After a series of unseemly incidents during a Premier League loss at home to the Clarets, West Ham have scaled up security at their ground
Jamie Smith
The Cote d’Ivoire international did not take part in training this week and could miss Saturday’s encounter against Jurgen Klopp’s side
Taiye Taiwo
FIFA has announced its referees for the 2018 World Cup and while the American league gets a pair of representatives, the EPL will get none
Dom Farrell
Battling to be the Reds' number one goalkeeper with rival Simon Mignolet has been difficult for the German shot-stopper
Goal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond
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The Reds spent big on two forwards in 2015 but only one of them delivered for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield
Neil Jones
The Portuguese's defence of his record had some basis in fact, with his squad being the least representative of its manager in the top six
Kris Voakes
The Special One is enduring a tough period but his stock remains high back in his native Portugal, says his compatriot
'It's just monkey noise who cares', was the Dortmund star's ironic take on the decision not to pursue charges against the Serie A side
Prospects of the striker featuring against the Seagulls is in the balance after returning from international duty with a fracture
Gbenga Adewoye
The coach's former Juventus and Italy team-mate believes has been unfairly treated at Stamford Bridge, pointing to attacks from the media as evidence
The Spain international says that his new plant based diet is paying dividends, helping him to recover quicker from tough games
Chris Wheatley
The Serie A outfit have seen two star turns attract interest from England and Spain, but they have no intention of parting with either over the summer
Chris Burton
The attacker has not been definitively ruled out, but his manager is not optimistic he will be able to feature
Iain Strachan
Chelsea's record signing has ended a run of 13 games without a goal and his boss wants him to now cash in on his hard work
The Benin international is excited with the unrelenting backing the Terriers have been getting from their supporters
There could be some tired bodies among the Tottenham players facing Chelsea on Sunday after staying up late to watch a heavyweight title fight
The Germany international has opted against entering into contract extension talks, forcing his current club to accept that he is destined to move on
The Gunners have endured another disappointing campaign, but still have an outside chance of securing a top-four finish and winning the Europa League
The Belgium international midfielder has no immediate plans to enter into a contract extension and admits a "big transfer" would appeal to any player
Even if the Tottenham star is missing on Sunday, the Italian still believes that Spurs will pose his side major problems in a match they must win
The 26-year-old has formed a good partnership with 'one of the best players in the Premier League'
The Catalan coach has once again faced criticism from a man he helped to usher through the exits during his time in charge of the Bundesliga giants
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The England midfielder is confident that his side's successful battle against the drop last season stands them in good stead this time around
The enigmatic Swedish striker has departed Old Trafford to try his luck in MLS with the LA Galaxy, with former Red Devils colleagues sad to see him go
The former Blues defender has offered advice to the club’s struggling midfielder as he recalls a similar story from his own career
Nizaar Kinsella
The remarkable exploits of the Reds' attacking unit, which also includes Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino, is limiting game time for a summer signing
The Reds icon has seen his single-season goal record come under threat from a man who has found the target 36 times during a stunning debut campaign
The Frenchman's assistant manager has said that his desire to win remains undimmed
A former World Cup winner admits Les Bleus will need Manchester United and Chelsea midfielders to raise their game in order to challenge in Russia
The 31-year-old is poised to spend three weeks at Old Trafford although his opportunity appears to be tied to a commercial deal signed by the club
His club have Everton, Liverpool and Manchester United lying in wait as their superb season reaches a pivotal point in the race to a title
The former Manchester United marksman featured for his country during the international break after spending the past few weeks on the sidelines
Tolu Olasoji
The Real Madrid and Bayern Munich stars feature prominently in this week's selection, alongside a Gibraltar striker who set a record for his country
Harry Sherlock
The former Red Devil believes that both Pogba and Alexis Sanchez can give more to their side after suffering a tough start to 2018
The 29-year-old has been ruled for the remaining part of the season, but he is working towards a return ahead of the Swans’ preparation for next term
The on-loan Chelsea midfielder is eager to prove his fitness with Crystal Palace in order to break back into Gareth Southgate's thinking
Andrew Steel
With just a few weeks of the season remaining, the centre-back is going to have to make a big impression with Spurs to earn a regular berth
The German coach's credentials have been talked up by his agent, amid speculation Jupp Heynckes will leave the Allianz Arena this summer
After an impressive year in Spain, the France international defender has been linked with the Old Trafford side, and has not quelled the rumours
Robin Bairner
The Red Devils' back-up to David de Gea isn't expected to be out for long after being hurt in a collision with Diego Costa
Peter Hanson
The Ajax ace has finished top of Goal's list of the best players in the world born on or after January 1, 1999, just ahead of the AC Milan goalkeeper
Mark Doyle
A former favourite at Stamford Bridge believes the Italian remains the right man for the club and should be offered assurances on his future
The midfielder is in contention to win Goal's NxGn award after a year in which he made his Manchester City debut and starred for England's U-17s
The German midfielder complained about speculation over his future this week - but what does he expect?
