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/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")
Jurgen Klopp ready to offer Dominic Solanke first-team chance
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises the "wonderful" performance of Dominic Solanke in Wednesday's 4-0 win over Tranmere Rovers, but says there is room for improvement.Jul 13, 17:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F09%2Fjurgen-klopp-liverpool.jpg "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match against Arsenal on March 4, 2017")
Jurgen Klopp "not nervous" about lack of transfer business
Jurgen Klopp urges Liverpool fans to remain patient during the summer transfer window, insisting that he is "convinced" by his manner of spending.Jul 13, 17:10
Wayne Rooney makes goalscoring return for Everton in victory over Gor Mahia
Everton beat Kenyan side Gor Mahia 2-1 in Tanzania, with Wayne Rooney back among the goals for his boyhood club on his first outing since rejoining.Jul 13, 15:59
Live Commentary: Gor Mahia 1-2 Everton - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Everton's 2-1 victory over Gor Mahia, as the Toffees kicked off their pre-season campaign in winning style.Jul 13, 13:00
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Alexandre Lacazette nets as Arsenal see off Sydney FC
Arsenal beat Sydney FC 2-0 at the ANZ Stadium to get their pre-season campaign off to a winning start, courtesy of goals from Per Mertesacker and Alexandre Lacazette.Jul 13, 11:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fmesut-ozil.jpg "Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil in action during the North London derby at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016")
Live Commentary: Sydney FC 0-2 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Arsenal's 2-0 win over Sydney FC, as the Gunners kicked off their pre-season campaign with a well-earned victory.Jul 13, 09:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F16%2Fjames-milner.jpg "James Milner in action during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017")
Liverpool cruise to victory over Tranmere Rovers in pre-season opener
Liverpool net four times at Prenton Park to get their pre-season campaign up and running with a convincing 4-0 win over neighbours Tranmere Rovers.Jul 12, 20:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjurgen-klopp.jpg "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp serves up some side-eye on September 24, 2016")
Live Commentary: Tranmere Rovers 0-4 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Liverpool's 4-0 win over Tranmere Rovers, as the Reds kicked off their pre-season campaign with a big victory.Jul 12, 17:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F21%2Fantonio-conte.jpg "Antonio Conte poses with the trophy during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017")
Carlo Ancelotti issues warning to Chelsea manager Antonio Conte
Former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has a word of advice for Antonio Conte, telling his compatriot to continue spending this summer to keep the club competitive.Jul 9, 21:52
Sol Campbell happy to manage in non-league as he seeks first job
Sol Campbell says that he is 'up for managing in non-league football' if it means landing his first managerial job, even offering to work on a reduced salary.Jul 9, 21:39
Manchester City 'remain confident of signing full-back Dani Alves'
Ex-Juventus defender Dani Alves is reportedly still on course to join Man City next week before jetting off to the United States as part of the club's pre-season tour.Jul 9, 21:28
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Tottenham Hotspur deny Mark Zuckerberg takeover rumours
Tottenham Hotspur are forced to release a statement denying claims that a group backed by Facebook owner Mark Zuckerberg had shown an interest in purchasing the club.Jul 9, 21:12
Report: Burnley enter race for Stoke City midfielder Glenn Whelan
Stoke City midfielder Glenn Whelan is reportedly wanted by Sean Dyche at Burnley as a direct replacement for Joey Barton, with a £2.5m deal potentially a few days away.Jul 9, 20:57
Leicester City midfielder Tom Lawrence wanted by Derby County?
Tom Lawrence could be on his way back to the Championship, as a report claims that the Leicester City midfielder is wanted by Derby County in a deal worth £7m.Jul 9, 20:46
Wojciech Szczesny left out of Arsenal's pre-season tour squad
A report claims that Arsenal have left Wojciech Szczesny out of their pre-season tour plans so that he can finalise a move to Italian giants Juventus.Jul 9, 20:36
Luciano Spalletti to hold talks with Manchester United target Ivan Perisic
Luciano Spalletti says that he will listen to Ivan Perisic's thoughts on recent links with a move to Manchester United, but hints that he could block any potential exit.Jul 9, 20:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fjurgen-klopp.JPG "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017")
Report: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp refusing to panic buy
A report claims that Jurgen Klopp is prepared to take a patient approach in his attempt to strengthen Liverpool's playing squad, having so far brought in two players.Jul 9, 20:11
Harry Redknapp reveals pre-season cancer scare
Harry Redknapp says that he was left fearing for his life when recently rushed to hospital to remove a tumour from his bladder.Jul 9, 19:59
Harry Redknapp: 'Next season not all about Aston Villa, Birmingham City'
Harry Redknapp believes that "15 or 16 teams" could challenge for promotion from the Championship next season, including both Aston Villa and his Birmingham City side.Jul 9, 19:48
Wolverhampton Wanderers to ditch move for Philip Heise?
