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Rafael Nadal pulls out of Rogers Cup
Rafael Nadal joins Andy Murray and Roger Federer in pulling out of the Rogers Cup in Toronto.Jul 19, 19:31
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Mark Cavendish pulls out of Tour de France to focus on Olympics
Mark Cavendish announces that he is withdrawing from this year's Tour de France in order to focus on winning gold at the Rio Olympics.Jul 19, 19:23
Roger Federer withdraws from Rogers Cup
Roger Federer announces that he will not be participating at the Rogers Cup in Toronto this summer in order to rest after Wimbledon.Jul 19, 19:13
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Claudio Ranieri delighted by Wes Morgan loyalty
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri heaps praise on Wes Morgan after the captain signed a new three-year deal with the Premier League champions.Jul 19, 19:02
Wes Morgan signs new Leicester City contract
Leicester City's Premier League-winning captain Wes Morgan signs a new three-year deal with the club.Jul 19, 18:44
Everton 'agree deal with Leicester City for Steve Walsh'
Everton reportedly come to an agreement with Leicester that will see assistant manager and head of recruitment Steve Walsh become the Toffees' new director of football.Jul 19, 18:42
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Tiger Woods pulls out of PGA Championship
Tiger Woods pulls out of the PGA Championship and will not play again this season due to his ongoing back injury.Jul 19, 18:31
Steve Bruce desperate to land England job
Hull City manager Steve Bruce makes no secret of his desire to get the England job having gone for an interview with the FA regarding the vacant post.Jul 19, 18:21
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must take time over Kurt Zouma return'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte warns against the risk of rushing Kurt Zouma back from the ACL injury that he suffered in February.Jul 19, 18:10
Brendan Rodgers calls for Celtic patience
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers warns his side that they may need to be patient during the second leg of their Champions League qualifying clash with Lincoln Red Imps.Jul 19, 14:01
Burnley sign Nick Pope from Charlton Athletic on three-year deal
Burnley announce the signing of goalkeeper Nick Pope from Charlton Athletic on a three-year deal, with the option of a further year.Jul 19, 13:51
Leicester City 'reject £9m West Bromwich Albion bid for Jeffrey Schlupp'
Premier League champions Leicester City reportedly turn down a £9m offer from West Bromwich Albion for versatile winger Jeffrey Schlupp.Jul 19, 13:41
Norwich City sign Michael McGovern on three-year deal
Norwich City complete the signing of Northern Ireland international goalkeeper Michael McGovern on a three-year deal.Jul 19, 13:25
Manchester United 'to make official £87m offer for Paul Pogba'
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a world-record opening offer of £87m for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba.Jul 19, 13:13
Andrea Pirlo: 'Mario Balotelli could be one of the best strikers in the world'
Former Italy international Andrea Pirlo insists that Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has all the attributes to be one of the best strikers in world football.Jul 19, 13:03
Mark Hughes coy on Robin van Persie link
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes refuses to confirm whether the club are looking to sign former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie this summer.Jul 19, 12:50
Antonio Conte: 'Diego Costa is very happy at Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists that Diego Costa is "very happy" at the club despite speculation suggesting that he wants to return to Atletico Madrid.Jul 19, 12:36
Mark Hughes confirms Stoke City interest in Saido Berahino
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes is still "hopeful" of signing Saido Berahino from West Bromwich Albion this summer despite seeing a number of offers turned down.Jul 19, 12:25
Hull City confirm Steve Bruce talks over England manager's job
Hull City confirm that manager Steve Bruce has held talks with the FA over the vacant England post.Jul 19, 12:06
Cardiff City complete Jazz Richards, Scott Malone swap deal with Fulham
Cardiff City complete the signing of Wales international defender Jazz Richards from Fulham, with Scott Malone moving in the opposite direction.Jul 19, 12:02
