Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio smiles prior to kick off in the match against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Sunderland make Bastian Oczipka enquiry
Sunderland reportedly ask Eintracht Frankfurt about the availability of full-back Bastian Oczipka.
Jul 13, 08:09
Swansea boss Michael Laudrup grinning
Michael Laudrup: 'Swansea City's Spanish signings at a limit'
Swansea City Michael Laudrup feels that he has reached a limit on players he can sign from La Liga, with his squad currently featuring seven Spanish players.
Jul 13, 00:58
Shane Long, Martin Kelly
Martin Kelly focused on Liverpool return
Liverpool defender Martin Kelly insists that his focus must be on returning to the Reds' starting XI after 10 months out through injury.
Jul 13, 00:46
The Etihad Stadium
Manchester City reveal Etihad Stadium expansion plans
Manchester City unveil two separate plans for expansion of the Etihad Stadium, with supporters invited to give feedback on the proposals at a public exhibition.
Jul 13, 00:32
England under 21s' Jonjo Shelvey scores against Sweden on February 5, 2013
Jonjo Shelvey targets England recognition
Swansea City midfielder Jonjo Shelvey declares that he feels confident of using his new surroundings to attracting England manager Roy Hodgson's attention.
Jul 13, 00:15
Juve loanee striker Nicklas Bendtner celebrates following a goal by Sebastian Giovinco on December 1, 2012
Hull City consider Nicklas Bendtner bid
Hull City turn their attention to Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendnter in the search for forwards with Premier League experience, according to reports.
Jul 13, 00:01
Arsene Wenger on the touchline during Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Swansea on January 6, 2013
Arsene Wenger: "My heart is with Arsenal"
Arsene Wenger reveals that he is not interested in a move to Paris Saint-Germain, with early talks underway to extend his contract with the Gunners.
Jul 12, 23:46
Lazio's Antonio Candreva celebrates after converting a penalty to score the winning goal against Catania on March 30, 2013
Manchester United monitor Antonio Candreva
Manchester United reportedly add Antonio Candreva to a shortlist of transfer targets, with David Moyes prepared to admit defeat in his summer chase of Antonio Candreva.
Jul 12, 23:31
Celtic captain Scott Brown during a game on February 22, 2013
Celtic suffer fourth pre-season defeat
Celtic slip to a fourth successive pre-season defeat at the hands of Union Berlin, who run out 3-0 winners over the Scottish champions.
Jul 12, 23:15
Juventus' Fabio Quagliarella celebrates after scoring the opener against Inter on March 30, 2013
Norwich City plot Fabio Quagliarella swoop
Norwich City are reportedly ready to bid £6m for Juventus striker Fabio Quagliarella as Chris Hughton searches for experienced forwards.
Jul 12, 23:02
James Milner congratuates Pablo Zabaleta on his goal against Stoke during their FA Cup fourth round tie on January 26, 2013
Pablo Zabaleta wants future Serie A switch
Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta concedes that he would welcome the chance to play in Italy before his career ends.
Jul 12, 22:50
Christian Benteke attempts to outjump Hugo Lloris.
Tottenham Hotspur plan £20m Christian Benteke bid
Tottenham Hotspur will offer Aston Villa £20m for Belgian striker Christian Benteke early next week, according to reports.
Jul 12, 22:35
Paris Saint Germain's defender Gregory Van Der Wiel challenges for the ball on February 8, 2013
Inter Milan begin Gregory van der Wiel talks
Inter Milan reveal that they have begun talks with Paris Saint-Germain over a loan deal for Dutch international Gregory van der Wiel.
Jul 12, 22:22
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger prior to his side's match against West Bromwich Albion on April 6, 2013
Arsene Wenger coy over Luis Suarez speculation
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger refuses to confirm or deny speculation of a summer swoop for Liverpool striker Luis Suarez.
Jul 12, 22:09
Ivory Coast forward Wilfred Bony celebrates a goal against Angola on January 30, 2012
7pm Transfer Talk Update: Victor Wanyama, Luis Suarez, Wilfried Bony, Emanuele Giaccherini
Sports Mole rounds up the latest speculation and rumours in the transfer world.
Jul 11, 18:03
England's Kevin Pietersen in action during day two of the first Ashes Test on July 11, 2013
England edge ahead after late fightback
England lead by 15 runs after a dramatic second day of the first Ashes Test at Trent Bridge that featured a record haul of 98 runs from Australia's Ashton Agar.
Jul 11, 17:47
Wayne Rooney moments after missing a penalty during the FA Cup third round replay against West Ham on January 16, 2013
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney flies home after suffering hamstring injury
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney suffers a hamstring injury in training that will rule the striker out for at least a month.
Jul 11, 17:32
Victor Wanyama
Southampton sign Victor Wanyama from Celtic on four-year deal
Southampton complete a deal to sign Victor Wanyama from Celtic on a four-year contract for a fee believed to be in the region of £12m.
Jul 11, 17:10
Stadio Olimpico
Roma complete Tin Jedvaj deal
Roma confirm that they have agreed a deal to sign Croatian teenage defender Tin Jedvaj.
