Chelsea not open to loan offers for Ampadu, Cahill set to depart

The youngster will stay in the Blues squad for now and is in line to make a rare appearance in the upcoming FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest Ethan Ampadu is not currently available to be signed on loan from Chelsea but the Blues may opt to change their stance later in the transfer window, …

'Enjoyment factor' gives Solskjaer shot at Man Utd job – O'Shea

The former Red Devils defender believes a man initially appointment on a short-term deal is putting himself in the frame for a permament appointment Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has returned the “enjoyment factor” to Manchester United, says John O’Shea, and is putting himself in contention to secure a permanent deal at Old Trafford. With Jose Mourinho …

Pogba doubtful for Man Utd FA Cup duty but Lukaku and Sanchez set to start

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer plans to make changes for the Red Devils’ third round clash with Reading, which could include leaving a World Cup winner out Paul Pogba is a doubt for Manchester United’s FA Cup clash with Reading but Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez will start, caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed. The France …

Tranmere Rovers v Tottenham: TV channel, live stream, squad news & preview

Mauricio Pochettino’s side will be looking to avoid an upset against their League Two opponents Tottenham kick-off their FA Cup campaign with a tricky third round tie against League Two Tranmere at Prenton Park on Friday. The trip to Merseyside marks the start of a hectic few weeks for Mauricio Pochettino’s side that also includes …

'You don't know how much I'm going to miss you!' – Morata bids farewell to Fabregas

The Chelsea striker wished his fellow Spaniard well on social media as the midfielder looks set for a move away from the Blues Chelsea forward Alvaro Morata has said farewell to team-mate Cesc Fabregas with a heartfelt post on Instagram.  Fabregas is set to join Ligue 1 side Monaco in the coming days, with Goal reporting earlier this …

Guardiola: City don't have a Fernandinho replacement

The manager believes there is no replacement in his team Fernandinho and Sergio Aguero. Fernandinho’s bravura display in Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Premier League title rivals Liverpool proved he is irreplaceable, according to manager Pep Guardiola. The Premier League champions closed to within four points of Jurgen Klopp’s leaders at the summit thanks to …

Emery targets 'committed' signings in January as Arsenal sweep past Blackpool

The Gunners boss is looking for players who are ready to step in and help when called on during the winter window Unai Emery said he is in the market for players with “commitment” in January after watching his side beat Blackpool 3-0 to advance to the FA Cup fourth round. The Gunners swept past …

Pellegrini: No issues with frustrated Arnautovic after early substitution

The striker appeared angry after being taken off early on in West Ham’s win over Birmingham City but the manager said it was injury-related Manuel Pellegrini has played down a touchline disagreement with Marko Arnautovic, who was taken off during West Ham’s 2-0 FA Cup win over Birmingham City. Arnautovic scored West Ham’s second-minute opener …

Linesman crushed my dreams! – Arsenal youngster Willock on hat-trick woe

The Arsenal youngster hit a first-half brace at Blackpool but was denied a third during the closing stages of the FA Cup tie Joe Willock joked that the linesman in Arsenal’s 3-0 third-round win at Blackpool “crushed my dreams” of an FA Cup hat-trick. The 19-year-old midfielder netted a pair of opportunistic finishes before half-time to put …

Emery urges calm over Koscielny fitness

The centre-back added to the manager’s defensive concerns with an injury setback before Arsenal’s FA Cup win at Blackpool Unai Emery does not expect Laurent Koscielny’s latest fitness setback to be a major issue but knows Arsenal must use their captain wisely. Koscielny pulled up during the warm-up before the Gunners’ 3-0 win at Blackpool …