Newcastle's Mikel Merino a major doubt for Manchester United trip amid fears over eight-week lay-off
Reports suggest that Newcastle midfielder Mikel Merino could be facing between six to eight weeks out, although Rafael Benitez claims that he is getting better.
Gary Cahill doubtful for England as Southgate confirms Chelsea's Danny Drinkwater rejected call-up
Reports suggest that Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, on loan at Crystal Palace, will start for England against Germany on Friday night.
Tottenham 'might risk' Harry Kane for Arsenal derby as Gareth Southgate insists injury is genuine
Gareth Southgate is satisfied that each of the six withdrawals from England's squad for friendlies against Germany and Brazil were genuine.
Everton midfielder Tom Davies withdraws from England Under-21 squad with hamstring injury
Tom Davies could be a doubt for Everton's trip to Crystal Palace after pulling out of the England squad for a European Under-21 Championship qualifier in Ukraine.
Longest-serving Chelsea player Matej Delac hints at imminent exit after seven-year frustration
Soon-to-be out-of-contract goalkeeper Matej Delac says he will soon have to leave Chelsea after failing to make a single competitive appearance since joining in 2010.
Oliver Burke finally 'injury free' as struggling West Brom prepare for Chelsea visit
Summer signing Oliver Burke is ready to make an impact for West Brom after scoring for the club's Under-21 side in a rare 90-minute outing on Tuesday night.
RB Leipzig rule out early exit for Liverpool-bound midfielder Naby Keita in January
Ralf Rangnick says it would make no sense to allow Naby Keita to bring forward his switch to Liverpool as RB Leipzig seek to retain their Champions League spot.
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny to retire from France duty after the 2018 World Cup
Ageing Arsenal vice-captain Laurent Koscielny is retiring from international duty in order to help talented France fully transition into an exciting new era.
Ambitious Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho would bring 'a lot' to Barcelona, says Luis Suarez
Luis Suarez believes Philippe Coutinho wanted to leave Liverpool for Barcelona due to his ambition and would contribute a great deal to the La Liga leaders' cause.
Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer discover ATP Finals fate after delayed draw
Draw for the season-ending 2017 ATP World Tour finals in London was delayed after Boris Becker was caught in traffic.
Virgil van Dijk 'happy' at Southampton after summer transfer saga but non-committal on future
Liverpool target Virgil van Dijk says he has moved on from sorry summer episode and is "giving 100 per cent" to Southampton.
Newcastle winger Christian Atsu reports for international duty with Ghana after injury scare
Christian Atsu has joined up with the Black Stars squad after sustaining a knock during Newcastle's Premier League defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday.
England squad further decimated as Jordan Henderson, Fabian Delph and Raheem Sterling all withdraw
Jordan Henderson, Fabian Delph and Raheem Sterling joins Tottenham trio Dele Alli, Harry Winks and Harry Kane in withdrawing from squad for
Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho could make return from injury for Brazil in England friendly
Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho is unlikely to play against Japan on Friday, but should feature against England at Wembley Stadium next week.
West Ham confirm appointment of David Moyes as new manager to succeed Slaven Bilic
David Moyes has been named as West Ham's replacement for Slaven Bilic, who was relieved of his managerial duties on Monday.
Tammy Abraham eyeing long-term Chelsea role as Swansea loanee prepares for possible England debut
Tammy Abraham says he is fully focused on his current loan spell at Swansea, but aims to win a regular place in Chelsea's first-team squad one day.
Harry Kane to 'keep an eye' on hamstrings as Tottenham striker seeks to manage workload
Tottenham's Harry Kane believes England boss Gareth Southgate will mirror Mauricio Pochettino's approach in managing his workload during the international break.
Besiktas have made 'efforts' to sign Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini
Belgian midfielder Marouane Fellaini features on Besiktas' transfer shortlist amid uncertainty over his Manchester United future.
Jose Mourinho optimistic over Manchester United injuries with Smalling and Herrera set for rest
Jose Mourinho is confident that current injured crop are in good positions and can bolster Manchester United's squad for busy festive period.
Everton defender Michael Keane drafted into England squad with Chelsea set to assess Gary Cahill
Gary Cahill, Harry Winks, Harry Kane and Jordan Henderson will all be assessed ahead of England's friendly double-header against Germany and Brazil.
Alvaro Morata header sinks Manchester United as Everton beat Watford in five-goal thriller
Alvaro Morata scores the only goal of the game at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 to move just a point behind the Red Devils in the Premier League.
Rampant Manchester City seal 15th straight win against Arsenal and equal another club record
Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus all net as Manchester City equal a club record of nine successive league victories in a single season.
Heung-Min Son nets second-half winner as Tottenham limp to narrow victory over Crystal Palace
Heung-Min Son scores and third-string goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga enjoys an impressive debut as Tottenham outlast Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium.
Mohamed Salah at the double as Liverpool thrash West Ham to leave Slaven Bilic on the brink
Slaven Bilic in danger of the sack after struggling West Ham are comprehensively beaten 4-1 by Liverpool at London Stadium.
Gareth Bale omitted from Real Madrid plans for Las Palmas visit and will not join up with Wales
Las Palmas clash to come too soon for Gareth Bale, who will not play for Wales over the international break after returning to Real Madrid training.
West Ham defender Jose Fonte to miss remainder of 2017 with foot injury
West Ham United centre-back Jose Fonte will be sidelined for 2-3 months as a result of the foot injury he sustained against Crystal Palace last weekend.
Andres Iniesta returns to Barcelona squad for Sevilla clash after thigh injury
Barcelona will be boosted by the return of Andres Iniesta for Saturday's visit of Sevilla to the Nou Camp, although six players remain sidelined.
Pep Guardiola planning further Manchester City transfers but remains coy on Alexis Sanchez chase
Guardiola would not be drawn on another potential swoop for Sanchez before Manchester City entertain Arsenal in the Premier league on Sunday.
Arsenal without quartet for Manchester City as Wenger praises 'extremely strong' Santi Cazorla
Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Sunday's trip to Manchester City will come too soon for David Ospina, Shkodran Mustafi and Danny Welbeck.
Mauricio Pochettino unsure if injured Victor Wanyama will make Tottenham return in 2017
Tottenham boss Pochettino says Wanyama is "getting better every day", although cannot guess if the Kenyan midfielder will be able to play again this year.
