Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Team News: Ousmane Dembele on Barcelona bench for Real Sociedad clash
Ousmane Dembele is out of the starting XI for Barcelona's La Liga trip to Real Sociedad.
Jan 14, 18:43
Pep Guardiola applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola congratulates Liverpool for victory against Manchester City
Pep Guardiola congratulates Liverpool for their 4-3 win against Manchester City and describes the result as proof that the Premier League title race is not finished.
Jan 14, 18:32
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Jose Mourinho willing to make January signings in case of "fantastic opportunity"
Jose Mourinho admits that Manchester United are prepared to do business in the January transfer window should a "fantastic opportunity" come along.
Jan 14, 18:18
Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Alexis Sanchez future to be decided in next 48 hours'
Arsene Wenger admits that Alexis Sanchez's future at Arsenal "will be decided in the next 48 hours".
Jan 14, 17:59
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
Joleon Lescott eager to extend playing career
Former England international Joleon Lescott is still keen to play professional football and claims that he "could be ready to play with a month's training".
Jan 14, 17:45
Rafael Benitez watches on during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Manchester City on December 27, 2017
Jermaine Jenas: 'Newcastle United staying in Premier League would be a miracle'
Former Newcastle United midfielder Jermaine Jenas believes that Premier League survival for his former club this season would be nothing short of a "miracle".
Jan 14, 17:31
Didier Ndong and Morgan Schneiderlin in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Sunderland on February 25, 2017
Sunderland to appeal Didier Ndong red card against Cardiff City
Championship strugglers Sunderland are appealing Didier Ndong's straight red card in Saturday's 4-0 loss at Cardiff City.
Jan 14, 17:18
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy and assistant Terry Connor on September 23, 2015
Report: Roy Keane, Mick McCarthy on Republic of Ireland radar
Former foes Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane are believed to be the primary contenders for the Republic of Ireland job, according to a report.
Jan 14, 17:07
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Borussia Dortmund omit Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from squad for disciplinary reasons
Borussia Dortmund confirm that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is out of their squad to face Wolfsburg on Sunday due to undisclosed "disciplinary reasons".
Jan 14, 16:55
Generic image of a locker room
No racism at Spartak Moscow, say filmed club players
Spartak Moscow players described as "chocolates melting in the sun" by the Russian team's Twitter account claim that "there is no racism" at the club.
Jan 14, 16:41
Arsene Wenger brings on Alexis Sanchez during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Arsene Wenger describes Alexis Sanchez future at Arsenal as "half in, half out"
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger claims that Alexis Sanchez is currently "half in, half out" at the club amid reports of an imminent move to Manchester United.
Jan 14, 16:23
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reacts during the Premier League match against Manchester City on April 2, 2017
Arsene Wenger slams "very frustrating" Arsenal defeat at Bournemouth
Arsene Wenger is unhappy with Arsenal for falling to a "very frustrating" 2-1 defeat away at Premier League strugglers Bournemouth on Sunday.
Jan 14, 16:07
Toni Kroos in action for Real Madrid in May 2016
Toni Kroos: 'Real Madrid must focus on Champions League qualification'
Toni Kroos concedes that Real Madrid should now be focusing on Champions League qualification rather than the La Liga title.
Jan 14, 12:29
Jason Roy of England during the T20 against South Africa on June 21, 2017
Jason Roy hits record 180 as England beat Australia in first ODI
Jason Roy breaks the record for highest one-day international score by an England player as his 180 helps the tourists beat Australia in the first ODI at the MCG.
Jan 14, 12:08
Alexis Sanchez celebrates during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017
Report: Alexis Sanchez not in Arsenal squad for Bournemouth game
Alexis Sanchez is believed to be out of the Arsenal squad for their game at Bournemouth ahead of a potential move away from the Emirates Stadium.
Jan 14, 11:56
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the Premier League match against West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City are not champions in waiting'
Pep Guardiola refuses to describe his Manchester City side as Premier League champions in waiting.
Jan 14, 11:46
RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita in action during the Emirates Cup match with Sevilla in July 2017
Naby Keita: "I want to become the best African player in the world"
Liverpool-bound midfielder Naby Keita is hoping to become "the best African player in the world" and surpass his idol Yaya Toure.
Jan 14, 11:28
Anthony Joshua pictured in May 2017
Anthony Joshua to fight Joseph Parker in Cardiff on March 31
Anthony Joshua will face Joseph Parker in a world heavyweight unification fight at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on March 31.
Jan 14, 11:06
Neymar in action for Paris Saint-Germain on November 22, 2017
Paris Saint-Germain without Neymar for Ligue 1 trip to Nantes
Neymar is not in the Paris Saint-Germain squad to face Nantes away on Sunday due to a rib problem.
Jan 14, 10:59
Tom Davies of Everton during the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Report: West Ham United interested in Everton youngster Tom Davies
Premier League side West Ham United are reportedly looking to sign Everton youngster Tom Davies in January.
