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Real Madrid left-back came close to moving to Old Trafford on loan in 2013.

Theo Walcott and Harry Kane will lead a diamond formation against Italy.

Italy face England in the international friendly fixture on Tuesday. Find out how to follow the match live in the UK.

Wayne Rooney wants Harry Kane to be patient against Italian defenders.

Angel di Maria has failed to live up to expectations this season.

Brendan Rodgers wants Daniel Sturridge to allay his injury fears ahead of crunch Arsenal tie.

Arsene Wenger and Mauricio Pochettino are both keen on strengthening the youth department of their respective teams.

Rafa Silva is a transfer target for Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.

Danny Welbeck is on a race against time to be fit for their game against Liverpool.

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney loves playing in the Premier League.

Manchester United are considering a move in signing Wolfsburg midfielder Kevin De Bruyne this summer.

Florentino Perez reportedly believes Bale will play an important role in Real Madrid's future.

Fabregas was unused substitute during the 1-0 victory over Ukraine on 27 March.

Defender has given a keen insight into his manager's pursuit of perfection at Stamford Bridge.

De Gea is yet to make a final decision on his future at Old Trafford.

French boss contradicts Walcott by claiming discussions have started over a fresh deal

Podolski is likely to leave the Emirates Stadium when the transfer window reopens in the summer.

Italian representative Giovanni Branchini could attempt to broker move to Serie A this summer.

Sanchez has only scored one Premier League goal at QPR since Ozil returned to action.

Spanish international returned to Anfield for a charity match this weekend.

Former United manager has created the form team in Spain - and he's now shopping for a flat which even Bruce Springsteen couldn't afford.

Pedro himself recently admitted he may leave the Camp Nou this summer.

The England international confirms withdrawal ahead of Italy friendly was pre-agreed.

Arsenal were eliminated from this season's Champions League by AS Monaco.

The former Netherlands record goalscorer is enjoying his spell at Curacao.

Premier League club have announced an after-tax profit of £18.7m for the last financial year.

Fans of Neil Redfearn's Championship side most likely to be involved in incidents on rail network

The Brazil international defender was heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford during the summer.

The former Chelsea maestro has fallen out of favour of Vicente del Bosque since the World Cup.