Pictures: SEE Liverpool's Home Kit For The 2015/16 Season [Revealed]

Liverpool have unveiled their New Balance kit for the 2015/16 season.

Simon Mignolet, Martin Skrtel and Raheem Sterling were among the players present at Anfield to show off the new look, though will the latter be there to wear it in August?

The main press shot sees Adam Lallana, Raheem Sterling and Philippe Coutinho looking in the same direction, as Daniel Sturridge keeps his head down and Jordan Henderson stares straight ahead, prompting some wags to suggest the former trio were looking at Steven Gerrard heading for the exit door, with Sturridge teary and captain-in-waiting Henderson unmoved!

Ronaldo And Messi Don't Save Lives!' - Mourinho Baffled By Footballers' Influence

Jose Mourinho is baffled at the influence on society of footballers such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, considering they “don't save lives”.

The Chelsea boss - one of the most recognisable figures in football - believes people from other walks of life deserve greater status given the tasks they perform on a daily basis.

Mourinho also questioned those who regard football as the most important thing in life.

"I am passionate about football, of course," the former Real Madrid boss told The Daily Telegraph. "But for us professionals, if it means everything then we are in trouble; and for supporters it is the same.

"In Portugal they say that you can change everything except your mum and your football club. I understand football’s power, socially, politically and culturally, but how can a football player be in the top 100 of the most influential people in the world in Forbes magazine?"

When it was pointed out to Mourinho that two footballers are in the top 100, Ronaldo (30th) and Messi (45th), he added: "It’s absurd! We don’t save lives!

"I know that people can jump from a fifth floor because their team lost a game, but that person has problems.

"How can you compare a football player, a football manager with a scientist, a doctor? You cannot compare."

Mourinho worked with Ronaldo for three seasons at the Santiago Bernabeu, where he clashed with Messi's Barcelona on numerous occasions, before returning to the Chelsea helm in 2013.

After a silverware-less first season back at Stamford Bridge, he lifted the League Cup earlier this year and his Blues have a comfortable seven-point lead in the Premier League with a game in hand.

Wilshere to Man City? Arsenal don't need to sell their stars - Wenger

Arsene Wenger insists Arsenal are no longer forced to sell their best players amid reports linking Jack Wilshere with a move to Manchester City.

Goal understands City are monitoring Wilshere's situation as they prepare to refresh a squad that looks unlikely to defend last season's Premier League title and is one of the oldest of any major club in Europe.

Recent years have seen Robin van Persie, Samir Nasri and Gael Clichy make a similar switch from north London to Manchester but Wenger insists that Wilshere, who has struggled with form and fitness this season, is going nowhere.

When asked about the possibility of the midfielder joining City, Wenger replied: "We are not in a position anymore where we have to sell our best players."

Wilshere has made just 12 appearances in all competitions for Arsenal this season, scoring one goal.

Manuel Pellegrini Insists Manchester City's Season Is 'Not A Disaster'

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has reiterated his side’s disappointing season is ‘not a disaster.’

The current Premier League champions have waned in recent months as the defence of their title has floundered, epitomised by their defeat at Crystal Palace on Monday.

The loss left them nine points adrift of leaders Chelsea after a fourth successive away reverse, but Pellegrini remains in positive spirits despite the malaise.

“We hope we continue keeping the good things we are doing because we are not a disaster, we’re not a mess. We are doing a lot of things well,” said the Chilean.

“We must improve because we are not having the results we need but never in my way of thinking are we happy with a draw.”

City head into this weekend’s Manchester derby boasting a phenomenal recent record over United having won the last four encounters, including a 1-0 victory in November.

Another win on Sunday would set a new record for successive victories over their arch rivals, and Pellegrini is determined to establish an attacking approach.

“Never is a draw a good result. I understand we are not having the results that we need playing away – 2015 is not a good year for us – but before that we were the best team playing away,” said the 61-year-old.

City’s poor form has raised questions about Pellegrini’s future beyond the end of the season, but the Chilean has refused to be concerned by any rumours.

He said: "I feel everyone supports me at the club, the players. I think the players are happy in the way we work and the way we play.

"I don't see any problems inside the club but you never know what will happen in August and at the end of the season.”

