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Barcelona star Javier Mascherano wants to end his career at the Nou Camp on good terms after admitting his regret over how he left Liverpool to sign for La Liga giants in 2010.

The former Barcelona forward has endured a torrid time at Goodison Park since joining from Malaga in the summer.

Ibrahimovic returned to action earlier this month after spending seven months out with a ruptured knee ligament.

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez was subbed off with a hamstring complaint against Huddersfield but should be fit for Manchester United clash.

Bale felt discomfort in his leg after he came off the bench to create two goals for Borja Mayoral in the 2-2 draw against third-tier club Fuenlabrada.

Jupp Heynckes came out of retirement to take charge of Bayern until the end of the season after Carlo Ancelotti's sacking in September.

Arsene Wenger was not happy with the overall performance of Arsenal despite the Gunners recording their biggest win of the season.

Nemanja Matic was withdrawn in the second half in Manchester United's 4-2 win over Watford. Jose Mourinho confirmed the former Chelsea man has suffered an "important" injury.

Willian has made only seven starts in the Premier League under Antonio Conte this season. Manchester United and Barcelona are looking at the option of signing him in January.

Argentine international Icardi has already said he will "not answer" any phone calls from Real Madrid.

Barcelona have offered Sergi Roberto a new deal until 2022 with a €400m buyout clause but talks over a wage increase continue.

Solanke has featured sporadically for the Reds since joining from Chelsea in the summer but is prepared to bide his time under Jurgen Klopp.

Alexandre Lacazette will miss the visit of Manchester United on Saturday after the Arsenal striker suffered a groin injury during the win over Huddersfield.

The Blue Lions Ultras supporters defended their actions and said the intention was "to send a sarcastic message to the rival club".

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini missed the win over Watford with a knee injury, according to reports from Belgium.

Conte was sent to the stands by referee Neil Swarbrick for bellowing at fourth official Lee Mason after growing frustrated with Swansea's time-wasting.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has downplayed the significance of the latest injury suffered by Adam Lallana after us missed the 3-0 win over Stoke with a muscle problem.

Andy Carroll missed Wednesday's 4-0 defeat to Everton with a knee injury suffered in training, while Winston Reid appeared to damage his hamstring in the second half.

Richarlison has enjoyed a productive start to life in Hertfordshire and is reportedly attracting interest from Tottenham.

Manchester City extend their lead at the Premier League summit to eight points with a late winner over Southampton.

Real Madrid director general Jose Angel Sanchez has confirmed rumours that Tottenham did see an offer for Croatian midfielder Mateo Kovacic rejected during the summer.

Chelsea keep their rich vein of form going with a solid if not spectacular performance against the Swans.

The Gunners score three goals in four second-half minutes to confidently dispatch of Huddersfield, whose away-day blues continue at the Emirates Stadium.

Silva will extend his deal by 12 months until 2020, while Sane will be offered improved terms at the end of the season.

Newcastle's starting XI for West Brom draw on Tuesday night showed five changes, with manager Rafael Benitez eager to rotate during a hectic portion of the Premier League schedule.

Real Madrid winger Lucas Vazquez returned to training on Wednesday morning after missing the Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash with Fuenlabrada due to a muscle injury.

Ferdinand suggests Lukaku might be struggling to deal with pressure but backs the Belgian to recover his form.

Will Hughes limped out of Watford's defeat to Manchester United and is now expected to miss the weekend clash with Tottenham Hotspur.

Former winger Kanchelskis lit up Goodison Park in the mid-1990's after joining from Manchester United.