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Hans-Joachim Watzke: Dortmund couldn’t let Haaland slip away

Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke admits the Bundesliga outfit simply couldn't resist signing striker Erling Braut Haaland. The January window saw a host of clubs across Europe, including Premier League giants Manchester United, linked with the 19-year-old…

Eric Tinkler: Maritzburg a bit lucky to beat Chiefs

Maritzburg United head coach Eric Tinkler admits his charges were rather fortunate to claim a 2-1 win over Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday. Chiefs were the favourites to grab another three points at home and seemed to hit their stride…

Mason Greenwood eager to help United win trophies

Manchester United youngster Mason Greenwood is determined to claim some silverware with the club as he continues to grow in stature. Greenwood is enjoying a breakthrough campaign at Old Trafford after graduating from the club's academy. …

Aston Villa will fight to keep Grealish says Smith

Dean Smith says Aston Villa and the club's owners will do all they can to keep hold of Jack Grealish in the summer. Despite the closure of the January transfer window, it has not stopped the continual…

Liverpool take lead in Timo Werner battle

Liverpool look to be leading the race to land in-demand striker Timo Werner from RB Leipzig but could still face competition for his signature. Werner signed a new deal with Leipzig last summer through to 2023 but…

Barcelona hope to sign emergency striker

Barcelona's director of institutional relations, Guillermo Amor, has revealed that they don't know if they're allowed to sign a striker as emergency cover. Spanish champions Barcelona are in the midst of an injury crisis in the attacking…

Mourinho takes cheeky swipe at Man City over European ban

Jose Mourinho insisted he was only focused on Tottenham after Sunday's 3-2 win at Aston Villa - but still parted a dig at Manchester City following their European ban. Spurs moved up to fifth place in the…

Khune lifts the lid on Chiefs trophy drought

Junior Khanye: Itumeleng Khune remains the best keeper in South Africa

Former Kaizer Chiefs fan favourite Junior Khanye has hit out at coach Ernst Middendorp for selecting goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi ahead of Itumeleng Khune. Akpeyi, who has kept his place in the side despite Khune being fit after long-term…

Mikel Arteta: We can achieve great things at Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is pleased to see improvement at the club and remains convinced they have what it takes to be successful again. The Gunners have not won the Premier League title since the 2003-04 season,…

Norman Mapeza believes Chippa can avoid relegation

Chippa United head coach Norman Mapeza says the club's goal for this season is simply to avoid relegation from the Absa Premiership. The Chilli Boys have struggled for points this season and are currently down in 12th position,…

Gerrard ‘really interested’ to see if Premier League punish Man City

Steven Gerrard admits he is "really interested" to see if action is taken against Manchester City which could see them stripped of their Premier League title in 2014. City have been hit with a two-year suspension from…

Gavin Hunt says Wits must “go like hell” to catch Chiefs

Bidvest Wits head coach Gavin Hunt admits his charges will need to be at their best for the rest of the season if they intend to challenge for the title. The Clever Boys will have two big opportunities…