Juventus's Giorgio Chiellini in training on June 2, 2017
Report: Manchester City considering Giorgio Chiellini swoop
Long-serving Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini is reportedly among Pep Guardiola's January transfer targets, as Manchester City continue their search for a centre-back.
Jan 9, 15:35
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
Stoke City bring in defender Moritz Bauer from Rubin Kazan
Moritz Bauer joins Stoke City from Rubin Kazan for an undisclosed fee, three days after Mark Hughes - the man who wanted to sign him - was given his marching orders.
Jan 9, 15:33
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Arsenal 'close to signing Boca Juniors winger Cristian Pavon'
A report claims that Boca Juniors winger Cristian Pavon could be an Arsenal player by the end of the week as the Gunners are willing to buy out his contract.
Jan 9, 15:23
Ben Brereton in action for Nottingham Forest on January 7, 2018
Ben Brereton being monitored by Premier League clubs?
Tottenham Hotspur and Everton are reportedly among a number of Premier League sides interested in signing Ben Brereton from Nottingham Forest.
Jan 9, 15:09
Jose Mourinho applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Manchester United heading to Yeovil Town in fourth round of FA Cup
Manchester United will travel to Yeovil Town in round four of the FA Cup, while Tottenham Hotspur head to Newport County.
Jan 8, 19:16
Neymar in action during the international friendly between Japan and Brazil on November 10, 2017
Philippe Coutinho: 'Neymar congratulated me on Barcelona move'
Philippe Coutinho reveals that close friend Neymar "congratulated" him following confirmation of his big-money switch from Liverpool.
Jan 8, 19:11
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
Rafa Mir: 'Valencia rejected bids from Real Madrid'
Rafa Mir takes a swipe at former club Valencia after leaving the Spanish club for Wolverhampton Wanderers, and says that Real Madrid made numerous attempts to sign him.
Jan 8, 19:00
Philippe Coutinho's Barcelona shirt pictured on January 6, 2018
Luis Suarez "very happy" for Philippe Coutinho
Barcelona striker Luis Suarez backs Philippe Coutinho to be a big hit at Camp Nou after finally completing his big-money move from Liverpool.
Jan 8, 18:48
Riyad Mahrez and Ashley Young during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Manchester United on December 23, 2017
Jurgen Klopp 'urges Liverpool board to move for Riyad Mahrez'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has urged his bosses to bring in Riyad Mahrez from Leicester City before the transfer window closes, according to a report.
Jan 8, 18:36
Real Madrid's Marcelo in action against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on October 17, 2017
Marcelo: 'Real Madrid are sinking towards lowest point'
Marcelo admits that Real Madrid are in "one of the worst situations" he can remember after dropping points for the eighth time this season away at Celta Vigo.
Jan 8, 18:22
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
Roderick Miranda 'on verge of leaving Wolverhampton Wanderers'
Roderick Miranda is reportedly close to returning to Portuguese football with Braga, six months after joining Wolverhampton Wanderers on a long-term deal.
Jan 8, 18:06
Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Yerry Mina to undergo Barcelona medical this week?
Barcelona will wrap up the signing of Palmeiras centre-back Yerry Mina before the end of the week, according to a report.
Jan 8, 17:55
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus in the Champions League final on June 3, 2017
Paris Saint-Germain chief: 'Paulo Dybala not a key target'
Juventus attacker Paulo Dybala is "not the key to Paris Saint-Germain's future", according to the French club's chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi.
Jan 8, 17:42
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
Jos Luhukay aims to bring stability to Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday boss Jos Luhukay admits that confidence is currently low at Hillsborough, but he is hoping to change all that and take the club up to the top flight.
Jan 8, 17:28
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
Ousmane Dembele "calm" after making Camp Nou comeback
Ousmane Dembele hopes to now push on at Barcelona after making just a second league start for the club during Sunday's win over Levante.
Jan 8, 17:14
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Sunderland secure Jake Clarke-Salter loan signing
Sunderland bring in England Under-20s defender Jake Clarke-Salter on loan from Chelsea for the remainder of the campaign.
Jan 8, 16:55
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane at the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on May 28,.2016
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane: "I am happy with my squad"
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane insists that he is 'happy with his squad' and does not currently have any plans to strengthen during the January transfer window.
Jan 8, 16:52
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Report: Aitor Karanka offered Nottingham Forest job
Aitor Karanka is reportedly no longer in the running to take over at Stoke City and is now back on Nottingham Forest's radar as their top managerial target.
Jan 8, 16:40
Dejected Stoke City manager Mark Hughes pictured on January 6, 2018
Mark Hughes 'will not consider managing Wales for second time'
A report claims that Mark Hughes has no intention of returning to international management with Wales, as he instead wants to continue working in the top flight.
Jan 8, 16:29
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
Watford defender Jose Holebas pens new Vicarage Road contract
Watford full-back Jose Holebas extends his stay at Vicarage Road by a further two-and-a-half years.
