Puel: Leicester must protect Maguire from increased attention
Leicester defender Harry Maguire is still coming to terms with the increased attention being paid to him, according to his manager Claude Puel.
Premier League
We are in for a difficult season – just like everyone else, says Mourinho
Jose Mourinho expects this to be a “very difficult season”, despite Manchester United becoming a better, more attractive side.
Guardiola avoids war of words with Warnock ahead of Cardiff return
Pep Guardiola has refused to engage in an argument with Neil Warnock over tackling ahead of Manchester City’s Premier League trip to Cardiff on Saturday.
Unai Emery calls on all of his Arsenal players to help improve defensive record
Unai Emery has called on his entire Arsenal team to improve defensively and keep their first clean sheet of the season this weekend.
Mauricio Pochettino defends Tottenham’s tiredness levels amid criticism
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has dismissed claims his players are tired and are being over-worked.
Cahill to ask Chelsea for January move after failing to make team
Gary Cahill says he will ask Chelsea for a January move to honour his lengthy, trophy-laden service if his first-team exile continues.
Jurgen Klopp confident Liverpool will avoid European hangover against Southampton
Manager Jurgen Klopp is confident Liverpool have had enough recovery time to avoid the European hangover that troubled them last season.
Nuno honoured by Mourinho praise ahead of showdown with Manchester United
Wolves head coach Nuno Espirito Santo is honoured by the praise given to him by former manager Jose Mourinho, who he has described as “a big inspiration” ahead of his side’s trip to Old Trafford.
Manchester City boss Guardiola appreciates Aguero’s commitment
Pep Guardiola is looking forward to continuing to work with Sergio Aguero after the prolific striker agreed a contract extension at the Etihad Stadium.
Benitez calls on FA to look into Zaha’s protection plea
Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez has called on the Football Association to look into Wilfried Zaha’s plea for greater protection from referees.
Mohamed Salah form not a problem, says Liverpool boss Klopp
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists there is no crisis surrounding Mohamed Salah’s form and does not expect the Egypt international to repeat his record-breaking goalscoring feats from last season.
Puel ignores calls for a change in system
Leicester boss Claude Puel has vowed to stick with a four-man defence against Huddersfield despite calls from Foxes fans to switch to three at the back.
Jose Mourinho vows to continue ‘process of adaptation’ for Diogo Dalot
Diogo Dalot will have to wait for his Old Trafford bow as Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho intends to ease the highly-rated teenager into the fold.
5 Premier League talking points as Liverpool look to extend winning run
The Premier League table is starting to take shape at both ends, with the early front-runners blazing trails while other clubs struggle to secure positive results.
Pochettino won’t change his playing style as Spurs bid to end losing run
Mauricio Pochettino is not prepared to compromise on his mantra of Tottenham playing the ball out from the back.
Chelsea’s flight delay leaves short Premier League turnaround
Chelsea’s preparations for Sunday’s Premier League clash at West Ham have been disrupted after the Blues were forced to delay their return from Greece.
Sergio Aguero commits to Manchester City until 2021
Sergio Aguero has signed a one-year contract extension with Premier League champions Manchester City.
Drink-driving stress could have contributed to Lloris injury, says Spurs boss
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has claimed the stress of Hugo Lloris’ drink-driving conviction may have contributed to the thigh injury the goalkeeper suffered against Manchester United.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Manchester United are said to be among the admirers of Ajax star Frenkie de Jong, according to The Sun. Scouts from Old Trafford travelled to France earlier this month to see the 21-year-old in action for Holland’s Nations League match against France, the paper says, promoting speculation Jose Mourinho is ready to battle Tottenham and Barcelona in January.
Maurizio Sarri says only goals will restore Alvaro Morata’s confidence
Only goals can boost the fragile confidence of Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata, according to head coach Maurizio Sarri.
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino knows increased scrutiny will end with victories
Mauricio Pochettino knows the only way to stop people focusing on Tottenham is to get back to winning ways.
Anthony Knockaert opens up about battle with depression
Brighton winger Anthony Knockaert has revealed he battled depression following the breakdown of his marriage and the death of his father.
Slavisa Jokanovic: No contact from Gareth Southgate over Tom Cairney
Slavisa Jokanovic insists Gareth Southgate has not contacted him over the possibility of attempting to select Fulham midfielder Tom Cairney for England.
Brighton boss Chris Hughton wary of wounded Tottenham
Chris Hughton fears Brighton could face a wounded animal when Tottenham visit the Amex Stadium.
Dele Alli in frame to return as Pochettino says anxious time could help Spurs
Tottenham hope to have Dele Alli back for Saturday’s game at Brighton but boss Mauricio Pochettino will take no risks.
Paul Pogba thanks Jose Mourinho for keeping faith with his spot-kick skills
Paul Pogba thanked Jose Mourinho for keeping faith with him after he inspired Manchester United to victory at Young Boys.
Football rumours from the media: Arsenal eye Argentinian duo
What the papers say Arsenal have their sights on Boca Juniors winger Cristian Pavon, the Mail reports. Changes at the Emirates appear aloft following the appointment of Raul Sanllehi as head of football, with the new recruit reportedly interested in signing Pavon, who featured for Argentina at the World Cup this summer.
Benitez ‘deeply saddened’ by Stephen Darby’s retirement
Rafael Benitez has paid tribute to Stephen Darby after the defender was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
Kane drained and set-piece pain: 5 reasons behind Tottenham’s woeful form
Tottenham have lost three games in a row under Mauricio Pochettino for the first time after their late collapse at Inter Milan in the Champions League.
Ethan Ampadu signs new five-year deal at Chelsea
Wales international Ethan Ampadu has signed a new five-year contract with Chelsea, the Premier League club have announced.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Plans to bring Jay Rodriguez back to the Premier League have hit a snag, according to The Sun. Burnley were hoping to bring the 29-year-old to Turf Moor, but Championship side West Brom have rejected their opening offer, leaving the Clarets pondering an increase on their £12million bid.
David De Gea feeling ‘really loved’ as Manchester United contract talks continue
David De Gea feels happy and “really loved” at Manchester United as talks over a new deal continue.