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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin believes he is still wanted as part of manager Arsene Wenger's plans at the Emirates Stadium next season.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Gerard Houllier is reportedly considering a move for Celtic midfielder Beram Kayal, who could leave the club for EUR3 million.

Birmingham
Sunderland are said to lead the chase for Birmingham's Sebastian Larsson, who will make a decision on his future within the next two weeks.

Blackburn
Steve Kean has warned El Hadji Diouf he will have limited opportunities at Blackburn Rovers when he returns from his loan spell at Rangers.

Blackpool
Blackpool coach Ian Holloway underlined his big plans for midfielder Keith Southern next season, after rejecting the advances of Leeds United.

Bolton
Bolton coach Owen Coyle is reportedly considering a move for Celtic midfielder Beram Kayal, who could leave the Scottish club for EUR3 million.

Chelsea
Chelsea winger Yuri Zhirkov admitted that a return to Russia is not out of the question having failed to hold down a regular first team spot.

Everton
Coach David Moyes is confident that Jack Rodwell will become a quality player, and that the young midfielder will do so in an Everton shirt.

Fulham
It was revealed Fulham boss Mark Hughes has rejected a bid from Mexican club Monterrey to take full-back Carlos Salcido back to his homeland.

Liverpool
Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel rued missing out on Europa League but is confident the club are ready to challenge for trophies next season.

Manchester City
Levante announced that the club have exercised their rights to purchase Ecuador striker Felipe Caicedo for EUR1 million from Manchester City.

Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson believes English bosses must be allowed to spend more time with youngsters if they are to reach Barcelona's passing standard.

Newcastle
Wigan have reportedly told Newcastle to double their offer for winger Charles N'Zogbia after turning down their initial bid of GBP5 million.

Stoke City
It was reported that Stoke are leading Bolton in the race for the signature of midfielder David Jones, who was recently released by Wolves.

Sunderland
Sunderland are said to lead the chase for Birmingham's Sebastian Larsson, who will make a decision on his future within the next two weeks.

Tottenham
Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe admits his team will do everything to win the Europa League next season and also hoping for a top four finish.

West Brom
West Brom have revealed they are confident of securing striker Peter Odemwingie on a new deal after his superb first season at The Hawthorns.

West Ham
Sam Allardyce says he is looking forward to taking charge at West Ham United and trying to help lead the club back into the Premier League.

Wigan
Wigan have reportedly told Newcastle to double their offer for winger Charles N'Zogbia after turning down their initial bid of GBP5 million.

Wolverhampton
It was reported that Stoke are leading Bolton in the race for the signature of midfielder David Jones, who was recently released by Wolves.

La Liga

Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid President Enrique Cerezo has insisted that Juventus have made 'no official offer' for his EUR45 million striker Sergio Aguero.

Barcelona
Barcelona's Ibrahim Afellay admitted he would rather rest after a long season than joining Holland for their clash against Brazil and Uruguay.

Deportivo
Deportivo president Augusto Cesar Lendoiro admitted that it would be very difficult for the club to retain Andres Guardado in the Segunda Liga.

Espanyol
AC Milan are reportedly ready to loan young defender Didac Vila to his former club Espanyol after failing to make an impact at the San Siro.

Getafe
Getafe announced they have decided not to offer coach Jose Miguel Gonzalez a new contract at the club and will start looking for a replacement.

Levante
Levante announced that the club have exercised their rights to purchase Ecuador striker Felipe Caicedo for EUR1 million from Manchester City.

Malaga
Malaga are preparing to pounce after Marseille president Jean-Claude Dassier has confirmed that Lucho Gonzalez wants to leave the French club.

Real Madrid
Fabio Coentrao has repeated his desire to leave Benfica for Real Madrid and declared that it is now up to both clubs to reach an agreement.

Sevilla
Sevilla have until the end of today to decide whether they want to keep the services of Martin Caceres or send the defender back to Barcelona.

Valencia
Valencia have reached an agreement with Kevin Gameiro but Lorient prefer to sell the player to a Premier League club, who will pay higher fee.

Villarreal
Villarreal have reportedly identified Cagliari defender Davide Astori as an alternative should they fail to land Cristian Zapata of Udinese.

Serie A

AC Milan
Werder Bremen are interested in signing AC Milan defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos on a year-long loan deal but face competition from Genoa.

Cagliari
Villarreal have reportedly identified Cagliari defender Davide Astori as an alternative should they fail to land Cristian Zapata of Udinese.

Catania
Catania sports director Pietro Lo Monaco has reportedly shortlised Sampdoria striker Nicola Pozzi as top summer target to replace Maxi Lopez.

Cesena
Cesena have confirmed their interest in Adrian Mutu but they will have to wait for the Fiorentina striker to return from international duty.

Chievo
Chievo midfielder Gelson Fernandes is not worried about the high number of fouls he committed, which he considers as prove of his commitment.

Fiorentina
Cesena have confirmed their interest in Adrian Mutu but they will have to wait for the Fiorentina striker to return from international duty.

Genoa
Genoa are likely to use the EUR12 million from the sale of Rafinha and Robert Acquafresca to buy Antonio Floro Flores's rights from Udinese.

Inter Milan
Thiago Motta's agent has underlined the midfielder's intention to remain with Inter Milan this summer and is waiting to hear from the club.

Juventus
Atletico Madrid President Enrique Cerezo has insisted that Juventus have made 'no official offer' for his EUR45 million striker Sergio Aguero.

Lazio
Stefano Mauri's agent revealed that the Lazio midfielder is considering a summer exit amid interest from Russian giants Zenit St Petersburg.

Napoli
Napoli are reportedly not giving up on their chase for Angelo Palombo, even after the player has voiced his willingness to remain at Sampdoria.

Palermo
Palermo president Maurizio Zamparini has admitted he cannot rule out Javier Pastore's summer exit as the Rosanero cannot compete financially.

Parma
Parma are reportedly on the trail of Belgrano playmaker Franco Vazquez, who is refusing to comment on his possible move to Italy this summer.

Roma
Stefano Pioli has warned AS Roma that he will have to consider other job offers if they do not get back to him by a deadline he has imposed.

Sampdoria
Catania sports director Pietro Lo Monaco has reportedly shortlised Sampdoria striker Nicola Pozzi as top summer target to replace Maxi Lopez.

Udinese
Inter have been chasing Alexis Sanchez since autumn but will only sign the Udinese star if the price is right, said director Ernesto Paolillo.

Monday, May 30, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly preparing an EUR9 million deal for Blackburn's Chris Samba after failing to land him in January.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa are being linked with a GBP15 million double swoop for two Birmingham City players - goalkeeper Ben Foster and defender Scott Dann.

Birmingham
Aston Villa are being linked with a GBP15 million double swoop for two Birmingham City players - goalkeeper Ben Foster and defender Scott Dann.

Blackburn
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly preparing an EUR9 million deal for Blackburn's Chris Samba after failing to land him in January.

Blackpool
Blackpool midfielder David Vaughan is in no rush to decide his future after confirming Sunderland are just one of the clubs he is talking to.

Chelsea
Chelsea are reportedly keen to appoint a new boss within the next 2 weeks, but Tottenham will demand GBP15 million if they want Harry Redknapp.

Everton
Everton are reportedly ready to spend GBP4 million to bring Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton back to Goodison Park this summer transfer window.

Fulham
Fulham are reportedly leading the chase for Blackpool striker DJ Campbell, who could be available for around GBP1.2 million this summer market.

Liverpool
Liverpool are on red alert after midfield target Eden Hazard admitted he is unsure whether he will remain with French side Lille next season.

Manchester City
Manchester City head coach Roberto Mancini is reportedly after Japanese duo, Keisuke Honda of CSKA Moscow and Yuki Abe from Leicester City.

Manchester United
Juventus have reportedly enquired about Man Utd duo Antonio Valencia, who could arrive on-loan and Rafael, currently valued at GBP13 million.

Newcastle
Newcastle United coach Alan Pardew has reportedly identified Wolverhampton captain Karl Henry as as a top summer target to replace Joey Barton.

Stoke City
Stoke City boss Tony Pulis is reportedly ready to test West Ham's resolve with a GBP3.5 million bid for long-term strike target Carlton Cole.

Sunderland
Blackpool midfielder David Vaughan is in no rush to decide his future after confirming Sunderland are just one of the clubs he is talking to.

Tottenham
Tottenham is reportedly in talks with Uruguayan shot-stopper Nando Muslera of Lazio as they look to replace the error-prone Heurelho Gomes.

West Brom
Manchester United's Tomasz Kuszczak, reportedly a West Brom target, is not ruling out leaving the Premier League in search of regular football.

West Ham
Stoke City boss Tony Pulis is reportedly ready to test West Ham's resolve with a GBP3.5 million bid for long-term strike target Carlton Cole.

Wigan
Wigan will reignite their interest in Almeria midfielder Hernan Bernardello, after their first bid worth EUR5 million was rejected in January.

Wolverhampton
Newcastle United coach Alan Pardew has reportedly identified Wolverhampton captain Karl Henry as as a top summer target to replace Joey Barton.

La Liga

Almeria
Wigan will reignite their interest in Almeria midfielder Hernan Bernardello, after their first bid worth EUR5 million was rejected in January.

Atletico Madrid
Bayern Munich are reportedly considering making a move for Atletico de Madrid striker Sergio Aguero as Miroslav Klose is expected to leave.

Barcelona
Player of the Match Lionel Messi was extremely happy with the goal he scored against Manchester United and admitted it was a game to remember.

Deportivo
Deportivo have presented their new coach Jose Luis Oltra, who is delighted with the chance to plan for their quick bounce back to the La Liga.

Espanyol
Espanyol president Daniel Sanchez Llibre has admitted he is tired after so many years at the club but refused to reveal whether he is leaving.

Malaga
Gabriel Heinze could return to the Primera Liga with Malaga after the Argentine defender confirmed that he is leaving Marseille this summer.

Osasuna
Osasuna are set to complete their fourth summer business after Ruben Gonzalez agreed to sign a three year contract at de Navarra on Monday.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid fitness coach Valter Di Salvo has claimed the club's top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo emulate Ryan Giggs and play into his late 30's.

Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca were defeated 3-0 by Cartagena in a friendly match held to launch the recently-refurbished Estadio Jaime Moron Leon in Colombia.

Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have been linked with a move for Valenciennes coach Philippe Montanier, who has a reputation for relying heavily on youngsters.

Real Zaragoza
Real Zaragoza boss Javier Aguirre has agreed to extend his stay for another season after several days of talks with president Agapito Iglesias.

Sevilla
Sevilla president Jose Maria del Nido will reportedly begin another talks early this week after coach Marcelo Bielsa turned down his offer.

Sporting Gijon
Sporting de Gijon have reportedly reached an agreement with Defensor for the EUR800,000 transfer of young defender Damian Suarez this summer.

Valencia
Valencia midfielder Tino Costa is pleased with his first season in Spanish football and is confident his display will be better next season.

Villarreal
Villarreal midfielder Borja Valero has insisted that he never considered moving away from the club and plans to return stronger next season.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan are targeting a double Bayern Munich swoop for left-sided midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger and their veteran striker Miroslav Klose.

Brescia
Crotone head coach Leonardo Menichini has asked for a week to evaluate his contract renewal as Brescia closes in to take him away to Rigamonti.

Cagliari
Nando Muslera is reportedly in negotiations with Tottenham, freeing up Lazio to sign former Italy goalkeeper Federico Marchetti from Cagliari.

Catania
Catania could land the services of AS Roma's Argentine defender Nicolas Burdisso, who has never found his place within the Giallorossi side.

Cesena
Cesena president Igor Campedelli is set to meet with Chievo coach Stefano Pioli early this week about relocating to the Stadio Dino Manuzzi.

Chievo
Cesena president Igor Campedelli is set to meet with Chievo coach Stefano Pioli early this week about relocating to the Stadio Dino Manuzzi.

Fiorentina
Olympique de Marseille have not yet given up hopes of luring star striker Alberto Gilardino away from Fiorentina in the summer transfer window.

Genoa
Genoa could miss out on their target Sebastian Ribas as the striker is considering extending his contract at Dijon for another three seasons.

Inter Milan
Inter Milan coach Leonardo admits he is delighted to end a very difficult season with a trophy, following their Coppa Italia win over Palermo.

Juventus
Juventus have reportedly enquired about Man Utd duo Antonio Valencia, who could arrive on-loan and Rafael, currently valued at GBP13 million.

Lazio
Nando Muslera is reportedly in negotiations with Tottenham, freeing up Lazio to sign former Italy goalkeeper Federico Marchetti from Cagliari.

Lecce
Luigi De Canio walked out on Lecce due to a row with the Semeraro family, but a new Selentini President could offer the coach his job back.

Napoli
Napoli and Slovania midfielder Marek Hamsik admits that a few years ago, he would never have thought that the Partenopei could be great again.

Palermo
Head coach Delio Rossi said he cried after the Coppa Italia final defeat to Inter Milan because he wanted to give something more to the fans.

Parma
Inter Milan are reportedly willing to let young midfielder Nwankwo Obiorah to remain with Parma in order to continue his footballing lessons.

Roma
Barcelona B side Coach Luis Enrique is the hot favourite to take over at Roma and is scheduled to meet Walter Sabatini in the next few days.

Sampdoria
It was reported Sampdoria have successfully convinced Gianluca Atzori to leave Reggina and take over the coaching role at Marassi next season.

Udinese
Juventus director Beppe Marotta has apparently convinced Gokhan Inler to join the Bianconeri and will hold a meeting with Udinese on Monday.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Stan Kroenke has given Arsenal's shareholders a fortnight to accept his offer for their holdings after increasing his shares to 66.06 per cent.

Aston Villa
Bolton have reportedly told Aston Villa that it will cost them GBP5 million to pry Omani goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi away from the Reebok Stadium.

Birmingham
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is hoping to convince free agent Sebastian Larsson to move to Stadium of Light following his release by Birmingham.

Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers coach Steve Kean admits he his hoping to put something together to keep striker Benjani Mwaruwari at the club this summer.

Blackpool
Notts County are poised to sign winger Ishmel Demontagnac, who is available on a free transfer after being released by Blackpool this week.

Bolton
Bolton have reportedly told Aston Villa that it will cost them GBP5 million to pry Omani goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi away from the Reebok Stadium.

Chelsea
Guus Hiddink has opened the door for a possible return to Chelsea after admitting he would consider any offer to go back to Stamford Bridge.

Everton
Norwich have signed striker James Vaughan from Everton on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee, reported to be around GBP2.5 million.

Fulham
Felipe Menezes' agent has confirmed that Fulham are interested in signing the Benfica playmaker on a one-year loan with the option to purchase.

Liverpool
Alberto Aquilani is set to return to Liverpool after new Juventus coach Antonio Conte told the midfielder he is not needed at the Olimpico.

Manchester City
Manchester City have told Udinese to accept their EUR38 million offer for Alexis Sanchez or they will turn their attention to Sergio Aguero.

Manchester United
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic admitted that his side were beaten by the better team as Barcelona lifted the Champions League cup.

Newcastle
Newcastle have reportedly upped their bid for Lorient striker Kevin Gameiro to GBP10 million in an attempt to ward off interest from Valencia.

Stoke City
Stoke coach Tony Pulis has told veteran midfielder Rory Delap he can become the Potters' answer to Ryan Giggs over the next couple of seasons.

Sunderland
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is hoping to convince free agent Sebastian Larsson to move to Stadium of Light following his release by Birmingham.

Tottenham
Manchester Utd will reportedly offer Dimitar Berbatov back to Tottenham after dropping the striker from their Champions League final squad.

West Brom
West Brom could renew their interest in Real Mallorca striker Pierre Webo, who is also admired by North-East pair Sunderland and Newcastle.

West Ham
West Ham United are in talks with former Blackburn manager Sam Allardyce over the vacant managerial post at Upton Park, according to reports.

Wigan
Juventus were already linked with Wigan Athletic talent Charles N'Zogbia in January and the Bianconeri are renewing their interest this summer.

Wolverhampton
Nenad Milijas insists he is ready to stay at Wolves and fight for his first-team place after being linked with a summer exit from Molineux.

La Liga

Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid have confirmed that ex-player Jose Caminero has become the club's new sports director and takes over from Jesus Garcia Pitarch.

Barcelona
Following the Champions League final win over Man Utd, David Villa admitted his goal came at a crucial time as it helped to calm Barca down.

Hercules
Hercules are expecting Real Madrid to allow some of their youths to join the club as compensation for the trouble caused by Royston Drenthe.

Real Madrid
DFB-Pokal holders Schalke are reportedly ready to move in for young Real Madrid midfielder Sergio Canales, who is also a target for Villarreal.

Real Mallorca
West Brom could renew their interest in Real Mallorca striker Pierre Webo, who is also admired by North-East pair Sunderland and Newcastle.

Sevilla
It was reported that Atletico Madrid will go after Sevilla hitman Alvaro Negredo, should they lose Sergio Aguero in the summer transfer window.

Valencia
Striker Jonas Goncalves believes he has adapted well in his first 5 months at Valencia but admits he still have to improve in many aspects.

Villarreal
Villarreal are set to give their answer to Napoli next week after the Italian side submitted a EUR10 million offer for midfielder Borja Valero.

Serie A

AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri
Rumours persist that AC Milan could offer striker Antonio Cassano to Fiorentina in exchange for the transfer of midfielder Riccardo Montolivo.

Bologna
Emiliano Viviano's agent insisted the goalkeeper's future will be determined by Inter and Bologna, following rumours about a move to AS Roma.

Brescia
Andrea Caracciolo had been a target for Dynamo Kiev, but the Brescia striker has rejected the move despite being offered EUR2 million a year.

Catania
Catania's Gonzalo Bergessio is ready to return to his parent club St Etienne but underlines that he will not spend another season on the bench.

Cesena
Atalanta are reportedly considering making a bid for Steve Von Bergen from Cesena, as they look to strengthen their defence for the new season.

Fiorentina
Alessio Cerci has launched a scathing attack on Fiorentina fans for insulting him and the winger vowed never to celebrate his goals with them.

Genoa
Slovenia winger Valter Birsa is hoping to play in his favourite position and score more goals when he completes his move to Genoa from Auxerre.

Inter Milan
Inter are reportedly leading the race for the signature of Velez Sarsfield midfielder Ricardo Alvarez, who is rated at around EUR15 million.

Juventus
Juventus were already linked with Wigan Athletic talent Charles N'Zogbia in January and the Bianconeri are renewing their interest this summer.

Lazio
Lazio president Claudio Lotito claimed the club have not received any offers for striker Mauro Zarate, ahead of their meeting with his agent.

Lecce
Lecce goalkeeping coach Fabrizio Lorieri believes Antonio Rosati is ready for Napoli and that he will be perfect as De Sanctis' replacement.

Napoli
After threatening to walk away, Coach Walter Mazzarri assures the rapport with Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis 'has been strengthened.'

Palermo
It was reported that Schalke will use the money from the sale of keeper Manuel Neuer to secure the signature of Salvatore Sirigu from Palermo.

Roma
Carlo Ancelotti denies he was contacted by Roma, but it is said he could join Zenit instead, sending Luciano Spalletti back to the Olimpico.

Sampdoria
Sampdoria captain Angelo Palombo are reportedly willing to remain with the club and accept a huge cut from his EUR1.5 million a year salary.

Udinese
Manchester City have told Udinese to accept their EUR38 million offer for Alexis Sanchez or they will turn their attention to Sergio Aguero.

Saturday, May 28, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal will reportedly submit a GBP10 million bid for long-term target Chris Samba, who was pivotal in keeping Blackburn in the Premiership.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa announced they have allowed Reo-Coker, Carew, Pires, Salifou, Osbourne, Berry, Deeney, Flanagan, Forrester and Halfhuid to leave.

Birmingham
Stephen Carr is staying at Birmingham, while the club have also confirmed that talks are underway over a possible new deal for James McFadden.

