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Manchester United announce 25-man squad for tour of China
Eric Bailly and Henrikh Mkhitaryan are part of the 25-man Manchester United squad that will travel to China this week, but Zlatan Ibrahimovic is given an extended break.Jul 19, 10:01
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First rugby sevens squad to compete at Olympic Games selected by Team GB
Emily Scarratt and Tom Mitchell will skipper Great Britain's men's and women's rugby sevens sides at this summer's Olympic Games in Rio.Jul 19, 09:44
Georges-Kevin N'Koudou 'to undergo medical at Tottenham Hotspur'
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly agree a £10.8m fee with Marseille for winger Georges-Kevin N'Koudou, with a medical set for Tuesday afternoon.Jul 19, 09:28
Paul Pogba agent Mino Raiola 'in Manchester to finalise United talks'
A report claims that the agent of Paul Pogba has arrived in Britain to finalise a £100m deal to Manchester United for the Juventus ace.Jul 19, 09:16
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Russian deputy sports minister suspended over doping allegations
Russian sports minister Yurfy Nagornykh is suspended until after a full investigation into alleged state-sponsored doping among Russian athletes is conducted.Jul 19, 09:01
Jose Mourinho 'unhappy with Stamford Bridge return date'
Jose Mourinho is to challenge the decision to stage Manchester United's fixture against Chelsea on October 23 - 72 hours after a potentially key Europa League match.Jul 19, 08:43
Report: Steve Bruce holds talks with FA over vacant England job
Hull City boss Steve Bruce reportedly joins Sam Allardyce in being quizzed by Football Association chiefs, as the search for Roy Hodgson's successor steps up.Jul 19, 08:30
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger to make double defensive swoop?
Manchester City's Jason Denayer and versatile Borussia Dortmund defender Matthias Ginter are both reportedly wanted by Arsene Wenger at Arsenal.Jul 19, 08:16
Report: £50m-rated Leonardo Bonucci offered to Manchester City
Manchester City are reportedly told by Juventus that they can sign Leonardo Bonucci ahead of the new Premier League season should they meet his £50m valuation.Jul 17, 22:03
Ahmed Musa "getting used to life" at Leicester City after record move
Leicester City's club-record signing Ahmed Musa admits that he has had to quickly adapt to life at his new side after being left surprised by the intensity of training.Jul 17, 21:46
Report: Liverpool to make £20m bid for Georginio Wijnaldum
Newcastle United midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum is said to be a summer target for Liverpool, who are hoping to wrap up a deal as soon as possible.Jul 17, 21:33
Paul Trollope 'to step down from Wales role'
A report claims that Cardiff City boss Paul Trollope is to depart the Wales coaching staff to make way for Kit Symons, whom he replaced in the role last year.Jul 17, 21:15
M'Baye Niang rejects talk of possible Leicester City switch
M'Baye Niang insists that he is "happy" at AC Milan and never once considered leaving the club to join Premier League champions Leicester City.Jul 17, 21:01
Chuba Akpom in line for Arsenal starting spot?
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is ready to give Chuba Akpom a chance to impress in the club's upcoming friendlies to stake a claim for a regular place next season.Jul 17, 20:44
Mark Hughes: 'Charlie Adam will not be joining Burnley'
Mark Hughes stresses that midfielder Charlie Adam "is a part" of his Stoke City plans for the coming season and will not be leaving to join Burnley.Jul 17, 20:29
Asmir Begovic: 'Chelsea need time to improve under Antonio Conte'
Asmir Begovic insists that Chelsea's players will need time to adapt to Antonio Conte's methods, but says that life under their new manager has been "great so far".Jul 17, 20:15
Jose Mourinho 'confident of signing Paul Pogba from Juventus'
A report claims that Jose Mourinho is planning for life with Paul Pogba in Manchester United's midfield next season, with a move on the brink of being finalised.Jul 17, 20:03
Gabriel Barbosa hints at Santos exit amid links to Premier League duo
Santos striker Gabriel Barbosa reveals that a decision over his future will be made clear "soon" following weeks of speculation.Jul 17, 19:47
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Phil Mickelson: 'Finishing second at The Open tough to take'
Open Championship runner-up Phil Mickelson says that he is "happy" with his game after only missing out on the title to a record-breaking performance from Henrik Stenson.Jul 17, 19:30
David Seaman: 'Arsenal need more signings to be ready for new season'