Jan 14, 10:47
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: Arsenal quoted £45m for Bordeaux star Malcom
Ligue 1 side Bordeaux reportedly quote Arsenal a fee of £45m for highly-rated young Brazilian attacker Malcom.
Jan 14, 10:27
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: Liverpool keen on Sporting Lisbon winger Gelson Martins
Liverpool are believed to be interested in signing Sporting Lisbon winger Gelson Martins in January.
Jan 14, 10:15
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: Manchester City monitoring Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare
Manchester City are believed to be keeping tabs on 18-year-old Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare as a long-term replacement for Yaya Toure.
Jan 14, 10:03
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Report: Jose Mourinho to stay at Manchester United after making peace with Ed Woodward
Jose Mourinho reportedly makes peace with Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward following discussions over the club's transfer policy.
Jan 14, 09:51
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Jack Wilshere: "I want to be Arsenal captain"
Jack Wilshere hints at remaining with Arsenal after admitting that he wants to become the club's captain.
Jan 14, 09:36
Alexis Sanchez prays during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017
Report: Liverpool enter race to sign Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez
Liverpool are believed to have entered the race to sign wantaway Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez from under the noses of Manchester City and Manchester United.
Jan 14, 09:26
Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Report: Alexis Sanchez given Friday deadline to join Manchester United
Manchester United will withdraw their interest in Alexis Sanchez if the Arsenal forward does not decide to join the Red Devils by Friday, according to a report.
Jan 14, 09:11
Watford midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure in action for the Hornets
Watford come from two down to claim controversial draw against Southampton
Watford secure a 2-2 draw against Southampton in Saturday's Premier League encounter at Vicarage Road thanks to Abdoulaye Doucoure's controversial 90th-minute equaliser.
Jan 13, 16:59
Bakary Sako in action for Crystal Palace on January 8, 2018
Bakary Sako strike helps Crystal Palace beat Burnley
Bakary Sako's first-half strike helps Crystal Palace claim a 1-0 win over Burnley in Saturday's Premier League meeting at Selhurst Park.
Jan 13, 16:58
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson tries to tempt you to the dark side during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Live Commentary: Crystal Palace 1-0 Burnley - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's blow-by-blow account of Crystal Palace's 1-0 win over Burnley in Saturday's clash at Selhurst Park.
Jan 13, 14:00
A new picture of Gary Rowett, in charge of Birmingham City on November 30, 2016
Derby County secure Manager and Player of the Month awards for December
Championship high-flyers Derby County enjoy a clean sweep of awards, with Gary Rowett named Manager of the Month and goalkeeper Scott Carson winning Player of the Month.
Jan 12, 06:00
Lucas Moura in action for PSG in January 2014
Report: Lucas Moura angry at Paris Saint-Germain over £35.5m price tag
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly unwilling to do business with Manchester United over the services of winger Lucas Moura for anything less than £35.5m.
Jan 11, 22:56
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona smash five past Celta Vigo to reach Copa del Rey quarter-finals
Barcelona cruise into the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey thanks to a 6-1 aggregate win over Celta Vigo, achieved with a 5-0 last-16 second-leg win at Camp Nou.
Jan 11, 22:26
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane at the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid on May 28,.2016
Report: Real Madrid want to replace Zinedine Zidane with Joachim Low
Real Madrid are reportedly thinking of sacking Zinedine Zidane at the end of the season and appointing Germany head coach Joachim Low to the Bernabeu dugout.
Jan 11, 22:04
Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring his side's third during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Arsenal on December 28, 2017
Phil Neville: 'Alexis Sanchez for £25m would be an absolute snip'
Phil Neville believes that signing Alexis Sanchez for £25m would be an "absolute snip" for Manchester United.
Jan 11, 21:52
Chris Coleman in charge of Wales in October 2017
Chris Coleman: 'Sunderland in dogfight for new signings'
Chris Coleman admits that Championship strugglers Sunderland are facing a "dogfight" to recruit new players in the January transfer window.
Jan 11, 21:38
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
Falkirk sign Premier League duo Ryan Blair, Alex Jakubiak on loan
Scottish Championship strugglers Falkirk complete the loan signings of Swansea City midfielder Ryan Blair and Watford striker Alex Jakubiak.
Jan 11, 21:26
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: Odion Ighalo interested in potential Premier League return
Former Watford striker Odion Ighalo is reportedly willing to listen to offers from Premier League clubs regarding a potential return to the English top flight.
Jan 11, 21:12
Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin in action during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Francis Coquelin: 'I almost regret not leaving Arsenal sooner'
Francis Coquelin admits that he 'almost regrets' not leaving Arsenal sooner after completing a January move to La Liga side Valencia.
Jan 11, 20:56
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
Oxford United complete signing of Liverpool midfielder Cameron Brannagan
League One outfit Oxford United sign Liverpool midfielder Cameron Brannagan on a three-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Jan 11, 20:42
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