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Chelsea to offer Lampard, Malouda and Essien new deals.

Published on 2012-05-25 07:33:28

Last summer Chelsea announced that they were looking to revolutionise their squad with the dismantling of the ‘Old-guard’ under the guidance of Andre Villas-Boas. As form began to dip in this transitional period though the pressure on Andre Villas-Boas reached boiling points and the Portuguese protégé was sacked. Chelsea seem to have gone full circle [...] > read more

Kuyt assessing his options

Published on 2012-05-25 07:24:52

Liverpool striker Dirk Kuyt is almost certain to leave Anfield which Hamburg a possible destination as the Dutch forward declares “Hamburg is an option and I am proud to be tracked by such an important club, but there are also other offers.” Kuyt’s future has been uncertain for some time with him falling down the [...] > read more

Martinez meets with Liverpool owners in Miami

Published on 2012-05-25 07:24:03

Wigan owner Dave Whelan believes Roberto Martinez is meeting with Liverpool’s owners in Miami after the Latics boss took time out from holidaying in Barbados. Whelan gave Martinez permission to speak to John W Henry and his Fenway Sports Group colleagues last week but has given his manager a deadline of 5 June to resolve [...] > read more

Blackburn winger commits to the club

Published on 2012-05-25 06:59:06

Blackburn’s Norwegian midfielder Morten Gamst Pederson has pledged his immediate future to Blackburn and helping the club win promotion back to the Premier League. Pederson is two years into a four year contract with Blackburn, and has long been praised as one of their best players. Despite much speculation of interest in the winger, Pederson [...] > read more

Doumbia targeted by Chelsea as Drogba replacement

Published on 2012-05-25 06:30:09

Chelsea have added CSKA Moscow striker Seydou Doumbia to their list of targets according to the Daily Mail. The 24 year old is valued at around £26million, and CSKA president Yevgeny Giner has already alerted the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham by announcing that he is prepared to sell the forward this summer. [...] > read more

Solskjaer cites family reasons for Villa rebuke

Published on 2012-05-25 06:15:56

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has cited family reasons for withdrawing from the race to succeed Alex McLeish as the next Aston Villa manager The former Manchester United player had flown to England for discussions with Villa owner Randy Lerner last Friday and it was expected that he would grasp the opportunity of managing in the premier [...] > read more

Barton hit with 12 game ban and £75,000 fine

Published on 2012-05-25 06:15:13

Queens Park Rangers captain Joey Barton has been banned for 12 matches and fined £75,000 after being found guilty of two counts of violent conduct by the Football Association. The midfield bounder was dismissed in QPR’s defeat at Manchester City on the final day of the season for an off the ball incident with Carlos [...] > read more

West Brom close in on Ranieri

Published on 2012-05-25 06:12:38

West Brom are understood to be closing in on the appointment of former Chelsea and Inter Milan manager Claudio Ranieri. Ranieri has worked with some of Europe’s biggest clubs: Chelsea, Fiorentina, Valencia, Parma, Roma, Inter Milan and has managed for nigh on a quarter of a century. However, a read of his honours actually shows [...] > read more

Tottenham close in on centre-back

Published on 2012-05-25 01:53:53

Tottenham are thought to be on the verge of a real coup as senior officials are reported to have met Pablo Cosentino, agent of Palermo centre-back Matias Silvestre. Silvestre, 27, looks nailed on to leave Palermo this summer and there are already reports of interest from Inter Milan, AC Milan, AS Roma, Bayern Munich and [...] > read more

Defoe still considering his future

Published on 2012-05-25 01:52:13

Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has maintained that whilst he does not want to leave Tottenham, if he does not feature more regularly for the first-team next season, he will have no choice. Defoe submitted a transfer request in January this year as he was so disillusioned with life at White Hart Lane given his lack [...] > read more

Mancini rubbishes swap-deal reports

Published on 2012-05-25 01:42:01

There has been an emergence of reports in Italy that Roberto Mancini is trying to broker a deal which will see AC Milan defender Thiago Silva join Man City, and one of either Carlos Tevez or Mario Balotelli moving in the opposite direction. AC Milan are known to be interested in Tevez and indeed if [...] > read more

Time called on Drogba’s Chelsea career

Published on 2012-05-25 01:30:35

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has confirmed that he will leave Chelsea this summer. Drogba, 34, signed for Chelsea over Manchester United eight years ago for £24million and has quickly established himself as one of the best centre-forwards to ply their trade in the Premier League. His contract with Chelsea expires in June and there was [...] > read more

Torres wants Chelsea crunch talks

Published on 2012-05-25 01:21:19

Fernando Torres looks to be edging closer to the Chelsea exit door despite in recent weeks threatening to return to his deadly self in front of goal. A few weeks back Torres scored Chelsea’s equaliser against Barcelona at the Nou Camp guaranteeing progression to the final, and in their next Premier League affair, he netted [...] > read more

QPR hand Dyer a new deal

Published on 2012-05-25 01:19:18

Kieron Dyer’s agent has certainly earned his crust this weeks as he has managed to secure for his client a new one year contract at Queens Park Rangers. Dyer,33, was brought in by Neil Warnock to boost QPRs survival hopes but he managed just three minutes of football before being forced off with a broken [...] > read more

West Ham promoted

Published on 2012-05-25 01:18:28

West Ham have returned to the Premier League at the first attempt by overcoming Blackpool in the play-off final at Wembley on Saturday. As the precursor to the evenings European fixture, West Ham and Blackpool played for the biggest prize in domestic football in front of an almost sell-out Wembley crowd (Blackpool only sold approximately [...] > read more

Chelsea are Champions of Europe

Published on 2012-05-25 01:16:22

Against all odds Chelsea have triumphed in the Champions League and returned to England as the Champions of Europe after overturning Bayern Munich on their own patch. Chelsea went to the Allianz Arena without several star players, and as a de facto away side, but a cautious and professional performance saw them frustrate Bayern into [...] > read more

De Boer not Liverpool’s man

Published on 2012-05-25 01:13:10

Ajax manager Frank De Boer has become the latest man to rule himself out of the running to take over at Anfield as Liverpool continue their search for a new manager following the dismissal of Kenny Dalglish. The sacking of Dalglish has proved immensely unpopular with the fans who, despite turning on Roy Hodgson within [...] > read more

Sunderland rumoured to be chasing Zaha

Published on 2012-05-19 03:52:00

Reports are linking Sunderland with a move for Crystal Palace’s wonderkid Wilfred Zaha. Zaha has impressed particularly this season and has been linked with moves to Liverpool and Arsenal. However, reports are suggesting that Sunderland will continue their policy of recruiting young talent from the Championship and add to last summer’s capture of Connor Wickham [...] > read more

Dzeko going nowhere

Published on 2012-05-19 03:51:12

It has long been assumed that Edin Dzeko would leave Manchester City during the summer transfer window. His agent, however, has slammed reports and said that his client is happy and settled in Manchester with no plans to leave. Dzeko scored Man City’s equaliser against Queens Park Rangers which was the catalyst for their title [...] > read more

Villa close in on Solskjaer

Published on 2012-05-19 03:50:27

Aston Villa are thought to be close to confirming the appointment of Molde manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Solskjaer will forever be remembered as Manchester United’s baby-faced assassin from his time on Old Trafford, but since those days he has forged a very impressive managerial career. Solskjaer knows the English game well and in fact made [...] > read more

RVP future undecided

Published on 2012-05-19 01:08:27

Arsenal captain Robin Van Persie has admitted that he has not made up his mind where his future lies at the end of the season. RVP will have watched former teammates Kolo Toure, Gael Clichy and Samir Nasri all win the Premier League title with Manchester City and he may be convinced that the grass [...] > read more

Blackpool v West Ham

Published on 2012-05-19 01:07:18

Today Blackpool and West Ham will meet in world domestic football’s richest game, the NPower Championship Play-off final. The Championship Play-off final is dubbed the richest game in football as the winner will guarantee themselves a place in the Barclays Premier League for the next season. The revenue alone from being in the Premier League [...] > read more

Manchester City close in on Llorente

Published on 2012-05-18 00:45:17

Manchester City are looking to tie up a move for Atletic Bilbao striker Fernando Llorente after meeting with the forward’s agent and brother Chus. Spanish newspaper AS claim that a meeting took place on April 27, when Eastlands officials made clear their desire to meet the £29million buy-out clause in his contract and bring the [...] > read more

Adebayor wants Spurs stay

Published on 2012-05-18 00:44:29

Manchester City striker and former Arsenal hitman Emmanuel Adebayor has confirmed that he hopes a deal can be thrashed out between City and Tottenham Hotspurs which will see him extend his stay on White Hart Lane. Adebayor has been on loan at Tottenham this season, spearheading their attack which achieved their pre-season aim of a [...] > read more

Owen will leave United

Published on 2012-05-18 00:43:20

Michael Owen has played his last game for Manchester United. The 32 year old former England striker confirmed on Twitter this morning that he has been told that United will not be offering him a new deal despite being remunerated largely on a ‘pay as you play’ basis. Owen was a shock signing for United [...] > read more

Wilshere to undergo minor surgery

Published on 2012-05-18 00:42:37

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will travel to Sweden this week for a minor knee operation, the Premier League club have confirmed. Last season’s PFA Young Player of the Year had been edging back to fitness after having his season blighted by ankle and heel problems. The 20 year old suffered a stress fracture of the [...] > read more

Dalglish sacked by Liverpool

Published on 2012-05-16 16:40:39

After 18 months back in charge of Liverpool, Kenny Dalglish has been sacked following a disappointing eighth place finish in the Premier League. Poor use of club resources in the transfer market was cited by the owners of the club, Fenway Sports Group during a summit in Boston no doubt referring to the lack of [...] > read more

Hodgson names England Squad

Published on 2012-05-16 08:06:03

Rio Ferdinand and Joe Cole have been left out of Roy Hodgson’s England squad for the European Championship this summer. Ferdinand has never played in a European Championship competition and it now seems virtually certain that he will not get the opportunity to. Cole has had a good season in France and impressed, but unfortunately [...] > read more

Yaya Toure open to ‘new motivations’

Published on 2012-05-16 07:30:30

Yaya Toure’s agent has suggested his client has achieved all he can at Manchester City and would be willing to listen to offers in the summer. Dimitri Seluk has hinted that a return to Barcelona is a possibility although he hinted that approaches from Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid would also be considered. The [...] > read more

Italian Giants pull out of race for Van Persie

Published on 2012-05-16 04:18:55

As we reported this morning on Footie Online, Arsenal are set to hold crunch talks with their captain Robin Van Persie concerning a new deal with the North London club. With the outcome of the talks to determine the 28 year old Dutch international’s future. However, one of the potential suitors for Van Persie’s signature, [...] > read more

Clubs poised to do battle over Hazard

Published on 2012-05-16 00:31:37

Newly crowned Premier League Champions Manchester City are gearing up to battle with their rivals Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham over the signature of Lille’s star player Eden Hazard. Hazard has been the subject of intense speculation over his future throughout the season, with Arsenal at the beginning of last year clear favourites to [...] > read more

Allardyce ponders taking action against Kean

Published on 2012-05-16 00:17:53

Sam Allardyce has instructed solicitors following a video posted on Youtube showing Steve Kean making rather serious and disparaging remarks about his predecessor. Kean was caught on tape speaking ill of Alardyce during Blackburn’s pre-season trip to Hong Kong. As well as berating Big Sam, Kean also made a number of predictions, including that Blackburn [...] > read more

Kagawa turns down Dortmund contract as Manchester Utd close in

Published on 2012-05-16 00:15:16

Borussia Dortmund’s attacking midfielder Shinji Kagawa is being heavily linked with a summer move to Manchester United after  turning down the offer of a new contact. The Japanese international still has a year left to run on his current deal and the Bundesliga champions will look to cash in on one of their main assets rather than [...] > read more

Mancini wants transfer market backing

Published on 2012-05-16 00:14:38

Roberto Mancini is hoping that his efforts in delivering the Premier League title to the Etihad will not go unrewarded as he seeks a bumper transfer budget to launch an assault on the Champions League. With the exception of Chelsea, England’s clubs performed miserably in the Champions League this season and Mancini is hoping to [...] > read more

Bassong requests crunch talks

Published on 2012-05-16 00:13:58

Following the end of his loan spell at Wolverhampton Wanderers, Tottenham Hotspurs defender Sebastien Bassong is seeking out clarification from Harry Redknapp about the role that he will play in the Spurs squad going forward. Now that it has finally been confirmed that Harry Redknapp will not be leaving Tottenham for the England job, a [...] > read more

Free agent Diame to leave Latics for a ‘bigger club’

Published on 2012-05-16 00:13:13

Wigan midfielder Mohamed Diame could have played his last game for the Latics after courting the attention of a number of Premier League clubs. Arsenal, Aston Villa, Liverpool and Tottenham have all kept a watching brief in the Senegal international who as a free agent, will be considered one of the bargains of the summer. [...] > read more

Coyle safe

Published on 2012-05-16 00:12:31

Bolton Wanderers chairman Phil Gartside has confirmed that Owen Coyle’s job is safe despite Bolton’s relegation from the Premier League this season. Bolton were relegated on Sunday as they failed to get the win at the Britannia Stadium that they needed if they were to leapfrog Queens Park Rangers, who were themselves just minutes away [...] > read more

Hughes will decide Barton’s fate

Published on 2012-05-16 00:11:46

Queens Park Rangers chairman Tony Fernandes has confirmed any decision on the future of Joey Barton will be taken by Mark Hughes and his backroom staff. Joey Barton was sent off against Manchester City on the final day of the season after elbowing Carlos Tevez in the face. Barton felt particularly aggrieved as Tevez instigated [...] > read more

Van Persie to hold contract talks on Wednesday

Published on 2012-05-16 00:08:14

Robin van Persie will hold talks over his Arsenal future with both Arsene Wenger and chief executive Ivan Gazidid at Wengers private residence on Wednesday morning according to the BBC. The talismanic striker who has one year remaining on his contract has been in sparkling form this season and has netted 37 goals in just [...] > read more

Lazio to offer job to Di Matteo

Published on 2012-05-16 00:00:41

As we understand it Chelsea are yet to offer Roberto Di Matteo the chance of taking over the managerial vacancy on a permanent basis in spite of rejuvenating the side, winning the FA Cup, and overcoming Barcelona to take them to the Champions League final. This indecisiveness may ultimately cost them as reports in Italy [...] > read more

McLeish sacked by Aston Villa

Published on 2012-05-15 00:38:25

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish’s has paid the price for a season of underachievement after being sacked after 11 months with the club The Scot said his farewell to players and staff on Monday morning after club owner Randy Lerner flew in from America to speak with McLeish along with chief executive Paul Faulkner. In [...] > read more

Scholes to play on for another year

Published on 2012-05-15 00:37:41

Sir Alex Fergusson confirmed on Monday night that Manchester United’s veteran midfielder Paul Scholes has signed a one year contract extension. After coming out of retirement in January, much was talked about whether the 37 year old would prolong his career, with suggestions over the weekend that he could even be tempted to come out [...] > read more

Barton facing lengthy ban after toxic twitter sees red

Published on 2012-05-15 00:36:58

QPR’s Joey Barton is facing up to a 10-game ban following his antics in Sunday’s match with Manchester City after being charged by the FA for two acts of alleged violent conduct. The midfield bounder was dismissed for an off the ball incident with Carlos Tevez in which he elbowed the Argentine. After being shown [...] > read more

Rodallega is off

Published on 2012-05-13 01:37:41

Wigan Athletic will go in to the 2012/13 season without Hugo Rodallega it has been confirmed. Ahead of their final game of the season, and with survival ensured already, Roberto Martinez confirmed that he does not expect any of Wigan’s out of contract players to remain with the club, and that list includes Rodallega. Rodallega [...] > read more

Berbatov Lazio-bound?

Published on 2012-05-13 01:10:29

Manchester United forward Dimitar Berbatov is rumoured to be interesting Lazio as he edges nearer to becoming a free agent. Berbatov was last season’s top scorer in the Barclays Premier League, but this season he has been limited to cameo appearances. His contract expires at the end of this season, although it does have a [...] > read more

Wolves appoint Solbakken as manager

Published on 2012-05-13 00:21:52

Wolves have appointed Stale Solbakken as their new manager as they target a swift return to the Premier League The former Cologne manager will take over on 1 July after former incumbent Terry Connor was unable to prevent relegation after succeeding Mick McCarthy as boss in February. The club called time on Mick McCarthy’s five [...] > read more

Defoe wanted out

Published on 2012-05-12 02:45:47

Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has confirmed that he asked Harry Redknapp to be allowed to leave on loan or permanently during the January transfer window. Defoe has started just 11 games this season, and inexplicably was overlooked in the dying stages of Tottenham’s 1-1 draw against Aston Villa. That match was so important because a [...] > read more

Spurs chase Foster

Published on 2012-05-12 02:43:10

Tottenham are rumoured to be interested in signing Birmingham’s Ben Foster. Foster, 29, is a former Stoke City academy player but whilst playing on loan at Wrexham, he was recommended to Sir Alex by his son, Darren, as a potential replacement for Peter Schmeichel. Ferguson agreed with his son and signed the youngster for £1million. [...] > read more

Liverpool and Spurs eye Bruno

Published on 2012-05-12 02:40:50

Liverpool and Tottenham are rumoured to have kept tabs on Belgian under-19 international Massimo Bruno. Bruno, 18, is a Belgian striker currently playing for Anderlecht. Last summer Chelsea raided Anderlecht for Romelu Lukaku who has shown glimpses of talent in his rare outings under Villas-Boas and Di Matteo, and this season it seems that Bruno [...] > read more

Dembele in huge demand

Published on 2012-05-12 02:40:03

Fulham have been put in an extremely good bargaining positioning as Manchester United, Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham all declare their interest in Moussa Dembele. Dembele, 24, is out of contract at the end of next season and Fulham are pessimistic on the chances of persuading him to put pen to paper on [...] > read more

Chelsea refuse to give up hope on Stamford Bridge redevelopment

Published on 2012-05-12 02:36:51

Chelsea’s chief executive Ron Gourlay insists the club’s plans to transform Battersea’s Grade II* listed power station into a 60,000-capacity ground does not mean they have given up on redeveloping Stamford Bridge. The Blues have submitted a formal offer to purchase the 39 acre site which, if accepted, could lead to the club leaving Stamford Bridge [...] > read more

Scramble for Van Der Wiel

Published on 2012-05-12 02:33:53

A number of clubs are on red alert as Gregory Van Der Wiel’s talks with Spanish club Valencia break down. Van Der Wiel is out of contract at Ajax this season and has declared that he is seeking a new challenge. There has been reported interest in the right-back from Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham and [...] > read more

Falcao may leave

Published on 2012-05-12 02:33:00

Atletico Madrid may have won the Europa League last night, but club president Gil Marin has warned that unless they qualify for the Champions League this season their status as a selling club will continue with Chelsea target Falcao likely to be the first departure. Falcao has been brilliant for Atletico since joining from Porto [...] > read more

Real in for Almunia

Published on 2012-05-10 13:36:09

Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia has been cast in the shadows this season after a number of indifferent performances last season. He has fallen behind Wojciech Szczesny and Lukasz Fabianski in the pecking order, and even took in a one-month loan spell at NPower Championship club West Ham to cover for the injured Robert Green. However, [...] > read more

Chelsea to battle for Higuain

Published on 2012-05-10 13:34:38

Chelsea may be foiled in their pursuit of Real Madrid’s Argentinean striker Gonzalo Higuain as Paris Saint Germain declare their interest in signing the forward. Chelsea had turned to Higuain as the ideal replacement for Didier Drogba, who they are reluctant to offer the two-year contract which he craves. However, after a number of important [...] > read more

Bale to Barca

Published on 2012-05-10 11:47:45

Reports from Spain are suggesting that Gareth Bale will move from Tottenham Hotspurs to Barcelona this summer. Back in January things were looking extremely rosy for Tottenham who were clear in third place and looked real and genuine title challengers. However, a failure to build on the squad in the January transfer window, fatigue, and [...] > read more

Arsenal confident of Van Persie stay

Published on 2012-05-10 11:46:20

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood remains confident that Robin van Persie will commit his future to the club and sign a new contract. This year’s Professional Footballers’ Association and Football Writers’ player of the year, has just 12 months left on his current deal and with the likes of Manchester City and Barcelona sniffing around, the [...] > read more

Ben Arfa named in France’s provisional Euro squad

Published on 2012-05-10 02:49:34

Newcastle’s Hatem Ben Arfa has been included in the first part of French coach Laurent Blanc’s preliminary squad for Euro 2012, in which he has named all foreign-based players to be involved. Blanc will name the second part of his preliminary squad next week which will feature domestic-based players from Ligue 1. Ben Arfa has [...] > read more

Sheringham – United need Sneijder

Published on 2012-05-10 02:44:26

One of the most boring transfer stories of last summer was the one involving the potential transfer of Wesley Sneijder to Manchester United. Each day there were different reports ranging from ‘done deal’ to ‘dead deal’ with reports of Sneijder’s and Inter’s demands in-between. However, United could be in the driving seat this summer as [...] > read more

Connor likely to be handed Wolves job permanently

Published on 2012-05-10 02:41:18

Terry Connor has confirmed that he has interviewed for the vacant Wolves manager job. Connor was handed the role on an interim basis following the dismissal of Mick McCarthy. The search for McCarthy’s replacement was somewhat of a farce with Curbishley twice turning down Wolves’ overtures, and Steve Bruce seemingly dumped after Wolves were keen [...] > read more

Kean in for the long-haul

Published on 2012-05-10 02:39:57

Under-fire Blackburn boss Steve Kean has confirmed that he has no intention of leaving Blackburn Rovers and that he is in the job for the long-haul. Kean is vastly unpopular in Blackburn and has been the subject, along with the board, of vociferous protests by the fans. The fans’ worst fears were confirmed on Monday [...] > read more

Scharner to leave the Baggies

Published on 2012-05-10 02:39:06

Former Wigan Athletic midfielder Paul Scharner will be available on a free this summer after his departure from West Brom is confirmed. Scharner, 32, leaves West Brom as his contract with them expires this summer. He would have been entitled to a further 12 month contract had he amassed 25 league appearances this season, but [...] > read more

Newcastle to listen to offers for Simpson

Published on 2012-05-10 02:37:54

Newcastle United are understood to be willing to listen to offers for right-back Danny Simpson. Simpson, 25, is a product of the Manchester United youth academy. However, he only made three appearances for United and was perennially sent out on loan, notably to Royal Antwerp, Sunderland and Newcastle. Simpson joined Newcastle on loan following their [...] > read more

Arsenal line up Vorm to provide competition for Szczesny

Published on 2012-05-09 16:57:29

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is lining up Swansea’s Michel Vorm as a replacement for the outgoing Manuel Almunia according to the Daily Mail. Vorm has had a spectacular first season at the Liberty Stadium and has quickly established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League. With Wenger looking for an experienced [...] > read more

Bould to replace Rice as Wenger’s assistant

Published on 2012-05-08 08:54:23

Former Gunners defender Steve Bould has pipped Tony Adams to become Arsenal’s new number two according to the Daily Mirror. Arsene Wenger will undertake  the biggest shake-up to his coaching set-up in his 16-year reign, and with current assistant manager Pat Rice stepping down after Saturday’s final league match of the season, Bould who has [...] > read more

Arsenal step up interest in Hoilett and M’Vila

Published on 2012-05-08 08:52:15

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is planning on getting his transfer dealings underway sooner rather than later as he his preparations for the new campaign continue in earnest. Wenger left things late last summer with Gervinho the first major signing to wet Arsenal fans appetite when he joined from French Champios Lille on 11th July. A [...] > read more

Luiz confident about his fitness

Published on 2012-05-08 08:50:26

Chelsea defender David Luiz has declared confidence in his battle to be fit for Chelsea’s Champions League final against Bayern Munich a week on Saturday. Chelsea are without John Terry given his mindless sending off against Barcelona. At the time, Chelsea had to switch to a makeshift centre-back pairing including Ivanovic and Bosingwa. Unfortunately, Chelsea [...] > read more

Mancini concedes underdog status

Published on 2012-05-08 08:48:33

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has finally accepted that his side are now favourites to life the Premier League title next Sunday. The Citizens look set to secure the title despite trailing United by 8 points at one stage this season. They have managed to capitalize on United’s errors (Everton), and they even turned over [...] > read more

