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New Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has already earned himself an army of disciples among Reds fans, but what he really wants are believers. The charismatic German swept into Anfield for his presentation press conference on Friday and over the course of 26 minutes charmed and entertained a huge media gathering. But throughout it all he […]

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury in Argentina's 2-0 World Cup qualifying defeat to Ecuador. The 27-year-old, fresh from plundering five goals in City's 6-1 Barclays Premier League win over Newcastle last Saturday, was carried off on a stretcher after sustaining the problem […]

New Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has dismissed suggestions he cannot work with the club's transfer committee. The existing set-up, implemented by owners Fenway Sports Group to ensure some sort of continuity with signings, was a constant frustration for predecessor Brendan Rodgers. However Klopp, used to a similar structure at former club Borussia Dortmund, has no such issues. […]

New Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp charmed a huge group of assembled media with an entertaining 26-minute press conference. Here are some of the highlights: On cutting short his year-long sabbatical. "I'm back in the race and it's the biggest honor I can imagine. It is the perfect next step for me to be here to […]

Sunderland chairman Ellis Short hopes to hold formal discussions with Sam Allardyce over the next 48 hours as he attempts to identify Dick Advocaat's replacement. Despite days of speculation, which has seen the former West Ham boss' odds for the job plummet, there has as yet been no direct contact, with the dialogue between the […]

Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of former Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp as their new manager. The German signed his contract, which Press Association Sport understands is a three-year deal, in a city center hotel after flying into Liverpool John Lennon airport on Thursday evening. In a short statement on Twitter the club said: "Liverpool […]

Jurgen Klopp has agreed to become Liverpool's new manager and will officially sign his contract when he flies into Merseyside on Thursday evening. Press Association Sport understands all negotiations have been completed with the former Borussia Dortmund boss and confirmation from the club is likely to follow later today. Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group have […]

The imminent arrival of Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool's new manager has resulted in a clear-out of many of predecessor Brendan Rodgers' backroom staff. Press Association Sport understands assistant manager Sean O'Driscoll and first-team coach Gary McAllister – who were only brought in over the summer in an overhaul of coaching personnel – have left their […]

Germany coach Joachim Low believes Liverpool are set to make a great addition by appointing Jurgen Klopp their manager. Negotiations are continuing with the former Borussia Dortmund boss with a view to having him in place by the end of the week. Low thinks the similarities between the two clubs will help Klopp: "He had an extraordinarily […]

Carlo Ancelotti expects Chelsea to keep faith in manager Jose Mourinho and has ruled out returning to work this season. Former Blues boss Ancelotti has seen the London side struggle in the early stages of their Premier League title defense. Chelsea have won just two and lost four of their opening eight Barclays Premier League games […]

Johan Cruyff believes Jose Mourinho is setting a bad example to young people with his behavior. Cruyff launched an attack on the former Chelsea manager and reopened his war of words with Louis van Gaal during an interview with Sky Sports News on Tuesday. Mourinho has come in for criticism for his management of Chelsea […]

Former Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp is being lined up to become Liverpool's next boss after Brendan Rodgers was sacked. Here Press Association Sport looks at what the German will bring to Anfield should he be appointed. PERSONALITY Not an essential characteristic but certainly a welcome one. Klopp is a charismatic man not afraid to […]

Sunderland chairman Ellis Short's pursuit of the man to succeed head coach Dick Advocaat could ultimately come down to hard cash. The Black Cats have identified Sam Allardyce as the leading candidate for the vacancy created when the 68-year-old Dutchman prematurely called time on his brief stay on Wearside over the weekend. However, while they […]

Liverpool's non-international players returned to training on Tuesday as the club continue their pursuit of Jurgen Klopp to become the new manager. After Brendan Rodgers' sacking on Sunday assistant boss Sean O'Driscoll, first team coach Gary McAllister and development coach Pep Lijnders have been tasked with taking care of sessions at Melwood in the interim. […]

Sacked Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has spoken of his disappointment at being dismissed but has wished his successor well for the future. The Northern Irishman was relieved of his duties after Sunday's 1-1 Merseyside derby draw after owners Fenway Sports Group decided a change was needed to deliver success. SEE MORE: Is Jurgen Klopp is […]