Muller: I’m not in competition with James

Thomas Muller insists he does not see new Bayern Munich signing James Rodriguez as a rival for a first-team place, as he looks to restore goals to his game.

Ake disagrees with Conte over Chelsea exit

Nathan Ake has told Antonio Conte he has to make the most of a short career in football, after the Chelsea boss questioned the young players who have left Stamford Bridge in the transfer window.

Sturridge like two new signings, says Lallana

Daniel Sturridge will be like two new signings for Liverpool if he is fit and firing this season, according to teammate Adam Lallana.

Watch: Kondogbia’s dreadful own goal

Take a look at Inter Milan midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia’s horrendous 40-yard own goal during their 2-1 win over Chelsea.

Highlights: Man Utd ease past Valerenga in friendly

Watch Romelu Lukaku and Marouane Fellaini lead Manchester United to a 3-0 victory over Norwegian side Valerenga in their final pre-season game.

Komphela hails Parker’s display

Kaizer Chiefs manager Steve Komphela believes Bernard Parker had an ‘almost perfect’ performance against Orlando Pirates during the Carling Black Label Champion Cup. 

Matic ‘very much’ wants Man Utd move

Jose Mourinho says Nemanja Matic is desperate to finalise a move to Manchester United, but stopped short of confirming that the transfer has been finalised.

Mertesacker wants Sanchez to stay at Arsenal

German defender Per Mertesacker says everybody at Arsenal wants Chilean international Alexis Sanchez to stay because of his “X-factor”.

Bucs send condolences to supporter families after stampede

Orlando Pirates have sent their condolences to the families of the two supporters who tragically lost their lives during the Soweto derby against Kaizer Chiefs in the Carling Black Label Champions Cup on Saturday.

Valverde: Barcelona are counting on Neymar

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde said the La Liga giants are counting on Neymar, as speculation grows over his future.