Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos in action during his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur
Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos: Liverpool match will be "tough"
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos talks up the mental strength of his teammates heading into their clash with Liverpool, having already overcome three domestic champions.
May 20, 15:58
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos in action during his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur
Sergio Ramos: 'Real Madrid can define an era by beating Liverpool'
Sergio Ramos targets victory over Liverpool in next Saturday's Champions League final to further demonstrate Real Madrid's dominance on the European stage.
May 20, 15:48
Ahmed Hegazi, also known as Ahmed Hegazy, in action for West Bromwich Albion during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal
West Ham United, Leicester City 'keeping tabs on Ahmed Hegazi'
A report claims that Ahmed Hegazi is attracting interest from Premier League duo West Ham United and Leicester City following West Bromwich Albion's relegation.
May 20, 15:35
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in 2016
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's UK visa 'yet to be renewed'
Roman Abramovich was unable to attend Chelsea's FA Cup final meeting with Manchester United due to a delay in renewing his UK visa, according to a report.
May 20, 15:24
Anthony Martial in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Report: Jose Mourinho planning £100m summer clearout
Anthony Martial is one of a number of players likely to move on from Manchester United as part of a £100m overhaul, according to a report.
May 20, 15:10
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
Valencia sign off La Liga campaign with victory over Deportivo La Coruna
Simone Zaza and Goncalo Guedes find the net as Valencia pick up a 2-1 win over relegated Deportivo La Coruna on the final day of the La Liga campaign.
May 20, 11:55
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane watches on on November 1, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: Real Madrid "ready" for Champions League final
Zinedine Zidane insists that Real Madrid are now "ready" for their meeting with Liverpool, despite not yet deciding on his starting lineup for the Champions League final.
May 20, 11:32
Wilfried Zaha celebrates scoring Crystal Palace's second goal against Bournemouth on April 7, 2018
Everton latest Premier League club to show interest in Wilfried Zaha?
Everton will attempt to attract in-demand Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha to Goodison Park this summer, according to a report.
May 20, 11:18
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Olivier Giroud: 'Antonio Conte leaving Chelsea would be sad'
Olivier Giroud says that Chelsea have to "move on" and start preparing for next season, with or without manager Antonio Conte.
May 20, 11:06
Cristiano Ronaldo scores an overhead goal during Real Madrid's 3-0 win at Juventus in the Champions League on April 3, 2018
Jurgen Klopp: 'Cristiano Ronaldo's scoring figures are crazy'
Jurgen Klopp talks up the "crazy" goalscoring ability of Cristiano Ronaldo, admitting that Mohamed Salah still has a long way to go before matching the Portuguese.
May 20, 10:56
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: "I do not feel like an underdog"
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits that he 'likes the role' his side are in heading into next weekend's Champions League final against defending champions Real Madrid.
May 20, 10:44
Oleksandr Zinchenko in action for Manchester City on October 24, 2017
Oleksandr Zinchenko 'offered in part exchange for Jorginho'
Oleksandr Zinchenko could be on his way to Napoli as part of a deal that would see Jorginho head the opposite way, according to a report.
May 20, 10:29
Pep Guardiola gesticulates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on October 21, 2017
Croatian midfielder Lovro Majer wanted by Manchester City?
NK Lokomotiva midfielder Lovro Majer is reportedly an £8m target for Manchester City, having previously been linked with a move to Scottish champions Celtic.
May 20, 10:17
James Collins celebrates with Aaron Cresswell after scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and West Ham United on December 26, 2017
West Ham United 'ditched long-serving defender James Collins by email'
James Collins was reportedly told that he would not be retained by West Ham United via email, rather than in face-to-face talks with a senior official.
May 20, 10:05
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson barks orders during his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on August 12, 2017
Jordan Henderson: 'I cried when told I could leave Liverpool'
Jordan Henderson opens up on the early days of his Liverpool career, revealing that he was left in tears when informed that he could leave the club in 2012.
May 20, 09:55
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
Leicester City to move for Barcelona defender Marlon Santos?
Barcelona centre-back Marlon Santos, who is midway through a two-year loan at French club Nice, is reportedly wanted by Leicester City in an £18m deal.
May 20, 09:44
Nabil Fekir in action for Lyon in October 2017
Lyon attacker Nabil Fekir's move to Liverpool '99% complete'
A report in the French press suggests that attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir's switch from Lyon to Liverpool is now '99% complete'.
May 20, 09:32
Sam Johnstone in action for Aston Villa in April 2017
Report: Cardiff City enter race for Manchester United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone
Manchester United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone is reportedly wanted by Premier League-bound Cardiff City, while loan club Aston Villa also retain an interest.