Villa escape the drop

Published on 2012-05-08 08:47:48

Aston Villa have escaped the threat of relegation after securing a draw against Tottenham Hotspurs in what was a fiercely contested affair. Villa took the lead through defender Ciaran Clark. Before kick-off fans and media alike worried for Villa’s fortunes as Heskey was chosen to lead the line. Spurs were expected to score and score [...] > read more

Another bad break for Sagna as full-back misses out on Euros

Published on 2012-05-08 08:47:14

Arsenal‘s injury woes continue to haunt Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger with the news that full-back Bacary Sagna faces a race to be fit for next season after suffering his second broken leg of the current campaign. The French international fell to the ground whilst trying to control the ball in mid-air and was subsequently carried [...] > read more

Keita remains coy on future

Published on 2012-05-08 08:46:06

Seydou Keita has refused to rule out a move to away from Barcelona this summer, with Manchester United and Liverpool amongst a host European clubs looking to secure the Malian international’s signature. Like many of Barcelona players, Keita has been unsettled by the imminent departure of manager Pep Guardiola, and the 32-year old midielder is currently contemplating his [...] > read more

Fee dispute delays De Jong exit

Published on 2012-05-08 08:41:38

Nigel De Jong’s inevitable departure from Manchester City has been obstructed by a disagreement over the transfer fee. Man City want £12 million for De Jong, whereas potential suitors Liverpool and Inter Milan are unwilling to pay more than £7 million for the 27-year old Dutch international. Once an integral part of City boss Roberto [...] > read more

Chelsea target Higuain remains tight-lipped on future

Published on 2012-05-08 08:39:25

Gonzalo Higuain has done little to dampen speculation he is set to leave Real Madrid this summer, with Chelsea known admirers. The Argentina striker, 24, has been on periphery of the Madrid team as Jose Mourinho’s side overhauled Barcelona to win this season’s Spanish title. Speaking to the Spanish media, Higuain said: “I am tranquil [...] > read more

Chelsea offer for Battersea Power Station

Published on 2012-05-08 08:38:29

Chelsea have submitted an offer for the land on which Battersea Power Station sits. Chelsea have long been looking to move from Stamford Bridge as it is no longer fit for purpose. Despite being a stadium that most clubs would be proud to call their own, it has a capacity just over 41,000 and feasibility [...] > read more

Robben row alerts Manchester City, Spurs and Liverpool

Published on 2012-05-03 01:20:58

Flying Dutchman Arjen Robben could be winging his way back to the Premier League in the summer according to German newspaper Bild. The Bayern Munich winger has opened the door for a return following a row with team-mate Franck Ribery. The Holland winger is out of contract in June 2013 and is unwilling to sign [...] > read more

Ollie tops Wolves managerial shortlist

Published on 2012-05-02 00:38:44

Blackpool boss Ian Holloway tops Wolves’ managerial shortlist as they target a swift return to the Premier League according to the Mirror. Ollie has worked wonders at Blackpool since taking over the reins in May 2009. After securing promotion to the Premier League in his first season in charge, he has steered the club to [...] > read more

Real Madrid to rival Arsenal and Liverpool for Argentine international Biglia

Published on 2012-05-02 00:37:59

Arsenal and Liverpool face stiff competition from Real Madrid in their pursuit of Anderlecht midfielder Lucas Biglia. Biglia was monitored by a number of Top European clubs in the summer to include Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham after impressing in the Belgian League. The 26 year old who operates in the holding role, starred alongside departed [...] > read more

Tevez wants to remain at City

Published on 2012-05-01 07:31:22

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez wants to stay at the club after claiming to have repaired his relationship with manager Roberto Mancini. Blues boss Roberto Mancini was left fuming after the forward refused to leave the bench in the Champions League game with Bayern Munich in September, leaving Mancini to claim that Tevez was ‘finished’ [...] > read more

Hodgson at Wembley for talks over England job

Published on 2012-05-01 07:28:12

Roy Hodgson was at Wembley on Monday afternoon for talks with the Football Association over the vacant England manager’s job. After being approached over the weekend, West Brom granted permission for talks to begin and the former Fulham and Liverpool boss who was meeting a four-man panel on Monday, is expected to be appointed within [...] > read more

Whelan: Martinez exit “inevitable”

Published on 2012-05-01 07:25:46

Roberto Martinez looks certain to leave Wigan this summer, following comments from Latics chairman Dave Whelan. Wigan manager Martinez nearly joined Aston Villa last year, but opted to stay for another campaign. Speaking after the 4-0 victory that could see Martinez mastermind another relegation escape for Wigan, Whelan acknowledged that his charge was unlikely to [...] > read more

Premier League clubs vie for Crewe prodigy

Published on 2012-05-01 07:19:38

Crewe Alexandra starlet Nick Powell is to become the subject of a summer bidding war between England’s major clubs. Powell, 18, has been something of a revelation for Crewe this season, his 14 goals instrumental in the Railwaymen’s rise to League Two play-off contention. Attacking midfielder Powell has hoarded individual accolades recently, picking up Crewe’s [...] > read more

Bale’s future in doubt

Published on 2012-05-01 07:17:59

All of Tottenham’s progress over the past few seasons is in serious jeopardy with winger Gareth Bale admitting that should Tottenham fail to qualify for the Champions League this season he will consider his future. Bale has been one of Tottenham’s standout performers over the past few seasons ever since an injury crises led to [...] > read more

Malouda’s Chelsea future in doubt

Published on 2012-05-01 07:15:36

Florent Malouda is expected to be one of the first players through the departure lounge at Chelsea following the signing of Marko Marin. Marin operates as an attacking midfielder, or across either flank, and with Malouda out of favor under Andre Villas-Boas, and second in line to Salomon Kalou under Di Matteo, it seems there [...] > read more

Chesea sign Marin

Published on 2012-05-01 07:10:49

Chelsea have completed their first bit of business for the summer by recruiting Werder Bremin’s midfielder Marko Marin on a five year contract. Marin, 23, moves to Chelsea for an undisclosed amount, but Werder Bremen’s commercial director has confirmed that the deal is a good one for the German outfit. It is somewhat curious that [...] > read more

Moyes focused on Everton

Published on 2012-05-01 07:10:10

Everton fans will be sleeping easier tonight, not only because their side thrashed Fulham 4-0, but because manager David Moyes insisted no plans are in place to leave the Toffees at the end of the season. Moyes has been in charge of Everton for 10 years and in spite of limited resources he has worked [...] > read more

Arsenal’s hand forced in pursuit of M’Vila

Published on 2012-04-28 03:51:18

Arsenal’s hand could be forced in their pursuit of Rennes midfielder Yann M’Vila after the Daily Mail reported that Champions League finalists Bayern Munich along with Inter Milan are keen to acquire the 21 year old’s services. Arsene Wenger has been a big admirer of the highly-rated French international for some time and stepped up [...] > read more

Liverpool’s Charlie Adam to miss season finale

Published on 2012-04-27 11:34:55

Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam will miss the remainder of the season and the FA Cup final with a knee injury. The 26 year old has failed to recover from strained knee ligaments suffered during his side’s 3-2 defeat at QPR on 21 March and although surgery has been ruled out, he will be absent from [...] > read more

Manchester United and Real Madrid lock horns over Lucas

Published on 2012-04-27 11:32:52

Manchester United and Real Madrid are locking horns in a battle to sign Brazilian wonderkid Lucas according to the Daily Mirror. The 19-year-old sensation has already clocked up 91 senior appearances for Brazilian side Sau Paulo and has become a regular for the National side with 11 caps. Widely regarded as one of the hottest [...] > read more

Guardiola to call time on Barca reign

Published on 2012-04-27 11:22:33

Pep Guardiola is set to call time on his four seasons in charge of Barcelona when his contract expires at the end of the season, according to reports in Spain. The 41-year-old was unable to realise his dream of becoming the first coach to retain the Champions League trophy after his side were knocked out [...] > read more

McLeish gets vote of confidence

Published on 2012-04-26 01:58:08

Alex McLeish has been given the dreaded vote of confidence from Aston Villa chairman Randy Lerner. Villa have endured a terrible season under McLeish and find themselves deeply placed in a relegation battle. 40 points is often quoted as the survival points target and Villa find themselves with 36 points and three games of the [...] > read more

Bendtner gives a frank interview on his future

Published on 2012-04-25 23:01:08

Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner has probably ruined his chances (if there were any) of joining Sunderland permanently after he responded to Martin O’Neill’s call to recruit a striker in a nonchalant fashion. Earlier this week O’Neill stated that Sunderland’s striker situation is less than ideal and that he hopes to add a permanent striker to [...] > read more

Former Blues Boss Grant backs Di Matteo for Chelsea job

Published on 2012-04-25 23:00:52

Chelsea’s interim manager Roberto Di Matteo has received the overwhelming backing of Frank Lampard and former boss Avram Grant to remain in charge at Stamford Bridge next season. The Blues have lost just once in fifteen games under the stewardship of Di Matteo and despite guiding the club to the Champions League final on May 19th, [...] > read more

Bolton compound Villa’s woes

Published on 2012-04-25 01:36:46

Bolton Wanderers secured victory away at Aston Villa in a crunch clash at the bottom of the Barclays Premier League. Aston Villa took the lead through Stephen Warnock but their lead was extremely short lived as Martin Petrov converted a penalty after Carlos Cuellar fouled Mark Davies in an uncontroversial award. Eagles then did brilliantly [...] > read more

Ben Haim has no Pompey loyalty

Published on 2012-04-25 01:36:04

Israeli international Tal Ben Haim was part of the squad which saw Portsmouth relegated from the NPower Championship. He is also one of the cash-stricken club’s highest earners. However, rather than help restore the club to the heights they once enjoyed, he has confirmed that he has no intentions of playing in League One for [...] > read more

Pienaar bailed over speeding offences

Published on 2012-04-25 01:34:14

Tottenham’s South African midfielder Steven Pienaar has been bailed after he failed to turn up to court to answer speeding charges. Pienaar is currently on loan at Everton, the club he played for prior to joining Tottenham. Pienaar’s Tottenham move has soured after he failed to break into the Spurs starting line-up and so he [...] > read more

Pieters re-affirms interest in joining Newcastle

Published on 2012-04-25 01:33:32

PSV Eindhoven left-back Erik Pieters has re-affirmed his interest in joining Newcastle in the summer. The 23-year-old Dutch international – currently sidelined with a foot injury – was heavily linked with a move to St James’ Park last summer after the player confirmed his desire to play in the Premier League, but delays in the [...] > read more

John Terry once again covers himself in shame

Published on 2012-04-25 01:32:41

John Terry is a man clouded in controversy. With his career entering its twilight he has once again covered himself in disgrace by getting himself sent off in Chelsea’s Champions League semi-final tie against Barcelona. Terry dug a knee into the back of Sanchez inexplicably at a time when Chelsea needed their best to step [...] > read more

Kalou – Kuyt wants Feyenoord return

Published on 2012-04-25 01:31:15

Chelsea’s Salomon Kalou has claimed that Liverpool forward Dirk Kuyt is hoping to return to Feyenoord this summer. Kalou told Dutch press officials that he and Kuyt hope to reunite at club level and that they both have often spoke about returning to Feyenoord. However, Kalou stated that whilst he is happy to stay in [...] > read more

Double Dutch as van Persie lands Footballer of the Year Award

Published on 2012-04-25 01:27:13

Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has capped a memorable week after being named Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year, just days after he won PFA Player of the Year. In a landslide poll voted on by journalists, the Dutchman scooped his second individual award of the season holding off competition from Wayne Rooney to [...] > read more

Championship preview

Published on 2012-04-25 01:26:26

Over the past few weeks we have brought you the potential connotations for a number of results in the NPower Championship. Well the Championship season will be wrapped up by mid-afternoon on Saturday but despite expectations to the otherwise, there is still a great deal to play for. The relegation picture in the Championship is [...] > read more

Welbeck earns new deal

Published on 2012-04-25 01:25:42

Manchester United forward Danny Welbeck is to be rewarded for his efforts this season, and acknowledged as a first-team squad member, with a new long-term contract which will see him earn £45,000 per week. Welbeck, 21, has been an important feature in the United squad this season, and has kept a place in the first-team [...] > read more

Mancini’s job is safe

Published on 2012-04-25 01:24:51

Roberto Mancini appears to be one of the more secure Premier League managers as Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour declared their season a success. Many had commented that with the transfer backing Mancini has already received, a trophy-less season would represent a failure and that he may be relieved of his duties if he does [...] > read more

Blanc to consider Chelsea and Inter options after Euros

Published on 2012-04-21 01:53:27

France national coach Laurent Blanc has hinted he could be interested in a move back into club management after being linked with both Chelsea and Inter Milan. Blanc, who is yet to agree an extension, is out of contract after the European Championships and is expected to return to club management. The former Manchester united [...] > read more

Mancini wants to re-sign Sturridge

Published on 2012-04-21 01:50:50

Roberto Mancini is lining up an audacious swoop by re-signing former Manchester City forward Daniel Sturridge. Sturridge, 22, traded Manchester for London back in 2009 when he ran down his contract with Man City. A tribunal ruled that Chelsea would have to pay Man City an initial £3.5million, and thus far an additional £3million in [...] > read more

Everton close in on Lopes

Published on 2012-04-21 01:50:06

Everton are understood to be close to agreeing a deal to sign FC Porto centre-back Miguel Lopes. Lopes, 25, would be a typical buy for Everton in that he would not cost too much. He has often been overlooked in Portugal and deemed surplus to requirements. His contract expires at the end of next season [...] > read more

Damiao to move to Europe this summer

Published on 2012-04-21 01:49:27

Leandro Damiao is likely to move to Europe this season according to his agent. Damiao, 22, is a Brazilian forward currently playing for Internacional. Domestically he has scored 21 goals in 53 appearances and he has one in his first five international caps. He has already been the subject of interest from Tottenham, with Spurs [...] > read more

Ferguson to replace Rafael

Published on 2012-04-21 01:48:37

Sir Alex Ferguson is lining up Lille’s right-back Mathieu Debuchy as a replacement for Brazilian Rafael who has not progressed in the manner expected of him. Debuchy made himself known to United scouts by putting in a number of assured performances whilst they were tasked with running the rule over his teammate Edin Hazard. Debuchy [...] > read more

Right Royal knees up as Reading secure promotion

Published on 2012-04-21 01:47:57

Reading manager Brian McDermott has stated promotion was ‘meant to be’ for the Royals after securing their Premier League status with a 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night. McDermott’s side narrowly missed out on promotion last term losing to Swansea in the Championship play-off final, and despite selling striker Shane Long to West [...] > read more

Shanghai renew Drogba bid

Published on 2012-04-21 01:47:02

Chelsea’s Didier Drogba is to receive fresh overtures from Chinese side Shenghai Shenua. Shanghai, backed by wealthy owner Zhu Jun, attempted to sign the out-of-favour Ivorian in January, but after a swift rebuffle, opted to sign Drogba’s Stamford Bridge teammate Nicolas Anelka instead. Shanghai haven’t given up on their pursuit of 34-year old Drogba, however, [...] > read more

Manchester United scout Oviedo

Published on 2012-04-21 01:46:18

Manchester United are monitoring FC Copenhagen left-back Bryan Oviedo. 22-year old Oviedo has been a success in the Danish league since his move from Costa Rican side Saprissa in 2010, winning the Danish Cup whilst on loan at FC Nordsjælland last season, before finally breaking into the Copenhagen side this campaign. A key part of the Costa [...] > read more

Manchester City close in on Llorente

Published on 2012-04-21 01:45:31

Manchester City are putting together a £30million deal to sign Athletic Bilbao striker Fernando Llorente according to the Sun. Despite a storming start to the season, citizens boss Roberto Mancini is considering offloading Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund target Edin Dzeko, and with the futures of maverick strikers Carlos Tevez and Mario Balotelli still undecided, [...] > read more

Players could walk away from Rangers

Published on 2012-04-21 01:44:24

Premier League and NPower Championship clubs are watching developments in Glasgow closely as it emerged that should any purchaser of Rangers transfer their players to a that company, those players would be able to leave the club on a free transfer. It was previously understood that should Rangers be wound up and a new company [...] > read more

Referees ‘killing the game’ – Adebeyor

Published on 2012-04-17 00:56:54

Tottenham’s on loan striker Emmanuel Adebayor has reacted angrily after yet another abject refereeing performance in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final between Chelsea and Spurs caused further controversy. Martin Atkinson was at the centre of another contentious weekend for referees when, with Chelsea already leading 1-0, he ruled that Juan Mata’s 49th-minute shot had crossed the [...] > read more

Vidic agent denies Italy switch

Published on 2012-04-17 00:55:21

Nemanja Vidic will not be moving to Juventus this summer, according to the player’s agent, Silvano Martina. Manchester United captain and defensive talisman Vidic, who has been linked to Barcelona in the past, injured his knee in December, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. However, with the 30-year old due to return to fitness [...] > read more

Championship watch

Published on 2012-04-17 00:53:44

Tomorrow night provides a full list of Championship fixtures and the future of a number of clubs could be sorted. On the weekend Charlton Athletic confirmed their return to Championship football at the expense of Doncaster Rovers who were relegated after capitulating against Portsmouth (even if there was a strong sense of fortune surrounding some [...] > read more

Remy not interested in Spurs move

Published on 2012-04-17 00:52:05

Tottenham Hotspurs’ preparations for the next season have taken a turn for the worst as one of their leading striker targets, Loic Remy, has declared that he is not interested in a move away from current club Marseille. Tottenham are in dire need of striking reinforcements. Emmanuel Adebayor is on loan from Manchester City and [...] > read more

Dalglish gets dreaded vote of confidence

Published on 2012-04-17 00:51:26

The writing could be on the wall for Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish as he receives a vote of confidence from Liverpool chairman Tom Warner. Dalglish was brought in to replace Roy Hodgson (notably Dalglish’s preferred candidate for the role when consulted). His reign, however, failed to take off as many fans expected with defeats to [...] > read more

Manchester City trio nominated for PFA award

Published on 2012-04-17 00:49:56

Manchester City trio David Silva, Sergio Aguero and Joe Hart are among the six nominees for this year’s PFA Players’ Player of the Year award. Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker, Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney and Arsenal striker Robin van Persie complete the shortlist. The winner will be announced at the PFA’s annual awards on Sunday evening [...] > read more

Sandro has Italian suitors

Published on 2012-04-17 00:48:59

Tottenham’s Brazilian midfielder Sandro could be on his way out of White Hart Lane when the transfer window re-opens in the summer. Sando, 23, joined Tottenham for a rumoured £10million from Internacional. He has shown that to be a shrewd bit of business with some incredibly assured performances, especially in the Champions League. However, with [...] > read more

English clubs chase Columbian star

Published on 2012-04-17 00:48:14

Liverpool and Arsenal are vying with Europe’s major clubs for the signature of  Udinese’s Pablo Estifer, according to reports in the Italian media. 26-year old left-back Armero signed for Udinese from Palmeiras in 2010, becoming a fixture of a side currently chasing a Champions League place in the Italian Serie A. Armero, famous for his energy and attacking prowess on [...] > read more

Odemwingie not for sale – Hodgson

Published on 2012-04-14 04:19:23

West Brom manager Roy Hodgson is adamant that top scorer Peter Odemwingie is not for sale and has scotched rumours linking the forward with a move to Fulham in exchange for Andrew Johnson. Nigerian international Odemwingie was the Premier League player of the month for February, and after netting 15 goals for the Baggies last [...] > read more

Bale heads up Barca wish list

Published on 2012-04-14 00:59:45

Gareth Bale is reportedly heading up Barcelona’s summer shopping list as a long term replacement for Eric Abidal according to the Daily Mail. The Welsh international tops the Catalan giants wanted list which also includes Arsenal striker Robin van Persie and Athletic Bilbao pair Javier Martinez and Iker Munain. Despite playing in a more advanced [...] > read more

Forster won’t return to Newcastle

Published on 2012-04-13 01:30:34

Fraser Forster will make his loan move to Celtic permanent in a £2 million deal at the end of the season, according to reports. The 24-year old goalkeeper, has spent the last two seasons on loan at Celtic from parent club Newcastle, and had hoped to return and challenge for the no.1 spot at St [...] > read more

Inter Milan first in line for Kolarov

Published on 2012-04-13 01:29:50

leksandar Kolarov is the subject of interest from Inter Milan, reports suggest today. The Italian giants, currently languishing in seventh place in Serie A, have endured a disastrous season, making their way through four managers, and are looking to rebuild in the summer. They have earmarked 26-year old Manchester City left-back Kolarov as a player to help renew [...] > read more

Liverpool monitor Italian as Kuyt nears exit door

Published on 2012-04-13 01:29:06

Dirk Kuyt’s days at Liverpool appear to well and truly be numbered, with the Anfield club chasing Ezequiel Schelotto as the Dutchman’s ready-made replacement. Kuyt, 31, is likely to make a £1 million return to former club Feyenoord this summer, leaving a place on the right of midfield Liverpool hope to fill with Schelotto. Schelotto, 22, currently plies his [...] > read more

United chasing Gaitan

Published on 2012-04-13 01:28:14

Manchester United are set to offer Brazilian midfielder Anderson to Benfica in return for Argentinian midfielder Gaitan. United’s interest in Gaitan has long been known. United have already had a £25million bid for Gaitan rejected by Benfica, and it is understood that the board at United are unwilling to offer any more cash. However, Gaitan, [...] > read more

Mancini in U-turn over Balotelli

Published on 2012-04-13 01:27:35

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has back tracked on his suggestion that controversial striker Mario Balotelli is ‘finished’ and is prepared to consider him for the potential title decider against Manchester United on 30th April. The maverick striker was red carded in Sunday’s game with Arsenal and was fortunate to remain on the pitch after [...] > read more

Vidic could be in the United departure lounge

Published on 2012-04-13 01:27:02

Manchester United are said to be considering an offer from Juventus for Serbian defender Nemanja Vidic. Vidic is arguably United’s best centre-back. However, the Serbian has missed much of this season through injury and United have coped admirably. Phil Jones and Chris Smalling both made the step up and showed themselves to be dominant performers, [...] > read more

Man City get Hamsik boost

Published on 2012-04-13 01:26:24

Manchester City are a step closer to the signing of Napoli forward Marek Hamsik after AC Milan were effectively ruled out of the race for the Slovakian due to a lack of funds. Whilst AC Milan are by no means skint, Napoli are in no desire to sell Hamsik and so the player who was [...] > read more

Benayoun unsure what the future holds

Published on 2012-04-13 01:25:43

Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun has admitted that he is unsure what the future holds for him. Benayoun has spent the season on loan at Arsenal from Chelsea. However, at Arsenal Benayoun has been little more than a bit part player, starting just 16 times. He has, however, made a good contribution including a goal against [...] > read more

Ivanovic linked with £12m move to Real Madrid

Published on 2012-04-13 01:24:48

Jose Mourinho is targeting Chelsea’s Branislav Ivanovic to fill Madrid’s problem right-back position according to the Daily Mirror. Former right-back Sergio Ramos has moved inside to centre back this term in place of the injured Ricardo Carvalho, meaning Alvaro Arbeloa has had to fill in, but the former Liverpool defender offers little going forward. The [...] > read more

Pogba in no hurry

Published on 2012-04-13 01:24:10

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is tipped to have a big future in the game. The player who joined under a cloud of mystery from Le Harve was a marquee signing for United who likened him to a young Patrick Viera. However, what they didn’t envisage was Pogba running down his contract potentially walking away [...] > read more

Everton chase swiss ace

Published on 2012-04-11 12:11:34

Everton a have joined a host of European clubs pursuing Swiss midfielder, Adrian Nikci. 22-year old Nikci, of Albanian ancestry, has yet to make his debut for Switzerland, but has scored 11 goals in 86 games for FC Zurich in the Swiss Super League. Everton’s rivals for Nikci’s signature include CSKA Moscow, Fiorentina, Genoa and Newcastle, [...] > read more

Arsenal target Milan’s El Shaarawy

Published on 2012-04-11 11:57:22

Stephan El Shaarawy’s agent has confirmed that Arsenal have shown a keen interest in the promising AC Milan midfielder. The 19-year-old joined Milan only last summer in a £10million co-ownership deal from Genoa and despite only a handful of appearances this term for the Serie A side to include their Champions League last 16 tie [...] > read more

