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red rage | Manchester United wait on Cristiano Ronaldo return as Chelsea hover
Ronaldo missed his first scheduled appearance at United’s Carrington training ground yesterday due to “family reasons”, and while United insist they are sensitive to the genuine personal issues that have required Ronaldo to stay in Lisbon, there …
Investigation | Premier League footballer ‘arrested on suspicion of rape’ of woman in her 20s
An international footballer who plays in the Premier League has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of rape.
big deal | Manchester United finally convince Christian Eriksen to seal move to Old Trafford
Manchester United have finally managed to agree terms with Christian Eriksen over a move to Old Trafford, after it seemed the deal was on the brink of collapse last month.
Congrats | Darren Randolph and Alexandra Burke welcome their first child together
Burke and boyfriend Darren Randolph announced they were expecting in February.
ron gone | Premier League club preparing shock move for Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo has made it clear that he wants to leave Manchester United and he could end up signing for one of their Premier League rivals.
windfall | Revealed: Mohamed Salah’s bumper cash windfall after signing new Liverpool deal
Mohamed Salah was handed a bumper 'signing on fee' as part of his new Liverpool contract, it can be revealed.
so brave | Irish women’s soccer boss Vera Pauw reveals her rape and sex assault hell
Since arriving in Ireland almost three years ago Vera Pauw has developed a reputation as a straight talker who is taking women’s soccer into the mainstream.
ron his way? | Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United to play Champions League football – says reports
Cristiano Ronaldo has asked Manchester United to be allowed to leave the club should an acceptable offer come in during the summer transfer window, according to reports.
Salah-brations | I'm surprised but absolutely delighted that Salah has signed his new deal
THE moment he signed his new contract on Friday, Mohamed Salah elevated himself to a whole new level among the ranks of Liverpool legends.
Bumper deal | Details of Mohamed Salah’s new Liverpool contract are revealed
Mohamed Salah’s new Liverpool contract has made him the highest-paid player in the club’s history, but the forward insists it is the quest for trophies which drives him on.
'rich' pickings | Tottenham complete €70million signing of Brazilian striker Richarlison from Everton
Tottenham have completed the £60million signing of Richarlison from Everton.
stand-off | Chelsea ready to consider alternative options as Sevilla hold firm on Jules Kounde
Chelsea are looking at alternative defensive options, as their long-term pursuit of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde has failed to reach a conclusion.
Spurs strike | Tottenham agree €70m deal with Everton for Brazilian star Richarlison
Tottenham are closing in on the signing of Everton forward Richarlison in a deal worth £60 (€70) million.
gunned down | Man City’s decision to sell Gabriel Jesus to Arsenal hailed ‘a mistake’
Former Manchester City midfielder and RTÉ soccer pundit Dietmar Hamann believes Pep Guardiola is making a “mistake” by selling the “brilliant” Gabriel Jesus to Arsenal.
deal done | Manchester United on verge of €19.5m deal for Feyenoord left-back Tyrell Malacia
Manchester United have agreed a deal with Feyenoord to sign Tyrell Malacia for €17 (€19.5) million.
SAFE HANDS | Ireland goalkeeper Mark Travers signs new long-term deal with Bournemouth
Mark Travers has signed a new five year deal with Bournemouth, a reward for his exceptional contribution to their Championship season.
Aldo's view | There are real signs that Tottenham could be a different force next season
TOTTENHAM could be a team to watch in the Premier League when the new season gets underway.
sterling deal | Chelsea make a breakthrough in their pursuit of chief transfer target
Chelsea are edging closer towards a deal to take Raheem Sterling to Stamford Bridge, the PA news agency understands.
striking a fee | Chelsea edge closer towards deal for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling
Chelsea are edging closer towards a deal to take Raheem Sterling to Stamford Bridge, the PA news agency understands.
West Ham sign goalkeeper Alphonse Areola on permanent deal from PSG
West Ham have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Alphonse Areola from Paris St Germain.
Arsenal confirm signing of United States goalkeeper Matt Turner
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of United States international goalkeeper Matt Turner from New England Revolution.
Brentford name ex-rugby sevens coach Ben Ryan as director of elite performance
Brentford have appointed former England and Fiji rugby sevens coach Ben Ryan to a new role of director of elite performance at the club.
Petr Cech to leave role as Chelsea advisor following takeover
Former Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech is to leave his role as technical and performance advisor following the arrival of new owners at the club.
aldo's view | Manchester City's signing of Erling Haaland does not mean they will be unbeatable
THERE is no doubt that Erling Haaland has the potential to take Manchester City to the next level – but recent big-money signings confirm that nothing is certain in this game.
