Matthew Jones
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England manager Gareth Southgate nominated for FIFA Coach of the Year
England boss Gareth Southgate is on the shortlist for the FIFA Coach of the Year award, following his success at the World Cup in Russia.
Jul 24, 13:46
Stoke City complete £12m signing of Tom Ince from Huddersfield Town
Stoke City complete £12m signing of Tom Ince from Huddersfield Town.
Jul 24, 13:23
El Clasico to take place on October 28 as full La Liga fixtures are announced
The first El Clasico of next season will take place at Camp Nou on October 28, as Barcelona look to defend their La Liga title.
Jul 24, 13:21
Tony Bellew: 'Alisson Becker the second-best goalkeeper in Merseyside'
Tony Bellew believes that Everton's Jordan Pickford is a better goalkeeper than Liverpool's new signing Alisson Becker.
Jul 24, 12:55
Bristol City sign Andreas Weimann from Derby County
Bristol City confirm the signing of Andreas Weimann from Derby County on a three-year deal with the option of a 12-month extension.
Jul 3, 21:20
Nottingham Forest in talks with Bournemouth striker Lewis Grabban?
Nottingham Forest are reportedly in talks with Bournemouth over signing out-of-favour forward Lewis Grabban.
Jul 3, 21:08
Luis Suarez: 'Uruguay can control Kylian Mbappe'
Uruguay forward Luis Suarez believes that his side can keep Kylian Mbappe quiet in their World Cup quarter-final clash against France on Friday.
Jul 3, 20:59
Eddie Howe: "This transfer window has been difficult"
Bournemouth coach Eddie Howe admits that his side have had a difficult transfer window so far, signing just one new player this summer.
Jul 3, 20:45
Gary Neville: 'Colombia's Wilmar Barrios should have been sent off'
Gary Neville believes that Colombia player Wilmar Barrios should have been sent off for his headbutt on Jordan Henderson in the first half of their round-of-16 tie.
Jul 3, 20:32
Japan veterans Keisuke Honda, Makoto Hasebe announce international retirement
Japan veterans Keisuke Honda and Makoto Hasebe announce their international retirement following their World Cup round-of-16 exit.
Jul 3, 20:21
Derby County given permission by Chelsea to discuss move for Kasey Palmer?
Derby County are reportedly discussing a move for Kasey Palmer to return to the Pride Park Stadium next season, after being given the green light by Chelsea.
Jul 3, 20:01
Bournemouth goalkeeper Adam Federici signs for Stoke City
Adam Federici signs for Championship side Stoke City on a two-year deal from Bournemouth.
Jul 3, 19:47
Stoke City in talks with Bournemouth goalkeeper Adam Federici?
Stoke City are reportedly in talks with Bournemouth goalkeeper Adam Federici as a replacement for Lee Grant, who has been linked with a move to Manchester United.
Jul 2, 21:32
Juan Pablo Angel: 'England have not been tested so far at the World Cup'
Former Colombia international Juan Pablo Angel is not convinced that England have been truly tested in the group stages of the World Cup.
Jul 2, 21:20
Colombia boss Jose Pekerman hopes James Rodriguez will be fit to play England
Colombia manager Jose Pekerman is hoping that midfielder James Rodriguez will be fit for his side's round-of-16 clash with England on Tuesday night.
Jul 2, 21:08
Hearts to re-sign Steven Naismith on loan?
Hearts are reportedly closing in on the loan signing of Norwich City's Steven Naismith, who spent the second half of last season at the Scottish club.
Jul 2, 20:50
Gareth Southgate: 'England have a brilliant opportunity to reach quarter-finals'
Gareth Southgate urges his players to take advantage of their "brilliant" opportunity to qualify for the World Cup quarter-finals by beating Colombia on Tuesday.
Jul 2, 20:39
Inter Milan sign Stefan de Vrij from Lazio
Inter Milan sign free agent Stefan de Vrij on a five-year deal after his contract at Lazio expired.
Jul 2, 20:19
Hull City want former defender Conor Townsend back?
Scunthorpe United left-back Conor Townsend is reportedly wanted by his former side Hull City, but the League One club are holding out for £250,000.
