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Gourcuff is out of contract at Lyon at the end of the season.

Liverpool had a tough time during the first half of the season but Brendan Rodgers' plans are starting to gel.

Ex-Roma doctor reveals bad news for Stootman, who has been relentlessly linked with United.

Wenger believes it would make sense to hold the Qatar World Cup in November.

Anfield legend is using his experience to boost progress of up-and-coming young striker.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger relishes the pressure his team are under in their Champions League Round of 16 first leg match on 25 February.

Former Spurs boss says Kane has been the best footballer in the league so far this season.

United's record signing looks like he wants to be anywhere but Old Trafford, leaving United facing a huge financial loss.

The Gunners host Monaco on Wednesday 25 February for the Champions League last 16 first-leg.

Andreas Pereira is keen on leaving Manchester United in order to play regular first-team football.

A Fifa task force, set up to find the best time of year to stage the tournament, meets for the third and final time in Doha on 24 February.

Vadim Vasilyev claims Louis van Gaal needs to support Radamel Falcao to regain the striker's confidence.

Former Republic of Ireland international has been assured by the FA that they will investigate.

Lampard is expecting a very tough test when Barcelona visit the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

Xabi Alonso left a huge void at Liverpool - and his departure from Real Madrid has created the same chasmic gap.

The Uruguayan international has scored four La Liga goals since his summer move from Anfield.

Fifa have also recommended the tournament to be shortened by a few days from current 32-day schedule

John Aldridge is delighted for Philippe Coutinho after the Brazilian dazzled in Liverpool's victory over Southampton.

The Catalans are yet to offer him a new deal to commit his future to the Camp Nou.

Allen believes the new 3-5-2 system employed by Brendan Rodgers has made them better than they were last season.

The Spanish international apologises to supporters after being unable to say goodbye

Mignolet has been vital to the Reds' recent improvements but new resources are still needed

James Wilson was withdrawn after 39 minutes with a dead leg, during Manchester United U21's 1-1 draw against Sunderland.

Koeman has asked United to hire someone calmer after Van Gaal's tenure at Old Trafford comes to an end.

Nemanja Matic will miss a minimum of one game even if appeal is successful ruling him out of Capital One Cup final.

Arsenal open their campaign in the Champions League against Monaco on Wednesday.

Arsene Wenger visited Highbury in 1989 en route from Galatasaray.

Louis van Gaal found himself at the receiving end of Swansea director's rebuke.

Manchester City host Barcelona at the Etihad Stadium. Find out where to watch live in the UK.