The former Reds star believes a new goalkeeper is required at Anfield and sees a lot of sense in raiding the ranks at the San Siro this summer
The £89 million midfielder has endured a tough time at Old Trafford of late but was back to his best for his country in a friendly date with Russia
The Belgium international has slipped out of favour at Anfield and admits he will need to make a decision on where to play in 2018-19 come the summer
The France international striker has started and finished just six Premier League games this season, with the Gunners often choosing to replace him
The Netherlands international winger has rediscovered his spark in France and is now being linked with a big-money move to a Serie A heavyweight
A fuming World Cup winner has called on star turns from Manchester United and Atletico Madrid to start focusing on France's quest for global glory
Joe Wright
The 25-year-old is targeting the very top - both in club and international football - and he know that may mean a transfer at some point
The 27-year-old is still wanted by Real Madrid and is Spain's first choice goalkeeper, but he feels more love in England than in his homeland
The coach and Mediaset Premium pundit has faith in his compatriot, despite the Blues failing to challenge for the title in his second season
Simone Gambino
The Manchester City boss has the unique distinction of coaching the league champions in the countries which won the last two World Cups
Peter Staunton
The midfielder says he will not comment on speculation over his future any more, having grown weary of stories he claims are unfounded
The Egypt international has earned a new deal at the Emirates Stadium outfit following his satisfactory performance for the club
The 27-year-old has said that he just wants to be out on the pitch and is not concerned in what position he is used
The England international described how the manager makes it perfectly clear to his Manchester City players when they have not performed
The on-loan West Ham keeper has struggled for form since being outcast by Pep Guardiola and his hopes of going to Russia are looking slim
The Belgium star believes that the people who compare him to the Barcelona and Argentina star are being far too generous
Ryan Benson
The Albiceleste captain believes both he and Dybala are more comfortable playing on the right, which has hurt their chances of forming a partnership
The Egypt international has secured a new deal at the Emirates Stadium after impressing in the Europa League this season
After failing to live up to massive hype at Middlesbrough, the Argentine ambled around the football world before finally hanging up his boots
Daniel Edwards
The 21-year-old will miss the friendly meeting with Hungary having made his debut for the Scots in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Costa Rica
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The Belgium international has lost his spot to Loris Karius but maintains that he will not hand in a transfer request at Anfield
The Torino striker has been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea in the past but will only leave if he's guaranteed to start
Stephen Darwin
The two Manchester City figureheads have not always been on the best of terms but the striker's performances may ensure that no longer matters
Sam Lee
The Atletico Madrid star says he would love to play with his international team-mate every day, but warned against a move to Old Trafford
Dejan Kalinic
The forward has only scored once in eight games so far, but is happy with the way he has settled at the club
The England international defender has seen others edge ahead of him in the pecking order under Pep Guardiola following an untimely injury
The striker reiterated his desire to return to his home country when his contract expires in two years
Sacha Pisani
The Belgium international keeper is set to make a decision on whether to commit to fresh terms with the Blues or open the door to a future transfer
Arsenal are still waiting on their England international to commit to fresh terms, but that is not why he has been handed the armband at times
The Chelsea custodian faced criticism from the Dutchman following a Champions League clash with Barcelona and is not too happy at being singled out