Jan 8, 16:19
Alfie Mawson and Jordon Ibe in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Bournemouth on November 25, 2017
Report: Watford to rival West Ham United for Alfie Mawson
Swansea City defender Alfie Mawson will reportedly be at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war between Premier League rivals West Ham United and Watford.
Jan 8, 16:08
West Ham United goalkeeper Joe Hart in action during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United on August 13, 2017
Shrewsbury Town earn deserved replay against West Ham United
Joe Hart pulls off two big saves as League One side Shrewsbury Town play out a goalless draw with West Ham United at New Meadow.
Jan 7, 15:55
David Moyes shouts instructions during the Premier League game between Watford and West Ham United on November 19, 2017
Live Commentary: Shrewsbury Town 0-0 West Ham United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Shrewsbury Town's goalless draw with West Ham United in the third round of the FA Cup.
Jan 7, 13:00
A very alarmed Moussa Dembele in action for Celtic in September 2016
Chris Hughton: 'No discussions with Celtic over Moussa Dembele'
Chris Hughton describes reports of Brighton & Hove Albion being in talks with Celtic over a January move for Moussa Dembele as "pure speculation".
Jan 5, 12:28
Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can 'reaches Juventus agreement'
A report claims that Germany international Emre Can will join Juventus from Liverpool at the end of the campaign once his Anfield contract expires.
Jan 5, 12:15
Harry Kane rues a missed opportunity in Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League match against Stoke City on December 9, 2017
Harry Kane leads December Player of the Month nominees
Harry Kane is up against Liverpool pair Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino for December's Player of the Month award in the Premier League, along with five others.
Jan 5, 12:04
Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Sam Allardyce, Pep Guardiola in running for Manager of the Month gong
Sam Allardyce and Pep Guardiola are included on the six-man shortlist for December's Manager of the Month award in the Premier League.
Jan 5, 11:50
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Unperturbed Arsene Wenger stands by refereeing remarks
Arsene Wenger admits to being "surprised and shocked" at the prospect of facing more Football Association disciplinary action after recent comments made about referees.
Jan 5, 11:35
Theo Walcott in action for Arsenal in December 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'I want Theo Walcott to stay at Arsenal'
Arsene Wenger intends to keep Theo Walcott out of Southampton's clutches this month, insisting that he 'wants him to stay' at Arsenal.
Jan 5, 11:19
Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Ernesto Valverde: 'Barcelona must ease in Ousmane Dembele'
Ernesto Valverde explains that he deliberately used Ousmane Dembele in a central position against Celta Vigo to 'release him of defensive obligations'.
Jan 5, 11:08
Gareth Bale in action for Real Madrid in September 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'Real Madrid fringe players did very well'
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane praises his fringe players for earning a 3-0 win away to Numancia in the Copa del Rey, with Gareth Bale one of two regulars to feature.
Jan 5, 10:55
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Arsene Wenger rules out bid for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Arsene Wenger rubbishes suggestions that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is one of his transfer targets by insisting that a bid for the striker 'is not possible'.
Jan 5, 10:43
Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Palmeiras confirm Barcelona interest in defender Yerry Mina
Barcelona want to sign centre-back Yerry Mina from Palmeiras this month, but the Brazilian side would rather wait until the end of the season.
Jan 5, 10:32
Jose Mourinho reacts as Mauricio Pellegrino watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'I am too lazy to move out of hotel'
Jose Mourinho says that the reason he still lives in a hotel, a year and a half after taking over at Manchester United, is because he is "very lazy".
Jan 5, 10:20
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic pictured on August 5, 2016
Slavisa Jokanovic "really disappointed" with lack of activity
Slavisa Jokanovic once again hits out at the Fulham hierarchy for their 'lack of direction' when it comes to bringing in new recruits.
Jan 5, 10:07
Andy Carroll and Claudio Yacob in action during the Premier League game between West Ham United and West Bromwich Albion on January 2, 2018
David Moyes puzzled by Andy Carroll to Chelsea transfer talk
David Moyes admits that he is eager to add to his squad during the January transfer window, as he attempts to play down talk of Chelsea being interested in Andy Carroll.
Jan 5, 09:55
Jurgen Klopp congratulates Philippe Coutinho after the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Philippe Coutinho not distracted by rumours'
Jurgen Klopp insists that Philippe Coutinho and his Liverpool teammates will not be distracted by ongoing talk of Barcelona being interested in the Brazilian.
Jan 5, 09:45
Serena Williams in action at the Australian Open on January 26, 2017
Defending champion Serena Williams withdraws from Australian Open
Defending Australian Open champion Serena Williams will not take part in this month's tournament as she needs "a little more time" to regain her sharpness.
Jan 5, 09:34
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Usman Khawaja hits unbeaten 91 as Australia trail by 153 runs
England reach 346 all out before being made to toil by Australia, who closed day two of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney on 193-2.
Jan 5, 09:23
Ross Barkley arrives ahead of the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Chelsea 'on brink of signing Ross Barkley from Everton'
Chelsea reportedly beat Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur to the signing of Everton midfielder Ross Barkley, who will set them back around £15m.
Jan 5, 09:07
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