Everton's Leighton Baines celebrates a goal against West Brom on January 30, 2013
Report: Manchester United to increase Leighton Baines bid
Manchester United will return will a fresh £16m bid for Everton full-back Leighton Baines after seeing a £12m offer rejected by the Toffees last week.
Jul 2, 00:18
Arouna Kone, Aaron Hughes
Arouna Kone to 'join Everton this week'
Wigan manager Owen Coyle expects Arouna Kone to leave the DW Stadium this week and has revealed that the Ivorian wants to reunite with former boss Roberto Martinez at Everton.
Jul 1, 23:50
Adam Scott
PGA opt to support belly putter ban
The PGA announces that it will now support the USGA's plan to implement a ban on anchored putters having initially opposed the suggestion.
Jul 1, 23:30
Brazil's Fred celebrates scoring against Uruguay during their Confederations Cup semi final match on June 26, 2013
Fluminense refute Fred exit talk
Fluminense expect Brazilian international striker Fred to honour his contract with them despite reported interest from Manchester City.
Jul 1, 23:10
Brazil's Fred celebrates after scoring the opening goal against England during a friendly match on June 2, 2013
Fred: 'Great offer could tempt me to leave Fluminense'
Brazil's first-choice striker Fred has hinted that an offer from one of Europe's elite clubs could tempt him to leave Fluminense amid reported interest from Manchester City.
Jul 1, 22:50
Lyon's Clement Grenier celebrates scoring on September 1, 2012
Lyon confident of Clement Grenier stay
Reported Arsenal target Clement Grenier will sign an extended contract at Lyon this summer, according to club president Jean-Michel Aulas.
Jul 1, 22:31
Inter Milan forward Antonio Cassano celebrates after scoring against Chievo on February 10, 2013
Agent: 'Antonio Cassano nearing Parma switch'
Italian international striker Antonio Cassano is on the brink of joining Parma from Inter Milan in a part-exchange deal, according to his agent.
Jul 1, 22:13
If Rodgers has a spare £22m, then Shakthar striker Henrikh Mkhitaryan could well be on his wishlist.
Liverpool target Henrikh Mkhitaryan committed to Shakhtar Donetsk
Liverpool's primary transfer target Henrikh Mkhitaryan denies the possibility of a move to Anfield by revealing that he plans to honour his Shakhtar Donetsk contract.
Jun 25, 01:00
Napoli's Edinson Cavani celebrates a goal against Inter May 5, 2013
Report: Manchester United prepare record-breaking Edinson Cavani bid
New Manchester United boss David Moyes is preparing a £50m plus bid for Napoli striker Edinson Cavani, a transfer that could end Wayne Rooney's Red Devils career.
Jun 25, 00:45
Spain's Alvaro Negredo in action against Portugal during Euro 2012 on June 27, 2012
Atletico Madrid interested in Sevilla wantaway Alvaro Negredo
Alvaro Negredo wants to leave Sevilla this summer and join a Champions League club, says club president Jose Maria del Nido.
Jun 25, 00:24
Birmingham defender Curtis Davies celebrates his winning goal against Barnsley on Boxing Day 2012
Lee Clark: Curtis Davies to Hull City "a formality"
Curtis Davies will undergo a medical at Hull City in the coming days ahead of a £2.25m switch from Birmingham City, Blues manager Lee Clark reveals.
Jun 25, 00:02
Malaga's Isco Alarcon celebrates after scoring the opening goal against Porto on March 13, 2013
Real Madrid confirm mutual Isco interest
Manchester City target Isco apparently wants to join Real Madrid, who are confident of signing the £25m-rated Malaga winger, according to Los Blancos president Florentino Perez.
Jun 24, 23:46
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti on the touchline during the Champions League match against Valencia on February 12, 2013
Real Madrid's Florentino Perez: 'Carlo Ancelotti appointment imminent'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez reveals that Carlo Ancelotti's arrival as coach is dependent on PSG finalising the appointment of his successor.
Jun 24, 23:30
Swansea's Jonathan de Guzman celebrates one of his two goals against Stoke on January 19, 2013
Swansea City confirm Jonathan de Guzman talks
Swansea City chairman Huw Jenkins reveals that positive talks are taking place regarding Jonathan de Guzman's return for a second loan spell.
Jun 24, 22:59
Thomas Ince celebrates after scoring his second goal on December 1, 2012
Report: Cardiff City agree Thomas Ince fee
Newly-promoted Cardiff City agree a fee with Championship club Blackpool for the transfer of their goalscoring winger Thomas Ince, according to a report.
Jun 24, 22:49
Roma's Miralem Pjanic on December 8, 2012
Miralem Pjanic admires La Liga giants
Miralem Pjancic reveals that he is happy to remain at Roma, but hints that an offer from Barcelona or Real Madrid could tempt him away.
Jun 24, 22:35
Andy Murray celebrates his win over Benjamin Becker on June 24, 2013
Andy Murray: 'Rafael Nadal exit is irrelevant'
Andy Murray insists that Rafael Nadal's first-round elimination from Wimbledon at the hands of Steve Darcis is "irrelevant" at this stage of the competition.
Jun 24, 22:18
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger before the match against Bayern Munich on March 13, 2013
Report: Arsenal target Spain U21 midfielder Asier Illarramendi
Arsene Wenger reportedly wants to recruit Real Sociedad defensive midfielder Asier Illarramendi after hopefully completing the £22m signing of Gonzalo Higuain.
Jun 18, 01:03
Australia's George Bailey in action against Sri Lanka on June 17, 2013
George Bailey admits to confidence shortage
Stand-in captain George Bailey admits that Australia are low on confidence heading into the Ashes following their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy.
