Here are the latest stories for Friday.
PREMIER LEAGUE: Net annual spending by English clubs in the global transfer market has exceeded one billion US dollars for the first time. English clubs' net spend of $1.06 billion on players who were previously registered with other national associations equates to £840 million.
MAN UNITED: Jose Mourinho's team lost 2-1 to Hull City in the EFL Cup -- ending a 17-match unbeaten run in all competitions -- but they still reached the Wembley final and a date with Southampton thanks to a 3-2 aggregate victory in the tie.