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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fmohamed-salah.jpg "Mohamed Salah in action during the Europa League game between Roma and Viktoria Plzen on November 24, 2016")
Chelsea accuse Fiorentina of 'extorting' money over Mohamed Salah transfer
Chelsea accuse Fiorentina of attempting to "extort" money from them by claiming for a huge compensation fee over the sale of Mohamed Salah.Jul 1, 08:13
/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")
Watford complete signing of young goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann
Watford complete the signing of Austria Under-21s international keeper Daniel Bachmann following his release by Stoke City.Jul 1, 08:11
Report: Arsenal turn attention to Riyad Mahrez after missing out on Thomas Lemar
A report claims that Leicester City's Riyad Mahrez will be made the subject of a bid by Arsenal after the Gunners missed out on £30m AS Monaco winger Thomas Lemar.Jun 28, 22:00
Jordan Pickford backs Nathan Redmond to recover from semi-final penalty pain
England Under-21s keeper Jordan Pickford expects Nathan Redmond to quickly pick himself back up after missing from the spot in the penalty shootout defeat to Germany.Jun 28, 21:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Ftiemoue-bakayoko-yaya-toure.JPG "Tiemoue Bakayoko and Yaya Toure during the Champions League match between Manchester City and AS Monaco on February 21, 2017")
Tiemoue Bakayoko 'undergoes Chelsea medical ahead of £35m move from AS Monaco'
A report claims that Tiemoue Bakayoko has just a few minor details to agree with Chelsea before finalising a £35m switch from French champions AS Monaco.Jun 28, 21:35
Crystal Palace 'rival Lyon for Ajax defender Kenny Tete'
Ajax full-back Kenny Tete is reportedly wanted by both Crystal Palace and Lyon after seeing a £2.7m move to Galatasaray break down earlier this summer.Jun 28, 21:21
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F33%2Fusain-bolt.jpg "Usain Bolt in action ahead of the men's 100m semi-finals on August 15, 2016")
Usain Bolt "not happy" despite Golden Spike victory
Usain Bolt says that he is "not happy" after clocking a time of over 10 seconds for the second 100m event in succession - the first time that has happened in his career.Jun 28, 21:09
Chile through to Confederations Cup final after Claudio Bravo penalty heroics
Claudio Bravo saves three spot kicks as Chile beat Portugal on penalties in the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup following 120 goalless minutes in Kazan.Jun 28, 20:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F16%2Fcourtney-lawes-england.JPG "Courtney Lawes of England in action against Australia on June 25, 2016")
Sean Fitzpatrick backs Courtney Lawes to start second Test against New Zealand
Sean Fitzpatrick expects Courtney Lawes to start the British and Irish Lions' second Test against New Zealand, while also tipping Iain Henderson to play a part.Jun 28, 20:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fanthony-joshua_2.jpg "Anthony Joshua in an opening training session on December 6, 2016")
Eddie Hearn: Vegas "frontrunner" for Anthony Joshua, Wladimir Klitschko rematch
Las Vegas is the likely destination for any rematch between Anthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko, according to promoter Eddie Hearn.Jun 28, 20:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fnathan-redmond.JPG "England Under-21s winger Nathan Redmond in action during his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s on November 10, 2016")
Nathan Redmond apologises for decisive penalty miss
Nathan Redmond says "sorry" for missing from the spot in England Under-21s' penalty-shootout defeat to Germany, but vows to learn from the experience.Jun 28, 20:04
Tottenham Hotspur 'prepared to double Toby Alderweireld salary'
Toby Alderweireld is reportedly offered the chance to double his £50,000-a-week wages at Tottenham Hotspur in an attempt to put an end to speculation.Jun 28, 19:50
AC Milan 'pull out of race to sign James Rodriguez'
AC Milan will not be making an offer for James Rodriguez after being informed by Real Madrid that he is valued at £50m, according to a report.Jun 28, 19:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fmarouane-fellaini-marten-de-roon.jpg "Marouane Fellaini and Marten de Roon in action during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017")
Report: Middlesbrough's Marten de Roon on Manchester United radar
A report claims that Middlesbrough midfielder Marten de Roon is a target for Manchester United, who are willing to pay £8.8m for his services.Jun 28, 19:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Ftammy-abraham.jpg "Tammy Abraham represents England Under-19s against Japan Under-19s on November 15, 2015")
Tammy Abraham 'handed long-term Chelsea deal before being loaned out'
A report claims that Chelsea have offered Tammy Abraham a new £50,000-a-week deal to extend his stay at Stamford Bridge, as he prepares for another season out on loan.Jun 28, 19:11
Bolton Wanderers to nab West Ham United youngster Reece Burke on loan?
