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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.