Tuchel calls for return of five substitutes to ease workload on players

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has joined the growing calls for five substitutes to be allowed in the Premier League again.

Government to include online racism in football banning orders

People who post racist abuse online could be banned from attending football matches in England and Wales for up to 10 years, Priti Patel has said.

Mikel Arteta hails Bukayo Saka’s reaction to difficult summer

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was worried about Bukayo Saka after a testing summer but immediately knew his talented youngster would be fine after their first meeting before the start of this season.

Six of the best for Man City as Arsenal, Spurs cruise

Manchester City opened up a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a first half demolition of Leicester in a thrilling 6-3 win as Arsenal and Tottenham were also comfortable winners on Sunday.

Liverpool eye audacious swoop for Real Madrid starlet

Liverpool are plotting an audacious attempt to sign Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, according to reports.

Thomas Tuchel impressed by the form of Kepa Arrizabalaga

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has hailed the character and professionalism of back-up goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Juventus eye Anthony Martial – but there’s one big obstacle

Manchester United might have to subsidise Anthony Martial’s wages if they want to send him out on loan in January, according to reports.

Ralf Rangnick knows exactly how to replace ageing midfielder

Manchester United have identified Amadou Haidara as a possible long-term replacement for Nemanja Matic, according to reports.

Rangnick suggests scrapping League Cup to ease fixture congestion

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has suggested abolishing the League Cup in a bid to ease fixture congestion in English football.

Van Dijk, Fabinho, Jones rejoin Liverpool squad after isolating

Liverpool trio Virgil Van Dijk, Fabinho and Curtis Jones all rejoined the squad for training on Christmas Eve after their Covid-19 isolation came to an end.