Granit Xhaka is sent off for Arsenal against Liverpool on January 13, 2022
Team News: Arsenal vs. Liverpool injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup clash between Arsenal and Liverpool.
Jan 19, 19:45
Manchester United's Anthony Elanga pictured on December 8, 2021
Manchester United's Anthony Elanga 'almost joined Manchester City'
Manchester United youngster Anthony Elanga came close to joining rivals Manchester City before he moved to Old Trafford, according to his former youth coach Ian Forder.
Jan 19, 16:21
Leeds United's Kalvin Phillips celebrates after the match against Watford on October 2, 2021
Real Madrid 'to rival Liverpool for Leeds United's Kalvin Phillips'
Real Madrid reportedly join Liverpool in the race to sign Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips ahead of next summer's transfer window.
Jan 19, 16:06
Red Bull Salzburg's Brenden Aaronson pictured on November 2, 2021
Leeds United 'to lodge improved bid for top target Brenden Aaronson'
Leeds United are preparing to lodge an improved bid to sign Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Brenden Aaronson this month, according to a report.
Jan 19, 15:53
 Manchester United's Anthony Martial celebrates scoring their first goal, October 5, 2021
Juventus rule out signing Manchester United's Anthony Martial
Juventus director Maurizio Arrivabene rules out signing Manchester United forward Anthony Martial this month.
Jan 19, 00:03
Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic celebrates after the match with Roma on September 26, 2021
Manchester United 'leading race for Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic'
Manchester United are reportedly in pole position to sign Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, who is valued in excess of €80m (£66.3m).
Jan 18, 23:54
Fiorentina's Dusan Vlahovic reacts on September 21, 2021
Dusan Vlahovic 'has agreed terms with Juventus'
Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic reportedly agrees personal terms with Juventus ahead of a proposed move to the Serie A giants.
Jan 18, 23:41
Real Madrid's Eden Hazard with the match ball, September 28, 2021
Real Madrid 'accept €50m Newcastle United bid for Eden Hazard'
Real Madrid reportedly accept a €50m (£41.7m) bid from Newcastle United for Eden Hazard, however, the winger has turned down a move to St James' Park.
Jan 18, 23:27
Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on December 11, 2021
Manchester United 'considering four players as makeweights in Jude Bellingham deal'
Manchester United could reportedly offer Borussia Dortmund as many as four players as makeweights in a move to sign midfielder Jude Bellingham.
Jan 18, 23:13
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in action for Liverpool in September 2021
How Liverpool could line up against Arsenal
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool could line up for Thursday's EFL Cup semi-final second-leg tie against Arsenal.
Jan 18, 19:02
Arsenal's Martin Odegaard pictured on December 18
How Arsenal could line up against Liverpool
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Thursday's EFL Cup semi-final second-leg tie with Liverpool.
Jan 18, 18:54
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta before the match on January 13, 2022
Preview:Arsenal vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's EFL Cup clash between Arsenal and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 18, 18:37
Barcelona's manager Pep Guardiola is thrown in the air by his players after their Champions League final win against Manchester United on May 28, 2011
Pep Guardiola at 51: How Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho's careers compare at same age
On Pep Guardiola's 51st birthday, Sports Mole takes a look at the Spaniard's illustrious managerial career compared with Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho when they were the same age.
Jan 18, 06:00
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring against Chelsea on January 15, 2022
Kevin De Bruyne scores winner as Manchester City move 13 points clear of Chelsea
Kevin De Bruyne scores the decisive goal to help Premier League leaders Manchester City claim a narrow 1-0 win against title rivals Chelsea on Saturday.
Jan 15, 14:50
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their fifth goal with teammates on December 14, 2021
Team News: Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne, Jack Grealish, Phil Foden all start for Chelsea clash
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola names a strong starting lineup for their Premier League showdown with title rivals Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday lunchtime.
Jan 15, 11:46
Leeds United's Adam Forshaw pictured on November 30, 2021
Adam Forshaw signs new contract with Leeds United
Leeds United announce that midfielder Adam Forshaw has signed a new contract with the club until the summer of 2023.
Jan 14, 21:15
John Souttar celebrates scoring for Hearts on April 13, 2019
John Souttar signs pre-contract agreement with Rangers
Rangers announce the signing of defender John Souttar on a pre-contract agreement from Hearts.
Jan 14, 20:29
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on September 18, 2021
Pep Guardiola labels Thomas Tuchel an "excellent" coach ahead of Chelsea clash
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola heaps praise on Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel ahead of Saturday lunchtime's Premier League showdown.
Jan 14, 16:56
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on December 19, 2021
Pep Guardiola confirms Manchester City squad hit by more COVID-19 cases
Pep Guardiola confirms that Manchester City have "some new cases" of COVID-19 ahead of their Premier League clash with title rivals Chelsea on Saturday lunchtime.
