BBCHow does Slot stack up?
The news that emerged on Tuesday of Feyenoord boss Arne Slot being the leading candidate to replace outgoing Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp may have come as a surprise to many Reds fans. With Liverpool set to open talks with the Eredivisie club on Wednesday, it appears to not just be another name off the rumour mill. The 45-year-old may not be a household name but this is not the first time he has been linked with a Premier League job.
BBC'Fascinating challenges' not 'dark reminders'
It is, perhaps, appropriate that Tottenham have had time to pause and think before they launch into the next three games. Having been thoroughly trounced at Newcastle United, it would have been perilous to embark on preparations for games against Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool straight away. Spurs have tension, history and unresolved issues with all three of the teams they face next.
BBC'Villa's owners and Emery clearly know when it feels right'
News that Unai Emery had agreed a contract extension with Aston Villa was - not surprisingly - very warmly welcomed by fans and it is not hard to see the attractions for both parties. Villa's astonishing progress since Emery's appointment only 18 months ago ensured his name was – and will no doubt continue to be - brought up in discussions as top-level managerial posts around Europe become vacant this summer. There was no suggestion Villa seemed particularly worried about that, but extending his contract serves clear notice they would be ready to fight off any suitors should that situation arise.
BBCCleverley named permanent Watford boss
Tom Cleverley is named the new permanent head coach of Championship club Watford.