Mark Douglas

Bournemouth are trying to solve a very modern Premier League puzzle. Invest – and they have done that in spades under ambitious owner Bill Foley – and you can make big strides forward. But sooner or later, a combination of the top flight’s restrictive fin... See more

Liam Rosenior is among the early frontrunners to replace Enzo Maresca after his departure from Chelsea was confirmed on New Year’s Day. The Chelsea board held a meeting later today amid rising uncertainty around Maresca’s future. The Blues had not won for... See more

Newcastle United have a midfielder and full-backs on their wish list for January, but the club may make “opportunistic” moves for marquee names if they become available. A month out from the transfer window, it is being stressed that detailed plans are no... See more

Newcastle United will be one of the top clubs in the world by 2030 and winning the Premier League is a realistic short-term aim for the club. That is the bullish verdict of Newcastle CEO David Hopkinson, who described the Magpies as a “rocket ship” as he ... See more

Whatever lies at the heart of Tottenham’s problems the answer is not sacking Thomas Frank. Certainly not in the next few weeks, whatever the run of results that follows Tuesday night’s niggly draw at St James’ Park. A mid-season sacking might satisfy some... See more