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Eric Bailly: 'Jose Mourinho behind my decision to join Manchester United'
Manchester United defender Eric Bailly confirms that Manchester City were also interested in signing him, but he selected the Red Devils purely because of Jose Mourinho.Jul 31, 14:48
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Carl Frampton interested in unification bout with Lee Selby
Carl Frampton sets his sights on a unification battle with IBF featherweight champion Lee Selby after beating Leo Santa Cruz to win the WBA featherweight title.Jul 31, 14:35
Report: West Ham United make £20m bid for Andre Ayew
A report claims that West Ham United have tabled a £20m bid for Swansea City star Andre Ayew, who they could have landed on a free contract 12 months ago.Jul 31, 14:19
Marcus Rashford hoping to learn from teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Marcus Rashford admits that being around superstar forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic on the training ground is a "massive help" for his own development.Jul 31, 14:08
Jose Mourinho: 'Players overlooked for friendlies free to leave'
Jose Mourinho stresses that "the squad is more important than the individual" at Manchester United after telling overlooked players to find new clubs this summer.Jul 31, 11:55
James Milner hints at international retirement with England
James Milner admits that he is weighing up whether to continue playing at international level for England after growing frustrated by a lack of playing time.Jul 31, 11:41
Claudio Ranieri: 'Leicester City must improve after heavy defeat'
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri believes that his side will benefit from their meeting with Paris Saint-Germain, despite being hammered 4-0 by the French side.Jul 31, 11:29
Jurgen Klopp undecided on Sheyi Ojo short-term future at Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp hints that he could give Sheyi Ojo some more playing time at Liverpool next season, rather than sending him out on loan, due to various injury issues.Jul 31, 11:15
Jurgen Klopp delighted by 'dominant' Liverpool display
Jurgen Klopp talks up the 'dominant and impressive' performance from Liverpool in their 2-0 win over AC Milan in the United States.Jul 31, 11:01
Antonio Conte unsure on Diego Costa's Chelsea future
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte admits that he "does not know" whether Diego Costa will remain at the club this summer or join former side Atletico Madrid.Jul 31, 10:47
West Bromwich Albion, West Ham United reach Diafra Sakho agreement?
A report claims that West Bromwich Albion have reached an agreement with West Ham United over the signing of Diafra Sakho.Jul 31, 10:26
Antonio Conte worried Chelsea could repeat woeful 2015-16 form
Antonio Conte puts Chelsea's 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid down to tiredness, but admits that his side need to improve their teamwork and positioning when not in possession.Jul 31, 10:23
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Three-person panel to decide on Russian entries for 2016 Olympics
A three-person panel devised by the IOC will have the final say on which Russian Federation athletes will compete at the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio.Jul 31, 10:10
Schalke 04 chief: 'Manchester United were desperate to sign Breel Embolo'
Schalke 04 beat Manchester United to the signing of Basel's Breel Embolo after quickly wrapping up talks over a £20m deal, sporting director Christian Heidel claims.Jul 31, 09:54
Arsenal begin talks with Valencia over Shkodran Mustafi deal?
A report claims that Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit for Germany international defender Shkodran Mustafi by opening talks with Valencia over a possible £42m deal.Jul 31, 09:39
Report: Everton agree £10m fee to sign Ashley Williams
Everton have a £10m bid for Wales skipper Ashley Williams accepted by Swansea City, according to a report.Jul 31, 09:24
Paul Pogba 'to become face of Manchester United once move is completed'
Paul Pogba is reportedly told by Manchester United chiefs that he will become the main man at Old Trafford when it comes to bringing revenue into the club.Jul 31, 09:12
Carl Frampton beats Leo Santa Cruz to win WBA featherweight title
Leo Santa Cruz falls to his first defeat as Carl Frampton comes out on top on points in Brooklyn to win the WBA world featherweight title.Jul 31, 08:59
Leicester City thrashed by Paris Saint-Germain in Los Angeles friendly
Paris Saint-Germain beat Leicester City 4-0 in the United States to pick up their fifth pre-season victory on the bounce.Jul 31, 08:46
Divock Origi, Roberto Firmino on target for Liverpool in victory over AC Milan
Liverpool make it five pre-season wins out of six as they claim a convincing 2-0 victory over AC Milan in California.Jul 31, 08:31
Julian Green inspires Bayern Munich to Inter Milan rout
Bayern Munich beat Inter Milan 4-1 in the International Champions Cup, courtesy of three Julian Green goals and a well-taken Franck Ribery strike.Jul 31, 08:16
Real Madrid hold off Chelsea to pick up victory in Stateside friendly
Marcelo scores twice for Real Madrid to help his side to a 3-2 victory over Chelsea in front of 105,000 supporters at the Michigan Stadium.Jul 30, 21:00
Live Commentary: Real Madrid 3-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Real Madrid's 3-2 win over Chelsea, as Los Blancos hold off a late onslaught from their opponents.Jul 30, 18:00
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RFU chief: 'Changes to Six Nations format unlikely to happen'
Rugby Football Union chief executive Ian Ritchie questions World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont's thinking behind altering the current Six Nations format.Jul 26, 17:51
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Roger Federer to miss remainder of season due to knee injury
Injured 17-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer will miss out on the 2016 Olympics and the US Open later this year in order to concentrate on his recovery.Jul 26, 17:44
Mauricio Pochettino full of praise for 'fantastic' youngsters
Mauricio Pochettino hails his Tottenham Hotspur youngsters for taking "a lot of responsibility" after falling two goals down early on against Juventus.Jul 26, 17:35
Norwich City make £10m bid for Fulham's Ross McCormack?
