Klopp promises more to come from 'outstanding' Keita

The Liverpool manager has eased concerns the Reds midfielder is on the outs at the club Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has thrown his support behind Naby Keita, stressing the ‘outstanding’ midfielder just needs more time to settle in at Anfield. Keita, 23, has made 18 appearances for the Premier League side this season, although just 10 of those have been …

'If it were Moyes maybe I'd listen' – Silva hits back at Allardyce over 'attractive football' jibe

The former Toffees boss had claimed his successor Silva wouldn’t be saved simply by playing attractive football. Marco Silva has preached the importance of stability for Everton in their quest to settle after a succession of quick-fire managerial changes in recent seasons, and hit back at Sam Allardyce’s criticisms by referencing successful Toffees boss David …

Howe the crucial factor for Clyne in Bournemouth loan decision

The Liverpool full-back’s loan move to the Cherries was branded “a disgrace” by Cardiff boss Neil Warnock after Bournemouth stepped in Nathaniel Clyne says that getting to work with Eddie Howe was a deciding factor in his decision to join Bournemouth on loan until the end of the season. Clyne’s decision to join the Cherries …

No excuses from Leicester City boss Puel after humiliating FA Cup exit

The Foxes were dumped out of the cup by the League Two minnows, leaving their manager frustrated by the result Claude Puel insists Leicester City can make no excuses after they suffered a humbling defeat to Newport County in the FA Cup third round. Padraig Amond’s late penalty sent Newport through on Sunday, three minutes after …

Kepa and Maurizio Sarri have adapted to the Premier League, insists Carlo Cudicini

The former Blues goalkeeper has been working in the coaching staff for the passed three seasons and he has been impressed with the club’s number one Carlo Cudicini stood in for a sick Gianfranco Zola after Chelsea’s 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the third round of the FA Cup and he gave his verdict …

Guardiola rules out 'impossible' Foden loan after teenager stars in Rotherham rout

The 18-year-old is yet to start a Premier League game in 2018-19 for the champions but his coach says he will be integral in coming years at the club Manchester City youngster Phil Foden will not be allowed to leave on loan during the January transfer window, manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed. The midfielder is …

'Solskjaer understands what type of striker I am' – Lukaku explains post-Mourinho goal glut

The United striker has scored in each of his last three appearances – as many goals as he netted in the previous three months Romelu Lukaku has credited the one-to-one coaching of Manchester United interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for his revival in goalscoring form. The Belgian was struggling for form this season under previous manager Jose Mourinho, …

Manchester City vs Rotherham: TV channel, live stream, squad news & preview

City look to progress to the fourth round of the FA Cup when they get their first run out since Thursday’s victory against Liverpool Manchester City take on Championship side Rotherham at the Etihad Stadium in the FA Cup third round on Sunday. This will be City’s first outing since their crucial 2-1 victory over …

Bench duty not easy but Alisson and I learn from each other, says Mignolet

Click:motorcycle equipment The Brazilian’s arrival for a world-record fee last summer has restricted the Belgian’s opportunities for the Reds Simon Mignolet accepts it is “not easy” to be consigned to Liverpool’s bench following the signing of Alisson, but admits that the pair are always learning from each other. The Brazil international became the world’s most …