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Michael Carrick has lauded the improvement of David De Gea at Manchester United, with the keeper now a much safer option in front of goal than when he first moved to old Trafford last summer.

Lutalo Muhammad vindicated his controvercial selection for London 2012 by claiming Great Britain's first ever male taekwondo medal by winning bronze in the men's -80kg catagory after defeating Arman Yeremyan in the repechage.

Jose Enrique believes that Brendan Rodgers has been successful so far in his training methods at Liverpool, with the Spaniard admitting that it reminds him a lot of his native country's style of play.

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says Swansea City midfielder Joe Allen will join the club imminently while future additions are very much in the offing.

Mikel Arteta believes that Arsenal signing Santi Cazorla has the technical attributes to make a huge contribution to the squad in the new season, with the winger joining the club last week and getting ready for a particularly tough campaign.

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has praised Arsenal counterpart Robin van Persie and stressed the latter would be a welcome addition to the Old Trafford squad

Chelsea have reportedly begun scouting and considering other targets in their search to fill the right back position at Stamford Bridge as the transfer of Spanish right Cesar Azpilicueta hangs in the balance

New IPO price will wipe as much as $100m from the Glazers' expected flotation proceeds.

Juan Mata believes that Chelsea have made some top signings this summer, with the Spaniard claiming that the quality of the team has improved impeccably as they look to get back into top four contention.

Spanish champions Real Madrid are set to make another significant signing after it was reported that they were close to completing a £34million deal for Benfica midfielder Axel Witsel.

Liverpool owner John W Henry has admitted that Liverpool are hoping to increase their revenues significantly in the future, with the club considering re-naming Anfield in the process.

The proposed takeover of Leeds United is said to have collapsed according to reports from the Leeds United Supporters Trust.

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that he is concerned about a lack of defensive back up in the Manchester United squad, with the Scot worrying about pre-season injuries to some of his most promising players.

English champions Manchester City are reportedly waiting to swoop for Swansea City forward Scott Sinclair, once they offload Adam Johnson

Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has moved to play down rumours of an approach for Arsenal midfielder Alex Song

Liverpool are playing hard ball with Premier League champions Manchester City over the proposed transfer of centre-back Daniel Agger.

Lucas Moura's agent has revealed that location was a big factor in his decision to make the move to PSG over Manchester United, with the playmaker ending a huge transfer saga yesterday.

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin, if Danish centre back Daniel Agger moves to Manchester City

Alberto Aquilani has hit out at Liverpool for their transfer policy over the midfielder, with the now Fiorentina man accusing the club of over-valuing him.

Brazilian playmaker Lucas Moura has snubbed Manchester United to join French club Paris St Germain, who will reportedly pay the 19 year old international's present club - São Paulo - the astronomical sum of £35m. The transfer will go through in January 2013

Lukas Podolski is ready to show his true colours for Arsenal now that the club are getting ready for the upcoming season, with the striker hoping to take the side to end their trophyless run by the end of his first campaign at the Emirates.

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas has seemingly identified a replacement for current number one Brad Friedel in the form of Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar.

Chelsea will reportedly return with a bigger bid for Bayer Leverkusen striker Andre Schürrle, while Napoli have been linked with a move for Raul Meireles

Liverpool have moved a step closer to sealing a deal for Sweansea midfielder Joe Allen after they made a £15million offer that will trigger the release clause in his contract.

Spanish champions Real Madrid are reportedly tiring of Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy's hardball stance over the transfer of Croatian playmaker Luka Modric and have issued Spurs an ultimatum and final offer of £30m

Manchester United held Catalan giants Barcelona to a 0-0 draw in normal time, only to lose 0-2 to the La Liga club in the ensuing penalty shootout. The pre-season friendly between the two clubs was played at the Ullevi Stadium in Gothernburg, Sweden

The long running transfer saga involving Luka Modric and Real Madrid appears to have taken another twist after it was reported that Tottenham had identified a possible replacement in Mohamad Kamara.

Newcastle midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa believes there is no reason why the current squad could not break into the top four next season and even challenge for the Premier League title.

Sophie Hitchon broke the British record for the hammer throwing, while Lynsey Sharp made it through to the 800m semi final in a successful day for Team GB's female track and field athletes.