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Baxter Strikes For Everton
A review of Friday night's pre-season action.
Robinson Moves To Blackburn
Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson has joined Blackburn for £3.5million.
Pizarro Agent Rubbishes Speculation
Claudio Pizarro's agent has refuted "crazy" reports that the Chelsea forward will join River Plate.
Lucas Has Big Plans
Lucas Leiva hopes to play a bigger role at Liverpool during the upcoming season.
Ferguson Eyes Euro Hat-trick
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson wants to win the Champions League for a third time.
Garner Completes Forest Switch
Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Carlisle striker Joe Garner for a fee of £1.14million.
Hobbs Seals Leicester Loan Deal
Leicester have signed Liverpool defender Jack Hobbs on a season-long loan deal.
League Want Assurances From Millers
Rotherham's Football League status is under threat if they don't comply fully with stringent regulations.
Yorke Injury Blow For Black Cats
Sunderland midfielder Dwight Yorke has suffered a suspected fractured cheekbone.
Ferdinand Worried Over Spurs' Options
Les Ferdinand doesn't think that Tottenham should sell both Dimitar Berbatov and Robbie Keane.
Barry's Future Remains Unclear
Martin O'Neill still has has no idea if Gareth Barry will be at Aston Villa next season.
Levein: No Fear Of Barca
Craig Levein has challenged Dundee United to keep possession against Barcelona.
Smith Frustrated By Davis Failure
Walter Smith will step up his midfielder search after failing with a last-gasp bid to sign Steven Davis.
Mikel Ready To Hold His Own
Mikel John Obi is confident he can take over from Claude Makelele in the Chelsea midfield.
Capello Clarifies Quit Comments
England coach Fabio Capello insists he will not be leaving after the 2010 World Cup.
Villa In Friedel Talks
Aston Villa have been given permission to speak to Blackburn goalkeeper Brad Friedel.
Villa Aim To Tie Down Stars
Aston Villa are in contract talks with several key first-team players.
Pepe Claims Ronaldo Still Keen On Move
Portugal defender Pepe believes Cristiano Ronaldo is eager to join him at Real Madrid.
Rovers Close On Robbo Deal
Blackburn are hopeful of completing a deal for Tottenham's Paul Robinson in the next 24 hours.
Alonso Set For Anfield Talks
Xabi Alonso is set to hold talks with Rafa Benitez over his future at Liverpool, while Alvaro Arbeloa could leave the club.
Owen Hoping To Keep Scoring Rhythm
Newcastle's Michael Owen is hoping to pick up where he left off when the new season starts.
Ancelotti Excited By Flamini
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has hailed the impact of new signing Mathieu Flamini.
Real Fail With Van Der Vaart Bid
Hamburg have rejected an offer from Real Madrid for midfielder Rafael van der Vaart.
Messi Olympic Decision Due
A final decision on Lionel Messi's participation in the Olympics is set to be made on Tuesday.
Carson Sets Sights On England Place
Scott Carson has set his sights on regaining his England place after joining West Brom.
Black Cats Sign Meyler
Sunderland have confirmed the signing of teenage midfielder David Meyler from Cork City.
Martins May Miss Start Of Season
Obafemi Martins could miss the start of the 2008/09 campaign following the death of his mother.
Brown Confirms Gardner Deal
Hull boss Phil Brown has confirmed the club are close to signing Tottenham's Anthony Gardner.
New Deal For Neville
Everton captain Phil Neville has signed a new four-year deal with the Merseyside club.
Mendes Move Scuppered By Muntari
Rangers appear destined to fail in their attempts to lure Portsmouth's Pedro Mendes to Ibrox.
Muntari Could Prompt Pompey Spree
Sulley Muntari's move to Inter will give Harry Redknapp the funds for Shaun Wright-Phillips.
Villa Make Late Bid For Kaboul
Sunderland are waiting for Younes Kaboul's answer after Aston Villa's late bid for the defender.
No Panic Buys For Strachan
Gordon Strachan insists he will not buy players simply to appease the Celtic fans.
Deco Happy To Be Mature Student
Deco insists he still has plenty to offer Chelsea despite being 30.
Glazers Content With Ronaldo Decision
David Gill has revealed the Glazer family have backed the decision to keep Cristiano Ronaldo.
Barca Boss Tight-lipped Over Duo
Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola has refused to comment on Didier Drogba and Emmanuel Adebayor.
Bridges Returns To Carlisle
Carlisle have signed striker Michael Bridges on a season-long loan from Hull.
Six Of The Best For Barca
A review of Wednesday night's pre-season action.
Players Cleared Of Match-fixing
Five players in Italy have been cleared of match-fixing by a disciplinary commission.
Capello Urges Lampard To Stay Put
England manager Fabio Capello hopes Frank Lampard will stay at Chelsea.
Megson In No Rush To Drop Meite Price
Bolton boss Gary Megson insists there have been no "serious" bids for Abdoulaye Meite.
Keown Thinks Chelsea Will Challenge
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown believes Chelsea can mount a serious title challenge.
Gilberto: Gunners Need Silverware
Gilberto feels Arsenal need to win a trophy this year after three seasons without any silverware.
Salgado Wants Real To Keep Focus
Michel Salgado insists Real Madrid should not place too much emphasis on acquiring Cristiano Ronaldo.
River Claim Pizarro Offer
River Plate's president has revealed the club were offered Chelsea striker Claudio Pizarro.
Lehmann Coy Over Future
Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has refused to announce his retirement from international football.
Hansen: Reds Must Strengthen Wings
Alan Hansen believes Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez should sign wide players this summer.
Kaboul Agrees Black Cats Deal
Sunderland have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Tottenham defender Younes Kaboul.
Krumah Set To Join Portsmouth
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp is set to sign Gambian teenager Omar Krumah.
Palace Reject New Watson Offers
Crystal Palace have rejected fresh offers for Ben Watson from several Championship clubs.