Crystal Palace swoop for teenage Derby winger Malcolm Ebiowei
Crystal Palace have announced teenage winger Malcolm Ebiowei is to join them on a five-year deal from July 1 when his contract with Derby runs out.
mega signing | It’s Haal’ to play for!
There is no doubt that Erling Haaland has the potential to take Manchester City to the next level – but recent big-money signings confirm that nothing is certain in this game.
uncertain | Rumours swirl over Cristinao Ronaldo's Manchester United future after Portuguese claims
Cristiano Ronaldo's future has been plunged into doubt amid claims in Portugal that his agent is looking at options with other clubs ahead of the new season.
Todd Boehly exploring player trade deals to freshen up Chelsea squad
Todd Boehly will attempt to shake up Chelsea’s summer transfer business through a series of US-style player trade deals, the PA news agency understands.
Nottingham Forest sign Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi for club-record fee
Nottingham Forest have stepped up their preparations for a first Premier League season since 1999 with the signing of Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi.
new gaffer | I am here to turn a corner – Vincent Kompany says Burnley are at very dangerous point
Vincent Kompany accepts he has taken charge at Burnley at a “delicate and dangerous” time but is determined to turn the relegated Lancashire club around.
challenging start | Q&A: The key issues facing Manchester United amid very slow rebuild
Erik ten Hag faces a challenging start to life as Manchester United manager given no new faces have arrived at a club where the Glazer family’s latest dividends payment has fuelled fan discontent.
city bound | Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips set for Manchester City move after £45m fee is agreed
Manchester City have agreed a potential £45million deal with Leeds to sign England midfielder Kalvin Phillips, it is understood.
fading force | Former Manchester United defender gives his verdict on Harry Maguire's future
HE has been cast as one of the fall guys in Manchester United’s demise, yet Harry Maguire can bounce back under new manager Erik ten Hag.
Brighton sign striker Simon Adingra from Danish club FC Nordsjaelland
Brighton have signed Ivorian striker Simon Adingra on a four-year contract.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall commits to Leicester with new five-year deal
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has signed a new five-year deal at boyhood club Leicester.
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Newcastle complete signing of England goalkeeper Nick Pope from Burnley
Newcastle have completed the signing of Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope on a four-year deal.
Striker Eddie Nketiah wants to repay Arsenal’s faith next season
Eddie Nketiah intends to continue to repay the faith of Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta next season and help the team achieve something special.
big changes | Chelsea seeking new sporting director after Marina Granovskaia’s exit
Chelsea will begin the search for a new sporting director after confirming that Marina Granovskaia has left her post as part of the changes to the club’s board.
legend | Despite often billed as second to Mo Salah, Sadio Mane leaves Liverpool as a modern-day great
Sadio Mane had a twinkle in his eye when he said it. He would reveal more about his future, he said, after the Champions League final and, the way his 2022 was going, it is understandable if he imagined he would be able to announce his departure …
new deal | Gareth Bale poised to decide on his future with one eye open on World Cup bid
Gareth Bale is poised to make a decision on his future in the next 48 hours.
So Sad-io | Jurgen Klopp describes Sadio Mane’s sale to Bayern Munich as 'massive loss'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has not hidden the sense of disappointment at Sadio Mane’s sale to Bayern Munich, describing it as a ‘loss’ and ‘big moment’ for his club.
Ryan Fredericks reunited with Scott Parker at Bournemouth after West Ham exit
Bournemouth have signed defender Ryan Fredericks on a free transfer.
sad goodbye | Sadio Mane posts emotional message as he says farewell to Liverpool fans
Sadio Mane insists he has moved to Bayern Munich for a new challenge having won everything with Liverpool.
crown jules | Price tag for Chelsea transfer target proving to be a huge stumbling block in deal
He has been a Chelsea transfer target for all of 2022, but it remains to be seen whether anyone will pay the asking price being demanded by Sevilla for their French defender Jules Kounde.
kop on | Liverpool fan group demand minister resigns over Champions League final chaos
Liverpool fans have called on French interior minister Gerald Darmanin to resign after accusing him of lying over the chaos which marred the Champions League final at the Stade de France.
flop buy | Romelu Lukaku's Inter Milan return confirmed as Liverpool and Man United negotiate transfers
Romelu Lukaku will return to Inter Milan after Chelsea struck season-long loan deal with the Italian club while Monaco have agreed a €18 million deal to sign Takumi Minamino from Liverpool.
Romelu Lukaku set for Inter Milan loan return
Romelu Lukaku will return to Inter Milan on a one-year loan deal, the PA news agency understands.
Midfielder Fabio Vieira completes Arsenal switch
Arsenal have completed the signing of talented Porto midfielder Fabio Vieira.