The Frenchman is facing another battle for starting spots following a move from Arsenal, but he does not see Antonio Conte sticking with an experiment
The Chelsea midfielder left Emirates Stadium for Barcelona in 2011 but is open to heading back to north London at some stage in a coaching capacity
The Celtic boss maintains that he has a "dream job" in Scotland, having previously worked at Swansea and Liverpool, and has no plans to leave
The Red Devils boss has clashed with Paul Pogba and Luke Shaw of late, but a fellow Portuguese expects those confrontations to make him stronger
The Frenchman's agent maintains that the midfielder's world-record fee was cheap, and that he should have cost over €200m
The Belgian duo have struck up an excellent partnership at Spurs, but the 30-year-old insists he is not worrying himself over his team-mate's future
The ex-Chelsea striker can see parallels between his relationship with the Portuguese and the Red Devils' record signing
The goalkeeper will miss the Red Devils' clash with Saudi Arabia on Tuesday and now faces a race to be fit for the return of the Premier League
The France international missed out on a move to the Premier League last summer but has not given up hope of earning a similar deal this time around
The LA Galaxy striker has been hailed by his agent, who insists he has the potential to be worth far more than he currently is
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Fears were raised when the Reds allowed a key playmaker to join Barcelona but, as happened in the past, those at Anfield have embraced a new hero
The Frenchman maintains that several of his critics are merely ageist, though he maintains he will accept the consequences if the Gunners fail
The Egyptian has scored 36 goals in his debut campaign at Anfield and will have to be on form when the Reds face Man City in the Champions League
Cadbury launched their latest partnership with the English Premier League in style with special appearance from a former Manchester United striker.
Ooi Kin Fai
The former Borussia Dortmund manager has reportedly turned down the chance to manage the Bundesliga champions and is set to replace Arsene Wenger
Liverpool's new Egyptian superstar has been compared to a host of the world's best players, and his club-mate feels he's as good as PSG's own big name
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The mecurial forward is struggling with an injury and the 36-year-old wants the Selhurst Park outfit help him stay fit
The 20-year-old striker is looking to improve on his game and emulate the Premier League goal poachers
Having scored eight goals since a January loan move to the Bundesliga, Chelsea's Belgian striker feels like a new man
The England international's fantastic form continues and he is already at the top of the game, according to his team-mate
The Chilean forward has endured a tough start to life at Old Trafford, but this is not the first time a slow-burner has stumbled out of the blocks
Who topped and who flopped in countries' most recent tests leading up to the World Cup in Russia?
The 20-year-old is spending a year in the Netherlands but has been impressed with the Catalan's work back home at his parent club
The Watford loanee accepts that he is unlikely to play for the Camp Nou giants again, and accepts his share of the blame
The threat of military service looms large over the Spurs forward, who must succeed internationally to avoid stalling his career
With the armband still up for grabs at the World Cup, the Anfield skipper continues to impress his national team boss
The star's international manager believes that he should stay put and win trophies, while he has been compared to Cristiano Ronaldo
Paul Ince believes the Egyptian is in the perfect place and should reject interest from the Spanish giants to forge a legacy at Anfield
The 59-year-old says he'll use his second match in charge to test a different line-up after a disappointing loss on Saturday
Stephen Creek
The full-back has been linked with moves to the likes of Manchester United, Juventus and Barcelona, but his representative doubts a deal will happen
Rumours of a move to Liverpool have not distracted West Ham's Manuel Lanzini, who says he remains "very, very happy" at London Stadium.