David Seaman believes that former side Arsenal need strengthening all over the field, but particularly in central defence where a "dominant" player is required.Jul 17, 19:16
Jurgen Klopp expects "one or two more players" to join Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp declares that Liverpool are still active in the transfer market as they look to add "one or two" new faces to join Sadio Mane, Loris Karius and Joel Matip.Jul 17, 19:00
Jurgen Klopp plays down Joel Matip injury concerns
Jurgen Klopp is not concerned by the injury knock picked up by Joel Matip in the friendly against Wigan Athletic, hinting that he withdrew the defender due to fatigue.Jul 17, 18:46
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Alastair Cook: 'England made to pay by Pakistan in first Test'
Alastair Cook admits that England "paid the price" for their negative display during the first innings of their first Test with Pakistan, which ended in a 75-run defeat.Jul 17, 18:30
Henrik Stenson "delighted" to win first golfing Major
Henrik Stenson admits that winning The Open - his first taste of success in a golfing Major - "will take a while to sink in".Jul 17, 18:11
Report: Football Association to name new manager next week
Football Association chiefs are reportedly planning to name England's new manager in the coming days, with Sunderland's Sam Allardyce the favourite to take on the job.Jul 17, 16:33
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Great Britain captain Leon Smith hails "special" victory for Kyle Edmund
Great Britain's Davis Cup captain Leon Smith believes that Kyle Edmund's emphatic win over Janko Tipsarevic is proof that the youngster is getting "better and better".Jul 17, 16:32
Kyle Edmund seals Great Britain's Davis Cup semi-final spot
Davis Cup holders Great Britain advance into the last four of the competition courtesy of victory over Serbia, sealed by Kyle Edmund's singles win against Dusan Lajovic.Jul 17, 16:04
Juan Mata: 'Luke Shaw return biggest positive for Manchester United'
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata claims that Luke Shaw's return to action after 10 months out was the most positive aspect of the 2-0 win over Wigan Athletic.Jul 17, 15:45
Georges-Kevin N'Koudou linked with move to Tottenham Hotspur
Georges-Kevin N'Koudou is to undergo a medical at Tottenham Hotspur after Marseille accepted a £10.8m bid, according to a report.Jul 17, 15:20
Report: West Bromwich Albion takeover close to completion
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly close to finalising a takeover deal with Chinese investors after two years of deliberations.Jul 17, 15:05
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Oxford City director found dead at ground
The body of Oxford City's managing director Colin Taylor is found at the club's Marsh Lane home by a member of the public.Jul 17, 14:50
Jack Butland delighted to make return to action with Stoke City
Jack Butland says that it 'feels good' to be back in action with Stoke City following his four-month layoff with a fractured ankle.Jul 17, 14:38
Juventus interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic?
A report claims that Juventus have been told by Chelsea that Nemanja Matic is available to purchase this summer for a fee in the region of £15m.Jul 17, 14:26
Team News: Philippe Coutinho handed first pre-season start for Liverpool at Wigan Athletic
Philippe Coutinho starts for Liverpool in their third outing of pre-season - a trip to take on Wigan Athletic at the DW Stadium.Jul 17, 14:02
Leicester City 'resigned to losing Steve Walsh to Everton'
Steve Walsh is reportedly on the brink of leaving Premier League title winners Leicester City to link up with Ronald Koeman at Everton.Jul 17, 13:52
Everton to pounce for Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio?
Sporting Lisbon and Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio is a rumoured £6m target for Everton boss Ronald Koeman.Jul 17, 13:34
Report: Adnan Januzaj part of Jose Mourinho's Old Trafford plans
A report claims that Adnan Januzaj is unlikely to be sent back out on loan this coming season as he is a part of Jose Mourinho's plans at Manchester United.Jul 17, 13:23
Antonio Conte: 'Eden Hazard can become as good as Lionel Messi'
Antonio Conte claims that Eden Hazard can become the best player in world football at Chelsea if he digs deep and works hard on and off the field.Jul 17, 13:10
Manchester City 'join £15m race to sign Reece Oxford'
Manchester City are hoping to snatch Reece Oxford from West Ham United this summer in a £15m deal, according to a report.Jul 17, 12:56
Lionel Messi close to signing new deal with Barcelona?
A report claims that Lionel Messi is expected to prolong his stay at Barcelona by another few years to fend off interest from other heavyweight clubs.Jul 17, 12:43
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