Why can't the Premier League attract the world's best players?

Vinicius Jr chose to stay at Real Madrid, but why does the Premier League rarely attract global superstars at their peak?

Boardroom struggle deepens gloom as West Ham prepare for life on the outside

The power battle over Vanessa Gold’s shares and the David Sullivan Panorama allegations are overshadowing the start of the season in the Championship There have been 10 summers of West Ham’s London Stadium tenancy and a number of winters of discontent. As the Hammers kick off their new season on Saturday, their Carabao Cup first-round fixture with Portsmouth serves as a stark reminder of reduced circumstances, further confirmation of last season’s relegation from the Premier League. The summer has been as bleak as any of those winters, a collision of factors deepening the gloom of relegation.

A secret invite and other 'pinch-me' moments before Leicester woke up

Leicester are gearing up for League One but 10 years ago they were defending Premier League champions. The dream moments haven't been forgotten.

Gallagher ready to show what he can do under De Zerbi at Spurs

Timing in sport often defines a career and for Conor Gallagher and Tottenham Hotspur, it probably could not have been worse.

Image of Spygate 'far from truth' says Eckert

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert says he is "grateful" to owner Dragon Solak for backing him in the wake of the Spygate scandal.

Emotional Guimaraes wanted Arsenal move, says Newcastle chief

Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club did not plan to sell Bruno Guimaraes, but their "very emotional" captain wanted to join Arsenal.

Man City open to selling midfielder Rodri

Manchester City are open to selling midfielder Rodri but would demand more than £60m for the Spain captain, sources have told BBC Sport.

Bayern Munich vs Aston Villa in pre-season LIVE!

McKenna: Once I become world champion I’m going to take over

Aaron McKenna may be tall, and have a frame that he claims could one day carry him to heavyweight, but he made the weight well on Friday.

Van Barneveld fined and suspended in latest Darts Regulation Authority case list

Five-time world champion Raymond van Barneveld has been fined and suspended by the Darts Regulation Authority for inappropriate behaviour and offensive language.

Celtic sign Egypt winger Hassan in time for key Champions League tie

Celtic have announced the signing of winger Haissem Hassan from Real Oviedo in a potential £9m move.

Make your Scottish Premiership predictions with every game analysed

Stuttering starts, goals in every match and plenty of excitement - the Scottish Premiership returned with a bang and there is more to look forward to this weekend.