Arsenal, Manchester United, Everton and Wolves are all chasing a summer deal for Porto winger Yacine Brahimi, according to reports in Portugal. The 29-year-old, who has nine goals and six assists this season, is set to leave Estadio do Dragao on a free transfer at the end of the campaign after rejecting a new contract at the club. Since joining Porto in 2014, Brahimi has scored 50 goals and provided 40 assists in 199 games. He also helped the club lift the Primeira Liga title last season, but is reportedly keen to end his spell with the champions and move to the Premier League. And, according to Portuguese outlet Correiro…

The Blaugrana are aiming to make it 30 competitive games without losing when they take on their cross-town rivals in the Estadi Cornella-El Prat Barcelona take on local rivals Espanyol in the quarter-final of the Copa del Rey as they look to continue their defence of the trophy. Ernesto Valverde’s men come into the game following an impressive comeback victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga and they will be eager to extend their unbeaten run to 30 games on Wednesday. As well as putting a 29-game unbeaten streak together, the Blaugrana boast the mental edge over Quique Sanchez Flores’ side, having already thrashed them 5-0 at Camp Nou back…

The Uruguayan was shown a second yellow card after a challenge with Koke in the Copa del Rey semi-final, though Barca are appealing the decision Barcelona have confirmed they will appeal against the suspensions that will rule Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets out of the Copa del Rey final. Barcelona barely deserve Copa berth Luis Enrique’s side drew 1-1 with Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Tuesday to seal a 3-2 aggregate triumph in the semi-final tie, but finished the match with nine men after Sergi Roberto and Suarez were dismissed. Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress in Spurs win Magnificent Mane takes centre…

Paul Pogba was one of six Manchester United players to receive a 3/10 rating from French publication L’Equipe after losing to Paris Saint-Germain. PSG took control of their Champions League last 16 clash against United with a 2-0 victory in the first leg at Old Trafford to inflict Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first defeat as manager. Two priceless away goals from Presnel Kimpembe and Kylian Mbappe ensured the French champions take a commanding lead back to the Parc des Princes. In the closing stages of the game, Pogba received a red card which will rule him out of the return leg in the first week of March. And the writers of L’Equipe (France’s most respected daily…

The Rojiblancos have hit greater heights ever since the arrival of the Argentine coach at the end of 2011, but are struggling somewhat this term COMMENT “Loves that kill never die.” That was the message on one of the numerous banners held aloft by Atletico Madrid fans outside the team’s hotel on Tuesday ahead of their side’s Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Barcelona on Wednesday. Simeone: I’m happy when Carrasco is angry Another simply stated: “We want to win the Copa.” Atletico are just two matches away from the final and hundreds of supporters congregated to offer their support to the team. Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping…

West Ham want to bring fans closer to the action at the London Stadium in a bid to improve the matchday experience for supporters. The lower tiers of the Sir Trevor Brooking and Booby Moore stands, behind the goalposts at either end of the ground, may be moved forward by four metres. They also want the stands to be squared-off in line with a more traditional football stadium. The Hammers have written to season ticket holders who currently sit in those areas to inform them of the plans. The proposals have also already been presented to the West Ham Official Supporters’ Board. Karren Brady, the club’s vice chairman, said: “Last…

The defender will be out for an estimated two weeks after suffering a muscle injury against Barcelona, and will miss Sunday’s game with Celta Vigo Atletico Madrid will be without Diego Godin as they look to get their season back on track against Celta Vigo on Sunday after the defender suffered an adductor injury. Godin was substituted in the 49th minute of Tuesday’s absorbing 1-1 draw at Barcelona, which sent the Catalans through to the Copa del Rey final 3-2 on aggregate following a second leg that saw three players sent off. WATCH: Memphis nets first Lyon goal Editors' Picks Sarri vindicated for dropping Kepa as Chelsea & Pedro impress…

Chelsea supporters expressed their discontent for Maurizio Sarri during the side’s 2-0 FA Cup loss to Manchester United on Monday night. The Blues were well beaten by the Red Devils at Stamford Bridge with the result coming just over a week after their 6-0 humiliation at Manchester City. In the second half, as the situation became more and more hopeless, Chelsea fans began to voice their built up frustrations with the side’s style of play. Maurizio Sarri’s ‘Sarriball’ came in for criticism with supporters simply shouting: “F*** Sarriball” on repeat around the ground. Song’s such as: “You don’t know what you’re doing,” also rang out around the stadium, and when…

Ashley Young welcomed former team-mate Angel Di Maria back to Old Trafford by shoving him into the stands during Manchester United’s Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain. Every touch by the Argentine was met with a chorus of boos from the United faithful, who are yet to forgive him for his hugely disappointing spell in Manchester. And the biggest cheer of the night came when Young sent Di Maria flying into touch with an aggressive shoulder charge. With the ball rolling out of play, both men were racing to get there first, and as they reached the touchline, the full-back made certain Di Maria wasn’t winning the race. Young, who…

Mauricio Pochettino has given his Tottenham players permission to take a short holiday after they put one foot in the Champions League quarter-finals. Spurs produced a sensational second-half display at Wembley on Wednesday night against Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund to build a commanding 3-0 lead ahead of their last-16 second leg. The north London club, who travel to Germany for the return match early next month, do not have a fixture until February 23 having been knocked out of the FA Cup. Manager Pochettino intends to use the break to go abroad, while his squad will also be given time away from football after he described them as “heroes”. “The…