Crystal Palace player Wilfried Zaha dribbles the ball during his sides Championship match on 5 January, 2013
Ian Holloway: 'We won't pursue loan move for Wilfried Zaha'
Crystal Palace boss Ian Holloway insists that his side won't make an approach to sign Wilfried Zaha on loan as he feels that the youngster deserves his chance at Manchester United.
Jul 7, 04:29
Lukas Podolski celebrates scoring the equaliser against West Ham on January 23, 2013
Lukas Podolski: 'Arsenal will compete for Premier League title next season'
Arsenal striker Lukas Podolski believes that the Gunners will compete for the Premier League title next season due to the nature of the English game.
Jul 7, 04:09
QPR boss Harry Redknapp before kick-off against Fulham on April 1, 2013
Harry Redknapp: 'Pre-season tours could affect England'
Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp believes that pre-season tours abroad could have an adverse effect on England's preparation for the World Cup next year.
Jul 7, 03:58
Ricardo Clark of the USA, playing against Egypt on June 21, 2009
Ricardo Clark strike secures Houston Dynamo victory
Ricardo Clark scores the only goal of the game as Houston Dynamo secure a 1-0 win in their MLS Eastern Conference clash against Philadelphia Union.
Jul 7, 03:34
Spain's Alvaro Negredo in action against Portugal during Euro 2012 on June 27, 2012
Manchester City close to sealing Alvaro Negredo deal?
Manchester City are close to sealing a deal to sign Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo for a fee of £20m, according to report.
Jul 7, 03:12
Carlton Cole
Crystal Palace eye move for Carlton Cole?
Crystal Palace reportedly want to sign free agent Carlton Cole to bolster their attacking options next season.
Jul 7, 02:56
QPR manager Harry Redknapp prior to his side's match with Sunderland on March 9, 2013
Harry Redknapp: 'Managers dislike foreign pre-season tours'
Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp feels that most managers in the Premier League dislike the idea of having pre-season tours abroad.
Jul 7, 02:41
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring against Liverpool in the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur to wait to launch £20m Christian Benteke bid?
Tottenham Hotspur will wait till the end of August to make a £20m bid for Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke, according to a report.
Jul 7, 02:30
New England Revolution forward Dimitry Imbongo moves the ball past Sporting Kansas City defender Matt Besler during a MLS match on August 4, 2012
New England Revolution earn home win over San Jose Earthquakes
Goals from Saer Sene and Dimitry Imbongo seal a home win for New England Revolution in their MLS clash with San Jose Earthquakes.
Jul 7, 02:18
Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara in action on May 1, 2013
Report: Thiago Alcantara edging closer to Manchester United move
Barcelona midfielder Thiago Alcantara is edging closer to a move to Manchester United as negotiations are reportedly at an advanced stage.
Jul 7, 01:55
Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray
Andy Murray: 'Rivalry stops Novak Djokovic friendship'
World number two Andy Murray reveals that he cannot have a friendship with Novak Djokovic anymore due to their rivalry on the court.
Jul 7, 01:53
Lukas Podolski celebrates scoring the equaliser against West Ham on January 23, 2013
Arsenal's Lukas Podolski: 'I'm not worried about potential new arrivals'
Arsenal striker Lukas Podolski reveals that he isn't concerned about the potential arrival of Gonzalo Higuain from Real Madrid.
Jul 7, 01:19
Felipe Massa
Felipe Massa: 'I've got faith in Ferrari strategy'
Ferrari driver Felipe Massa is confident that his side's reserved strategy during qualifying in the German Grand Prix will pay off during the race.
Jul 6, 17:52
Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso at F1 qualifying in Austin, Texas on November 17, 2012
Fernando Alonso upbeat over German Grand Prix chances
Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso is upbeat over his chances at the German Grand Prix as he feels that his side have made a marked improvement from the race at Silverstone last week.
Jul 6, 17:31
Newcastle's Moussa Sissoko celebrates his equaliser against Southampton on February 24, 2013
Moussa Sissoko eyes World Cup spot with France
Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko wants to earn a place in France's squad for the World Cup next year with a strong season for the Magpies.
Jul 6, 17:18
Eden Hazard, Vurnon Anita
Newcastle United's Vurnon Anita: 'I don't like pre-season'
Newcastle United midfielder Vurnon Anita admits that he does not like the amble of pre-season.
Jul 6, 16:55
Brad Guzan
Brad Friedel: 'Brad Guzan can be one of the Premier League's best'
Former Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Friedel believes that Brad Guzan can become one of the best in the Premier League.
Jul 6, 16:43
Italy's Emanuele Giaccherini in action during Euro 2012 on June 14, 2012
Agent: 'Emanuele Giaccherini wants Juventus stay'
Juventus winger Emanuele Giaccherini wants to stay at the club this summer despite catching a number of European teams' eyes at the Confederations Cup, according to the player's agent.
Jul 6, 16:17
Should Pepe Reina depart for Barcelona, Sunderland number one Simon Mignolet is believed to be a target.
Simon Mignolet: 'Keeper competition good for Liverpool'
Liverpool's Simon Mignolet believes that the competition for the keeper's spot at the club between him and Pepe Reina can only be a good thing for Brendan Rodgers's side.
Jul 6, 16:02
Jeff Thomson during the Ladbrokes Ashes Launch at Lord's Cricket Ground on June 30, 2009
Jeff Thomson: 'Underdog tag suits Australia'
Former Australia bowler Jeff Thomson believes that going into the Ashes series as underdogs will suit Michael Clarke's side.
