Alexis Sanchez puckers up during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Manchester City 'prepared to wait for Alexis Sanchez'
A report claims that Manchester City have prioritised bringing in a centre-back in the January window, as they hold off making an approach for Alexis Sanchez.
Dec 21, 13:51
Ben Gibson after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
West Bromwich Albion line up Ben Gibson as Jonny Evans replacement?
West Bromwich Albion will turn to Middlesbrough's Ben Gibson if in-demand defender Jonny Evans leaves next month, according to a report.
Dec 21, 13:40
Mark Hughes reacts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth on October 21, 2017
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes given one game to save job?
A report claims that Stoke City chairman Peter Coates is ready to sack Mark Hughes should West Bromwich Albion leave the bet365 Stadium with all three points.
Dec 21, 13:28
Diego Costa scores to equalise during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Arsenal do not have psychological edge'
Gary Cahill insists that Arsenal will not look forward to facing Chelsea in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup, as the Blues are extra motivated to pick up victory.
Dec 21, 13:16
Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci in action for his side during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016
AC Milan: 'No truth to Leonardo Bonucci exit rumours'
AC Milan state that rumours of Leonardo Bonucci potentially leaving the club next month are wide of the mark.
Dec 21, 13:04
David Silva celebrates his opener during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Manchester City on December 10, 2017
Lee Johnson relishing semi-final showdown with Manchester City
Lee Johnson says that he has a soft spot for Manchester City, who his Bristol City side will take on over two legs in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup.
Dec 21, 12:50
Jermain Defoe has a breather during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Eddie Howe suspects ligament damage for Jermain Defoe
Eddie Howe expects Jermain Defoe to spend time on the sidelines after hobbling off the field during the first half of Bournemouth's defeat to Chelsea.
Dec 21, 12:39
Alvaro Morata celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Alvaro Morata cruelly denies Bournemouth as Chelsea progress into semi-finals
Alvaro Morata scores in stoppage time, seconds after Bournemouth had levelled up the match, to earn Chelsea a 2-1 win in Wednesday's EFL Cup quarter-final tie.
Dec 20, 21:40
Eddie Howe greets Antonio Conte ahead of the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on October 28, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Bournemouth - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 2-1 win over Bournemouth, as Alvaro Morata scored a dramatic late goal to send the Blues through.
Dec 20, 18:44
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge goes down injured during his side's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on May 21, 2017
Daniel Sturridge in contention for Arsenal trip after recovering from illness
Jurgen Klopp hopes to have Daniel Sturridge back involved for Liverpool's meeting with Arsenal, while Joel Matip is another who has a chance of featuring in the squad.
Dec 20, 15:58
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in action for Liverpool on November 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain growing into Liverpool role'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp suggests that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain now looks more dangerous in attacking positions as there is more responsibility on his shoulders.
Dec 20, 15:46
Brendan Rodgers watches on during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016
Celtic complete capture of Marvin Compper from RB Leipzig
Marvin Compper leaves RB Leipzig for Celtic on a two-and-a-half-year deal, which will officially go through when the transfer window opens on January 1.
Dec 20, 15:34
Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring with Hector Bellerin during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur on November 18, 2017
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp: 'Arsenal can do it all'
Jurgen Klopp hails Arsenal's ability to "change styles" during games and predicts a tough test for his Liverpool players on Friday night.
Dec 20, 15:23
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Fernando Torres wants Antoine Griezmann to reject Barcelona, Manchester United
Atletico Madrid striker Fernando Torres hopes to see teammate Antoine Griezmann reject interest from elsewhere and continue his career at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Dec 20, 15:11
Alexis Sanchez celebrates during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017
Arsenal players 'frustrated with wantaway forward Alexis Sanchez'
Tensions are reportedly growing behind the scenes at Arsenal as Alexis Sanchez's attitude has split the dressing room down the middle.
Dec 20, 15:00
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Sevilla charging Manchester United fans up to £133 a ticket
Manchester United have been given an allocation of 2,450 tickets for their meeting with Sevilla in February, though the price of tickets has shot up for the last-16 tie.
Dec 20, 14:49
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Jack Wilshere 'confident' of reaching contract agreement
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere says that there are still "a few things to sort out" with regards to a new contract, which he will sign if given more playing time.
Dec 20, 14:35
David Luiz celebrates opening the scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Tore Andre Flo: 'David Luiz is very happy at Chelsea'
Tore Andre Flo says that he "does not really understand" why David Luiz is being constantly linked with a move away from Chelsea, as the defender is happy in West London.
Dec 20, 14:23
Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Paulinho: 'Philippe Coutinho would be a great signing for Barcelona'
Paulinho says that speculation linking Philippe Coutinho with Barcelona is to be expected, as he backs his international teammate to make the switch from Liverpool.
Dec 20, 14:10
David Moyes shouts instructions during the Premier League game between Watford and West Ham United on November 19, 2017
Diafra Sakho 'in row with David Moyes over £50,000 bonus'
Diafra Sakho was dropped to the bench for West Ham United's EFL Cup tie against Arsenal following a dispute with boss David Moyes, according to a report.