Blackburn
Blackburn head coach Steve Kean is weighing up a move for Hibernian striker Derek Riordan, who is available on a free transfer this summer.

Blackpool
Blackpool have been linked with a move for Ivory Coast defender Aboulaye Meite, but his high salary remains a stumbling block for the club.

Bolton
Bolton manager Owen Coyle has offered long-serving midfielder Ricardo Gardner a new deal at the Reebok Stadium and is waiting for his response.

Chelsea
Wales defender Gareth Bale has pleaded with Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp to stay at White Hart Lane amid reported interest from Chelsea.

Everton
Everton are reportedly upping their interest in veteran striker Miroslav Klose after negotiations on his new deal at Bayern Munich stalled.

Fulham
Fulham midfielder Zoltan Gera has been linked to a return to West Bromwich Albion, where he made over 150 appearences between 2004 and 2008.

Liverpool
Kenny Dalglish has insisted that not being in Europe will not affect Liverpool's ability to lure quality players to the club in the summer.

Manchester City
Man City captain Carloz Tevez has reportedly rejected a deal which includes a GBP20 million-per-year salary from Juventus to stay at Eastlands.

Manchester United
Coach Sir Alex Ferguson insists any mistakes Manchester Utd made before the 2009 Champions League final have been rectified this time around.

Newcastle
Newcastle Utd are back on the trail of Cameroon international midfielder Achille Emana after failing in their first attemp to land him in 2008.

Stoke City
Stoke coach Tony Pulis has confirmed that former captain Abdoulaye Faye has left Britannia Stadium following the expiration of his contract.

Sunderland
Ghanaian hitman Asamoah Gyan has labelled his performances for Sunderland this season 'quite impressive' although he was hoping for more goals.

Tottenham
Wales defender Gareth Bale has pleaded with Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp to stay at White Hart Lane amid reported interest from Chelsea.

West Brom
Fulham midfielder Zoltan Gera has been linked to a return to West Bromwich Albion, where he made over 150 appearences between 2004 and 2008.

Wigan
Wigan Athletic midfielder Charles N’Zogbia has revealed that he may leave his club but remains adamant he wants to stay in the Premier League.

Wolverhampton
Wolves head coach Mick McCarthy has paid tribute to midfielder David Jones after confirming that he would be leaving the club as a free agent.

La Liga

Almeria
Almeria are reportedly considering Cartagena boss Juan Ignacio Martinez as possible candidate to lead the club in their return to Segunda Liga.

Atletico Madrid
Diego Forlan has described reports of his exit from Atletico as speculation, reminding everyone he still has a two-year deal with the club.

Barcelona
Carles Puyol hopes Pep Guardiola will stay on as Barca coach regardless of the result against Manchester United in the Champions League final.

Deportivo
Jose Luis Oltra is the new head coach of Deportivo and his contract will be automatically renewed if they win promotion to the Primera Liga.

Espanyol
Defender David Garcia admitted he was sad not to be able to end his career at Espanyol after 18 years contributing to the Periquitos' cause.

Hercules
David Trezeguet's agent claimed there is interest from Lazio for the Hercules striker, who would prefer to return to the Serie A next season.

Levante
Levante sports director insisted the club already have a Plan B in place should they lose coach Luis Garcia Plaza to another club this summer.

Osasuna
Osasuna defeated Polish side Elana Torun 2-1 in a friendly encounter after Serbian striker Dejan Lekic scored both goals for the Navarrans.

Real Madrid
Young Benfica left back Fabio Coentrao has made it clear that he will only leave the Portuguese side to wear the white jersey of Real Madrid.

Real Mallorca
Defender Ayoze Diaz has criticised Mallorca for kicking him out of the club without giving him the opportunity to say his goodbye to the fans.

Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have reportedly identified France under-21 head coach Erick Mombaerts as a potential target for their vacant managerial position.

Sevilla
Sevilla midfielder Didier Zokora has announced his intention to leave the Spanish side, as he fears he will get less playing time next season.

Sporting Gijon
Rafael Sastre has put an end to a decade of football in Gijon and the right back admitted that he has been dreading the day for the last month.

Valencia
Valencia coach Unai Emery has reportedly told Chori Dominguez to seek a new club as he will not be included in the club's plan for next season.

Villarreal
Villarreal have been keeping an eye on Colombian centre-back Cristian Zapata, who have had an outstanding campaign with Udinese this season.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan goalkeeper Marco Amelia has declared that he would be willing to sacrifice the Champions League for the opportunity to return to Roma.

Bari
Bari coach Bortolo Mutti is ready to leave the club which is heading to the Serie B, but conceded that no concrete offer has arrived so far.

Bologna
Bologna market consultant Salvatore Bagni is confident that striker Marco Di Vaio will still be playing for the club in Serie A next season.

Brescia
Brescia defender Pietro Accardi has admitted that he would like to return to his parent club Sampdoria, and try to win promotion to Serie A.

Cagliari
Midfielder Radja Nainggolan has reiterated his desire to remain with Cagliari, who have given him the opportunity to prove himself in Serie A.

Catania
Gubbio sports director Stefano Giammarioli said the club would not block coach Vincenzo Torrente if Serie A side Catania want him this summer.

Cesena
Cesena director Lorenzo Minotti confirms negotiations for Fiorentina ace Adrian Mutu have resumed, but note that the problem remains his wages.

Chievo
Chievo announced that the club have renewed the contract of Gennaro Sardo for another year to keep the defender at the Bentegodi until 2013.

Fiorentina
Cesena director Lorenzo Minotti confirms negotiations for Fiorentina ace Adrian Mutu have resumed, but note that the problem remains his wages.

Genoa
Borussia Dortmund are watching Antonio Floro Flores' situation as Genoa have until June 25 to buy the other half of his rights from Udinese.

Inter Milan
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has claimed that the Nerazzurri would not go after Fiorentina midfielder Riccardo Montolivo this summer.

Juventus
Juventus have been linked with their long-time target Gabriel Heinze after the veteran defender announced he was leaving Olympique Marseille.

Lazio
David Trezeguet's agent claimed there is interest from Lazio for the Hercules striker, who would prefer to return to the Serie A next season.

Lecce
Former Palermo and Catania manager Walter Zenga is the latest candidate for the Lecce job, following the resignation of Coach Gigi De Canio.

Napoli
Groningen director Hans Nijland has announced that Tim Matavz has decided to stay at the club after failing to reach an agreement with Napoli.

Palermo
It was reported that Fiorentina midfielder Marco Donadel is set to meet with Palermo about a possible move to the Renzo Barbera this summer.

Parma
Parma have set their sights on Lecce midfielder Djamel Mesbah and the Ducali will reportedly open talks with the Selentini in the coming days.

Roma
AS Roma midfielder David Pizarro concedes that the Giallorossi's season was below their expectations and would rate it only four out of 10.

Sampdoria
New Sampdoria sporting director Pasquale Sensibile said the relegated side should announce the name of their new Coach in the next seven days.

Udinese
Villarreal have been keeping an eye on Colombian centre-back Cristian Zapata, who have had an outstanding campaign with Udinese this season.

Friday, May 27, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal have finalised the capture of Barcelona starlets Jon Toral and Hector Bellerin after both players signed a five-year deal at Emirates.

Aston Villa
Liverpool target Stewart Downing will not be committing to a new Aston Villa contract at the moment as he consider the direction of his career.

Birmingham
It was reported that Birmingham City midfielder Sebastian Larsson will be leaving St Andrew's on a free transfer after five years at the club.

Blackburn
Tottenham have reportedly made Blackburn defender Phil Jones a top priority this summer, given that Bassong and Woodgate are expected to leave.

Blackpool
Blackpool midfielder David Vaughan has confirmed he has been approached about a possible move to Champions League side Rangers this summer.

Bolton
Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez has confirmed that the permanent signing of Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi is a top priority.

Chelsea
Chelsea are reportedly in pole position to land young Anderlecht striker Romelu Lukaku, who is likely to cost the London side GBP22 million.

Everton
Premier League clubs Everton, Fulham and Liverpool are on red alert after PSV Eindhoven allowed striker Jonathan Reis to fall out of contract.

Fulham
Mark Hughes' Fulham will play in the Europa League next season after qualifying for the tournament via the Premier League's Fair Play League.

Liverpool
Liverpool target Stewart Downing will not be committing to a new Aston Villa contract at the moment as he consider the direction of his career.

Manchester City
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has been banned for six months for his failed drugs test but will be available for selection in September.

Manchester United
Manchester United head coach Sir Alex Ferguson is reportedly prepared to pay GBP12 million to bring in Ajax full-back Gregory van der Wiel.

Newcastle
Newcastle are set to beat Bolton in the race to sign Swansea midfielder Darren Pratley, having offered him a four-year deal at St James' Park.

Stoke City
Stoke City have slapped a GBP10 million price-tag on goalkeeper Asmir Begovic in their attempt to discourage Chelsea and Tottenham's interest.

Sunderland
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce has confirmed that the club are not about to open contract talks with Craig Gordon, who is out with a knee problem.

Tottenham
Tottenham have reportedly made Blackburn defender Phil Jones a top priority this summer, given that Bassong and Woodgate are expected to leave.

West Brom
West Bromwich Albion have insisted that Gabriel Tamas is not for sale, despite reports linking him with a GBP3.5 million move to Bayern Munich.

West Ham
West Ham United owners have reportedly offered the manager's job to a British applicant, who will be earning around GBP1 million per season.

Wigan
Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez has confirmed that the permanent signing of Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi is a top priority.

Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton will step up efforts to sign on-loan midfielder Jamie O'Hara after Mick McCarthy confirmed he wants to keep the Tottenham man.

La Liga

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao presidency candidate Josu Urrutia is reportedly combing the European market for a new coach to lead the club next campaign.

Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin said Real Madrid have given their assurance that they will not bid for Sergio Aguero this summer.

Barcelona
Barcelona are reportedly leading the race for Hercules winger Kiko Femenia, who could join the Blaugrana for a lowly price of EUR4 million.

Espanyol
Espanyol have announced that the club will not be renewing the contract of Javi Chica, David Garcia, Ivan Alonso and Aldo Duscher this summer.

