Premier League

Leon Goretzka claims he is in the "final phase" of the decision-making process as Manchester United compete with the likes of Barcelona and Arsenal to sign the Schalke midfielder.

Valencia are reportedly interested in pursuing a loan deal for Sandro, who has toiled since moving to Goodison Park.

New Everton manager Sam Allardyce is planning to employ a sports psychologist at Goodison Park, while reports suggest he is also interested in West Brom defender Jonny Evans.

Richarlison's start to Premier League life has helped gain many admirers, with Tottenham said to be interested in his services.

Arsenal suffered a home defeat against Manchester United over the weekend to fall 15 points behind Premier League leaders Manchester City.

Ozil is in the final knockings of his contract at Arsenal and is widely expected to leave at the end of the season.

Mislintat, who arrived from Borussia Dortmund, has taken up the role vacated by long-time head of scouting Steve Rowley.

United's 3-1 win against Arsenal was their first away win against top-six opposition under Jose Mourinho in eight attempts.

Everton are in dire need of fresh blood in attack but have surprisingly scored the same number of league goals as they did this time last season.

Joel Matip will remain absent for Liverpool's Champions League meeting with Spartak Moscow, yet reports that he is set to miss the entire festive period could be wide of the mark.

Antonio Valencia and Jesse Lingard gave a 2-0 advantage to United inside 11 minutes after mistakes by Koscielny and Mustafi.

While Antonio Conte is hopeful of Eden Hazard signing a new contract for Chelsea, he believes the Belgian star has room for improvement as he approaches the peak of his career.

Pogba was sent off in the 74th minute of United's 3-1 win over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium after he mistimed a tackle on Hector Bellerin.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admits Manchester United will have an advantage in the air when the two meet next Sunday.

Former Chelsea midfielder and assistant manager Ray Wilkins believes Antonio Conte needs another striker in his squad.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of France youth international Aliou Traore, a graduate of Paris Saint-Germain.

Everton boss Sam Allardyce wants to keep Ross Barkley at the club but believes an agreement over a move elsewhere may have already been struck.

Red Devils will make a fresh approach for the Wales international next summer, according to reports.

The Frenchman was sent off in the 74th minute of the game for a two-footed stamp on Hector Bellerin.

Egypt head coach Hector Cuper has confirmed that La Liga champions Real Madrid are interested in the services of Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.

Liverpool have already wrapped up the signing of Virgil van Dijk for £75m, a world record transfer fee for a defender.

An Antonio Valencia strike and a Jesse Lingard brace ended Arsenal's perfect record at the Emirates this season.

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard also thinks Welbeck made the wrong decision by getting to his feet.

Arsene Wenger admits he was "angry and disappointed" after Arsenal lost 3-1 to Manchester United despite producing an "excellent performance".

Manchester United star Paul Pogba will miss the upcoming derby against Manchester City after being sent off during the Red Devil's 3-1 victory over Arsenal on Saturday, 2 December.

Philippe Coutinho and Daniel Sturridge are the ones who have been linked with a transfer out of the club.

Mahrez's representatives were in touch with Dick Law while he himself had spoken to Arsene Wenger and was convinced of the suitability.

Arsene Wenger has already admitted it would be possible to cash in on both Ozil and Sanchez on a free transfer in the January transfer window.

Joel Matip has been ruled out until the New Year after the defender's thigh injury turned out to be worse than first feared.

Liverpool have been adamant in their decision to keep the midfielder, rejecting three bids for the Brazil international last summer.