Hazard: Rivals out to kill Chelsea

Eden Hazard says Chelsea are finding life as Premier League champions challenging as "everyone wants to kill you".

Togo coach ditches Adebayor

Emmanuel Adebayor will not be selected for Togo any longer after he failed to respond to a recent call-up.

Lucas: I was close to Liverpool exit

Liverpool midfielder Lucas admits he was "very close" to leaving the club this summer but is "happy" to stay.

Thiago Silva baffled by fees

Thiago Silva has described the fees paid by Manchester clubs this summer as bordering "on the edge of madness".

Otamendi to play as right-back?

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini is reportedly considering Nicolas Otamendi as an emergency right-back this weekend.

Welbeck back in new year

Danny Welbeck is reportedly on course for a Christmas return despite Roy Hodgson's more pessimistic prediction that he would miss the next six months.

'Happy' De Gea ready to return

David de Gea is "happy" amid reports that he will return to Manchester United's starting line-up.

Wenger warns Henry about management

Arsene Wenger has warned Thierry Henry he will have to undergo a "psychological and mental transformation" if he wishes to succeed as a manager.

Bale agent rubbishes 'stupid paper talk'

Gareth Bale's agent, Jonathan Barnett, has branded speculation that the Real Madrid forward could join Manchester United as "stupid paper talk".

Terry: I'd chuck myself under a bus for Jose

John Terry has dismissed any rumours of a feud with Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, saying: "I'd chuck myself under a bus for him."

Dutch legend likens Depay to Bond villain

Netherlands legend Willem van Hanegem has likened Manchester United star Memphis Depay to a Bond villain in a stinging critique of the national side.

Romero: I was struggling to find a club

Sergio Romero has admitted he was struggling to find a new club this summer before Manchester United signed him on a free transfer.

Sissoko: Palace bigger than Newcastle

Moussa Sissoko has explained his struggles to start for France by claiming his team-mates, including Crystal Palace's Yohan Cabaye, "all play in big clubs".

Saha: Martial can be 'next Thierry Henry'

Former France striker Louis Saha believes his compatriot Anthony Martial has the attributes to become "the next Thierry Henry" at Manchester United.

Hazard: Everyone wants to kill Chelsea

Eden Hazard says Chelsea are finding life as Premier League champions so difficult because "everyone wants to kill you".

Odegaard chose Real over Reds, City & United

Martin Odegaard has revealed that he chose to join Real Madrid despite advances from Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.

Pedro: Mourinho 'helped' Chelsea decision

Chelsea new boy Pedro has defended Jose Mourinho and admits the Portuguese boss was one of the reasons he signed for the champions.

De Gea could be ready to face Liverpool

David de Gea could be available for Manchester United against Liverpool after Vicente Del Bosque revealed that the Spain goalkeeper is ready to face Macedonia on Tuesday.

Walcott: Lower-league experience crucial

Theo Walcott says England's young talent should consider dropping down the leagues in search of regular first-team football in a bid to aid their development.

Carrick doubtful for Liverpool date

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick is a doubt for Saturday's Premier League clash with Liverpool after withdrawing from the England squad.

Toivonen 'regrets' failed Liverpool move

Sunderland new boy Ola Toivonen has revealed he "regrets" he didn't "fight hard enough" to sign for Liverpool in 2010/11.

Newcastle 'vetoed' Sissoko exit

Moussa Sissoko has revealed he did ponder a summer move away from Tyneside, but says Newcastle "vetoed" any potential exit.

Can wants goals and assists

Emre Can has admitted that he needs to improve on last season's poor return of one Premier League goal and zero assists.

Pulis: Saido will play again

West Brom manager Tony Pulis expects Saido Berahino to play for the club again - but has told him to "grow up and wise up".

Benzema dismisses Arsenal transfer talk

Arsenal target Karim Benzema has rubbished speculation that he could have left Real Madrid this summer, saying he is happy in the Spanish capital.

Benteke enlists help of mental coach

Christian Benteke has undertaken training on the mental side of his game with a sports coach in order to deal with the pressure of playing for Liverpool.

Moyes backs Rooney for midfield future

David Moyes believes Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney can prolong his career by eventually dropping back into a midfield role.

Berahino expected to back down on threat

Saido Berahino will back down on his strike threat and return to action with West Brom, according to players' union boss Gordon Taylor.

Lawro: Liverpool a 'poor man's Arsenal'

Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has branded the current side as "a poor man's Arsenal", claiming they have already been "sussed out".

Man United target Bale and Ronaldo - Report

Manchester United have identified Real Madrid pair Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo as their main transfer targets for next summer, according to the Sunday Mirror.

Insigne to stay at Napoli for life - Agent

Lorenzo Insigne intends to end his career with Napoli, scuppering hopes Arsene Wenger might have had of bringing the striker to The Emirates.

Gradel out and now Mings gets season KO

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has confirmed that £8million summer signing Tyrone Mings will miss the rest of the season.