Dynamo Dresden are reportedly playing hardball over defender Philip Heise's proposed £3m move to Wolves, which could see the Championship club withdraw their interest.Jul 9, 19:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F15%2Fromelu-lukaku.jpg "Romelu Lukaku in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Burnley on April 15, 2017")
Robbie Fowler: 'Romelu Lukaku an upgrade on Zlatan Ibrahimovic'
Robbie Fowler believes that Romelu Lukaku will provide Manchester United with 'more energy' in attack compared to last season when Zlatan Ibrahimovic led the line.Jul 9, 19:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fpep-guardiola-manchester-city.jpg "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal on April 23, 2017")
Dietmar Hamann: 'Manchester City the team to beat next season'
Dietmar Hamann claims that he "cannot see beyond" former club Manchester City winning the Premier League title next season, despite their struggles last time out.Jul 9, 19:08
Simon Grayson happy with Brendan Galloway performance
Simon Grayson says that the loan signing of Brendan Galloway is a "big bonus" for Sunderland, having been left impressed by the defender's performance on his debut.Jul 9, 18:55
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge: 'Thomas Muller must do more'
Thomas Muller must "play a stronger season" if he is to justify his place in Bayern Munich's starting lineup, according to president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.Jul 9, 18:43
Paulinho reiterates desire to join Barcelona this summer
Paulinho admits that he 'dreams' of winning the Champions League with Barcelona and would be willing to take a pay cut to join from Guangzhou Evergrande.Jul 9, 18:34
Luis Suarez: 'Joining Liverpool a dream for any player'
Former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez admits that he always 'dreamed' of running out for the club at Anfield in front of the Reds' 'affectionate' supporters.Jul 9, 18:23
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Jon Rahm earns first European Tour victory at Irish Open
Jon Rahm wins the Irish Open with a tournament-record score of 24-under-par at Portstewart Golf Club, finishing six shots ahead of Matthew Southgate and Richie Ramsay.Jul 9, 18:10
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England in control against South Africa at end of day three
England are 216 runs ahead of South Africa after beginning their second innings in impressive style, reaching 119-1 come the end of play at Lord's.Jul 8, 17:54
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Romelu Lukaku to appear in court after being arrested in Los Angeles
Beverly Hills Police confirm that Romelu Lukaku was arrested last week for persistent noise complaints and will now attend a court hearing in early October.Jul 8, 17:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fantonio-conte_1.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016")
Antonio Conte 'brings close ally Davide Mazzotta on board'
A report claims that Antonio Conte has added to his backroom staff by recruiting Davide Mazzotta, as Chelsea chiefs attempt to keep him happy at Stamford Bridge.Jul 8, 17:25
Ajax youngster Abdelhak Nouri collapses during pre-season friendly
Ajax reveal that youngster Abdelhak Nouri is now in a "stable" condition after collapsing on the field against Werder Bremen, forcing the friendly to be cut short.Jul 8, 17:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Feric-dier.jpg "Eric Dier in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur on December 28, 2016")
Tottenham Hotspur 'not listening to offers for midfielder Eric Dier'
Manchester United are reportedly told by Tottenham Hotspur that they are not getting their hands on Eric Dier this summer, even if they push ahead with a £50m bid.Jul 8, 17:02
Report: Robbie Keane open to Harry Redknapp reunion at Birmingham City
Robbie Keane is expected to join Birmingham City as a free agent after reportedly informing Harry Redknapp that he will take up the option of a short-term deal.Jul 8, 16:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F42%2Friyad-mahrez.JPG "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")
Riyad Mahrez 'furious with Leicester City after Arsenal move blocked'
A report claims that Riyad Mahrez is unhappy that Leicester City are refusing to sanction his transfer to Arsenal, having essentially been priced out of a move.Jul 8, 16:37
Paulinho: 'I could still join Barcelona this summer'
Paulinho hopes to join Barcelona from Guangzhou Evergrande during the summer transfer window, having seen the Catalan club's initial bid rejected earlier this week.Jul 8, 16:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F13%2Fsaul-niguez-spain.JPG "Saul Niguez in action for Spain Under-21s against Italy Under-21s on March 27. 2017")
Saul Niguez: Theo Hernandez 'doesn't matter' to Atletico Madrid
Saul Niguez insists Theo Hernandez's decision to swap Atletico Madrid for Real Madrid must be respected, but adds that his ex-teammate 'no longer matters' to the club.Jul 8, 16:13
George Leekens: Manchester United getting "complete package" with Romelu Lukaku
George Leekens, who handed Romelu Lukaku his international debut seven years ago, believes that the striker is now the real deal following his prolific spell at Everton.Jul 8, 16:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fpetr-cech.jpg "Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech in action during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016")
Arsenal 'maintain interest in Toulouse goalkeeper Alban Lafont'
Toulouse keeper Alban Lafont is once again linked with a move to Arsenal, as he is reportedly seen by boss Arsene Wenger as an ideal long-term replacement for Petr Cech.Jul 8, 15:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F14%2Fadama-traore-middlesbrough_1.JPG "Adama Traore in action during the FA Cup quarter-final between Middlesbrough and Manchester City on March 11, 2017")
Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore linked with Newcastle United move
Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore could be on the move once again this summer, as Newcastle United are reportedly keen to snap him up from their North-East rivals.Jul 8, 15:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fradja-nainggolan-roma.JPG "Roma's Radja Nainggolan in action against Juventus on May 14, 2017")
Monchi: Radja Nainggolan "will definitely stay at Roma"
Roma are only looking to further strengthen their squad this summer rather than offloading more star men, according to sporting director Monchi.Jul 8, 15:23
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