Ben Knapton
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Trent Alexander-Arnold replacements: Four players Liverpool could sign to succeed Real Madrid-bound right-back
Sports Mole looks at four players who could replace Trent Alexander-Arnold at Liverpool ahead of his expected transfer to Real Madrid.
15:27
Riccardo Calafiori injury: Arsenal's transfer mistakes exposed following "big setback" for Mikel Arteta
Arsenal expert Charles Watts concedes that Riccardo Calafiori may be "susceptible" to frequent injuries following his latest blow on international duty with Italy.
14:29
Jan Vertonghen's legacy analysed as former Tottenham defender confirms imminent retirement from football
Former Tottenham Hotspur and current Anderlecht defender Jan Vertonghen confirms that he will be retiring from football at the end of the season.
13:34
England Women announce 25-strong Nations League squad as Sarina Wiegman calls up new uncapped player
England Women's head coach Sarina Wiegman confirms a 25-player squad for April's UEFA Nations League fixtures against Belgium.
12:22
Man United transfer news: Frenkie de Jong 'makes Barcelona contract decision' after £55m 'rejection'
Barcelona and Frenkie de Jong reportedly enter talks over a new contract after the Dutchman decided that he wanted to stay at Camp Nou.
08:59
Arsenal, Barcelona receive Jonathan David transfer boost as Lille striker delivers fresh update on future
Lille striker Jonathan David once again comments on his future amid talk of a potential free transfer to either Manchester United, Arsenal or Tottenham Hotspur.
08:35
Arne Slot 'in direct contact' with Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold replacement after Real Madrid 'agreement'
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is apparently in direct contact with Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold's expected move to Real Madrid.
08:15
Miami Open: Emma Raducanu emulates US Open run with Amanda Anisimova annihilation
Great Britain's Emma Raducanu lays down a huge marker at the Miami Open as she thrashes Amanda Anisimova to stroll into the quarter-finals.
20:50
England lineup to face Latvia confirmed as Thomas Tuchel makes four changes to starting XI
England head coach Thomas Tuchel makes four changes to his starting lineup for Monday's World Cup 2026 Qualifying clash with Latvia.
Mar 24, 18:39
Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly receives Ashley Cole comparison verdict after record-breaking England debut
It is 'impossible not to feel' that Myles Lewis-Skelly could be Arsenal's new Ashley Cole, but comparisons are premature, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole
Mar 24, 15:41
Thomas Tuchel 'makes three squad changes' for England-Latvia clash as Liverpool man returns
Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento is reportedly left out of the England squad for Monday's World Cup 2026 qualifier with Latvia at Wembley.
Mar 24, 12:16
Thomas Tuchel's England out to avoid unwanted 66-year first in Latvia World Cup 2026 qualifier
England will be aiming to avoid suffering an unwanted 66-year first when they square off with Latvia in Monday's World Cup 2026 qualifier at Wembley.
Mar 24, 08:51
France 2-0 Croatia (a.e.t, 5-4 pens): Highlights, man of the match, stats from dramatic Nations League quarter-final
France are through to the UEFA Nations League semi-finals thanks to a 5-4 penalty-shootout win over Croatia following a 2-2 aggregate draw at the Stade de France.
Mar 23, 22:46
Tottenham could bank £81.7m by selling five unwanted players in summer transfer window
Tottenham Hotspur could bank £81.7m by selling five unwanted players in the summer transfer window, including Richarlison and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
Mar 23, 17:41
Preview: Montenegro vs. Faroe Islands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Montenegro and Faroe Islands, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 23, 15:25
Man City rivalling Liverpool for 'next Ousmane Dembele' as six-team transfer battle materialises
Liverpool and Manchester City are reportedly involved in a six-team battle to sign 15-year-old Johan Martinez, who has been likened to Ousmane Dembele.
Mar 23, 13:04
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'preparing £63.2m offer' for Serie A attacker wanted by Liverpool
Chelsea and Liverpool are allegedly prepared to offer as much as €75m (£63.2m) to sign a prolific Serie A attacker and Europa League hero in the summer transfer window.
Mar 23, 12:41
Kevin De Bruyne transfer talks confirmed as Man City star suffers £400,000 setback
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has held talks with MLS outfit San Diego FC ahead of the expiry of his Citizens contract at the end of the season.
