Paul Pogba out of Liverpool clash and David De Gea doubtful
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has been ruled out of Sunday’s Premier League clash with Liverpool while goalkeeper David De Gea faces a scan and is a major injury doubt.
Premier League
Premier League given assurances over Champions League places
The Premier League has received assurances that there are no current proposals to cut the number of Champions League group stage places for English clubs.
Everton lose midfielder Jean-Philippe Gbamin for around three months
Everton midfielder Jean-Philippe Gbamin is set to be sidelined for around three months after undergoing surgery.
Juan Mata says win over Liverpool can turn around Manchester United’s season
Juan Mata believes Manchester United can kickstart their season with victory over arch-rivals Liverpool this weekend.
Alexis Sanchez undergoes surgery on ankle injury
Inter Milan forward Alexis Sanchez has undergone successful surgery on his injured ankle.
Alexander-Arnold enters Guinness Book of World Records
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold’s attacking proficiency has earned him an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Man City’s Sergio Aguero unhurt after minor car crash
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero was unhurt after being involved in a minor car accident on Wednesday, the PA news agency understands.
Sheffield United trio handed late fitness tests ahead of Arsenal clash
Injured trio John Fleck, Oli McBurnie and David McGoldrick will be given every opportunity to prove their fitness ahead of Sheffield United’s home game against Arsenal.
Former England winger Dave Thomas: Guide dog has given me my independence back
Former QPR, Everton and Burnley winger Dave Thomas has spoken of how his life changed the day he received a letter from the DVLA informing him he was no longer eligible to drive.
Watford captain Troy Deeney closing in on comeback
Watford captain Troy Deeney has admitted to becoming frustrated during his recovery from a knee operation, but knows the medical staff are holding him back for the right reasons.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Tottenham have contacted Jose Mourinho over potentially becoming their new manager amid speculation Mauricio Pochettino could head to Manchester United, the Daily Express reports. The paper says United have been keen on Pochettino for several years and considered approaching him in 2014 before appointing Louis Van Gaal. With Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side struggling, Pochettino is said to be the club’s main target should they decide to look for a new boss, with Spurs looking at Mourinho, who has been out of work since being sacked by United last December.
Leicester plan to mark anniversary of helicopter tragedy with memorial garden
Leicester plan to mark the anniversary of their late chairman’s death later this month with the opening of the Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha Memorial Garden.
Alexis Sanchez diagnosed with dislocated ankle and tendon damage
Alexis Sanchez has been diagnosed with a dislocated ankle and tendon damage, Inter Milan have announced.
Peter Moore: FSG are focused on giving back to the city of Liverpool
Liverpool’s American owners Fenway Sports Group feel a responsibility to support the local community, according to chief executive Peter Moore.
League title is ‘barometer of success’ by which Liverpool is judged – Moore
Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore believes adding a long-awaited league title to their Champions League triumph is the “barometer of success” by which the club is judged.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say N’Golo Kante and Emerson Palmieri are targets for their former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri at Juventus, the Daily Express reports. Sarri is keen to lure France midfielder Kante, and Italy defender Palmieri, as he looks to strengthen his side. Sarri will have a battle on his hands, however. Kante is considered ‘un-transferrable’ by Chelsea manager Frank Lampard, while Palmeiri is in talks for a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
England Under-21s defender Marc Guehi seeks game advice from John Terry
England Under-21s defender Marc Guehi has been tapping his hero John Terry for advice as he tries to make his way in the game.
Michel Vorm returns to Tottenham
Tottenham have re-signed goalkeeper Michel Vorm on a deal until the end of the season.
New sporting director Ross Wilson vows to build ‘a winning Rangers’
New sporting director Ross Wilson has vowed to continue to build “a winning Rangers” after swapping Southampton for Ibrox.
Sanchez could miss three months, says Chile coach
Alexis Sanchez could face a lengthy spell on the sidelines with an ankle injury, Chile coach Reinaldo Rueda has said.
Redknapp feels Pochettino may need fresh start but expects him to stay at Spurs
Former Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp feels Mauricio Pochettino may benefit from a move elsewhere, but he expects him to stay and turn around their poor start to the season.
Ross Wilson swaps Southampton for Rangers
Ross Wilson is leaving Southampton to join Rangers as their new sporting director.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester United have reportedly opened talks with Barcelona as they bid to bring midfielder Ivan Rakitic to Old Trafford in the January transfer window. Spanish website Sport says United are in the hunt for the Croatian. They might face a battle, however, with Inter Milan also expressing an interest in the 31-year-old.
West Ham keeper Lukasz Fabianski undergoes successful hip surgery
West Ham goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski has undergone surgery on his torn hip muscle.
Liverpool’s Elliott handed 14-day ban over social media post
Young Liverpool winger Harvey Elliott has been banned for 14 days from domestic club football for using offensive language in a social media video mocking Harry Kane.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester United are prepared to pay £130million for Leicester and England defender Ben Chilwell and midfielder James Maddison, The Sun reports.
Manchester United look for big-money shirt sponsor as Chevrolet deal runs down
Manchester United are in the process of looking at a new, big-money shirt sponsorship deal, the PA news agency understands.
Timm Klose opens up on mental health problems and childhood alcohol issues
Norwich defender Timm Klose has recalled how his battles with mental health saw him turn to alcohol when just 13 and opened up on struggling to hold things together after games.
Burnley defender Tarkowski disappointed by England snub
James Tarkowski admits he was disappointed not to be included in the England squad for the matches against the Czech Republic and Bulgaria.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Mesut Ozil fears he has played his last game for Arsenal as he does not appear to be in Unai Emery’s plans, the Daily Mirror reports.
Defender Aaron Cresswell commits to West Ham until 2023
West Ham defender Aaron Cresswell has signed a new contract extension with the club.
Crystal Palace act after Wilfried Zaha reports racial abuse on social media
Crystal Palace have taken immediate action after Wilfried Zaha was targeted by racist abuse on social media.