Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists he never wanted to leave the club despite speculation over his future. The Spaniard has been at the centre of transfer talk, having played just

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone praised his team’s second-half performance after earning a 1-1 draw at Barcelona in LaLiga on Wednesday. The visitors fell behind to an Ivan Rakitic goal

Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery was satisfied with his side’s performance in a 3-0 win over Dijon in Ligue 1. An Adam Lang own goal, Edinson Cavani penalty and Lucas

James Rodriguez hailed Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane as his “idol” after making a goalscoring return to the starting line-up in the European champions’ 2-0 win at Espanyol. Madrid made

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino benefited from a harsh reality check during his own playing career and has suggested some of his current squad are in need of similar treatment. Although Spurs

Southampton manager Claude Puel urged his team to turn their attentions to the Premier League after their 3-0 win over Sparta Prague. A brace from Charlie Austin and late goal

Monaco vice-president Vadim Vasilyev criticised Manchester United and Chelsea over their lack of patience and care with Radamel Falcao. Falcao, 30, endured two miserable seasons in the Premier League, first

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola revealed his decision to start Kelechi Iheanacho in the derby came down to sending a message to his players about his intentions at Old Trafford. The

Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery has taken the blame for his side’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Saint-Etienne on Friday but saw reasons for optimism regardless of the result. PSG appeared to be

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson questioned his contribution as the club’s skipper during last season, but insists he now has no doubts. The England international was hampered by numerous injuries, making