Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has taken to Instagram to dismiss a report claiming he will sign for Inter Milan in the summer... and that he paid bail money to get former teammate Ronaldinho out of prison.

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has invited a local NHS worker and her family to a match at Old Trafford once football resumes.

Juan Mata believes Jadon Sancho is a "great player" as Manchester United continue to be linked with the winger.

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Mario Gotze has confirmed he is to leave Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season when his contract expires.

Arsenal and Manchester United have been linked with a move for Bayern Munich star Corentin Tolisso, but it is the Gunners who may have the transfer edge.

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It's been four weeks since a ball was last kicked in the Premier League.

Marcus Rashford has been leading Manchester United's charm offensive to bring Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford - and he will have another chance tonight.

Barcelona misfit Philippe Coutinho would "love" a return to the Premier League, according to agent Kia Joorabchian.

Leeds United legend and one of England's 1966 World Cup winners Norman Hunter has been admitted to hospital after testing positive for coronavirus.

RB Leipzig chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff insists he is calm over the future of Timo Werner amid speculation linking the forward with Liverpool and Chelsea.

If there is one thing footballers have in common with fans during the coronavirus pandemic, it is that when it comes to hairstyles, they are all very much in the same boat.

Manchester United are yet to offer Odion Ighalo a permanent deal with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer undecided over his plans to sign a striker this summer.

Manchester United have four key strikers on their summer transfer shortlist, Standard Sport understands.

The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters' Trust (THST) has warned that the board's decision to furlough staff has potentially "damaged the club's reputation" and "exhausted any future goodwill" from fans.

Chelsea fans have been almost unanimous in their condemnation of a 'leaked' shirt for next season after a model posed in the strip and posted it on social media.

Barcelona have moved to strongly deny 'corruption' claims made by Emili Rousand and have threatened legal action against the former vice president.

Paul Merson believes Chelsea midfielder Willian will have clubs queueing up for him and 'could play for Manchester City' when he leaves Stamford Bridge.

Former Arsenal man Paul Merson believes football's coronavirus shutdown may end up giving Alexis Sanchez a second chance at Manchester United.

Swansea City defender Joe Rodon is a name those outside of the Championship may not be too familiar with but the youngster is making an impact in Wales.

Football managers in England do not want the season to be restarted unless players have been tested for coronavirus, the head of the League Managers' Association has said.

Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has tested positive for Covid-19 but does not currently have any symptoms of the virus.

Fede Valverde can be as important as Sergio Ramos at Real Madrid, says Diego Forlan.

Jadon Sancho got the better of Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford as the two England internationals met in the Football's Staying Home Fifa tournament.

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Heung-min Son has urged fans to stay away from the site of his military service amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has been warned he has no special "privilege" after he was pictured training at a local stadium in his native Madeira.

West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady has taken a swipe at Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho after he breached lockdown measures to hold a one-on-one training session with Tanguy Ndombele.

James Rodriguez has again been linked with a move to Manchester United with his future at Real Madrid far from certain.

Manchester United fans hailed the fine work of 'agent Marcus Rashford' once more after his FIFA 20 battle with England colleague Jadon Sancho.

Xherdan Shaqiri has revealed that he is part of a group of German-speaking players helping Takumi Minamino settle into life at Liverpool.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to continue his Manchester United rebuild this summer with a number of targets already identified.

Paul Scholes believes Manchester United have found their own version of Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne in Bruno Fernandes.

Brazil and Real Madrid legend Ronaldo has hailed former team-mate David Beckham as "one of the best of all time".

Mikel Arteta says he is trying to use the coronavirus shutdown to strengthen his bond with his Arsenal players.

Rangers have called for SPFL's chief executive Neil Doncaster and its legal adviser Rod McKenzie to be suspended "while an independent investigation is conducted' following their vote on how to end the season.

Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann has raised almost €30,000 for the Red Cross after enlisting the help of French teammates Paul Pogba and Ousmane Dembele for a gaming marathon.

Manchester United star Paul Pogba has opened up on his injury frustration, but says his time on the sidelines has reminded him how much he loves football.

Manchester United have been warned that Odion Ighalo could be set to land a 'big money move' to one of their major European rivals if they do not sign him permanently this summer.

The family of Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish have thanked football fans around the world for their messages of support after the 69-year-old was diagnosed with coronavirus.

Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has heaped praise on fellow January arrival Bruno Fernandes and warned the rest of the Premier League: "We've not seen the best of him yet!"

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Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has praised the efforts of NHS staff across the UK after being released from hospital following a positive coronavirus diagnosis.

And the France World Cup winner 'won't sign a new contract' with the Ligue1 giants

Odion Ighalo says Manchester United will be "a different team" when Paul Pogba is back fit and firing.

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Odion Ighalo believes Victor Osimhen has huge potential, with the Manchester United striker praising his compatriot as the "future of Nigerian football."

Chelsea have "dropped one" regarding Willian's contract, according to Paul Merson - but the former Arsenal forward also believes the Brazilian winger has been fortunate to avoid criticism for letting his deal run down.

Real Madrid may have missed out on signing Kylian Mbappe this summer due to the coronavirus.