Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Arsene Wenger fears Henrikh Mkhitaryan may be damaged
Arsene Wenger confesses to having concerns over Henrikh Mkhitaryan's mindset after being shipped out of Manchester United, where he failed to make an impression.
Jan 23, 23:01
Liam Walsh, Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Manchester City on January 23, 2018
Lee Johnson taking positives from EFL Cup semi-final exit
Bristol City boss Lee Johnson hails his players for coming close to upsetting Manchester City, who he describes as the 'best side he has seen live'.
Jan 23, 22:48
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone during the Champions League match with Leicester City on April 18, 2017
Sevilla oust Atletico Madrid to reach final four of Copa del Rey
Sevilla beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 on the night and 5-2 on aggregate to remain on course for a sixth Copa del Rey crown, as they reach the semi-final stage.
Jan 23, 22:20
Sergio Aguero celebrates with Bernardo Silva after scoring during the EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Manchester City on January 23, 2018
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City will be judged on trophies'
Pep Guardiola admits that there are lessons to be learned from Manchester City's slender win over Bristol City, which sets up his first final in charge of the club.
Jan 23, 22:12
Toby Alderweireld goes down injured during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Tottenham Hotspur defender Toby Alderweireld declares himself fully fit
Tottenham Hotspur defender Toby Alderweireld is in contention to feature against Newport County on Saturday after revealing that he is 'feeling fit and strong'.
Jan 23, 22:00
Kieran Tierney in action for Celtic on November 23, 2017
Celtic recover to overcome lowly Partick Thistle at Firhill
Celtic overcome Patrick Thistle 2-1 at Firhill Stadium to mark their return to Scottish Premiership action with three more points.
Jan 23, 21:34
Andre Schurrle in action for Germany in June 2016
West Bromwich Albion 'plotting audacious Andre Schurrle swoop'
Borussia Dortmund forward Andre Schurrle is reportedly on West Bromwich Albion's radar, with the Baggies hoping to bring him to The Hawthorns on a short-term loan.
Jan 23, 21:17
Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Juventus chief: 'We may miss out on Liverpool midfielder Emre Can'
Juventus fear that Emre Can could reject their interest and instead commit his future to Liverpool, the Italian club's general director Giuseppe Marotta reveals.
Jan 23, 21:06
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Jurgen Klopp apologises following altercation with supporter
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp apologises following his altercation with a Swansea City supporter during Monday night's 1-0 defeat at the Liberty Stadium.
Jan 23, 20:54
Aleksandar Mitrovic in action for Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Brighton & Hove Albion make formal offer for Aleksandar Mitrovic?
Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly the first side to table an official offer for Newcastle United striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, while West Brom remain interested.
Jan 23, 20:41
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
Martin O'Neill, Roy Keane extend Republic of Ireland contracts
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill signs a new two-year contract extension, while assistant Roy Keane and fellow backroom staff members have also agreed to stay on.
Jan 23, 20:21
Arsenal's Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla (L) scores the opening goal from the penalty spot past a diving Manchester City's English goalkeeper Joe Hart (2R) during the English Premier League match on January 18, 2015
Santi Cazorla pushes back comeback date until next season
Santi Cazorla admits that he has contemplated calling time on his career after undergoing 10 operations, but now hopes to return to action with Arsenal next season.
Jan 23, 20:17
Karim Benzema in action for Real Madrid in October 2017
Zinedine Zidane urges Real Madrid fans to stop booing Karim Benzema
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says that it is "not pleasant" to be whistled by your own fans, as he urges those in attendance at the Bernabeu to get behind their side.
Jan 23, 20:06
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Roma boss admits concerns over Edin Dzeko mindset amid Chelsea links
Eusebio Di Francesco says that he will "see what frame of mind" Chelsea-linked striker Edin Dzeko is in before deciding whether to start him against Sampdoria.
Jan 23, 19:55
Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Burnley and Manchester United on January 20, 2018
Jose Mourinho 'draws up three-man summer transfer shortlist'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has three midfield targets in mind for the summer transfer window, according to a report.
Jan 23, 19:43
David Moyes celebrates during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and West Ham United on January 13, 2018
Report: Lyon ace Clement Grenier open to West Ham United move
West Ham United reportedly receive a boost in their pursuit of Clement Grenier, as the Lyon midfielder is willing to make the switch to East London this month.
Jan 23, 15:59
Javier Mascherano and his imaginary friend in the La Liga match between Barcelona and Malaga on November 19, 2016
Barcelona announce Javier Mascherano departure
Javier Mascherano will bring an end to his Barcelona career this month after seven-and-a-half years at the club, with a move to the Chinese Super League expected.
Jan 23, 15:47
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane watches on on November 1, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'No internal battle with Real Madrid board'
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane responds to claims that he 'won his internal battle' with club chiefs after Kepa Arrizabalaga committed his future to Athletic Bilbao.
Jan 23, 15:36
Ross McCormack in action for Aston Villa on August 5, 2016
Leeds United 'preparing double swoop on Aston Villa'
Aston Villa pair Ross McCormack and Tommy Elphick are reportedly targets for fellow Championship side Leeds United.
