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Manchester City prepare for Fulham swoop as Cottagers eye homecoming for out-of-favour Liverpool man
By Ben Mountain published
Transfer rumours are building ahead of January as Premier League clubs look to strengthen – and it could be a busy window in SW6

FIFA confirm details of new Club World Cup, but tournament is set to create scheduling headaches for Chelsea & Manchester City and 80-game seasons for some players
By Ben Mountain published
World football's governing body has released information on the revamped competition, adding to an already congested calendar

'I've been through worse' – Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana explains why he's not worried by recent poor form
By Ben Mountain published
The former Ajax shot-stopper insists "everything is temporary" and is confident the Red Devils will "become the best again" soon

What Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said about Manchester United and Erik ten Hag
By Ben Mountain published
The German spoke about the difficult situation at Old Trafford ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between the rivals at Anfield

Kenny Dalglish earns SPOTY Lifetime award as Jurgen Klopp says 'he is Liverpool'
By Ben Mountain published
The Reds' legendary former player and manager is being honoured by the BBC in their annual awards show later this month

Liverpool face battle as Saudi Pro League prepares fresh Mohamed Salah bid: report
By Ben Mountain published
The Egyptian is again expected to be the Saudi Pro League’s top transfer target – despite last summer's rejected £200m offer

Ian Wright: Ex-Arsenal and England striker steps back from Match of the Day after 26 years
By Ben Mountain published
The former Gunners forward says he'll do "different things with [his] Saturdays" after announcing he's leaving BBC's iconic show

Santos retire club legend's shirt number until promoted back to Brazil's top flight
By Ben Mountain published
After their relegation this week, Santos’ president has confirmed the club won’t wear their "most glorious shirt" while in Série B

Arsenal vs Chelsea sets new Women's Super League attendance record
By Ben Mountain published
Over 59,000 fans watched the Gunners dismantle the Blues at the Emirates Stadium in Sunday's WSL London derby

'Won't be boring' – Bayern Munich to target Barcelona stars in busy transfer window
By Ben Mountain published
The Bundesliga giants, reeling from Saturday's 5-1 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt, are targeting several new players in January

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says more new signings are needed in January after Blues are beaten by Everton
By Ben Mountain published
The Argentine has called for more money to be spent at Stamford Bridge, despite a huge recent outlay, as the Blues drop to 12th

'I was in a bad way' – former Newcastle midfielder Kieron Dyer opens up on liver transplant
By Ben Mountain published
The former Newcastle United and England midfielder underwent a liver transplant four years after he began searching for a donor

Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United fans' boos after Bournemouth defeat
By Ben Mountain published
The Portuguese midfielder has given his reaction to the fans' frustrations following Saturday's humiliating loss at Old Trafford

Newcastle eye England international as Nick Pope replacement, with Manchester United, Arsenal & Tottenham trio also in contention
By Ben Mountain published
Goalkeeper Nick Pope will miss most of the rest of the season, with Newcastle said to be eyeing his international team-mate as cover

Kalvin Phillips linked with sensational summer move to Manchester City's close rivals
By Ben Mountain published
The former Leeds United midfielder wants to leave the champions – but it could be a surprise club that comes to his rescue

'Absolutely sick' – Roy Hodgson slams Premier League rules after Liverpool loss
By Ben Mountain published
The Crystal Palace manager gave a passionate post-match interview, turning his ire on the officials and Virgil van Dijk

Andros Townsend reveals the unusual dinner he eats every night to aid recovery
By Ben Mountain published
The winger, who has just signed for Luton Town, has given an insight into the techniques and diet he uses to help him stay fit

'Those things plague me' – Emma Hayes reveals motivation for leaving Chelsea
By Ben Mountain published
The Blues' manager has been strongly linked with the USWNT job, but has given a different reason for leaving the West London club

'More necessary than ever' – Real Madrid president renews Super League calls
By Ben Mountain published
Florentino Perez criticised the new Champions League format and reiterated his commitment to the ESL at club's AGM on Saturday

Mike Dean shares story of Tranmere Rovers goalkeeper in mental health discussion
By Ben Mountain published
The former referee took part in an important, open conversation on Sky Sports with Paul Merson, Clinton Morrison and Kris Boyd

WATCH: Bellingham bags vs Birmingham – but limits celebration against his old club
By Ben Mountain published
The younger of the two brothers was on target Sunderland in a 3-1 win over the Blues at the Stadium of Light on Saturday afternoon

Everton's Amadou Onana recalls 'shock' of leaving Senegal at the age of 11
By Ben Mountain published
The 22-year-old defensive midfielder, at Goodison Park after spells at Hamburg and Lille, relocated to Belgium as a youngster

Father of Liverpool's Luis Diaz shares details of kidnapping for first time since his release
By Ben Mountain published
The midfielder's parents are now both safe and sound in his native Colombia following their ordeal at the hands of a guerrilla group
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