Everton's Leighton Baines celebrates a goal against West Brom on January 30, 2013
Manchester United 'to up Leighton Baines bid to £20m'
Manchester United will reportedly up their £12m offer for Everton's Leighton Baines to £20m.
Jun 28, 09:59
Wayne Rooney celebrates after scoring his team's second goal from a free-kick against Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter final on March 10, 2013
Wayne Rooney still eyes a move away from Manchester United?
Wayne Rooney is reportedly committed to leaving Manchester United, despite reports that he could stay at Old Trafford.
Jun 28, 09:47
Tom Huddlestone congratulates Clint Dempsey after scoring the opener on December 9, 2012
Sunderland open talks with Tottenham Hotspur's Tom Huddlestone?
Sunderland reportedly hold talks with Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tom Huddlestone over a possible switch to the Stadium of Light.
Jun 28, 09:32
Djibril Cisse celebrates scoring for QPR
Djibril Cisse leaves Queens Park Rangers by mutual consent
Queens Park Rangers confirm that striker Djibril Cisse has left the club and will become a free agent from July 1.
Jun 28, 09:22
Ryan Giggs celebrates his opening goal with Robin Van Persie against Everton on February 10, 2013
Ryan Giggs expects Manchester United to continue dominating
Ryan Giggs is confident that Manchester United can keep dominating, despite Sir Alex Ferguson's decision to retire.
Jun 28, 09:12
Borussia Dortmund's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on April 24, 2013
10am Transfer Talk Update: Robert Lewandowski, Paulinho, John Ruddy
Sports Mole brings you all the latest transfer news and gossip making this morning's headlines.
Jun 28, 09:00
Lance Armstrong in front of a Tour de France brand board in 2010
Lance Armstrong: 'Tour de France was impossible to win without doping'
Lance Armstrong says that it was "impossible" to win the Tour de France during his era without the help of performance-enhancing drugs.
Jun 28, 08:55
Joe Kinnear
Newcastle United's Joe Kinnear: 'I can work well with Alan Pardew, Graham Carr'
Joe Kinnear is adamant that he can work well with Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew and chief scout Graham Carr.
Jun 28, 08:31
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Ex-Arsenal star Robin van Persie: 'I cheered on Tottenham Hotspur'
Former Arsenal striker Robin van Persie admits that he cheered for Tottenham Hotspur during a Premier League clash last season.
Jun 28, 08:19
Lions' George North before a training session on June 20, 2013
British and Irish Lions wing George North apologises for "horrendous" gesture
George North says that he feels "horrendous" after making a gesture to Australia's Will Genia before scoring a try in the British and Irish Lions Test victory.
Jun 28, 08:05
Leighton Baines
7pm Transfer Talk Update: Leighton Baines, Luis Suarez, Edinson Cavani
Sports Mole rounds up this evening's latest transfer news and speculation.
Jun 27, 18:00
Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara in action on May 1, 2013
Johan Cruyff: 'Thiago Alcantara should leave Barcelona'
Dutch legend Johan Cruyff believes that Thiago Alcantara should leave Barcelona if he is not offered first-team football at Camp Nou.
Jun 27, 17:27
Ivory Coast's Bony Wilfried scores against Algeria on January 30, 2013
Vitesse Arnhem's Wilfried Bony hopeful of securing Swansea City transfer
Vitesse Arnhem striker Wilfried Bony says that he is hopeful of securing a move to Swansea City this summer.
Jun 27, 17:19
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Liverpool to hold emergency talks with Luis Suarez?
Liverpool reportedly seek emergency talks with Luis Suarez over reports that he has met with Real Madrid officials to discuss a potential transfer.
Jun 27, 17:07
Ryan Giggs celebrates a goal for United against QPR on February 23, 2013
Manchester United's Ryan Giggs unsure what future holds
Manchester United midfielder Ryan Giggs says that he is unsure what he will do when he retires from football.
Jun 27, 16:52
Serena Williams of the United States plays a return to Mandy Minella of Luxembourg during their Women's first round singles match on June 25, 2013
Serena Williams "shocked" by Roger Federer's early Wimbledon exit
Serena Williams says that she was "shocked" by Roger Federer's second-round exit at Wimbledon.
Jun 27, 16:40
PSV Eindhoven player Erik Pieters during his sides friendly with Nottingham Forest on July 27, 2011
Stoke City 'in talks with PSV Eindhoven's Erik Pieters'
Stoke City reportedly hold talks with PSV Eindhoven left-back Erik Pieters over a possible move to the club.
Jun 27, 16:21
Everton's Leighton Baines celebrates a goal against West Brom on January 30, 2013
Everton 'reject bid from Manchester United for Leighton Baines'
Everton reportedly reject a £12m bid from Manchester United for full-back Leighton Baines.
Jun 27, 16:03
Players of the Portuguese team celebrate after the Under-20 World Cup win over Cuba on June 27, 2013
Portugal top U20 World Cup Group B with Cuba rout
Portugal top Under-20 World Cup Group B with a comfortable 5-0 victory over Cuba, who are knocked out of the tournament.
Jun 27, 15:49
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini gestures during his side's Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund on April 3, 2013
Manuel Pellegrini had 'no problems' with Carlos Tevez leaving Manchester City
Carlos Tevez says that new Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini had no issues with the striker leaving the club for Juventus.