Jul 2, 19:57
Agent: 'Wolverhampton Wanderers want Stefano Sturaro'
Stefano Sturaro's agent confirms that Wolverhampton Wanderers are interested in signing the Italian midfielder this summer.
Jul 2, 19:44
Nottingham Forest to take West Ham United right-back Sam Byram on loan?
Nottingham Forest are reportedly lining up a loan offer for out-of-favour West Ham United defender Sam Byram.
Jun 28, 22:55
Nottingham Forest close to signing El Arbi Hillel Soudani?
Nottingham Forest are reportedly close to a deal for Dinamo Zagreb player El Arbi Hillel Soudani to join the club.
Jun 28, 22:46
Roberto Martinez: "This is the best World Cup I have been involved in"
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez believes that the World Cup in Russia is the best one that he has been a part of during his career.
Jun 28, 22:26
Gareth Southgate: 'England not satisfied with Belgium defeat'
England boss Gareth Southgate insists that his side were not happy with their 1-0 defeat to Belgium on Thursday.
Jun 28, 22:09
Fenerbahce want Swansea City's Luciano Narsingh?
Swansea City winger Luciano Narsingh is reportedly wanted by Fenerbahce boss Philip Cocu, who worked with the player during their time together at PSV Eindhoven.
Jun 28, 21:49
Matty Pearson leaves Barnsley for Luton Town
Matty Pearson leaves Barnsley and signs for Luton Town on a three-year deal in the search for regular first-team football.
Jun 28, 21:31
Liverpool 'to make decision on Divock Origi in pre-season training'
Divock Origi will reportedly be given pre-season at Melwood to prove himself to Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp ahead of the next Premier League campaign.
Jun 28, 21:13
England to face Colombia in round of 16 at World Cup following Belgium defeat
England will play Colombia in the round of 16 at the World Cup in Russia.
Jun 28, 20:53
Jack Grealish 'ready to quit Aston Villa this summer'
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish is reportedly ready to depart his boyhood club this summer as Tottenham Hotspur lead the chase for the 22-year-old.
Jun 28, 20:41
Rotherham United closing in on Blackpool Player of the Year Clark Robertson?
Rotherham United are reportedly near to a deal for free agent Clark Robertson, who spent last season at League One side Blackpool.
Jun 28, 20:24
Fulham interested in Bosnian wonderkid Edis Smajic?
Fulham are reportedly interested in 18-year-old Bosnian player Edis Smajic, with manager Slavisa Jokanovic prioritising the midfielder as a top target this summer.
Jun 28, 20:10
Newcastle United back in for France international?
Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing French international Clement Grenier, who currently plays his football with Ligue 1 side Guingamp.
Jun 28, 19:53
Ryan Sessegnon, Tom Cairney 'to sign contract extensions at Fulham'
Fulham pair Ryan Sessegnon and Tom Cairney are reportedly willing to sign contract extensions at Craven Cottage this summer.
Jun 28, 19:42
Aston Villa interested in Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper Michael Cooper?
Aston Villa are reportedly willing to rival Brighton & Hove Albion for Plymouth Argyle youngster Michael Cooper.
Jun 28, 19:31
Ipswich Town closing in on former Crawley Town winger Jordan Roberts?
Ipswich Town are reportedly closing in on the signing of former Crawley Town winger Jordan Roberts.
Jun 28, 19:19
Fernando Hierro concerned over Spain defence ahead of knockout stages
Spain manager Fernando Hierro believes that his side must improve in defence if they want to win the World Cup next month.
Jun 25, 22:59
Wayne Rooney edges nearer to DC United move?
Wayne Rooney is reportedly edging closer to signing for MLS side DC United on a two-year deal.
Jun 25, 22:49
Livingston in talks with Kenny Miller over player-manager role?
Livington are reportedly still in talks with Kenny Miller over a potential player-manager role for the 38-year-old striker.
Jun 25, 22:34
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli denies rumours of player feud
Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli dismisses suggestions that his squad have rebelled against him ahead of their final group game against Nigeria on Tuesday.
Jun 25, 22:17
Cardiff City close to signing Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Alex Smithies?
Cardiff City are reportedly close to the signing of Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Alex Smithies.
Jun 25, 22:08
