AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli admits they're seeking new contract talks with Rafael Leao. Chelsea are thought to be planning a January raid for the versatile striker, 23. The Portugal star has started the campaign well with three goals in five games, and Pioli revealed they want him to sign a lucrative new deal. He said: "The club wants to offer Leao a new deal soon. They will take care of i...Full Story »

Manchester United and Chelsea will continue to keep an eye on developments regarding Frenkie de Jong’s situation at Barcelona in the months ahead. That’s according to Fabrizio Romano in his exclusive CaughtOffside column, with the transfer news guru giving plenty of insight into why the Netherlands international ended up staying at the Nou Camp this summer. Both Man Utd and Chels...Full Story »

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel lambasted his squad for showing no hunger or determination in their 1-0 Champions League defeat at Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday, saying he did not see this performance coming after he thought they had turned a corner. The loss was Chelsea's third in five games and the Premier League side looked poor in attack and flat-footed in defence when they conceded a counter-atta...Full Story »

Erling Haaland scored another two goals as Manchester City made a superb start to their latest Champions League quest with a convincing 4-0 win at Sevilla.The prolific Norwegian maintained his stunning start at City – and his own remarkable record in the competition – by putting the visitors ahead at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium and netting their third.Phil Foden and Ruben Dias ...Full Story »

Thomas Tuchel admitted Chelsea are missing “everything” in the wake of a worrying 1-0 Champions League defeat at Dinamo Zagreb.Mislav Orsic’s early goal stunned the 2021 Champions League winners at the Maksimir Stadium, with Chelsea opening Group E with a loss.Blues boss Tuchel cut a frustrated figure on the touchline in Croatia, earning himself a yellow card on another tetchy ...Full Story »

Mislav Orsic’s early goal condemned listless Chelsea to a chastening 1-0 Champions League defeat at Dinamo Zagreb.Croatia forward Orsic’s breakaway goal proved enough for Dinamo to topple the 2021 Champions League winners at the Maksimir Stadium.Reece James struck a post at the death but Dinamo were not to be denied a victory as famous and deserved for the hosts as it could prove dam...Full Story »

Chelsea star Reece James could buy himself a £65million superyacht, complete with an infinity pool and cinema, after signing a new six-year deal at Stamford Bridge. James has been rewarded for his excellent form over the last couple of seasons with a new contract that will take him through until 2028 in west London. The 22-year-old England international has signed improved terms worth ...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag said Manchester United are not ready to challenge the Premier League's top teams despite ending table-topping Arsenal's perfect start to the season. United won 3-1 at Old Trafford to make it four wins in a row -- a run that included a 2-1 victory over Liverpool. Despite opening the new campaign with back-to-back defeats to Brighton & Hove Albion and Brentford, Ten Hag's team a...Full Story »

Bruno Lage will discover today whether the desperate SOS he sent to the former 33-year-old Chelsea and Atletico Madrid striker can be answered. Wolves are trying to sign ex-Chelsea striker Costa Credit: AFP Or whether Costa's application will be rejected on the grounds of his age and lack of recent international appearances for Spain. Lage targeted the veteran striker, who won two league titl...Full Story »

That’s after recording their worst-ever start to a LaLiga season under Julen Lopetegui. Sevilla are lining up Mauricio Pochettino as their potential new boss Credit: AFP Sevilla have recorded their worst-ever start to a season under Julen Lopetegui Credit: AFP The 2020 Europa League champs have picked up just ONE point in their opening four matches this term. A draw against Valladolid ...Full Story »

Chelsea hint at new Mason Mount dealChelsea owner Todd Boehly has hinted that midfielder Mason Mount is set for a new contract, according to the Mirror. The Blues chief liked a tweet by Fabrizio Romano that states: "Talks are already in place since long time and he’s waiting for the club to send new, final proposal. Negotiations will continue soon." Wolves fear Diego Costa move will co...Full Story »

GARETH SOUTHGATE turned down the chance to watch Manchester United vs Arsenal to fly to Italy for Roma's trip to Udinese. The England gaffer was in the stands to watch Tammy Abraham in action for Jose Mourinho's side. Gareth Southgate flew to Italy to watch Tammy Abraham in action Abraham failed to catch the eye before being replaced in the 77th minute Although the 24-year-old fired a blank ...Full Story »

FREE AGENT Ross Barkley has been unveiled by French club Nice in a cringeworthy signing video. The 28-year-old agreed to have his Chelsea contract terminated last month. Ross Barkley has joined French club Nice on a free transfer Barkley was paraded in front of the Nice fans this evening Ross Barkley is officially unveiled as a new OGC Nice player after joining the Ligue 1 side on a free...Full Story »

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has put the stunning six-bedroom Surrey mansion he lived in during his second spell with the club up for sale for a staggering £6.25million Didier Drogba has listed his £6.25million mansion for sale (Image: mediadrumimages/FineandCountry) Didier Drogba's stunning mansion in Surry has been put on the market with a £6.25million valuation. The Chelsea ...Full Story »

AC Milan head coach Stefano Pioli has, on Saturday, provided a fresh insight into the club’s plans for star attacker Rafael Leao. Wide-man Leao, of course, has taken his place front and centre in the Italian headlines across the last couple of hours. This comes after the Portuguese proved the difference-maker in the latest edition of the Derby della Madonnina. Leao’s two goals, ...Full Story »

Hakim Ziyech is in and out of the team at Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel Erik ten Hag's Manchester United playing squad may have been boosted by over £200million worth of new talent during the summer transfer window - but a reunion with Hakim Ziyech was blocked. Ten Hag worked with Ziyech for three years at Ajax before the Morocco international's £30m move to Chelsea where he has since ...Full Story »

CRYSTAL PALACE will make a serious bid for Conor Gallagher in the next window - if his Chelsea dream is shattered. Palace wanted England midfielder Gallagher, 22, to return after his successful loan spell but were given no encouragement. Crystal Palace are keen to re-sign Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher in January The midfielder has had a rough start to his bid to become a Chelsea first-team play...Full Story »

Derek Adams remains upbeat despite his side not having won a League One game so far this season.The Morecambe manager said that it was his team’s best display of their league campaign after they drew 2-2 at the Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.Adams’ side twice led after Jensen Weir netted a third goal of the season, blasting in spectacularly from 25 yards on 12 minutes, before...Full Story »

Hartlepool manager Paul Hartley admitted he felt “deflated” after his side conceded a stoppage-time equaliser to draw 1-1 at Colchester.It looked as though Pools would be heading for their first league win of the season after Wes McDonald swept home a 29th-minute opener from close range after Reghan Tumilty had escaped the home defence and delivered into his path.But Colchester rescu...Full Story »

Bournemouth interim boss Gary O’Neil does not know whether the impressive comeback win at Nottingham Forest will make him a candidate for the permanent job.O’Neil is in temporary charge following Scott Parker’s sacking on Tuesday and a roller-coaster week was completed by his side coming from 2-0 down at half-time to win 3-2 at the City Ground.First-half goals from Cheikhou Kou...Full Story »