself' managing in Ligue 1, amid long-term links with the Paris Saint-Germain job.
Feb 17, 23:34
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane watches on during his side's La Liga clash with Celta Vigo on May 12, 2018
Report: Zinedine Zidane gives Chelsea £200m ultimatum
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is reportedly interested in taking on the Chelsea job, but only if he is given £200m to spend in the transfer market.
Feb 17, 23:22
Marc Overmars pictured in April 2017
Arsenal to wait until summer before appointing Marc Overmars?
Ajax sporting director Marc Overmars reportedly rules out a switch to Arsenal in an identical role midway through the season.
Feb 17, 23:09
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino watches on during the Premier League clash with Newcastle on February 2, 2019
Manchester United 'prepared to pay big for Mauricio Pochettino'
A report claims that Manchester United are prepared to pay Tottenham Hotspur in excess of £34m to land manager Mauricio Pochettino in the summer.
Feb 17, 19:37
Antonio Valencia in action for Manchester United on August 27, 2018
West Ham United target Antonio Valencia as Pablo Zabaleta replacement?
Long-serving Manchester United defender Antonio Valencia is reportedly wanted by West Ham United as a replacement for Pablo Zabaleta, who may retire in the summer.
Feb 17, 19:25
Alexis Sanchez in action for Manchester United on January 25, 2019
Alexis Sanchez 'worried' about Manchester United future
Alexis Sanchez admits that he is 'worried' about his Manchester United future after failing to impress during his 13 months at the club.
Feb 17, 19:16
Paris Saint-Germain attacker Neymar celebrates scoring against Liverpool on November 28, 2018
Neymar father denies Barcelona return rumours
Neymar Santos Senior insists that there is no truth to the rumours linking his son, Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar, with a return to Barcelona.
Feb 17, 19:04
General view of Manchester United's Old Trafford taken August 2018
Saudi prince 'steps up £3.8bn bid for Manchester United'
A report claims that the Glazer family may be tempted to sell Manchester United as Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman is willing to pay £3.8bn.
Feb 17, 18:54
Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring for Bayern Munich on January 27, 2019
Combined XI: Liverpool vs. Bayern Munich
Ahead of the Champions League last-16 tie between Liverpool and Bayern Munich, Sports Mole selects the strongest XI using players from both sides.
Feb 17, 18:40
Bayern Munich players celebrate Kingsley Coman's goal against Augsbury on February 15, 2019
How Bayern Munich could line up against Liverpool
Ahead of Bayern Munich's trip to Liverpool for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, Sports Mole looks at how the visitors could line up.
Feb 17, 15:15
Jordan Henderson in action on January 3, 2018
How Liverpool could line up against Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks at how Liverpool could line up against Bayern Munich in Tuesday's Champions League last-16 tie.
Feb 17, 14:57
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino celebrates scoring the opener for his side during their Champions League clash with Red Star Belgrade on October 24, 2018
Preview:Liverpool vs. Bayern Munich - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Tuesday's Champions League last-16 first leg between Liverpool and Bayern Munich.
Feb 17, 14:37
Roberto Firmino celebrates getting an equaliser during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino's record vs. Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks at Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino's goalscoring record against Bayern Munich from his time in the Bundesliga with Hoffenheim.
Feb 17, 14:22
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic pictured in September 2018
Barcelona 'postpone Ivan Rakitic talks amid Manchester United links'
A report claims that Barcelona are in no rush to begin contract talks with Ivan Rakitic, despite Manchester United showing an interest in the midfielder.
Feb 17, 00:01
Callum Hudson-Odoi after Chelsea's FA Cup win over Sheffield Wednesday on January 27, 2019.
Gianfranco Zola comments push Callum Hudson-Odoi closer to Chelsea exit?
Chelsea youngster Callum Hudson-Odoi's prospects of staying at Stamford Bridge have reportedly receded further in the wake of comments made by Gianfranco Zola this week.
Feb 16, 23:49
Romelu Lukaku in action for Manchester United on October 28, 2018
Report: Manchester United put Romelu Lukaku up for sale
Manchester United are looking to offload Romelu Lukaku so that they can bring in one of Paulo Dybala or Mauro Icardi, according to a report.
Feb 16, 23:34
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly pictured in September 2018
Manchester United to part with £90m to sign Kalidou Koulibaly?
Manchester United will reportedly meet Napoli's valuation by tabling a £90m bid for Kalidou Koulibaly in the summer, making him the most expensive defender ever.
Feb 16, 23:23
Matthijs de Ligt in action for Ajax on October 23, 2018
Arsenal 'emerge as shock contenders for Matthijs de Ligt'
A report claims that Ajax's highly-rated teen defender Matthijs de Ligt is a summer transfer target for Arsenal, despite his £70m valuation.
Feb 16, 23:07
Lionel Messi opens the scoring from the penalty spot for Barcelona in their La Liga meeting with Real Valladolid on February 16, 2019
Lionel Messi penalty gets Barcelona back on track in La Liga
Barcelona edge out Real Valladolid 1-0 at Camp Nou through a first-half penalty from Lionel Messi to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga.
Feb 16, 21:40
Lionel Messi opens the scoring from the penalty spot for Barcelona in their La Liga meeting with Real Valladolid on February 16, 2019
Live Commentary: Barcelona 1-0 Real Valladolid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Barcelona's 1-0 win over Real Valladolid, as Lionel Messi scored from the spot to get Barca back on track.
Feb 16, 19:40
Alexis Sanchez in action during the FA Cup third-round game between Manchester United and Reading on January 5, 2019
Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez's record vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks at Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez's scoring record against Chelsea ahead of Monday's FA Cup tie at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 16, 16:44
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring for Manchester United on December 1, 2018
Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku's record vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks at Romelu Lukaku's goalscoring return against former club Chelsea ahead of Manchester United's trip to Stamford Bridge in the FA Cup.
Feb 16, 16:28
Chelsea's Eden Hazard on February 10, 2019
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard's record vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Chelsea's FA Cup meeting with Manchester United on Monday, Sports Mole looks at Eden Hazard's goalscoring record against the Red Devils.
Feb 16, 16:10
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