Arsenal and England striker Danny Welbeck has undergone knee surgery and is set to be out of action for the next nine months.

France striker Karim Benzema has been arrested as part of an investigation into a blackmail case over a sex tape involving another player.

Louis van Gaal has confirmed Manchester United are in the process of recruiting a new striker.

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud believes Chelsea are “pleased” with the way they play - and reckons neither club will be ready to change their football philosophy in the quest for success again next season.