Jan 14, 16:15
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on December 14, 2021
Pep Guardiola named Premier League Manager of the Month for December
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola wins the Premier League's Manager of the Month award for December, claiming the prize for the second successive month.
Jan 14, 15:58
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl reacts on January 11, 2022
Ralph Hasenhuttl admits key players could leave Southampton
Southampton head coach Ralph Hasenhuttl believes key players could leave the club despite their recent takeover.
Jan 14, 12:53
Dean Henderson warms up for Manchester United on February 25, 2021
Southampton make enquiry for Manchester United's Dean Henderson?
Southampton reportedly make an enquiry regarding the availability of Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
Jan 14, 12:34
Armando Broja celebrates scoring for Southampton against Burnley on October 23, 2021
Southampton want permanent deal for Chelsea's Armando Broja?
Southampton are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea striker Armando Broja on a permanent deal.
Jan 14, 12:19
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling pictured on December 4, 2021
Raheem Sterling wins Premier League Player of the Month award for December
Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling wins the Premier League's Player of the Month award for December.
Jan 14, 11:50
AC Milan's Theo Hernandez pictured on August 29, 2021
Theo Hernandez 'rejects Chelsea, Manchester City & Paris Saint-Germain'
AC Milan left-back Theo Hernandez reportedly turns down the chance to join Chelsea, Manchester City or Paris Saint-Germain, as he is to sign a new contract at San Siro.
Jan 14, 07:23
Joao Felix in action for Atletico Madrid in December 2021
Atletico Madrid open to selling Joao Felix to Manchester City next summer?
La Liga champions Atletico Madrid are reportedly open to selling forward Joao Felix to Manchester City next summer.
Jan 14, 07:03
Lionel Messi in action for Paris Saint-Germain in December 2021
Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi provides fitness update amid COVID-19 recovery
Lionel Messi reveals that he has not fully recovered from coronavirus but informs the Paris Saint-Germain supporters that he will be back on the pitch 'very soon'.
Jan 14, 00:04
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo during the match on January 3, 2022
Manchester United players feel "intimidated" by Cristiano Ronaldo
Some Manchester United players reportedly feel "intimidated" by Cristiano Ronaldo's 'mentality' at Old Trafford.
Jan 13, 23:54
Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele pictured on November 2, 2021
Barcelona chief urges Ousmane Dembele to decide future "quickly"
Barcelona sporting director Mateu Alemany believes Ousmane Dembele's contract situation needs to be resolved "quickly", with his current deal set to expire in June.
Jan 13, 23:42
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger pictured on November 23, 2021
Manchester City 'keeping tabs on Antonio Rudiger's contract situation'
Manchester City are reportedly keeping tabs on Antonio Rudiger's contract situation at Chelsea, with the defender free to sign pre-contract agreements with foreign clubs.
Jan 13, 23:28
Dusan Vlahovic in action for Fiorentina in November 2021
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta 'draws up seven-man transfer wishlist'
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta reportedly draws up a seven-man transfer wishlist, which includes five midfielders and two strikers.
Jan 13, 23:14
Morecambe's Anthony O'Connor celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 9, 2022
Preview:AFC Wimbledon vs. Morecambe - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between AFC Wimbledon and Morecambe, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 13, 18:39
Bury manager Ryan Lowe pictured in December 2018
Preview:Preston North End vs. Birmingham City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Preston North End and Birmingham City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 13, 16:56
Derby County's Tom Lawrence celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on October 19, 2021
Preview:Derby County vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Derby County and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 13, 16:41
Queens Park Rangers' (QPR) Ilias Chair celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 28, 2021
Preview:Queens Park Rangers vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Queens Park Rangers and West Bromwich Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 13, 16:25
Leeds United's Cody Drameh pictured on August 21, 2021
Leeds United full-back Cody Drameh joins Cardiff City on loan
Leeds United full-back Cody Drameh joins Cardiff City on loan for the rest of the season, subject to international clearance.
Jan 12, 20:35
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard and Jermain Defoe celebrate with the Scottish Premiership trophy on May 15, 2021
Rangers confirm Jermain Defoe departure
Rangers announce that 39-year-old striker Jermain Defoe has left the club after three years at Ibrox.
Jan 12, 15:27
Feyenoord's Marcos Senesi pictured in December 2020
Brighton & Hove Albion, Newcastle United 'lining up Marcos Senesi moves'
Brighton & Hove Albion and Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Feyenoord centre-back Marcos Senesi this month.
Jan 12, 14:29
General view of Manchester City's Etihad Stadium taken September 2018
Manchester City 'keeping tabs on Brazilian starlet'
Manchester City are keeping a close eye on 15-year-old Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick, according to a report.
Jan 12, 14:20
Atletico Madrid striker Luis Suarez pictured in November 2021
Preview:Atletico Madrid vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Supercopa de Espana clash between Atletico Madrid and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 11, 21:25
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