Borussia Dortmund CEO: 'No agreement with Bayern Munich over Mario Gotze'
Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke insists that there is no agreement in place with Bayern Munich over the potential transfer of Mario Gotze.Jul 19, 11:51
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Aston Villa need another striker'
Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo admits that his side need to sign another striker this summer, but also outlines his intention to "trim the squad".Jul 19, 11:43
Burnley sign Johann Berg Gudmundsson on three-year deal
Burnley complete the signing of Johann Berg Gudmundsson from Charlton Athletic on a three-year deal.Jul 19, 11:25
Arsenal 'close in on Rob Holding signing'
Bolton Wanderers defender Rob Holding reportedly undergoes a medical at Arsenal ahead of a proposed £2m move to the Gunners.Jul 19, 11:21
Ragnar Klavan 'undergoing Liverpool medical'
Augsburg defender Ragnar Klavan is reportedly undergoing a medical ahead of his proposed £4.2m move to Liverpool.Jul 19, 11:11
Sporting Lisbon president Bruno De Carvalho: 'Joao Mario is not for sale'
Sporting Lisbon president Bruno De Carvalho insists that Euro 2016-winning midfielder Joao Mario is not for sale, despite reported interest from Chelsea and Inter Milan.Jul 18, 21:57
Xavi: 'There will never be another Lionel Messi'
Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi insists that the likes of Neymar and Eden Hazard will never be able to emulate the achievements of Lionel Messi.Jul 18, 21:44
Andy Murray pulls out of Rogers Cup defence
World number two Andy Murray announces that he will not defend his Rogers Cup title in Toronto as he needs more recovery time following his Wimbledon triumph.Jul 18, 21:32
Kaiserslautern eye Miroslav Klose return
Kaiserslautern chairman Thomas Gries announces his intention to bring veteran striker Miroslav Klose back to the club following his release from Lazio.Jul 18, 21:20
Vicente del Bosque pays tribute to Spain players
Former Spain manager Vicente del Bosque praises the players from his eight-year stint in charge of the team and insists that he leaves with no regrets.Jul 18, 21:10
Zinedine Zidane coy on James Rodriguez, Jese Rodriguez futures
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is non-committal over the futures of James Rodriguez and Jese Rodriguez, who have both been tipped to leave the club this summer.Jul 18, 20:53
Wolverhampton Wanderers edge past Cork City
Wolverhampton Wanderers make it two wins from two in pre-season courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Cork City.Jul 18, 20:34
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Marcus Trescothick hits 49th century to equal Somerset batting record
Marcus Trescothick scores his 49th first-class century to equal the Somerset record held by Harold Gimblett.Jul 18, 20:11
Zinedine Zidane pleased with Alvaro Morata return
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane hints that Alvaro Morata is in his plans for the upcoming season despite reports that he will be sold this summer.Jul 18, 20:00
Nwankwo Kanu: 'Kelechi Nwakali will succeed at Arsenal'
Former Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu tips 18-year-old compatriot Kelechi Nwakali to enjoy a bright future at the club.Jul 18, 19:49
Zinedine Zidane "happy" with Real Madrid squad
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane admits that he is a fan of Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba, but insists that he is "happy" with his current squad.Jul 18, 19:36
Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo head shortlist for Best Player in Europe award
Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo head the nominations for the Best Player in Europe award.Jul 18, 19:24
Mark Warburton "excited" by Joe Dodoo prospect
Rangers manager Mark Warburton admits that it has taken longer than expected to sign Joe Dodoo, but is "excited" at the prospect of working with the striker.Jul 18, 19:08
Duncan Watmore "looking forward" to pre-season schedule
Sunderland midfielder Duncan Watmore says that the team are raring to get going as they gear up for their first pre-season match.Jul 18, 18:57
Agent: 'Mauro Icardi wants to stay at Inter'
The agent and wife of Inter Milan captain Mauro Icardi insists that he wants to stay at the club, but reveals that there are other options.Jul 18, 18:44
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