West Ham United defender Reece Burke is expected to be loaned out for a third season in a row, with Bolton Wanderers reportedly close to agreeing a deal.Jun 28, 18:58
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang heading for Chinese Super League?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will snub Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea to instead join Chinese Super League club Tianjin Quanjian, according to a report.Jun 28, 18:48
Fenerbahce 'preparing bid for Everton winger Kevin Mirallas'
A report claims that Turkish giants Fenerbahce are about to test Everton's resolve with a bid for winger Kevin Mirallas.Jun 28, 18:36
Chelsea open to player exchange to land Sevilla attacker Vitolo?
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is prepared to send either Michy Batshuayi or Kurt Zouma to Sevilla in an attempt to broker a deal for attacker Vitolo, according to a report.Jun 28, 18:23
Report: Manchester United still interested in AS Monaco's Fabinho
A report claims that versatile AS Monaco midfielder Fabinho is still wanted by Manchester United, despite Jose Mourinho reaching an agreement to sign Nemanja Matic.Jun 28, 18:09
Galatasaray confirm talks with Bafetimbi Gomis over permanent move
Bafetimbi Gomis bids farewell to Swansea City supporters as he moves a step closer to joining Galatasaray for a fee of around £2.5mJun 28, 14:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F10%2Flaurent-koscielny.jpg "Laurent Koscielny receives his marching orders during the Champions League game between Arsenal and Bayern Munich on March 7, 2017")
Arsenal 'face battle to keep Laurent Koscielny as AC Milan join race'
A report claims that Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny has been made AC Milan's top target for the summer, having also recently been linked with a move to Marseille.Jun 28, 14:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F52%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016")
Steve Nicol questions valuation of defender Virgil van Dijk
Former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol believes that Virgil van Dijk could still join the Reds, but questions whether the club will be getting value for money.Jun 28, 14:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fben-gibson.jpg "Ben Gibson after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017")
Report: Six Premier League teams in hunt for defender Ben Gibson
Middlesbrough centre-back Ben Gibson has attracted interest from as many as six Premier League clubs, according to a report.Jun 28, 14:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fwayne-rooney-manchester-united.JPG "Manchester United's Wayne Rooney during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 17, 2017")
Gary Neville "surprised" by Wayne Rooney transfer uncertainty
Gary Neville warns former club Manchester United that their pre-season plans could be "clogged up" if they allow the uncertainty over captain Wayne Rooney to continue.Jun 28, 13:48
Scott Parker announces retirement after 20-year career
Former England international Scott Parker announces his retirement from football after seeing his Fulham contract expire.Jun 28, 13:46
Everton to bid for Sheffield United teen David Brooks?
