Cole suggests when United will be ready to challenge for title again

Former Manchester United forward Andy Cole believes his old club are still years away from competing – but suggests history is on their side.

Arsenal expect clean bill of health after international break

Arsenal expect to be able to report a clean bill of health as the squad return from international duty – and head coach Unai Emery could soon see his defensive options boosted.

Madrid are serious about signing Chelsea’s Kante

Chelsea could face another fight with Real Madrid to keep N’Golo Kante next summer – and one Spanish source even says a deal has been agreed to.

Chelsea identify two targets as Lampard plots full-back overhaul

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard wants to strengthen his full-back options when the club’s transfer ban ends.

Sterling performing at the highest level – Henderson

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson says former teammate Raheem Sterling is cashing in on his hard work after his England goal glut continued.

Mertesacker criticises former teammates for letting Wenger down

Per Mertesacker believes Arsenal players let Arsene Wenger down during the latter stages of his tenure at the Emirates Stadium.

Van der Sar has doubts about sporting director role at United

Netherlands and Manchester United great Edwin van der Sar has reservations about returning to the Red Devils as sporting director.

David Beckham wants Lionel Messi in Miami

Welcome to Miami. That’ll be the case for Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi if David Beckham gets his way, according to Catalan reports.

Focus on England midfielder Jadon Sancho

Jadon Sancho had an evening to remember at Southampton as he scored twice and made another in England’s 5-3 win over Kosovo on Tuesday evening.

8 teams who saw their seasons ruined by international breaks

An injury to a key player in a meaningless friendly can completely derail a club’s year – or even a player’s career. FourFourTwoSA looks at eight teams who saw their seasons ruined by international breaks.