Jul 11, 17:09
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez smiles prior to kick off in the match against Manchester City on April 17, 2013
Roberto Martinez adds Dennis Lawrence to Everton coaching staff
Everton manager Roberto Martinez appoints former Trinidad and Tobago defender Dennis Lawrence as first-team development coach at Goodison Park.
Jul 11, 16:54
Lukas Podolski celebrates scoring the equaliser against West Ham on January 23, 2013
Arsenal's Lukas Podolski excited by pre-season tour of Asia
Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski insists that he is relishing the chance to visit Indonesia, Vietnam and Japan on the club's pre-season tour this summer.
Jul 11, 16:40
Nicklas Bendtner
Nicklas Bendtner talks with Eintracht Frankfurt collapse
Eintracht Frankfurt announce that they have ended interest in Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendnter after a breakdown in talks with the Dane.
Jul 11, 16:25
Australia's Ricky Ponting walks off the pitch for the last time on December 3, 2012
Ricky Ponting ends career with 169 not out for Surrey
Ricky Ponting finishes his first-class cricket career by registering 169 not out for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at the Kia Oval.
Jul 11, 16:07
Italy's Emanuele Giaccherini in action during Euro 2012 on June 14, 2012
Juventus's Antonio Conte confirms Emanuele Giaccherini sale
Juventus coach Antonio Conte confirms that he will reluctantly allow Emanuele Giaccherini to join Sunderland this summer.
Jul 11, 15:55
Marcel Kittel of Germany celebrates winning the first stage of the Tour de France on June 29, 2013
Marcel Kittel pips Mark Cavendish to stage 12 victory
Marcel Kittel takes his third stage win at this year's Tour de France, pipping Mark Cavendish in a thrilling finish to stage 12.
Jul 11, 15:40
Liverpool's Luis Suarez celebrates after giving his team the lead against Arsenal on January 30, 2013
Arsenal consider improved Luis Suarez offer?
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to increase their offer for Liverpool striker Luis Suarez.
Jul 11, 15:25
AS Roma forward Francesco Totti celebrates with a teammate after scoring in his sides match with Cagliari on February 1, 2013
Roma's Francesco Totti hints at retirement next summer
Roma captain Francesco Totti declares that the club's new home strip will be his "last one" as a Giallorossi player.
Jul 11, 15:12
Alastair Cook leaves the field after being caught out by BJ Watling on May 16, 2013
Australia build 54-run lead at tea after quick wickets
Two wickets in quick succession put Australia in charge of the first Test at tea with a 54-run advantage.
Jul 11, 14:58
Norway's Vegard Forren heads the ball during an international match on November 14, 2012
Saints sell Vegard Forren back to Molde
Southampton agree a deal to sell Vegard Forren back to his former club Molde on a permanent basis, according to a report.
Jul 11, 14:38
Malaga's Roque Santa Cruz in action on October 24, 2012
Roque Santa Cruz signs permanent Malaga deal
Malaga complete a permanent deal to sign Paraguayan striker Roque Santa Cruz on a three-year contract.
Jul 11, 14:24
Thomas Vermaelen
Thomas Vermaelen confirms Arsenal tour absence
Arsenal captain Thomas Vermaelen confirms his absence from the club's pre-season tour of Asia due to a back injury.
Jul 11, 14:12
Bayern's Mario Gomez celebrates after scoring during the German Cup semi final against Wolfsburg on April 16, 2013
Mario Gomez excited by Serie A switch
Mario Gomez insists that he is excited about joining Vincenzo Montella's attacking Fiorentina side after agreeing a summer switch from Bayern Munich.
Jul 9, 04:51
Celtic's Gary Hooper shields the ball on December 8, 2012
Celtic reject Norwich City, Queens Park Rangers bids for Gary Hooper
Celtic reject offers from Norwich City and Queens Park Rangers for striker Gary Hooper, according to reports.
Jul 9, 04:47
File photo of Ewen McKenzie taken October 18, 2008
Ewen McKenzie replaces Robbie Deans as Australia coach
Australia appoint Ewen McKenzie as the replacement for outgoing Wallabies coach Robbie Deans at a press conference in Brisbane.
Jul 9, 04:33
Brian McDermott
Aidy White impressed with Leeds United summer additions
Leeds United defender Aidy White hails the trio of summer signings made by manager Brian McDermott.
Jul 9, 04:15
Thomas Vermaelen
Thomas Vermaelen return delayed by back injury
Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen is ruled out of the club's pre-season tour of Asia with a persistent back injury.
Jul 9, 03:56
Lukas Podolski
Lukas Podolski targets strong pre-season
Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski believes that a full pre-season will help him reach new heights in the Premier League in his second season with the Gunners.
Jul 9, 03:40
Hal Robson-Kanu
Hal Robson-Kanu turns down Cardiff City move
Wales midfielder Hal Robson-Kanu rejects a move to Cardiff City and agrees a new contract with Reading to be signed later this week, according to reports.
Jul 9, 03:19
Gareth Barry
Arsenal open Gareth Barry talks?
Arsenal open talks over a cut-price summer deal for Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry, according to reports.
Jul 9, 03:05
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho plans stylish Chelsea approach
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho insists that he can produce stylish, attacking football at Stamford Bridge and get results.
Jul 9, 02:49
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