Sheffield United youngster David Brooks, who starred for England at the Toulon Tournament this summer, is reportedly attracting interest from Everton.Jun 28, 13:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F11%2Falexandre-lacazette-lyon.JPG "Lyon's Alexandre Lacazette in the Europa League match against Roma on March 16, 2017")
Lyon chief expects Alexandre Lacazette to stay amid ongoing Arsenal speculation
Jean-Michel Aulas expects Alexandre Lacazette to remain at Lyon this summer, but admits that that club are interested in Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud.Jun 28, 13:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fmanchester-city-general-etihad-stadium.JPG "A general shot of the corner flag at the Etihad Stadium prior to Manchester City's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on November 5, 2016")
Naby Keita: 'I can see myself playing for Manchester City'
Liverpool-linked midfielder Naby Keita hopes to be 'at the level to play for Barcelona, Real Madrid or Manchester City' within the next few years.Jun 28, 13:11
Premier League trio 'show interest in Thorgan Hazard'
Leicester City face increased competition from their Premier League rivals for the signing of Borussia Monchengladbach winger Thorgan Hazard, according to a report.Jun 28, 12:57
Report: AC Milan beat Lazio to secure signing of Fabio Borini
Fabio Borini will reportedly undergo a medical with AC Milan on Thursday before completing an initial season-long loan move, which could be made permanent next summer.Jun 28, 12:45
Manchester United to sell Sam Johnstone to Middlesbrough?
Sam Johnstone is reportedly in talks with Middlesbrough over a £2.5m transfer, potentially bringing an end to his eight-year spell at Manchester United.Jun 28, 12:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F24%2Fsandro-ramirez-gerard-pique.jpg "Sandro Ramirez and Gerard Pique during the La Liga match between Malaga and Barcelona on November 19, 2016")
Real Madrid not interested in Everton target Sandro Ramirez
Florentino Perez rejects suggestions that Real Madrid are in the hunt to sign Sandro Ramirez from Malaga, leaving the door open for him to finalise a switch to Everton.Jun 28, 12:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fcedric-soares.jpg "Cedric Soares in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Liverpool on November 19, 2016")
Southampton rule out Cedric Soares sale amid Barcelona interest
Les Reed insists that Southampton are only looking to strengthen their squad this summer, rather than cashing in on the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Cedric Soares.Jun 28, 12:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F19%2Fgylfi-sigurdsson.jpg "Gylfi Sigurdsson in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017")
Swansea City 'holding out for at least £40m for Gylfi Sigurdsson'
A report claims that Swansea City will only entertain offers of at least £40m for midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson, with a number of clubs said to have shown an interest.Jun 27, 21:53
Santos midfielder Lucas Lima: 'Barcelona yet to make an offer'
Santos midfielder Lucas Lima reveals that he has been offered a "very good" proposal to remain at the club, amid strong rumoured interest from Barcelona.Jun 27, 21:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fdani-alves-juventus.JPG "Juventus's Davi Alves celebrates scoring during the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017")
Dani Alves bids farewell to Juventus as Manchester City move edges closer
Dani Alves apologises to Juventus fans for leaving the club after just a season, but insists that money had no say in his decision to depart.Jun 27, 21:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Faidy-boothroyd.jpg "Interim England Under-21s manager Aidy Boothroyd sings the national anthem before his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2016")
Aidy Boothroyd feeling mixed emotions after Euro 2017 exit
Aidy Boothroyd hails the "character and determination" shown by his England side in their 2-2 draw with Germany, which ultimately ended in more penalty heartache.Jun 27, 21:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F02%2Flucas-leiva.jpg "Lucas Leiva in action during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Plymouth Argyle on January 8, 2017")
Lucas Leiva in transfer talks with Turkish club Trabzonspor?
Lucas Leiva could be about to bring his decade-long spell with Liverpool to an end as Turkish club Trabzonspor are reportedly in talks with the Reds over a £5m transfer.Jun 27, 20:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fjay-rodriguez.jpg "Jay Rodriguez grabs his side's second during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017")
Report: Jay Rodriguez to West Bromwich Albion given go-ahead
Southampton ace Jay Rodriguez is reportedly free to open talks with West Bromwich Albion over a summer transfer after being given the green light by Mauricio Pellegrino.Jun 27, 20:44
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