Olsson holding out

Published on 2012-04-11 00:35:19

West Brom defender Jonas Olsson has refused to be drawn on his future until after the Euro 2012 finals this summer. Olsson is out of contract at the Hawthornes at the end of next season and he has been offered a new long-term deal by West Brom. However, his intentions are to see out the [...] > read more

Sunderland to offer escape route to Johnson

Published on 2012-04-11 00:34:07

Sunderland are set to offer Adam Johnson a return to the North East, according to Metro. Manager Martin O’Neill is looking to overall his squad this summer, and sees Adam Johnson as the perfect foil for Aaron McClean on the opposite flank. Since signing from Middlesborough in January 2010, Manchester City winger Johnson has been used sparingly [...] > read more

Man City teen chased by Spanish giants

Published on 2012-04-11 00:33:17

Manchester City teenager Ashley Smith-Brown, 16, is being pursued by Barcelona. Smith-Brown, a defender in the City academy, attracted the attentions of European champions Barcelona in England U-16s’ match against their Spanish equivalents in February. Although nominally a left back, Smith-Brown can play anywhere across the back four, and it is this versatility that appeals to the Barcelona scouts. Barcelona’s [...] > read more

Derry’s red card upheld

Published on 2012-04-11 00:32:05

Queens Park Rangers are today fuming after the FA rejected their appeal against Shaun Derry’s red card at Manchester United on Sunday. Derry was given his marching orders early on in Sunday’s early afternoon kick-off when he was adjudged to have brought down Ashley Young in the area. Contact by Derry appeared minimal, and indeed [...] > read more

Latics boss Martinez heartened by apology from Riley

Published on 2012-04-11 00:30:38

Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez has been heartened by comments made by referees’ chief Mike Riley in the aftermath of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Chelsea. The Latics boss claimed his relegation-threatened side were “robbed” as Chelsea struck twice from offside positions to secure a 2-1 win at Stamford Bridge. In addition to the controversy surrounding [...] > read more

Dempsey remains coy on future as Man City lurk

Published on 2012-04-11 00:28:21

Clint Dempsey looks set for a move away from Fulham. Dempsey has refused to be drawn on his future, with Manchester City reportedly preparing a bid this summer for the Fulham midfielder. Speaking after his 83rd minute goal – his 21st of the season –  in Fulham’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea last night, American international [...] > read more

Dempsey on Fergie’s radar

Published on 2012-04-11 00:27:19

After taking his season’s tally to 22 yesterday with a late equaliser against Chelsea, Fulham midfielder Clint Dempsey looks set for a big summer move with Manchester United most keen to land the American. Dempsey, 29, signed for Fulham for £1.5million from New England Revolution back in 2007. In his four years at Fulham he [...] > read more

Defoe confident in Spurs

Published on 2012-04-11 00:25:43

Jermaine Defoe insists that he and his Tottenham teammates must stick together if this season is not to fizzle out into mediocrity. Just a matter of weeks ago Tottenham looked almost certain to achieve Champions League qualification. However, defeats to Arsenal and Manchester United, and stuttering league form ever since has seen them relinquish their [...] > read more

Championship relegation watch

Published on 2012-04-11 00:24:54

Whilst automatic promotion cannot be secured by a Championship team this weekend, it is possible that two teams fighting at the bottom of the division could be ‘put out of their misery’ with relegation confirmed by Saturday evening. After Bristol City picked up maximum points over the Easter weekend with hard fought wins against both [...] > read more

PSG to bid for Van Persie

Published on 2012-04-11 00:18:37

Paris Saint Germain are planning a swoop for Arsenal’s Robin Van Persie. PSG are owned by rich Qatari’s who are rumoured to have set aside £100million for summer transfers. £30million of that is earmarked for the signing of Robin Van Persie, according to Talksport. Robin Van Persie is out of contract at the end of [...] > read more

Not so Super Mario will ‘probably’ be sold in the summer

Published on 2012-04-10 01:57:51

Mario Balotelli’s future at Manchester City has been cast into doubt following his red card in the 1-0 defeat by Arsenal on Sunday. The striker who has scored 17 goals in 31 appearances for the Citizens this term was dismissed for two bookable offences as City fell eight points behind Premier League leaders Manchester United. [...] > read more

Carroll set for summer Anfield exit

Published on 2012-04-09 00:20:23

Liverpool’s patience with striker Andy Carroll appears to have finally ran out according to the Daily Mirror. The former Newcastle favourite, who Dalglish signed for a British record £35million 15 months ago, has struggled to settle at Anfield since moving south last January and looks set to be sold in the summer. Carroll has been [...] > read more

Ince wants Wolves job

Published on 2012-04-08 00:06:44

Former Blackburn Rovers manager Paul Ince has put his name forward for the vacant Wolverhampton Wanderers vacancy. Wolves have been without a manager since relieving Mick McCarthy of his duties. At the time Wolves said they were in the market for a big-name manager with Premier League experience. It appeared that either Steve Bruce or [...] > read more

Kuyt wants Liverpool stay

Published on 2012-04-07 04:04:15

Dirk Kuyt’s agent has confirmed that there is a possibility the striker could leave Anfield at the end of this season. Kuyt has been a bit part figure under Kenny Dalglish fuelling speculation that the Dutchman will be offered for transfer during the summer. Roma are said to be interested in the forward, as are [...] > read more

Redknapp – no Adebayor deal… yet

Published on 2012-04-07 04:00:16

Contrary to reports otherwise Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has confirmed that no discussions have taken place between Spurs and Manchester City regarding the former Arsenal striker ‘Manu Adebayor. Former Arsenal star Adebayor has been on loan at Tottenham having fallen out of favour at Manchester City. He has been in fine form this season and [...] > read more

De Marcos targeted by Manchester Utd

Published on 2012-04-06 00:44:40

After tormenting Manchester United in their last 16 Europa League tie last month, Athletic Bilbao midfielder Oscar de Marcos could be heading back to Old Trafford for good in the summer according to the Daily Mirror. The 22 year old scored in both legs of the tie and his all action display prompted Sir Alex [...] > read more

Multiple friendlies arranged to accelerate Wilshere comeback

Published on 2012-04-05 08:20:09

Arsenal are lining up a number of behind-closed-doors friendlies with a view to getting Jack Wilshere playing competitive football within a fortnight. The midfielder is edging back to fitness after having his season blighted by ankle and heel problems. Last season’s PFA Young Player of the Year had been struggling with an ankle injury since [...] > read more

Bailey subject of Premier League interest

Published on 2012-04-05 02:01:14

Middlesbrough are ready to concede defeat in their bid to keep former England C international Nicky Bailey. Bailey, 27, is out of contract at the end of next season and he has thus far been unreceptive to Boro’s offers of a new contract. This is because Swansea, West Brom and Blackburn have all expressed an [...] > read more

Chelsea and United chase Brazilian midfielder

Published on 2012-04-05 01:52:16

Chelsea and Manchester United are both locked in a battle to sign Brazilian midfielder Lucas Moura. The 19 year old international currently plays for Sao Paolo. He has been the subject of interest from Bayern Munich and Inter Milan in the past, but it is now Manchester United and Chelsea swooping over the midfielder. Moura [...] > read more

Harte wants Royal stay

Published on 2012-04-05 01:31:57

Ian Harte is hoping to stay at Reading beyond the expiration of his contract at the end of this season. Harte has shown himself to be one of the purchases of the season in the Championship with a string of impressive performances following a paltry £75,000 move from Carlisle last summer. Reading are currently chasing [...] > read more

Vidic always had United faith

Published on 2012-04-05 01:30:34

On Monday night Manchester United put a firm grip on the Premier League title having taken full advantage of Manchester City’s slip-ups in recent weeks by beating Blackburn Rovers following two late goals. Defender Nemanja Vidic, who has been sidelined for much of this season, has come out and stated that he has always believed [...] > read more

Bale confirms he had United talks

Published on 2012-04-05 01:25:59

Just days after admitting that it would be hard to turn down the advances of Barcelona and Real Madrid, Gareth Bale confirmed that he was able to turn down (arguably) the world’s third-biggest club, Manchester United. Bale claims that United made him an offer before he joined Martin Jol’s Tottenham as a 17 year old. [...] > read more

Rodgers wants Caulker stay

Published on 2012-04-05 01:25:09

Rather predictably Brendan Rodgers is hoping to keep Steven Caulker at the Liberty Stadium next season. Caulker is currently on a season-long loan spell having spent the previous two seasons with Bristol City and Yeovil respectively. It was with Bristol City that Caulker really carved out his standing in the game. His performances earned him [...] > read more

Desailly urges Arsenal to sign M’Villa

Published on 2012-04-05 01:17:07

Former Chelsea and French international Marcel Desailly has urged Arsenal to sign Rennes starlet Yann M’Vila in the belief that he will prove to be ‘better even than Patrick Vieira’. The Gunners have already stepped up their interest by sending scouts to watch the youngster during Rennes’ draw with Lyon on Sunday and Desailly believes [...] > read more

Arsenal to compile dossier on Giroud

Published on 2012-04-04 16:58:52

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has instructed French scout Gilles Grimandi to compile a report on Montpellier striker Olivier Giroud according to Wenesdays press reports. Giroud has attracted the attention of both Arsenal and Newcastle in the past and after scoring 18 league goals in just 27 appearances to help guide La Paillade to the top [...] > read more

Aguero set to return against Arsenal

Published on 2012-04-04 16:57:19

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has revealed the real cause of his injury and says he hopes to return on Sunday for the Arsenal game. City’s hopes of reining in leaders Manchester Utd suffered a blow after top scorer Sergio Aguero was ruled out for an indefinite period by a foot injury sustained in their [...] > read more

Hazard still keen on Arsenal

Published on 2012-04-04 00:19:24

Eden Hazard who is being tracked by the likes of Tottenham, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and a host of clubs across the continent is apparently still receptive to a move to Arsenal. Arsenal of course having been linked with Lille’s Belgian international now for the best part of a year. According to the latest reports, [...] > read more

Real Madrid will not bid for Van Persie

Published on 2012-04-03 23:40:15

Arsenal captain Robin Van Persie who has been the subject of much speculation concerning his long term future past this season, will not be courted by Spanish giants Real Madrid over the summer, according to the latest reports coming out of Spain. Real Madrid are one of three clubs who have been continually linked with [...] > read more

Petrov to fight Leukaemia ‘head-on’ – McLeish

Published on 2012-04-03 23:31:34

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish says Stiliyan Petrov is in a positive frame of mind as he starts his battle against acute leukaemia. The 32-year-old midfielder who discovered the illness after the entire Villa squad underwent tests following Fabrice Muamba’s collapse, started his treatment on Monday with his family and Aston Villa representatives by his [...] > read more

Real Madrid target Johnson and Walker

Published on 2012-04-03 23:31:04

Jose Mourinho is targeting Liverpool’s Glen Johnson and Tottenham’s Kyle Walker to fill Madrid’s problem right-back position according to the Daily Mail. Former right-back Sergio Ramos has moved inside to centre back this term in place of the injured Ricardo Carvalho, meaning Alvaro Arbeloa has had to fill in, but the former Liverpool defender offers [...] > read more

Roma enter the race to sign Luis Suarez

Published on 2012-04-03 23:30:25

Roma have joined a number of suitors keen on signing Liverpool striker Luis Suarez during the summer according to the Daily Mail. The Serie A side are searching for a high-profile striker to join them at the end of the season and after having already weighed up a move for Chelsea’s Fernando Torres, have now [...] > read more

West Brom’s Naismith bid rebuffed

Published on 2012-04-03 23:29:55

Rangers’ administrators rejected a £2million bid from West Bromwich Albion for striker Steven Naismith last week. Roy Hodgson has been linked with the England vacancy so it will come as good news to West Brom fans who were concerned that plans were not in place for the next season. Naismith is currently sidelined with a [...] > read more

Newcastle chase Brazilian defender

Published on 2012-04-03 23:29:15

Newcastle United are thought to be drawing closer to the signing of FC Twente’s centre-back Douglas Franco Teixeira. Teixeira, a Brazilian dominant centre-half, has long been held in high esteem in Holland and was the subject of transfer bids from Ajax and PSV Eindhoven, who both remain interested in the defender. Teixeira, however, remains keen [...] > read more

McLeish fears relegation dogfight

Published on 2012-04-03 23:28:26

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish admits he fears being dragged into the relegation dogfight. Following a resurgence in form of a number of teams at the foot of the table to include Bolton, Wigan, and QPR, Villa are now just five points above the drop zone. With just eight games remaining, they face arguably the [...] > read more

Mancini will not give up on Balotelli

Published on 2012-04-03 23:27:47

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has insisted he will stand by maverick striker Mario Balotelli. The 21 year old has been a constant source of frustration for Mancini following his arrival from Inter Milan at the beginning of last season and was particularly critical of him following Saturday’s 3-3 draw with Sunderland despite bagging a [...] > read more

Mourinho denies Aguero-Higuain swap

Published on 2012-04-03 23:27:00

Yesterday we reported that Sergio Aguero is becoming disillusioned with life in Manchester and that he is hoping to make a move to Manchester City. We have also reported in recent weeks that Real Madrid’s Argentinian striker Higuain is the subject of interest from Manchester City. The logical step, therefore, is to question whether a [...] > read more

Ferguson after Dutch midfielder… and it’s not Sneijder

Published on 2012-04-02 18:25:39

Sir Alex Ferguson is once again looking to conclude his transfer dealings prior to a major international tournament. You may recall that in 2010 Manchester United announced the signing of little known Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez. After the World Cup all Manchester United fans were desperate to see the Mexican in action after he put in [...] > read more

Dalglish will not quit – Lawrenson

Published on 2012-04-02 18:24:38

Kenny Dalglish’s Liverpool reign plunged deeper into crisis on Sunday after his side capitulated away at Newcastle. The Liverpool boss was disappointed with the team’s lack of discipline during the 2-0 defeat and tore into his players after the game. Former Newcastle favourite Andy Carroll, who Dalglish signed for a British record £35million 15 months [...] > read more

Chelsea chase Cardozo

Published on 2012-04-02 18:23:37

Chelsea are preparing a summer bid for Oscar Cardozo, according to reports. The towering Paraguayan striker impressed the Chelsea hierarchy during the London club’s recent Champions League tie against Benfica, and has been identified as the natural heir to the declining Didier Drogba. Cardozo, 28, has scored 126 goals in 204 games for Portuguese giants [...] > read more

Allardyce gets vote of confidence

Published on 2012-04-02 18:22:52

Apprentice star and West Ham vice-chairman Karen Brady has given Sam Allardyce that all too daunting ‘vote of confidence’. West Ham lost 4-2 at home to Reading on Saturday and now find themselves adrift of second-place. This all from a club expected to breeze through the Championship attaining Premiership status at the first time of [...] > read more

Van der Vaart desperate for Adebayor stay

Published on 2012-04-02 18:17:58

Rafael Van der Vaart is desperate for ‘Manu Adebayor to make his loan move from Manchester City permanent when the transfer window opens in the summer. VdV admitted that he was surprised when Tottenham managed to sign Adebayor on loan because of his standing in the game – a strange admission from someone who joined [...] > read more

Gareth Bale: “Playing for Barca or Real would be a dream”

Published on 2012-04-02 18:12:51

Gareth Bale has welcomed speculation linking him with a move to Spanish giants Barcelona or Real Madrid, admitting it would be a “dream” to play for either club. Speaking to The Sun, Tottenham winger Bale said: “I have three years left on my contract and I’m very happy at Tottenham. In a way it’s flattering, [...] > read more

M’Vila tempted by Arsenal switch

Published on 2012-04-02 18:11:19

Rennes midfielder Yann M’Vila has paved the way for a move to Arsenal in the summer by suggesting he would favour a move to a big club managed by a Frenchman. He told Canal+: ‘Inter, Arsenal, Real … I will take the fun everywhere! ‘These are great clubs. ‘If the coach calls you and tells [...] > read more

Dalglish appeals for team unity

Published on 2012-04-02 00:35:21

After Liverpool crashed to their sixth Premier League defeat in seven yesterday at St James Park against Newcastle United, where they lost 2 – 0, Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish stated that the team must unite. Dalglish has pleaded for togetherness and unity amongst his players after seeing his Liverpool team comprehensively beaten by Newcastle, a [...] > read more

Juventus star dismisses Manchester City link

Published on 2012-04-01 00:31:52

Giorgio Chellini has played down rumours linking him with potential moves to Manchester City and Real Madrid. It had been suggested that the 27-year old centre-back was subject of a £30 million bid from City, but Juventus vice-captain Chiellini denied any contact, telling Il Giornale: “the rumours concerning Real Madrid and Manchester City’s interest for me? [...] > read more

Arsenal look to poach Italian youth international

Published on 2012-04-01 00:17:53

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is mulling over a bid for AC Milan striker Stephan El Shaarawy. An Italian U-21 international of Egyptian origin, 19-year old El Shaarawy joined Milan in 2011 after impressing at Genoa and Padova, and has gone on to score four goals in 23 appearances for the San Siro club this campaign. [...] > read more

Wenger confident of retaining key players

Published on 2012-03-31 03:46:49

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is confident that he will be able to convince key players Robin Van Persie and Theo Walcott to extend their careers at The Emirates, with both players current deals set to expire in the summer of 2013. Arsenal captain and top scorer Van Persie has refused to open discussions about a [...] > read more

De Jong set for City exit

Published on 2012-03-31 03:30:16

Nigel De Jong is likely to be sold by Manchester City at the end of the season, according to reports today, Dutch international De Jong was signed from Hamburg for £17 million in January 2009, and over the next couple of season established himself as a key player under both Mark Hughes and Roberto Mancini. [...] > read more

West Brom pursue Ghana international

Published on 2012-03-31 03:29:44

West Bromwich Albion head a queue of English clubs chasing Ghana midfielder Derek Boateng. Boateng spurned moves to both West Brom and Fulham last summer in favour of joining Ukranian side Dnipro, but a recent incident of racism has prompted the much-coveted midfielder to look for pastures new. 28-year old Boateng was sent off in [...] > read more

Cole facing Chelsea axe

Published on 2012-03-31 03:28:37

Ashley Cole is being lined up for a Stamford Bridge departure this summer with Paris Saint Germain interested in the English full-back. Cole, 31, began his career with Arsenal as a schoolboy. After winning a professional contract, then at Highbury, he did the dirty on the club by meeting Chelsea and, ultimately, forcing through a [...] > read more

Di Matteo for Chelsea?

Published on 2012-03-31 03:28:00

Roberto Di Matteo’s stock as a football manager is rising. Having already won promotion from the Championship with West Brom, he took over the reins at Chelsea on a caretaker basis. Since then he has overseen 7 games which and returned with 5 victories following defeat to Manchester City and a stalemate with Tottenham. Chelsea [...] > read more

Tottenham to turn to Rodgers

Published on 2012-03-31 03:27:10

If Harry Redknapp decides to trade White Hart Lane for Wembley and becomes the next permanent manager of England, Tottenham will turn their attentions to Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers to fill that void. Redknapp is expected to become England manager, however, it seems that we must all wait for him to resolve his crisis of [...] > read more

Substantial interest in Torres

Published on 2012-03-31 03:25:49

Fernando Torres looks very much so set to leave Stamford Bridge this summer. Signed just over a year ago for £50million, Torres has undoubtedly failed to settle at Chelsea and he has failed to emulate his performances at Liverpool and Atletico Madrid. You would be hard pressed to agree that Chelsea played to Torres’ strengths [...] > read more

De Jong has Italian suitors

Published on 2012-03-31 03:24:39

Manchester City are ready to sell midfielder Nigel De Jong with AC Milan and Juventus keen on taking the Dutch midfielder. De Jong, 27, was a marquee signing for Manchester City back in 2009 when he joined from Hamburg for £18million. Depsite being an important first-team player early on in his career, De Jong has [...] > read more

Juventus join Chelsea and City in race for Cavani

Published on 2012-03-30 01:09:52

Turin giants Juventus have emerged as rivals to Premier League sides Chelsea and Manchester City for the the signature of Napoli’s Uruguayan international, Edinson Cavani. The 25 year old striker is high on the shopping list of both Chelsea and City, but Juventus’s apparent interest in the player could turn Cavani’s head. According to Italian [...] > read more

Arsenal striker hopes to make Spanish move permanent

Published on 2012-03-30 01:02:43

Arsenal striker Carlos Vela who is currently on loan with La Liga side Real Sociedad until the end of the season is hopeful of making the move permanent in the summer. Vela who has been farmed out on loan several times since becoming an Arsenal player back in 2005 has settled in Spain and become [...] > read more

Man City interested in signing Adriano

Published on 2012-03-30 00:47:41

The last first-team player Manchester City signed from Barcelona was Yaya Toure. Despite the huge outlays made to bring him to the Etihad arena, he has proven a superb signing and has played no small role in Manchester City’s good performances this season. Mancini is now understood to be ready to return to Barcelona with [...] > read more

Pogrebnyak wants Fulham stay

Published on 2012-03-30 00:46:50

Fulham are thought to be close to completing the permanent signing of Russian striker Pavel Pogrebnyak. Pogrebnyak, 28, has been little short of sensational since joining Fulham on loan from Stuttgart. At the time of his loan signing I referred to his previous goal-scoring record to justify why he may struggle to score in the [...] > read more

Spurs to offer Nelson new deal

Published on 2012-03-30 00:46:12

Tottenham Hotspurs manager Harry Redknapp has confirmed that the club will look to extend Ryan Nelson’s stay at White Hart Lane after the defender was handed an initial six month deal back in February. Nelson has been used sparingly at Spurs preferred more as a steady replacement rather than as a potential first-team stalwart. However, [...] > read more

Redknapp: “Nelson worth his weight in gold”

Published on 2012-03-30 00:45:25

Harry Redknapp has paid tribute to Ryan Nelson, praising the veteran centre-back for his contribution to Tottenham Hotspur this season. “I couldn’t believe I got him on a free”, said Spurs manager Redknapp. “He is a player I have been chasing for years, I have always thought he was top class, a great pro and a [...] > read more

Heskey set to leave as Villa cut costs

Published on 2012-03-30 00:44:27

Emile Heskey is likely to be released by Aston Villa at the end of the season, as the Midland’s club look to balance the books. Manager Alex Mcleish is under pressure to trim a squad of the high-earners accrued under Martin O’Neill’s stewardship at the club, and with a contract earning him £40,000 per week, [...] > read more

Are Man City showing signs of weakness?

Published on 2012-03-30 00:42:55

Manchester City were just a few weeks ago favourites for the Premier League and setting their sights firmly on European success. Now they are making noises of United favourtism, their forward taking leave to Italy to welcome Inter Milan’s new manager personally, and a desperation move has been made by recalling Carlos Tevez – the [...] > read more

Carroll sale was good business – Carver

Published on 2012-03-30 00:40:06

With Liverpool striker Andy Carroll due to return to St James Park on Sunday for the first time since his move to the Anfield club, Magpies assistant manager John Carver has stated that the North East club are a better team following the reinvestment of the £35million received for the 23 year old. Carroll has [...] > read more

Premier League clubs scramble for Notts County goalkeeper

Published on 2012-03-30 00:39:03

Premier League sides including Arsenal and Manchester United are descending on Notts County with their sights firmly on young goalkeeper Fabio Speiss. Sir Alex Ferguson recently admitted that he passed up the opportunity to sign Joe Hart for just £100,000. Neighbours Manchester City reaped the rewards as they signed Hart, who has the potential to [...] > read more

Chelsea want former Blues legend Zola as part of backroom staff

Published on 2012-03-29 00:08:10

Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola could be set to re-join the Stamford Bridge club as part of their backroom staff. Owner Roman Abramovich is keen to appoint a big-name manager in the summer with current French national coach Larent Blanc favourite to take over the reins from the stewardship of current incumbent Roberto di Matteo. The [...] > read more

Aguero: “I’m not leaving Man City”

Published on 2012-03-27 16:04:12

Sergio Aguero has denied reports linking him with a move to Real Madrid. The Argentine international striker has been a tremendous success since his £38 million move from Atletico Madrid last summer, scoring twenty-four goals in 41 appearances this season. Aguero had been linked with a move to Atletico’s local rivals Real last summer, but [...] > read more

Chelsea face competition for Alba

Published on 2012-03-27 16:02:46

Chelsea are vying with FC Barcelona and AC Milan for the signature of Jordi Alba. The 23-year old leftback is a key member of perennial third-place Spanish league finishers Valencia, establishing himself over the last three seasons as first choice for both club and country. Alba’s pace and eye for goal are well-known, and his [...] > read more

Enrique happy with Liverpool progress

Published on 2012-03-27 16:00:45

Liverpool left back Jose Enrique believes the club have already taken considerable strides this season as they look to get on parity with the usual protagonists at the top of the Premier League. The former Newcastle full-back was one of seven new faces drafted in by the Reds last summer as they set about rebuilding [...] > read more

Bruma in Chelsea disillusion

Published on 2012-03-27 10:16:39

Chelsea defender Jeffrey Bruma is looking for crunch talks with their new permanent manager once installed. Bruma, 20, has often been thought of as one of Chelsea’s most exciting youth prospects and there were no shortage of suitors when he was offered for loan at the start of the season. In the end Bruma was [...] > read more

Chelsea look to draw a ‘Blanc’ with £9million Laurent offer

Published on 2012-03-27 08:04:06

Chelsea are biding their time until after this year’s European Championships in Poland and the Ukraine to appoint their next manager. With just seven Premier League games remaining, Chelsea’s Billionaire owner Roman Abramovich appears happy to leave the club’s drive for a top four spot under the stewardship of Roberto di Matteo. The Italian’s days [...] > read more

Arsenal to offer Song improved contract

Published on 2012-03-27 07:41:40

Arsenal are to offer their influential midfielder Alex Song a new long term contract that will make him one of the clubs highest paid earners. The Cameroon international has been instrumental in Arsenal’s resurgence in recent months which has seen the Gunners rise to third in the table following seven straight wins. Song’s current deal [...] > read more

Redknapp tells Arsenal to ‘Bring it on!’

