Kick Off: Andre Gomes' surgery successful; Madrid legend Guti → Almeria coach

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TOP HEADLINE

OFFICIAL: Everton confirm Andre Gomes' surgery procedure went extremely well

Everton have issued a positive update on Andre Gomes after his horror injury in yesterday’s 1-1 draw at home to Tottenham.

OFFICIAL: Real Madrid legend Guti appointed as Almeria new head coach

At 43 years old, it will be Guti's first job as coach of a professional team after he spent time in the youth system at Real Madrid, as well as being assistant to Senol Gunes at Besiktas.

TRANSFER RUMOURS

Real Madrid considering the bid of £70m plus Bale for Sterling (Sky Sports)

Real Madrid are preparing to test Man City’s resolve with an audacious offer of Gareth Bale plus £70m in exchange for Raheem Sterling.

Woodward earmarked Verratti and Varane before he stepped aside from Utd (MEN)

Ed Woodward earmarked Marco Verratti and Raphael Varane as his dream signings before he stepped aside from Manchester United's recruitment strategy.

Chelsea join Utd in the race to sign Lyon's Dembele after transfer ban (Mail)

Chelsea have entered the race for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele.

Arsenal identify Allegri & Arteta as targets should they sack Emery (Mirror)

Former Juventus manager Max Allegri and ex-Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta are among the candidates to replace Unai Emery if the Spaniard is axed by Emirates chiefs.

VOICES

Valverde: When Barcelona lose you always look at the coach, I assume it

Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde has come under a lot of pressure in recent days, following the Blaugrana's 3-1 loss away at Levante on Saturday, yet he has looked to explain the reasons behind the surprise defeat.

Aguero believes Liverpool are the only team who can hurt Man City this season

Sergio Aguero believes European champions Liverpool are the only team who can hurt Manchester City this season.

Klopp hits back at suggestions from Guardiola and insists Mane is not a diver

Jurgen Klopp hit back at suggestions from Pep Guardiola that Sadio Mane is a diver as he defended Liverpool's star man.

WHAT'S HAPPENING

OPINION: It's not just Real Madrid that miss Ronaldo, Ronaldo also misses Real Madrid

It is not just Real Madrid that misses Cristiano Ronaldo; the Portuguese forward also pines for his former club.

Tottenham appeal Son Heung-Min red card against Everton (Sky Sports)

Tottenham have appealed the red card issued to Heung-Min Son for his tackle on Everton midfielder Andre Gomes on Sunday, according to Sky Sports.

€100m Sancho tops list of the most valuable talents born in 2000, Vinicius 2nd

Transfermarkt listed the most valuable talents born in 2000 in the world as Sancho on top.

Dembele & Umtiti return to Barca squad for Slavia clash, Arthur & Suarez out

Dembele and Carles Alena are in Barca squad for Slavia clash as Umtiti has received the medical clearance and also be named in the squad. Arthur, Junior Firpo and injured Suarez out.

Why Ramos and Modric are buying €5,000 bronze ants

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has bought several of the quirky art pieces, prompting friend and team mate Luka Modric to also invest in one of the 60cm-long bronze ants.

Liverpool complete 7-year turnaround to top European rankings ahead of Man City

Liverpool have moved to top spot in the European Club Index for the first time since their records began in 2007.

AF COLUMN & DEPTH

VOTE: Who is your pick for All Football Player of the Week?

Who is the best player of last week? We name 5 candidates based on their ratings & performances. Please vote for the player who impressed you most last week.

After Andre Gomes' horrific injury, here are 10 of football's worst leg breaks

Everton have confirmed that Andre Gomes has suffered a fracture dislocation to his right ankle and have issued a positive update on Andre Gomes after his horror injury.

All Football TOTW: TEN-GOAL maker Werner partners Messi, Mane & De Ligt included

Who shone enough to make this time's Team of the Week? Have a scroll down and see if you agree with our choices.

What is going on with Dembele?

Ousmane Dembele’s time at Barcelona is marked by murky surroundings which may never be clarified. To add to his many controversies during the last two and a half years, we must add the latest mystery - him not even being in the squad for Saturday's game against Levante.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Beautiful girl! Let's guess what the Arsenal female fan will say!

FIXTURES OF THE DAY

Champions League

UTC 2019/11/05 17:55   Barcelona vs Slavia Prague

UTC 2019/11/05 20:00   Chelsea vs Ajax

UTC 2019/11/05 20:00   Liverpool vs Genk

UTC 2019/11/05 20:00   Napoli vs Salzburg

UTC 2019/11/05 20:00   Dortmund vs Inter

UTC 2019/11/05 20:00   Valencia vs Lille