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Steven Gerrard believes that Liverpool's disappointing season can still be saved, with the skipper claiming that an FA Cup final win will bring the club's momentum up as they aim to get back into Champions League football.

Sol Campbell, who had earlier said that Robin van Persie will quit Arsenal unless Arsene Wenger spends big this summer, has questioned the Gunners' ambition to win silverware next season. Also, the former England defender has also urged the Gunners to make use of the upcoming transfer window to buy some quality players this summer, accordind to a BBC report.

Manchester United first-team coach Rene Meulensteen has confirmed that Sir Alex Ferguson is targeting Eden Hazard, with the Dutchman admitting that the manager believes the playmaker is 'a special talent'.

Former England captain Alan Shearer has warned the Football Association they must act quickly to appoint a new manager, or risk failure at this summer's European Championships.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is pleased with the way his side have fought back to claim a Champions League spot for next season and has hailed it as the most remarkable turnaround he has seen in his 16 years at the club.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish, who reportedly accepted full responsibility for the £112 million worth of failed signings that resulted in the Red's poor Premier League this season, has been assured that his job is safe after Damien Comolli recent sacking, reported the Independent.

Welsh winger Gareth Bale is confident that Tottenham will overcome Chelsea in the semi-finals of the FA Cup as, according to him, Spurs have a better team than the Blues.

Theo Walcott, who scored a brilliant goal during Arsenal's 3-0 win over Wolves, says he feels like a "totally different" man after coming out of the shadow of his recent injury problems.

Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel thinks that Spurs can give a double blow to Chelsea by knocking the Blues out of the FA Cup and beating them to fourth spot in the league table.

Harry Redknapp has admitted to liking the looks of Stephane Sessegnon and Hatem Ben Arfa before they became Sunderland and Newcastle players respectively, with the Tottenham man admitting 'you can't have every player'.

Gary Ablett revealed his reasons for choosing to join Liverpool over Manchester United, with the former defender claiming the Reds were far more professional and forward thinking in their pursuit of success.

Chelsea have officially released photos of the new home kit for the 2012/13 season.

Arsenal's successful pre-season tour of Asia last year has given the London club the confidence to head back to the Far East for their second tour, in July.

Sol Campbell has insisted that Robin van Persie will only stay at Arsenal this summer if Arsene Wenger finally spends big.

Robin van Persie's early penalty in Arsenal's 3-0 win at Wolves on Wednesday meant that this season the striker has scored against 17 different teams - a Premier League record.

Liverpool have appealed Alexander Doni's red card, as the club recalled stopper Peter Gulacsi in preparation for the FA Cup semi-final with Everton.

Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson believes Everton striker Nikica Jelavic could prove the difference between the two sides when they meet in Saturday's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has advised his teammates to stay focused in their forthcoming Merseyside derby FA Cup semi-finals tie against Everton, which is also incidentally coinciding with the 23rd anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster.

Chelsea target Milos Krasic will be sold for less than the current €11 million price attached to the winger, with Juventus reportedly willing to sell him for a lower price if the right club make an offer.

Liverpool legend John Aldridge has praised the impact of Daniel Agger since returning from injury and implored Kenny Dalglish to start the defender against Everton in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.

Damien Comolli has left his post as Liverpool's director of football by mutual consent, with the former Arsenal and Tottenham scout reportedly shelling the blame for the club's poor transfer policy.

Arsenal striker Robin van Persie says he is extremely proud to be the captain of the London club but insists the position has not changed him.

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, who was very disappointed with this team's loss to Wigan, has said that he is now under pressure to win the remaining games this season after the Red Devils' eight point lead was reduced to five following the shock defeat.

Ryan Giggs knows Manchester United will bounce back from their defeat

Former Premier League referee Graham Poll has called on the Football Association to improve the standard of officiating in England, amid recent criticism from a host of top managers.

Liverpool, who have endured their worst season since 1953/1954, will be looking to make drastic changes in their side this summer. With all clubs busy planning their move for the upcoming transfer season; the Reds will also be doing the same. Also, it had been earlier reported that Liverpool will be letting some of their players go to make way for fresh young talent this summer.

BBC Sport pundit Alan Hansen believes that Andy Carroll, Jose Enrique, Kevin Nolan and Joey Barton have been well and truly replaced at Newcastle, with the club currently fighting for a top four spot and proving the critics wrong.

Just a few days after Manchester United seemed to have landed a 20th league title by opening up an eight point lead over rivals Manchester City, Wigan Athletic caused one of the biggest upsets in their history, suggesting the title battle may have a few more twists to go.

It is no secret that Arsenal are in major need of fresh talent and a general bulking up of their first team squad with proven players of international repute, to offset the fact that club captain Robin van Persie is, perhaps, the only truly world-class player they have.