Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri at the game against Lazio on April 9, 2017
Napoli replace Maurizio Sarri with Carlo Ancelotti
Maurizio Sarri is reportedly a step closer to becoming Chelsea's next manager after being replaced at Napoli by Carlo Ancelotti.
May 23, 17:54
Jordi Alba leaves the field injured in the Champions League match between Barcelona and Manchester City on October 19, 2016
Jordi Alba backing Liverpool in Champions League final
Jordi Alba insists that he has a "great" bond with the Real Madrid players in Spain's squad, despite admitting that he wants Liverpool to win the Champions League final.
May 23, 17:40
Close-up shot of Mesut Ozil celebrating his opener during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Arsenal manager Unai Emery reveals Mesut Ozil admiration
Arsenal manager Unai Emery says that he is "excited" to get started with a group of new players, picking out Mesut Ozil as one of his key men moving forward.
May 23, 17:28
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Gianfranco Zola: Antonio Conte situation at Chelsea "is not healthy"
Gianfranco Zola wants to see Antonio Conte's future at Chelsea resolved as the situation at his former club has become 'unhealthy'.
May 23, 17:17
General view inside the Emirates, taken September 2016
Arsenal 'beat Manchester United' to Estonian youngster
Arsenal bring in Karl Jakob Hein from Estonian club Nomme United, having reportedly seen off competition from Manchester United among others.
May 23, 17:06
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St Mirren give Sunderland permission to speak to Jack Ross
Sunderland are given permission by Scottish club St Mirren to speak to manager Jack Ross, who is said to have previously held talks with Ipswich Town.
May 23, 16:52
Gareth Bale after Real Madrid's Champions League final victory over Juventus on June 6, 2017
Marcos Alonso: 'Champions League is Real Madrid's competition'
Marcos Alonso predicts a "good final" between Real Madrid and Liverpool, but can only see one winner from the Kiev showdown.
May 23, 16:41
Paris Saint-Germain manager Unai Emery speaks at a press conference on January 3, 2017
Ian Wright "very pleased" with Unai Emery appointment
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright thinks that the Gunners made the right choice in appointing Unai Emery as Arsene Wenger's successor.
May 23, 16:30
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic pictured on August 5, 2016
Slavisa Jokanovic 'seeking assurances from Fulham board'
Slavisa Jokanovic is to hold talks with Fulham chiefs over a new deal after the playoff final, but he will reportedly only put pen to paper if he is financially backed.
May 23, 16:16
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce smiles before his side's pre-season clash with Shrewsbury Town on July 15, 2017
Steve Bruce thankful for 'ideal preparation' ahead of playoff final
Steve Bruce hopes that his decision to give his Aston Villa players some time off pays off when they take on Fulham in the playoff final next weekend.
May 23, 16:07
Raheem Sterling makes a friend during an England training session on August 29, 2017
Raheem Sterling joins up with England squad after 'private matter'
Raheem Sterling takes part in England training after being given an extended break by Gareth Southgate to resolve a 'private matter'.
May 23, 15:58
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Michael Carrick: 'Paul Pogba has a future at Manchester United'
Michael Carrick claims that Paul Pogba is still "a big player" for Manchester United and rules out a transfer for the France international.
May 23, 15:47
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho on the touchline ahead of the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 9, 2017
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho 'brings in new fitness coach'
A report suggests that Jose Mourinho has appointed Stefano Rapetti, with whom he has previously worked at Inter Milan, as Manchester United's new fitness coach.
May 23, 15:37
Unai Emery pictured on April 16, 2018
Unai Emery eyes possession-based football at Arsenal
Unai Emery opens up on his preferred style of play, which will be heavily dependent on new side Arsenal being in possession of the ball.
May 23, 15:28
Jack Wilshere and Isaac Hayden in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Unai Emery refuses to comment on Jack Wilshere future
New Arsenal manager Unai Emery opts against answering questions on the future of Jack Wilshere, who is currently free to join another club.
May 23, 15:19
Unai Emery watches on during the Champions League game between Arsenal and PSG on November 23, 2016
Pep Guardiola: Unai Emery is a "top manager"
Pep Guardiola believes that the appointment of Unai Emery is a shrewd move by Arsenal, describing his compatriot as a "top manager".
May 23, 15:09
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Sunderland 'agree terms with St Mirren boss Jack Ross'
St Mirren boss Jack Ross reportedly agrees to succeed Chris Coleman as League One-bound Sunderland's next manager.
May 23, 11:59
AB de Villiers of South Africa during the T20 against England on June 21, 2017
AB de Villiers announces retirement from all forms of international cricket
AB de Villiers takes the "tough decision" to announce his retirement from international cricket, ending his 14-year career with South Africa.
May 23, 11:46
Wales forward Ben Woodburn scores on his international debut against Austria at the Principality Stadium on September 2, 2017
Report: Steven Gerrard wants Ben Woodburn on loan at Rangers
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard is reportedly eyeing up a season-long loan move for teenage forward Ben Woodburn, who is on the periphery of things at Liverpool.
May 23, 11:35
Frank Lampard in a suit in February 2017
Frank Lampard 'no longer in running for Ipswich Town job'
Frank Lampard is reportedly ruled out of contention for the vacant Ipswich Town managerial job due to a breakdown in talks with owner Marcus Evans.
