Idrissa Gueye and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League match between Everton and Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Live Commentary: Everton 0-0 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Everton's 0-0 draw with Chelsea, as the Toffees held on to keep their unbeaten run under Sam Allardyce intact.
Dec 23, 11:29
Philippe Coutinho heads in past Petr Cech during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool on December 22, 2017
Arsenal, Liverpool share six goals in Emirates Stadium thriller
Arsenal and Liverpool play out a 3-3 draw in Friday night's Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium to see the Reds remain one point above their opponents.
Dec 22, 21:40
Philippe Coutinho heads in past Petr Cech during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool on December 22, 2017
Live Commentary: Arsenal 3-3 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's 3-3 draw with Liverpool, as the Gunners battled back from two down to eventually earn a draw.
Dec 22, 18:44
Leon Britton in action for Swansea City in April 2016
Leon Britton: 'I need to freshen things up at Swansea City'
Leon Britton hopes that his management style will help "relax" his Swansea City players, as he seeks a much-needed win against Crystal Palace this weekend.
Dec 22, 18:29
Jack Colback of Newcastle United in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St James Park on August 9, 2015 in Newcastle, England.
Newcastle United midfielder Jack Colback 'not on Sunderland radar'
Chris Coleman is reportedly hopeful of bringing five new players to Sunderland in January, but Newcastle United midfielder Jack Colback is not among his targets.
Dec 22, 18:20
Paul Clement applauds during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Report: Managerless Swansea City turn to Dennis Bergkamp
Swansea City are reportedly weighing up a job offer for Dennis Bergkamp, who was sacked as assistant coach at Ajax earlier this week.
Dec 22, 18:09
Sandro Ramirez and Sergio Busquets during the La Liga match between Malaga and Barcelona on November 19, 2016
Manchester City to replace Yaya Toure with Sergio Busquets?
Pep Guardiola has reportedly targeted a move for Sergio Busquets over the next two transfer windows, with Yaya Toure being told that he can leave Manchester City.
Dec 22, 10:02
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Eric Dier: 'Dele Alli is not a malicious player'
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Eric Dier insists that Dele Alli did not intentionally injure Kevin De Bruyne during last week's defeat to Manchester City.
Dec 22, 09:47
Morgan Schneiderlin in action for Everton against Sunderland on February 25, 2017
Morgan Schneiderlin wants to repair damaged relationship with Everton supporters
Morgan Schneiderlin insists that he is "100% focused" on helping Everton to further climb the table, having been criticised by his former manager last month.
Dec 22, 09:35
Gabriel Jesus in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Ryan Giggs: 'I told Manchester United to sign Gabriel Jesus, Kylian Mbappe'
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs says that attempting to sign Gabriel Jesus and Kylian Mbappe before their transfer values skyrocketed was "a no-brainer".
Dec 22, 09:23
Jurgen Klopp watches the horror unfold during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'I may quit Liverpool if I win Premier League title'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that he intends to leave the club "at the top", which would ideally be after winning the Premier League title.
Dec 22, 09:09
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in action for Liverpool on November 1, 2017
Arsene Wenger questions Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's decision to leave Arsenal
Arsene Wenger questions Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's decision to swap Arsenal for Liverpool, as the two teams prepare to face off on Friday night.
Dec 21, 23:03
Fernandinho leaves the field after seeing red during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Fernandinho contract extension already been signed?
A report claims that Fernandinho has already signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester City, which the Citizens have the option to add a further 12 months to.
Dec 21, 22:47
Mohamed Salah refuses to celebrate scoring against his old side during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Neymar: 'Mohamed Salah can make big impact at World Cup'
Neymar predicts a big World Cup for Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, while also tipping his own nation to potentially go all the way.
Dec 21, 22:37
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at White Hart Lane on August 20, 2016
Paulinho: 'Mauricio Pochettino played me out of position'
Paulinho puts his struggles in English football with Tottenham Hotspur down to Mauricio Pochettino playing him 'in every single position but his own'.
Dec 21, 22:24
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Chris Hughton prepared to break Brighton & Hove Albion's transfer record
Chris Hughton acknowledges that Brighton & Hove Albion will have to spend big if they are to bring in the striking target they are after during the winter window.
Dec 21, 22:12
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Diego Simeone happy with "committed" Antoine Griezmann
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says that Antoine Griezmann's commitment cannot be questioned and claims the French striker's "best is yet to come".
Dec 21, 21:59
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
Chris Smalling: 'Jamie Vardy a nightmare to defend against'
Chris Smalling expects a tough evening when Manchester United face Leicester City due to the threat of Jamie Vardy and his attacking teammates.
Dec 21, 21:46
Islam Slimani is caught on camera during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Marco Silva unwilling to comment on Islam Slimani reports
Marco Silva remains tight-lipped on speculation linking Watford with a move for Islam Slimani, whose Leicester City career looks to be coming to an end.
