Juventus's Davi Alves celebrates scoring during the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
Dani Alves: 'I almost joined Liverpool in 2006'
Paris Saint-Germain right-back Dani Alves reveals that he was on the verge of joining Liverpool in 2006 before he eventually signed for Spanish giants Barcelona.
Nov 1, 10:45
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
Ernesto Valverde: 'Olympiacos draw a step forward for Barcelona'
Barcelona manager Esterno Valverde insists that his side's 0-0 draw with Olympiacos on Tuesday night was a step forward for his team.
Nov 1, 10:31
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Thibaut Courtois: 'Manchester United clash a chance to bounce back'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois urges his teammates to bounce back from their defeat at Roma with a strong performance against Manchester United on Sunday.
Nov 1, 10:14
Everton striker Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Wayne Rooney denied Wembley send-off during November friendlies
England legend Wayne Rooney is denied the opportunity of a Three Lions send-off during the side's friendlies against Germany and Brazil this month.
Oct 25, 14:54
Brighton manager Chris Hughton reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Brighton & Hove Albion tracking Torino's Afriyie Acquah?
Brighton & Hove Albion are rumoured to be tracking Torino midfielder Afriyie Acquah ahead of a potential move for the player in the January transfer window.
Oct 25, 14:35
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
Chelsea to offer Atletico Madrid £71m for Saul Niguez?
Chelsea are believed to be lining up a club-record £71m bid for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez.
Oct 25, 14:22
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Rafael Benitez 'open to managing Spain' after Newcastle United job
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez reveals that he is open to managing Spain after he leaves his current job.
Oct 25, 13:59
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
Kevin Gameiro: 'I will fight for Atletico Madrid place'
Atletico Madrid forward Kevin Gameiro insists that he will fight for his place in the squad after being linked with a move away from the club in January.
Oct 25, 13:39
Charly Musonda celebrates scoring the third during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte to keep youngster Charly Musonda in January?
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reportedly opts to keep Charly Musonda at the club for the rest of the season, despite suggestions of the Italian's desire to send the youngster out on loan.
Oct 25, 12:56
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Andres Iniesta, Ivan Rakitic oppose Philippe Coutinho Barcelona move?
Barcelona midfielders Andres Iniesta and Ivan Rakitic reportedly oppose any potential move for Philippe Coutinho to the Spanish giants.
Oct 25, 12:36
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Jack Wilshere assured of England spot by Gareth Southgate?
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is reportedly assured of his England spot by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate after impressing since his return from injury.
Oct 25, 12:11
Christian Kabasele in action for Watford
Christian Kabasele: 'Teams like Chelsea fear us now'
Watford defender Christian Kabasele says that the top teams in the Premier League fear the Hornets after the side's narrow loss to the champions last Saturday.
Oct 25, 11:50
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Kevin De Bruyne likens row with David Silva to a spat with his wife
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne laughs off his row with David Silva after City's win over Napoli and likens it to an argument with his wife.
Oct 18, 18:38
Generic image of a locker room
Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira handed driving ban for speeding
Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira is handed an eight-month ban from driving after being caught driving at almost three times the speed limit in Spain.
Oct 18, 18:19
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
Team News: Scott Brown captains Celtic as Scottish champions travel to Bayern Munich
Celtic skipper Scott Brown returns to the lineup as the Scottish champions take on Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena in the Champions League.
Oct 18, 17:39
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
Calum Chambers facing two more weeks out with hip injury
Arsenal defender Calum Chambers reportedly faces another two weeks on the sidelines before being able to return from a hip injury.
Oct 18, 17:10
Harry Winks during an England training session on October 4, 2017
Harry Winks: 'Playing against Luka Modric was special'
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks says that coming up against former Spurs midfielder Luka Modric was "special" following the club's draw with Real Madrid.
Oct 18, 16:49
Neymar and Edinson Cavani embrace during the Ligue 1 game between Paris Saint-Germain and Bordeaux on September 30, 2017
Edinson Cavani: 'Players don't need to be friends'
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani says that players do not need to be friends on the pitch, as the spat between Cavani and fellow striker Neymar continues.
Oct 18, 16:30
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Kevin De Bruyne: 'No rush for new Manchester City contract'
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne says that there is no rush for him to sign a new deal with the club after his agent proposed talks of a new deal at the Etihad.
Oct 18, 15:59
Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann during the Champions League match against Leicester City on April 18, 2017
Team News: Antoine Griezmann starts as Atletico Madrid face Qarabag FK
Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann starts as his side face Qarabag FK in the Champions League group stages.
Oct 18, 15:07
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jamie Redknapp: 'Liverpool personnel are not good enough'
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp blasts Liverpool's personnel after the club failed to sign a centre-back and a striker in the summer transfer window.
Oct 14, 13:06
Manchester City's Bacary Sagna during the FA Cup fifth-round match against Huddersfield Town on February 18, 2017
Bacary Sagna to reject Leicester City for Italy transfer?
