Brendan Rodgers expects to face ‘top-class’ Manchester City despite injuries
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers maintains whatever side Manchester City are able to field on Sunday will be one to test his own team’s Premier League credentials.
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Billy Sharp missing the fans as Sheffield United prepare for Yorkshire derby
Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp is frustrated by the absence of supporters from stadiums and admitted Sunday’s Yorkshire derby against Leeds will be a poorer spectacle because of the empty stands at Bramall Lane.
Joao Moutinho excited by ‘great potential’ of Wolves’ record buy Fabio Silva
Joao Moutinho has urged Wolves’ record buy Fabio Silva to express himself and is relishing looking after the club’s young stars.
Jurgen Klopp confident against Arsenal despite Mikel Arteta’s impact
Liverpool’s recent record against Arsenal may not be up to the high standards they set themselves but Jurgen Klopp sees no reason to fear the Gunners.
Riyad Mahrez targets title ahead of 200th Premier League game
Riyad Mahrez is targeting more titles as he reaches a notable career milestone against the side with whom he won his first Premier League crown this weekend.
Liam Cooper still ‘a huge part’ of Leeds, Marcelo Bielsa says
Marcelo Bielsa has insisted Leeds captain Liam Cooper “is a huge part of this club” following the arrival of Spain defender Diego Llorente.
Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus withdraws from Brazil squad with injury
Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus is facing a spell on the sidelines after withdrawing from the upcoming Brazil squad with injury.
Ralph Hasenhuttl says Saints will ‘wait for the right moment’ to sign players
Manager Ralph Hasenhuttl knows Southampton must move quickly if they are to buy some undiscovered “jewels” to help bolster the squad before the transfer window closes.
Tanguy Ndombele heading in the right direction – Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho is pleased Tanguy Ndombele made the right choice when his relationship with the Tottenham boss was at a crossroads this summer.
Andy Cole backs Manchester United stance over ‘crazy’ Jadon Sancho fee
Andy Cole feels Manchester United could do with strengthening but has stressed he sees the current asking price for Jadon Sancho as “crazy money”.
Coronavirus testing workload could see more last-minute changes – Alan Irvine
West Ham assistant Alan Irvine believes testing labs are “stretched to the limit” amid delays over Premier League clubs receiving back their results.
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson questions Andros Townsend’s regular radio slot
Roy Hodgson has questioned Andros Townsend’s decision to assume the “burden” of presenting a regular radio breakfast show at a time when his Premier League career is still in full swing.
Brendan Rodgers plotting new Leicester deal for Jonny Evans
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers hopes to soon tie up veteran Jonny Evans on a new contract.
Frank Lampard says Edouard Mendy will have to earn Chelsea number one spot
Frank Lampard has insisted new recruit Edouard Mendy will have to earn first-choice goalkeeper status at Chelsea.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keen for Manchester United midfield to score more goals
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants more goals from his Manchester United midfield and defence to take the pressure off Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood.
John Egan and Lys Mousset missing for Sheffield United
Sheffield United will be without the suspended John Egan and injured Lys Mousset when Leeds visit Bramall Lane in the Yorkshire derby on Sunday.
Yves Bissouma ruled out for Brighton by suspension
Brighton boss Graham Potter will be forced into a midfield change for Saturday’s visit of Manchester United as Yves Bissouma is banned following his red card at Newcastle.
Captain Mark Noble set to return for West Ham against Wolves
Captain Mark Noble will provide West Ham with a boost when Wolves visit in the Premier League on Sunday.
Ashley Westwood signs new Burnley deal
Burnley midfielder Ashley Westwood has signed a new three-year contract.
Leicester make offer for Burnley defender James Tarkowski
Leicester have launched a £30million bid for Burnley’s James Tarkowski.
Premier League bosses call for support for smaller clubs as coronavirus bites
Premier League managers have come together to call for support to help lower-league clubs through the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
We had no intention to let Joelinton leave Newcastle this summer – Steve Bruce
Steve Bruce has insisted he never considered allowing Newcastle’s struggling £40million record signing Joelinton to leave the club this summer.
Brighton boss Graham Potter says Manchester United still a Premier League force
Brighton boss Graham Potter has backed Manchester United to bounce back from their shock defeat to Crystal Palace and become “a force for the Premier League”.
Christian Benteke in line for Crystal Palace comeback
Christian Benteke could come back into the reckoning as Crystal Palace aim to extend their 100 per cent start to the season against Everton on Saturday.
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa: I’d be willing to learn from Chris Wilder
Marcelo Bielsa has expressed his full admiration for the work of Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder.
Jordan Henderson out of Arsenal clash
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson will miss Monday’s visit of Arsenal as he has not fully recovered from the knock which forced him off at half-time of Sunday’s win at Chelsea.
Carlo Ancelotti: James Rodriguez is so good, even I could score playing with him
Sixty-one-year-old Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has joked even he could score goals playing in front of James Rodriguez.
Manchester City struggling with lengthy injury list ahead of Leicester clash
Manchester City have a lengthy list of absentees ahead of Sunday’s Premier League visit of Leicester.
Chelsea will handle Christian Pulisic with care – Frank Lampard
Frank Lampard has insisted Chelsea cannot afford to “overcook” speed king Christian Pulisic this season.
Fulham cannot afford to get sucked into downward spiral – Scott Parker
Fulham manager Scott Parker insisted his side cannot dwell on defeats in the Premier League as they prepare to play Aston Villa on Monday in search of their first point this season.