Jan 23, 15:24
Big Seamus Coleman in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on December 13, 2016
Seamus Coleman to make injury return for Everton Under-23s
Seamus Coleman is included in the Everton Under-23s squad for Tuesday night's meeting with Portsmouth, as he steps up his return from a 10-month layoff.
Jan 23, 15:14
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
Frank Lampard back in running for Oxford United managerial job?
Oxford United are reportedly planning to hand Frank Lampard his first job in senior management, as they seek a replacement for Pep Clotet.
Jan 23, 14:59
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones: 'Quadruple quest will take its toll on Manchester City'
John Stones says that he and his Manchester City teammates are focused on their pursuit of silverware on four fronts, having suffered a first domestic defeat last week.
Jan 23, 14:47
Georginio Wijnaldum has a shot during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Georginio Wijnaldum: 'Liverpool lacked focus in Swansea City loss'
Georginio Wijnaldum urges his Liverpool teammates to pick up the intensity when they return to action, having produced a sluggish display in their 1-0 defeat at Swansea.
Jan 23, 14:34
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Antonio Conte: Newcastle United loan "a great challenge" for Kenedy
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte suggests that Kenedy still has a part to play at Stamford Bridge should he shine on loan at Newcastle United.
Jan 23, 14:25
Jack Wilshere, Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
Antonio Conte: 'Arsenal will make Chelsea suffer in second leg'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte admits that his side must remain "compact" if they are to avoid being taken apart by Arsenal in Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final second leg.
Jan 23, 14:13
A frustrated Cesc Fabregas during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on December 16, 2017
Cesc Fabregas, Alvaro Morata ruled out of Arsenal cup tie
Cesc Fabregas and Alvaro Morata are ruled out of Chelsea's EFL Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal due to a hamstring and back injury respectively.
Jan 23, 14:04
General view outside The Emirates ahead of the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
Arsenal majority shareholder Stan Kroenke increases stake in club
Majority shareholder Stan Kroenke further increases his stake in Arsenal to 67.09% after acquiring £616,000 worth of shares.
Jan 23, 13:54
Aaron Lennon of Everton during the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Burnley sign winger Aaron Lennon from Everton
Burnley sign winger Aaron Lennon from Everton for an undisclosed fee, ending his three-year spell at Goodison Park.
Jan 23, 13:35
Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Henrikh Mkhitaryan handed Alexis Sanchez's old number seven shirt
Henrikh Mkhitaryan is unveiled as Arsenal's new number seven - the shirt vacated by Alexis Sanchez, who headed to Manchester United as part of the swap deal.
Jan 23, 13:31
Benik Afobe celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Swansea City on March 18, 2017
Bournemouth striker Benik Afobe wanted by West Bromwich Albion?
West Bromwich Albion will reportedly consider making a bid for Bournemouth striker Benik Afobe should Jonny Evans leave the club and free up funds.
Jan 23, 13:19
Lucas Moura in action for PSG in January 2014
'Unhappy' Lucas Moura ready to quit Paris Saint-Germain
Lucas Moura says that constantly being overlooked for selection "is a brutal blow", as he acknowledges that his future lies away from Paris Saint-Germain.
Jan 23, 13:03
Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on November 5, 2017
Paris Saint-Germain 'lining up Thibaut Courtois swoop'
A report claims that Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois is a target for Paris Saint-Germain, who are willing to make him the highest-paid goalkeeper in world football.
Jan 23, 12:51
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Report: Kenedy undergoing medical with Newcastle United
A report claims that Kenedy has arrived in the North-East and is undergoing a medical ahead of a proposed loan switch from Chelsea to Newcastle United.
Jan 23, 12:39
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Manchester City bring forward Fred transfer plans?
Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred is reportedly a January target for Manchester City, as manager Pep Guardiola has had to reconsider his transfer plans.
Jan 22, 15:58
Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Alexis Sanchez, Henrikh Mkhitaryan 'awaiting work permits'
Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez's move to Manchester United and Henrikh Mkhitaryan's switch the other way is being delayed by paperwork, according to a report.
Jan 22, 15:43
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
Thomas Vermaelen ruled out for fortnight with hamstring strain
Thomas Vermaelen is expected to miss Barcelona's next three games with a hamstring injury, which he sustained in the first half of his side's 5-0 win over Real Betis.
Jan 22, 15:32
Roy Hodgson plays it cool during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Jaroslaw Jach next player to arrive at Crystal Palace?
A report claims that Zaglebie Lubin defender Jaroslaw Jach, capped twice by Poland at senior international level, is close to finalising a £2m move to Crystal Palace.
Jan 22, 15:21
Malcom in action for Brazil under-20s in 2016
Gus Poyet reiterates Bordeaux stance on in-demand winger Malcom
New Bordeaux boss Gus Poyet insists that Brazilian winger Malcom will remain at the club this week, despite growing interest in his services.
Jan 22, 15:10
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson tries to tempt you to the dark side during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Crystal Palace bring in midfielder Erdal Rakip on loan from Benfica
Erdal Rakip says that he cannot wait to get going after joining Crystal Palace from Benfica until the end of the 2017-18 campaign.
Jan 22, 14:58
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Ernesto Valverde: 'Lionel Messi the greatest player of all time'
Ernesto Valverde admits that he can now "enjoy" watching Lionel Messi in action, having seen the Barcelona forward take his La Liga goals tally for the season to 19.
Jan 22, 14:45
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