Antonio Conte to undergo surgery to remove gallbladder

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte says surgery to remove his gallbladder “has gone well” and he is now beginning his recovery before his return to the club. The 53-year-old Italian required an operation on Wednesday after he was diagnosed with cholecystitis, an inflammation of the gallbladder.

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Newcastle beat Southampton to reach Carabao Cup Final

Newcastle United reached their first cup final since 1999 by overcoming Southampton in the EFL Cup at an ecstatic St James’ Park. Eddie Howe’s resurgent side will face either Manchester United or Nottingham Forest at Wembley as the Magpies attempt to win their first major trophy since the Inter Cities’ Fairs Cup in 1969.

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Arsenal sign Jorginho from Chelsea for £12m

Arsenal have confirmed the permanent signing of Chelsea midfielder Jorginho after striking an agreement for £12million. The Italian midfielder has put pen to paper on an 18-month contract at the Emirates after finding himself on the periphery of the Chelsea squad in recent months.

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Everton appoint Sean Dyche as new manager

Everton have confirmed the appointment of former Burnley boss Sean Dyche as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract. Dyche is the seventh permanent manager hired by Toffees owner Farhad Moshiri since he took over the club nearly seven years ago and he is tasked with helping them avoid relegation.

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Son shines as Spurs see off Preston to progress – FA Cup

Heung-Min Son stepped up in Harry Kane’s absence and produced two fierce strikes to help Tottenham into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 3-0 win at Championship side Preston. The win was capped late on by a goal for debutant Arnaut Danjuma, who glanced in a third to make his first appearance after signing on loan from Villarreal a memorable one.

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