Hercules
Barcelona are reportedly leading the race for Hercules winger Kiko Femenia, who could join the Blaugrana for a lowly price of EUR4 million.

Levante
Levante are reportedly trying to pry Villarreal trio Juan Carlos, Javier Matilla and Jefferson Montero away from El Madrigal in the summer.

Malaga
Malaga are reportedly close to landing Villarreal defender Joan Capdevila for EUR3 million and is also dreaming of bringing in Santi Cazorla.

Racing Santander
Racing Santander coach Marcelino Garcia Toral said the club are totally paralysed and that there is absolutely to project in the summer market.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid midfielder Hamit Altintop is hoping for good times in Spain after blaming Louis van Gaal for his lack of action while with Bayern.

Sevilla
Sevilla announced that the Nervionenses have parted company with Serbian defender Ivica Dragutinovic and Brazilian midfielder Renato Dirnei.

Valencia
Valencia have reopened talks with Lorient for the transfer of striker Kevin Gameiro, after refusing to pay his EUR10 million fee last January.

Villarreal
Malaga are reportedly close to landing Villarreal defender Joan Capdevila for EUR3 million and is also dreaming of bringing in Santi Cazorla.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri admits that he is looking for a left-sided midfielder, someone who can replace Andrea Pirlo in the squad.

Bari
Bari sports director Angelozzi is currently in London to find a new club for Norwegian striker Erik Huseklepp, reportedly a target for Celtic.

Bologna
Bologna have appointed former Cagliari boss Pierpaolo Bisoli as manager for their next campaign following the departure of Alberto Malesani.

Catania
Japan international striker Takayuki Morimoto says he needs to find a new club 'quick' this summer after a stressful campaign with Catania.

Cesena
Cesena sports director Lorenzo Minotti would love to keep Davide Santon at the club but admits the decision lies with Inter and the player.

Chievo
Chievo Verona announced that Stefano Pioli have reach mutual agreement to end their relationship after just 12 months together at Bentegodi.

Fiorentina
Sampdoria sporting director Pasquale Sensibile has revealed that Fiorentina are after their captain Angelo Palombo but no bid have arrived yet.

Genoa
Genoa president Enrico Preziosi announced that Rafinha is likely to return to the Bundesliga, less than a year after arriving at the Marassi.

Inter Milan
Inter are reportedly leading Juventus in the race for Alexis Sanchez's signature as the Udinese star wants to play in the Champions League.

Juventus
Juventus are close to completing their third summer business as Napoli midfielder Michele Pazienze is reportedly set to sign for the Old Lady.

Lazio
Lazio head coach Edy Reja has been awarded with a one-year contract extension for taking the club to the brink of Europa League qualification.

Lecce
Lecce owner Pierandrea Semeraro could be forced to take control of the club as no buyers have come forward since the club were put on sale.

Napoli
President Aurelio De Laurentiis has shot down reports that Milan are preparing a bid to sign Marek Hamsik as Napoli are not a 'supermarket.'

Palermo
Palermo president Maurizio Zamparini said there is 70 per cent chance that his star midfielder Javier Pastore will play in Spain in the future.

Parma
Amauri has thanked Parma for kick-starting his faltering career following his loan switch from Juventus, who lost confidence in his ability.

Roma
AS Roma have reportedly turned their attention to Barcelona B coach Luis Enrique, who already declared his intention to leave the Blaugrana.

Sampdoria
Sampdoria sporting director Pasquale Sensibile has revealed that Fiorentina are after their captain Angelo Palombo but no bid have arrived yet.

Udinese
Antonio Di Natale says he has no regrets about rejecting a switch to Juventus in the summer of 2010 as he is now a flag bearer for Udinese.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed an interest in Karim Benzema and says it is 'not impossible' for Arsenal to sign the Real Madrid striker.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner is considering replacing Gerard Houllier with former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti, who wants to stay in England.

Birmingham
Birmingham defender Roger Johnson has emerged as a summer transfer target for Wolves coach Mick McCarthy, who is after two new centre-halves.

Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers winger Junior Hoilett has revealed he is enjoying his football under current manager Steve Kean and hopes to sign a new deal.

Blackpool
Blackpool have extended Charlie Adam's contract for another 12 months, but it is unlikely to prevent the midfielder from moving in the summer.

Bolton
Bolton announced that Jlloyd Samuel, Joey O'Brien, Tamir Cohen and Johan Elmander are to leave the club following their contract expiration.

Chelsea
It was reported Hamburg sports director Frank Arnesen is expected to confirm a season-loan deal for Chelsea defender Jeffrey Bruma next week.

Everton
Everton head coach David Moyes has admitted it is difficult for him to make definite plans when he is not certain of the money he has to spend.

Fulham
Roma are reportedly interested in the services of Fulham centre back Philippe Senderos, who could be allowed to leave for around EUR3 million.

Liverpool
Liverpool are ahead of Chelsea in their battle to land Wigan Athletic midfielder James McCarthy, who is valued around GBP8 million by his club.

Manchester City
Manchester City's Shay Given has refused to rule out a move to Celtic after insisting a switch to the SPL would not be a step down for him.

Manchester United
Rio Ferdinand is convinced that Gerard Pique would not have taken such giant strides in his career if he had remained at Manchester United.

Newcastle
Newcastle United head coach Alan Pardew have beaten Everton to seal the capture of highly-rated Lens youngster Mehdi Abeid on a five-year deal.

Stoke City
Stoke City defensive pair Abdoulaye Faye and Ibrahima Sonko have both been released by the club after failing to break into the first team.

Sunderland
John Mensah's agent has confirmed Rangers' interest in acquiring the Lyon defender, as Sunderland are unlikely to extend his loan contract.

Tottenham
Tottenham and Barcelona are both set to hold talks this week with Leandro Damiao's agent over a EUR15 million summer move for the Brazilian.

West Brom
West Brom announced that they have released Giles Barnes, Abdoulaye Meite and Gianni Zuiverloon, but Roman Bednar and Marek Cech are staying.

West Ham
Sunderland have defended themselves against West Ham Utd's accusation that they have made an illegal approach for Senegalese striker Demba Ba.

Wigan
Liverpool are ahead of Chelsea in their battle to land Wigan Athletic midfielder James McCarthy, who is valued around GBP8 million by his club.

Wolverhampton
Birmingham defender Roger Johnson has emerged as a summer transfer target for Wolves coach Mick McCarthy, who is after two new centre-halves.

La Liga

Almeria
Almeria president Alfonso Garcia has thanked coach Robert Olabe for his work but announced that they club will have a new manager next season.

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao coach Joaquin Caparros admits he is still in the dark about his future as the club prepare for their presidential election.

Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid attacker Sergio Aguero has made it clear he expects his club to respect his desire to leave the Vicente Calderon this summer.

Barcelona
Barcelona and Tottenham are both set to hold talks this week with Leandro Damiao's agent over a EUR15 million summer move for the Brazilian.

Deportivo
Deportivo defender Alberto Lopo insisted that he has yet to make a decision about his future and claimed that it is not an easy one to make.

Espanyol
Espanyol have informed Sevilla that the Europa League club will have to pay EUR18 million for the transfer of hitman Pablo Osvaldo this summer.

Getafe
Algerian midfielder Mehdi Lacen confirmed that he has signed a four-year deal with Getafe after spending three seasons with Racing Santander.

Levante
Levante striker Felipe Caicedo admitted that the team were relieved to avoid relegation and claimed it was a spectacular season for his side.

Malaga
Malaga sports director Antonio Fernandez is optimistic about their chances of landing Ruud van Nistelrooy following a meeting with his agent.

Osasuna
Veteran striker Walter Pandiani said he understands Racing's decision not to renew his contract and reiterated his desire to return to Penarol.

Racing Santander
Algerian midfielder Mehdi Lacen confirmed that he has signed a four-year deal with Getafe after spending three seasons with Racing Santander.

Real Madrid
Atletico Madrid defender Tomas Ujfalusi has revealed that his team-mate Sergio Aguero wants to sign for city rivals Real Madrid next season.

Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have announced that Martin Lasarte will no longer be their coach, while Raul Tamudo and Diego Rivas will also leave the club.

Real Zaragoza
Real Zaragoza defender Javier Parades has urged the club only to bring in players who are willing to suffer together throughout the season.

Sevilla
Espanyol have informed Sevilla that the Europa League club will have to pay EUR18 million for the transfer of hitman Pablo Osvaldo this summer.

Sporting Gijon
Montevideo claimed Uruguayan defender Damian Suarez is very close to signing with Sporting Gijon after both clubs agreed to his transfer fee.

Valencia
Valencia coach Unai Emery is looking forward to the Champions League and has set the target of getting closer to Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Villarreal
Villarreal ace Giuseppe Rossi has expressed his desire to join Barcelona, claiming that every player dreams of wearing the Blaugrana's jersey.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan are reportedly ahead of Manchester United in the race for Fenerbahce goalkeeper Volkan Demirel, who is available for EUR15 million.

Bari
Catania sports chief Pietro Lo Monaco has reportedly identified Bari keeper Jean Francois Gillet as the ideal replacement for Mariano Andujar.

Bologna
Bologna presideng Albano Guaraldi insisted that Marco Di Vaio is not leaving the club despite being investigated for fraud against the city.

Brescia
Parma are reportedly interested in Brescia striker Davide Lanzafame and are expected to open talks with the Rondinelle in the coming weeks.

Cagliari
Cagliari are reportedly set to reignite their interest in former midfielder Daniele Dessena, following Sampdoria's relegation to the Serie B.

Catania
Catania sports chief Pietro Lo Monaco has reportedly identified Bari keeper Jean Francois Gillet as the ideal replacement for Mariano Andujar.

Cesena
Cesena are reportedly considering a move for Genoa striker Vincenzo Rennella, who has rediscovered his top form while on loan at Grasshopper.

Chievo
It was reported that Chievo are currently tracking Bordeaux defender Benoit Tremoulinas following his performance for Les Girondins this term.

Fiorentina
Fiorentina winger Mario Alberto Santana could be playing his football at Napoli's San Paolo next season and earning EUR1 million per season.

