Premier League release new statement on restart proposals for the season

Gary Neville has taken a swipe at Chelsea over the club's "cowardly" approach to the crisis in Ukraine following the Russian invasion. The club's Russian owner announced on Saturday evening that he has handed over control of the club to the board of trustees for Chelsea's charitable foundation.He will remain the owner though, with further anger caused by the club's official statement on the Ukraine crisis on Sunday.Chelsea's released a 24-word statement which reads: "The situation in Ukraine is horrific and devastating.

Liverpool's star midfielder Thiago was spotted in tears ahead of the Carabao Cup final on Sunday afternoon.Thiago had been named among Jurgen Klopp's starting eleven to face Chelsea, with the first silverware of the season up for grabs at Wembley.However, after picking up an injury in the warm-up, Thiago was replaced by Naby Keita in the starting side.And after the national anthem, Sky Sports cameras picked up a heartbroken Thiago, in tears, being comforted by Alisson.The Brazilian had his arm around Thiago, who could barely contain his emotions of the disappointment of missing out on the showpiece.Liverpool didn't expand on the injury, only announcing that he would not be able to play in the clash.The Reds tweeted: "Thiago has got injured during the warm-up.

MH17 has demanded the West does more to counter president Vladimir Putin. Richard Mayne, 20, was one of 283 passengers on board the plane that was shot down as it flew over eastern Ukraine in July 2014.

Ukraine, all the while casually smoking a cigarette. In the clip, the unnamed middle-aged man, wearing a coat and a pair of jeans, carries the explosive device in his hands like it is a hot potato.He moves it from the road and into some woodland, although the recording ends before showing how he managed to put it down.Twitter-verified media account The New Voice of Ukraine shared the footage on the social media site on Sunday (February 27) and commented that the man risked his life to help his country defend itself from the ongoing invasion by Russia.It tweeted: "A Ukrainian in Berdyansk spotted a mine on the road and didn't wait around for a bomb disposal unit – at great risk to life and limb, he removed the mine, clearing the way for the Ukrainian military."One user commented: "Thinking of my grandfather – If I’m going out I’m going with my Lucky Strikes.

Liverpool and Chelsea have performed a pre-match tribute for Ukraine ahead of the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.The two sides expressed their support for the war-torn country following the invasion launched by Russian president Vladimir Putin this week.Captains Jordan Henderson and Cesar Azpilicueta lead out their teams holding blue and yellow wreaths, the colours of the Ukraine flag.A minutes applause was then held, during which time Liverpool supporters belted out their anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.After the national anthem was sung both sets of players posed for a picture with the wreaths. It comes after several other protests in the Premier League against the military operation over the weekend.Everton players entered the pitch draped in Ukraine flags in support of team-mate Vitaliy Mykolenko before their clash with Manchester City.Manchester United and Watford players urged peace with a sign ahead of their fixture.And Aston Villa's Matty Cash displayed a message of support for his Poland colleague Tomasz Kedziora who is caught up in the crisis.Chelsea have been impacted by Putin's military operation, with Russian owner Roman Abramovich handing over control of the club in recent days.The Russian billionaire announced he has handed over 'stewardship and care' of the club on Saturday.However, he remains owner of the club.Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel admitted earlier this week that the whole situation had impacted his side's preparation.He said: "We should not pretend that this is not an issue and I agree."The situation for me and for everybody here, for the players, is horrible.

missing 19-year-old who vanished without a trace nine months ago.Jamie Cannon disappeared on May 20 last year and police revealed six months later that he had not made a single dent in his bank account or even turned on his phone.His devastated mum Lynn Cannon appealed for a renewed search in October in an emotional video in which she said she would never have let him leave the house had she known that it would be the last time she saw him'.Police confirmed on Sunday, (February 27) that the body, thought to be that of Jamie Cannon, was discovered in their search as investigations continue to establish the identtiy.His family has been informed of recent heartbreaking news. Cops were called to the Ardeer area of Stevenston, North Ayrshire with officials saying today that enquiries are now ongoing to establish the circumstances and identity.It is understood the youngster was found within a category B listed building known as Africa House.Mum Lynn's heartbreaking message to Jamie was there was still hope he would return paid tribute to his cooking and banter with his brothers.

English Premier League season. With the end of the league campaign a number of players across the league will be out of contract, as well as those who refused to extend their deals beyond June 30.

straight to your inbox Rio Ferdinand has assessed Man City's chances of winning the Champions League following their 5-0 win over Newcastle United in the Premier League. Gabriel Jesus opened the scoring before Riyad Mahrez added City 's second.

Manchester United are reportedly ready to push ahead with a summer move for James Maddison.

Premier League clubs have “unanimously agreed” to let players sign short-term contract extensions until the end of the 2019/20 campaign if their deals are due to expire on 30 June.

Manchester City will look to buy a new central defender this summer, with possible outgoings also set to influence their transfer dealings.

Though football may have come to a standstill due to the coronavirus outbreak and it's not yet known when the current season will be completed, Manchester City will still no doubt have one eye cast on preparations for the following campaign.

Adam Lallana is one of a host of big name Premier League stars who have been left in limbo.

Premier League footballers have launched a multimillion pound fund to support NHS charities in response to the coronavirus crisis.

It might prove to be their finest hour.

Manchester City fans are taking to Twitter to ask David Silva to extend his stay at the club in order to receive the send-off he deserves from supporters.

It wasn’t the way David Silva would have imagined ending his decade of service for Manchester City after 11 major trophies (and counting) and a magisterial reign over the Etihad.

James Milner has taken things up another notch with regards to his hilarious social media posts amid the coronavirus lockdown after posting his isolation XI.

A number of Premier League stars are set to be available for free when their contracts expire at the end of the season.

David Beckham is reportedly keen to try to convince Manchester City midfielder David Silva to turn down a move to New York City and join his new Inter Miami side at the end of the season instead.

straight to your inbox Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has tipped Manchester United to become title contenders next season. Liverpool walked the Premier League this season, brushing aside last season's champions Manchester City to win their first league title in 30 years.