Published on 2012-03-27 01:14:10

Spurs manager Harry Redknapp has insisted that his side can still pip Arsenal for third spot in the Premier League, with a defiant message aimed at his Arsenal counterpart Arsene Wenger, telling him to ‘Bring it On!’ Redknapp’s Spurs side are currently three points adrift of Arsenal after the weekend’s results, which saw Spurs draw [...] > read more

Former Chelsea boss Ranieri sacked by Inter

Published on 2012-03-27 00:50:51

Former Chelsea manager Claudio Ranieri has been sacked by Italian Serie A side Inter Milan after a run of results which saw Inter pick up only one win in the last ten games. Ranieri took charge at the San Siro in September having replaced Gian Piero Gasperini who was axed after only five games in charge [...] > read more

West Brom keen to make Foster move permanent

Published on 2012-03-27 00:41:30

West Brom are facing a battle to make the move of on loan signing Ben Foster permanent, with neighbours Birmingham City unwilling to sell Foster when his season long loan to The Hawthorns expires at the end of May. West Brom boss Roy Hodgson signed the England shot stopper on a season long loan at [...] > read more

Fulham keen on Carrick

Published on 2012-03-27 00:23:35

Fulham manager Martin Jol who has already indicated he is to make major changes to the personnel available to him at Fulham over the summer, is keen on bringing Manchester United’s Michael Carrick to Craven Cottage, according to mounting speculation. The London Evening Standard is reporting that Carrick who is under contract at Old Trafford [...] > read more

Podolski medical signals green light for move

Published on 2012-03-14 02:08:49

Reports are emerging that German international Lukas Podolski underwent and passed a  medical yesterday which has given him the all clear to complete an £11 million move to Arsenal in the summer. The Daily Star is reporting this morning that Arsenal club officials traveled to Germany to put Podolski through his paces after successful talks [...] > read more

Four club pursuit for Hazard begins

Published on 2012-03-14 01:56:17

Leading Premier League teams have started already positioning themselves to make a bid for Lille star and one time Arsenal target Eden Hazard, who is set to leave the French club in the summer. Manchester United, Manchester City, Tottenham and Chelsea are all keen to add the highly rated 21 year old to their respective [...] > read more

Bruce ready to resume Wolves talks

Published on 2012-03-14 01:51:21

Former Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is ready to resume talks with the board of Wolves concerning the managerial vacancy at Molineux, despite a less than favourable response during an initial conversation which Bruce revealed over the weekend. Today’s Daily Mail is reporting that the 51 year old is still keen to take over the manager’s [...] > read more

Liverpool destroy Everton in derby

Published on 2012-03-14 01:44:24

A magnificent performance from captain Steven Gerrard saw Liverpool romp home against Everton in the Merseyside derby last night, with the midfielder scoring all three goals in Liverpool’s 3 – 0 win. Gerrard who was making his 400th Premier League appearance ensured there was no happy 10th anniversary for Everton boss David Moyes, as Liverpool [...] > read more

Arshavin keen to return to Arsenal

Published on 2012-03-14 01:38:38

Andrey Arshavin is anxious to return to Arsenal once his loan with Russian side Zenit St Petersburg comes to an end. Despite having played 26 times for the Gunners this season, scoring two goals in the process, the 30 year old was the subject of stinging criticism from some supporters after enduring a torrid run [...] > read more

Arsenal legend puts pressure on Spurs to finish in top four

Published on 2012-03-13 10:41:05

Former Arsenal star striker Ian Wright has openly questioned Tottenham’s ability to finish in the top four in the Premier League and thus qualify for next season’s Champions League competition. Wright is of the view that his former club have the mental edge over Tottenham and that Arsene Wenger’s charges will leap frog Tottenham to [...] > read more

Tottenham to capitalise on Marseille’s failures

Published on 2012-03-13 09:37:09

Tottenham are looking to capitalise on Marseille’s likely failure to qualify for European football next season by signing Loic Remy and Stephane Mbia as per reports in today’s The Mirror. Although Tottenham themselves are not guaranteed Champions League football, it would be unthinkable for the club to fail to qualify for the Europa league. Marseille, [...] > read more

Wenger planning for next season

Published on 2012-03-13 09:36:19

Revitalised Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is rumoured to be readying a bid for Dijon’s Benjamin Corgnet. Just a matter of weeks ago Arsenal found themselves adrift of 4th place in the league, out of the FA Cup, and 4-0 down against AC Milan. At that point it looked unthinkable for Wenger to be planning for [...] > read more

Walcott confident of Arsenal overtaking Spurs

Published on 2012-03-13 09:14:10

Arsenal winger Theo Walcott is of the opinion that 3rd spot in the Premier League is attainable after last night’s win against Newcastle United at The Emirates, thanks to a last minute injury time winner from Thomas Vermaelen. The win consolidates The Gunners position in 4th place and more importantly 3 points clear of 5th [...] > read more

Liverpool risk losing young star

Published on 2012-03-13 09:08:13

In recent months there has been much speculation over the future of Manchester United starlet Paul Pogba. Liverpool now face an equally difficult task in persuading youngster Raheem Sterling to stay with the club. Sterling, 17, is often mentioned as one of Liverpool’s best academy prospects of the current intake. He joined from Queens Park [...] > read more

Injury time strike seals win for Arsenal

Published on 2012-03-12 20:39:53

Arsenal came from behind to seal a 2 – 1 victory over Newcastle United last night in the Premier League at The Emirates Stadium, thanks to a goal deep into stoppage time from Thomas Vermaelen. Arsenal were given a shock as Newcastle took the lead thanks to Ben Arfa on the 14th minute, but this [...] > read more

Arsenal target to leave Rennes in the summer

Published on 2012-03-12 20:25:43

Arsenal transfer target Yann M’Villa is to leave his club Rennes in the summer according to manager Frederic Antonetti. In news which is sure to pique the interest of both Arsenal and Real Madrid, this latest twist revealed by Antonetti finally confirms that M’Villa’s future lies away from the French side. The 21 year old [...] > read more

Arsenal join Newcastle United in pursuit of £5 million rated Frenchman

Published on 2012-03-12 20:17:47

Arsenal are this morning being reported to have joined Newcastle United in the race to sign £5 million rated French midfielder Benjamin Corgne. Corgne who is described as a box to box midfielder currently plays for Dijon and Arsenal have assigned scout Gilles Grimandi to assess the 24 year old, who is a target of [...] > read more

Aston Villa poised to rival Fulham for Stuttgart’s Pogrebnyak

Published on 2012-03-12 19:44:39

Aston Villa have emerged as potential rivals to Fulham for the permanent signing of Stuttgart striker Pavel Pogrebnyak, who is currently enjoying a loan spell at the London club. The 28 year old who will be available on a free transfer in May joined Fulham on loan in January and has already proved to be [...] > read more

Man City and Chelsea target to decide future in the summer

Published on 2012-03-12 19:35:29

Real Madrid’s Gonzalo Higuain is to put off making a decision on his long term future until the summer, with the 24 year old Argentine committed to Real Madrid and their challenge for the La Liga title this season. Higuain has been a long time target of both Manchester City and Chelsea, with both Premier League [...] > read more

Redknapp unsure on England job

Published on 2012-03-12 19:29:28

The Sun newspaper is reporting this morning that Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is unsure whether to accept the position of England manager if as expected he is offered the role by the FA. Redknapp who is close to guiding Spurs into next season’s Champions League, is already in the process of identifying targets to sign [...] > read more

Morgan and O’Hara confronted by angry Wolves fans

Published on 2012-03-12 16:04:26

Wolves chairman Steve Morgan was seen fighting back the tears as he addressed fans following his side’s two-goal defeat by fellow strugglers Blackburn Rovers. Banners had been draped on railings on the road opposite the Billy Wright stand prior to kick-off accusing Morgan of turning Wolves into ‘a comedy club’ with banners unfurled in the [...] > read more

No United front at Manchester City

Published on 2012-03-12 16:02:00

The wheels came off Manchester City’s title challenge in spectacular fashion in Sunday’s 1-0 reverse at Swansea according to Monday’s press reports. Whilst the red side of Manchester were celebrating a 2-0 win over West Brom, there was notable discord amongst City’s stars at Swansea’s Liberty Stadium. Most obvious was Gareth Barry’s demeanour as he [...] > read more

Podolski denies Arsenal rumours

Published on 2012-03-12 13:13:47

German international forward Lukas Podolski has insisted that a deal taking him from FC Cologne to Arsenal in the summer is not yet a done deal, with the 26 year old telling  German Sky Sports: “Contrary to the reports of the past few days, nothing has been decided yet.” Since the autumn, Podolski has been [...] > read more

Man United eye summer swoop for Modric

Published on 2012-03-12 12:45:15

Manchester United are set to test Tottenham’s resolve once again for star Croatian midfielder Luka Modric, with the Daily Star reporting today that Sir Alex Ferguson is lining up a bid for the midfield player in the summer. As we reported  last week on Footie Online, Tottenham are in the process of putting together a [...] > read more

Chelsea likely to return to the ‘Special One’

Published on 2012-03-09 05:51:08

Former Chelsea supremo Jose Mourinho, is likely to be appointed once again the manager of the Stamford Bridge club in the summer, in a move that will certainly be favourable with the fans of the West London club. It is believed that Mourinho is to be given assurances that he will have full control over [...] > read more

Swansea City v Man City match preview

Published on 2012-03-09 05:34:54

Welsh side Swansea City play host to high flying Manchester City on the weekend on Sunday, aiming to move back into the mid table position and further away from the relegation zone. Swansea have already shown so far this season that they are able to compete with the best in the top flight, with manager [...] > read more

Dawson out for the season

Published on 2012-03-09 01:30:29

Tottenham defender Michael Dawson has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after rupturing a ligament in his right ankle. Dawson, landed awkwardly after leaping with Chris Beardsley in only the sixth minute of Spurs’ FA Cup fifth-round replay against Stevenage at White Hart Lane on Wednesday and left the field on a [...] > read more

Man City to miss out on Hamsik

Published on 2012-03-09 01:26:35

Manchester City look set to miss out on long-term target Marek Hamsik as the Slovakian international is close to penning a new long-term contract extension with Italian side Napoli. Hamsik, 24, has not just been tracked by Manchester City, and he has also been linked with a whole host of other clubs including Manchester United, [...] > read more

Liverpool chase South American defender

Published on 2012-03-09 01:20:38

Liverpool look set to continue their recent history of buying South American players as they sent highly respected scout Diego Caniggia to Brazil to report back on Anderson Vital da Silva, known as Dede. Dede, 23, currently plays for Vasco da Gama in Brazil. He has won many plaudits for his no nonsense attitude at [...] > read more

Mancini to target Van Persie with £220,000 a week offer

Published on 2012-03-09 01:15:12

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has admitted he is interested in signing Robin van Persie from Arsenal in the summer. When asked on the way out to Portugal for City’s Europa League tie with Sporting Lisbon whether he would be interested in the striker, Mancini said: ‘We are interested in all good players. This is [...] > read more

Arsenal agree deal for Podolski

Published on 2012-03-09 01:13:20

Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign striker Lukas Podolski from Cologne subject to passing a medical and agreeing personal terms. German newspaper Bild are reporting that a £10.9million deal has been agreed for the German international who will join the Gunners in the summer on a four-year contract worth £100,000 a week. Cologne-based newspaper [...] > read more

PSG chase Suarez

Published on 2012-03-07 23:50:19

Liverpool could be offered an easy ‘get out of jail free’ card as regards Luis Suarez as Paris Saint-Germain confirm their interest in the troubled Uruguayan striker. Suarez, 25, joined Liverpool last January in a £23million deal. During his time on Anfield he has shown the brilliance that convinced the Liverpool hierarchy to part with [...] > read more

Redknapp – Defoe deserves Euro 2012 place

Published on 2012-03-07 23:49:27

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp believes that Jermaine Defoe merits a place in the England squad for the upcoming European Championships even though he has not been playing regularly for Tottenham. Defoe, 29, has managed few starts for Tottenham this season and has been confined to becoming a somewhat impact sub. This has not hindered his [...] > read more

Martinez attracted by a move to England

Published on 2012-03-07 23:47:16

Javi Martinez will be hoping to put in a special performance against Manchester United in their Europa League tie against Athletico Bilbao as he tries to prove that he would be a success in the English league. Martinez will line up against Manchester United in Thursday’s encounter and he does expect a physical display. But [...] > read more

Pogba will leave United this summer

Published on 2012-03-07 10:09:35

Manchester United have lost their battle to convince highly-rated youngster Paul Pogba to remain at Old Trafford. Pogba, 18, shone in Manchester United’s FA Youth Cup squad and continually received a high billing from staff and coaches in and around United. Likened to compatriot Patrick Viera, Pogba was expected to feature heavily in the first-team [...] > read more

Hoddle speaks about the Chelsea and England vacancies

Published on 2012-03-07 10:03:12

Former England manager Glenn Hoddle has thrown his full weight of support behind Harry Redknapp being appointed England’s permanent manager, and he has also put himself forward as a potential candidate for the managerial vacancy at Chelsea. Speaking of Redknapp’s credentials, Hoddle said that Redknapp has achieved a lot in the game and has earned [...] > read more

Spurs to offer Modric £3.5m loyalty bonus

Published on 2012-03-07 10:00:07

Tottenham are prepared to offer Luka Modric a £3.5million loyalty bonus to ensure he stays at the club beyond the summer according to the Daily Mail. A new long-term contract has been on the table since last year which will more than double the Croation’s current package of £46,000 per week but the midfielder knows [...] > read more

Scramble for Fowler

Published on 2012-03-07 09:59:05

As Footie-Online reported earlier this week, Robbie Fowler was back with Blackpool and training with a view to earning a deal until the end of the season. This all transpired once it became clear that Fowler would not be plying his trade in the prospective Indian Premier League. Financial reasons have scuppered the chance of [...] > read more

Arsenal looking to bag Odemwingie in the summer

Published on 2012-03-07 09:22:46

Arsene Wenger is to reignite his interest in West Brom striker Peter Odemwingie according to the Daily Mail. The Arsenal boss is alleged to have offered £4million for the Nigerian international last summer but dropped his interest after the Baggies slapped a £8m price tag on the 30-year-old. Despite pledging his future at the Hawthorns [...] > read more

Podolski could join Arsenal on the cheap

Published on 2012-03-07 02:25:44

Arsenal target Lukas Podolski could join the Gunners for as little as £5million in the summer if Cologne are relegated from the Bundesliga. The German international is already alleged to have privately agreed terms with the North London outfit and claims by German newspaper Bild suggest Arsenal will get him on the cheap if Cologne’s [...] > read more

Bent operation a success

Published on 2012-03-06 09:40:51

Darren Bent has come through a successful operation on ruptured ankle ligaments yesterday. Bent, 28, suffered the injury in Aston Villa’s disappointing goalless encounter with Wigan just under a fortnight ago. The injury was extremely ill-timed as it coincided with the loss of on-loan striker Robbie Keane who had hit a rich vein of form [...] > read more

Wylde voluntarily leaves Rangers

Published on 2012-03-06 09:38:23

Footie Online does not normally report on goings on in the SPL but on (somewhat rare) occasions footballers act in such a ways that it is appropriate to comment on their good deed. For Rangers we are all aware of their financial plight and the financial difficulties surrounding the club currently, and the need for [...] > read more

Nani to be offered a new deal

Published on 2012-03-06 09:31:25

Manchester United are set to make winger Luis Nani one of their top-earners as they attempt to tie down his long term future to the club. Nani, 24, arrived at Manchester United from Sporting Lisbon back in 2007. Comparisons were quickly drew with compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo, and much was expected of the £18million purchase. However, [...] > read more

Chelsea job interests Sven

Published on 2012-03-06 09:30:35

On the day that Harry Redknapp denied any interest in taking over the reins at Stamford Bridge, Sven Goran Eriksson rather tongue-in-cheek confirmed his interest in the role. Eriksson, responding to direct questions, confirmed that if Chelsea wished to speak to him regarding their current vacancy he would be absolutely delighted. He went on to [...] > read more

Chelsea hand Ramires a new deal

Published on 2012-03-06 09:24:57

Despite all the troubles and tribulations surrounding Chelsea football club, some good news awaits fans as Brazilian midfielder Ramires has put pen to paper on a new five year contract. Ramires, 24, signed for Chelsea from Benfica back in 2010. That deal cost Chelsea £20million in transfer fee’s alone with some money owed to third-party [...] > read more

Man Utd fail in Hummels courtship

Published on 2012-03-06 09:19:08

Manchester United look to have failed in their efforts to convince Mats Hummels to move to Old Trafford in the summer. Hummels, 23, has been an integral part of a hugely successful Borussia Dortmund side which currently finds themselves comfortably at the top of the Bundesliga. Whilst there is more uncertainty regarding the futures of [...] > read more

Redknapp and Rodgers rubbish Chelsea link

Published on 2012-03-06 08:57:27

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has rubbished rumours linking him with the newly vacated manager’s job at Chelsea. Redknapp has already had to contend with continual speculation regarding the vacant England hot-seat following Fabio Capello’s demise bit with Andre Villas-Boas relieved of his duties over the weekend, conjecture has turned to the Chelsea job. The Spurs [...] > read more

Al-Wasl enter the race for Lampard

Published on 2012-03-05 21:35:08

Having played no small part in the downfall of Andre Villas-Boas, Frank Lampard looks set to leave Chelsea during the Summer transfer window with United Arab Emirates club Al-Wasl the latest to be linked with a move for the ageing midfielder. Lampard, idolised by many Chelsea fans for his constant goal threat, was cast out [...] > read more

Red mist descends in Tyne-Wear derby

Published on 2012-03-05 21:34:21

Sunderland captain Lee Cattermole has been suspended for four games with fellow midfielder Stephane Sessegnon suspended for three after both were sent off against Newcastle United in Sundays Tyne-Wear derby. In a fixture that tends to bring out the worst in normally rational human beings, Cattermole, known moreover perhaps for his irrational behavior in such [...] > read more

Wenger sets sights on early goal against Milan

Published on 2012-03-05 09:35:24

Arsene Wenger has promised that his Arsenal team are not only fulfilling their Champions League fixture with AC Milan because of their duty to, but instead he has promised to send out an attacking side with the aim of overturning the four goal deficit Milan earned from the first leg at the San Siro. Milan [...] > read more

Premier League title race hotting up

Published on 2012-03-05 08:09:03

Manchester United came through a tough encounter at White Hart Lane yesterday to become favourites for the Premier League title this season. Tottenham posed one of United’s few remaining obvious potential banana skins, and indeed United were second best for much of the encounter, but with Rio Ferdinand in fine form, Tottenham struggled to break [...] > read more

Arsenal line up Valbuena

Published on 2012-03-05 08:07:55

Arsenal, who have experienced a dramatic upturn in form lately, are set to deal with their midfield problems with the signing of France international Mathieu Valbuena. Valbuena, 27, currently plays for Marseille in Ligue 1, and he has consistently been linked with a move to the Premier League. That interest appears to have turned his [...] > read more

Robben puts Premier League clubs on alert

Published on 2012-03-05 08:07:20

Flying Dutchman Arjen Robben could be winging his way back to the Premier League in the summer according to the Sunday Mirror. Following his clinical display last week against England at Wembley, the prospect of humiliating Premier League defenders next season could become a reality after the Dutch master made public his displeasure with his [...] > read more

LMA Chief Exec – Chelsea are an embarrassment

Published on 2012-03-05 08:05:37

Chelsea Football Club, and in particular Roman Abramovich, have come in for scathing criticism from the Chief Executive of the League Managers’ Association over the sacking of Andre Villas-Boas. Speaking to the BBC, Richard Bevan said “What is for sure is that, despite unlimited wealth, they haven’t worked out how to build a successful football [...] > read more

Butcher – FA’s manager search ‘a farce’

Published on 2012-03-04 11:20:50

Highly respected former England captain Terry Butcher has called England’s search for a new manager to replace Fabio Capello a farce. It has now emerged that the FA are content to make the appointment of a new manager in the summer, even days before EURO 2012 per Sir Trevor Brooking when pressed on the chances [...] > read more

Chelsea sack Villas Boas

Published on 2012-03-04 11:20:05

Chelsea have called time on Andre Villas-Boas’ reign as a result of poor performances in recent weeks. AVB was brought into Chelsea after a series of discussions with his then club FC Porto, and naturally comparisons were made with the hugely successful Jose Mourinho. Unfortunately, AVB’s career with Chelsea failed to take off as the [...] > read more

Celtic’s Hooper should play for England

Published on 2012-03-03 01:38:26

Kelvin Wilson has expressed his bemusement that compatriot and Celtic teammate Gary Hooper didnt receive a call-up to the England squad for their recent friendly against Holland. Wilson said: “I don’t know how it works but I think Gary deserves one (a call-up). “I’m surprised he’s not at least in the squad.” The dearth of striking options [...] > read more

Arsenal to renew interest in Blackburn midfielder

Published on 2012-03-03 01:03:44

Arsenal are set to renew their interest in Blackburn Rovers midfielder Steven N’Zonzi, with the 23 year old likely to be a top target of the Gunners in the summer. According to Sky Sports, Arsenal are leading the chase for the highly rated N’Zonzi, but will face fierce competition for his signature from the likes of [...] > read more

Hospitality package up for grabs at Aston Villa

Published on 2012-03-03 00:28:05

Fans of Premier League side Aston Villa have a superb chance of winning VIP hospitality at a match at Villa Park thanks to a competition being run by their shirt sponsors Genting. The  overall winner will receive a fantastic hospitality package for two people at the Aston Villa home match versus Sunderland, on Saturday April [...] > read more

Tottenham interested in Llorente

Published on 2012-03-03 00:02:12

Tottenham Hostpurs are preparing a list of attacking targets should they fail in their attempt to make Emmanuel Adebayor’s move to White Hart Lane permanent. Having already drafted in Louis Saha on loan in order to bolster their attacking options, when both players leave for their parent clubs at the end of the season, Tottenham [...] > read more

Benayoun ponders his next move

Published on 2012-03-03 00:01:35

Chelsea midfielder Yossi Benayoun has set his sights firmly on ensuring that next season he plays as many games as possible. Currently on a season-long loan at Arsenal, Benayoun has complained that he has not featured enough for the Gunners since making the switch across London. On the rare occasions that he does start, Benayoun [...] > read more

Lukaku wants to leave on loan

Published on 2012-03-02 23:59:11

Chelsea’s forgotten Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku has pleaded with the club to be allowed to move on loan next season. Lukaku was one of this summer’s hottest properties after some excellent seasons with Anderlecht in Belgium. Chelsea beat of interest from almost all of the elite European clubs to sign Lukaku but Andre Villas-Boas has [...] > read more

Birmingham and Coventry hit with a transfer embargo

Published on 2012-03-02 23:58:15

Both Birmingham City and Coventry City have been hit with a transfer embargo as they failed to submit their annual accounts on time. Both have seemingly legitimate reasons for not filing their accounts on time and the clubs have been quick to extinguish fans’ fears. Coventry attribute their failure to submit their accounts on time [...] > read more

