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Steven Gerrard's record can't be argued with, according to Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers.

Roy Evans says it is futile to compare Paul Scholes and Steven Gerrard

Brendan Rodgers has revealed Philippe Coutinho has returned to training, although this weekend's game against West Brom will be too soon for the playmaker.

Wesley Sneijder claims that the Eredivisie has become a place for youngsters to develop.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler is interested in a return to England amid speculation Liverpool are interested in the German.

Nick Howson provides the latest analysis on the burning topics in sport

Newcastle are set to challenge Liverpool for the signature of exciting MK Dons winger Dele Alli.

Tottentam Hotspur travel to Sheriff Tiraspol in the third group game of the Europa League on Thursday.

Alexis Sanchez has revealed he is planning for a long stay at Barcelona despite reported interest from Barcelona.

Sir Alex Ferguson claims Arsene Wenger wanted more money for then-Arsenal striker Robin van Persie.

The Spanish press have pinpointed Wayne Rooney and Ryan Giggs as standout performers for Manchester United.

Aaron Lennon could feature for Tottenham in the Europa League with Andros Townsend rested.

Steven Gerrard isn't ready to be consigned to a defensive role

David Moyes hails the performance of Shinji Kagawa the best he has seen since his time at Old Trafford.

Carlos Vela says Arsenal have a buy-back clause and he would consider returning to the club.

Jose Mourinho will return to Madrid in order to quell Chelsea's attacking problems

Manchester City star has doubts based on past experience of failed steps to tackle racism.

Ian Rush argues that Brendan Rodgers is the man behind Daniel Sturridge's success at Liverpool

The Spanish forward scores against Real Madrid to reignite his Juventus career

Andre Villas-Boas says Emmanuel Adebayor has had his chances limited by increased competition at Tottenham.

Robin van Persie will return against Stoke City

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has revealed that he is furious after being subject to racial abuse in City's 2-1 win over CSKA Moscow in Russia.

Former Manchester United assistant manager Mike Phelan believes that Sir Alex Ferguson would have made a marquee signing this summer, something which David Moyes has failed to deliver in.

Wayne Rooney has expressed his satisfaction after Sir Alex Ferguson backtracked on his summer comments regarding Rooney putting in a transfer request.

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas expects Arsenal to start dropping points in the Premier League with some big matches coming their way.

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey believes that the team needs to learn from their mistake for the second goal which cost them a point against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League in midweek.

Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla believes that their new summer signing Mesut Ozil can mark a new era, following the likes of Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldinho.

Swansea manager Michael Laudrup believes that Sir Alex Ferguson is in the wrong for revisting the feud between himself and his former players in his autobiography.

Ian Holloway has parted ways with Crystal Palace by mutual consent.