Mar 23, 12:18
Preview: Gibraltar vs. Czech Republic - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Gibraltar and Czech Republic, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 23, 11:28
England 22-year-old could make full debut against Latvia as Anthony Gordon withdraws from Thomas Tuchel's squad
England announce that Anthony Gordon has withdrawn from the Three Lions' camp ahead of Monday's clash with Latvia due to injury.
Mar 23, 10:49
Preview: Israel vs. Norway - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Israel and Norway, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 23, 10:28
Preview: Moldova vs. Estonia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Moldova and Estonia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 23, 09:49
Liverpool 'send scouts' to watch £16.8m La Liga defender ahead of Andy Robertson 'talks'
Liverpool are reportedly locked in a two-way battle with Aston Villa to sign a potential Andy Robertson replacement in the summer transfer window.
Mar 23, 08:27
Liverpool transfer news: Luis Diaz 'will not hesitate' to leave for one club this summer
Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz will supposedly 'not hesitate' to leave Anfield if one particular club makes a firm move for him in the summer transfer window.
Mar 23, 08:07
Man United's Andre Onana transfer 'plan' emerges as Ruben Amorim faces double Man City battle
Manchester United are hoping to offload under-performing goalkeeper Andre Onana to one of the financial powerhouses of Saudi Arabia this summer, according to a report.
Mar 23, 07:46
Sunday's Nations League predictions including Spain vs. Netherlands
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Nations League fixtures, including Spain vs. Netherlands.
Mar 23, 06:00
Liverpool could raise over £200m by selling eight players in summer transfer window
Liverpool could pocket just over £200m by selling eight players in the summer transfer window, including attacking duo Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez.
Mar 22, 21:58
Jack Draper's Miami Open run ends following incredible fan disruption in Jakub Mensik defeat
British number one Jack Draper exits the Miami Open by virtue of a straight-sets defeat to Jakub Mensik in a disrupted second-round contest.
Mar 22, 21:19
Tottenham transfer news: Spurs 'in three-team battle' for Championship midfielder as Ange Postecoglou ace revealed
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly among three Premier League teams to take an interest in signing Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney this summer.
Mar 22, 18:25
Liverpool 'given green light' to sign Ligue 1 assist king and possible Mohamed Salah replacement
Liverpool reportedly receive a significant boost in their efforts to sign Rayan Cherki, whom Lyon have decided to sell in the summer transfer window.
Mar 22, 18:06
Ruben Amorim 'makes final decision' on Marcus Rashford future as Man United plot £60m talks
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim reportedly makes a final decision on whether he plans to re-integrate Marcus Rashford into his squad this summer.
Mar 22, 17:44
Arsenal could raise £112.8m by selling eight players in summer transfer window
Arsenal could raise over £100m by selling eight players during the summer transfer window, including the likes of Fabio Vieira and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
Mar 22, 15:37
Chelsea transfer news: Blues could repeat AC Milan trick as £29.5m 'priority' revealed
Chelsea attacker Noni Madueke apparently catches the eye of Italian giants AC Milan, who took Joao Felix off of the Blues' hands for the rest of the 2024-25 season.
Mar 22, 12:51
Tottenham 'contemplating' £50m midfielder transfer as Ange Postecoglou identifies Yves Bissouma replacement
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly weighing up a move for one of Wolverhampton Wanderers' key midfielders, who could cost in the region of £50m this summer.
Mar 22, 12:29
Alisson Becker issues injury update as Liverpool goalkeeper shares Instagram photo after Brazil withdrawal
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker delivers an update on his head injury after the 32-year-old was forced to withdraw from the Brazil squad earlier this week.
Mar 22, 12:09
Ben White: Arsenal defender tipped for Real Madrid Champions League start as England future discussed
Arsenal's Ben White will likely be a shoo-in for the next England squad and should be considered for a start against Real Madrid, Gunners expert Charles Watts claims.
Mar 22, 11:22
England lineup vs. Latvia: Predicted XI for World Cup qualifier as Thomas Tuchel rings changes
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how England could line up for Monday's World Cup 2026 Qualifying Group K match with Latvia.
Mar 22, 10:57
Preview: England vs. Latvia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between England and Latvia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 22, 10:48
How every England manager has fared in their first game after Thomas Tuchel Albania victory
Following Thomas Tuchel's first game as England manager, Sports Mole looks at how previous Three Lions bosses have fared in their opening games.
Mar 22, 10:09