Luiz confirms Barca interest

Published on 2012-03-02 23:57:27

Speaking to Sport, David Luiz has confirmed reports that Barcelona are interested in signing him. Luiz, 24, joined Chelsea just over one year ago, signing a five year contract after Chelsea agreed to pay Benfica just over £20million for his services. Luiz’s performances at Chelsea have been a mixed back – he has either looked [...] > read more

Wenger slams Belgium and Dutch FA for treatment of players

Published on 2012-03-02 23:56:40

Arsenal are angry with the way defender Thomas Vermaelen was handled by Belgium during the international break and are considering lodging an official complaint against the Belgian Football Association (KVKB). Premier League bosses were rejoicing across the country on Tuesday morning after it emerged that FIFA are set to AXE international friendlies played in August. [...] > read more

Pompey midfielder joins Cardiff on loan

Published on 2012-03-02 23:55:39

Cardiff City are to take Portmouth and Republic of Ireland midfielder Liam Lawrence on loan for the remainder of the season after reaching an agreement with the south coast side. Despite being a key member of Pompey boss Michael Appleton’s squad, the stricken clubs financial situation means they need to take drastic cost-cutting measures. The [...] > read more

Wolves Hammill joins Boro on loan

Published on 2012-03-01 11:07:50

Championship side Middlesbrough have signed Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Adam Hammill on loan until the end of the season. The 24-year-old joined Wolves from Barnsley in January 2011 but has been limited to 23 appearances at Molineux with 21 of those coming from the bench. Boro’s promotion drive has faltered in 2012 and with just two [...] > read more

Tottenham plan for Vertonghen arrival

Published on 2012-03-01 11:07:00

Tottenham look almost certain to clinch the signing of much-sought-after Ajax defender Jan Vertonghen when his contract expires at the end of this season. Vertonghen, 24, is a product of the much revered Ajax academy and the Belgian international is also captain of the team, despite having made clear for over a year now his [...] > read more

Fergie wants de Gea to ‘bulk up’

Published on 2012-03-01 11:04:31

Sir Alex Ferguson has advised Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea to ‘bulk up’ in order to truly be a world class goalkeeper. The Spanish goalkeeper, signed from Atletico Madrid for a fee in the region of £17million, has had a tough start to life in the Premier League. Despite showing himself to be an impressive [...] > read more

Bendtner mulls over Russia move

Published on 2012-03-01 11:03:45

Nicklas Bendtner is considering a lucrative move to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala in the summer, according to reports today. Bendtner, who is currently on loan at Sunderland from Arsenal, is a free agent in the summer, and with the 24-year old striker deemed surplus to requirements by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, the Danish international would be [...] > read more

Luiz fully behind AVB

Published on 2012-03-01 10:55:36

Further examples of fractions and bickering from within the Chelsea camp came to light last night. David Luiz, speaking to Portuguese press following Brazil’s 2-1 friendly win over Bosnia and Herzegovina said “There are no privileged people there [Chelsea]. He [Lampard] simply has to listen to the coach when he gives orders and take them. [...] > read more

Anzhi chase Essien

Published on 2012-03-01 10:53:31

Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala are looking to make Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien their next high-profile signing, according to African football site Afrik.com. Essien, who worked under current Anzhi manager Guus Hiddink during the Dutchman’s time at Chelsea, is without doubt one of the best ‘pressing’ midfielders the game has known and he has been talismanic [...] > read more

ECJ ruling may allow fixture list reproduction

Published on 2012-03-01 10:50:41

Online football websites may soon be able to reproduce fixture lists for the Barclay’s Premier League, the SPL and the NPower Championship without having to pay a hefty licence fee to Football Dataco. The European Court of Justice heard a referral from the High Court in London concerning whether a database, such as a football [...] > read more

Pearce not in it for the long-term

Published on 2012-03-01 05:34:28

England’s interim boss Stuart Pearce insists he is happy to take charge of England’s Euro 2012 campaign, but does not believe he is the long-term option. The England under 21 coach oversaw Wednesday night’s 3-2 reverse to the Netherlands with Arjen Robben’s late winner halting a comeback that looked to have earned England a draw. [...] > read more

Barca’s Keita drops hint to Liverpool

Published on 2012-03-01 05:33:49

Barcelona midfielder Seydou Keita has admitted he finds the prospect of a summer move to Anfield appealing. The 32-year-old has struggled to hold down a regular starting berth at Camp Nou since the arrival in the summer of Cesc Fabregas and the emergence of Thiago Alcantara. With just 14 competitive starts so far this term, [...] > read more

Mills mulls over Leeds move

Published on 2012-02-29 14:41:49

Leicester City defender Matthew Mills is reportedly mulling over a potential move to Leeds United on loan. According to reports in the Yorkshire Post. Mills was signed by the then Leicester manager Sven Goran-Erikkson from Reading in a £5.5million deal. This made him the most expensive player purchase in Leicester’s entire history, but his move [...] > read more

Manchester Utd target £6m rated Torino star

Published on 2012-02-29 14:41:04

Manchester United are one of a number of Premier League clubs running the rule over Torino’s talented midfielder Alen Stevanovic according to the Daily Mail. In 2010, Arsenal scouts compared the 21-year-old winger to Cristiano Ronaldo when watching him develop at Inter Milan. Despite making one appearance for the Nerazzurri however, Jose Mourinho largely ignored [...] > read more

Former Real midfielder Diarra joins Fulham

Published on 2012-02-29 10:35:00

Fulham have announced the signing of former Real Madrid midfielder Mahamadou Diarra until the end of the season, pending the successful completion of a visa. The 30-year-old Mali international who once cost a reported £22m when he joined Real Madrid in 2006 went on to win two league titles in four seasons with the Spanish [...] > read more

Hart backs Pearce appointment

Published on 2012-02-29 10:34:12

Manchester City and England goalkeeper Joe Hart has thrown his full support behind the potential appointment of Stuart Pearce as England head coach, although he has said that whoever the FA appoint for the role would receive the full backing from him and the rest of the squad. Speaking ahead of England’s friendly against the [...] > read more

Tottenham target Silvestre

Published on 2012-02-29 10:30:44

Tottenham Hotspurs are planning a £9million swoop for Argentinean centre-back Matias Silvestre. Silvestre, 27, currently plays in Serie A for Palermo, who bought him from Catania last summer in a £7million deal. The uncapped Argentinean’s performances since making the move to Palermo have not gone unnoticed and he was the subject of an enquiry from [...] > read more

Scott Parker will captain England

Published on 2012-02-29 10:24:23

Footie Online understands that Scott Parker has been chosen as the man to lead Stuart Pearce’s England side in their friendly against Netherlands. There has been much speculation as to who Stuart Pearce would pick, with James Milner, Steven Gerrard and Joe Hart all mooted as possibilities. However, Pearce has decided from the list of [...] > read more

Redknapp wants summer reunion with Walcott

Published on 2012-02-29 10:16:55

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp will make Arsenal winger Theo Walcott his number one target this summer assuming he remains in situ at White Hart Lane. The 22 year old brushed off recent criticism from some fans frustrated no doubt by recent abject performances, to tear into Redknapp’s Spurs side in Sundays north London derby with [...] > read more

Berlusconi – AC Milan not chasing RVP

Published on 2012-02-29 10:15:01

AC Milan have suggested that they are not interested in signing Arsenal’s Robin Van Persie when the transfer window re-opens in the summer. Van Persie has been in sensational form this season and he has by and large carried what is one of the poorest Arsenal squads in recent memories. His contract expires at the [...] > read more

Man City to sign Cavani

Published on 2012-02-29 10:14:04

Manchester City are set to clinch the signing of Napoli centre-forward Edinson Cavani this summer in a deal worth £42million ahead of Premier League rivals Chelsea. Manchester City have been scouting Cavani since before the 2010 World Cup and his goalscoring exploits this season have convinced the club’s hierarchy that he should be their number [...] > read more

Samba defends move

Published on 2012-02-29 09:51:40

Chris Samba has defended his move to Anzhi Makhachkala by rejecting claims that he only joined the Russian outfit for the money. The 27 year old defender joined Anzhi last week in a £12 million pound deal after being pursued by a host of top clubs including Arsenal and Spurs. However, the big spending Russians [...] > read more

Fabregas insists ‘In Arsene you should trust’

Published on 2012-02-28 09:53:08

Former Arsenal captain and talisman Cesc Fabregas has delivered a ringing endorsement of Gunners boss Arsene Wenger. Fabregas admits to keeping a keen interest in the plight of his former team and insists it still hurts him to see Arsenal lose. He maintains however that the Frenchman is the right person to turn around the [...] > read more

Milner eyes England role

Published on 2012-02-28 07:48:39

James Milner insists he would not be fazed if asked to lead his country out against Holland on Wednesday night. The 26 year old midfielder was highlighted by interim boss Stuart Pearce as somebody who has all the qualities required to captain his country. Asked by journalists ahead of England’s friendly international if he was [...] > read more

Cardiff’s Mackay on Premier radar

Published on 2012-02-28 07:45:15

Alan Hansen has issued a warning to Cardiff City fans celebrating their side’s Carling Cup exploits, by musing that boss Malky Mackay’s stock has risen such that he will now be targeted by a number of Premier League clubs. Mackay, during his time at Cardiff and at Watford, has shown himself to be an astute [...] > read more

Leeds sign Webber

Published on 2012-02-28 07:40:55

Leeds United have beaten off competition from the far-east to secure the signing of free agent Danny Webber. Webber, 30, is a former Manchester United trainee. He failed to make the grade at Old Trafford and left for Watford without making a competitive appearance for the Red Devils. Webber had a poor first two seasons [...] > read more

Robins’ Foster earns first call-up

Published on 2012-02-28 07:40:10

Bristol City defender Richard Foster has earned an unexpected call-up for the Scotland national side after Alan Hutton pulled out through injury. Foster, 26, joined Bristol City from Aberdeen back in January. He has quickly established himself as a first-choice defender and has already covered both flanks. His versatility does not end there as he [...] > read more

Parker named England player of the year

Published on 2012-02-28 07:39:25

Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker has been voted England Player of the Year by fans. Parker had not featured for the majority of Fabio Capello’s tenure until called off the bench for his fourth cap against Denmark 12months ago. A further six games followed in 2011 during which time he has re-established himself as a key [...] > read more

AVB admits job fears

Published on 2012-02-28 07:35:06

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas’ unfaltering confidence is showing signs of waning as he admits that he is unsure whether he will face a similar fate as his predecessor Carlo Ancelotti. Ancelotti was sacked in May 2011 at the end of a trophyless season and in spite of the fact that he achieved the double the [...] > read more

Football game based on Shoot Magazine unveiled

Published on 2012-02-28 01:56:37

Iconic British football brand to theme online slot game Microgaming has teamed up with Pedigree Group Limited, the owner of the Shoot football brand, to develop an online slot game using imagery from the popular football magazine that will provide an instant connection for online slot playing football fans. The agreement was brokered by licencing agents Bulldog Licensing Limited together with digital specialist AT [...] > read more

AVB chasing Hulk

Published on 2012-02-28 00:39:03

Manchester City fans taunted FC Porto’s Hulk during their Europa League encounter by singing ‘You’re not incredible’. His former boss Andre Villas-Boas, however, disagrees and has pleaded with Roman Abramovich to sanction a move for the very expensive Brazilian forward. English Premier League clubs have constantly been linked with Hulk, who would certainly cost more [...] > read more

Villas-Boas plots triple Porto raid

Published on 2012-02-28 00:38:21

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas is considering a summer raid on former club Porto for star forward Hulk, midfielder Joao Moutinho and wing-back Alvaro Pereira. The trio were part of AVB’s 2011 quadruple winning team and enjoyed unprecedented success at the Estádio do Dragão. With both Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou expected to leave when their [...] > read more

Arsenal’s half-year accounts show huge profits

Published on 2012-02-27 11:05:20

Today Arsenal released their 6 monthly accounts covering the period 1 June 2011 to 30 November 2011. Those accounts show a rise in profits to £49.5million and, although footballing turnover figures rose, those profits can be largely attributed to profits on transfers – namely Samir Nasri and Cesc Fabregas. Arsenal have boosted their cash reserves [...] > read more

Holt not expecting England call

Published on 2012-02-27 08:54:46

Norwich striker Grant Holt notched his 10th Premier League goal yesterday as Norwich almost secured a draw gainst Champions Manchester United. However, despite having the second best goals tally of English strikers in the top division, the striker is not holding out for an England call-up. Darren Bent was famously omitted from the World Cup [...] > read more

Villa hopeful over Bent injury

Published on 2012-02-27 08:53:53

Aston Villa are hopeful that Darren Bent’s ankle injury is not as severe as first feared despite an initial scan proving inconclusive. The England international landed awkwardly following a second half challenge with Antolin Alcaraz during Villa’s goalless draw with Wigan at the DW stadium. Club officials feared the worst after the 28 year old [...] > read more

Del Bosque – Torres must start scoring

Published on 2012-02-27 08:53:14

It is old news that Fernando Torres has been overlooked for the Spain squad for their friendly against Venezuela on Wednesday. However, Spain supremo Vicente del Bosque has assured Torres that he can still be a part of Spain’s squad for the European Championships this summer, but he must find his goalscoring touch soon. Torres [...] > read more

Fulham sign Diarra on a short-term deal

Published on 2012-02-27 08:52:26

Fulham have captured the free signing of former Real Madrid midfielder Mahamadou Diarra. Diarra, 30, has been without a club since the summer having left Monaco as a free agent. He has not been without offers, but he has been biding his time waiting for the right opportunity to present itself. Martin Jol has managed [...] > read more

Shelvey joins Boro

Published on 2012-02-27 04:01:21

Middlesbrough have captured the very impressive signing of Liverpool youngster Jonjo Shelvey. Shelvey, who will turn 20 on Monday, joined Liverpool from Charlton Athletic amid interest from Arsenal, Man Utd, and several clubs from overseas. Liverpool paid £1.7million to acquire Shelvey and much was expected of the youngster. Unfortunately Shelvey has not impressed at Anfield [...] > read more

Villa fans calling for McLeish sacking

Published on 2012-02-26 23:51:05

Aston Villa fans have never taken to Alex McLeish and they were particularly unwelcoming of the Scot when he made the move from Birmingham City to Villa Park. After a sustained run of poor performances, and a lowly Premier League position, fans are calling for the former Glasgow Rangers manager to be relieved of his [...] > read more

Lampard – AVB relationship ‘less than ideal’

Published on 2012-02-26 23:49:30

Frank Lampard has admitted that his relationship with Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas is ‘less than ideal’. Whilst there has been much speculation that there are divisions in the Chelsea camp and that Andre Villas-Boas does not have the backing of senior players, something AVB himself has alluded to, it is rather unprecedented for a player [...] > read more

Owen is not a Royal target

Published on 2012-02-26 23:48:35

Brian McDermott has squashed talk of Michael Owen joining the Royals for their final push of the season as they attempt to return to the Premier League. McDermott took his side to Wembley last season in the Play-off finals but unfortunately his squad did not have enough in the tank for the final game. They [...] > read more

RVP not open to contract extension talks… yet

Published on 2012-02-26 23:40:57

Ahead of yesterday’s crucial encounter against local rivals Tottenham Hotspurs, Arsenal’s Robin Van Persie  reiterated to the club’s hierarchy that he will not entertain contract extension talks until the end of the current season. Arsenal have once again let one of their star players’ contract run to the wire and from the end of next [...] > read more

Arsenal thump Spurs

Published on 2012-02-26 14:55:28

Arsenal came back from 2-0 down to secure a thumping 5-2 victory against Tottenham at the Emirates. Tottenham took an early lead as the naive Arsenal defence was split allowing Saha to get his shot away, which deflected over Szczesny off Vermaelen. Tottenham were then later in the half awarded a penalty after Gareth Bale [...] > read more

Rio tutors Pogba

Published on 2012-02-25 15:10:33

Manchester United are now so concerned that highly rated midfielder Paul Pogba will not renew his stay on Old Trafford that Sir Alex Ferguson has tasked Rio Ferdinand, a player held in high regard by Pogba, to convince the youngster to stay. Pogba is very impressionable and is known to be a huge fan of [...] > read more

RVP “Arsenal must beat Spurs”

Published on 2012-02-25 15:07:26

Robin Van Persie has demanded that Arsenal win in their North-London derby against Tottenham Hotspurs this weekend. Arsenal have fallen way behind third place Tottenham this season and there is a real and substantial chance that they wont qualify for the Champions League next season. They are also set to finish the season without any [...] > read more

Cole Barca bound

Published on 2012-02-25 15:06:43

Rumours are circulating that Ashley Cole will be making a big-money Summer move from Chelsea to Barcelona according to the Daily Mail. Cole is at the centre of rumours of a fall-out with Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas after he apparently questioned his tactics earlier this week following the crushing 3-1 defeat away at Napoli – Villas-Boas [...] > read more

‘Do svidaniya’ for Arsenals Arshavin

Published on 2012-02-25 00:48:17

Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin has completed a loan move to his former club Zenit St Petersburg until the end of the season. The 30-year-old had been heavily linked with a move back to Russia with either Anzhi Makhachkala or Zenit St Petersburg, the club he left to join the Gunners in January 2009. Arshavin and [...] > read more

Samba joins Anzhi Makhachkala for £9million

Published on 2012-02-25 00:47:36

Blackburn Rovers defender Christopher Samba has joined cash rich Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala for £9million. The 27 year old swaps Lancashire for Dagestan in a deal that could net Rovers a further £2m depending on appearances and other factors. Samba became disillusioned with the direction the Ewood Park club was heading under Venky’s and after [...] > read more

Cardiff v Liverpool Match Preview

Published on 2012-02-24 09:59:01

Cardiff take on Liverpool at Wembley on Sunday in the Carling Cup Final, with the high flying NPower Championship side hopeful of a giant killing cup upset. Cardiff have good news in the form of goalkeeper Tom Heaton having overcome an ankle injury and is now set to play in goal ahead of David Marshall. [...] > read more

Villa will bid for Keane

Published on 2012-02-24 08:36:19

Aston Villa are keen to sign LA Galaxy’s Robbie Keane when the transfer window opens in the summer.  Alex McLeish’s side have struggled for goals since his arrival as coach and in January he recruited Robbie Keana from the MLS on a short-term loan.  Keane, formerly of Tottenham, Leeds and Inter Milan, performed well in [...] > read more

Samba nearing Blackburn exit

Published on 2012-02-24 08:35:38

Blackburn fans will remember that back in January burly defender Christopher Samba handed in a transfer request – and not for the first time during his stay on Ewood Park.  When the transfer window closed many fans expected Samba to stay and had hoped that he would return to the fray ready to battle against [...] > read more

Pearce up for Euro campaign

Published on 2012-02-24 08:34:47

Yesterday Stuart Pearce selected his first England squad having assumed the managerial role on a caretaker basis following the resignation of Fabio Capello, and he gave surprise call ups to Fraizer Campbell, Scott Carson and Tom Cleverley. That squad will face Holland at Wembley, the side’s first meeting in London since the nostalgic Euro 1996 [...] > read more

Robins loan Davis

Published on 2012-02-24 08:34:03

Bristol City manager Derek McInnes looks set to pull off a real loan coup as he draws close to agreeing the one-month loan signing of former Tottenham, Portsmouth and Fulham midfielder Sean Davis.  Davis has not featured in a competitive match for Bolton since August 2009 due to two horrific injuries. However, he has now [...] > read more

United progress despite performance

Published on 2012-02-24 08:33:16

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was extremely disappointed with his side’s performance in their round of 32 second leg clash against Ajax.  United progressed to the next stage of the competition 3-2 on aggregate, but they lost last night’s encounter 2-1. Another goal for Ajax could have seen them progress by virtue of the [...] > read more

Arsenal freeze season ticket costs

Published on 2012-02-24 08:32:33

Arsenal’s board have opted to freeze season ticket prices for the upcoming 2012/13 season. This comes on the back of news that Arsene Wenger will have a bumper transfer kitty to launch an assault on major silverware to prevent another trophyless season.  Whilst season tickets have been frozen, corporate memberships will rise by 2% which [...] > read more

Wolves appoint Connor as manager

Published on 2012-02-24 08:31:30

Wolves have promoted assistant boss Terry Connor to manager until the end of the season. Wolves called time on Mick McCarthy’s five and a half year rein as manager following the clubs 5-1 home drubbing at the hands of Black Country rivals West Brom on 12th February. The search for a replacement has turned into [...] > read more

Roman asks Villas-Boas to justify team selection

Published on 2012-02-24 00:25:43

Andre Villas-Boas has revealed that he was asked to justify his team selection against Napoli to owner Roman Abramovich. The Portuguese manager’s tenure at Stamford Bridge continues to offer up back page headlines as he repeatedly fends off dispersions on his long term future at the club. He has presided over the club’s least successful [...] > read more

Bristol City’s stadium battle continues

Published on 2012-02-23 15:23:03

Bristol City’s bid to relocate to a new 30,000 seater stadium has taken more twists and turns this week. Bankrolled by the successfull Stephen Lansdown, Bristol City had hoped to move to the Ashton Vale area of the city (a short walk from their current ground, Ashton Gate) and Lansdown had already purchased land on [...] > read more

Smith turns down Wolves call

Published on 2012-02-23 14:40:09

Earlier today Footie Online brought you the news that Wolverhampton Wanderers were hoping to appoint Walter Smith as their manager on an interim basis after the Scot had already ruled himself out of the running for the job on a permanent basis. Unfortunately for fans of Wolves we must now report that Walter Smith has [...] > read more

Portsmouth may not survive this season

Published on 2012-02-23 14:39:22

Yesterday Footie Online reported that Portsmouth had made 30 staff redundant. Today it has emerged that that number grew to 33. Furthermore, in a frank discussion organised with concerned supporters earlier today, Administrator Trevor Birch admitted that the club may be unable to see out the end of this season. Portsmouth are in a dire [...] > read more

Ancelotti lays into Torres

Published on 2012-02-23 14:38:40

Former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has said that he thinks time should be called on Fernando Torres’ Stamford Bridge career. Brought in during his tenure, Torres arrived at Chelsea from Liverpool in a transfer deadline swoop costing £50million. In an equal move of madness, Liverpool spent £35million of that money on an unproven, untested young [...] > read more

Wenger to have £100million transfer budget

Published on 2012-02-23 14:36:59

Reports are circulating that Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is set to be handed a £100million war chest when the transfer window reopens at the end of the season. Wenger has already admitted to having money to spend in January, and even though throughout the preceeding four months it was blindingly obvious that reinforcements were needed, [...] > read more

Arsenal plan summer bids for Gotze and Podolski

Published on 2012-02-23 09:54:56

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has once again been linked with summer moves for Cologne forward Lukas Podolski and Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Gotze as he comes under increasing pressure to end the Gunners seven years without silverware. German newspaper Bild suggested on Thursday that the combined offer will total £55 million and Wenger is not [...] > read more

Campbell and Cleverley get England call-ups

Published on 2012-02-23 09:53:52

Fraizer Campbell and Tom Cleverley are line to win their first caps after being called up for England’s re-arranged friendly with Holland next week. Campbell’s call-up is the major surprise, with the Sunderland striker having only recently recovered from 18 months out of action after two knee ligament operations. Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley was [...] > read more

Wolves turn to Smith

Published on 2012-02-23 05:45:51

Wolves look set to appoint Walter Smith as their new manager on a temporary basis. Wolves had hoped to install Alan Curbishley as manager, but he rejected thise calls and they were also rebuffed in attempts to recruit Brian McDermott and Gus Poyet. It is understood that Walter Smith was asked if he would like [...] > read more

Ferguson hoping for all-Manchester final

Published on 2012-02-23 05:45:05

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that he is hoping that his Manchester United meet local ‘noisy neighbours’ Manchester City in the final of the Europa League. Manchester City have already progressed from the round of 32 having stormed to victory in their second leg test against FC Porto. Manchester United meanwhile have one foot in [...] > read more

Liverpool and Arsenal to battle it out for Bremen star

Published on 2012-02-22 01:46:09

Liverpool and Arsenal are set to battle it out to sign Werder Bremen midfield star Marko Marin in the summer, with the 22 year old attacking midfielder identified by both clubs as one of their top transfer targets in the summer. Marin has been receiving rave reviews in the Bundesliga which has seen his stock [...] > read more

