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UFC light heavyweight contender Alexander Gustafsson believes Jon Jones is the real champion over Daniel Cormier as, despite his PED allegations, he has "destroyed" everyone.

Hamilton and Bottas developed a good camaraderie in 2017. It was a far cry from the relationship he had with former teammate Rosberg.

Barcelona will only allow Javier Mascherano to leave the club during the January transfer window if they are able to sign a replacement.

Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor is hopeful the club can sign Manchester United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on a permanent deal.

Ahead of his UFC 219 bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov, lightweight contender Edson Barboza has labelled Tony Ferguson, not Conor McGregor, as the "actual" champion at 155 pounds.

Aaron Ramsey and Shkodran Mustafi will not be available when Arsenal take on West Ham United on Wednesday night.

Jurgen Klopp made six changes to the Liverpool team that thrashed Spartak Moscow in the Champions League for Everton's visit.

World number four Alexander Zverev reveals which player he considers "perfect" in tennis. The German youngster also mentions his goal for 2018.

Roger Federer had his most successful campaign in a decade in 2017, winning seven titles, including two Grand Slams.

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury's return to boxing after an over two-year hiatus has been delayed once again after he missed his doping hearing with UKAD on Monday.

The former Red Devils boss believes United played more attacking football when he was in charge at Old Trafford.

Mesut Ozil has impressed for Arsenal in the last few weeks. The World Cup winner with Germany has scored once and registered three assists in the last four Premier League matches.

Wayne Rooney's goal from the spot kick allowed Everton to settle for a point against Liverpool in the first Merseyside derby of the season at Anfield on 19 December.

Antonio Conte has aimed a thinly veiled dig at Chelsea chiefs after admitting that he does not have full control over the Blues' transfer business.

Sturridge has only started five Premier League games for Liverpool this season and is in danger of missing out on England's World Cup squad.

Alvaro Morata has been ruled out of Chelsea's game against Huddersfield Town with a back injury as the Blues look to get back to winning ways.

Luke Shaw has made just three appearances this season - two in the Carabao Cup and his first only start in the Champions League.

Olivier Giroud has admitted that he could leave Arsenal in January if the right opportunity comes along as he seeks regular game time.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah became the third Egyptian after Mohamed Barakat (2005) and Mohamed Aboutrika (2008) to win the BBC African Player of the Year award.

Rajiv van La Parra could return against Chelsea having served a three-match suspension after becoming embroiled in a bust-up with Leroy Sane against Manchester City.

Yannick Bolasie took a step closer to his Everton return after he was afforded 30 minutes of action for David Unsworth's side on Monday.

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given insists Rafa Benitez needs to be supported in January - whoever is running the club.

Guendouzi has established himself as a regular starter in Ligue 2 Lorient's first-team having broken through last season.

Bale and Varane trained with the rest of Real teammates on Monday (11 December) ahead of the Fifa Club World Cup semi-final against Al Jazira.

Antonio Conte insists Chelsea pair Tiémoué Bakayoko and Danny Drinkwater just need more time to adjust to life at Stamford Bridge.

Josep Maria Bartomeu has urged Sergi Roberto to stay at Barcelona forever amid the ongoing negotiations to commit his long-term future to the club with a new deal.

Manchester United are said to have been given the green light to step up their chase of Ryan Sessegnon.Fulham could command a fee as big as £50m for the 17-year-old defender.

Valencia boss Marcelino is looking to bolster his side with fresh additions in January in a bid to sustain a push for La Liga.

Yerry Mina's uncle would like the Palmeiras centre-back to complete his proposed move to Barcelona in January but he says that the Catalans are yet to make a decision.