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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F21%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017")
Chelsea include striker Diego Costa in Premier League squad
Diego Costa is named as part of Chelsea's 25-man Premier League squad, despite recently claiming that he never intends to return to the club.Sep 1, 21:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Xavi: 'Barcelona have signed players who do not fit their system'
Xavi claims that former club Barcelona "have fallen asleep" this summer as they have failed to bring in the right type of players.Sep 1, 20:59
Barcelona send Munir El Haddadi on season-long loan to Alaves
La Liga side Alaves win the race to take Barcelona forward Munir El Haddadi on loan for the 2017-18 season.Sep 1, 20:49
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F33%2Fneymar-edinson-cavani.jpg "Neymar mounts Edinson Cavani during the Ligue 1 match between Guingamp and Paris Saint-Germain on August 13, 2017")
Paris Saint-Germain "very confident" of passing Financial Fair Play tests
Paris Saint-Germain express "surprise" at UEFA's decision to look into the club's transfer spending this summer, insisting that they have complied with FFP rules.Sep 1, 20:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fthomas-lemar.jpg "AS Monaco and France winger Thomas Lemar in action for his country during their international friendly with England on June 13, 2017")
Arsene Wenger confirms Monaco winger Thomas Lemar rejected Arsenal
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reveals that the late breakdown in talks between his side and Thomas Lemar was down to the player deciding against a deadline-day switch.Sep 1, 20:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fcostel-pantilimon.JPG "Watford goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon in action during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on November 6, 2016")
Watford's Costel Pantilimon sent on loan to Deportivo La Coruna
Costel Pantilimon is handed an escape route by Deportivo La Coruna, where he will spend the 2017-18 campaign on loan after making just nine Watford appearances.Sep 1, 19:57
Diafra Sakho 'reports back for West Ham United training'
A report claims that West Ham United striker Diafra Sakho returned to training on Friday after going AWOL the previous two days in an attempt to force an exit.Sep 1, 19:42
Pele congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo on joining elite list
Pele hails Cristiano Ronaldo's goalscoring record for Portugal following the Real Madrid superstar's hat-trick against the Faroe Islands.Sep 1, 19:30
Sergio Ramos not contemplating international retirement
Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos will consider playing on for Spain past the 2018 World Cup as long as he remains "motivated and happy".Sep 1, 19:18
Wales Under-21s begin qualifying campaign with victory in Bern
Wales Under-21s beat Switzerland Under-21s 3-0 to begin their U21 Euro 2019 qualifying campaign in style.Sep 1, 19:00
Las Palmas confirm Loic Remy arrival on permanent deal
French striker Loic Remy's three-year spell at Chelsea comes to an end as he departs for Spanish side Las Palmas on a permanent deal.Sep 1, 18:51
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Romelu Lukaku relishing Zlatan Ibrahimovic link-up
Romelu Lukaku insists that Manchester United need Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the squad 'for his personality', as he targets Premier League success this season.Sep 1, 18:40
Arturo Vidal: Alexis Sanchez to Manchester City rumours were "all made up"
Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal questions whether reports linking Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez with a move to Manchester City had any truth to them.Sep 1, 14:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Falexis-sanchez.jpg "Alexis Sanchez sits dejected during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017")
Alexis Sanchez 'threatens to go on strike at Arsenal'
A report claims that Alexis Sanchez has been left furious after seeing a deadline-day move to Manchester City fall through and he may now go on strike at Arsenal.Sep 1, 14:39
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Sale Sharks prop Eifion Lewis-Roberts forced into retirement
Sale Sharks legend Eifion Lewis-Roberts calls time on his playing career after failing to recover from an injury picked up against Bristol Rugby last October.Sep 1, 14:26
Paul Merson: 'Summer sales could come back to haunt Chelsea'
Paul Merson suggests that Premier League champions Chelsea may live to regret selling Nathaniel Chalobah, Nemanja Matic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek.Sep 1, 14:15
Sporting Lisbon give green light for Adrien Silva to Leicester City move
Sporting Lisbon confirm their intention to sell Portugal international Adrien Silva to Leicester City, with the two sides now awaiting approval from FIFA.Sep 1, 14:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F34%2Fjose-mourinho.jpg "Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Manchester United on August 19, 2017")
Gary Neville hails "outstanding" Jose Mourinho transfer business
Gary Neville says that Jose Mourinho "will be satisfied" with Manchester United's transfer activity, despite missing out on Inter Milan winger Ivan Perisic.Sep 1, 13:47
Report: Chelsea cancel contract of French striker Loic Remy
Loic Remy has reportedly joined Spanish side Las Palmas as a free agent after seeing his Chelsea contract terminated following three unsuccessful years at the club.Sep 1, 13:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fdiego-costa_1.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Report: Diego Costa expected to get Atletico Madrid move before deadline
