He said: The intensity of the modern game means the physical demands on the players are so high these days. And Defoe admitted: Im not going to lie, I was just as confident. 7Most Read in footballdiamonds are foreverChelsea's new Nike kit leaked online. Utd in 'talks with Neymar's agent over £173m move and £416k-a-week deal'STAT ATTACKChelsea boss Antonio Conte is the best ever Premier League manager. It was initially thought Chelsea boss Antonio Conte would swoop for Franck Kessie but they were put off by his price-tag. The Manchester United and England captain is no longer first choice at Old Trafford and will be allowed to leave. us fixtures, results and live match commentaryA United spokesman said: The club aims to work closely with Chelsea to identify anyone believed to have engaged in discriminatory behaviour at the game and will follow the terms of our Official Sanctions Policy if necessary. EVERTON have put Cyle Larin on their wanted list as they search for Romelu Lukakus replacement. EvertonGetty Images3Cyle Larin has continued hos goalscoring form this season bagging three in his first two appearancesRonald Koeman is assessing options with Lukaku refusing to sign a new deal and throwing his future in serious doubt. BARCELONA are mulling a summer transfer move that will baffle Newcastle fans.