Lampard sweating over the fitness of Werner

Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard hopes Timo Werner is fit to face Liverpool after suffering a dead leg, while Christian Pulisic has had a setback.

Oscar claims Luiz, Willian want him at Arsenal

Former Chelsea star Oscar claims his ex-Stamford Bridge teammates David Luiz and Willian have been urging him to make a move to Arsenal.

Bale ‘wouldn’t walk into the team’ of EPL big six, claims Shearer

Gareth Bale would struggle to find a place in one of the Premier League’s top six teams, ex-England striker Alan Shearer says.

James had me off my seat! – Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says that Reece James’ goal on Monday had him ‘off [his] seat’ as the defender stood out while the new-look Blues secured a season-opening victory.

Elneny needed little bit of belief – Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed a discussion with Mohamed Elneny to give him confidence and assure him of a place in his team.

Havertz opening-night struggles give Lampard food for thought at Chelsea

All eyes were on Chelsea and the debuts of Germany international duo Timo Werner and Kai Havertz. While one had a bright Premier League introduction at Brighton on Monday night, the other struggled.

Our philosophy is to enhance careers – TTM chairman after Gordinho’s European move

After defender Lorenzo Gordinho opted to sign with Danish First Division club Viborg FF instead of moving locations with Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila, the club have praised the move saying their philosophy is to ensure they enhance their players’ careers by supporting them in their endeavours to challenge themselves overseas.

Mosimane: We have to offload players

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane admits he will be forced to offload several players from his squad following the recent spending spree at the club.

Amrouche: I rejected Chiefs but maybe now the timing is right

Algerian coach Adel Amrouche has revealed that he rejected the chance to manage Kaizer Chiefs in the past but is now open to joining the club and will head to Johannesburg to continue talks to replace Ernst Middendorp as head coach.

Chelsea signings make debut in win over Brighton

Timo Werner won a penalty on his Chelsea debut as second-half goals from Reece James and Kurt Zouma ensured they began the Premier League season with a 3-1 win at Brighton and Hove Albion.