Club captain Vincent Kompany is doubtful for Sunday's match at Old Trafford after picking up a hamstring injury in Monday's defeat, whilst strikers Wilfried Bony and Stevan Jovetic are definitely ruled out.

Ex-Liverpool Star Will Rejoin Former Club This Summer

The 34-year-old has spent three season in Turkey with Fenerbahce after joining from Liverpool in 2012.

The Dutchman enjoyed a successful period on Merseyside, scoring 71 goals during his six years at Anfield.

However, he will now be heading back to Feyenoord as he returns to the club Liverpool signed him from for £10m in 2006.

"I'm coming home after the summer and I can't wait to play again in De Kuip," Kuyt told the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf.

"Feyenoord have always been a draw. We talked about a return when I left Liverpool but it didn't happen."


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Arsenal Ready £25m Bid For Serie A Ace

Arsenal are prepared to pay £25m to secure the signature of Palermo striker Paulo Dybala, according to reports in Italy.

Arsene Wenger continues to be linked with a move for the Argentine striker who has been earning rave reviews in Serie A this season.

Dybala was among the scorers once again last weekend as he took his tally to 13 goals in 28 appearances.

Juventus have also been linked with the 21-year-old and there looks set to be a bidding war for his signature during the summer.

Tuttosport is reporting that Arsenal are ready to outbid the Italian giants with a £25m move plus bonuses which could put them in pole position to sign Dybala at the end of the season.

Louis Van Gaal 'Dreaming' Of first Manchester Derby Victory

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he has been dreaming of claiming his maiden Manchester derby victory this weekend.

City head to Old Trafford on Sunday having inflicted defeat on the Dutchman in his opening derby meeting, a 1-0 win in November, and the showdown offers more than just bragging rights for the victors.

United sit a point and a place above their rivals in third in the table with competition for eventual league standigns at stake, and van Gaal is aware of the euphoria the derby creates in Manchester.

“I dream of it, every player shall dream of the victory. I am not so often in the city, but when I am, the people are talking about the derby,” said the United boss.

“I like it. You play football for the fans and I hope we can give our fans the victory. All the players understand the meaning of a victory and I know it also."

A victory for the blue half of Manchester at the weekend would set a new record of five straight derby victories for City, but van Gaal says he is not concerned by Manuel Pellegrini’s side’s recent dominance.

He said: “That's not my history. What can I say? We have lost 1-0. That is my history, the last game we played against them and we had a red card in the 39th minute, I believe.

“In such games always you have to control your aggression and we did not do that then so I hope we have learned from that moment.''

City have struggled of late and United go into the game as slight favourites after a run of five successive league victories, but van Gaal believes form is irrelevant in derby fixtures.

“'Manchester City has lost several games, but I don't think that shall be a big influence in the game because it is a special game,” said the 63-year-old.

The Dutch manager has confirmed that striker Robin Van Persie is not fit enough to return to the squad, whilst left back Luke Shaw is also definitely out.

Mascherano: I want Dani Alves & Xavi to stay at Barcelona

Barcelona defender Javier Mascherano has admitted that he wants both Dani Alves and Xavi to stay at Camp Nou.

Dani Alves looks set to leave the Blaugrana after seven stellar years of service, with the Brazilian's agent having announced on Thursday that his client had found the Catalan club's most recent contract offer "unsatisfactory".

Xavi, meanwhile, is undecided on his next step after recently travelling to Qatar to hold talks with Al Sadd about a possible summer switch.

Mascherano, though, is praying that both players are still a part of the Barca squad next season.

“Dani Alves has been one of the best players this club has ever had," the Argentine is quoted as saying by the club's official website. "He’s a great performer.

"I’d like him to stay. He’s an amazing person, a real fun guy and very professional."

As for Xavi, Mascherano says that the veteran midfielder still has so much to offer, both as a player and role model.

“I wasn’t surprised that Xavi got a standing ovation against Almeria [on Wednesday]," the versatile centre-half added. "He has had many ovations because of what he represents to this institution.

"He holds the record for the most titles won with FC Barcelona and is one of the biggest heroes in the history of the club.

"It would be great if he could stay here because of all he offers. He is everything being an FC Barcelona player is about – the way he behaves and the example he sets for youngsters."

Dani Alves' current contract with Barca expires this summer, while Xavi still has a year to run on his deal with the Liga leaders.