Cole Palmer says this is the best he has felt "in ages" after starting the season strongly under Xabi Alonso at Chelsea - and he is putting the tricky previous campaign behind him.

The focus is crystal clear at Arsenal this season.

Manchester City supporters might not know whether to be amused or afraid to hear that Allan Elias’ nickname as a kid was 'Mini Balotelli' – a reference to the bleached-blonde mohawk haircut that had in fact been inspired by childhood hero Neymar.

Nottingham Forest have signed striker Liam Delap in a club-record deal from Chelsea.

"For sure," Benjamin Weber jokes when asked about Chelsea winning the Champions League in 2021. "I told Mason to turn and to play the pass." He is talking about Mason Mount’s ball for Kai Havertz to score the only goal of the final against Manchester City.

Manager Russell Martin is trying to end his own miserable period of results as he attempts to stop Leicester's downward spiral.

Spain forward Esther Gonzalez attracts backlash after signing for Saudi Women's Premier League side Al Qadsiah.

BBC Sport examines what went wrong for Liam Delap at Chelsea and how he could bounce back in new surroundings.

An incident during which Brydon Carse was handcuffed is being investigated by Derbyshire Police, who say they are looking into allegations of assault.

Liverpool set to save around £20m following tough negotiations

Senegal international has a bright future, but needs minutes to develop

Andoni Iraola hoping to improve Arne Slot’s quarter-final exit last season

Man United are back in the Champions League after a remarkable turnaround under Michael Carrick

Atletico are standing firm, which could be good news for Arsenal

Liverpool would pay £100m plus £2om in add-onsFrance winger has been main summer transfer targetLiverpool are closing in on a £120m deal for Bradley Barcola following a breakthrough in talks with Paris Saint-Germain.Barcola has been Liverpool’s main transfer target all summer only for PSG’s £145m valuation to prove a significant hurdle. However, …

The wantaway Argentinian forward has been linked with moves to Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona all summer - but his heart is set on the latter.

Manchester United are still on the hunt for a left-back before the transfer window closes.

The draw for the Champions League 2026/27 league stage is due to take place on Thursday evening in Nyon

Michael Carrick is set to welcome further new arrivals ahead of the close of the transfer window, with Eduardo Camavinga once again linked with a move.