Jun 18, 00:44
Andy Murray celebrates after beating opponent Benjamin Becker during their quarter final match at Queens on June 14, 2013
Andy Murray "better equipped for Wimbledon pressure"
Andy Murray insists that his US Open and London 2012 Olympic victories will help him cope with the pressure of being home favourite at Wimbledon.
Jun 18, 00:22
Emmanuel Adebayor is congratulated by team mate Clint Dempsey after scoring the opening goal against Everton on April 7, 2013
Report: Fenerbahce turn to Emmanuel Adebayor
Fenerbahce are reportedly prepared to pay £10m in order to sign Tottenham forward Emmanuel Adebayor, who is understood to be surplus to requirements at White Hart Lane.
Jun 18, 00:05
Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas prior to kick-off against Arsenal on March 3, 2013
Report: Trio of signings will convince Andre Villas-Boas to stay
Paris Saint-Germain target Andre Villas-Boas will reportedly stay on as Tottenham Hotspur manager after convincing chairman Daniel Levy to fund a trio of summer signings.
Jun 17, 23:40
Liverpool's Luis Suarez celebrates scoring his second goal at Anfield during their match against Sunderland on January 2, 2013
Report: Liverpool value Luis Suarez at £50m
Liverpool value Luis Suarez at £50m but will reportedly insist that he hands in an official transfer request before he is allowed to leave the club.
Jun 17, 23:20
Kaka
Corinthians rubbish Kaka rumours
Corinthians deny reports that they are planning to try to lure out-of-favour Real Madrid playmaker Kaka back to Brazil this summer.
Jun 17, 22:56
Martin Paterson
Report: Wolverhampton Wanderers line up free agent Martin Paterson
Out-of-contract Burnley striker Martin Paterson is reported to be attractive to League One outfit Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Jun 17, 22:38
Murray Walker photographed on June 6, 2011
Commentator Murray Walker diagnosed with cancer
Legendary motor sport commentator Murray Walker is diagnosed with a form of lymphatic system cancer.
Jun 17, 22:18
Thiago celebrates his goal for Barcelona with Pedro.
Report: Manchester United launch £15m Thiago Alcantara raid
David Moyes is ready to reignite his and Manchester United's interest in Barcelona midfielder Thiago and will reportedly make a £15m offer for the Spanish prospect.
Jun 11, 01:02
Tom Ince scores for Blackpool
Report: Crystal Palace target Thomas Ince coup
Crystal Palace are understood to be planning an ambitious bid for Blackpool winger Thomas Ince, who is an apparent target of Liverpool and Spurs.
Jun 11, 00:46
Atletico Mineiro's Bernard in action on February 26, 2013
Dante warns Bernard off Premier League
Bayern Munich's Brazilian defender Dante urges his international teammate Bernard to snub Tottenham and join him in the Bundesliga as Borussia Dortmund's replacement for Mario Gotze.
Jun 11, 00:25
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates scoring against Everton on May 19, 2013
Jose Mourinho hopes for Fernando Torres resurgence
Recently-reappointed Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho reveals that Fernando Torres is part of his plans amid reports linking the Spaniard with a Stamford Bridge exit.
Jun 11, 00:05
Everton manager David Moyes during the Premier League match with Chelsea on May 19, 2013
Jose Mourinho backs Manchester United's "perfect" David Moyes appointment
Jose Mourinho believes that David Moyes will be a good fit at Manchester United and that the Premier League champions chose the right man to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson.
Jun 10, 23:45
Pakistan's captain Misbah-ul-Haq hits a six during his side's ODI with South Africa on March 15, 2013
Misbah-ul-Haq criticises "lost" Pakistan batsmen
Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq blames their defeat to South Africa and precarious ICC Champions Trophy position on his side's "totally lost" batsmen.
Jun 10, 23:26
Tottenham Hotspur's Lewis Holtby during the Europa League match against FC Basel on April 4, 2013
Lewis Holtby: "Next season is my year"
Lewis Holtby plans to forget about his end-of-season disappointments with both club and country and focus on Tottenham's quest for Champions League qualification next season.
Jun 10, 23:11
Benfica manager Jorge Jesus on the touchline on March 17, 2013
Benfica capture Chelsea target Lazar Markovic
Benfica claim that they have signed Partizan Belgrade's Serbian prospect Lazar Markovic, who had been linked with a move to Chelsea.
Jun 10, 22:50
John Terry
John Terry to remain Chelsea captain
Recently reappointed Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho confirms that long-serving skipper John Terry will stay on as the team captain.
Jun 10, 22:30
Shalke player Julian Draxler challenges for the ball in his team's match with Greuther Fuerth on February 2, 2013
Schalke dispute Chelsea's Julian Draxler interest
Chelsea have not made contact with Schalke about the potential transfer of 19-year-old starlet Julian Draxler, according to the German club's general manager.
Jun 10, 22:15
Thibaut Courtois
Thibaut Courtois wants another Atletico Madrid loan
Chelsea's promising goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois wants to spend a third season on loan at Atletico Madrid rather than return to his parent club next year.
May 28, 00:50
Andrey Arshavin, Lukasz Piszczek
Zenit St Petersburg keen to snap up Andrey Arshavin
Zenit boss Luciano Spalletti believes that resigning former Arsenal attacker Andrey Arshavin on a free should be the Russian club's transfer priority this summer.
May 28, 00:38
Neymar
Neymar pens Barcelona contract
Brazilian starlet Neymar signs a five-year contract with Catalan giants Barcelona ahead of his reported £30m move, which will be made official on June 30.
May 28, 00:13
Leandro Damiao
Report: Tottenham Hotspur positive of landing Leandro Damiao
Spurs reportedly reopen talks with Brazilian club Internacional over the £18m transfer of long-term forward target Leandro Damiao.
May 27, 23:53
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