Premier League

West Ham readying offer to 169-goal striker after Graham Potter request

West Ham United are ready to offer a prolific striker the chance to join them, with new manager Graham Potter "clear" he wants the forward.

Erling Haaland signs extraordinary new Man City contract until 2034 as 'exit clauses removed'

Erling Haaland signs extraordinary new Man City contract until 2034 as 'exit clauses removed' - Nine-and-a-half-year mega-deal is said to be among the most lucrative in sporting history

Man City Transfer News: Pep Guardiola splashes the cash - Erling Haaland & Omar Marmoush to be paid a fortune

Manchester City are splashing eye-watering sums this January.

Owen Hargreaves blasts mad Manchester United transfer decision after Southampton win

Australian Open: Time to stop the idiots trying to ruin a great tournament

Novak Djokovic gives his verdict on Danielle Collins after she taunts Australian Open fans.

Man Utd Transfer News: Ruben Amorim responds as Antony moves closer to Red Devils exit

One club are very 'active' in pursuit of the Manchester United flop.

Tennis-Tien the youngest man into Australian Open last 16 since Nadal

By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE (Reuters) - American qualifier Learner Tien became the youngest man to reach the Australian Open fourth round in 20 years as he beat an ailing Corentin Moutet 7-6(10) 6-3 6-3 on Saturday, continuing the teenager's fairytale run at Melbourne Park. Less than two months after his 19th birthday, world number 121 Tien already had the more experienced Moutet's measure before

Denis Law: the balletic superstar who scored with an extrovert’s flourish

Whoever first described football as the working man’s ballet (it may have been Tony Waddington, the long-serving Stoke City manager), they were surely thinking of Denis Law, whose balance and agility inside an opposition penalty area would have brought a cheer from Nijinsky or Baryshnikov. Even on the sort of gloomy midwinter day when an English football stadium could seem, in the pre-modern era, to be a dark and glowering place, Law shone...

Home Of The Masters 'In Spectacular Condition' Just Months After Hurricane Helene Damage - Fred Ridley

The Masters chairman, Fred Ridley shared a positive update on the state of Augusta National Golf Club following damage by Hurricane Helene last year

Tao Geoghegan Hart wants to win again but is taking 2025 one race at a time

'The day I broke my leg, I was 100% sure I was going to fight for the GC in that Grand Tour and that's something that's super inspiring to me' says Lidl-Trek rider

Re-energised Arsenal find solution from within as Renée Slegers appointed

Sometimes, the grass is greenest in your own back garden. That may be a little cliched but it is the reality of Arsenal’s managerial hunt. The club have been at pains to stress how thorough a process they have gone through in their search for a successor to Jonas Eidevall before settling on his assistant Renée Slegers. There is little need to be anxious about it being suggested that Arsenal may have been lax in their search because, for anyone...

Gladiators referee Mark Clattenburg: ‘You have to keep their egos in check’

Fifa-turned-television referee Mark Clattenburg is now best known for bawling, “Conten­der, ready? Gladiator, ready?” as the contestants and their opponents on the BBC’s 2024 reboot of the 1990s ITV game show lift their ­giant Q-tips and attempt to pummel each other off 8ft-high podiums. But on the day we talk, the 49-year-old has a terrible sore t...

Djokovic overcomes sickness in brutal defeat of Machac at Australian Open

What doesn’t kill Novak Djokovic makes him stronger. On Friday night it was not only a dangerous opponent but also a stomach bug that left him green and calling for the doctor. The Serb even felt the electronic line calling system was against him. But the march of Melbourne Park’s most persecuted continues towards a 25th grand slam title after he dispatched the 26th seed, Tomas Machac, 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 in 142 minutes. He had surprisingly dropped a...

Chelsea in pole position to sign £11m forward with January talks ongoing

Chelsea are believed to be the favourites to sign a "creative" forward for manager Enzo Maresca, with talks currently ongoing for his services.

Chelsea agree first transfer deal of January window as winger joins Premier League rivals

Chelsea agree first transfer deal of January window as winger joins Premier League rivals - Blues agree sale of academy graduate amid reported talks with Borussia Dortmund over Renato Veiga

Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Chelsea swap LATEST, Zirkzee Man Utd TRUTH, ANOTHER Man City deal

Fabrizio Romano has provided some massive updates on the biggest transfer stories from around Europe.