Genoa
Marco Borriello's agent has categorically dismissed the notion that Roma would buy the striker and then quickly sell him to Genoa this summer.

Inter Milan
Coach Luciano Spalletti has reportedly asked Zenit St Petersburg to initiate contacts with Inter Milan for the August transfer of Thiago Motta.

Juventus
Reto Ziegler is close to leaving Sampdoria for Juventus on a free transfer, as the left-back is set to undergo a medical at the Turin side.

Lazio
Mattia Cassani's agent has confirmed that Lazio are after the Palermo right-back but the move will reportedly hinge on Stephan Lichtsteiner.

Lecce
It was reported that Mimmo Di Carlo is leading Sannino, Atzori and Montella as the number one candidate to replace De Canio as Lecce's manager.

Napoli
Fiorentina winger Mario Alberto Santana could be playing his football at Napoli's San Paolo next season and earning EUR1 million per season.

Palermo
Mattia Cassani's agent has confirmed that Lazio are after the Palermo right-back but the move will reportedly hinge on Stephan Lichtsteiner.

Parma
Parma are reportedly interested in Brescia striker Davide Lanzafame and are expected to open talks with the Rondinelle in the coming weeks.

Roma
Roma are reportedly interested in the services of Fulham centre back Philippe Senderos, who could be allowed to leave for around EUR3 million.

Sampdoria
Giampaolo Pazzini insisted that Sampdoria showed no urgency to extend his contract and did not oppose his move when Inter Milan made their bid.

Udinese
Luciano Spalletti has reportedly asked Zenit St Petersburg to initiate contacts with Udinese for the transfer of Antonio Di Natale in August.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Arsenal CEO Ivan Gazidis have announced a pre-season tour of Asia in July which will take them to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Hangzhou, China.

Aston Villa
Getafe are hoping to raise around EUR8 million from the transfer of midfielder Derek Boateng to Aston Villa during the summer transfer window.

Birmingham
Chairman Peter Pannu insists Birmingham will not sell any of their leading players on the cheap following relegation from the Premier League.

Blackburn
Blackburn manager Steve Keane expects some new faces at the Ewood Park this summer following a positive talks with the club's owners Venky's.

Blackpool
Fulham and Sunderland target DJ Campbell has a release clause allowing him to leave Blackpool for only GBP1.25 million, according to reports.

Bolton
Bolton midfielder Gavin McCann has announced his retirement from football at the age of 33 following a 16-month absence with an ankle injury.

Chelsea
Marseille director Jose Anigo has fuelled reports that Didier Deschamps could be a target for Chelsea following the exit of Carlo Ancelotti.

Everton
Phil Jagielka admits Everton will continue to find it hard competing with England's big spenders next season but hopes to build on seventh.

Fulham
Fulham and Sunderland target DJ Campbell has a release clause allowing him to leave Blackpool for only GBP1.25 million, according to reports.

Liverpool
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will not change his style of play after his injuries and is confident he will be back to his best next season.

Manchester City
Aston Villa are planning a move for out-of-favour Manchester City defender Wayne Bridge in a bid to solve their problematic left-back spot.

Manchester United
It was reported that Atletico Madrid goalkeeper David de Gea will be unveiled next week as Manchester United player for around GBP17 million.

Newcastle
Newcastle coach Alan Pardew is likely to try out Xisco in the club's summer friendly programme following his return from Deportivo La Coruna.

Stoke City
Stoke City's newly-crowned Player of the Year Robert Huth believes that the Potters' memorable season has changed people's opinion of the Club.

Sunderland
Coach Steve Bruce has confirmed Sunderland will be looking at Bosman signings, with Birmingham's Sebastian Larsson understood to be a target.

Tottenham
PSV Eindhoven sports chief Marcel Brands has claimed that Tottenham goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes wants to return to his former club this summer.

West Brom
Peter Odemwingie's agent says the Nigerian striker is happy at West Brom and ready to start negotiations over a new contract at The Hawthorns.

West Ham
West Ham Utd have reportedly offered a new deal to Jonathan Spector, meanwhile, Kieron Dyer and Matthew Upson have not been offered new deals.

Wigan
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has confirmed that James McCarthy will miss the Republic of Ireland's Nations Cup campaign with an ankle injury.

Wolverhampton
Karl Henry is confident Wolves will keep hold of Matt Jarvis and their other key players after avoiding relegation from the Premier League.

La Liga

Athletic Bilbao
Midfielder Ander Herrera claimed that the EUR8.5 million paid by Athletic Bilbao for his transfer will not put extra pressure on his shoulder.

Atletico Madrid
It was reported that Atletico Madrid keeper David de Gea will be unveiled in the near future as Manchester Utd player for around GBP17 million.

Barcelona
Coach Pep Guardiola feels Manchester Utd will have a slight advantage playing at Wembley as it is the same as a home game for the English side.

Deportivo
Coach Miguel Angel Lotina has declared that he will be taking some time off from football, after Deportivo confirmed his sacking from the club.

Espanyol
AC Milan defender Didac Vila could be loaned to his former side Espanyol for next season after making just one Serie A appearance for the club.

Getafe
Getafe are hoping to raise around EUR8 million from the transfer of midfielder Derek Boateng to Aston Villa during the summer transfer window.

Hercules
Hercules defender Abraham Paz has revealed an offer from AEK but does not rule out staying at Jose Rico Perez if the club are ambitious enough.

Malaga
Malaga are interested in the services of Ruud Van Nistelrooy, who has expressed his desire to conclude his career in either England or Spain.

Osasuna
Osasuna announced that striker Walter Pandiani and defender Josetxo are no longer with the club following the termination of the contracts.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid midfielder Sergio Canales is reportedly close to joining Villarreal, who are willing to pay around EUR10 million for the transfer.

Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad Jokin Aperribay will announce this week whether the club will keep Martin Lasarte for another season or to bring in a new coach.

Sevilla
New Sevilla midfielder Piotr Trochowski admits he is proud to join a European giants after agreeing to a five-year contract at the Pizjuan.

Sporting Gijon
Head coach Manuel Preciado believes Sporting are only missing three of four touches for next season and is not worried about losing Jose Angel.

Valencia
France international Adil Rami is eagerly anticipating his summer transfer to La Liga side Valencia after agreeing to the move last January.

Villarreal
Real Madrid midfielder Sergio Canales is reportedly close to joining Villarreal, who are willing to pay around EUR10 million for the transfer.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan defender Didac Vila could be loaned to his former side Espanyol for next season after making just one Serie A appearance for the club.

Bari
Bari defender Simone Bentivoglio has informed the Galletti that he will not follow them into Serie B and will return to his parent club Chievo.

Bologna
Bologna reportedly have joined Brescia, Atalanta, Udinese and Chievo in the race for the signature of Cittadella striker Federico Piovaccari.

Brescia
Veteran Brescia striker Andrea Caracciolo is reportedly very close to completing a EUR5 million summer transfer to Ukrainian side Dynamo Kiev.

Cagliari
Cagliari president Massimo Cellino believes skeptical supporters have not been helpful in empowering the players to do their best for the club.

Cesena
Cesena president Igor Campedelli could offer Sampdoria striker Nicola Pozzi a lifeline, as the Seahorses plan their second season in Serie A.

Chievo
Bari defender Simone Bentivoglio has informed the Galletti that he will not follow them into Serie B and will return to his parent club Chievo.

Fiorentina
Brescia midfielder Alessandro Diamanti would welcome a return to Fiorentina and admits that he would love to be reunited with Valon Behrami.

Genoa
Bayern Munich are considering a bid for Genoa defender Rafinha after the Bavarians were priced out of the move for Fabio Coentrao of Benfica.

Inter Milan
Inter have reportedly offered EUR20 million, plus McDonald Mariga and Joel Obi, as well as the loan of Coutinho for Alexis Sanchez of Udinese.

Juventus
Winger Sebastian Giovinco has no intention of returning to parent club Juventus this summer and is 99 per cent sure he can remain with Parma.

Lazio
Lazio boss Edy Reja is dreaming of having Alberto Gilardino, Miroslav Klose or Maxi Lopez to be lined up alongside Mauro Zarate next season.

Napoli
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has revealed his intention to bring in four new players and confirmed Maggio and Santacroce will remain.

Parma
Winger Sebastian Giovinco has no intention of returning to parent club Juventus this summer and is 99 per cent sure he can remain with Parma.

Roma
Daniele De Rossi has reportedly told his Roma teammates that he would not be leaving despite interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City.

Sampdoria
Cesena president Igor Campedelli could offer Sampdoria striker Nicola Pozzi a lifeline, as the Seahorses plan their second season in Serie A.

Udinese
Udinese coach Francesco Guidolin believes owner Giampaolo Pozzo will resist all offers for their stars as they head into the Champions League.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

EPL

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Arsenal
Nicklas Bendtner has told Arsene Wenger he wants to leave Arsenal this summer, with Bayern Munich reportedly to be his preferred destination.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa chiefs will reportedly await the results of medical tests early next week before deciding on the future of manager Gerard Houllier.

Birmingham
Young Birmingham City defender Scott Dann is thought to be high on the list of Liverpool head coach Kenny Dalglish's summer transfer targets.

Blackburn
Blackburn manager Steve Kean wants to retain the services of on-loan Schalke midfielder Jermaine Jones as he looks to strengthen his squad.

Blackpool
Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston insists that the squad will not be torn apart and Ian Holloway is set to stay despite having their wages halved.

Bolton
Johan Elmander reckons his Reebok career was finished the moment Bolton failed to improve a contract offer they made at the end of last year.

Chelsea
It was reported that out-of-work Marco van Basten would welcome the opportunity to discuss becoming Carlo Ancelotti's successor at Chelsea.

Everton
Everton head coach David Moyes has declared himself happy with seventh in the Premier League and commited himself to the club for next season.

Fulham
Head coach Mark Hughes remains hopeful Zoltan Gera will decide to stay at Fulham, but confirmed John Pantsil is likely to leave the Cottagers.

Liverpool
Young Birmingham City defender Scott Dann is thought to be high on the list of Liverpool head coach Kenny Dalglish's summer transfer targets.