Arsenal to start contract talks with key players

Published on 2012-02-22 01:28:35

Arsenal are keen to start opening negotiations with key players, Theo Walcott, Robin Van Persie and Tomas Rosicky, with manager Arsene Wenger anxious to tie down all three players to long term deals. Van Persie aside, whose contract situation has been widely reported on over the past few months, there have been doubts over the [...] > read more

Pressure grows on AVB as Chelsea suffer defeat in Italy

Published on 2012-02-22 01:21:59

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas’s tenure as manager of the Stamford Bridge club is coming under increasing pressure this morning, after last night’s capitulation against the Napoli in the Champions League. Chelsea lost the 2nd round first leg 3 – 1 and have an uphill battle to qualify to the quarter finals as a result. Already [...] > read more

Tevez offers up olive branch to Manchester City

Published on 2012-02-21 23:53:59

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has apologised ‘unreservedly’ for his conduct following September’s touchline debacle. The olive branch comes following his return to England last week after a self-imposed, three-month exile in Argentina which effectively cost him £9.3m in wages, fines and lost bonuses. Tevez has also withdrawn his appeal to the Premier League over [...] > read more

Burnley eye Heaton

Published on 2012-02-21 10:29:20

Championship club Burnley are preparing a bid for Cardiff City number 2 keeper Tom Heaton this summer. Heaton who’s heroics in the League cup Semi Final 2nd leg against Crystal Palace sent the Bluebirds to Wembley to face Liverpool this Sunday, has been pursued by the clarets all season and the Burnley boss has made no [...] > read more

Wolves want McDermott

Published on 2012-02-21 08:43:26

Reading manager Brian McDermott has emerged as a leading contender for the Wolverhampton Wanderers managerial vacancy. Wolves have already spoken to Alan Curbishley and Steve Bruce about taking over the reins at Molineux and, whilst Bruce is still thought to be a strong contender for the role, it is understood that Wolves are very keen [...] > read more

Sullivan tells Newcastle to tie Demba down

Published on 2012-02-21 08:42:30

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan has claimed that Newcastle striker Demba Ba could leave for a fraction of his current valuation in the summer if the Magpies don’t tie him to a new deal. Sullivan knows from bitter experience just how frustrating that could prove after seeing the Senegal international leave Upton Park as a [...] > read more

PSG on Song

Published on 2012-02-21 08:41:34

Paris Saint Germain are set to raid Arsenal for Cameroon international Alex Song. Song, 24, joined Arsenal from Bastia back initially on loan, although a permanent move was agreed in June 2006 for £1million. Song’s Arsenal career started slowly as the backroom staff seemed somewhat confused about what was his natural position. He was allowed [...] > read more

Ramires set to sign new Chelsea deal

Published on 2012-02-21 08:39:54

Chelsea midfielder Ramires is set to sign a contract extension that would tie him to the West London outfit until at least 2017. The Brazil international was signed by former boss Carlo Ancelotti in August 2010 for an alleged £18million and after a stuttering start to his Chelsea career has been one of their standout [...] > read more

Benitez mooted as shock replacement for AVB at Chelsea

Published on 2012-02-21 05:30:19

Reports this morning suggest that former Liverpool supremo Rafael Benitez is being lined up to replace under fire Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas at Stamford Bridge. Benitez who led Liverpool to Champions League success back in 2005 has been out of work since parting company with Italian side Inter Milan in December 2010. Reports this morning [...] > read more

Olivier Giroud is on Arsenal’s radar to increase firepower

Published on 2012-02-21 02:02:45

Arsenal have identified Olivier Giroud as the man to bolster their attack next summer, but face stiff competition from both Bayern Munich and Italian side Napoli for his signature in the summer. According to Metro, Arsene Wenger is set to return to France in the summer as he looks to improve his squad, with the [...] > read more

Former Arsenal star Petit speaks on Arsenal transfer policy

Published on 2012-02-21 01:07:12

Former Arsenal midfield star, Frenchman Emmanuel Petit has spoken about the transfer policy currently employed by his former club, stating that Arsenal need to buy experience. In a criticism of the Gunner’s current incoming transfer policy, which has seen the North London club favour upcoming youth talent over experience, Petit said what a lot of [...] > read more

Arsenal keen on Standard Leige full back

Published on 2012-02-21 01:03:11

Arsenal have set their sights on Standard Liege’s full back Daniel Opare, with reports suggesting that Arsene Wenger is keen on bringing the former Real Madrid man to the Emirates. The 21 year was part of Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations squad but did not receive any game time. However, his performances for Standard Liege [...] > read more

Keane thrown to the Wolves as Curbishley pulls out

Published on 2012-02-21 00:52:46

Roy Keane has emerged as a surprise candidate for the vacant manager’s post at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Wolves called time on Mick McCarthy’s five and a half year rein as manager following the clubs 5-1 home drubbing at the hands of Black Country rivals West Brom last week. Second interviews are scheduled to take place this [...] > read more

Villas-Boas wants vote of confidence

Published on 2012-02-21 00:52:07

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has suggested that the club’s hierarchy should make it clear that they back his long term vision for the club. According to the Daily Mail. Villas-Boas has repeatedly fended off dispersions on his long term future at Stamford Bridge and maintains that he has the full backing of owner Roman Abramovich. [...] > read more

Arsenal board to give full backing to Wenger

Published on 2012-02-20 09:04:21

Arsenal’s hierarchy are prepared to give their full backing to manager Arsene Wenger when the board meet on Thursday according to the Daily Mail. Majority shareholder Stan Kroenke will fly in from America this week to oversee the meeting where the under fire Frenchman will receive the boards full backing along with the promise of [...] > read more

Ibrahimovic’s message to Van Persie: “Leave Arsenal”

Published on 2012-02-20 00:05:06

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has urged Robin Van Persie to move out of his ‘comfort zone’ and leave Arsenal. Ibrahimovic told The Sun: “When you don’t win anything for years, people understand why you leave like Cesc Fabregas” Ibrahimovic’s words will have particular resonance to Van Persie in the week that the Swedish striker scored twice in [...] > read more

Portsmouth teen set for Liverpool trial

Published on 2012-02-20 00:04:21

Portsmouth prodigy Sam Magri is to join Liverpool on trial, with a view to joining the Anfield club permanently. Talented centre-back Magri, 17, is the jewel in Portsmouth’s academy crown, but with the south coast side in administration once again and their assets frozen – the club famously couldn’t afford a scan on Liam Lawrence’s [...] > read more

Warnock appointed Leeds Utd manager

Published on 2012-02-20 00:03:21

Leeds United have appointed Neil Warnock as manager until the end of the 2012/13 campaign. Warnock, who was sacked as Queens Park Rangers manager in January following a run of eight Premier League games without a win, takes over from previous incumbent Simon Grayson who was sacked on 1 February. The former QPR, Sheffield Utd [...] > read more

Mertesacker potentially out for the season

Published on 2012-02-18 05:33:43

Arsenal have lost Per Mertesacker to injury potentially for the duration of this season. Mertesacker suffered the injury during Arsenal’s 2-1 Premier League victory at the Stadium of Light and he missed Arsenal’s visit to the San Siro on Wednesday. He has undergone surgery on damaged ligaments and Arsene Wenger confirmed that this entailed reconstruction [...] > read more

Drogba scotches Shanghai rumours

Published on 2012-02-18 05:32:59

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has confirmed he wants to stay at Stamford Bridge despite rumours of a move to China. Drogba turns 34 in March and is in the final year of his current Blues deal. The player will be free to leave Stamford Bridge next summer if fresh terms cannot be agreed although Andre [...] > read more

Hiddink joins Anzhi

Published on 2012-02-18 05:31:00

Chelsea players who were pushing for Guus Hiddink to return as interim manager will be disappointed today as the Dutchman has agreed to takeover at Russian money-club Anzhi Makhachkala. Hiddink, a close friend of Roman Abramovich, took over the reigns at Chelsea after Luiz Felipe Scolari’s disastrous spell in charge at Stamford Bridge. He miraculously [...] > read more

Portsmouth enter administration again

Published on 2012-02-18 05:26:58

Portsmouth have been deducted 10 points in accordance with Football League rules and regulations after the Championship club went into administration. Pompey’s administration status was confirmed at a High Court hearing on Friday after the stricken club had been issued with a winding-up petition in January by HM Revenue and Customs regarding a tax bill [...] > read more

United’s win over Ajax marred by Valencia injury

Published on 2012-02-16 23:00:50

Manchester United’s 2-0 Europa League win over Ajax has been marred by the news that winger Antonia Valencia is facing four weeks out of action with a hamstring injury. Valencia was introduced as a 76th minute substitute for goal-scorer Ashley Young and after setting up United’s second on 85 minutes was immediately taken off. “He [...] > read more

Birmingham to loan Danny Rose

Published on 2012-02-16 14:09:11

Promotion chasing Birmingham City are hoping to tie up a loan deal for Tottenham Hotspurs’ Danny Rose. Rose, 21, joined Tottenham from Leeds United in a £1million deal in spite of the fact at that point he had never before played a competitive match. He cemented a place in the Spurs fans’ hearts when he [...] > read more

Ferguson backs Giggs to become successor

Published on 2012-02-16 08:20:38

Ryan Giggs has been touted as a potential successor to Sir Alex Ferguson by the Manchester United manager himself. Although the current occupant of the Old Trafford hot-seat has given no suggestion that he is to step down any time soon, the position will ultimately be made available. The 70-year-old Scot has been in charge [...] > read more

Chelsea stars want Hiddink return

Published on 2012-02-16 00:50:59

Senior players amongst the Stamford Bridge playing staff want former caretaker manager Guus Hiddink installed as manager at Chelsea, to halt a decline in form and inconsistency which has been apparent under current manager Andre Villas-Boas. The London Evening Standard is reporting that several Chelsea senior players have lost faith in the current incumbent Villas-Boas and [...] > read more

Wenger describes Arsenal as shocking in Euro thrashing

Published on 2012-02-16 00:44:39

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has described his charges as ‘shocking’ after their capitulation last night in the Champions League 2nd round first leg match, against Italian side AC Milan. A match in which they were soundly beaten 4 – 0 at the San Siro. A brace from former Manchester City and Real Madrid man Robinho, [...] > read more

Pogba content to bide his time at Manchester United

Published on 2012-02-16 00:27:14

Paul Pogba has expressed his frustration at sitting on the sidelines at Manchester United, but insists he is happy to wait for his chance. The 18-year old French midfielder is held in high regard at the club, but has yet to break into the first-team at Old Trafford, with only handful of Carling Cup starts and [...] > read more

Giggs refuses to set retirement date

Published on 2012-02-16 00:22:56

Ryan Giggs has insisted he has yet to set a date on his retirement at Manchester United, believing it would be a mistake to quit the game early, as some of his colleagues have done. Having recently secured a contract extension till the summer of 2013, thirty-eight year old Giggs is set to make his [...] > read more

Huddersfield sack Clark

Published on 2012-02-15 14:42:39

Huddersfield Town have sacked manager Lee Clark and his backroom team for footballing reasons. Clark, is widely regarded as one of the best up and coming managers in England at the moment, and many regarded him as having the potential to one day manage at the very top of the game. However, a poor run [...] > read more

Henry wanted to stay at Arsenal

Published on 2012-02-15 14:41:04

On loan Thierry Henry wants to stay at Arsenal, but remains loyal to MLS side New York Red Bulls, according to Bacary Sagna and Robin van Persie. Eyebrows were raised when it was announced the prodigal son was to return to the North London outfit on loan, but his short stay has reinforced his legendary [...] > read more

Huddlestone out for the season

Published on 2012-02-15 09:27:46

Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone will miss the remainder of the season after revealing further surgery on his troublesome ankle injury is needed. The 25-year-old has been out of action since suffering ligament damage in August and although Spurs insist Huddlestone’s rehabilitation is progressing as expected, secondary surgery is required to accelerate recovery. A statement on [...] > read more

Foxes snare Nugent

Published on 2011-07-05 18:14:31

Leicester City have agreed terms with free agent David Nugent following his exit from Portsmouth. The 26 year old spent 4 years at Fratton Park where he joined from Preston North End in a £6million deal and becomes Sven Goran Eriksson’s fifth summ > read more

Family affair for Riise as Fulham target Roma star

Published on 2011-07-05 15:12:46

Fulham are lining up a move to bring former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise back to the Premier League according to Skysports.com. The Norwegian is seen by Fulham boss Martin Jol as an ideal replacement for want away left back Carlos Salcido who l > read more

Traore tracked by Hamburg and Werder Bremen

Published on 2011-07-05 14:52:07

Footie Online has learned that Arsenal player Armand Traore is being looked at by German clubs Hamburg and Werder Bremen, with a view to one or both clubs making an official approach for the Frenchman. Traore spent the 2010-11 season on a season long > read more

Liverpool turn to N’Zogbia after failing to capture Lennon

Published on 2011-07-05 13:01:33

Liverpool have turned their attention to Wigan’s winger Charles N’Zogbia after failing to tempt Tottenham to part with England wide man Aaron Lennon. Having missed out on Ashley Young who chose to join  Manchester United, Liverpool have > read more

Inter may relent and sell Sneijder

Published on 2011-07-05 11:06:10

Manchester United’s long time target, Dutch international and Inter Milan midfielder Wesley Sneijder could now be sold  according to reports from Italy. Sneijder has been one of Sir Alex Ferguson’s top transfer targets during this window > read more

Pavlyuchenko refuses to commit his future to Spurs…. Again

Published on 2011-07-05 08:46:52

On a day when talks are ongoing between Tottenham Hotspurs and Luke Modric it has emerged that Roman Pavlyuchenko has refused to commit his future to Spurs amid rumours of a £10million bid from Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala. Anzhi Makhachkala were > read more

Henderson in talks with Pompey

Published on 2011-07-05 08:32:59

Young goalkeeper Stephen Henderson is in talks with Portsmouth with a view to signing for them. In an ironic twist, Henderson turned down a contract extension with former club Bristol City who he subsequently left on 1st July when his existing deal e > read more

Der Hammer knocking on Villa’s door

Published on 2011-07-05 08:17:02

Out of contract Thomas Hitzlsperger has hinted of a move back to Aston Villa where his Premier League career took off. The German International suggested when leaving Villa in 2005 of his desire to return to the East Midlands club one day and despite > read more

Manchester City interested in Cagliari’s Nainggolan

Published on 2011-07-05 07:46:05

According to reports coming out of Manchester this afternoon, Roberto Mancini is considering making a move for Italian club Cagliari’s Belgian midfielder Radja Nainggolan. The 23 year Belgian international joined the Serie A side in January 201 > read more

Modric in talks with Spurs heirachy

Published on 2011-07-05 07:34:46

Luka Modric who currently seems to be mentioned on Footie Online every other day, is to hold talks with the Tottenham board later today, to try and resolve any differences the player may have and to resolve his future once and for all. Since the tran > read more

Wilson Palacios set for move to Italy

Published on 2011-07-04 16:17:46

Reports from Italy suggest that Tottenham’s Honduran  midfielder Wilson Palacios is enroute to Italy to hold talks with Napoli, over a potential move to the Serie A club. Manager Harry Redknapp has to reduce his squad numbers to enable him to > read more

Viviano wanted for the number one spot at the Emirates

Published on 2011-07-04 15:58:08

Reports from Italy suggest that Inter Milan and Italian international goalkeeper Emiliano Viviano is being targetted by Arsenal to solve their goalkeeper situation. Viviano who is 25 years old has been linked with a move away from the San Siro over t > read more

West Brom looking to Bag Reo-Coker

Published on 2011-07-04 15:31:53

Free agent Nigel Reo-Coker appears to be much sought after with the Baggies joining a host of other English and European clubs for his signature. Roy Hodgson is looking to add more quality and depth to his midfield and with Zolten Gera close to penni > read more

Liverpool in possible shock move for Barton

Published on 2011-07-04 15:27:41

Today there is  speculation that Kenny Dalglish is considering making a move to bring Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton to Anfield. In what would be a shock move, reports  indicate that Liverpool have joined Stoke City in vying for the playe > read more

Adebayor expects to join Real Madrid

Published on 2011-07-04 08:07:00

In a candid interview with Spanish newspaper Marca, Manchester City and former Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor has indicated that he expects to move to Real Madrid before the current window closes. Adebayor who spent the second half of last season > read more

Mancini edges closer to Savic deal

Published on 2011-07-04 07:36:12

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has claimed a deal is in place for Partizan Belgrade defender Stefan Savic. With City’s interest in Bolton defender and Arsenal target Gary Cahill having apparently cooled, rumours have been circulating for t > read more

Sunderland snap up Deacon

Published on 2011-07-04 01:11:11

Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has offered a one year contract to 19 year old striker Roarie Deacon. Deacon  had his contract terminated by Arsenal in the close season  after having  failed to break into the Arsenal first team squad. With four goa > read more

Benzema is a priority target for Wenger

Published on 2011-07-03 15:30:44

Some good news for Arsenal fans for a change, as reports from Spain today indicate that Arsenal are to step up the chase for Real Madrid’s French international, Benzema. Benzema who Wenger has been an admirer of for some time, is on the periphe > read more

Newcastle tracking Chelsea’s Sturridge

Published on 2011-07-03 15:11:08

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew is still tracking Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge according to reports this evening. The 21 year old spent the last five months of last season with Bolton, where he made an immediate impact. Scoring an impressive > read more

Bruce closes in on O’Shea

Published on 2011-07-03 07:24:37

Manchester United defender John O’Shea is reportedly very close to being Sunderland’s seventh signing in what has proved to be a busy summer for the Wearsiders. Speculation has been rife regarding the versatile centre-back, who can play on the le > read more

Renewed interest for Enrique

Published on 2011-07-03 07:19:41

Liverpool have renewed their interest in Newcastle United left back Jose Enrique, after failing to capture Gael Clichy from Arsenal, with the Frenchman opting for Manchester City. Enrique who we reported at the beginning of June was set to leave Newc > read more

Bolton target Keane

Published on 2011-07-03 06:11:40

Bolton Wanderers have joined Blackburn in showing interest in out of favour Tottenham striker Robbie Keane. Keane the former Liverpool, Inter Milan, Celtic, Leeds United, Coventry and Wolves striker has fallen down the pecking order of forwards at W > read more

Chelsea lining up shock Walcott bid

Published on 2011-07-02 19:12:53

The Daily Mail  is reporting that new Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas is currently in the process of putting together a shock bid for Arsenal player Theo Walcott. If true, this will add further pressure on under fire Gunners supremo, Arsene Wenger. W > read more

Arsenal target Hazard wanted by Inter

Published on 2011-07-02 13:31:52

Eden Hazard the 20 year old Belgian international who it is rumoured to be wanted by Arsenal and a host of other top European clubs, is now being looked at by Italian giants, Inter Milan. Hazard has over the past few weeks been the subject of much sp > read more

Swans swoop for Barca prodigy

Published on 2011-07-02 13:11:39

Following yesterdays signing of Steven Caulker on a season long loan, Swansea will soon be hoping to make Barcelona striker Jonathan Soriano their third summer acquisition. The Swans are set to open talks with Barcelona striker Jonathan Soriano and h > read more

Zoltan Gera set to rejoin the Baggies

Published on 2011-07-02 12:40:18

Zoltan Gera has ignored interest from Italy along with other English clubs and is preparing for a return to the Hawthorns where the 32 year old played between 2004 and 2008 before leaving for Fulham on a free transfer. According to the Birmingham Mai > read more

Liverpool in for Doni

Published on 2011-07-02 02:35:49

It is being reported this morning that Liverpool are currently holding negotiations with Italian club Roma regarding their Brazilian keeper Doni. Doni who has been capped ten times by Brazil is thought to be available at a cut price £1.5 million and > read more

Swans secure Tottenham’s Caulker on loan

Published on 2011-07-02 02:17:55

Swansea City yesterday tied up the season long loan signing of up and coming England Under 21 defender, Steven Caulker from Tottenham. Caulker who spent last season on loan at Bristol City, excelled in the Championship last term and was a big part of > read more

Real Madrid to rival Barca for Fab

Published on 2011-07-02 02:04:04

Sky Sports are  this morning reporting that Real Madrid are set to compete with Barcelona for Arsenal’s want away Spanish international Cesc Fabregas. Arsenal are resigned to losing Fabregas this summer, yet they are quite rightly playing hard > read more

WBA Tamas favours Lazio move

Published on 2011-07-02 01:30:10

West Bromwich Albion defender Gabriel Tamas’s agent,  has come out and publically declared that he is to meet with the President of Lazio, Claudio Lotito and also their sports director, Ighli Tare. With a view to securing a move for his man to > read more

Chelsea join race for Arsenal Star

Published on 2011-07-02 00:53:39

Samir Nasri has yet another team joining Manchester United and Manchester City who are looking to sign him from Arsenal. Nasri who has so far refused to sign an extension to his current deal that only has one year left to run, is widely expected to l > read more

Tottenham to move for Vucinic

Published on 2011-07-01 14:19:37

Reports from Italy this evening are suggesting that Tottenham have approached Serie A side AS Roma,  concerning  the availability of striker Mirko Vucinic. Vucinic, who first interested Tottenham back in 2009, is wanted by manager Harry Redknapp as > read more

More twists in Nasri Saga

Published on 2011-06-30 21:05:10

Yesterday we reported that Arsenal’s French international midfielder, Samir Nasri, was close to having a move to Manchester United agreed between both clubs. We now understand however, that United’s rivals, Manchester City are preparing a > read more

Clichy moves to Manchester City

Published on 2011-06-30 17:07:37

Gael Clichy has this evening signed for Manchester City in a reported £7 million deal from Arsenal, signing a 4 year contract with the FA Cup holders. Clichy had long been rumoured to be leaving Arsenal and it was thought he was even considering mov > read more

Everton favourites to land Bothroyd

Published on 2011-06-30 16:33:24

Everton are favourites to land former Cardiff City striker Jay Bothroyd.  Bothroyd left the bluebirds on the 23rd May after failing to agree a new deal with Cardiff and has been linked to numerous clubs in the past few weeks. However Everton accordi > read more

West Ham tell Stoke to increase offer for Cole

Published on 2011-06-30 15:37:57

West Ham  have informed Stoke City to increase their offer for striker Carlton Cole if Tony Pulis’s side want to be allowed to talk to the player, with a view to moving to The Potters. Reports from Stoke indicate that Sam Allardyce the recen > read more

Done deal for Dong-Won

Published on 2011-06-30 15:03:49

Sunderland have made South Korean international Ji Dong-won their second signing in as many days following his move from K-League side Chunnam Dragons. The 20-year-old striker who had trials with Reading during the 2007-08 season has joined the Wears > read more

Nasri close to Man Utd move

Published on 2011-06-30 09:11:00

Throughout the close season, Samir Nasri’s future has been the focus of much speculation. With every other day stories appearing concerning the Frenchman’s move away from The Emirates. Well it now looks that finally Nasri is going to move > read more

Hull City in double swoop

Published on 2011-06-30 08:58:11

Hull City have today confirmed the signings of forward Dele Adebola and centre-back Jack Hobbs Hobbs, 22, will link-up once again with former Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson after putting pen-to-paper on a three-year deal. It is believed that Hu > read more

Pedroza heading to Spurs

Published on 2011-06-30 05:08:33

Mexican-based striker Antonio Pedroza Witham claimed last night he is on the verge of joining Spurs in a 4 year deal likely to be worth only £1million in development fees. The 20-year-old prodigy hails originally from Chester and still has family in > read more

Adam Liverpool switch to be finalised

Published on 2011-06-30 04:06:41

The long running and protracted transfer of Scottish international midfielder Charlie Adam, to Liverpool, is hopefully going to be completed by end of play Friday. Liverpool are and have been clear favourites to sign the highly rated midfielder, who > read more

Wickham seals Sunderland switch

Published on 2011-06-29 17:31:36

As suggested on Wednesday on Footie Online, highly rated teenager Connor Wickham has today signed a four-year deal with Sunderland after an initial fee of £8.1million was agreed with Ipswich Town rising to £12million. Wickham is regarded as one of > read more

Man City target Hamsik wants Milan move

Published on 2011-06-29 15:35:48

Reports from Italy indicate that Napoli’s attacking midfielder and Manchester City transfer target Marek Hamsik, would favour a move to AC Milan, rather than join Roberto Mancini’s side. Back on the 14th June we reported City’s int > read more

