Cech guides Arsenal to victory against Chelsea

Petr Cech was Arsenal’s hero against former club Chelsea as Unai Emery’s side triumphed 6-5 in a penalty shoot-out after a tremendous 1-1 International Champions Cup draw in Dublin.

Man Utd edge Madrid after Liverpool rout

Alexis Sanchez continued his fine pre-season form in Manchester United’s 2-1 win in the International Champions Cup, though Vinicius Jr showed there is life after Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid.

Mourinho unsure if Martial will return to United

Jose Mourinho does not know if Anthony Martial will return to Manchester United as doubts grow over the disgruntled forward’s future at Old Trafford.

Pochettino: Premier League clubs have ‘disadvantage’ in transfer market

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino feels Premier League clubs have a ‘complete disadvantage’ in the transfer market due to the window shutting earlier in England.

Liverpool cannot replace Coutinho – Klopp

Jurgen Klopp insists seeking a like-for-like replacement for Philippe Coutinho was never part of Liverpool’s transfer plans this close-season because such a player does not exist.

Mourinho: I’ll only sign one of my transfer targets

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reiterated the belief that he will only sign one player before the transfer deadline, despite his demands for two.

Luiz very happy at Chelsea under Sarri

David Luiz is enjoying life under new coach Maurizio Sarri and has no intention of leaving Chelsea.

Aubameyang’s a friend, not a foe – Lacazette

Alexandre Lacazette insists he sees Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as a friend rather than a rival despite losing his place in the Arsenal team to the Gabon striker in the second half of last season.

Bale’s Spurs return ‘not realistic’ – Pochettino

Gareth Bale making a shock return to Tottenham is ‘not realistic’, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Silva pondering international retirement

David Silva is pondering bringing his remarkable international career with Spain to a close and plans to seek advice from his Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola.