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Chelsea make surprise January enquiry for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde
Chelsea have lodged an enquiry for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde as they eye January reinforcements, with concerns over his role at Barca and Arsenal also interested.
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Frenkie de Jong reluctant to leave Barcelona amid Chelsea interest
Frenkie de Jong has a firm stance on staying at Barcelona despite reported Chelsea interest. He is recovering from a medial knee ligament injury and expected back soon.
37 minutes ago
Man City beat Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield as season remains in limbo
Manchester City won 3-0 at Anfield — goals from Haaland, Doku and Cherki — but the club's campaign remains clouded by a guilty Premier League verdict and an ongoing appeal.
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Inter place £85m valuation on Arsenal target Pio Esposito, report says
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter Milan have set an asking price of £85m for 21-year-old Pio Esposito, who is being monitored by Arsenal despite a new long-term deal.
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Moises Caicedo singled out by Shearer after Chelsea's 5-1 win
Alan Shearer told Match of the Day that Moises Caicedo's performance was pivotal as Chelsea beat Bournemouth 5-1 in the Premier League.
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Liverpool's Anfield fear factor under strain after home winless run
Liverpool lost 3-0 to Manchester City and are winless in three Premier League home matches this season, extending a five-game Anfield league winless run.
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Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi suffers knock in warm‑down; Piero Hincapie also injured
Martin Zubimendi picked up a knock in Arsenal’s post-match warm‑down after the 2-1 win over Leeds; Piero Hincapie hurt his right ankle and was carried off. Both may be assessed ahe
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Luke Shaw doubtful for Manchester United's away Champions League trip to Atletico
Luke Shaw is a doubt for Manchester United's away Champions League tie with Atletico after limping off against Tottenham; Ayden Heaven could start at left-back.
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Arsenal prepare January approach for Julian Alvarez as Barcelona step back
Arsenal are reportedly ready to renew interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez in January after failing in the summer and with Barcelona no longer pursuing him.
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Joshua Zirkzee prepared to pursue January exit from Manchester United
Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is reportedly ready to seek a move in January after failing to start under Michael Carrick; Everton and Serie A clubs are linked.
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Andy Burnham to publish records of meetings with Manchester City figures
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he will publish details of meetings with Manchester City figures after criticism over his remarks following the club's guilty verdict.
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Maresca: City 'dealt with the noise' after 3-0 win at Anfield
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca said his squad 'dealt with the noise' after a 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, their first match since a Premier League ruling.
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Jota returns as Celtic beat Motherwell 2-0 to reclaim Premiership lead
Jota made his comeback after almost 18 months as Celtic beat Motherwell 2-0. Camilo Duran and Benjamin Nygren scored as Celtic returned to the Scottish Premiership summit.
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Murphy flags Manchester United midfield flaws after 1-1 draw with 10‑man Tottenham
Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy highlighted problems in Manchester United's midfield after their 1-1 draw with Tottenham, who finished the game with 10 men.
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Cherki stars as Haaland and Doku help Man City beat Liverpool
Rayan Cherki was the highest-rated player after scoring as Manchester City beat Liverpool; BBC ratings also note Gravenberch's red card and several strong displays.
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Elise Hughes urges focus on Albania as Wales eye World Cup place
Wales forward Elise Hughes says a World Cup would fulfil a lifelong dream but insists the squad's attention is on Tuesday's play-off second leg with Albania.
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Henderson nets twice on Chelsea home debut as they beat Bournemouth 5-1
Jordan Henderson scored twice on his Chelsea home debut as the Blues defeated Bournemouth 5-1 at Stamford Bridge. Bournemouth remain without a Premier League win.
6 hours ago
Billy Sharp retires at 40 after 22‑year career and 299 goals
Sheffield United icon Billy Sharp has retired aged 40 after a 22‑year professional career and 299 goals. He finished with a last‑game hat‑trick and has joined six‑a‑side side N5.
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