Kick Off: Bolt's football dream broken; De Bruyne injured again

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TOP HEADLINES

OFFICIAL: Bolt ends Central Coast Mariners trial

Usain Bolt and Central Coast Mariners have amicably agreed to end the Jamaican's training period after a suitable commercial agreement couldn't be found.

De Bruyne set for tests after sustaining fresh knee injury

The Belgian injured his knee in the Carabao Cup win over Fulham, although it did not appear to be the same knee that troubled him earlier this season.

Mbappe, Vinicius & Alexander-Arnold among the 20 nominees for Golden Boy

The list of nominees to win this year's Golden Boy award has been cut down from 100 candidates to the last 20 and with no winner having retained the trophy for a second year it means that it could be someone other than Mbappe.

Man City 2-0 Fulham: Diaz nets brace to send the Sky Blues into EFL Cup last 8

Two-goal Brahim Diaz and Phil Foden caught the eye as Manchester City had little difficulty dispatching Fulham in the EFL Cup.

WHAT THEY SAY

‘I hope to come to Turin soon’ - Zidane sends message to Juventus fans

Zinedine Zidane sends a message to Juventus fans, saying “I hope to come to Turin soon to spend a bit of time with you”.

Luis Suarez: It’s normal that Barcelona are looking for a new No 9

Luis Suarez insists it is normal that Barcelona are searching for his replacement, despite his fine form.

'Turin is my home' - Pogba excited to be returning to face Juventus in UCL

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is excited to be returning to face Juventus on Wednesday - “Turin is my home”.

Figo compares Cristiano Ronaldo and Brazilian former striker Ronaldo

Former Inter and Portugal winger Luis Figo compares Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo and Brazilian former striker Ronaldo.

'Ramos has more mistakes than me' - Lovren suggests Madrid captain is overrated

Dejan Lovren has explained the reason for his close friendship with Liverpool team-mate Mohamed Salah – as he suggested Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos is overrated.

Roberto Martinez on Real Madrid links: "We won't waste our time on that"

The Belgian manager, Roberto Martinez, has spoken about the potential of taking over the Real Madrid job from Santiago Solari after Lopetegui's dismissal.

THESE THINGS HAPPEN

Messi missing as Dybala & Icardi lead Argentina squad to face Mexico

Messi & Aguero missing as Dybala & Icardi lead Argentina squad to face Mexico.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Cuadrado smile in Juventus training

Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to be in high spirits as he trained alongside his team-mates ahead of Juventus' home clash with Cagliari.

Real Madrid eyeing up AC Milan's Suso (SportMediaset)

The Spanish winger has the second highest goal participation in Serie A behind Ronaldo, and it is not first time he has been linked with Real Madrid.

Man Utd receive Depay development from Lyon

Ever since Memphis Depay left Manchester United in 2017, fans have kept a close eye on his progress.

Real Madrid's Vinicius had initial deal with Barcelona

Cadena COPE says the Real Madrid youngster actually had an agreement in place with arch rivals Barça before signing for Los Blancos.

Sterling verbally argees a new five-year deal with Man City (Sky Sports)

Raheem Sterling has verbally agreed a new 5-year deal with Manchester City, Sky Sports News understands.

Napoli turn down €70m Barcelona bid for defender Koulibaly (GdS)

According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, Barcelona are constantly monitoring the situation of Kalidou Koulibaly, for whom they've already submitted an offer to Napoli. 

IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS

Arsenal vs Liverpool: Why it is the most dramatic clash of the 21st century

The Gunners and the Reds go head-to-head again at the Emirates on Saturday, and here's why their meetings have been THE most dramatic English matches of this century.

Messi, Giggs, Totti, Maldini & 20 one-club footballers

Goal takes a look at some of the most high-profile players to have spend their entire careers with the same club.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

'Forever legend' - Frank Lampard receives a warm welcome at Stamford Bridge

FIXTURES OF THE DAY (CET)

Serie A

20:30 Napoli vs Empoli

Ligue 1

20:45 PSG vs Lille