Chelsea submit plans for 60,000-seater stadium Premier League champions Chelsea have submitted a planning application to re-develop their Stamford Bridge ground into a new 60,000-seater stadium. Southampton’s Fonte ruled out of League Cup quarter-final Southampton will be without captain Jose Fonte for the League Cup quarter-final at home to Liverpool. Palace won’t spend stake sale funds on transfers – Parish Crystal Palace fans should not expect the club to splash out on player transfers. Klopp gives goalkeeper Mignolet vote of confidence Liverpool are happy with the form of Belgian goalkeeper Simon Mignolet and are not looking for a replacement. Gerrard’s return to training ground a boost, says Klopp The return of former club skipper Steven Gerrard to Liverpool's training ground has put a smile on everyone's faces, manager Juergen Klopp said. Villanovense game a danger for Barca, coach says Holders Barcelona will be not be taking Wednesday's King's Cup last 32, second leg at home to Villanovense lightly. Benitez dismisses reports of spat with Rodriguez Real Madrid coach Rafa Benitez has dismissed reports he has a poor relationship with James Rodriguez. Benzema should not play for France, says Prime minister French Prime minister Manuel Valls says Karim Benzema should not be called up to the France squad, since his case is still under investigation. Newcastle recall Williamson after Lascelles injury While Lascelles recovers from his injury, Newcastle has called upon Williamson to replace him. Chinese investors buy stake in Manchester City group Chinese investors are looking to buy a large stake in the group that owns Manchester City. Swansea’s Monk needs to wake up to reality, says Roberts Former Wales international Iwan Roberts says Swansea City manager Garry Monk needs to wake up to the fact that the club are fighting for Premier League survival. Delph ready to kick-start Manchester City career Manchester City midfielder Delph is ready to make a comeback after suffering from a hamstring injury for three months.
