Premier League

Van Gaal told the press on Friday that David de Gea will not play against Tottenham on Saturday.

Sherwood takes charge of his first full season at Villa Park.

Villa boss Tim Sherwood has not closed the door on potential switch from Spurs but admits there is a problem.

Eddie Howe says his team are ready for the challenge, and will not veer away from their attacking style.

Striker Berahino must stay at the Hawthorns if West Brom are to avoid prospect of relegation battle.

Andre Ayew's arrival on a free transfer could represent the best business of the summer.

Brendan Rodgers expects to have striker Daniel Sturridge back from injury in early September.

Arsene Wenger is keen for youngsters to go on loan and gain first-team experience.

Dembele featured in a number 10 role last season but has also been deployed on the right.

Wenger is unsure why clubs were not consulted over decision to start the season one week earlier.

Former Blues manager says Chelsea are favourites to retain their league title.

Terry believes the club's pursuit of Everton defender will help them continue to grow and succeed.

Argentine joined French champions for £44.3m on 6 August, 12 months after his club record move to United.

Louis van Gaal is keen to add more firepower to his forward line before the end of the transfer window.

Pochettino is glad to see Hugo Lloris back between the sticks despite not being ready to play 90 minutes.

Egyptian winger returns to Serie A and is set to spend the 2015-16 season on loan at the Stadio Olimpico.

Republic of Ireland midfielder was also attracting attention from Manchester City but signs on until 2020.

Right-back signed a new three-year deal earlier this week and joins five teammates in the Eredivisie.

Reports indicate that Spurs are pondering a bid for QPR striker as an alternative to the WBA hitman.

M'Vila's chequered history automatically makes him one of the Premier League's most colourful characters.

IBTimes UK sports editor Nick Howson and sports reporter Tony Mogan ponder which sides are up for the drop this year.

Club-record signing failed to settle in England and has signed a four-year deal with the French champions.

Costa missed games against Arsenal and Fiorentina after a recurrence of his hamstring problems.

Pochettino has decided to give Roberto Soldado another chance to save White Hart Lane career.

The England international is ahead of schedule in his attempts to recover after hip surgery.

Vincent Kompany and Yaya Toure among players who must rediscover their top form if City are to succeed.

Januzaj did impress Louis van Gaal during United's pre-season tour of the United States.

Louis van Gaal is keen to add players with speed and creativity ahead of new season.

Salah excelled in Italy last season while on loan at Fiorentina.

Tottenham Hotspur FC to fly back to London on Thursday before jetting up to Manchester on Friday.