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| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 5 | Aston Villa | 36 | 4 | 59 |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 36 | 4 | 55 |
| 7 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | 10 | 53 |
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Liverpool transfer news: 'Major changes' planned at Anfield as six Premier League attackers targeted
Liverpool allegedly identify six Premier League attackers who they may try to sign during the summer transfer window.17:45
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Xabi Alonso latest: 'Initial contacts' made as Chelsea identify Premier League alternative despite Liverpool links remaining
Chelsea reportedly make initial contact with Xabi Alonso despite his links to Liverpool, but they are also said to have another manager on their shortlist.16:34
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Bournemouth transfer news: Rayan, Alex Scott, Kroupi... The Cherries' plan for their prized gems
Brazilian wonderkid Rayan is keen to remain at Bournemouth despite expected big-club interest, as the Cherries eye a sixth-place finish and Europa League football next season.08:53
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Chelsea next manager: Xabi Alonso, Marco Silva on Blues' summer shortlist?
Chelsea are reportedly considering Xabi Alonso, Marco Silva and Andoni Iraola as potential managerial appointments ahead of the summer.May 11, 16:18
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Saturday's Premier League results and roundup: Man United strengthen grip on third, as Bournemouth, Brighton boost Champions League hopes
Sports Mole rounds up the results from the 3pm kickoffs in the Premier League, as Brighton & Hove Albion and Bournemouth both pick up wins, while Manchester United draw with Sunderland.May 9, 17:11
Chelsea live to regret £24.7m transfer failure as Bournemouth star sets new Premier League record
Bournemouth set a new unique Premier League record thanks to Rayan's stunning goal in their clash with Fulham at Craven Cottage.May 9, 17:08
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Man City handed early boost for Bournemouth clash as Andoni Iraola decision backfires 'horrendously'
Manchester City receive an early boost for their Premier League clash with Bournemouth on May 19, as Andoni Iraola's decision backfires following a "horrendous" decision.May 9, 16:29
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Next Chelsea manager: Blues suffer Andoni Iraola blow as Premier League club make Bournemouth boss 'top candidate'
Chelsea allegedly suffer a blow in their search for a new manager with Andoni Iraola becoming a 'top candidate' at another top Premier League club.May 9, 10:06
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Saturday's Premier League predictions and previews including Man City vs. Brentford
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for Saturday's Premier League fixtures, including Manchester City's clash with Brentford.May 9, 00:05
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Team News: Fulham vs. Bournemouth injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
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Bournemouth drop Alex Jimenez for Fulham clash as club launch investigation into social media posts
Bournemouth drop Alex Jimenez for Saturday's Premier League clash with Fulham as the club launches an investigation over social media posts.May 8, 13:55
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All-time Premier League Manager of the Month list: Where does Man City’s Pep Guardiola rank after winning April award?
Pep Guardiola is named Premier League Manager of the Month for April, but where does the Manchester City boss rank on the all-time list?May 8, 12:20
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Fulham vs. Bournemouth: Head-to-head record and past meetings before Premier League fixture
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Bournemouth and Fulham.May 7, 08:24
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Bournemouth lineup vs. Fulham: Predicted XI for Premier League fixture as Eli Junior Kroupi chases record
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Bournemouth could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Fulham.May 7, 07:20
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Fulham lineup vs. Bournemouth: Predicted XI for Premier League fixture as Emile Smith Rowe dropped
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Fulham could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.May 7, 07:10
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Preview:Fulham vs Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
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Sports Mole lists the all-time leading goalscorers of the Premier League era, including all 35 players to have reached at least 100 goals in the competition.May 5, 17:54
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Man City transfer news: Barcelona 'extensively-tracking' forward linked with Etihad Stadium switch
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