Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard reacts on March 10, 2022
Preview:Rennes vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Rennes and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 28, 16:13
Brighton & Hove Albion's Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on April 9, 2022
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Espanyol - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Espanyol, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 28, 15:58
Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper celebrates after the match on March 12, 2022
Preview:Nottingham Forest vs. Valencia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Nottingham Forest and Valencia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 28, 14:10
Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi celebrates scoring their first goal with Cheikhou Kouyate and Joachim Andersen on March 20, 2022
Preview:Crystal Palace vs. Montpellier HSC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Crystal Palace and Montpellier HSC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 28, 13:58
Roberto Firmino celebrates scoring for Liverpool against Inter Milan in February 2022
Juventus 'very close to Roberto Firmino signing'
Juventus are reportedly 'very close' to completing the signing of Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino for around €22m (£19m).
Jul 28, 08:54
Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona on April 18, 2022
Frenkie de Jong 'informs Manchester United that he will be staying at Barcelona'
Frenkie de Jong reportedly informs Manchester United's hierarchy that he intends to remain at Barcelona this summer.
Jul 28, 08:29
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo during the match on January 3, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo 'wants Manchester United to terminate his contract'
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly requests for his Manchester United contract to be terminated as he remains intent on leaving the club this summer.
Jul 28, 08:09
Gianluca Scamacca in action for Sassuolo in December 2021
How West Ham United could line up with Gianluca Scamacca, Nayef Aguerd, Flynn Downes
Following Gianluca Scamacca's arrival at West Ham, Sports Mole takes a look at how they could line up with all four of their summer signings in David Moyes's starting lineup.
Jul 27, 09:44
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Chelsea 'prepared to walk away from Jules Kounde deal'
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to walk away from a deal to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, who is seemingly edging closer to joining Barcelona.
Jul 26, 23:20
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo reacts on May 7, 2022
Atletico Madrid chief labels Cristiano Ronaldo move "impossible"
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo claims that a move for Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is "practically impossible" for the La Liga club this summer.
Jul 26, 22:45
Ajax winger Antony pictured in September 2021
Manchester United offered fresh hope in Antony pursuit?
Manchester United are reportedly offered fresh hope in their pursuit of Ajax's 22-year-old Brazilian forward Antony.
Jul 26, 22:22
Gianluca Scamacca in action for Sassuolo in December 2021
West Ham United announce Gianluca Scamacca signing
West Ham United complete the signing of Italian striker Gianluca Scamacca from Sassuolo on a five-year deal for a fee believed to be worth around £35.5m.
Jul 26, 21:33
A general shot of a football from May 2022
Preview:Maccabi Netanya vs. Istanbul Basaksehir - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa Conference League clash between Maccabi Netanya and Istanbul Basaksehir, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 26, 20:43
A general shot of a football from May 2022
Preview:Konyaspor vs. BATE Borisov - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa Conference League clash between Konyaspor and BATE Borisov, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 26, 20:17
Benfica's Nicolas Otamendi in action with Vitoria Guimaraes' Abdul Mumin
Preview:Puskas Academy vs. Vitoria de Guimaraes - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa Conference League clash between Puskas Academy and Vitoria de Guimaraes, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 26, 20:05
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech pictured in November 2021
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech 'pushing for AC Milan move'
Chelsea playmaker Hakim Ziyech is reportedly pushing to leave Stamford Bridge and join Serie A champions AC Milan this summer.
Jul 26, 18:41
Manchester United's Anthony Martial pictured on July 12, 2022
Juventus 'identify Anthony Martial, Timo Werner as Alvaro Morata alternatives'
Juventus will consider moves for Manchester United's Anthony Martial and Chelsea's Timo Werner if they fail in their pursuit of Alvaro Morata, according to a report.
Jul 26, 18:23
Lionel Messi in action for Paris Saint-Germain in December 2021
Xavi confirms desire to re-sign Lionel Messi for Barcelona
Barcelona head coach Xavi reveals that the club have not given up hope in luring legendary forward Lionel Messi back to Camp Nou.
Jul 26, 18:02
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Three alternatives to Jules Kounde for Chelsea
With Chelsea target Jules Kounde seemingly on his way to Barcelona, Sports Mole takes a look at three centre-backs who the Blues could sign as an alternative to the Frenchman.
Jul 26, 11:00
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel on February 27, 2022
Five players pushing for Chelsea exits?
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel could reportedly allow as many as five first-team players to leave the club this summer, including Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech.
Jul 25, 23:04
Raphinha is unveiled as a Barcelona player on July 15, 2022
Barcelona 'still unable to register new signings'
Barcelona reportedly still need to balance their books before they can register any of their new summer signings.
Jul 25, 22:43
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Barcelona accidentally confirm Jules Kounde signing?
