Exclusives

James Rodriguez has now revealed the main reason why he was loaned out of Real Madrid by manager, Zinedine Zidane.  Rodriguez was sent to Bayern Munich on a two-year loan and rumours began to circulate that it was because he was lazy in training. But the midfielder has hit back at those claims and insisted that it was only because Zidane wanted to bring his own players into the fold.

Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte says he is not certain if he would remain at Stanford Bridge next season amidst rumour that Chelsea owner, Roman Abrahmovic may have already secured a deal for his replacement at the end of the campaign. This week, reports emerged that Juventus coach Maximilliano Allegri has been lined up as replacement for the Italian at the end of the season. Conversely, Conte has also been reportedly linked with a shock move to Paris Saint Germain.

Sky Sports says Tottenham Chairman Daniel Levy insists that no Spurs players will be sold before their new stadium is finished. According to the report, Key stars such as Harry Kane and Dele Alli, whom Spurs are hoping to pin to a new contract, are reportedly of interest to some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including Real Madrid.

Nigeria begin their battle for a first African Nations Championship (CHAN) title with an opening group C game against Rwanda in Tangier on Monday. The present team are managed by coach Salisu Yusuf, and will aim to better the record of their predecessors who exited at the group-stage two years ago.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said he could not confirm whether Alexis Sanchez would remain at the club until the end of the season amid interest from both Manchester clubs. He however said if the club secure a replacement, the Chilean would be allowed to leave this January
According to Sky Sports while Wenger maintains it would be "normal" for Sanchez to stay until his contract elapses at the end of the season, he admitted that "nothing is decided one way or another".

Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte has explained the reason why he substituted star man, Eden Hazard on Wednesday night, during the Carabao cup Semi Final tie against London rival Arsenal. The two London clubs played out a dull goalless draw in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final at Stanford Bridge. Chelsea fans who expected that their playmaker would make a difference were surprised when Hazard was pulled out with some believing that he may have sustained injury.