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Rory McIlroy confirms split from long-term caddie JP Fitzgerald
World number four Rory McIlroy parts company with JP Fitzgerald after a nine-year association after 'growing angry' at his lack of personal success in 2017.
Aug 2, 19:56
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Bournemouth on February 4, 2017
Jack Wilshere 'wants to salvage flagging Arsenal career'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere reportedly wants to stay at the club for the 2017-18 season and fight for a place in the side, despite being offered the chance to leave.
Aug 2, 19:40
Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez during the Premier League match against Manchester City on April 2, 2017
Arsenal 'offer Alexis Sanchez £290,000-a-week deal'
A report claims that Arsenal have offered Alexis Sanchez wages of £290,000 a week to commit his future to the club for the long term.
Aug 2, 19:17
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
Report: Brighton & Hove Albion interested in Adam Forshaw
Brighton & Hove Albion boss Chris Hughton has shown an interest in Middlesbrough midfielder Adam Forshaw, according to a report.
Aug 2, 18:59
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
Report: Wolverhampton Wanderers waiting on Sam Gallagher
A report claims that Wolverhampton Wanderers are prepared to wait to land Sam Gallagher from Southampton, as the Saints first want to bring in a replacement striker.
Aug 2, 18:43
Leicester City's Danny Drinkwater takes a shot against Sevilla on March 14, 2017
Chelsea willing to pay up to £30m for Danny Drinkwater?
Chelsea are reportedly willing to hand over up to £30m for Danny Drinkwater, but Leicester City could be prepared to hold out for more.
Aug 2, 18:27
AS Monaco's Kylian Mbappe lines up ahead of the Champions League game against Manchester City on February 21, 2017
Leonardo Jardim: 'Kylian Mbappe, Thomas Lemar fully focused on AS Monaco'
Leonardo Jardim insists that it is "important" AS Monaco keep hold of their remaining star names as they prepare for the start of their Ligue 1 title defence.
Aug 2, 18:12
Neymar of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
La Liga chief warns Paris Saint-Germain off signing Neymar
Paris Saint-Germain will be in breach of UEFA's financial fair play regulations if they sign Neymar from Barcelona, according to La Liga president Javier Tebas.
Jul 30, 17:58
Mauricio Pochettino shouts during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur fans still love Kyle Walker'
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino says that he can "totally understand" why supporters booed Kyle Walker when running out against his former club for Man City.
Jul 30, 17:46
Jurgen Klopp tells James Milner what's what during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017
James Milner returns to Liverpool training after recovering from thigh injury
James Milner returns to full Liverpool training after shaking off the thigh injury picked up last week, but Dejan Lovren and Divock Origi are still nursing slight issues.
Jul 30, 17:31
Georginio Wijnaldum poses at Melwood on December 6, 2016
Georginio Wijnaldum: 'Mohamed Salah is flying at Liverpool'
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum believes that new teammate Mohamed Salah has settled in instantly after hitting the ground running upon joining from Roma.
Jul 30, 17:20
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
Report: Watford back in for Arsenal full-back Kieran Gibbs
Kieran Gibbs could be on his way to Watford as they have reportedly reignited their interest in the out-of-favour Arsenal defender.
Jul 30, 17:07
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
Dani Alves: 'Neymar must be brave and join Paris Saint-Germain'
Paris Saint-Germain full-back Dani Alves says that he still 'speaks to Neymar every day', as he urges his former Barcelona teammate to join him in the French capital.
Jul 30, 16:57
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Chapecoense crash survivor Alan Ruschel to feature against Barcelona
Chapecoense defender Alan Ruschel, one of just three players to survive last year's tragic plane crash, is to make his comeback in next week's friendly against Barcelona.
Jul 30, 16:46
Alvaro Negredo in action for Middlesbrough on November 20, 2016
Leeds United linked with move for Valencia striker Alvaro Negredo
Leeds United are locked in a straight battle with Swansea City for Valencia striker Alvaro Negredo, according to a report.
Jul 30, 16:34
Antonio Rudiger in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016
Antonio Rudiger wants "justice" after being subjected to racial abuse in Italy
Antonio Rudiger describes joining Chelsea as a 'dream move' after being made to feel "alone" during his time with Roma when racially abused from the stands.
Jul 30, 16:23
Leicester City forward Riyad Mahrez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at the King Power Stadium on October 22, 2016
Tottenham Hotspur 'enter bidding war for Riyad Mahrez'
Riyad Mahrez is reportedly wanted by Tottenham Hotspur, who are hopeful of using the attraction of Champions League football next season to see off interest from Arsenal.
Jul 30, 16:07
Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017
Everton issue ultimatum to Arsenal over signing of Olivier Giroud?
A report claims that Everton may abandon their pursuit for top attacking transfer target Olivier Giroud if Arsenal do not make him available to purchase in the next week.
Jul 30, 15:52
A crotch-focused shot of Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Los Angeles Galaxy chief: 'Door remains open for Zlatan Ibrahimovic to join'
Los Angeles Galaxy president Chris Klein confirms that the club retain an interest in signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic, but expects the striker to remain in Europe for now.
Jul 30, 15:38
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on March 12, 2017
Report: Philippe Coutinho to plead for Barcelona move
Liverpool ace Philippe Coutinho is reportedly so determined to join Barcelona in the remaining weeks of the transfer window that he will beg for a move away from Anfield.
