Premier League news

Jose Mourinho rumours refuse to go away at Newcastle, as questions are asked of Eddie Howe’s future, and Chris Waddle has told GOAL why any club considering a move for the ‘Special One’ must mull over the “win trophies or entertain” conundrum. Mourinho boasts several major honours on his glittering CV, but the ex-Chelsea and Real Madrid boss has faced accusations of being “boring” at times.

Rio Ferdinand has intensified his war of words with Jamie Carragher after Manchester United’s victory over Liverpool. The former United captain responded to a social media jibe from Carragher while joking about their relationship during their time playing together for the England national team.

Cesc Fabregas has admitted that a return to the Premier League is firmly in his future plans as his managerial stock continues to rise at Como. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder has guided the Italian outfit to the brink of European qualification, sparking inevitable links with top jobs back in England.

Mateus Mane continues to generate plenty of interest at Wolves, with Michael Gray telling GOAL that Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has already asked questions of the teenage wonderkid. Several other heavyweight outfits are said to be monitoring the talented 18-year-old, who faces some big decisions on his future at club and international level.

Manchester City have opened preliminary talks over a new contract with Phil Foden despite his reduced role under Pep Guardiola this season. The England international still has one year left on his current deal, but the club are keen to secure his long-term future.

Tottenham may yet steer a course to Premier League safety, but transfer talk will rage on into the summer regardless - with Chris Waddle addressing Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven future questions during an exclusive interview with GOAL. He has suggested that certain individuals are looking for a way out, while Spurs have been told that they need to “change” their recruitment policy as a collective.

Conor Gallagher heaped praise on Roberto De Zerbi after Tottenham hauled themselves out of the relegation zone with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa. The English midfielder claimed that "every player trusts" De Zerbi already, with the Italian coach having overseen two wins, one draw and one defeat in his first four games since replacing Igor Tudor.

For Manchester United, the first half of their game against Liverpool felt like a Sunday afternoon stroll in the park. They were cruising after scoring twice inside 14 minutes and their biggest rivals had barely laid a glove on them. The second half, though, was more akin to a mass brawl in a pub after one pint too many. But it all ended with local boy Kobbie Mainoo having the final say.

Thomas Tuchel has been urged to rethink his World Cup plans when it comes to Harry Maguire, with former England full-back Michael Gray explaining to GOAL why the Manchester United centre-half is worth his “weight in gold” to the Three Lions cause. German tactician Tuchel has some big selection calls to make ahead of a global gathering in North America this summer.

Pep Guardiola has hinted he will remain at Manchester City next season, suggesting he still has the energy to continue building on his legacy. It has been reported that the club are planning for life without the Catalan coach in case he moves on this summer, but his latest comments indicate he plans to see out the final year of his contract.

Eddie Howe will remain as head coach at Newcastle United. This development could also affect Nick Woltemade.

It's official: Tottenham are out of the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs capitalised on a sluggish Aston Villa performance and West Ham's defeat to Brentford a day prior to escape the bottom three on Sunday night, unexpectedly running out comfortable 2-1 winners over Unai Emery's out-of-sorts side at Villa Park.

Arne Slot has fiercely criticised the officiating standards following Liverpool's painful 3-2 defeat to Manchester United, claiming a "complete pattern" of VAR decisions have gone against his side this season. The frustrated manager highlighted a controversial Benjamin Sesko goal that involved a suspected handball, lamenting his team's recurring defensive errors and bad luck.

Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick has admitted to being "very affected" by the news that Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital shortly before the Red Devils' dramatic victory over Liverpool. The legendary former United boss fell ill at Old Trafford ahead of kick-off, requiring medical attention as a precaution.

Michael Carrick has remained coy regarding his Manchester United future following a dramatic 3-2 victory over Liverpool on Sunday. The interim boss has overseen a remarkable resurgence since taking charge, officially securing the club's return to the Champions League, yet he insists that a permanent appointment is ultimately out of his own control.

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has admitted he is still waiting to be fully won over by Kobbie Mainoo, despite the youngster's heroics against Liverpool on Sunday. The former Red Devils captain believes there is still a significant "problem" the midfielder needs to address before he can be considered a top-level talent.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has singled out Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes for his decisive role in inflicting a painful 3-2 defeat on the reigning champions at Old Trafford on Sunday. Despite staging a spirited comeback to level the match, defensive lapses ultimately allowed their rivals to snatch a late victory and secure a Champions League qualification spot.