May 20, 09:20
Robert Lewandowski in action for Bayern Munich in March 2017
Chelsea 'in pole position to sign Robert Lewandowski'
Chelsea have been given a clear route to sign Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich, as the striker's agent has reportedly ruled out a move to Real Madrid.
May 20, 09:08
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Burton Albion on September 20, 2017
Jermaine Jenas criticises Jose Mourinho for "disgusting" Marcus Rashford comment
Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Jermaine Jenas slams Jose Mourinho for his "disgusting" treatment of young Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford.
May 20, 08:55
Derby manager Nigel Pearson looks dejected during the EFL Championship match between Burton Albion and Derby County at the Pirelli Stadium on August 26, 2016
Mick McCarthy, Nigel Pearson in running for Stoke City job?
A report claims that Stoke City are targeting Mick McCarthy and Nigel Pearson to become their next manager, as both boast experience of earning Championship promotion.
May 20, 08:41
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy celebrates scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Report: Leicester City's Jamie Vardy on Atletico Madrid radar
A report claims that Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy, as they prepare for life without Antoine Griezmann.
May 20, 08:30
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during his side's North London derby against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016
Tottenham Hotspur chasing Boca Juniors midfielder Wilmar Barrios?
Boca Juniors midfielder Wilmar Barrios emerges as a rumoured summer transfer target for Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham Hotspur.
May 20, 08:19
David Moyes celebrates during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and West Ham United on January 13, 2018
David Moyes 'stunned by West Ham United snub'
David Moyes was reportedly offered the chance to extend his West Ham United contract a month before being told that it would no longer be renewed.
May 20, 08:07
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Eden Hazard penalty wins FA Cup for Chelsea
Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 in the FA Cup final through a first-half penalty from Eden Hazard to lift the trophy for an eighth time.
May 19, 18:08
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 1-0 win against Man United, as Eden Hazard's penalty proved decisive in the 137th FA Cup final.
May 19, 15:15
N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester United.
May 19, 08:24
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
How Manchester United could line up against Chelsea
Ahead of this weekend's FA Cup final clash between Chelsea and Manchester United, Sports Mole looks at how the Red Devils could line up at Wembley.
May 19, 08:14
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up in Saturday's FA Cup final showdown with Manchester United at Wembley.
May 19, 08:03
Jose Mourinho watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'I cannot stop Chelsea fans hating me'
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho admits that he "cannot control" the emotions of Chelsea fans, having been on the end of abusive chants last season.
May 18, 22:04
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Winning FA Cup final all that matters'
Antonio Conte hopes to win Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester United in what could be his final game in charge of Chelsea.
May 18, 21:53
Generic image of a locker room
Former UEFA president Michel Platini admits fixing 1998 World Cup draw
Michel Platini suggests that the 1998 World Cup draw was tampered with to increase the chances of France and Brazil meeting in the final, which proved to be the case.
May 18, 21:39
Isco in action for Real Madrid in October 2017
Real Madrid ace Isco anticipates "beautiful" Champions League final
Real Madrid midfielder Isco confesses that his side require victory in next week's Champions League final against Liverpool to salvage a disappointing campaign.
May 18, 21:25
Generic image of the Stadium of Light
Stewart Donald close to completing Sunderland takeover
An international consortium led by Stewart Donald is close to completing a takeover of League One-bound Sunderland.
May 18, 21:14
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
Coventry City brush aside Notts County to reach League Two playoff final
Maxime Biamou scores twice as Coventry City beat Notts County 4-1 at Meadow Lane for a 5-2 aggregate victory in their League Two playoff semi-final tie.
May 18, 20:45
Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri pictured in June 2017
Massimiliano Allegri expects to remain in charge of Juventus
Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri once again plays down talk that he has been lined up to take over at Arsenal and Chelsea, saying that he expects to stay in Turin.
May 18, 20:29
David Alaba in action for Bayern Munich in April 2017
Agent: "Real Madrid are really interested in David Alaba"
Real Madrid "are really interested" in signing David Alaba from Bayern Munich, according to the Austria international's agent.
May 18, 20:15
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane at the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on May 28,.2016
Zinedine Zidane: Retaining Champions League "would be huge" achievement
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane acknowledges the magnitude of potentially becoming the third person to win three European Cups.
May 18, 20:03
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'Cristiano Ronaldo 120% fit for Champions League final'
Zinedine Zidane provides a positive update on the fitness of Cristiano Ronaldo, who he expects to be in top shape for the Champions League final against Liverpool.
May 18, 19:51
Joe Root pictured with England in August 2016
Joe Root happy to take on "a bit more responsibility"
Joe Root says that he is happy to move back up the England batting order to number three now that he is "comfortable" in his role as Test skipper.
May 18, 19:38
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