Ben Spratt
The 36-year-old was released by Manchester United on Thursday and has confirmed that his next stop will be the MLS
Alex Fisher
The Reds forward is renowned for his tireless running, with those working alongside him at Anfield relieved that it is not them trying to contain him
The Ajax winger has been urged to shun any interest from Old Trafford and instead head for Camp Nou when the day comes to leave his homeland
The Gunners sanctioned the sale of two attackers during the January window, but their former manager claims neither really wanted to move on
The France international striker acknowledges that he needs to offer more if his winter move from Arsenal is to be considered a success
A former Reds striker would be happy to surrender an entry in the history books to an in-form forward as silverware meant more to him than records
Goal takes a look at the players who should be kept on and who should be ousted at the end of the season
The former Red Devils midfielder believes public criticism of players is wrong and would never have happened in his day under Sir Alex Ferguson
The exciting Ajax winger is being linked with a move elsewhere, but his coach with the Netherlands feels it is too soon to be leaving his homeland
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After falling down to third in the pecking order with the Gunners, the striker also felt that his time at the Emirates was coming to an end
The Manchester City playmaker has been likened to star turns at Barcelona and Real Madrid, but he considers himself to be a totally different player
Gareth Southgate has plenty of options to consider heading to Russia, but there are question marks over all of those in the mix for a starting spot
The LA Galaxy are reportedly on the verge of signing the Sweden great, with his team-mates at Old Trafford sending him well wishes on social media
Despite the midfielder going through a tough time at Manchester United, he will not be treated any differently by the France head coach
With a move to MLS giants LA Galaxy seemingly imminent, the Swedish striker has officially broken his link with the Red Devils
The Swede's European career is at an end after his Manchester United departure, with a move to the LA Galaxy set to be announced
The centre-back was terrified when he angered the Republic of Ireland international by leaving his phone on in the dressing room
The Swedish superstar has finalized his long-rumored move to Major League Soccer on a deal that will see him leave Manchester United for the U.S.
Ives Galarcep
Speculation over the England midfielder's future continues to build, with the Toffees boss all but confirming his interest in signing him
The pair are the highest goalscorers in all competitions across Europe's top five leagues, but how do they compare when the numbers are crunched?
Tom Maston
The Italian club's summer overhaul could start at right-back, where they are confident of capturing the Red Devil
Romeo Agresti
The former Senegal international has become an integral part of Rafael Benitez’s side lately and is pleased with the turnaround
The Blues shot-stopper has impressed as the deputy for his side this term and he will remain at the club until next summer
The Barcelona legend was welcomed with open arms at the Premier League club's training ground this week, but not in the circumstances they had hoped
The club have endured a difficult few weeks and their manager feels it is because some people cannot see they are in transition
The England international admits that he was unhappy with what he was told by his manager, but that it spurred him on to achieve a higher standard
Despite achieving so much in a glittering playing career, the ex-Man Utd man is feeling the tension ahead of his first game as a national team coach
Rob Lancaster
The former Hammer striker has watched his old club’s difficult season in a certain gloom, while he also believes Spurs can survive without Harry Kane
Sabrina Belalmi
The Red Devils could finally be joining the female footballers' party if the get approval to join the second tier of the WSL
The Liverpool and Egypt winger’s next goal is tied to a promotional offer that will let Vodafone Egypt subscribers talk for free
The left-back has been singled out for criticism by his manager, but one former Red Devil believes Shaw should be the least of his concerns
The Foreign secretary maintains that the head of state will try to make political gains out of the event, with other MPs calling for a boycott
The French midfielder has been relegated to the bench in recent times but the former United right-back is adamant he still has a future at the club
With a relatively quiet summer ahead for the Blues, Goal looks at the players who should be kept and who should be offloaded at the end of the season
Peter Grant admits that he questioned whether the midfielder would be eligible for the Scots after seeing him in action for the first time
A man who played for both the Bhoys and Gunners understands interest in a highly-rated coach, but he is not expecting a summer move to be made
The full-back has returned to Southampton for further tests on a back complaint and will not figure against the Netherlands and Italy
The Egypt international needs just 11 goals before the end of the season to beat the club's all-time highest goalscorer's best season in a Reds shirt
