Premier League

Zlatan Ibrahimovic will return to Manchester United's Carrington training base by the end of the month as he steps up his recovery from injury.

Thibaut Cortous doesn't plan to sign a new deal at Chelsea at this time as as he awaits a potential call from Real Madrid.

Eric Bailly has been partnering Phil Jones in the heart of Manchester United's defence in the Premier League.

Chilean will be allowed to leave the Emirates for free at the end of the season, with PSG and Manchester City vying for his signature.

Coutinho and Firmino will be making a 6,000-mile trip from Brazil to reach 48 hours prior to Liverpool's clash against Manchester United.

Manchester United are closely following Napoli star Dries Mertens who Antonio Conte was keen to sign for Chelsea during the summer.

Aaron Ramsey praised Alexandre Lacazette's all-round qualities as a striker following the Frenchman's strong start to his Arsenal career.

Klopp has come under pressure at Anfield after a poor run of form that has included just one win in the last seven matches.

Thomas Meunier claims Chelsea star Eden Hazard can play for Spanish giants Real Madrid or Barcelona after suggesting he is of the same level as PSG teammate Neymar.

Alderweireld, 28, says he is only focused on his football ahead of Belgium's World Cup qualifier against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Phil Jones was withdrawn from England squad for the Three Lions World Cup qualifiers. He is likely to partner Eric Bailly in the heart of the back four against Liverpool.

Romelu Lukaku has been training away from the rest of the Belgium squad owing to his struggles with an ankle injury.

Former Chelsea defender Alex says his old teammate should consider leaving PSG in January - and sees Arsenal as his ideal next destination.

Mesut Ozil and Jose Mourinho have a wild history from their days together at Real Madrid but the manager is reportedly keen to bring the playmaker to Manchester United.

Ivory Coast international likely to be in contention for London derby after stepping up his recovery from a knee injury suffered on the opening day.

Anthony Martial drew comparisons with Thierry Henry when he joined Manchester United from AS Monaco in 2015.

Former Spurs boss does not believe prolific striker will want to leave north London in a hurry, provided his contract reflects his growing stature.

Former goalkeeper travelled to Merseyside and spoke to Gerard Houllier before eventually deciding to swap Ajax for Juventus in 1999.

Former Gunners stalwart says Ozil has "downed tools" and believes Arsene Wenger would be right to look to offload contract rebel in January.

Former Manchester United manager David Moyes was keen on bringing Toni Kroos to Old Trafford. The German midfielder rejected the Red Devils and made a switch to Real Madrid.

Belgium boss Roberto Martinez says it will be "difficult" for Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku to feature against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Saturday.

Liverpool have only won one of their last seven matches in all competitions and face Manchester United at Anfield on 14 October.

Lindelof, 23, is yet to make his Premier League debut for United after his summer arrival from Benfica.

Matteo Darmian has started just one Premier League game this season but the Italy international is determined to fight his way back into contention at Old Trafford.

Valencia was used in just four of United's last 10 games last season in order to keep him fit for their Europa League final against Ajax.

The Brazilian completed a move to Shanghai SIPG from Chelsea in a £60m deal in January 2017.

Firmino is contracted to Liverpool until the summer of 2020 but will be offered new terms to fend off interest from other clubs.

Fernandinho remains confident Manchester City have the financial muscle in signing both Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona's Lionel Messi.

Kane has started the season in brilliant form with Tottenham scoring 33 goals in all competitions.

PSG midfielder Adrien Rabiot has expressed his desire to make a switch to the Premier League in the future. Arsenal have long maintained their interest in the France international.