Sam Dean

From midfielder who Declan Rice called ‘England’s best’ to a playmaker ‘perfect’ for Chelsea, here are the rising stars with biggest futures

As we approach the halfway mark in the season, Telegraph Sport ranks the campaign’s leading lights and you can vote for your Christmas No 1

Arsenal may be flying high but £64m summer signing’s anonymous displays have been underwhelming and concern among supporters is growing

With Liverpool striker having announced Anfield farewell, debate can begin on his place in pantheon of top flight’s greatest players

Spanish club complain to Uefa after supporters resort to dark arts ahead of Champions League semi-final in London

Manager’s unique methods and attention to detail created a united squad strong enough to end 22-year wait for Premier League title

Co-chair on celebrating goals in his living room, European Super League protests and the question he asked Mikel Arteta about Declan Rice

Adventurous thinking and considerable investment into the national game has helped produce a golden generation of talent

French Football Federation president accuses ex-goalkeeper Jose Luis Chilavert of making ‘racist remarks’ before World Cup last-16 clash

Eden Hazard and Willian signings among deals investigated but club have successfully appealed against suspended six-point penalty