Chelsea begin title defence against Burnley
Brighton and Hove Albion will face Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City in their first Premier League match, while holders Chelsea begin their title defence at home to Burnley.
Coutinho: Barca rumours is ‘complicated’
Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho says it is “complicated” to talk about speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona due to his long contract at Anfield.
Alli, Kane worth more than Messi, Ronaldo
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo might be the dominant figures of 21st-century football but they are worth less than Tottenham duo Harry Kane and Dele Alli according to analysis by the International Centre for Sports Studies (CIES).
Arsenal ‘have to pay’ what Sanchez wants – Parlour
Arsenal must meet whatever contract demands Alexis Sanchez makes, even if he wants £300,000-a-week in a deal that would smash the club’s wage structure, according to Ray Parlour.
UCL qualification a step in right direction – Henderson
Jordan Henderson feels Liverpool are on the right track after securing Champions League qualification, and the midfielder is desperate to take the next step in 2017-18.
Hart future remains unclear
Joe Hart is still waiting for offers, but accepts that his Manchester City career is over after the Premier League club moved for Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson.
Ramos unsure of Morata future amid United links
Sergio Ramos is not sure if Alvaro Morata will be at Real Madrid next season as Manchester United reportedly close in on the Spaniard.
Mahrez: No bid from Arsenal yet
Arsene Wenger is yet to follow up his words of praise with a formal transfer offer, Leicester City’s Riyad Mahrez has revealed.
Costa still waiting for Chelsea’s decision
Diego Costa says he is still waiting for Chelsea to make their decision over his future, after scoring in Spain’s victory in Macedonia.
Lindelof will star at Man Utd – Larsson
Victor Lindelof’s move to Manchester United from Benfica will be a success, according to his Sweden teammate Sebastian Larsson.