Jul 6, 15:44
Ex-England cricketer Mike Gatting talking on April 7, 2008
Mike Gatting: 'England need to take early initiative'
Former England captain Mike Gatting believes that Alastair Cook's side need to take advantage of the unsettled nature of the Australian team by winning the first Test at Trent Bridge.
Jul 6, 15:31
Steven Finn, James Anderson and Graeme Swann celebrate against South Africa.
Collingwood: 'Australia fear Steven Finn'
Former England batsman Paul Collingwood has backs Steven Finn to earn the final starting spot in Alastair Cook's side ahead of the Ashes Test next week due to his "X factor".
Jul 6, 15:19
Victor Wanyama
Joe Ledley: Victor Wanyama can play for "top team" in the Premier League
Celtic midfielder Joe Ledley admits that it would be a "massive blow" if Victor Wanyama were to leave the club this summer.
Jul 6, 15:02
Velez Sarsfield's Gino Peruzzi in action on April 9, 2013
Sunderland given permission for Gino Peruzzi talks
Velez Sarsfield president Miguel Calello confirms that his side have agreed a deal with Sunderland for the sale of defender Gino Peruzzi.
Jul 6, 14:40
Udinese's Marco Davide Faraoni during a friendly match againsrt Southampton on August 11, 2013
Agent: 'Marco Davide Faraoni is a Watford player'
Udinese defender Marco Davide Faraoni completes a move to Watford, according to the player's agent, who states all that is missing is the "official announcement".
Jul 6, 14:16
Rickie Lambert celebrates his goal with Jack Cork against Chelsea on January 16, 2013
Rickie Lambert wants more new faces at Southampton
Southampton striker Rickie Lambert wants his side to add more new players to their squad before the start of the Premier League season.
Jul 4, 22:04
Nicolas Anelka
Steve Clarke: Nicolas Anelka will add much-needed "firepower"
West Bromwich Albion boss Steve Clarke feels that the signing of Nicolas Anelka will be massive boost to his side's "firepower" ahead of the new season.
Jul 4, 21:47
Jack Butland
Jack Butland ready to battle for Stoke City starting spot
Stoke City keeper Jack Butland is preparing for a battle to win the starting spot in the Potters goal from Asmir Begovic next season.
Jul 4, 21:31
Danny Simpson
Danny Simpson: 'Greed didn't cause Newcastle United exit'
Queens Park Rangers defender Danny Simpson insists that his exit from Newcastle United was down to football reasons rather than a desire for more money.
Jul 4, 21:13
Nicolas Anelka
Nicolas Anelka signs for West Bromwich Albion
West Bromwich Albion have completed the signing of Nicolas Anelka on a one-year deal as he becomes the club's first new player of the summer.
Jul 4, 20:53
Alastair Cook leaves the field after being caught out by BJ Watling on May 16, 2013
Sir Ian Botham: 'Alastair Cook needs to be more aggressive'
Sir Ian Botham believes that Alastair Cook needs to be more aggressive as captain if England are to regain their place at the top of the world rankings.
Jul 4, 20:41
Steve Finn
Steven Finn: 'We mustn't underestimate Australia'
England bowler Steve Finn is wary of the threat Australia can pose in the Ashes and has warned his teammates that victory is far from certain.
Jul 4, 20:24
Massimo Ambrosini
Fiorentina sign Massimo Ambrosini
Fiorentina have signed former AC Milan midfielder Massimo Ambrosini on a one-year deal following his release by the Rossoneri at the end of last season.
Jul 4, 20:11
AZ forward Jozy Altidore celebrates after victory over Udinese on March 15, 2012
Jozy Altidore: 'I would consider move away from AZ Alkmaar'
AZ Alkmaar striker Jozy Altidore admits that he would consider a move away from the club amid reported interest from Sunderland.
Jul 4, 19:59
Jonjo Shelvey
Jonjo Shelvey: 'I couldn't pass up playing under Michael Laudrup'
Swansea City midfielder Jonjo Shelvey admits that he couldn't pass up the opportunity to play under Michael Laudrup after completing a £5m move from Liverpool.
Jul 4, 19:48
Lazio's Luis Cavanda in action against Udinese on November 27, 2012
Agent: 'Sunderland have Luis Cavanda interest'
Sunderland are looking to sign Lazio full-back Luis Cavanda this summer, according to the player's agent Ulisse Savani.
Jul 4, 19:31
Tottenham Hotspur's Emmanuel Adebayor celebrates scoring against Stoke on May 12, 2013
Besiktas director: "We have made Emmanuel Adebayor bid"
Besiktas director Ahmet Piper reveals that the club have made a "serious bid" for Tottenham Hotspur striker Emmanuel Adebayor.
Jul 4, 19:19
Debris flies across the circuit during the first lap of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on June 30, 2013
Formula 1 drivers threaten German German Prix withdrawal
Formula 1 Drivers threaten to pull out of the German Grand Prix if tyre problems that plagued the race at Silverstone last week persist.
Jul 4, 19:04
Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates beating Czech Republic's Tomas Berdych on July 3, 2013
Novak Djokovic looking to make experience count
Number one seed Novak Djokovic is hoping to make his experience count when he takes on Juan Martin del Potro in the semi-finals of Wimbledon tomorrow.
Jul 4, 18:55
Should Pepe Reina depart for Barcelona, Sunderland number one Simon Mignolet is believed to be a target.
Brendan Rodgers: 'Simon Mignolet can boost Belgium number one claim at Liverpool'
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers believes that playing for the Reds will boost Simon Mignolet's chances of ousting Thibaut Courtois to become Belgium number one.
Jul 4, 18:32
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