Manchester City
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini wants to get his transfer business done early this summer as he plots a Premier League title challenge.

Manchester United
Midfielder Darren Fletcher insists he feels ready to play a part in Manchester United's UEFA Champions League final clash against Barcelona.

Newcastle
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew seems to have no intention of allowing Fraser Forster to return to Celtic after criticising the standard of the SPL.

Stoke City
Tony Pulis wants Stoke to start building on the progress they have made this season - their best term since reaching the top flight in 2008.

Sunderland
Veteran Dutch midfielder Boudewijn Zenden says he could be convinced by Sunderland to change his mind over a potential departure from the club.

Tottenham
Tottenham midfielder Giovani dos Santos would not rule out a return to Racing Santander, although his EUR8 million fee is big stumbling block.

West Brom
West Brom have confirmed the signing of central defender Gareth McAuley on a free transfer from Ipswich, handing him a three-year contract.

West Ham
West Ham co-owners David Gold and David Sullivan have made Cardiff manager Dave Jones their leading target to succeed Avram Grant next season.

Wigan
Roberto Martinez is ready for the reality of having to sell off some of his big-names despite Wigan having secured Premier League survival.

Wolverhampton
Jamie O'Hara wants to make permanent his move from Tottenham to Wolverhampton after helping the club avoid relegation from the Premier League.

La Liga

Almeria
Almeria goalkeeper Esteban Andres Suarez is delighted to extend his contract for two more season despite his limited opportunity at the club.

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao have confirmed that defender Aitor Ocio has renewed his contract for another season after making 119 appearences for the club.

Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid coach Quique Sanchez Flores has confirmed that Sergio Aguero and Diego Forlan will not face Alcorcon in a friendly on Tuesday.

Barcelona
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has described Manchester Utd as one of the best teams in the world ahead of their Champions League final clash.

Deportivo
Deportivo La Coruna playmaker Juan Carlos Valeron has stated that the Galicians will do their utmost to return to La Liga again next season.

Espanyol
Real Madrid have confirmed their third summer signing -Espanyol forward Jose Maria Callejon, who penned a five-year contract at the Bernabeu.

Getafe
Espanyol have confirmed the arrivals of Uruguayan striker Juan Angel Albin from Getafe, who penned five-year contract at the Cornella El-Prat.

Levante
Levante defender Nano is delighted after extending his contract for another year, hailing it as the perfect icing to on an important season.

Malaga
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini has reportedly ready to splash the club's new cash by bringing in Porto defender Nicolas Otamendi this summer.

Osasuna
Osasuna defender Sergio Fernandez has automatically extend his contract for another year after the club confirmed their Primera Liga status.

Racing Santander
Tottenham midfielder Giovani dos Santos would not rule out a return to Racing Santander, although his EUR8 million fee is big stumbling block.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid have confirmed their third summer signing -Espanyol forward Jose Maria Callejon, who penned a five-year contract at the Bernabeu.

Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca striker Pierre Webo is demanding a three-year contract extension at the club or he will consider other offers this summer market.

Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have confirmed that captain Mikel Aranburu has a fractured kneecap and will not be available for the Basque-Estonia friendly tie.

Sevilla
Sevilla have announced the capture of Getafe midfielders Manu del Moral, who signed a four-year contract to play at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan.

Sporting Gijon
Sporting Gijon defender Jose Angel is set to complete his EUR4 million move to Barcelona once the youngster completes his medical at Camp Nou.

Valencia
Internacional goalkeeper Renan Brito has no intention to return to parent club Valencia and hopes that Los Che will be sensible to let him go.

Villarreal
Villarreal boss Juan Carlos Garrido does not rule out the sale of Giuseppe Rossi this summer should an important offer arrives for the striker.

Serie A

AC Milan
Milan vice president Adriano Galliani is confident that veteran midfielder Gennaro Gattuso will still be at the club for the 2011-12 season.

Bari
Bari director Guido Angelozzi admits the relegated Biancorossi have yet to make a decision on who will take charge of the squad next season.

Bologna
Parma are reportedly keen on signing Bologna defender Vangelis Moras this summer market, and are already in advance talk with the Rossoblu.

Brescia
Brescia consultant Gigi Maifredi has confirmed that the club have made their entire team available for transfer following their relegation.

Cagliari
Midfielder Radja Nainggolan admitted Cagliari were lacking freshness in the last two months of the season but hopes to do better next year.

Catania
Catania goalkeeper Andrea Campagnolo has declared his desire to play more games next season either with the Rossazzurri or in another team.

Cesena
Cesena coach Massimo Ficcadenti admitted his players' level of concentration dropped against Genoa, after a week of celebrating their safety.

Chievo
Chievo captain Sergio Pellissier admitted that he did not expect that they would have such a good season finale against Palermo last Sunday.

Fiorentina
Riccardo Montolivo has confirmed that he won’t sign a contract extension at Fiorentina - but he is ready to stay at the club until June 2012.

Genoa
Genoa defender Domenico Criscito is happy at the club but he will talk to the president first if he received an irresistable offer this summer.

Inter Milan
Striker Giampaolo Pazzini thinks his 11 goals in 17 league games since January are prove enough that he belongs at a club like Inter Milan.

Juventus
Bayern Munich midfielder Franck Ribery has been linked with Juventus after the club announced that they want to make some top class signings.

Lazio
Lazio head coach Edy Reja has silenced speculation regarding his future after declaring that he is staying with the Biancoceleste next season.

Lecce
The Semeraro family have announced their intention to sell Lecce after 16 years at the helm of the club, although no price have been set yet.

Napoli
Juventus have reportedly reached an agreement with Napoli star Michele Pazienza, who will be earning EUR1.1 million per season at Bianconeri.

Palermo
Atalanta are reportedly set to land Palermo midfielder Pajtim Kasami on loan next season, as the Orobici plan their assault on the Serie A.

Parma
Parma are reportedly keen on signing Bologna defender Vangelis Moras this summer market, and are already in advance talk with the Rossoblu.

Roma
AS Roma captain Francesco Totti would like to see head coach Carlo Ancelotti considered for the Giallorossi job after his sacking at Chelsea.

Sampdoria
Bologna are reportedly interested in acquiring the services of Sampdoria's Jonathan Biabiany, who could join the Rossoblu on loan next season.

Udinese
Udinese President Giampaolo Pozzo admits some of his stars could leave, but reveals they have rejected a EUR35 million bid for Alexis Sanchez.

Monday, May 23, 2011

La Liga

Arsenal
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admitted it was an average game by his side versus Fulham and was disappointed to finish the season in fourth place.

Aston Villa
Assistant coach Gary McAllister was delighted with Aston Villa's ninth-place finish and is confident of keeping Downing and Young at the club.

Birmingham
Birmingham head coach Alex McLeish was 'pretty gutted' after his team lost their battle against relegation following the defeat to Tottenham.

Blackburn
Blackburn head coach Steve Kean felt his side's first-half display in the victory over Wolves was the best the team have played all season.

Blackpool
Blackpool manager Ian Holloway paid tribute to the performance his players gave at Old Trafford as they lost their battle to avoid relegation.

Bolton
Bolton boss Owen Coyle was disappointed to see his side blow their hopes of a top half finish but believes the future is bright for Trotters.

Chelsea
Chelsea head coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted his side lacked motivation as they were beaten by a more vibrant Everton team at Goodison Park.

Everton
Everton boss David Moyes admitted he was very pleased with his side's performance in the win over Chelsea, even after they were down to 10 men.

Fulham
Fulham head coach Mark Hughes is hoping that Zoltan Gera's red card in the draw against Arsenal has not scuppered their Europa League dream.

Liverpool
After the defeat to Aston Villa, Kenny Dalglish accepts Liverpool's poor start to the season cost them the chance of qualifying for Europe.

Manchester City
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini was relieved to secure a top-three place by beating Bolton and avoid Champions League qualifying stage.

Manchester United
Manchester Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson praised Blackpool's attractive football and believes their relegation is a loss for the Premier League.

Newcastle
Head coach Alan Pardew was forcing himself to remain positive after seeing Newcastle throw away a top-10 finish in the draw against West Brom.

Stoke City
Stoke boss Tony Pulis insisted Wigan players 'rode their luck' to claim the points they needed to secure another season in the Premier League.

Sunderland
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce was delighted with his side performance in the win over West Ham and for finishing the season above Newcastle.

Tottenham
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp says this season has been 'as good as it can get' for Tottenham fans, following the win which relegated Birmingham.

West Brom
West Brom coach Roy Hodgson admitted that he may have overlooked Somen Tchoyi this season, following his performance in the draw at Newcastle.

West Ham
After the defeat to Sunderland, West Ham caretaker boss Kevin Keen insists he still wants the job on a permanent basis as it is 'in his blood.'

Wigan
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez hailed his side's great escape from relegation, declaring after the Latics' win at Stoke was like winning a trophy.

Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton head coach Mick McCarthy admitted that he was emotionally drained after his side avoided relegation despite losing to Blackburn.

La Liga

Almeria
Almeria head coach Robert Olabe said it was a sad game against Barcelona as his team never believed they could get anything at the Bernabeu.

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao boss Joaquin Caparros was delighted to secure a direct ticket to the Europa League despite having to suffer until the last day.

Atletico Madrid
Quique Sanchez Flores has thanked all his players for their sacrifice during his time on the bench and believes Atletico have a great future.

Barcelona
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has promised the most attractive game for their clash against Manchester Utd as the whole world will be watching.

Deportivo
Miguel Angel Lotina believes Deportivo did not deserve to be relegated and laments that luck deserted them in the final month of the season.

Espanyol
Espanyol head coach Mauricio Pochettino is thrilled by the club's progress this season and declared his team as their best in the last decade.

Getafe
Getafe president Angel Torres hinted that Michel could remain as coach next season as they wait the confirmation from Royal Emirates Group.

Hercules
Hercules head coach Miroslav Djukic has thanked his squad for their efforts this season except for one player, who is not worth mentioning.

Levante
Levante coach Luis Garcia Plaza was pleased with their achievements this season and believes it will be long remembered for its difficulty.

