Jurgen Klopp plays down Steven Gerrard theory, Roman Abramovich's Chelsea deal progresses

Your Premier League headlines for Wednesday, May 18.

Jurgen Klopp has played down suggestions he will speak to Steven Gerrard ahead of Aston Villa’s game season finale against Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s side host the Villains in their finale match knowing a victory will ensure the Premier League title.

Liverpool fans will be praying their club legend can conjure up a master plan to earn a result at the Etihad Stadium, with a draw good enough as long as the Reds beat Wolves on home soil. Following Liverpool’s 2-1 comeback win against Southampton, Klopp refuted claims he will speak to Gerrard ahead of the clash.

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“No, of course not,” Klopp said when asked post-match. “Stevie prepares now for Burnley, who are fighting for everything. It’s Villa’s last home game. They will play that game and then collect the bones and go again on Sunday.

“There’s no reason to talk to him. We all know that Villa wants to win because Villa wants to win - that’s it.”

Ivan Toney has hit out on social media after his family members were allegedly racially abused at Goodison Park. Merseyside police are investigating the claims made after Brentford’s 3-2 win against Everton.

Former Newcastle United striker Toney posted a defiant message on Twitter following the game and has now opened up about the incident to Sky Sports. He said: "It's sad that I'm still having to sit here and talk about racism without my family just going to a game like any normal person and having a normal day.

“Emotions sometimes get the better of people but it should never come out that is a reason for being racist. You can be angry with certain results but never should you