Michael Black
Sports Editor
Rangers legend defends former Celtic boss over celebrations
Barry Ferguson has defended Hibernian manager Neil Lennon over his ongoing row with Rangers’ boss Pedro Caixinha. Lennon blasted Caixinha over accusations that he was disrespectful during last Saturday’s explosive…

Rangers boss keen to add to squad, Hearts winger still on radar
Rangers boss Pedro Caixinha is eager to strengthen his squad before the transfer window closes. Caixinha has had a busy summer, bringing in the likes of Carlos Pena, Graham Dorrans…

Gabi says Atletico want Chelsea striker, but situation is “complicated”
Atletico Madrid captain Gabi says the club want to bring Diego Costa back from Chelsea, but he admits the situation is complicated. Costa has released a statement saying he will…

Roma end Mahrez chase, Leicester still resisting Drinkwater move
AS Roma have ended their pursuit of Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez. The Serie A side made three separate bids for the 26-year-old, but failed to meet the Foxes’ £50…

Tottenham still interested in signing Everton star Ross Barkley
Tottenham Hotspur are still interested in signing Ross Barkley before the transfer window closes, despite the fact he is out injured for three months. Barkley has been ruled out after…

Everton equal long-standing record with victory over Hajduk
Everton’s 2-0 victory over Hajduk Split in the first leg of their Europa League play-off round tie equalled a 39-year-old club record. Two victories over Ruzomberok in the previous round,…

West Ham exit for Snodgrass, Leeds United return possible
Robert Snodgrass has been told he can leave West Ham, either on loan or on a permanent basis. The 29-year-old joined the Hammers from Hull City last January for £10.2…

Aston Villa in talks to sign Southampton striker on loan
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce hopes to boost his goalscoring options with the loan signing of Southampton striker Sam Gallagher. Villa have picked up just a single point from their…

West Brom close in on deal for Tottenham defender
West Bromwich Albion are hoping to secure a £15 million move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Wimmer. The 24-year-old has found his opportunities limited at Spurs and according to the…

Shay Given says Liverpool will have a plan to replace Coutinho
Shay Given believes Liverpool will already be planning for Philippe Coutinho’s departure from the club. Coutinho has told Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp he won’t play for the club again, even…

Vertonghen: Tottenham vs Chelsea is the top Premier League game
Jan Vertonghen believes Tottenham Hotspur versus Chelsea is the top Premier league fixture. The two teams head into Sunday’s clash at Wembley, where Spurs will play all their home games…

West Ham striker unlikely to face former club Newcastle
West Ham striker Andy Carroll has returned to training, but he is unlikely to be ready to face former club Newcastle United in two weeks time. The 28-year-old has been…

Pat Nevin says Jonny Evans would be a good signing for Manchester City
Former Everton winger Pat Nevin believes Jonny Evans would be a good addition to Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City squad. City have had an £18 million bid for the centre-half rejected…

Swansea sale of Sigurdsson to Everton questioned by pundits
Two former Premier League stars have questioned Swansea City’s decision to sell Gylfi Sigurdsson to Everton. The Toffees have agreed a deal in excess of £45 million to take the…

Former Manchester United defender says Diego Costa will rejoin Atletico
Terry Gibson believes it is inevitable that Chelsea striker Diego Costa will rejoin Atletico Madrid. Costa is currently back home in Brazil and has threatened to stay there rather than…