It seems the midfielder will be a Jamaica international in the near future, despite playing for England at youth level
The 21-year-old has been linked with a clutch of top clubs but has seemingly set his sights on moving to Germany, despite the club's reluctance
An Olympic sprint king has expressed a desire to try his hand at another sport, but a Barcelona icon says the Jamaican lacks the required skill set
The ex-United striker believes the Chilean might benefit from letting things happen more naturally after his difficult start to life at Old Trafford
The Liverpool attacker has been compared to the Argentine legend and ex-Reds forward Luis Suarez by one of the club's most accurate finishers
Ronan Murphy
The Leicester City defender has backed his team-mate to continue his sterling form when England face the Netherlands this Friday
The Denmark international has been mooted as a possible purchase option for the La Liga giants but he insists he is happy in north London
The Chelsea manager has been linked with the Azzurri post alongside Zenit boss Roberto Mancini and Carlo Ancelotti
The Arsenal legend expects that the Egyptian will have attracted the interest of the Liga giants as his incredible season continues
The African nation confirmed on Tuesday that they are still waiting on the midfielder, who did not report for international duty
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With Real Madrid already reported to be waiting to pounce, a former Reds striker expects interest to be stepped up if current standards are maintained
The Bayer Leverkusen defender thinks his country has a bright future given the youngsters at its disposal, including the Man City man
The Spanish striker has seen his goal drought ended and is being backed to kick on after shaking off fitness and form issues at Stamford Bridge
The midfielder has appeared to confirm he will stay at Stamford Bridge amid links with French giants PSG
The midfielder has previously been hailed by the PSG superstar, and he says he would love to play alongside his Brazil counterpart
The German tactician admitted that they were purchasing an out and out winger with little expectation of a prolific finisher that he has become
The Tottenham midfielder has been hailed by his national team coach Age Hareide, who believes he is better than Real's midfield star
The Egypt international has been in fine form recently, scoring four goals at the weekend, and he has been hailed by his team-mate
Matt Le Tissier is unimpressed with the Manchester United manager's handling of the left-back and thinks it's inevitable he'll leave in the summer
The Germany international continues to run down his contract at Anfield and is being linked with a summer return to where it all began for him
The Argentine was initially concerned about being joined at Old Trafford by a fiery Chilean he has endured regular run-ins with over the years
The forward has not always looked happy in a central role for the Blues this season, and he will not have to put up with the position for his country
The Manchester City midfielder and Liverpool defender both expect the Champions League quarter-final between the Premier League rivals to be a battle
If the former Arsenal and Manchester United striker keeps up his form for Feyenoord, it seems he could still have an international future
The Manchester United midfielder has added a blue streak while on international duty with France, but the Chelsea striker is not convinced by the look
The Manchester United midfielder considers the mercurial Argentine to be a "special" talent, with nobody in world football able to do what he does
The Danish defender has come in for criticism of late, but he has learned to shrug off errors following a chat with a man he has been likened to
The Reds have been offered an immediate return on their January investment, but the Dutchman claims there is even more to come from him
The Red Devils are among those reported to be readying a summer approach for the Italy international, but they are yet to formalise any interest
The 20-year-old, of Congolese descent, only made his first-team debut last month and has earned high praises from the English tactician
The Serie A champions are among those being linked with the French forward and while no contract has been made as yet, a move has not been ruled out
The Red Devils legend expects a frosty relationship to come to an end in the summer, with Tottenham among those who could stand to benefit
The £89m midfielder is going through a difficult time at Old Trafford, but his international coach wants him to concentrate on Les Bleus for now
The ex-Netherlands coach has hit out at his former charges, claiming that some players at Old Trafford neglected important messages
Injuries and dips in form have given the teen a chance to reclaim his spot in the XI while the 21-year-old forward earned a national team call up
Ben Valentine
The 26-year-old does not feel a burden to match the imperious Egyptian and discussed how he's in the best form of his career
Bruno Andrade
The midfielder believes he shares a similar view of football as his coach and his enjoying life with the Premier League leaders
Despite attracting criticism when he won the penalty to give Arsenal the lead in their Europa League match, the striker will not face punishment
The former midfielder praised the Tottenham Hotspur coach for improving him as a human being and said players would do anything for him
