Morata was my first choice for Chelsea – Conte

Chelsea were heavily linked with a move for Romelu Lukaku, but Antonio Conte maintains Alvaro Morata was his first choice for a new striker.

Chelsea sign Real Madrid striker Morata

Alvaro Morata has joined Chelsea from Real Madrid in a deal reported to be worth £70-million.

Ronaldo staying at Madrid – Zidane

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane does not believe Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with the 12-time European champions is a matter for debate.

Silva welcomes Neymar to PSG move

Thiago Silva was unable to get a scoop on PSG’s chase of Barcelona star Neymar, but the Brazilian hopes his compatriot moves to France.

Morata: Conte has shown the most faith in me

Alvaro Morata is delighted to link up with Antonio Conte at Chelsea, saying the Italian is the coach who has shown most faith in him throughout his career.

Neymar could make PSG UCL contenders – Emery

The signing of Barcelona star Neymar could propel Paris Saint-Germain into Champions League contention, says the Ligue 1 club’s coach, Unai Emery.

Messi a machine built for football – Xavi

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi is a “machine built to play football”, according to his former Barcelona teammate Xavi.

Mourinho unfazed by Morata’s Chelsea move

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is unfazed by Alvaro Morata’s imminent move to Chelsea, and he issued a challenge to Romelu Lukaku.

Chelsea agree terms with Madrid on Morata deal

Chelsea and Real Madrid have agreed a deal for Spanish striker Alvaro Morata to join the Premier League champions.

Mestre: Barcelona sure of keeping Neymar

Neymar is “200 per cent” certain to stay at Barcelona in the transfer window, according to the club’s vice-president, Jordi Mestre.