Jul 30, 15:23
Chelsea's Nemanja Matic during the FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Nemanja Matic 'pictured in Manchester United gear ahead of move from Chelsea'
An image surfaces online appearing to show Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic wearing a Manchester United training top.
Jul 30, 15:11
Luciano Spalletti watches on during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Eder heads Inter Milan to victory over Bayern Munich
Eder scores two first-half headers as Inter Milan maintain their unbeaten run in pre-season with a 2-0 victory over Bayern Munich.
Jul 27, 13:31
Luciano Spalletti watches on during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Live Commentary: Bayern Munich 0-2 Inter Milan - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Inter Milan's 2-0 win over Bayern Munich, as the Bavarians rounded off their tour of Asia with another loss.
Jul 27, 10:30
Javier Hernandez of Bayer Leverkusen in action during his side's Champions League Group E clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley Stadium on November 2, 2016
Javier Hernandez "excited" to return to Old Trafford with West Ham United
West Ham United striker Javier Hernandez cannot wait to get going at his new club, revealing that Slaven Bilic was a key reason behind his move from Bayer Leverkusen.
Jul 25, 12:00
AS Monaco's Kylian Mbappe in action during the Champions League match against Manchester City on February 21, 2017
AS Monaco 'deny reaching Kylian Mbappe agreement with Real Madrid'
Real Madrid have reportedly not agreed a deal with AS Monaco to sign teenage striker Kylian Mbappe, contrary to claims in the Spanish press.
Jul 25, 11:48
Sean Dyche watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Burnley on May 13, 2017
Burnley boss Sean Dyche after "two or three" new players
Burnley manager Sean Dyche confesses that he is not entirely happy with his playing squad as things stand, targeting at least two more new faces before the window closes.
Jul 25, 11:38
Alexis Sanchez, aka Alexis, celebrates scoring the second during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017
Report: Paris Saint-Germain return with £44m Alexis Sanchez bid
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain have not yet given up hope of signing Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal, having tabled a second offer of £44m for the Chilean.
Jul 25, 11:26
Barcelona forward Neymar in action during his side's La Liga clash with Deportivo La Coruna at the Camp Nou on October 15, 2016
Casemiro: 'Neymar welcome to join me at Real Madrid'
Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro tempts Brazil international teammate Neymar into crossing the El Clasico divide by joining from Barcelona.
Jul 25, 11:15
Chelsea's Gary Cahill during the FA Cup final against Arsenal on May 27, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Chelsea can win Champions League again'
Chelsea skipper Gary Cahill believes that the club's spending this summer could help them win the Champions League, five years on from their only previous success.
Jul 25, 11:04
Hugo Lloris celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on January 4, 2017
Hugo Lloris not focused on Tottenham Hotspur transfer spending
Hugo Lloris is adamant that Tottenham Hotspur will remain competitive at the top end of the Premier League next season regardless of how much they spend this summer.
Jul 25, 10:51
Greg Rutherford in action at the Rio Olympics on August 13, 2016
Greg Rutherford withdraws from World Athletics Championships
Greg Rutherford will not get the chance to add to his medal collection at the 2017 World Athletics Championships after being forced to withdraw through injury.
Jul 25, 10:40
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Vincent Kompany: 'New Manchester City players hungry to succeed'
Vincent Kompany is optimistic that Manchester City's six new signings are "hungry to win" titles with the club, as he targets a third Premier League crown.
Jul 25, 10:29
A hooded Jurgen Klopp looking shifty during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp unconcerned by Premier League rivals' spending
Jurgen Klopp reiterates that Liverpool are still in the market for big-name players, but he is not willing to spend large sums of money just for the sake of it.
Jul 25, 10:15
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League clash at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Jurgen Klopp "not interested" in Jose Mourinho remarks
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp brushes aside Jose Mourinho's claims that his side could struggle in the Premier League next season if they qualify for the Champions League.
Jul 25, 10:02
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane celebrates after scoring during the Champions League last 16 first leg against AS Monaco at the Etihad Stadium on February 21, 2017
Manchester City midfielder Leroy Sane gets tattoo of himself celebrating a goal
Manchester City midfielder Leroy Sane gets a full-spine tattoo apparently showing him celebrating a goal against AS Monaco last season - a tie City would go on to lose.
Jul 25, 09:52
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring the opening goal against Juventus in the Champions League final on June 3, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I want more trophies with Real Madrid'
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo targets a repeat of 2016-17 this coming season as he goes in search of more major honours.
Jul 25, 09:37
Man of the match Kevin De Bruyne applauds after the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Seven-team battle for Premier League title'
Kevin De Bruyne acknowledges that Manchester City must improve on last season's trophyless campaign, but says that it will be tougher than ever to win the Premier League.
Jul 25, 09:27
Part-time ninja Adam Smith in action during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Adam Smith pens new four-year deal with Bournemouth
Bournemouth defender Adam Smith signs a new four-year deal with the club to end any talk of a return to former side Tottenham Hotspur.
Jul 25, 09:09
Riyad Mahrez celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Watford on May 6, 2017
Wes Morgan: Riyad Mahrez "not slacking" despite transfer uncertainty
Wes Morgan hails the attacking qualities of Riyad Mahrez and insists that the winger will continue to give his all for Leicester City while he remains at the club.
Jul 25, 09:05
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on March 12, 2017
Liverpool set £89m asking price for midfielder Philippe Coutinho?
A report claims that Barcelona have been told they will not land Brazil international Philippe Coutinho from Liverpool unless they offer £89m.
Jul 25, 08:53
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