Dec 21, 21:33
Ethan Ampadu warms up prior to the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Exeter City still awaiting Ethan Ampadu payment from Chelsea
A tribunal date to determine the compensation fee Chelsea must give to Exeter City for Ethan Ampadu has yet to have been set, Grecians chairman Julian Tagg reveals.
Dec 21, 21:22
Nacer Chadli in action during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017
Nacer Chadli, Matt Phillips in contention for Stoke City trip
Alan Pardew is handed a fitness boost ahead of this weekend's trip to Stoke City, as Matt Phillips and Nacer Chadli are expected to be in the West Bromwich Albion squad.
Dec 21, 21:10
Anthony Joshua pictured at a computer game launch in August 2017
Eddie Hearn confident of Anthony Joshua, Joseph Parker agreement
Eddie Hearn says that an agreement between Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker for a high-profile bout in 2018 'is getting there'.
Dec 21, 20:59
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 steps up injury recovery
Toby Alderweireld provides a positive update on his comeback from a long-term hamstring injury, which is likely to rule him out for a further seven weeks.
Dec 21, 20:47
Eddie Jones pictured on June 25, 2016
Elliot Daly, Nathan Hughes to miss start of Six Nations defence
Elliot Daly and Nathan Hughes are expected to miss up to 12 weeks and eight weeks respectively, ruling them out of the early part of England's Six Nations campaign.
Dec 21, 20:37
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017
Report: Cristiano Ronaldo winning El Clasico fitness battle
Cristiano Ronaldo takes part in light training away from his Real Madrid teammates and will reportedly be available for selection against Barcelona.
Dec 21, 20:24
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
Ajax sack Marcel Keizer, Dennis Bergkamp following cup exit
Marcel Keizer is sacked by Ajax just seven months after taking charge, while coaches Dennis Bergkamp and Hennie Spijkerman are also given their marching orders.
Dec 21, 20:13
Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Roy Hodgson cannot guarantee Wilfried Zaha stay
Roy Hodgson admits that it is impossible to guarantee star man Wilfried Zaha will still be a Crystal Palace player at the end of the January transfer window.
Dec 21, 20:02
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata is congratulated by manager Jose Mourinho during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata: EFL Cup exit "not a tragedy"
Juan Mata insists that losing to Bristol City in the EFL Cup is something that Manchester United must "accept" before quickly moving on.
Dec 21, 19:50
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Christian Eriksen in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on February 11, 2017
Christian Eriksen: 'Tottenham Hotspur need more than a miracle'
Christian Eriksen says that Tottenham Hotspur will continue focusing on their own results in order to finish in a "better position" than the one they currently occupy.
Dec 21, 19:40
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta hopes to play in more El Clasicos
Andres Iniesta is unsure whether this weekend will mark his last trip to face Real Madrid at the Bernabeu with Barcelona.
Dec 21, 16:01
Nice's Mario Balotelli celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain on April 30, 2017
Mario Balotelli: 'I would go back to Manchester City for free'
Mario Balotelli would like to return to Manchester City one day, admitting that he would even consider playing for free as he 'loves' the club.
Dec 21, 15:51
A general shot of St Mary's Stadium prior to Southampton's Premier League clash with Chelsea on October 30, 2016
Eric Black leaves Southampton for personal reasons
First-team coach Eric Black leaves Southampton due to the effects of injuries he sustained during his playing career.
Dec 21, 15:38
Alfie Mawson is happy during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Caretaker boss Leon Britton: 'Do not write off Swansea City'
Leon Britton believes that Swansea City can use the experience of dodging relegation last season to their advantage in their latest battle to beat the drop.
Dec 21, 15:26
Paul Clement applauds during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City on August 26, 2017
Leon Britton: 'Swansea City job has come too soon for me'
Leon Britton says that he is "not looking to be the full-time manager" of Swansea City, having been placed in caretaker charge for the game against Crystal Palace.
Dec 21, 15:14
Mauricio Pochettino shouts during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur must keep going'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino insists that his side's busy schedule "is not a problem", as he targets some momentum over the festive programme.
Dec 21, 15:03
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino offers support to midfielder Dele Alli
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says that it is important Dele Alli is given 'support, trust and help' by the club while he struggles for consistency.
Dec 21, 14:51
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Xavi: 'No comparison between Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo'
Xavi claims that "there is no comparison" between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the Barcelona maestro makes more of a difference in games.
Dec 21, 14:39
Ronald Koeman shouts orders during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Ronald Koeman 'not interested in Swansea City job'
Ronald Koeman reportedly distances himself from the Swansea City vacancy as he is instead holding out for another top-flight job.
Dec 21, 14:26
Ethan Ampadu in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: "Ethan Ampadu showed great maturity"
Antonio Conte talks up the potential of Chelsea youngster Ethan Ampadu following his solid display against Bournemouth.
Dec 21, 14:16
Claudio Bravo celebrates during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Manchester City keeper Claudio Bravo willing to remain patient
Manchester City back-up keeper Claudio Bravo says that 'there are more important things to life than football' as he responds to speculation over his future.
Dec 21, 14:05
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