Jun 27, 15:29
Liam Rosenior on December 10, 2011
Liam Rosenior pens new two-year deal at Hull City
Hull City announce that defender Liam Rosenior has signed a fresh two-year contract with them.
Jun 27, 15:17
Everton's Leighton Baines celebrates a goal against West Brom on January 30, 2013
Manchester United launch £12m bid for Everton's Leighton Baines?
Manchester United reportedly table an offer of £12m to Everton for full-back Leighton Baines.
Jun 27, 15:08
Newcastle 'keeper Tim Krul injures an arm in the game with Sunderland on April 14, 2013
Tim Krul eyes Newcastle United return
Tim Krul says that he expects to fully recover from a shoulder injury for the start of Newcastle United's 2013-14 season.
Jun 27, 14:56
Crystal Palace's Kevin Phillips celebrates after scoring his second against Hull on March 5, 2013
Crystal Palace's Kevin Phillips 'tempted' by offer
Crystal Palace striker Kevin Phillips admits that he is tempted by an offer to move to an unnamed club.
Jun 27, 14:49
Coventry City's Cyrus Christie celebrates scoring during the League One match against Doncaster Rovers on March 29, 2013
Coventry City move out of administration following sale to Otium
Administrators at Coventry City confirm the sale of the club to the Otium Entertainment Group following months of uncertainty.
Jun 27, 14:24
Everton manager David Moyes during the Premier League match with Chelsea on May 19, 2013
Henning Berg: 'Pre-season vital for Manchester United's David Moyes'
Henning Berg believes that pre-season will be a crucial period for new Manchester United manager David Moyes.
Jun 27, 14:19
Danny Simpson
Queens Park Rangers sign Danny Simpson from Newcastle United
Queens Park Rangers agree a deal with Newcastle United to sign Danny Simpson on a three-year contract.
Jun 27, 14:04
Mike Tyson
Mike Tyson's one-man stage show picked up by HBO
Mike Tyson's one-man stage show Undisputed Truth will be turned into a television special for HBO.
Jun 27, 13:29
Millwall's Karleigh Osborne celebrates scoring against Blackburn Rovers in the Championship match on April 23, 2013
Millwall opt to advertise Prostate Cancer UK on shirts for free
Millwall announce that they have opted to advertise Prostate Cancer UK on their shirts next season instead of a commercial sponsor.
Jun 27, 13:17
Real's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring during the match against Real Valladolid on May 4, 2013
Cristiano Ronaldo plants tree in Bali for mangrove preservation
Cristiano Ronaldo plants a tree in Bali as part of his ambassadorial role for mangrove preservation.
Jun 27, 13:07
Honorary starter Gary Player hits a ball on the first tee before the first round of the Masters golf tournament on April 11, 2013
Golfer Gary Player to pose nude for ESPN magazine at 77
Golfer Gary Player agrees to pose nude for ESPN magazine's Body Issue at 77 years of age.
Jun 27, 12:46
Mo Farah
Mo Farah 'under investigation after allegedly filming at Wimbledon'
Mo Farah is reportedly under investigation by the All England Club for allegedly filming on his phone while in the Royal Box on Centre Court.
Jun 27, 12:36
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard celebrates after scoring his side's second goal against Manchester City on February 3, 2013
Liverpool's Steven Gerrard "happy" with support for charity golf day
Steven Gerrard says that he is "really happy" at the number of people that turned up for his charity golf day in Portugal.
Jun 27, 12:24
Rafael Nadal celebrates after defeating Ernests Gulbis at the Rome Masters on May 16, 2013
Rafael Nadal goes to Julio Iglesias concert after Wimbledon exit
Rafael Nadal goes to see Julio Iglesias in concert following his early Wimbledon exit.
Jun 27, 12:10
Liverpool's Jamie Carragher in action on March 10, 2013
Jamie Carragher to join Gary Neville on Sky Sports' 'Monday Night Football'
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher and ex-Manchester United captain Gary Neville will join up for Sky Sports' Monday Night Football next season.
Jun 27, 11:56
A frustrated Joe Hart waves to fans after the final whistle on November 21, 2012
Manchester City's Joe Hart 'proposes to girlfriend Kimberley Crew'
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart reportedly proposes to girlfriend Kimberley Crew with a £25,000 ring.
Jun 27, 11:40
Carlos Tevez celebrates scoring the opening goal against Newcastle on March 30, 2013
Manchester City's Gareth Barry: 'Losing Carlos Tevez is a blow'
Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry says that he felt "sad" when he heard that Carlos Tevez has signed for Juventus.
Jun 27, 10:57
Australian James Horwill in action against the Barbarians on November 26, 2011
Australian Rugby Union "disappointed" in IRB for James Horwill appeal
The Australian Rugby Union say that they are "surprised and disappointed" by IRB's appeal against the decision to clear James Horwill of stamping.
Jun 27, 10:47
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring against Aston Villa during the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Steven Gerrard "looking forward" to meeting new Liverpool signings
Steven Gerrard says that he is "looking forward" to meeting Liverpool's new signings next week and seeing what they have to offer.
Jun 27, 10:29
Australian James Horwill in action against the Barbarians on November 26, 2011
IRB to appeal decision to clear Australia's James Horwill of stamping
IRB announces plans to appeal against the ruling to clear Australia captain James Horwill of stamping.
Jun 27, 10:05
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