Malaga
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini admitted the club's growth would have suffered a major blow if they have been relegated from the Primera Liga.

Osasuna
Osasuna boss Jose Luis Mendilibar admitted the 8 wins in the last 15 games helped his side to build the belief that they can beat Villarreal.

Racing Santander
Racing Santander boss Marcelino Garcia Toral admitted he was pleased with the way his team played against Bilbao and with their overall season.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has opted to go to the CAS to appeal the five-match suspension imposed on him by UEFA following his outburst.

Real Mallorca
Mallorca coach Michael Laudrup said it was not the finish that he was looking for and urged his team to learn from their mistakes this season.

Real Sociedad
Sociedad boss Martin Lasarte was very pleased to avoid relegation as 85 per cent of his players never played in the La Liga before this season.

Real Zaragoza
After securing their La Liga status, Real Zaragoza coach Javier Aguirre admitted it was the fate of his team to suffer throughout the season.

Sevilla
Sevilla have reportedly made an offer to former Chile tactician Marcelo Bielsa to take over the coaching position and are waiting his reply.

Sporting Gijon
Sporting Gijon coach Manuel Preciado has declared that the club can go 'to the end of the world' with the young players they have in the squad.

Valencia
Valencia head coach Unai Emery was sadden after seeing Deportivo relegated by his men, but says it is the reality of cut and thrust football.

Villarreal
Villarreal head coach Juan Carlos Garrido insisted that his team did what they could but were surprised by a well-organised Osasuna defense.

Serie A

AC Milan
AC Milan failed to score for the second time in five Serie A games to register their sixth away draw following the fixture against Udinese.

Bari
Francesco Grandolfo scored his third Serie A goal of the season as Bari registered their third away victory following the match versus Bologna.

Bologna
Francesco Grandolfo scored his third Serie A goal of the season to condemned Bologna to their fifth home defeat following the visit of Bari.

Brescia
Pietro Accardi scored his first Serie A goal of the season as Brescia registered their fifth home draw following the match against Fiorentina.

Cagliari
Young Swiss defender Rolf Feltscher scored an own goal to allow Cagliari to register their third home draw following the match against Parma.

Catania
Giampaolo Pazzini scored his 17th Serie A goal of the season to condemned Catania to their 12th away defeat following the match against Inter.

Cesena
Rodrigo Palacio scored his ninth Serie A goal of the season to condemned Cesena to their 10th away defeat following the match against Genoa.

Chievo
Kevin Constant scored his second Serie A goal of the season as Chievo registerered their fifth away victory following the match versus Palermo.

Fiorentina
Alessio Cerci scored his seventh Serie A goal of the season as Fiorentina registered their ninth away draw following the match against Brescia.

Genoa
Rodrigo Palacio scored his ninth Serie A goal of the season as Genoa registered their 10th home victory following the match against Cesena.

Inter Milan
Giampaolo Pazzini scored his 17th Serie A goal of the season as Inter registered their 15th home victory following the match against Catania.

Juventus
Alessandro Matri scored his 20th Serie A goal of the season as Juventus registered their sixth home draw following the match against Napoli.

Lazio
Mauro Zarate scored his ninth Serie A goal of the season as Lazio registered their seventh away victory following the fixture against Lecce.

Lecce
Mauro Zarate scored his ninth Serie A goal of the season to condemned Lecce to their seventh home defeat following the match against Lazio.

Napoli
Cristiano Lucarelli scored his first Serie A goal of the season as Napoli registered their third away draw following the match versus Juventus.

Palermo
Kevin Constant scored his second Serie A goal of the season to condemned Palermo to their fifth home defeat following the match against Chievo.

Parma
Valeri Bojinov scored his third Serie A goal of the campaign as Parma registered their sixth away draw following the match against Cagliari.

Roma
Mirko Vucinic scored his 10th Serie A goal of the season as AS Roma registered their 11th home victory following the match against Sampdoria.

Sampdoria
Mirko Vucinic scored his 10th Serie A goal of the season to condemned Sampdoria to their 10th away defeat following the match against AS Roma.

Udinese
Udinese failed to score for the second time in five Serie A games to register their fourth home draw following the fixture against AC Milan.

Sunday, May 22, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Defiant Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger maintains the Gunners have a 'strong base' from which to build a sustained challenge for honours next term.

Aston Villa
Aston Villa are set to bid for Birmingham's GBP10 million goalkeeper Ben Foster this summer if the Blues are relegated from Premier League.

Birmingham
Lee Bowyer will decide whether or not to extend his stay at Birmingham City for another season based upon his prospects of first-team football.

Blackburn
Michel Salgado believes Blackburn's pursuit of David Beckham and Ronaldinho is the reason the club now find themselves in a relegation fight.

Blackpool
Blackpool striker DJ Campbell hopes to be in the running for an international call-up ahead of England's game against Switzerland next month.

Bolton
Bolton head coach Owen Coyle is aiming to use the funds freed up by Johan Elmander's imminent departure to bring in 'exciting young players'.

Chelsea
Chelsea head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted Blues' indifferent form this season could be down to his tinkering with the squad's formation.

Everton
Everton coach David Moyes is keen to bring in players that will ensure his squad are capable of making a positive start to the next campaign.

Fulham
Mark Hughes believes Fulham will have an advantage in the transfer market this summer if the Cottagers secure a Europa League place on Sunday.

Liverpool
Jose Enrique could be on his way out of Newcastle Utd this summer if he refuses to sign a new contract, with Liverpool his top destination.

Manchester City
Celta Vigo announced that the club have reached an agreement to sell highly rated teenager Denis Suarez to Manchester City for EUR1 million.

Manchester United
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand believes Wayne Rooney's decision to stay at the club has been key to their Premier League success.

Newcastle
Jose Enrique could be on his way out of Newcastle Utd this summer if he refuses to sign a new contract, with Liverpool his top destination.

Stoke City
Stoke City coach Tony Pulis says the Football Association could be on 'sticky ground' if the organisation is dictating what managers can say.

Sunderland
Steve Bruce has blamed himself for Sunderland's stuttering form and admits the last three months have been the most difficult in his career.

Tottenham
It is rumoured that AC Milan will use Mathieu Flamini as bait in order to lure Tottenham into releasing midfielder Sandro to the San Siro side.

West Brom
West Bromwich Albion head coach Roy Hodgson wants his team to end the season as the Midlands' top-ranked club for the first time in 32 years.

West Ham
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has hinted West Ham midfielder Scott Parker is a summer transfer target after praising his leadership qualities.

Wigan
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez expects to keep the majority of his squad together regardless of what division they are playing in next season.

Wolverhampton
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has vowed to target the top ten in the Premier League next season if his side avoid relegation against Blackburn.

La Liga

Almeria
Kalu Uche scored his seventh Primera Liga goal of the season as Almeria registered their 14th away defeat following the match at Real Madrid.

Athletic Bilbao
Fernando Llorente scored his 18th Primera Division goal as Athletic Bilbao finished the season in sixth place following the win over Racing.

Atletico Madrid
Sergio Aguero scored his 20th Primera Liga goal as Atletico Madrid finished the season in seventh place following the match against Mallorca.

Barcelona
Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola has admitted that to finish a Primera Liga season with 96 points is 'outrageous' following the win over Malaga.

Deportivo
Striker Aritz Aduriz scored his 10th goal of the season to condemned Deportivo to Primera Liga relegation following the match against Valencia.

Espanyol
Striker Pablo Daniel Osvaldo scored his 13th Primera Liga goal as Espanyol ended the season in eighth place following the defeat to Sevilla.

Getafe
Defender Daniel Diaz scored his first goal as Getafe secured another season in the Primera Division following the draw against Real Sociedad.

Hercules
Hercules failed to score for the first time in five Primera Liga games to register their fifth home draw following the match against Sporting.

Levante
Christian Stuani scored his eighth Primera Division goal as Levante finished the season in 14th place following the defeat to Real Zaragoza.

Malaga
Sebastian Fernandez scored his seventh Primera Division goal as Malaga finished the season in 11th place following the defeat to Barcelona.

Osasuna
Alvaro Cejudo scored his second Primera Division goal as Osasuna finished the season in ninth place following the match against Villarreal.

Racing Santander
Fernando Llorente scored his 18th La Liga goal of the season to condemned Racing to their fifth home defeat following the match against Bilbao.

Real Madrid
Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo scores his 40th goal to break Pichichi record and become highest goalscorer in a single La Liga season.

Real Mallorca
Pierre Webo scored his 11th Primera Liga goal as Real Mallorca finished the season in 17th place following the defeat to Atletico de Madrid.

Real Sociedad
Francisco Sutil scored his second Primera Division goal as Real Sociedad finished the season in 15th place following the draw against Getafe.

Real Zaragoza
Gabi Fernandez scored his 10th goal of the campaign as Real Zaragoza secured another season in the Primera Liga following the win over Levante.

Sevilla
Alvaro Negredo scored his 20th La Liga goal of the season as Sevilla registered their seventh away victory following the match versus Espanyol.

Sporting Gijon
Sporting failed to score for the third time in five Primera Liga games to register their eighth away draw following the match against Hercules.

Valencia
Aritz Aduriz scored his 10th Primera Division goal of the season as Valencia registered their 11th away win following the match at Deportivo.

Villarreal
Alvaro Cejudo scored his second La Liga goal of the season to condemned Villarreal to their ninth away defeat following the match at Osasuna.

Serie A

AC Milan
Massimiliano Allegri declared that AC Milan will give their all against Udinese and promised Andrea Pirlo's replacement will be world class.

Bari
Bari coach Bortolo Mutti insisted that he does not regret joining the club and that he is satisfied with the work product but not the results.

Bologna
It was reported that Villarreal have joined Barcelona, Inter and Manchester City in the race for the signature of Gaston Ramirez from Bologna.

Brescia
It was reported that Genoa have identified Brescia defender Gaetano Berardi as possible replacement for Rafinha, who is joining Bayern Munich.

Cagliari
Cagliari coach Roberto Donadoni wants his team to end the season in the right way on Sunday following their recent disappointing performances.

