Vardy withdraws from England’s double header

England will be without Jamie Vardy for their matches with Scotland and France, after the Leicester City striker withdrew from Gareth Southgate’s squad due to injury.

Costa claims Conte no longer wants him at Chelsea

Chelsea striker Diego Costa says he has been told by manager Antonio Conte that he does not have a future at Stamford Bridge.

Kolasinac is the complete package, says Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes new signing Sead Kolasinac has all the attributes required to succeed in English football.

Rashford backs Rooney for England return

Marcus Rashford thinks Wayne Rooney’s England career is “nowhere near over”, despite the captain being left out of two straight international squads.

Giroud demands more Arsenal game time

Olivier Giroud has warned Arsenal he needs more playing time or he could seek a move elsewhere.

Gerrard: Liverpool should sign van Dijk

Steven Gerrard has urged Liverpool to make a move for Virgil van Dijk, as he feels the Southampton defender could make a huge difference to the team.

There was nobody near Hazard – Martinez

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez described his shock at Eden Hazard’s serious ankle injury, saying no-one was near the Chelsea star when he was hurt.

UEL triumph just the start for United – Lingard

Jesse Lingard believes he is primed to play a key role in even greater success for Manchester United after helping them to a trophy double in the 2016-17 season.

Lukaku says his future is decided

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku says he has made a decision on his future amid speculation of a big-money move.

Arsenal confirm Kolasinac signing

Arsenal have announced the signing of Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Sead Kolasinac, who is to join the club from Bundesliga side Schalke.