Fulham striker Ross McCormack is reportedly the subject of a £10m bid by Norwich City, having failed to travel to Portugal for the club's pre-season training camp.Jul 26, 17:21
Juventus confirm Gonzalo Higuain capture in deal worth £75.3m
Napoli announce that Gonzalo Higuain has joined Juventus after his €90m buyout clause was met by the Serie A champions.Jul 26, 17:10
Harry Redknapp: 'John Terry should be made England captain'
Harry Redknapp believes that John Terry, retired from international football since 2012, is the only candidate to captain England should Wayne Rooney be overlooked.Jul 26, 16:56
Conor Coady 'wanted by trio of Championship clubs'
Newcastle United are among those said to have shown an interest in signing Conor Coady from Wolverhampton Wanderers this summer.Jul 26, 16:41
Liverpool's £33m Joao Mario bid rejected by Sporting Lisbon
The father of Joao Mario claims that both Liverpool and Inter Milan have had bids in the region of £33m knocked back for the Sporting Lisbon midfielder.Jul 26, 16:26
Report: Charles N'Zogbia offered contract at Sunderland
Aston Villa flop Charles N'Zogbia could remain in the Premier League with Sunderland next season after reportedly being handed a contract by the Black Cats.Jul 26, 16:10
Carlos Tevez: 'Chelsea, Napoli have tried to sign me'
Carlos Tevez claims that Chelsea and Napoli have tried to lure him back to European football, but he plans on staying at Boca Juniors until he retires.Jul 26, 15:57
Chelsea show interest in Paris Saint-Germain's Blaise Matuidi?
Paris Saint-Germain tell Chelsea that they can sign France international Blaise Matuidi this summer for a fee between £17m and £25m, according to a report.Jul 26, 15:42
Marko Arnautovic 'not interested in swapping Stoke City for Everton'
Marko Arnautovic will reportedly remain a Stoke City player for the next 12 months despite strong interest from Everton.Jul 26, 15:27
Report: Tottenham Hotspur want £9m for Alex Pritchard
A report claims that Tottenham Hotspur value Swansea City-linked midfielder Alex Pritchard at £9m, while Nabil Bentaleb and Federico Fazio can leave for a combined £18m.Jul 26, 15:11
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Paul Broadhurst secures maiden senior Major at Carnoustie
Paul Broadhurst capitalises on Miguel Angel Jimenez's slack final-round showing at the Senior Open to claim the title.Jul 24, 17:48
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Chris Froome crowned Tour de France winner for third time
Chris Froome wins the Tour de France for the third time in four years after crossing the line in Paris for the 21st and final stage.Jul 24, 17:40
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Lionel Messi shows off blonde hairstyle ahead of new season
Lionel Messi becomes the latest player to dye his hair peroxide blonde during the summer months, following in the footsteps of Aaron Ramsey, Phil Jones and James Rodriguez.Jul 24, 17:31
Lyon manager rules out selling Alexandre Lacazette to Arsenal
Bruno Genesio insists that star striker Alexandre Lacazette "will stay at Lyon" this summer despite rumoured interest from Premier League clubs.Jul 24, 17:15
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