Former Manchester City defender Bacary Sagna is reportedly set to snub Leicester City in favour of a move to Italy.
Oct 14, 12:40
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Newcastle United face January transfer battle for Cenk Tosun?
Newcastle United will face a tough battle if they are to sign Besiktas striker Cenk Tosun after the Turkish side said that 10 clubs are in talks to sign the 26-year-old.
Oct 14, 12:18
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
West Ham United to sell Reece Oxford in January?
West Ham United are reportedly open to selling young centre-back Reece Oxford after Hammers boss Slaven Bilic's remarks towards the 18-year-old.
Oct 14, 11:42
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
Edwin van der Sar: 'I rejected Liverpool for a bigger challenge at Juventus'
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin Van der Sar reveals that he rejected the chance to join Liverpool as he desired a "bigger challenge" at Juventus.
Oct 14, 11:19
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata wheels away in celebration after opening the scoring during the Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on September 30, 2017
Report: Manchester United considering expansion of Sir Bobby Charlton Stand
Manchester United are reportedly considering an expansion of Old Trafford which would take its capacity to 88,000.
Oct 3, 13:35
Harry Kane in action during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Tottenham Hotspur on September 30, 2017
Sam Allardyce: 'Harry Kane should be England captain'
Sam Allardyce believes that Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane should be England's captain ahead of the national team's final World Cup qualifying matches.
Oct 3, 13:18
Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton watches on from the stands ahead of his side's Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Sir Bobby Charlton: 'Do everything you can to win World Cup'
England legend Sir Bobby Charlton issues a rallying cry to England's players ahead of their final two World Cup qualifying matches.
Oct 3, 12:46
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
Kenny Dalglish: 'Kieran Tierney's flexibility key for Scotland'
Kenny Dalglish believes that Scotland defender Kieran Tierney's flexibility at full-back is a key asset for the national team ahead of their final World Cup qualifiers.
Oct 3, 12:27
Wolves skipper Danny Batth celebrates with manager Nuno Espirito Santo during the EFL Cup game between Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 23, 2017
Danny Batth: 'Wolverhampton Wanderers showed mental toughness for promotion'
Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Danny Batth says that his side showed their mental toughness and resilience in defeating Burton Albion 4-0 last Saturday.
Oct 3, 12:10
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Petr Cech 'relishing Manchester United and Manchester City'
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech admits that his side are relishing playing Manchester City and Manchester United after the club's upturn in form.
Oct 3, 10:43
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
Birmingham City owners: 'We will back Steve Cotterill'
The owners of Birmingham City, Trillion Trophy Asia, insist that they will back manager Steve Cotterill as the club seeks a return to the top flight.
Oct 3, 10:20
John Stones watches on ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
John Stones: 'Harry Kane can hit new heights'
Manchester City defender John Stones believes that England teammate Harry Kane is capable of reaching new heights after establishing himself as England's top striker.
Oct 3, 10:02
Ben Davies and Ayoze Perez in action during the Premier League game between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur on August 13, 2017
Ayoze Perez: 'Newcastle United can handle Premier League big boys'
Newcastle United midfielder Ayoze Perez insists that his side can handle the Premier League's top teams after earning a draw against Liverpool on Sunday.
Oct 3, 09:51
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
RB Leipzig's Timo Werner forced off due to 'noisy Besiktas fans'
RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner reportedly asked to be substituted during his side's Champions League fixture due to the atmosphere created by Besiktas fans on Tuesday.
Sep 27, 13:27
Alexandre Lacazette is congratulated by Hector Bellerin after scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Alexandre Lacazette praises Arsenal defence
Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette praises his side's defence following their 2-0 win over West Bromwich Albion on Monday, which keeps the Gunners unbeaten in September.
Sep 27, 13:12
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane on March 6, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'Real Madrid were perfect'
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane hails his side's "perfect" performance after the Spanish club overcame Borussia Dortmund 3-1 in the Champions League.
Sep 27, 13:03
Brendan Rodgers watches on during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016
Brendan Rodgers: 'Celtic must learn from Paris Saint-Germain thrashing'
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says that his side must learn from their 5-0 thrashing at home to Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the club's trip to Anderlecht.
Sep 27, 12:53
A more recent picture of Simon Grayson while in charge of Preston North End on April 22, 2016
Simon Grayson: 'Confidence not an excuse for Sunderland players'
Sunderland manager Simon Grayson says that he is sick of using the word 'confidence' as an excuse for his players after the Black Cats' 5-2 defeat to Ipswich Town.
Sep 27, 12:31
Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius in action for his side during their Champions League Group E clash with Sevilla at Anfield on September 13, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Loris Karius should have done better'
Sky Sports pundit Phil Thompson says that Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius should have done more to save Fernando's free kick in the Reds' 1-1 draw with Spartak Moscow.
Sep 27, 12:12
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