Where are they now? Mohamed Salah’s three ‘dream’ team-mates from 2023

Salah has only chosen the best.

Glasgow, Scotland, the Lions? The unstoppable rise of ‘Huwipulotu’ duo

There will be talk over the next week or two, as there usually is in the buildup to any Six Nations these days, of the possibility of a first Scotland title since five became six at the start of the millennium. The weary will roll their eyes, so familiar is the pang of yet more Scottish disappointment, but if this time, seriously, a title really, really is on the cards, the reason might be found in midfield. The Scotland centre pairing is so...

Soccer-Manchester United and Scotland great Law dies at 84

(Reuters) -Former Manchester United and Scotland forward Denis Law has died at the age of 84, the Premier League club said on Friday. "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace," a family statement shared by United said. "We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care,

Tottenham: Ange Postecoglou reveals latest on new signings amid Randal Kolo Muani admission

Tottenham: Ange Postecoglou reveals latest on new signings amid Randal Kolo Muani admission - Postecoglou not frustrated by pace of club’s transfer business so far but reiterates need for reinforcements

Man City in contact to sign £50m star for Pep, but he wants Liverpool move

Manchester City have been in contact with a £50m Premier League star, however, he wants to join rivals Liverpool instead.

Scotland’s finest: Denis Law never forgot his country and it always revered him

15 April 1967 is a date implanted in the mind of any Scotland supporter who wants to declare their team unofficial world champions. The 3-2 victory over Alf Ramsey’s all-conquering England at Wembley is about as good as it has ever got. Denis Law had already missed a sitter from Willie Wallace’s cross by the time he put the visitors in front. Jim Baxter roamed from midfield, Wallace fired towards goal and, following brief ping-pong inside the...

Tennis-Swiatek humbles Raducanu to reach fourth round

By Nick Mulvenney MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Second seed Iga Swiatek charged into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-1 6-0 humbling of Emma Raducanu in a meeting of former U.S. Open champions at a sunny Melbourne Park on Saturday. Polish number one Swiatek targeted Raducanu's backhand and feasted on the Briton's second serve to win the last 11 games of the contest and reach the last 16

Oliver Glasner drops fresh Crystal Palace transfer hint after Trevoh Chalobah saga

Oliver Glasner drops fresh Crystal Palace transfer hint after Trevoh Chalobah saga - Eagles boss confirms plans after losing defender to Chelsea

Liverpool Transfer News: Mohamed Salah contract with Al-Hilal '99% agreed'

Liverpool megastar Mohamed Salah is on the verge of penning a monumental contract.

Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins’ approach to dealing with boisterous fans

Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins’ approach to dealing with boisterous fans - Collins has received mixed reactions for her confrontational response after beating Destanee Aiava

Marco Silva deals West Ham transfer blow as Fulham boss confirms Rodrigo Muniz latest

Marco Silva deals West Ham transfer blow as Fulham boss confirms Rodrigo Muniz latest - Cottagers boss confident Brazilian forward will remain at Craven Cottage

Denis Law played beautifully in an era of heavy balls, muddy pitches and vicious defenders

Denis Law was one of the greatest British footballers of all-time, arguably Scotland’s finest ever player, and a man whose very name conjured notions of skill, flair and toughness. Born during the privations of the Second World War, he went on to be one of the great figures in the vibrant, successful British game of the 1960s. Law, who died on Frid...

Erling Haaland’s record Manchester City deal to 2034 leaves Guardiola stunned

Pep Guardiola was so stunned when learning the length of Erling Haaland’s record new nine-and-a-half-year contract that he asked Txiki Begiristain, Manchester City’s sporting director, to repeat himself. The 24-year-old’s fresh terms tie him to the champions until 2034 and will earn him a basic salary of about £500,000 a week. It is the longest agreed by a player in domestic competition. Guardiola does not get involved in contract negotiations...

Saturday briefing: Football mourns Denis Law as Erling Haaland signs mega deal

Saturday briefing: Football mourns Denis Law as Erling Haaland signs mega deal - Law died at the age of 84 while Haaland signed a nine-and-half-year contract with Man City.

