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Retaining players will be as important as buying new talent at the Toon this summer, with Cabaye and Ben Arfa on numerous clubs' radars.

Gareth Bale may hold the key to Tottenham attracting big names players to White Hart Lane during the summer.

A preview to this week's Under 21 European Championships.

Chris Hughton must improve his record in the transfer window should he wish to keep Norwich afloat in the 2013/14 campaign

Iago Aspas is considering a number of offers this summer, according to reports, but the forward wants to move to Liverpool.

Stoke City will sell Asmir Begovic this summer but only if they receive an acceptable offer.

Monaco are set to continue their summer spending as they attempt to lure Liverpool's Daniel Agger and Manchester United's Nani to France.

David de Gea is understood to be disappointed by the departure of goalkeeping coach Eric Steele but remains committed to the Premiern League champions

Tomas Rosicky believes that without any big players leaving Arsenal this summer, the side are in a good place.

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has denied signing a contract extension.

Borussia Dortmund director of sport Michael Zorc claims Chelsea midfielder Kevin de Bruyne wants to join the ranks at the Westfalenstadion next season.

Former X Factor judge claims Newcastle United star no match for her celebrity status.

Florentino Perez says he won't accept any offer less than the release clause for Gonzalo Higuain, as Arsenal monitor the situation

Roberto Martinez's imminent appointed as Everton's new manager has been played down by The Toffees

Bacary Sagna says he would be open to a move to France, as he begins contract talks with Arsenal.

Barcelona forward Gerard Deulofeu could leave Camp Nou in the summer

Liverpool's young defender Lloyd Jones could provide the perfect solution for Brendan Rodgers when it comes to finding a replacement for Jamie Carragher.

Newcastle are ready to rival Liverpool for Reading captain Pearce

Jose Mourinho says his meeting with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich lasted just five minutes before he was offered the job

Bayern Munich are planning a summer swoop for Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny.

Wesley Sneijder could reportedly reunite with former manager Jose Mourinho at Chelsea next season.

Cesc Fabregas insists he's happy at Barcelona, despite reported interest from Manchester United and Arsenal

Aston Villa have made their interest in the Montpellier playmaker known, according to club president.

Tottenham have approached Porto to see if they would be willing to sell star striker Jackson Martinez for €30m this summer.

Martin Skrtel's agent admits the chance to link up with Benitez at Napoli could be difficult to turn down.

Fiorentina sporting director Daniele Prade reveals Arsenal target Stevan Jovetic is not for sale

Arsene Wenger has revealed that he had gathered igns of Sir Alex Ferguson's impending retirement long before it was announced.

Aaron Ramsey believes that Arsenal should sign Celtic's powerhouse midfielder Victor Wanyama this summer.

Johan Cruyff claims Jose Mourinho's negative influence in the dressing room has hardened during his three year spell at Real Madrid