West Brom stars mock Berahino tweet

Chris Brunt, Kyle Lafferty and Gareth McAuley have appeared to mock West Brom team-mate Saido Berahino for his 'thumbs up' photo taken on a private jet.

Cole won't play for a lower-league club

Roma defender Ashley Cole will not drop down the leagues despite not being listed as a player on the club's official website.

Fergie: Discipline may have cost me titles

Sir Alex Ferguson admits his tough approach to discipline could have cost him Premier League titles during his time at Manchester United.

Martial's £21m United add-ons revealed

Manchester United new boy Anthony Martial only needs to score 25 goals in the next four seasons to trigger a £7.2m bonus payment to Monaco.

Bayern: We turned down huge Muller bid

Bayern Munich president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says the Bundesliga club turned down an extremely lucrative offer for Thomas Muller this summer.

Neville's roles are 'tricky' - Oxlade-Chamberlain

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says England coach Gary Neville's job as a pundit puts him in a "tricky situation", but admits he successfully manages to combine both roles.

Cyprus 0-1 Wales

Gareth Bale scores a late winner as Wales move to within three points of qualifying for Euro 2016 with victory in Cyprus.

Harry Kane retains confidence

England striker Harry Kane is confident he can handle the weight of expectation upon him.

Welbeck sidelined for 'a period of months'

Arsenal have confirmed that striker Danny Welbeck will be sidelined for "a period of months" after undergoing surgery on his injured knee.

Levy defends Tottenham's transfer dealings

Daniel Levy has launched a staunch defence of Spurs' transfer dealings this summer, accusing West Brom of 'disrespecting' Saido Berahino.

Man United brand De Gea reports as 'rubbish'

Manchester United have rubbished reports that David De Gea could be frozen out of the side if he refuses to sign a new contract at Old Trafford.

Hammers face FA charge

West Ham have been charged by the FA with failing to control their players following Mark Noble's dismissal at Liverpool.

Redknapp blasts 'bang average' Liverpool

Harry Redknapp has criticised the current Liverpool side, claiming they are "bang average" and are "lucky to have any points" so far this season.

Spurs fans seek explanation from club

The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters Trust has asked for a "credible explanation" from Spurs in regards to their summer transfer dealings.

Wenger 'happy' with Arsenal investment

Arsene Wenger has said he is happy with Arsenal's transfers, using Man United's signing of Anthony Martial as proof that top quality players are at a premium.

Newcastle to retain interest in Austin

Fears over Charlie Austin's fitness reportedly curtailed Newcastle's £15million interest in the QPR striker, but the club could renew the move in January.

Aaron Lennon back at Everton

Everton have completed the signing of Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon on a three-year contract.

United respond on De Gea

Manchester United have issued a response to claims from Real Madrid over the failed transfer of David de Gea.

Man United sign Newport teenager

Manchester United have signed teenage defender Regan Poole from Sky Bet League 2 club Newport County.

Watford sign Ibarbo on season-long loan

Colombia forward Victor Ibarbo has signed for Watford on a season-long loan from Roma.

Villa and Liverpool agree Ilori loan

Liverpool have reached agreement with Aston Villa for the season-long loan of defender Tiago Ilori.

Chelsea sign Reading's Hector

Chelsea have signed Reading's Michael Hector for £4m, and loaned him back for the rest of the season.

Guedioura returns to Watford

Midfielder Adlene Guedioura has returned to Watford from Crystal Palace after signing a three-year contract.

United wrap up surprise Martial deal

Manchester United have completed the surprise signing of striker Anthony Martial from Monaco for £36million on a four-year contract.

Adebayor wanted £5m pay-off

Emmanuel Adebayor wanted a £5m pay-off to leave Tottenham, who are unwilling to meet that demand.

Watford sign striker Oulare

Watford have signed 19-year-old striker Obbi Oulare on a five-year deal from Club Brugge.

Antonio 'buzzing' at West Ham move

Michail Antonio has become West Ham's fourth deadline day signing after arriving from Nottingham Forest for a fee of £6.5million.

Joleon Lescott joins Aston Villa

Joleon Lescott has joined Aston Villa from West Brom for an undisclosed fee.

Bournemouth seal £4m Murray deal

Bournemouth have signed Glenn Murray from Crystal Palace for an undisclosed fee, believed to be £4m, with the striker penning a deal to 2018.

Arsenal fans urge transfer review

The Arsenal Supporters Trust has urged the club to "open a full review into its arrangements for scouting and purchasing players".

Derby sign Bradley Johnson

Derby beat the transfer deadline to sign midfielder Bradley Johnson from Norwich.

United 'agree £29m De Gea deal with Real'

Man United have agreed the sale of David De Gea to Real Madrid, with Keylor Navas poised to move the other way in a deal valued at £29m.

Hernandez seals £7.3m Leverkusen move

Javier Hernandez has welcomed the "big opportunity" of playing for Bayer Leverkusen after they signed him for a fee of £7.3m from Man United.

Januzaj joins Dortmund on loan

Manchester United winger Adnan Januzaj has joined Borussia Dortmund on loan for the rest of the season.