Catania
Empoli sports director Pino Vitale has confirmed that the club will sell their rights on Francesco Lodi if the player wants to stay at Catania.

Cesena
Cesena midfielder Marco Parolo is still uncertain where he will be playing next season but claimed that he is fine at the club and in the city.

Chievo
Chievo keeper Stefano Sorrentino insisted Roma have never tried to get him despite having his name linked to the club in the last 3 seasons.

Fiorentina
Good news for Malaga, Napoli, Fulham and AS Roma as target Mario Santana can move for free after Fiorentina decided not to renew his contract.

Genoa
It was reported that Genoa have identified Brescia defender Gaetano Berardi as possible replacement for Rafinha, who is joining Bayern Munich.

Inter Milan
Inter defender Cristian Chivu has announced his retirement from international duty with Romania following injuries and surgery in recent years.

Juventus
Juventus will have a new head coach for next season, but Antonio Conte insists he has not signed anything yet and is still in charge of Siena.

Lazio
Lazio coach Edy Reja is refusing to talk about the club's future plans and underlined that they are still fighting for a Champions League spot.

Lecce
Lecce President Pierandrea Semeraro says he is 'disappointed, but understands' why Coach Gigi De Canio decided to leave the club after Sunday.

Napoli
Walter Mazzarri has reassured Napoli fans that most likely he will be leading the Partenopei's campaign in the Champions League next season.

Palermo
Palermo president Maurizio Zamparini insisted that he has yet to decide on Delio Rossi's future but will not rule out his stay at the club.

Parma
Veteran striker Hernan Crespo has declared that his priority is to remain at Parma and is optimistic about ahead of his meeting with the club.

Roma
Manager Vincenzo Montella has not lost hope of staying on the Roma bench next year as he do not think a decision on his future has been made.

Sampdoria
Sampdoria head coach Alberto Cavasin is facing with defensive crisis ahead of the clash against Roma as Lucchini and Gastaldello are missing.

Udinese
Udinese coach Francesco Guidolin has included Alexis Sanchez is in the squad for the vital game versus Milan despite a recurring ankle problem.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

EPL

Arsenal
Brazilian midfielder Denilson has stunned Arsenal by announcing that he wishes to leave the club after five years without winning a trophy.

Aston Villa
Gary McAllister insists that Aston Villa are doing everything they can to retain Ashley Young, and will not be letting him go without a fight.

Birmingham
Head coach Alex McLeish remains confident Birmingham can stay in the Premier League but is wary of sending them out on the attack at Tottenham.

Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers head coach Steve Kean insists the word 'relegation' was never mentioned at a meeting with the club's Indian owners this week.

Blackpool
Coach Ian Holloway insists that Blackpool will survive financially even if they are relegated - but it would feel like 'the end of the world.'

Bolton
Bolton Wanderers boss Owen Coyle is proud of the progress the club has made under his stewardship and hopes to continue improving next season.

Chelsea
Coach Carlo Ancelotti has reiterated that he will get over it Chelsea sack him after their clash against Everton, but he would like to stay on.

Everton
Everton manager David Moyes believes 7th place in the Premier League could be as good as it gets unless the club invests heavily in the market.

Fulham
Mark Hughes admits Fulham have exceeded all expectations as they go into the clash versus Arsenal with a chance of finishing 7th in the league.

Liverpool
Liverpool coach Kenny Dalglish has stated he will not disrespect his squad by bringing in sub-standard signings in the summer transfer window.

Manchester City
Emmanuel Adebayor is willing to take a wage cut to stay at Real Madrid and hopes parent club Manchester City will lower their asking price.

Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson said Manchester Utd will deserve to be censured should they field a weakened side against Blackpool – but only if they lose.

Newcastle
Boss Alan Pardew has set his sight on ending Newcastle's trophy drought next season after seeing them cement their place in the Premier League.

Stoke City
Stoke head coach Tony Pulis hit out at the FA after some of Potters players were made to undergo a drug test the day before the FA Cup final.

Sunderland
Sunderland coach Steve Bruce admits the thought that five teams are still fighting against relegation on the last day of the season is scary.

Tottenham
Coach Fred Rutten is reportedly keen to bring Heurelho Gomes back to PSV but his GBP50,000 per week at Tottenham is a major stumbling block.

West Brom
West Brom assistant manager Michael Appleton is relieved to be watching this Sunday's Premier League relegation shoot-out from a safe distance.

West Ham
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle has ruled himself out of the running for the West Ham Utd hotseat, insisting that the timing is not right.

Wigan
Wigan head coach Roberto Martinez expects nerves to affect his relegation-threatened side heading into their decisive final game this weekend.

Wolverhampton
Wolves boss Mick McCarthy says he is thriving on the pressure of battling for Premier League survival ahead of Sunday's clash with Blackburn.

La Liga

Almeria
Almeria are hoping to avoid their first defeat in three games when they take on Real Madrid, who are looking to register their 16th home win.

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao coach Joaquin Caparros has made it clear that the whistles and boos aimed at him last week only served to motivate him further.

Atletico Madrid
Striker Eduardo Salvio is hoping to earn a spot in Atletico de Madrid's first team next season after having a great year on loan at Benfica.

Barcelona
Barcelona are keeping a close watch on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Gotze, who has made it clear that he is not leaving anytime soon.

Deportivo
Deportivo are confident of picking up points for the fourth consecutive games when they face Valencia, who are looking for their 11th away win.

Espanyol
Espanyol coach Mauricio Pochettino has dropped Carlos Kameni from his squad to face Sevilla after he criticised the club's lack of ambition.

Getafe
Getafe are hoping to register their second consecutive victories when they take on Sociedad, who are keen to avoid their seventh home defeat.

Hercules
New York Red Bulls are keen on the services of David Trezeguet and the American are set to open talks with Hercules after the season is over.

Levante
Levante are hoping to pick up points for the third consecutive games when they take on Zaragoza, who are keen to avoid their 11th away defeat.

Malaga
Malaga midfielder Julio Baptista is delighted to return to top form after a number of season and insisted leaving Roma was not a step back.

Osasuna
Osasuna are keen to register their fourth win in five games when they take on Villarreal, who are determined to avoid their ninth away defeat.

Racing Santander
Racing are keen to register their fourth victory in five games when they take on Bilbao, who are determined to avoid their 11th away defeat.

Real Madrid
Emmanuel Adebayor is willing to take a wage cut to stay at Real Madrid and hopes parent club Manchester City will lower their asking price.

Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca are desperate to register their first win in five games when they face Atletico, who are keen to avoid their ninth away defeat.

Real Sociedad
Sociedad are keen to avoid their seventh home defeat when they take on Getafe, who are hoping to register their second consecutive victories.

Real Zaragoza
Zaragoza are keen to avoid their 11th away defeat when they take on Levante, who are hoping to pick up points for the third consecutive games.

Sevilla
Sevilla are reportedly interested in Ajax striker Mounir El Hamdaoui, who could leave the Amsterdam side this summer for just EUR5 million.

Sporting Gijon
Sporting are hoping to register their third away victory when they take on Hercules, who are keen to avoid their third defeat in five games.

Valencia
Inter Milan have reportedly turned their attention to Ever Banega, and are prepared to make a EUR8 million bid for the Valencia midfielder.

Villarreal
Manager Juan Carlos Garrido said all the teams involved in the relegation battle can count on Villarreal to give their all against Osasuna.

Serie A

AC Milan
Milan are waiting to hear Clarence Seedorf's decision but director Ariedo Braida believes it will be hard for the veteran to leave the club.

Bari
Bari defender Andrea Masiello could be reunited with Antonio Conte in the summer if the head coach completes his proposed move to Juventus.

Bologna
Bologna are hoping to pick up points for the third consecutive games when they take on Bari, who are looking to avoid the 14th away defeat.

Brescia
Brescia are hoping to avoid their third consecutive defeats when they take on Fiorentina, who are looking to register their fourth away win.

Cagliari
Cagliari are desperate to avoid their fifth consecutive defeats when they take on Parma, who are looking to register their fifth away victory.

Catania
Catania are confident of picking up points for the fourth consecutive games when they take on Inter, who are looking for their 15th home win.

Cesena
Coach Massimo Ficcadenti will leave Cesena by mutual consent at the end of the season despite keeping them in Serie A, the club have announced.

Chievo
Chievo boss Stefano Pioli has confirmed that he has held discussions with sporting director Walter Sabatini about becoming the new Roma coach.

Fiorentina
Fiorentina head coach Sinisa Mihajlovic has set his sights on Milan striker Antonio Cassano and could offer Adrian Mutu to sweeten the deal.

Genoa
Genoa President Enrico Preziosi is 90 per cent sure Kevin-Prince Boateng will stay at Milan and admits Diego Milito would not be returning.

Inter Milan
Inter Milan have reportedly turned their attention to Ever Banega, and are prepared to make a EUR8 million bid for the Valencia midfielder.

Juventus
Siena President Massimo Mezzaroma says it would be stupid and wrong to try and block Coach Antonio Conte's proposed summer switch to Juventus.

Lazio
Lazio are reportedly close to completing their first deal for the summer market as Young Boys midfielder Senad Lulic is set to join the club.

Lecce
Lecce are confident of registering their third consecutive victories when they take on Lazio, who are hoping to avoid their 10th away defeat.

Napoli
Thiago Motta's agent said the Inter midfielder's wages of EUR3 million per season is too expensive for Napoli after reports of a summer switch.

Palermo
Palermo are determined to register their third consecutive victories when they take on Chievo, who are keen to avoid their 10th away defeat.

Parma
Parma are looking to register their fifth away victory when they take on Cagliari, who are desperate to avoid their fifth consecutive defeats.

Roma
Chievo boss Stefano Pioli has confirmed that he has held discussions with sporting director Walter Sabatini about becoming the new Roma coach.

Sampdoria
Sampdoria decided to cancelled their training sessions as fierce protest from ultras post serious safety problem for the coaches and players.

Udinese
Sports director Dimitri Popov has denied news linking Spartak Moscow to Mauricio Isla, as the club have zero interest in the Udinese player.