Dec 20, 12:30
Manchester United's Sergio Romero saves a penalty against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Report: Jose Mourinho to block Sergio Romero loan exit
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will not grant Sergio Romero his wish of leaving the club on loan in January, according to a report.
Dec 20, 12:18
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
Arsenal, Everton target Steven N'Zonzi 'jets into London'
Rumoured Arsenal and Everton target Steven N'Zonzi, who wants out of current club Sevilla, appears to have been filmed arriving at Gatwick Airport on Tuesday night.
Dec 20, 12:09
Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger: 'Fixture list to blame for injuries
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that the thought of losing more players to injury 'is worrying' after seeing Olivier Giroud pull up against West Ham United.
Dec 20, 11:53
Andreas Christensen in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte hails 'surprising' Andreas Christensen form
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte hopes to see Andreas Christensen emulate John Terry over time after being left 'surprised' by the speed of the defender's development.
Dec 20, 11:41
A sultry Philippe Coutinho during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Everton on December 10, 2017
Liverpool, Barcelona agree £132m fee for Philippe Coutinho?
Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho is reportedly on his way to Barcelona in a £132m deal that will be paid off in instalments.
Dec 20, 11:30
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
Ex-Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky announces retirement
Tomas Rosicky announces his retirement from playing at the age of 37 as he is "no longer able to fully prepare" his body for the demands of football.
Dec 20, 11:19
Paul Pogba and Isaac Hayden in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Phil Neville: 'Manchester United predictable without Paul Pogba'
Former Manchester United defender Phil Neville hails the leadership qualities of Paul Pogba, who he believes is the key man for the Red Devils.
Dec 20, 11:06
Dele Alli scores his side's third during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Simon Mignolet: 'Liverpool now look a lot more solid'
Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet is happy with the defensive improvements made by his side since their 4-1 thrashing at Wembley Stadium two months ago.
Dec 20, 10:56
Leroy Fer in action for Swansea City on October 1, 2016
Leroy Fer: 'Crystal Palace match massive for Swansea City'
Leroy Fer hopes that Swansea City can replicate their form from the second half of last season to drag themselves off the foot of the table and to Premier League safety.
Dec 20, 10:45
Kylian Mbappe poses with a Paris Saint-Germain shirt following his move from AS Monaco
Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe 'unsure' of next career step
Kylian Mbappe says that he is "doing better" than he ever imagined at the age of 18, but remains unsure where his long-term future lies.
Dec 20, 10:32
West Ham United manager David Moyes at the Premier League game against Manchester City on December 3, 2017
West Ham United boss David Moyes on lookout for midfield options
West Ham United manager David Moyes confesses that an injection of quality is required in January if his side are to push away from relegation trouble.
Dec 20, 10:21
Cristiano Ronaldo scores past Gerard Pique during the Supercopa de Espana first-leg match between Barcelona and Real Madrid on August 13, 2017
Sergio Ramos: Real Madrid "obliged" to beat Barcelona
Sergio Ramos stresses the importance of Real Madrid picking up victory against Barcelona on Saturday to keep their La Liga title hopes alive.
Dec 20, 10:10
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Lee Johnson buys £450 bottle of wine for 'inspirational' Jose Mourinho
Lee Johnson reveals he has flown in a special bottle of wine from Portugal in the hope of enticing Jose Mourinho into a post-game chat after Bristol City face Man United.
Dec 20, 09:59
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte tells Michy Batshuayi to prove his worth
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte suggests that it is down to Michy Batshuayi to prove that he is more deserving of a starting spot than Alvaro Morata.
Dec 20, 09:44
Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017
Claude Puel: Leicester City "unlucky" to lose quarter-final tie
Claude Puel admits that he is 'disappointed' Leicester City failed to get the job done against Manchester City after taking them all the way to penalties in the EFL Cup.
Dec 20, 09:31
Gabriel Jesus is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Forget about winning unprecedented quadruple'
Pep Guardiola tells Manchester City supporters that winning the quadruple in his second season at the club "is not going to happen".
Dec 20, 09:20
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Chelsea on December 9, 2017
Jose Mourinho 'not ruling out transfer swoop for Eden Hazard'
A report claims that Manchester United may be about to join Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign Chelsea forward Eden Hazard.
Dec 20, 09:08
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Danny Welbeck helps Arsenal to scrappy win over West Ham United
Danny Welbeck scores the only goal of the game through the only on-target attempt of the game as Arsenal beat West Ham United 1-0 in the EFL Cup quarter-finals.
Dec 19, 21:41
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Live Commentary: Arsenal 1-0 West Ham United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's 1-0 win over West Ham United, as Danny Welbeck's close-range goal sealed progression for the hosts.
Dec 19, 18:44
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England seamer Craig Overton doubtful for fourth Ashes Test
England seamer Craig Overton reveals that playing any part in the fourth Ashes Test against Australia is unlikely.
Dec 19, 18:32
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