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Mark Clattenburg withdrawn from Premier League duty this weekend

Liverpool's attempts to sign Shanghai Shenhua striekr Didier Drogba look likely to be scuppered

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel has dismissed rumours linking him with a move to Ferrari after winning his fourth consecutive Grand Prix in India.

Robin van Persie says Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger are impossible to separate

West Ham maintained their lead in the Under-21 Premier League thanks to a 1-0 win over Everton on Friday night which moved them six points clear of second placed Arsenal.

Liverpool transfer news: The Reds are believed to be monitoring the progress of Papiss Cisse, according to reports

Sergio Aguero, Mario Balotelli, Yaya Toure, Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie also make 23-man Shortlist.

Liverpool are reportedly planning a move for Middlesbrough goalkeeper Jason Steele.

Jack Wilshere has singled out Arsenal summer signing Santi Cazorla for praise, with the midfielder insisting that competition for a place in the midfield will only make the side better as they aim to challenge for trophies this season.

Chelsea boss Roberto di Matteo is worried Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard could leave the club.

Javier Hernandez insists years of experience made him look to linesman after scoring winner yesterday.

The shortlist for the European Golden Boy award has been released and it is good news for English clubs with Arsenal and Liverpool both boasting two representatives among the nominees.

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has no plans to leave the club for Real Madrid, amid reports the 21 year old is set to replace Iker Casillas at Real Madrid.

Steven Gerrard believes that Brendan Rodgers' quick thinking at half time in the Merseyside derby yesterday was the key to Liverpool taking a point in the match-up, with his tactics paying off as Jonjo Shelvey and Sebastian Coates made important contributions to the side.

Nottingham Forest manager Sean O'Driscoll has admitted that he may contact Tottenham in order to extend the loan deal of midfielder Jermaine Jenas.

Roberto di Matteo will have learnt much about his side following their defeat to Manchester United, not least their capacity to claim this season's Premier League title

Newcastle United have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Toulouse midfielder Moussa Sissoko who is out of contract at the end of the season.

Arsene Wenger is hopeful that Jack Wilshere will not play in the England friendly against Sweden next month, with the Arsenal midfielder now back on the pitch for the senior side for the first time in over year.

Manchester United could be forced to pay as much as £25million if they want to sign PSV-Eindhoven midfielder Kevin Strootman.

Chelsea have lodged a formal complaint to the Premier League about referee Mark Clattenburg alleging that he used inappropriate language towards two of the Blues' players in the match against Manchester United.

Alan Hansen has given his verdict after Manchester United's victory over Chelsea in the league yesterday, with the pundit saying that the club were able to expose weaknesses in their opposition with their wingers.

Arsenal legend Paul Merson has launched a stinging attack on his former club by suggesting that Santi Cazorla may be questioning his decision to join the north London club.

David Moyes claims he has no issues with Luis Suarez's goal celebration in the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Live text as Manchester United travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea in the Premier League

Newcastle United will be keen to pick up all three points when they welcome West Bromwich Albion to St James' Park.

Chelsea welcome Manchester United to Stamford Bridge for a match that could prove crucial in the fight for this year's Premier League title.

Arsenal are reportedly planning a move for Stuttgart midfielder Zdravko Kuzmanovic.

Manchester City welcome Swansea City to the Etihad hoping that their poor run in the Champions League will not affect their Premier League campaign.

Arsenal will look to return to winning ways when they host QPR in the Gunners' third London derby of the season.