Barcelona are seemingly on the verge of announcing the arrival of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde amid a leak on their official club store website.
Jul 25, 22:21
FC Barcelona's Neto during the warm up before the match on November 20, 2021
Transfer rumours: Neto to Fulham, Rabiot to PSG, Chukwuemeka to AC Milan
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer rumours, including Barcelona's Neto to Fulham, Juventus' Adrien Rabiot to PSG and Aston Villa's Carney Chukwuemeka to AC Milan.
Jul 25, 19:57
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl acknowledges fans after the match on January 15, 2022
Southampton confirm signing of forward Sekou Mara from Bordeaux
Southampton complete the signing of 19-year-old forward Sekou Mara from Bordeaux on a four-year contract, subject to international clearance.
Jul 25, 18:20
Ridvan Yilmaz in action for Besiktas in September 2021
Rangers confirm Ridvan Yilmaz signing from Besiktas on five-year deal
Scottish giants Rangers complete the signing of 21-year-old left-back Ridvan Yilmaz from Besiktas on a five-year contract.
Jul 25, 18:06
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal on June 9, 2022
Sporting Lisbon manager plays down Cristiano Ronaldo return links
Sporting Lisbon head coach Ruben Amorim plays down speculation linking Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo with a return to the club.
Jul 25, 17:49
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus pictured on July 8, 2022
Real Madrid 'failed with Gabriel Jesus move due to Brazilian passport'
Real Madrid reportedly failed in their attempts to sign Gabriel Jesus this summer due to his Brazilian passport, before the forward decided to join Arsenal.
Jul 25, 17:30
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Manchester United in March 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo 'willing to take pay cut to leave Manchester United'
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly prepared to take a wage cut to force through a move away from Old Trafford this summer.
Jul 25, 17:08
Olympiacos' Tiquinho Soares celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on February 17, 2022
Preview:Olympiacos vs. Maccabi Haifa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Olympiacos and Maccabi Haifa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 14:49
Austria coach Franco Foda with the ball on March 29, 2022
Preview:FC Zurich vs. Qarabag FK - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between FC Zurich and Qarabag FK, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 14:33
Malmo FF's Soren Rieks celebrates scoring their first goal with Antonio Colak and Veljko Birmancevic on November 23, 2021
Preview:Malmo vs. FK Zalgiris - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Malmo and FK Zalgiris, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 14:20
Benfica coach Jorge Jesus on September 14, 2021
Preview:Fenerbahce vs. Dynamo Kiev - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Fenerbahce and Dynamo Kiev, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 14:08
Manchester City's Josh Wilson-Esbrand in action with Bayern Munich's Benjamin Pavard on July 23, 2022
Manchester City 'approached by Premier League clubs for Josh Wilson-Esbrand'
Manchester City reportedly receive enquiries from Premier League clubs to sign 19-year-old left-back Josh Wilson-Esbrand on loan.
Jul 24, 13:06
Man City's Erling Braut Haaland waves to fans on July 20, 2022
Erling Braut Haaland talks up Jack Grealish connection after win over Bayern Munich
Erling Braut Haaland states that "it is going to be fun" to play alongside Jack Grealish this season after both players impressed in Manchester City's 1-0 win over Bayern Munich on Saturday night.
Jul 24, 05:43
Manchester City's Jack Grealish celebrates after setting up Erling Braut Haaland to score the opener against Bayern Munich on July 23, 2022
Erling Braut Haaland scores as Manchester City win storm-interrupted clash over Bayern Munich
Erling Braut Haaland scores on his debut to help Manchester City secure a slender 1-0 pre-season win over Bayern Munich in a storm-interrupted clash in Wisconsin on Saturday night.
Jul 24, 05:22
Gianluca Scamacca in action for Sassuolo in December 2021
West Ham United to spend over £117m on four more players this summer?
West Ham United could reportedly spend in excess of £117m on four new signings before the summer transfer window closes.
Jul 23, 13:40
Brighton & Hove Albion's Neal Maupay celebrates after the match on February 12, 2022
Brighton & Hove Albion 'receive £15m Neal Maupay bid from Salernitana'
Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly receive a €17.6m (£15m) bid from Serie A outfit Salernitana for striker Neal Maupay.
Jul 23, 13:02
Man City's Erling Braut Haaland waves to fans on July 20, 2022
Erling Braut Haaland set to make Manchester City debut against Bayern Munich
Pep Guardiola confirm that Erling Braut Haaland is set to make his Manchester City debut against Bayern Munich if he comes through their final training session unscathed.
Jul 23, 12:39
Brighton & Hove Albion's Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on April 9, 2022
Preview:Reading vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Reading and Brighton & Hove Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 22:47
Queens Park Rangers' (QPR) Ilias Chair celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 28, 2021
Preview:Queens Park Rangers vs. Crystal Palace - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 22:38
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