A report claims that Diego Costa could still get his dream return to Atletico Madrid, as Chelsea chiefs are locked in talks ahead of Friday night's deadline.Sep 1, 13:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgordon-strachan.JPG "Scotland manager Gordon Strachan on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against England at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Gordon Strachan: 'Lithuania match not must-win for Scotland'
Gordon Strachan believes that Scotland will still be in with a real shot of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup even if they draw against Lithuania on Friday night.Sep 1, 13:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fkylian-mbappe.jpg "Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring during the World Cup qualifier between France and the Netherlands on August 31, 2017")
Kylian Mbappe: "I have a lot to learn at Paris Saint-Germain"
Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe hopes to continue improving his all-round game after completing a move to the Parc des Princes from Ligue 1 rivals Monaco.Sep 1, 12:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fchris-coleman.JPG "Wales manager Chris Coleman on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier with Serbia on November 12, 2016")
Wales boss Chris Coleman undaunted by tricky qualifying task
Chris Coleman admits that, while anything less than victory against Austria will likely end Wales's World Cup hopes, they will not head into the match feeling fearful.Sep 1, 12:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fwayne-rooney.jpg "A dejected Wayne Rooney during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017")
Wayne Rooney charged with drink-driving by Cheshire Police
Cheshire Police confirm that Everton striker Wayne Rooney has been charged with a drink-driving offence.Sep 1, 12:30
Michael O'Neill: 'We must avoid complacency against San Marino'
Michael O'Neill insists that Northern Ireland have prepared for Friday's World Cup qualifier against San Marino as though they are facing world champions Germany.Sep 1, 12:24
Gareth Southgate: 'I don't see Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain as a central midfielder'
Gareth Southgate believes that versatile England and Liverpool ace Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain "is more productive" out wide, rather than in his preferred central position. Sep 1, 12:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fluis-suarez.JPG "Sexy Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016")
Luis Suarez plays down fears of fresh injury problem
Luis Suarez reveals that he did not suffer a fresh injury in Uruguay's goalless draw with Argentina, but was instead forced off the field due to cramp.Sep 1, 12:01
Thomas Lemar "very happy" at Monaco following Arsenal pursuit
Monaco winger Thomas Lemar says that he intends to continue improving at the Stade Louis II after seeing a rumoured £92m move to Arsenal fall through on deadline day.Sep 1, 11:48
Leicester City 'still waiting on Adrien Silva verdict'
The Football Association is reportedly still looking into Leicester City's signing of Adrien Silva from Sporting Lisbon, which may not have gone through on time.Sep 1, 11:38
Sheffield Wednesday, Wolverhampton Wanderers 'bids for Adam Forshaw rejected'
Adam Forshaw was reportedly a deadline-day target for Sheffield Wednesday and Wolverhampton Wanderers, but Middlesbrough rejected both sides' approaches.Aug 31, 22:55
Sunderland finalise loan deal for midfielder Jonny Williams
Crystal Palace midfielder Jonny Williams is sent out on loan once again, this time linking up with Sunderland at Championship level.Aug 31, 22:34
Clayton Donaldson swaps Birmingham City for Sheffield United
Clayton Donaldson joins Sheffield United from Birmingham City on a one-year contract for an undisclosed fee, with the option to extend the deal by a further 12 months.Aug 31, 22:31
Cardiff City bring in Craig Bryson on loan from Derby County
Championship leaders Cardiff City complete their second signing of deadline day by bringing in Craig Bryson on loan from Derby County.Aug 31, 22:11
Diafra Sakho to be offered new West Ham United deal after resolving future?
West Ham United striker Diafra Sakho could reportedly sign a new deal with the club, despite having his heart set on a move to French side Rennes on deadline day.Aug 31, 22:09
Newcastle United loan Achraf Lazaar to Serie A club Benevento
Achraf Lazaar is given the chance to get his career back on track with Benevento in Serie A after struggling for minutes during his maiden campaign at Newcastle United.Aug 31, 21:56
Liverpool youngster Sam Hart joins Blackburn Rovers
Sam Hart leaves Liverpool to join Blackburn Rovers on a permanent deal - the League One side's 11th signing of a busy summer at Ewood Park.Aug 31, 21:43
Rafael Benitez 'to walk away from Newcastle United'
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez is reportedly close to quitting due to the club's lack of transfer activity this summer.Aug 31, 21:30
Celtic land Paris Saint-Germain striker Odsonne Edouard on loan
Paris Saint-Germain youngster Odsonne Edouard joins Celtic on a season-long loan, with the Bhoys also having the option to sign him permanently next summer.Aug 31, 21:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fjordan-henderson_1.JPG "England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
Gareth Southgate to share around England captaincy duties
Gareth Southgate hopes to turn his England players into a collective group of leaders by passing the captain's armband around.Aug 31, 21:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Falexis-sanchez_1.jpg "Alexis Sanchez prays during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017")
Manchester City to return for Alexis Sanchez in January?
Manchester City had a second bid for Alexis Sanchez accepted by Arsenal before the Gunners' move for Thomas Lemar collapsed, according to a report.Aug 31, 20:50
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