With an expanded World Cup looming, UEFA is flexing its muscles while one of France’s top stars finally sealed a move away from his club.

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin demanded that Europe be given at least 16 of the 48 places at an expanded World Cup. (REPORT)

Olympique Marseille finally sealed a move for Dimitri Payet, who moves back to France after forcing a transfer from West Ham. (REPORT)

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he turned down a significant offer to manage in China. (REPORT)

Crystal Palace has completed the signing of fullback Patrick van Aanholt from Sunderland. (REPORT)

Stoke City playmaker Bojan has joined Bundesliga club Mainz on loan. (REPORT)

Ghana and Egypt sealed their spots in the African Cup of Nations semifinals with wins over the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Morocco, respectively.

Fire crews were called to Old Trafford on Monday morning to deal with a fire in the southern stand. (REPORT)