Paul Scholes has been labelled "dumb and dumber" on the official Manchester United podcast after a comical misunderstanding.

Former Arsenal and Chelsea star Cesc Fabregas has hailed Liverpool as "outstanding" and says the club "hit the jackpot" when they hired Jurgen Klopp.

Nicola Sturgeon has warned Scottish football fans they should have no "false expectations" of attending matches in the near future, also stressing the dangers of behind-closed-doors events.

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero will host Spanish lessons for children as part of the BBC's new homeschooling service.

Charlie Nicholas says Arsenal's inability to convince big stars to extend their contracts is "terrifying" but doubts that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang actually wants to leave Emirates Stadium.

Piers Morgan has launched a scathing attack on Arsenal's highest-paid player Mesut Ozil amid reports he refused to take a 12.5 per cent pay cut along with his team-mates.

Owner Tahnoon Nimer and former chairman Matt Southall intend to co-operate with the investigation

Amnesty International has written to the Premier League saying it "risks becoming a patsy" unless it takes a serious look at Saudi Arabia's human rights record with regard to the takeover of Newcastle United.

Crystal Palace have staked their claim to the title of the oldest professional football club in existence.

The agent of Achraf Hakimi believes the right-back is the best in the world alongside Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold, and has warned Real Madrid that the player is wanted by 'all of Europe' this summer.

West Ham and Crystal Palace's pre-season tournament in Australia has been cancelled.

The Premier League has been asked to consider blocking a Saudi-backed consortium's attempt to purchase Newcastle United by one of the league's major broadcast partners.

Crystal Palace's claim to be the oldest professional club in existence is unlikely to be officially recognised by the Football Association, though the decision will not prevent them from marking it themselves.

Former Charlton and Chelsea defender Paul Elliott believe there is still work to be done to eliminate racism in football, on the second National Stephen Lawrence Day.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits he feared being sacked if he was not given the time to rebuild his squad.

The Premier League has reportedly backed plans to finish the 2019-20 season by July 31.

Iain Brunskill should currently be getting his teeth into an exciting new role with the Chinese FA.

Arsenal have been forced to follow neighbours Tottenham in reminding their squad of lockdown guidelines after four Gunners players were caught flouting social-distancing measures.

Aston Villa assistant manager and former Chelsea defender John Terry insists Manchester United target Jack Grealish is destined for greatness, likening him to ex team-mate Eden Hazard.

Philippe Coutinho can get back to his best if he joins Chelsea this summer, according to Barcelona legend Rivaldo.

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Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen says he has received several "serious proposals" since the Premier League was brought to a halt by the coronavirus pandemic.

Phil Neville will leave his role as England Women manager at the end of his contract in 2021, the FA have confirmed.

Charlton have called on the EFL to sanction ousted chairman Matt Southall, rather than the club, if the League's investigation finds evidence of misconduct.

Premier League clubs face the prospect of paying inflated wages to keep hold of out of contract players if they press ahead with plans to complete the season.

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has spoken to clubs from Spain's top two leagues and told them to be braced for football behind closed doors until 2021.

While the Premier League was still up and running, Chelsea and Manchester United were locked in a fierce battle for a Champions League spot. But with football suspended indefinitely, a new fight has emerged: the race for Jadon Sancho's signature.

Manchester United fans have identified attacking midfield as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

Arsenal appear to have a key member of the Aubameyang camp batting for them after the striker's father sent a clear message to his son on Instagram.

Ray Parlour has blasted former club Arsenal's lack of leadership, defending Mesut Ozil as he stalls on taking a pay cut.

Liverpool can save themselves millions in the transfer market this summer thanks to the progress made by two academy starlets this season.

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Arsenal players will be permitted limited access to the club's London Colney training grounds from next week.

Manchester City fans have called on their club to strengthen in central defence when the transfer window opens.

Old Trafford officials believe no club will get close to £100m transfers in the upcoming window

The 2019/20 season has been a tough one for Tottenham - both on and off the pitch.

Jack Wilshere has admitted that he didn't initially want to join Arsenal as a child.

Football's coronavirus lockdown has brought a great deal of uncertainty to so many aspects of the sport, from the completion fixtures to the job security of staff.

Real Madrid are among the clubs who are likely to see their summer transfer window plans change with clubs across the planet hit with the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

With clubs across Europe faced with transfer window hardships due to financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic, there isn't perhaps a better academy to rely on than La Masia.

With the coronavirus pandemic expected to quell big outlays in the transfer market, we're looking at how Premier League clubs could save some pennies by promoting talent from their academy.

The coronavirus shutdown is already having a huge impact on football finances, and Manchester City will not be immune despite their riches.

Manchester United had big plans for the next transfer window, though the coronavirus shutdown has thrown the season into flux.

Frank Lampard had a bumper transfer budget to revamp his Chelsea squad this summer - but the coronavirus shutdown could have long-lasting implications.

With football on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are huge questions that need to be answered about the next transfer window.

Tottenham have spent frugally at the best of times but the devastating financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic is likely to leave the club even more reliant on their academy.

Bukayo Saka is yet to put pen to paper on a new Arsenal contract - but his latest tweet hints an announcement may not be far away.

Manchester City certainly approve of Steven Gerrard's famous slip, just ask Chelsea.

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West Ham have joined Arsenal in allowing players to return to their training ground, as football took the first decisive steps towards a resumption.