May 23, 11:24
Junior Hoilett in action during the Championship game between Birmingham City and Cardiff City on October 13, 2017
Aron Gunnarsson, Junior Hoilett 'offered new Cardiff City deals'
A report claims that Neil Warnock is waiting on decisions from Aron Gunnarsson and Junior Hoilett as to whether they intend to stay in South Wales for another year.
May 23, 11:10
West Ham United co-chairmen David Sullivan and David Gold pose at the London Stadium
Co-chairman David Gold makes West Ham United spending vow
West Ham United co-chairman David Gold says that a club-record spending spree could be on the cards for this summer, with Manuel Pellegrini after up to five new players.
May 23, 10:57
Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Liverpool ace Emre Can to undergo Juventus medical next week?
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can will finalise his move to Juventus next week when undergoing a medical in Turin, according to a report.
May 23, 10:44
Harry Kane in action for England in October 2017
Kieran Trippier talks up Harry Kane leadership qualities
Harry Kane is "a real leader" and is perfectly suited to the role of England captain, according to Tottenham Hotspur teammate Kieran Trippier.
May 23, 10:33
Manchester United's Sergio Romero saves a penalty against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Knee injury rules Argentina keeper Sergio Romero out of World Cup
Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero is ruled out of the World Cup due to "a joint blockage in his right knee" suffered in training on Tuesday.
May 23, 10:22
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
Patrick Vieira denies signing contract with French club Nice
Patrick Vieira responds to "wrong" speculation linking him with the Nice job, insisting that he is "really happy" at New York City FC.
May 23, 10:10
Antonio Conte is king of the world after the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Report: Antonio Conte considering a sabbatical if sacked by Chelsea
A report claims that Antonio Conte could spend time away from football if sacked by Chelsea, leaving the Blues with a possible £9m compensation bill.
May 23, 09:58
Phil Foden in action during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Feyenoord on November 21, 2017
West Ham United considering move for Manchester City's Phil Foden?
Manuel Pellegrini is reportedly interested in taking Phil Foden on loan from Manchester City, as he prepares to shape his West Ham United side.
May 23, 09:45
Daley Blind in action for Manchester United on October 31, 2017
Daley Blind pondering Manchester United future
Versatile Manchester United defender Daley Blind reveals that he is going to weigh up his options before deciding whether to leave Old Trafford later this summer.
May 23, 09:35
Andre Gomes in action for Barcelona in 2016
Barcelona 'need to sell five players to fund Antoine Griezmann transfer'
Barcelona aim to raise £90m by selling a number of fringe players prior to making a move for Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann, according to a report.
May 23, 09:23
Jose Mourinho realises how many points adrift his side are during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Manchester United close to agreeing deal for Fabian Ruiz?
A report claims that Manchester United have a £26.3m deal for Real Betis midfielder Fabian Ruiz in their sights.
May 23, 09:12
Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri at the game against Lazio on April 9, 2017
Napoli beat Crotone to break 90-point mark in Serie A
Napoli relegate Crotone with a 2-1 win at the Stadio San Paolo, helping them to 91 Serie A points for the season.
May 20, 18:03
Rafael Nadal in action during the first round of the US Open on August 29, 2017
Rafael Nadal wins Italian Open for eighth time by holding off Alexander Zverev
Rafael Nadal returns to the top of the men's singles rankings by holding off a fightback from Alexander Zverev in the Italian Open final.
May 20, 17:39
England forward Marcus Rashford speaks with interim manager Gareth Southgate during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
England boss Gareth Southgate: 'Winning mentality is key'
Gareth Southgate claims that having 18 players with experience of playing for a top-six side in the Premier League can only be a positive for England.
May 20, 17:26
Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates getting on the scoresheet during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Trent Alexander-Arnold 'not surprised' by England call-up
Trent Alexander-Arnold insists that he has "never felt overwhelmed" during his rise to prominence with Liverpool, culminating in a Champions League final this weekend.
May 20, 17:13
Neymar in action for Paris Saint-Germain on November 22, 2017
Paris Saint-Germain president: 'Neymar tired of Real Madrid rumours'
Neymar "is tired" of rumours linking him with a Paris Saint-Germain exit as he has no plans on leaving Parc des Princes, according to president Nasser Al-Khelaifi.
May 20, 16:58
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
AC Milan forward Suso: "I would like to play for Liverpool again"
Suso hopes to one day return to Liverpool, having made just 21 first-team appearances for the Reds prior to joining AC Milan in 2015.
May 20, 16:46
Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United on April 22, 2018
Paris Saint-Germain not interested in Arsene Wenger for backroom role
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi suggests that Arsene Wenger will not be offered a job as no positions currently need filling at the Parc des Princes.
May 20, 16:33
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St Mirren manager Jack Ross in frame for Sunderland job?
Jack Ross is reportedly Sunderland's new first choice to take on the vacant managerial position after guiding St Mirren to the Scottish Championship title this term.
May 20, 16:21
Ashley Young of Manchester United reacts to being injured during the game against Everton on April 4, 2017
Manchester United full-back Ashley Young: "We have to come back stronger"
Ashley Young fails to hide his disappointment following Manchester United's FA Cup final loss to Chelsea, but hopes that his side can "come back stronger" next season.
May 20, 16:09
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