Chelsea appoint former favourite DI Matteo as Assistant

Published on 2011-06-29 08:40:56

New Chelsea boss Villas-Boas has made his first signing with the appointment of former Chelsea midfielder Roberto di Matteo. Swiss born di Matteo was unveiled this morning before the media where it was also announced that former Porto and Academica c > read more

Mancini ends Sanchez pursuit

Published on 2011-06-29 08:35:20

Manchester City have admitted defeat in their pursuit of Udinese winger Alexis Sanchez paving a way for a move to the players preferred choice Barcelona. The in demand Chilean international has been the subject of a bidding war with both Manchester c > read more

Aston Villa want Given

Published on 2011-06-29 03:48:11

One of new Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish’s first priorities is to resolve the issue surrounding who will be wearing the number 1 jersey come the start of new season. Villa having lost keeper Brad Friedal to Tottenham at the start of June. Re > read more

Liverpool interested in Milner

Published on 2011-06-28 18:14:41

James Milner’s future at Manchester City is currently shrouded in uncertainty and we reported that Milner’s former club, Aston Villa are monitoring his situation. But it now looks like they may have strong competition for his signature, s > read more

Mata ‘happy’ at Valencia

Published on 2011-06-28 17:43:43

Spanish newspaper Superdeporte is suggesting that Arsenal target Juan Mata is happy at Valencia and furthermore Valencia are not aware of a bid from Arsenal, which we reported on Monday. Yesterday we led with a story which featured in Monday’s > read more

Potters fail in bid to land Blues duo

Published on 2011-06-28 17:19:07

Despite having a joint £16million bid for Birmingham pair Scott Dann and Cameron Jerome turned down, Stoke remain undeterred and talks are continuing. New Blues boss Chris Hughton appears resigned to losing a number of high profile players following > read more

Ipswich accept Sunderland bid for Wickham

Published on 2011-06-28 14:55:27

Ipswich Town have accepted a £9 million bid from Premier League side Sunderland, for their promising 18 year old forward Connor Wickham. The BBC is this evening reporting that Wickham could be unveiled at the Stadium of Light as a Sunderland player, > read more

Wright Phillips drops hint to Bolton

Published on 2011-06-28 14:44:28

Shaun Wright-Phillips is desperate to end his Eastlands nightmare with a move to Bolton Wanderers according to close friend and trotters defender Zat Knight. Bolton boss Coyle tried to rescue Wright-Phillips in January after the forgotten star hinted > read more

Swansea settle cash dispute with Ipswich

Published on 2011-06-28 11:36:38

At the end of last week, we reported that Ipswich Town had called on the FA to place a transfer embargo on newly promoted Swansea City, over amounts owed to the ‘Tractor Boys’ concerning the loaning of Tamas Priskin. Ipswich this afternoo > read more

Marseille want Drogba

Published on 2011-06-28 11:16:17

French website LaProvence.com is reporting this afternoon that Olympique Marseille are interested in resigning Chelsea striker, Didier Drogba, but only if they can meet the Ivory Coast international’s wage demands. Drogba had been rumoured to b > read more

Spurs keen on Stuttgart defender

Published on 2011-06-28 08:18:13

Tottenham have shown further interest in signing Stuttgart defender Serdar Tasci according to ESPN. Harry Redknapp has long been a big admirer of the 6ft 1in German international having already failed in a bid to land the 24 year old last summer. Spu > read more

Arsenal interested in Leverkusen Star

Published on 2011-06-28 05:32:36

Arsenal this morning are being linked with Bayer Leverkusen star Arturo Vidal, this comes directly on the back of Arsenal conceding that they are prepared to let Cesc Fabregas leave, if Barcelona can match their valuation. Arsene Wenger who this morn > read more

Sunderland to sign Gardner

Published on 2011-06-28 03:06:53

Sunderland are close to completing the signing of Craig Gardner in a £5 million deal from Birmingham, with the Press Association reporting that the deal is set to be tied up within the next 24 hours. Gardner who plays in a central midfield position > read more

Arsenal prepared to sell Fabregas to Barcelona

Published on 2011-06-27 17:05:21

Arsenal today have relented in the long running Cesc Fabregas saga and have publically stated that they will not stand in the player’s way if he wants to join Barcelona. However the transfer fee for the player has to be acceptable to the Gunner > read more

De Gea at Old Trafford for Medical

Published on 2011-06-27 11:24:42

The will he, won’t he saga, concerning the transfer of Atletico Madrid goalkeeper to Manchester United seems to be over, with the Spanish keeper’s arrival at Old Trafford this afternoon for a medical. United confirmed at the end of May th > read more

Cahill considering Emirates switch

Published on 2011-06-27 09:15:12

Sought after Bolton defender Gary Cahill is thought to have had a change of heart over a summer move to Manchester City and is turning his attention to Arsenal according to the London Evening Standard. The 25 year old appears to have wavered over a m > read more

Leicester complete the signing of Danns

Published on 2011-06-27 09:11:54

Leicester have beaten off stiff competition to secure the signing of free agent Neil Danns. Danns, 28, joins Leicester having spent three-and-a-half seasons with Crystal Palace joining from Birmingham City in a deal worth £600,000. Prior to that Dan > read more

Arsenal in for Valencia youngster

Published on 2011-06-27 05:02:38

Today’s Daily Mail is reporting that Arsenal are finally going to be dusting off the cheque book this summer and make an £18 million bid for Spanish Under 21 International Juan Mata. At £18 million if the reports are correct, this would signa > read more

Liverpool close to securing Adam

Published on 2011-06-27 02:43:45

Liverpool who have been linked with Blackpool’s Charlie Adam since the end of last season and who were close to signing him back in January, are now close to finalising a deal that will bring the Scottish international to Anfield. Adam is a ce > read more

Blackburn keen on Robbie

Published on 2011-06-27 01:24:36

Blackburn Rovers are set to try and entice out of favour Tottenham striker Robbie Keane away from White Hart Lane. Keane has failed to hold down a regular starting place at Tottenham during his second spell at the club since returning from Liverpool > read more

Milner in possible Villa return

Published on 2011-06-26 07:21:31

The Sunday Mirror is reporting today that new Aston Villa manager, Alex McLeish, is preparing a shock £14 million attempt, to bring back former Villa player, James Milner from Manchester City. It is less than a year since Milner moved to City in a d > read more

QPR eye Cannavaro

Published on 2011-06-26 05:29:56

Premiership new boys Queens Park Rangers are keen to land a big name signing before the season gets under way and The News of The World and SkySports.com believe former Italian defender fits the bill. QPR owner and fellow compatriot Flavio Briatore i > read more

Robins and Bluebirds eye Taylor

Published on 2011-06-26 04:50:21

Bristol City and Cardiff are in a tug of war to land versatile 24 year old Andrew Taylor according to SkySports.com and Wales on Sunday. The Boro players contract expires at the end of the month and it is understood the severnside neighbours are keen > read more

United to make £20 million move for Nasri

Published on 2011-06-26 04:00:43

There are many reports appearing this morning that Manchester United are going to take advantage of Samir Nasri’s year left on his current deal and offer Arsenal an offer that they will find hard to turn down. Nasri who only has a year left on > read more

Wilshere to be handed new improved contract

Published on 2011-06-26 03:02:33

Teenage sensation and England international, Jack Wilshere, is to be offered a new improved long term contract by Arsenal. Wilshere who only signed a new contract in November last year taking him onto a reported £40,000 a week, is set to be offered > read more

Liverpool in surprise move for Spurs Player

Published on 2011-06-26 01:41:54

Liverpool who missed out on England winger Ashley Young, who chose rivals Manchester United over the Anfield club, are being reported to be showing strong interest in another England wide man. The man in question is winger Aaron Lennon and there are > read more

Bale in quit threat if Modric is sold

Published on 2011-06-26 01:06:15

Gareth Bale has told the Spurs heirachy that he will hand in a transfer request, if Spurs relent and decide to sell star midfielder, Luka Modric, according to  a report in today’s Sunday Mirror. Bale signed a new deal with Tottenham last year > read more

Danns on the verge of Rangers switch

Published on 2011-06-25 18:12:47

New Glasgow Rangers boss Ally McCoist has admitted having held talks with representatives of Crystal Palace midfielder Neil Danns according to The Daily Record. Danns is free to leave the Selhurst Park club on a Bosman free transfer and despite rumou > read more

Liverpool after Diego

Published on 2011-06-25 09:04:20

Liverpool are reported to be interested in Wolfburg’s Brazilian midfielder Diego, according to football news site Caught Offside this morning. Diego was this week fined by Wolfsburg for leaving the team hotel without permission before the last > read more

Downing to hand in transfer request

Published on 2011-06-24 19:16:35

Saturday’s Daily Mirror is reporting that Aston Villa winger Stewart Downing  is to hand in a official transfer request. This follows weeks of speculation concerning the future of the former Middlesbrough wide man, with Liverpool reported to b > read more

Tractor Boys demand transfer ban for Swansea

Published on 2011-06-24 17:52:41

This evening Championship side Ipswich Town have called for an immediate transfer ban to be placed on Swansea City by the Football Association. Ipswich allege that Swansea still owe them monies over the loan signing of Hungarian striker Tamas Priskin > read more

Stoke and Newcastle in tug of war for Sturridge

Published on 2011-06-24 16:06:14

Stoke and Newcastle are prepared to lock horns in an attempt to prise Daniel Sturridge away from Chelsea. The player was one of the few success stories at the recent European Under 21 Championships in Denmark and is keen to build on the success of la > read more

Gunners snare Argentine Ace Alvarez

Published on 2011-06-24 14:10:08

Arsenal appear to have won the race to sign promising midfielder Ricardo Alvarez according to Skysports.com. Currently plying his trade in the Argentine Primera Division with Velez Sarsfield, the highly rated 23 year old valued at €12million has be > read more

Manchester United confirm Nani is not for sale

Published on 2011-06-24 12:01:11

A day after signing England International Ashley Young from Aston Villa on a 5 year deal. The Champions have confirmed this afternoon, according to the Press Association, that winger Nani will not be leaving Old Trafford. The Portuguese international > read more

Bristol City land Neil Kilkenny

Published on 2011-06-24 11:38:12

It was reported on www.footie-online.co.uk earlier today that Bristol City were leading the race to sign out-of-contract Leeds midfielder Neil Kilkenny. The club have now confirmed the signing. Kilkenny told Sky Sports News: “I did have offers > read more

QPR target Ambrose and Bullard

Published on 2011-06-24 10:57:24

Premiership new boys Queens Park Rangers have been strongly linked with experienced midfield playmakers Darren Ambrose and Jimmy Bullard. Crystal Palace midfielder Ambrose previously played under hoops boss Neil Warnock during his tenure at Selhurst > read more

Manchester City will have to open their cheque book wide to get Sanchez

Published on 2011-06-24 07:41:50

Alexis Sanchez, the Udinese winger and target of free spending Manchester City, is not likely to leave Italy, unless Manchester City are prepared to pay an astonomical sum for the in demand player. According to a report in today’s Sun, Sanchez > read more

Arsenal’s Bendtner subject of Dortmund bid

Published on 2011-06-22 13:00:16

Niklas Bendtner, Arsenal’s winger come striker is subject of a bid by German Bundesliga side, Borussia Dortmand, but Footie Online understands that Dortmund’s valuation of the player falls some way short of Arsenal’s valuation. Arse > read more

Sunderland bid £8million for Wickham

Published on 2011-06-22 11:38:43

Sunderland may have stolen a march on their premiership rivals by making an offer of £8million for rising Ipswich star Connor Wickham. The England Under 21 international only signed a one-year extension to his contract in April, contracting him to t > read more

Villas Boas signs three year contract with Chelsea

Published on 2011-06-22 08:32:08

As anticipated and as reported throughout this week, Chelsea have unveiled former Porto manager Andre Villas-Boas as their new manager. We reported yesterday that Villas-Boas had resigned from his position of manager with the Europa League Winners. V > read more

Inter rule out Tevez move

Published on 2011-06-22 07:45:56

Inter Milan have this afternoon officially ruled out any move for want away Manchester City star, Carlos Tevez. The diminutive Argentine talisman and City’s top scorer for last season, has made no secret of his desire to leave Eastlands. With I > read more

Sanchez edging closer to Eastland’s move

Published on 2011-06-22 07:34:35

Manchester City are looking the more likely to land Chilean winger Alexis Alejandro Sánchez with his current club Udinese favouring a move to the blue side of Manchester. The much sought after 22 year old appeared to be heading towards Barcelona in > read more

De Gea stalling on United move?

Published on 2011-06-22 01:10:43

David De Gea who Alex Ferguson confirmed was going to join Manchester United as replacement for number 1, Edwin Van der Sar, has dropped a ‘bombshell’ that he may stay at Atletico Madrid. Talk Sport is reporting this morning that De Gea, > read more

Jenas offered Turkish Escape

Published on 2011-06-22 00:50:23

Tottenham’s Jermaine Jenas is a target of Turkish club Fenerbache, who are prepared to offer Spurs £5 million for the out of favour midfielder. Jenas has found himself to be increasingly marginalised at White Hart Lane and the interest from Fe > read more

Sean Dyche to lead Watford into the new season

Published on 2011-06-21 14:55:44

Watford have moved quickly to replace Cardiff-bound Malkay MacKay by appointing Sean Dyche as his successor. Dyche, who racked up 72 appearances for the club during his playing career, joined Watford as a youth team coach in 2007. Shortly after Malka > read more

Berbatov Paris Bound

Published on 2011-06-21 11:04:57

Dimitar Berbatov’s days as a Manchester United player look set to be all but over, with news that Paris St Germain, are going to confirm their reported interest in the United forward, by putting in a £10 million bid for the player. Back on th > read more

Porto boss Villas-Boas resigns

Published on 2011-06-21 08:42:02

As suggested yesterday on Footie-online, Porto have today announced the resignation of Chelsea target Andre Villas-Boas. The Porto manager had been linked with the vacant managers role at Chelsea and has today tendered his resignation. Currently the > read more

Boro demand £3m for Lita

Published on 2011-06-21 08:24:02

Middlesbrough striker Leroy Lita is being lined up by newly promoted Swansea after tabling a bid believed to be around £500,000. The former Bristol City and Reading striker is being lined up to partner their recent £3.5m purchase Danny Graham. The > read more

Tottenham after highly rated Espanyol Striker

Published on 2011-06-21 08:18:25

Harry Redknapp is today concerning himself with bringing players in to White Hart Lane, rather than dwelling on the continuing saga with regards Luka Modric. With an article in today’s Mirror that Spurs have joined the fight for the highly rat > read more

O’Hara joins Wolves from Spurs in £5m deal

Published on 2011-06-21 07:41:13

Former loan star Jamie O’Hara has joined Wolves on a permanent basis by penning a five year deal with the West Midlands club. The former Arsenal trainee, Spurs and Pompey midfielder scored eight times in 13 games for Wolves last season to include a > read more

Clear out Continues at Newcastle with Offers Considered for Gutierrez

Published on 2011-06-21 05:16:54

The Newcastle Journal have confirmed this morning that Newcastle are prepared to listen to offers for their 27 year old Argentine international Jonas Gutierrez. Having just offloaded Kevin Nolan to West Ham and with Jose Enrique and Joey Barton rumou > read more

£25m Rated Fellaini puts Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd on Alert

Published on 2011-06-21 04:14:24

Marouane Fellaini has put Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United on alert after confirming his desire to play Champions League football. The 23 year old Belgain international currently plies his trade in the Premiership with Everton and is known for > read more

Arsenal Power Struggle on the Cards

Published on 2011-06-21 04:03:06

Major Arsenal shareholder, Alisher Usamov, has increased his shareholding in ‘The Gunners’ to just over 29% and this move is in a direct response to American businessman Stan Kroenke’s recent efforts to take control of the club. Kro > read more

Dalglish to step up chase for Downing

Published on 2011-06-21 01:26:32

It is no secret that Kenny Dalglish is interested in signing England international Stewart Downing, but new manager at Villa Park, Alex McLeish, sees Downing as an integral part of his plans for next season. However Dalglish is set to up the stakes t > read more

Robins swoop for Taylor

Published on 2011-06-20 16:38:56

Bristol City have confirmed the signing of out-of-contract Rotherham target man Ryan Taylor on a three-year deal. Taylor is City’s second signing this summer joining pacy-winger Yannick Bolasie who signed from Plymouth Argyle. Earlier today Bristol > read more

Schmeichel stunned by Leeds

Published on 2011-06-20 16:36:46

Leeds United have accepted an undisclosed offer from NPower Championship rivals Leicester City for goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel. Schmeichel, 24, who has one year left on his contract had failed to give the manager assurances that he would commit to t > read more

Bristol City reject bid for Maynard

Published on 2011-06-20 10:07:01

Bristol City football club today confirm that they have rejected an offer for star striker Nicky Maynard which was submitted by a rival NPower Championship club. City Chairman Colin Sextone told the official Bristol City website: “We are not in > read more

Chelsea U Turn – Villas-Boas set to be named Boss!

Published on 2011-06-20 07:33:36

Sometimes you get things wrong and it looks like in the instance as to who is going to be appointed Chelsea manager, we at Footie Online were wide of the mark somewhat. Back on 14th June, we reported that Guus Hiddink was on the verge of being announ > read more

Roma Front Runners to sign Clichy

Published on 2011-06-20 07:08:57

Arsenal full Gael Clichy is edging nearer to the exit door at The Emirates and it appears from reports, that Liverpool are to miss out, with Italian club Roma, now favourites to sign the Frenchman. Reports over the weekend coming out of Italy indicat > read more

Parlour implores Arsenal to sign Parker

Published on 2011-06-20 06:07:58

Former Arsenal star Ray Parlour has implored Arsene Wenger to sign Football Writers’ Player of the Year, Scott Parker from West Ham. Believing the Hammer’s midfielder to be  the possible answer to Arsenal’s problems in the middle > read more

DJ Campbell linked with Villa

Published on 2011-06-20 04:12:55

Alex McLeish looks like he is going to have an extremely busy first week in his new role as manager of Aston Villa. Hot on the heels of reports this morning that McLeish is interested in signing Blackpool’s Scottish international Charlie Adam, > read more

Aston Villa eye Adam

Published on 2011-06-20 03:52:25

Aston Villa are set to join Manchester United and Liverpool in the race to sign relegated Blackpool’s Charlie Adam. Adam who has been linked with a move to Liverpool and United is now wanted by Villa’s new manager Alex McLeish, who this w > read more

QPR’s Adel Taarabt attracting interest

Published on 2011-06-20 01:33:06

Newly promoted Queens Park Rangers  Adel Taarabt is attracting interest from a number of top flight clubs, including Manchester United according to a report on website  Caught Offside. Apparently United are considering making a £10 million bid fo > read more

Harry speaks about Modric ‘Situation’

Published on 2011-06-19 06:19:36

Harry Redknapp has spoken candidly this weekend regarding the continued speculation concerning Tottenham’s star midfielder, Luka Modric. With the speculation over the player now confirmed, by way of an official approach for the player from Chel > read more

Old Firm in battle for Danns

Published on 2011-06-19 05:45:28

Old firm rivals Celtic and Rangers, are both interested in signing the Crystal Palace midfielder Neil Danns and are set to compete with each other to sign him over the summer. The 28 year old midfielder who  is out of contract at the end of the mon > read more

Everton interested in Man Utd’s Brown

Published on 2011-06-19 04:49:52

Everton are showing interest in Mancheter United’ s defender Wes Brown, joining Sunderland who have previously expressed interest in the player and Aston Villa, who are also vying for his signature. Brown finds himself marginalised to the fring > read more

Levy Defiant – Modric not for sale at any price!

Published on 2011-06-18 09:27:11

Tottenham have come out this morning with a defiant statement, with the hope to put to bed once and for all any and all speculation concerning their star midfielder Luka Modric. This follows this morning’s report that Luka Modric has told the > read more

Modric “I want to join Chelsea”

Published on 2011-06-18 04:21:58

A very interesting read of Saturday’s papers this morning and the main headline that stands out, is the one on the back page of the Daily Mail, which reads in large bold type face:  ”LET ME LEAVE” A plea apparently from Tottenham m > read more

Fixture Lists Announced

Published on 2011-06-17 11:53:17

The fixture lists for the 2011 – 2012 Premiership and Football League seasons have been drawn this morning have thrown up some interesting first day matchups. Unfortunately due to the football fixtures being copyrighted and the Football Data Co > read more

Aston Villa want Foster

Published on 2011-06-17 10:12:27

Not content with installing their neighbour’s and closest rival’s manager as their own. Aston Villa are now looking at making an approach for the highly rated Birmingham city goalkeeper, Ben Foster. Foster who has been capped at full inte > read more

Man City to bid £30million for Modric

Published on 2011-06-17 06:54:05

The Daily Mail is reporting that Manchester City are to up the ante in the race to sign Tottenham’s Luka Modric who was subject of a bid from Chelsea yesterday. Chelsea’s offer of £22 million was dismissed out of hand by manager Harry Re > read more

Aston Villa appoint McLeish

Published on 2011-06-17 03:13:03

As widely reported, former Birmingham City manager, Alex McLeish, has been appointed this morning as the new manager of Aston Villa. McLeish replaces Gerard Houllier who stepped down from the position at the end of May, citing health reasons. This a > read more

Inter Milan keen to sign Tevez

Published on 2011-06-17 02:42:45

Reports from Italy this morning suggest that Inter Milan have stepped up their efforts to sign want away Manchester City Captain Carlos Tevez. Inter are already in the process of signing fellow countryman Marcelo Biesla and hope his signing will temp > read more

Eto’s Premier League dream alerts Arsenal

Published on 2011-06-16 18:22:55

Samuel Eto the inspirational Cameroon and current Inter Milan striker has told Italian site Corriere dello Sport, that he wants to play in the Premier League next season. The former Barcelona star stated: “I have already shown that I have what > read more

Lassana Diarra to be reunited with Harry

Published on 2011-06-16 16:44:46

Tottenham have been given the green light to sign diminutive midfielder Lassana Diarra by Real Madrid, but they will have to spend £18 million before Real say ‘si’ to a deal. Diarra who played for the Tottenham manager when they were bo > read more

Liverpool interested in Antonio Cassano

Published on 2011-06-16 14:48:52

Sources and reports coming out of Italy, suggest that Kenny Dalglish is looking to make a move for AC Milan striker, Atonio Cassano. Cassano only joined AC Milan in January 2011 but Dalglish rates the Italian international highly and is likely to sou > read more

Kyrgiakos to extend Liverpool stay

Published on 2011-06-16 14:23:48

Experienced Greek international, Sotiros Kyrgiakos is to extend his current deal at Anfield by a further 12 months, having triggered a clause in his contract after meeting the required number of appearances last season. The 31 central defender is a f > read more

Hammers sign Nolan on 5 year Contract

Published on 2011-06-16 12:59:59

Sam Allardyce has wasted no time in dipping his toes in the transfer market since being appointed manager of the ‘Hammers’ and has gone on to complete his second signing in 24 hours. Having captured the signing of Newcastle United club ca > read more

Demba Ba leaves West ham

Published on 2011-06-16 12:47:00

West Ham stiker Demba Ba, has called time on his career at Upton Park and turned down a new contract, which the Guardian reports as being worth £50,000 a week plus a one off bonus payment. Signed in the January window on a pay as you play deal, Demb > read more

Redknapp laughs off ‘Ridiculous’ Modric offer

Published on 2011-06-16 11:48:52

Harry Redknapp has laughed off Chelsea’s £22 million off for star midfielder Luka Modric. Redknapp when speaking to the BBC earlier this afternoon described Chelsea’s bid as ‘Ridiculous’ and went on to once again reaffirm his > read more

Villa poised to unveil McLeish as new ‘Gaffer’

Published on 2011-06-16 11:09:11

Aston Villa are likely to unveil former Birmingham City manager, Alex McLeish as their new manager within the next 24 hours. McLeish who resigned from Villa’s arch rivals, Birmingham City on Sunday, had been installed by bookmakers as the odds > read more

Arsenal want Defoe

Published on 2011-06-16 04:04:20

On the 4th June, we commented on reports in the Daily Star that Arsenal were looking at buying out of favour Jermain Defoe from North London rivals, Tottenham. The Daily Mirror this morning are running with a story that Arsenal are about to launch a > read more

Chelsea in first move for Modric

Published on 2011-06-16 03:02:53

Sky Sports are reporting this morning,  that Chelsea are the first club to have made an official move for Tottenham Hotspur’s Croatian International Luka Modric. There has been building speculation concerning the future of Modric over the pas > read more