Players who scored from inside their own half

It's one of the most spectacular sights in football

After Marmoush: Man City preparing bid for £55m star who'd revive Grealish

Man City could be set to make another signing this month

World champion Luke Littler beaten by Gerwyn Price at Bahrain Masters

World champion Luke Littler beaten by Gerwyn Price at Bahrain Masters - The 17-year-old was playing in his first tournament since claiming his maiden world title.

Tennis-Lucky loser Lys enjoying 'life-changing' run at Australian Open

By Shrivathsa Sridhar MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Had it not been for Anna Kalinskaya's last-minute withdrawal at the Australian Open, Eva Lys would probably be on the road to her next tournament after losing in the third round of the qualifying event at Melbourne Park. Instead, the German "lucky loser" is now looking forward to a fourth-round meeting with second seed Iga Swiatek at the year's first

Tottenham get injury boost for Everton clash as Ange Postecoglou confirms defender return

Tottenham get injury boost for Everton clash as Ange Postecoglou confirms defender return - Spurs injury crisis slowly easing ahead of crunch period for Postecoglou

6 superstars who have kicked off 2025 in Ballon d’Or worthy form: Isak, Yamal…

Starting the year with a bang.

Liverpool target Alphonso Davies close to contract agreement

This star player's expiring contract has been attracting the Reds' interest.

Verstappen comments resurface after shock £1bn Aston Martin rumours

Could Aston Martin beat Mercedes to the signing of Max Verstappen?

FA Cup: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool and Tottenham new dates revealed as fourth round TV schedule is announced

FA Cup: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool and Tottenham new dates revealed as fourth round TV schedule is announced - Some intriguing ties will take place in the fourth round of the FA Cup

Arsenal willing to make striker 2nd most expensive signing after Declan Rice

Arsenal are willing to shell out a fee to make one striker their second most expensive ever signing behind midfielder Declan Rice.

Brian O’Driscoll picks his British and Irish Lions 13 to play alongside nailed on Scotland star Sione Tuipulotu

Brian O'Driscoll has predicted who will don the 13 jersey for the British and Irish Lions.

Alexander Isak transfer news: Newcastle INCREASE asking price amid Arsenal links

Newcastle United have reportedly increased their asking price for Arsenal target Alexander Isak.

Tennis-Australian Open journey over but Raducanu glad to be fit again

By Shrivathsa Sridhar MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Emma Raducanu suffered a chastening 6-1 6-0 defeat by Iga Swiatek in the Australian Open third round on Saturday but the Briton said she was grateful to be fully fit and playing at a high level again after overcoming a succession of injuries. Raducanu has not been able to kick on from her U.S. Open win in 2021 due to her fitness issues, and the 22-

Emma Raducanu exits Australian Open after defeat to ruthless Iga Swiatek

Over the past few years of professional tennis, the sight of Iga Swiatek annihilating another poor, defenceless opponent has become as sure as the sun will rise. When Swiatek’s game is flowing and her mind is clear, the combined quality of her violent ball-striking, athleticism and unrelenting focus is so great that, at some point or another, she has rendered nearly all of the best players in the world spectators in their own matches. On...

Kyren Wilson edges out Luca Brecel to set up Judd Trump semi-final at Masters

Kyren Wilson edges out Luca Brecel to set up Judd Trump semi-final at Masters - Shaun Murphy will play fellow former champion Mark Allen in the other last-four tie.

Sparks Flying And Hastings In Battle As Play Suspended At Latin America Amateur Championship

Patrick Sparks of Peru, Segundo Oliva Pinto of Argentina and Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands lead the Latin America Amateur Championship at the Pilar Golf Club in Buenos Aires.

Mo Salah transfer '99 percent' done and van Dijk 'very close' as Saudis jet in

This could be the end for Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk at Anfield

Julian White: ‘Other farmers think I’m a multi-millionaire because of rugby, but I’m nowhere near’

As the sun glistens off the January frost, 90 cows huddle for warmth in a Leicestershire barn. Each cow weighs almost a tonne but the South Devon breed is a docile one, with names like Patience and Fidget. Just as well, given the man rearing them made his name as one of the toughest props this country has ever produced. This is Crabtree Farm, owned...

Former Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha closing in on MLS move

Former Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha closing in on MLS move - Forward set to move to US on loan deal from Galatasaray after disappointing spell with Lyon

Lewis Hamilton ‘back in the game’ as ‘beautiful’ message catches Ferrari eyes

Lewis Hamilton starts work at Ferrari on Monday.