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.

Hakim Ziyech will be free to join Chelsea without delay this summer after the Eredivisie season was cancelled.

The 2019/20 Eredivisie season has been cancelled, meaning Duch league leaders Ajax will miss out on the title.

The Eredivisie season has been cancelled, with the title, relegation out of and promotion into the league scrapped.

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It's the season of the leaked kits, and while we've seen a number of shirt designs across the Internet, Bleacher Report have now brought them to life... well, to Fifa 20.

Dimitar Berbatov believes Newcastle would be able to attract "big players" to the club if they appoint Mauricio Pochettino as manager.

Hakim Ziyech insists his Chelsea future was never in doubt and claims he was always intent on joining the club in July.

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Ajax CEO Edwin van der Sar has admitted to his disappointment after the Eredivisie was cancelled on Friday, meaning his side will not be awarded the title.

SC Cambuur head coach Henk de Jong has blasted the decision to declare the Dutch league void, branding it the "biggest scandal" in the country's sporting history.

Arsenal defender Sokratis appears to have cheekily fuelled talk that the Gunners will move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey this summer.

The Premier League are in talks with several UK rights holders over how to divvy up the remaining fixtures as part of preparations for the top flight's return behind closed doors.

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.

Chelsea fans have identified attack as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

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

Raheem Sterling believes team-mate David Silva's will be "sorely missed" as Manchester City prepare for life without their Spanish superstar.

Aston Villa have become the latest Premier League club to announce the agreement of salary deferrals with players during the coronavirus shutdown.

Wolves' Diogo Jota snatched victory in the final of the Fifa 20 ePremier League Invitational with a dramatic 2-1 victory against Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold.

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

Everton say they are "appalled" and have strongly condemned the actions of Moise Kean as "completely unacceptable" after the player was reported to have flouted coronavirus lockdown measures.

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The former United captain believes Sancho has potential, but says English players are generally overhyped

Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has backed calls for his former club to sign RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner.

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

Chelsea "made an offer" for Neymar, confirmed one of the player's representatives, but the Premier League outfit failed to convince the player to make the move.

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

Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris says he is learning "so much" under manager Jose Mourinho.

With copious amounts of spare time on their hands, footballers have been forced to adapt their routines during lockdown and if you're Mohamed Salah, that includes working out at all hours.

Alan Pardew insists he will not take a bonus from ADO Den Haag after the Dutch outfit avoided relegation from the Eredivisie.

Liverpool are enjoying a season few have bettered over the years and should be celebrating their first ever Premier League title.

Chelsea starlet Billy Gilmour has revealed how a conversation with Frank Lampard convinced him not to go out on loan and compete for opportunities at the club.

Fernandinho has been given permission to return to Brazil while the Premier League is on hold.

Italian football clubs have been told they can return return to training in May following a televised speech from prime minister Giuseppe Conte.

Scott McTominay has revealed he nearly left Manchester United on loan but believes his patience in waiting for his chance has paid off.

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The UK Government will this week begin a series of meetings with leading sports organisations with the hope of resuming competitions 'within weeks' after action was suspended by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has reaffirmed his commitment to the club.

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.