The gap at the top of the Premier League was extended to 13 points on Wednesday after a 2-0 victory over Newcastle. Liverpool took full advantage as second-place Arsenal dropped more points in a 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest.

Liverpool have a growing interest in Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak, while Arsenal also remain keen on a move for the 25-year-old. (Times - subscription required), external Newcastle United are pursuing a deal to sign 22-year-old Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford.

Obi, 17, has made three senior appearances in the last few weeks for United having joined from Arsenal in October.

West Ham will look to enjoy back-to-back wins for the first time under new boss Graham Potter as they host an increasingly desperate-looking Leicester City at the London Stadium on Thursday. The Hammers come into this match reenergized after a statement 1-0 away win at title-chasing Arsenal last Saturday,

Dusan Vlahovic was once again disappointing as Juventus shocking crashed out of the Coppa Italia at the hands of Empoli.

Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing Declan Rice from Arsenal in the summer transfer window, according to Fichajes. The report has claimed that PSG have made an offer of €135 million plus bonuses for the England international midfielder.

All the latest football news and reaction as Manchester United are knocked out of the FA Cup by Fulham and Manchester City are drawn away to Bournemouth in the quarter-finals.

All the latest football news and reaction to the FA Cup fifth-round tie as Nottingham Forest beat Ipswich plus build-up as the last-16 of the Champions League begins.

T wo sides struggling to pick up the results they need to stay the course in their domestic title races meet in Eindhoven on Tuesday with injury-racked Arsenal still strong favori

John Bennett presents a preview to the Champions League Last 16 first legs.

All the latest football news and reaction as Liverpool pull further clear in the Premier League title race as Arsenal are held by Nottingham Forest.