Manchester City are ready to step up their pursuit of Leicester full-back Ben Chilwell in the summer, according to reports. Pep Guardiola has realised that he needs to add reinforcements on the left-side of his defence, with Benjamin Mendy an unreliable outlet with his reccuring injury problems. The Frenchman signed for the Cityzens from Monaco 18 months ago but has appeared in just 15 Premier League matches. He made his return from knee surgery against Burton last week – but his knee swelled up and he was subsequently ruled out for their FA Cup win against Burnley on Saturday. According to ESPN, Etihad chief Guardiola has now placed Chilwell at the…

Manchester City’s hopes of retaining the Premier League title were dealt a huge blow as they were beaten 2-1 by Newcastle United. Should Liverpool beat Leicester City at home on Wednesday night, the champions will slip seven points behind Jurgen Klopp’s men. Salomon Rondon had cancelled out Aguero’s strike with a 66th-minute equaliser, but on a night when some of the edge had been taken off a mutinous atmosphere by the news that Miguel Almiron was on his way to Tyneside to complete a move from Atlanta United, Rafael Benitez’s men produced a performance of real character. That outcome looked unlikely when David Silva slipped as he attempted to reach…

Manchester City have finalised the deadline day signing of 18-year-old Ante Palaversa from Hajduk Split, and have immediately loaned the midfielder back to the Croatian club. The youngster completed his medical in Manchester this week and has joined the reigning Premier League champions in a deal worth a reported £7million. Hajduk announced the move on Thursday afternoon and confirmed Palaversa will return to them on loan until the end of the 2019-20 season. However, City have the option to recall him next January. The Croatia Under-19 captain is happy to stay with his boyhood club ahead of linking up with “one of the biggest clubs in the world”. “Thanks to…

A teenager is in a serious condition after getting trapped under a double-decker bus outside St James’ Park on Tuesday night. The 18-year-old female was taken to hospital after suffering spinal injuries during the incident, which occurred following Newcastle United’s 2-1 win over Manchester City. An investigation has been launched by Northumbria Police to determine what happened during the incident and have urged any witnesses to get in touch. She remains in a serious but stable condition with injuries to her ribs and spine, a statement confirmed. A spokesman for Northumbria Police said: “Police are appealing for information following a collision outside St James’ Park last night. “At around 10.23pm yesterday…

Sunderland have suspended a member of their academy staff after he was arrested on suspicion of meeting a player younger than 16 after sexually grooming him. After a player within the academy made an allegation to the club, physio Peter Howey was arrested. Police questioned the 60-year-old before he was released under investigation. A spokesperson for the Black Cats exclusively told the Daily Mail: “We were made aware of allegations pertaining to a member of staff. “We reported the matter to Northumbria Police immediately and the individual was suspended.” A statement from Northumbria Police read: “Police have arrested a 60-year-old man on suspicion of meeting a male under the age…

Four people were arrested on Thursday as thugs clashed before Chelsea faced Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday night. The Carabao Cup semi-final, which was won by the Blues on penalties, was an extremely entertaining affair. However, fan footage from before the game has shown hooligans trading punches as running battles erupted outside of Stamford Bridge. One shocking clip shows a black-clad man being punched to the floor – before he gets up and charges at the bunch of fans who knocked him down. Another man lies prone on the grounds as thugs fill him in with kicks and punches. Police officers can be seen desperately trying to restore order as the braying…

Richarlison’s early strike was enough to earn a narrow 1-0 victory for 10-man Everton at bottom club Huddersfield and relieve some the pressure on Marco Silva. The Brazilian striker netted in the third minute and although Everton substitute Lucas Digne was sent off midway through the second half, new Huddersfield boss Jan Siewert’s first game in charge ended in another damaging defeat. Richarlison’s early salvo was his 14th goal of the season, one more than the Terriers have mustered all term. Everton made a dream start as they took the lead with their first attack in the third minute. Tom Davies cut back Bernard’s clever pass down the right side…

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola warned Liverpool the title race has a long way to run despite seeing his side suffer a shock defeat at Newcastle. The Reds can establish a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League table by beating Leicester City at Anfield on Wednesday, 24 hours after City went down 2-1 at St James’ Park. That would represent a significant advantage with just 14 games left to play, but Guardiola has told Jurgen Klopp’s men not to take anything for granted. “Well, it’s a lot of points if they go on to win, but we are in January, it’s not April or May. There are…

Click:tin packaging china West Ham currently sit eleventh in the Premier League, firmly secured in mid-table. This is a position Manuel Pellegrini’s men would certainly have taken given their woeful start to the campaign, as they lost their first four matches. However, the Hammers have recently returned to losing ways, suffering three consecutive defeats to Bournemouth, Wimbledon and Wolves. Now they will seemingly look to dip into the transfer market on January’s final day to address outstanding issues. Maxi Gomez: Edging Closer One deal that is nearing completion is a £40million move to sign Uruguayan striker Maxi Gomez. Gomez has been on fine form in LaLiga this season for Celta Vigo…

West Ham United are set to break their record transfer fee for the third time in seven months with the €50million signing of Maxi Gomez, according to reports. The Celta Vigo striker has been linked with a move to the East End throughout the transfer window, but it is understood the club are prepared to meet the £43.2million release clause. The Hammers held initial talks with the Uruguay international in the summer, but were priced out of a move. However, talks have progressed well this month and ,according to Sky Sports, a deal has been proposed which would see the 22-year-old loaned back to Celta until the end of the…