Norwich City interested in Luis Boa Morte

Published on 2011-06-15 15:33:31

Footie Online has heard from our sources that Premiership new boys Norwich City are interested in signing West Ham’s Luis Boa Morte. The 33 year old winger  who started out his career at Arsenal has a wealth of experience playing in the top f > read more

Drogba Staying at Chelsea

Published on 2011-06-15 14:46:36

Chelsea have today emphatically stated that their star striker of the last few seasons, Didier Drogba, will not be leaving Stamford Bridge this summer. Football blog site Tribal Football directly quotes Chelsea CEO Ron Gourlay with the following: &# > read more

Aguero – No go for Man City or Chelsea

Published on 2011-06-15 14:19:13

Manchester City and Chelsea target Sergio Aguero is set to knock back overtures made by both Premier League clubs, having decided on a move to Italian Serie A side Juventus. According to reports coming out of Italy and Spain the deal is rumoured to b > read more

Posh Striker MacKail-Smith in demand

Published on 2011-06-15 10:44:42

Peterborough United striker Craig MacKail Smith is on the verge of leaving London Road and has been allowed to speak with three premiership sides, with regards a permanent move. MacKail Smith is being allowed to leave ‘Posh’ as he only ha > read more

Gunners in approach for Shakhtar Donetsk Midfielder

Published on 2011-06-15 06:45:23

Arsenal have approached Ukranian side Shakhtar Donetsk about signing their Brazilian Under 20 International midfielder Willian Borges da Silva, or more commonly referred to as Willian. Reports in the Ukranian media suggest that Arsenal have offered D > read more

Shearer ruled out of Cardiff Job

Published on 2011-06-15 06:24:56

Last night’s surprise news that former England striker Alan Shearer was in talks with Cardiff, regarding their managerial vacancy have now ended, with Shearer ruling himself out of the running. Alan Shearer this morning confirmed that he had sp > read more

Arsenal need to spend big and keep their best players

Published on 2011-06-15 03:25:46

The forthcoming season is going to be a testing one for Arsenal, who have not won a trophy for six years, not that their fans need reminding. Last season up until February when the wheels fell off their season campaign, there were many promising sign > read more

West Ham make first signing of the close season

Published on 2011-06-14 23:03:55

Sam Allardyce has made his first signing as West Ham manager, by picking up experienced Sengalese international, Abdoulaye Faye on a free transfer. The 33 year old Faye was told he would not have his contract renewed at the end of the month by manage > read more

West Ham make first signing of the close season

Published on 2011-06-14 23:03:55

Sam Allardyce has made his first signing as West Ham manager, by picking up experienced Sengalese international, Abdoulaye Faye on a free transfer. The 33 year old Faye was told he would not have his contract renewed at the end of the month by manage > read more

Ferguson set to battle Barcelona for Sanchez

Published on 2011-06-14 22:18:00

Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to do battle with Barcelona again, but this time it is over Udinese’s Chilean international Alexis Sanchez according to the Daily Mail. Sanchez who arch rivals Manchester City are also interested in, had appeared to b > read more

Ferguson set to battle Barcelona for Sanchez

Published on 2011-06-14 22:18:00

Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to do battle with Barcelona again, but this time it is over Udinese’s Chilean international Alexis Sanchez according to the Daily Mail. Sanchez who arch rivals Manchester City are also interested in, had appeared to b > read more

Barca to cash in on Villa

Published on 2011-06-14 19:42:24

Barcelona are currently considering whether to sell David Villa to help them fund a move for Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas, which has alerted both Manchester City and Chelsea. Barcelona have long courted Fabregas and we reported yesterday how they we > read more

Barca to cash in on Villa

Published on 2011-06-14 19:42:24

Barcelona are currently considering whether to sell David Villa to help them fund a move for Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas, which has alerted both Manchester City and Chelsea. Barcelona have long courted Fabregas and we reported yesterday how they we > read more

Blackpool confirm discussions with Liverpool over Adam

Published on 2011-06-14 16:30:22

Blackpool have confirmed today that they are holding preliminary discussions with Liverpool and several other Premiership sides over the potential sale of Charlie Adam. Footie Online reported on the 3rd June that Manchester United were leading the ch > read more

Cardiff in discussion with Shearer

Published on 2011-06-14 16:00:33

BBC Wales this evening are reporting that managerless Cardiff City are holding discussions with former England legend Alan Shearer, with a view to appointing him as manager of the Bluebirds. The BBC are also reporting that Cardiff’s Malaysian o > read more

Chelsea to announce Hiddink as manager

Published on 2011-06-14 11:15:08

As widely reported here on Footie Online and across multiple newspapers and websites, Chelsea are all set to announce they have got their number one target to replace sacked manager Carlo Ancelloti. Guus Hiddink their former caretaker boss and curren > read more

Boateng agrees deal with Bayern

Published on 2011-06-14 09:59:55

As we reported on the 10th June, Manchester City defender Jerome Boateng is all set to leave Manchester City and this afternoon Boateng himself has confirmed this to be the case. Boateng is to join German side Bayern Munich on a four year contract. > read more

Pardew after PSG Striker

Published on 2011-06-14 09:39:59

The BBC are reporting that Alan Pardew is interested in signing Paris Saint Gemain striker Melvut Erdinç. The BBC reports that the site journallive.co.uk  quotes Pardew as being interested in the player. With Pardew stating: “Erdinç has alwa > read more

Ipswich’s Wickham wanted by Arsenal and Liverpool

Published on 2011-06-14 07:34:09

Football site goal.com are this afternoon running an ‘exclusive’ that Ipswich Town are prepared to sell their 18 year old striker Conor Wickham, but want an astonishing £12 million for the player. Wickham who has played 65 times and sco > read more

Everton close to completing Bothroyd signing

Published on 2011-06-14 06:29:46

Everton are due to tie up and complete the signing of former Cardiff City player Jay Bothroyd later this week. The 28 year old striker is currently without a club, having left Championship Club Cardiff City at the end of the season. There were rumour > read more

Everton after Canales

Published on 2011-06-13 08:02:18

Mirror Football are reporting that Everton are about to make another attempt at signing promising attacking midfielder Sergio Canales on a season long loan from Real Madrid. Jose Mourinho has given the green light for the highly rated 20 year old to > read more

Sneijder unsure of where future lies

Published on 2011-06-13 06:07:48

Wesley Sneijder has told Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport that he “loves Inter, but only the Lord knows whether I’m going to stay.” Which is sure to provide some hope to Manchester United, who have earmarked Sneijder as th > read more

Forest appoint McLaren

Published on 2011-06-13 04:10:46

Following the termination of Billy Davies’s contract as manager of Nottingham Forest yesterday afternoon. Nigel Doughty has as expected this morning appointed former England Manager Steve McLaren as the new Forest Manager. McLaren who has been > read more

Premiership Title Odds

Published on 2011-06-13 03:33:43

With the previous season only ending 4 weeks ago and the relegation and promotion battles finalised, the bookmakers have wasted no time in releasing their odds for next season’s Premier League season. With clubs only having just finalised their > read more

Jones transfer to United to be finalized

Published on 2011-06-13 02:40:08

The transfer of Phil Jones from Blackburn Rovers to Manchester United is set to be completed later today. The England under 21 international was all set to sign for the Premier League Champions at the end of last week, but Blackburn decided to hold o > read more

Kroenke will meet Nasri’s Demands

Published on 2011-06-13 01:39:49

Arsenal majority shareholder Stan Kroenke,  today will instruct the Arsenal board to meet Samir Nasri’s wage demands and pull out all the stops to get Nasri to sign a new contract with the Gunners. The Daily Mail is reporting that Kroenke is t > read more

McLeish favourite for Villa job after Resigning from City

Published on 2011-06-12 16:14:06

Alex McLeish has resigned this afternoon as manager of relegated Birmingham City and is now the bookies favourite to become the next manager of neighbours and arch rivals Aston Villa. Leading bookmakers Ladbrokes have McLeish odds on favourite to be > read more

Nottingham Forest sack Davies

Published on 2011-06-12 15:34:45

Another managerial casualty has occurred this afternoon, with Nottingham Forest sacking their manager Billy Davies. The BBC website is reporting that Forest have already lined up an immediate successor, with former England Manager Steve McLaren set t > read more

Bayern Munich join host of teams courting Nasri

Published on 2011-06-12 15:21:12

If Arsene Wenger didn’t have enough on his plate already, in trying to keep at The Emirates the likes of Gael Clichy and Samir Nasri, more bad news has reached him this Sunday. The Mail on Sunday has information that German giants, Bayern Munic > read more

Ronaldo in sensational Man City Link

Published on 2011-06-12 11:06:04

Going through the Sunday Papers this morning and one particular startling headline stuck out like a sore thumb. According to the Sunday Mirror, they mention sources close to Cristiano Ronaldo, that the Real Madrid star and former Man Utd player, is w > read more

QPR show interest in Fulham Striker

Published on 2011-06-12 09:07:11

NPower Championship Champions, Queens Park Rangers are reported to be interested in Fulham striker Andy Johnson. Metro.co.uk is reporting that QPR are planning a £3million bid for the striker and Martin Jol the new Fulham manager could be tempted to > read more

Vidic reaffirms commitment to United

Published on 2011-06-12 08:38:05

Manchester United Captain and central defender Nemanja Vidic, via his agent has reaffirmed his commitment to the League Champions and European Champions League Runners Up. There had been rumours that Vidic could be tempted to move to Serie A  in Ita > read more

Cardiff City unlikely to get Man City’s Bellamy

Published on 2011-06-12 06:48:28

Manchester City according to the Mail on Sunday, have put a £4million valuation on outcast striker Craig Bellamy. This valuation will surely mean that Bellamy will not join Championship side Cardiff City on a permanent move, where he spent last seas > read more

Bristol City could be forced to sell Maynard

Published on 2011-06-11 19:30:44

A month has passed since contract negotiations commenced between Bristol City and their highly valued striker Nicky Maynard, with both sides no nearer reaching an agreement on terms. Maynard who is City’s record signing, missed the vast majorit > read more

Leeds resigned to losing Kilkenny

Published on 2011-06-11 17:23:45

Simon Grayson the Leeds United Manager has confirmed that the club expect out of contract Neil Kilkenny to leave Elland Road this summer. With the midfielder and Australian International failing to respond to a contract offer on the table from Leeds, > read more

Arsenal interested in Baines

Published on 2011-06-11 16:09:20

With reports that Gael Clichy could leave the Emirates, at least Arsenal are looking at strengthening their side, with a replacement for Clichy lined up in Leighton Baines. With Liverpool now hopeful of signing Clichy according to football news site > read more

Arsenal hopeful of signing Gervinho

Published on 2011-06-11 15:50:22

Arsenal are reported to be close to signing Lille striker Gervinho with the deal set to be closed early next week according to Talk Sport. Although the Daily Mirror is of the view that Manchester City may make an 11th hour bid for the player. Gervinh > read more

Newcastle make first signing of the summer

Published on 2011-06-11 07:06:08

Newcastle United last night completed the signing of French midfielder Yohan Cabaye from French Champions and Cup winners, Lille. The fee is reported to be in excess of £4 million. The signing of Cabaye is United’s first foray into the transfer ma > read more

Villa look to Moyes

Published on 2011-06-11 04:00:08

After Roberto Martinez reaffirmed his intention to stay on as manager of Wigan Athletic, Aston Villa according to this morning’s Daily Mirror, have now turned their attentions to Everton Manager David Moyes. Moyes who has been the manager at Go > read more

Man City and Chelsea join United in hunt for Modric

Published on 2011-06-11 02:19:57

It appears  that until the end of August, the speculation over where Tottenham’s Luka Modric will be playing will not die down. Only until the end of the current transfer window, with Modric still in situ at White Hart Lane will Spurs fans be > read more

Nasri speculation has substance

Published on 2011-06-10 14:08:14

We have written a couple of times already this past week on the situation concerning Samir Nasri and his future at Arsenal. On the 5th June we first mentioned that Nasri was linked to Manchester United. Then again on the 8th June we wrote how Theo Wa > read more

Liverpool Striker N’Gog is Wearside Bound

Published on 2011-06-10 12:09:57

Liverpool striker David N’Gog is set to join Sunderland early next week for £5 million. Sunderland who on Wednesday sold Jordan Henderson to the Anfield side, have money to spend and see N’Gog as the ideal player to boost their attack ne > read more

Boateng set to leave Eastlands

Published on 2011-06-10 11:42:08

The BBC are reporting this afternoon that Manchester City’s 22 year old defender wants to leave the club and return to the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich. Boatang who only joined City in June last year for just over £10 million, has become disi > read more

Martinez snubs Villa

Published on 2011-06-10 11:20:27

Roberto Martinez has reaffirmed his commitment to the cause at Wigan Athletic, by turning down the opportunity to take over at Premiership rivals Aston Villa. As we reported yesterday, Dave Whelan the Wigan chairman gave permission to Aston Villa to > read more

Celtic interest is a Given?

Published on 2011-06-10 09:45:48

Manchester City’s Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given, is to hold talks with the Eastlands club over the summer concerning his future with the Citizens. Given lost the battle last season with Joe Hart to become the established City number > read more

Likes of Chelsea and Manchester City unconcerned with new Uefa Regulations

Published on 2011-06-10 07:21:41

The chairman of the 72 football league clubs in England have voted in favour and agreed in principle to adopt the UEFA Financial Fair Play System. Football League Chariman Greg Clarke said: “This is a very important step forward for professiona > read more

Sunderland want Crouch

Published on 2011-06-10 04:08:57

Sunderland  are to step up their pursuit of Tottenham and England stiker Peter Crouch today, using some of the funds received from Liverpool which they received for the sale of Jordan Henderson. Harry Redknapp has come out and publically stated that > read more

Manchester City set to spend big

Published on 2011-06-10 03:03:14

With all the transfer activity news so far coming from their rivals Liverpool and Manchester United, Manchester City are about to set out their intentions for next season with several forays into the transfer market. With Carlos Tevez now likely to > read more

United in bid for Nasri

Published on 2011-06-10 01:54:43

The Daily Star this morning is reporting that Manchester United have not stopped trying to spend money, as it is being reported by the newspaper’s website that Alex Ferguson has put in an initial bid of £20 million for Arsenal’s Samir Na > read more

Young set to complete move to United

Published on 2011-06-10 00:42:27

Ashley Young is set to complete his reported £15 million move to Manchester before the week is out. Young’s representatives are locked in discussions with Old Trafford officials, going over the fine print of the details. Young who is due to ge > read more

Chelsea want Kaka and Real want Lampard

Published on 2011-06-09 16:12:11

It has been made no secret of Chelsea’s desire to land Real Madrid’s Brazilian Kaka over the past few weeks and Chelsea could soon get their man. But it would involve Chelsea’s Frank Lampard moving the other way and being reunite > read more

Pratley calls time on Swansea Career

Published on 2011-06-09 14:38:18

Swansea City midfielder Darren Pratley has confirmed today that he will not be signing a new contract with the newly promoted Premiership side. Pratley, who earlier in the season was linked with a move to Nottingham Forest was signed by former manage > read more

Everton’s Heitinga in quit threat

Published on 2011-06-09 11:30:57

The Daily Star is reporting this afternoon that John Heitinga is fed up with life at Goodison Park, and the lack of European Football could make him consider his future at the club. Heitinga who played for Ajax before joining Everton played 26 times > read more

Jeffren to Anfield?

Published on 2011-06-09 09:50:36

Venezuelan born star and Barcelona forward Jeffren is a summer target of Kenny Dalglish. Talk Sport has reported that the forward is keen on a move to Anfield, having failed to cement a place in the European Champions first team, lying behind the li > read more

Chelsea ready to scupper Manchester United’s bid for Dutch Ace

Published on 2011-06-09 08:48:04

On the 4th June we reported on Footie Online that Manchester United were in the driving seat to sign highly rated Dutch International Wesley Sneijder from Inter Milan. Now, whilst United have been working on putting a formal bid together for Sneijde > read more

Swansea line up Tottenham’s Caulker

Published on 2011-06-09 08:07:49

Newly promoted Swansea City have  confirmed they are looking to sign Tottenham youngster and England Under 21 International Steven Caulker on a season long loan. Caulker is regarded as a rising star at White Hart Lane and spent last season on loan w > read more

Tottenham knocked back by Palermo for 20 year old striker

Published on 2011-06-09 07:09:43

Calciomercato.it today reports that Italian club Palermo have dismissed out of hand Tottenham’s approach for their Uruguay international forward Abel Hernandez. It is thought that Harry Redknapp offered nearly £9million for the player who has > read more

Juventus not to take up option for Liverpool Midfielder

Published on 2011-06-09 04:55:42

The Daily Mail is running with a story today that Italian giants Juventus will not be taking up the option they have on Liverpool central midfielder Alberto Aquilani. Aquilani who joined Juventus on a season long loan deal in August 2010, made 33 app > read more

Arsenal look to reinforce back line

Published on 2011-06-09 04:45:18

Arsene Wenger is on the verge of signing centre halves Gary Cahill  of Bolton and Christopher Samba of Blackburn Rovers. Wenger sees the Arsenal defence as the main area that needs strengthening especially as there is the possibility of defender Ga > read more

Wigan give Villa permission to speak with Martinez

Published on 2011-06-09 01:56:56

Wigan Athletic have given permission to Aston Villa to speak with their manager Roberto Martinez concerning the managerial vacancy at Villa Park. Dave Whelan the chairman of Wigan told the Daily Telegraph that he has had an approach from Villa to spe > read more

Liverpool face Barcelona challenge for Enrique

Published on 2011-06-08 17:54:32

TweetLiverpool may have a battle on their hands in landing one of their top transfer targets Jose Enrique, the Newcastle United defender.   Talk Sport are reporting that European Champions Barcelona have joined the hunt for the services of the play > read more

Inter Milan and Real Madrid favoured destinations for want away Tevez

Published on 2011-06-08 15:13:57

TweetCarlos Tevez has yet again stated his desire to leave Manchester City, this time provoking the wrath of many of his team mates after appearing on a Argentine Chat Show program, revealing his disdain for the city of Manchester. In the interview > read more

Manchester United consider transfer targets

Published on 2011-06-08 11:21:56

TweetManchester United have been subject to a lot of speculation concerning their forthcoming activities in the transfer market since their comprehensive defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League Final, at Wembley on May 28th. With the likes of Pau > read more

Walcott insists Arsenal need to keep hold of Nasri

Published on 2011-06-08 10:20:13

TweetArsenal’s England star Theo Walcott insists that the club should do everything in their power to keep hold of midfielder Samir Nasri, after several reports that the Frenchman could be on the way out of The Emirates and heading to rivals Ma > read more

Cardiff’s Chopra subject of £1million Ipswich Bid

Published on 2011-06-08 08:41:29

TweetChampionship side Ipswich Town are hopeful of landing Cardiff City forward Michael Chopra for £1 million. Chopra who Cardiff City bought back from Sunderland for £4million in 2009 after selling him a season earlier for £5 million is currently > read more

Aston Villa are willing to allow Young to join Manchester United

Published on 2011-06-08 07:37:52

TweetFurther to the speculation these past few weeks concerning the future of England and Aston Villa winger Ashley Young. The Sun are today running the story that Aston Villa have relented and will allow Ashley Young join the Champions for in the re > read more

Manchester United’s Hernandez to reject Real Madrid Overtures

Published on 2011-06-08 04:55:16

TweetHighly rated Mexican striker Javier Hernandez is reported by the ‘Red Tops’ this morning to have reaffirmed his commitment to the cause at Manchester United, thus ruling out a potential big money move to Spanish giants Real Madrid. H > read more

Arsenal hopeful of landing Real Madrid Benzema

Published on 2011-06-08 03:12:08

TweetThere is growing speculation that Arsene Wenger is going to dust off the cobwebs from the Arsenal cheque book and make a bold move for Real Madrid French International striker Karim Benzema. Wenger is an admirer of his countryman and could see B > read more

Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool interested in Blackburn Rovers Star

Published on 2011-06-08 02:15:39

TweetManchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool have been put on alert and are all monitoring the situation of Blackburn Rovers star defender Phil Jones, according to the site Click Manchester. 19 year old Jones has represented England at under 21 leve > read more

Liverpool holding talks with Sunderland’s Henderson

Published on 2011-06-08 01:55:35

TweetAs we reported on the 4th June ( Henderson in a hurry to join Liverpool ) the BBC have confirmed this morning that Liverpool have opened talks with Sunderland concerning the proposed capture of their midfielder Jordan Henderson. It is believed t > read more

Tottenham – Modric is Going Nowhere

Published on 2011-06-07 04:29:53

TweetYesterday we published an article commenting on the speculation in the tabloid press and elsewhere, linking Croatian International and Tottenham star midfielder Luka Modric with a big money move to Old Trafford. The few comments we received from > read more

Confusion reigns over Hiddink

Published on 2011-06-07 03:52:58

TweetThere are reports coming out of Turkey this morning that number one Chelsea managerial target Guus Hiddink is now staying on as Turkish National Coach. Yesterday we reported ( Chelsea all set to get Hiddink ) that the Turkish Football Federat > read more

Chelsea and Manchester City chase Rodwell

Published on 2011-06-07 02:16:10

TweetWith Roman Abramovich set to put  in place Guus Hiddink as manager of Chelsea, he is also planning to provide Hiddink with substantial funds, to enable him to bring back to Stamford Bridge the Champions League. It is reported that high on Abram > read more

Modric is top target for Manchester United

Published on 2011-06-06 10:17:02

TweetManchester United are continued to be linked with a host of players, some of whom there appears to be some mileage in. Such as Wesley Sneijder of Inter Milan and Samir Nasri of Arsenal. Another name that keeps on being mentioned over the cours > read more

Arsenal and Liverpool weigh up a move for Barca’s Bojan

Published on 2011-06-06 09:36:33

TweetBoth Arsenal and Liverpool are considering making a formal approach for out of favour Barcelona striker Bojan. The twenty year old is deemed surplus to requirements by the European Champions and the majority of his appearances for Barca the seas > read more

Everton to lose out on Klose

Published on 2011-06-06 06:56:31

TweetGerman Newspaper Bild is reporting today that veteran striker Miroslav Klose is to join Spanish La Liga side Valencia. Klose who is in the twilight of his career and turns 33 later this week had been linked with a move to Goodison Park. There ha > read more

Is Manchester United’s Giggs’ Career Over?

Published on 2011-06-06 06:34:58

TweetRyan Giggs is the most decorated footballer in the English game and until very recently had the reputation that all footballers looked up to and strived to emulate. Yet his once perfect reputation has been blown apart courtesy of Super Injunctio > read more

Chelsea all set to get Hiddink

Published on 2011-06-06 05:34:02

TweetThe BBC are reporting this morning that the Turkish Football Association are expecting that Turkish National Team Coach Guus Hiddink is to resign from his position and join up once again with Chelsea. Hiddink is no stranger to Chelsea having tak > read more

Jol and O’Neil favourites to land Fulham Manager Vacancy

Published on 2011-06-06 04:25:15

TweetLadbrokes.com have priced Martin Jol as 6/4 favourite to take over the Fulham managerial position which was vacated by Mark Hughes resigning the position last week. The other front runner is Martin O’Neil, who since he resigned from Aston > read more

QPR after out of favour Tottenham Players

Published on 2011-06-06 03:48:38

TweetThe Metro this morning is reporting that NPower Championship Champions QPR, are about to make their first forays into the tranfer market this window, with Neil Warnock sizing up bids for Tottenham duo Robbie Keane and Jemaine Jenas. The move for > read more

Manchester City Snubbed by Sanchez

Published on 2011-06-06 00:33:29

TweetManchester City target Alexis Sanchez who currently plays for Udinese in Italy is believed to have snubbed the overtures of City and instead is set to have talks with European Champions Barcelona. The right winger who has played over 90 times fo > read more

Young – Future Undecided

Published on 2011-06-05 17:01:19

TweetAshley Young who spared England’s blushes yesterday against Switzerland at Wembley, is reported to be meeting with Aston Villa’s chairman over the summer, as his future at Villa Park remains up in the air. The highly rated winger who > read more

Nasri linked to Manchester United

Published on 2011-06-05 16:39:23

TweetThe Herald Sun is reporting that Samir Nasri has made the biggest hint yet that he wants to leave Arsenal and join international team mate Patrice Evra at Manchester United. The Guardian also have reported that Nasri has refused to rule out a  > read more