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Brendan Rodgers insists that Stewart Downing wasn't forced out of Liverpool, while the winger says he needed guaranteed playing time.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has expressed concern over the club's inability to strengthen during the summer transfer window

Anzhi Makhachkala striker Samuel Eto'o has reportedly claimed that Manchester United are the latest to make a bid for him this summer

Brazil and Anzhi Makhachkala midfielder Willian says he wants a move to Liverpool

Manchester United have approached Real Madrid to enquire if they are open to selling either Mesut Ozil or Luka Modric.

The Liverpool manager is insistent he will not let the Luis Suarez's transfer saga derail the start of the club's season

The Northern Irishman reaffirms the club's desire to make further additions but admits no signing are imminent

The Czech runs the fastest time in the world this year to claim world 40mm hurdles gold

Unexpected twist in Suarez saga in form of advice for Brendan Rogers from Knesset's Reuven Rivlin.

Christian Benteke's decision to stay at Aston Villa will prove to be pivotal as the club attempt to claw their way back up the Premier League table.

Having steadily risen up the league for the past three seasons, West Brom's quiet summer could see the club's ascension come to a halt.

Liverpool face a stern task to break into the top four

IBTimes UK look at the Premier League season ahead

Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the arrival of Etienne Capoue as the club ponder possible replacements for Gareth Bale.

Manchester United still believe they can land Cesc Fabregas if he receives limited game time at Barcelona in the coming weeks.

Jose Mourinho is about to take on one of his most risky career moves so far; bringing Chelsea back to their best days again

David Moyes' first season in the Old Trafford hot seat represents his biggest challenge

Tottenham and Liverpool have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Christian Eriksen after his agent revealed his client is only interested in a move to a club competing in the Champions League.

The Portuguese boss is determined to add further names to his squad after despite making four summer signings

David Moyes says Wayne Rooney will be assessed before being considered to play against Swansea City this weekend

Liverpool are in the final stages of sealing a deal for Granada left-back Guilherme Siqueira, reports claim.

Arsenal legend Martin Keown claims Arsene Wenger's bid for Luis Suarez shows a new ambition at the club.

Gareth Bale shouldn't be on wages higher than Real Madrid's top players, according to figures in the side.

Swansea chairman insists that Arsenal have made no contact over defensive star Ashley Williams this summer.

Rickie Lambert marked his England debut in the grand manner with a clinical second half header to beat Scotland in a thrilling international friendly at Wembley.

German reports suggest Luis Gustavo is now on the brink of signing for Wolfsburg ahead of Arsenal.

Newcastle United will look to improve on last season but upheaval behind the scenes could once again threaten to derail Alan Pardew's plans.

The Gunners have decided against signing Sebastian Perez after failing to earn a work permit for the midfielder

Arsene Wenger has failed to seriously build on his squad, but with Jack Wilshere back they stand a chance.