The big shock is the news that Jose Mourinho has replaced Mauricio Pochettino as Tottenham Hotspur manager, ending the reign of the Argentine who had spent over five years at the North London club. Mourinho will take charge of Spurs against West Ham, whilst Sheffield United will aim to scalp another so-called ‘big six’ side as they host Manchester United. Check out the latest Premier League news and rumours below:
1. Mourinho's stunning wage
Jose Mourinho’s wage at Tottenham Hotspur is said to be £15m per year, almost double what Mauricio Pochettino earned. (The Sun) Photo: Claudio Villa
2. Poch rejected chance to quit
Pochettino is said to have rejected the chance to quit last week, before finally being sacked by Levy. (Various) Photo: Matthew Lewis
3. Bale angers Zidane
A January Premier League move for Gareth Bale could be on, after the Welshman enraged manager Zinedine Zidane further by holding aloft a flat that said “Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order.” (Various) Photo: Harry Trump
4. Inter want Giroud
Inter Milan are desperate to take Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud to Italy. (The Sun) Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos