Rudiger ready to stand up as leader to stabilise Chelsea’s defence

Antonio Rudiger is ready to stand up as the leader to stabilise Chelsea’s defence.

PSG see Mane as ‘perfect’ Neymar replacement

Paris Saint-Germain have identified Liverpool’s Sadio Mane as a potential replacement for Neymar, should the Brazilian leave.

I feel like I’m back – Lingard enjoying welcome return to form

Jesse Lingard says it feels ‘good to actually be back and feel myself again’ as the Manchester United attacking midfielder bids to return to his best.

Arsenal make Arteta their No 1 target for head coach

Manchester City face losing Mikel Arteta as Arsenal make the former captain their priority for the vacant head coach role.

Conte keen to bring out-of-favour Alonso to Inter

Marcos Alonso is struggling for game time at Chelsea this season and Inter Milan could offer him a way out.

Holloway: Zaha would be fantastic at Chelsea

Former Crystal Palace manager Ian Holloway believes Wilfried Zaha would be a big hit at Chelsea.

Barcelona’s Umtiti emerges as Man City target ‘amid a defensive shortage’

Manchester City are reportedly targeting Barcelona centre-back Samuel Umtiti as they seek to solve defensive issues.

Maddison nearing new Leicester City deal amid Man United interest

Leicester City are hopeful that James Maddison will commit his future to the club despite Manchester United interest.

Chelsea blip hasn’t changed Lampard’s transfer plans

Frank Lampard has challenged his Chelsea players to show tougher ‘personality’ to fight for their Stamford Bridge futures.

Reds in danger of early exit – 5 Champions League talking points

The Champions League group stage concludes this week with a host of issues still to be resolved.