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Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has responded to the criticism he has received in recent weeks after being accused of diving in order to win penalties.

Tottenham Hotspur wing-back Kyle Walker has confessed that Everton defender Phil Jagielka has always been his hero.

Arsenal have handed manager Arsene Wenger a £35million transfer budget so that he can bring another striker to the club during the January transfer window.

Manchester United are believed to be considering the idea of selling striker Javier Hernandez in order to fund a potential deal for Porto attacker James Rodriguez.

Arsenal have offered a first professional contract to England youth international Chuba Akpom just days after the forward celebrated his 17th birthday.

Darren Clarke should be Europe's next Ryder Cup captain, according to Lee Westwood.

Liverpool are chasing Hamburg star Son Heung-Min, according to reports, with the South Korea striker said to be high on Brendan Rodgers' list of players who can boost the side's firepower.

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England players who misbehave could be banned for playing for their country according to The Football Association's new code of conduct.

Inter Milan are hoping that they will be able to convince Arsenal to part with defender Bacary Sagna in the summer transfer window.

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Stale Solbakken is hoping to call upon Manchester United and Arsenal to boost his push for promotion by allowing him to take two midfielders on-loan.

Torino defender Angelo Ogbonna has revealed that he is flattered to be linked with a possible move to Liverpool after reports emerged declaring that scouts watched him in action at the weekend.

Tottenham Hotspur boss Andre Villas-Boas will reportedly be allowed the funds required to strengthen the squad during the January transfer window.

Wayne Rooney says that he wants to become a player the likes of Manchester United legend Eric Cantona, with the striker claiming that this might be the key to taking England forward and finally winning a major tournament with the team.

The new Barclays Under-21 Premier League was designed to help bridge the gap for young players to make the daunting step to the senior side and experience competitive matches against strong opposition.

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez cheated by diving trying to win a penalty against Stoke City, according to Fifa vice president Jim Boyce.

Mikel Arteta insists that he and Santi Cazorla have both found it very easy to adapt to life at Arsenal.

Chelsea transfer news: Atletico Madrid have admitted that they will consider selling Radamel Falcao in the summer, with Chelsea and Manchester City believed to be chasing the striker with deep pockets to pay up on transfer fees.

Steven Gerrard has revealed that former England and Tottenham Hotspur striker Gary Lineker was one of his idols while growing up.

Marouane Fellaini has been ruled out for three weeks after picking up an injury in Everton's draw with Wigan Athletic

Brendan Rodgers insists that Joe Allen will prove to be a good buy for Liverpool, arguing that he has exhibited qualities that are reminiscent of Paul Scholes.

Manchester United midfielder Anderson feels that the club will struggle when manager Sir Alex Ferguson retires.

Stoke star Michael Kightly has claimed that Liverpool's Luis Suarez is ruining the game with his diving techniques, with the Uruguayan under the microscope again for a perceived dive on Sunday.

Manchester United have stepped up their chase for Tom Ince, according to reports, with the winger high on Sir Alex Ferguson's wishlist as he continues to star for Blackpool.

Chelsea have just two senior strikers in Fernando Torres and Daniel Sturridge

Premier League referees are more likely to book foreign players from the same background as most sizable minority groups

Bacary Sagna says Carl Jenkinson can be a future star for Arsenal, with the 20 year old continuing to improve as Arsene Wenger hands him chances with the senior side.

Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen says interest from the likes of Liverpool is special, but adds he has not given any thought to a departure from the Eredivisie side.

Newcastle's ground will be renamed St James' Park, according to reports, after Wonga today confirmed an agreement to be the club's shirt and stadium sponsor for the next four years in a multi-million dollar deal.