Gordon Macrae

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has urged his Premier League rivals to ensure qualification for the knock-out stages of the Champions League after he admitted it would be a "catastrophe" if his side were the only English representatives in the last-16.

Liverpool forward Luis Suarez's on-field temperament has come under scrutiny once again after he was observed making a gesture at Fulham supporters in the wake of Monday night's defeat at Craven Cottage.

Former Manchester United player Ronnie Wallwork has been sentenced to 15 months in jail for selling stolen car parts.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has lauded Robin van Persie's phenomenal goal-scoring record in 2011 and believes the striker has finally overcome his injury problems.

Phil Jones has said he is happy to be used as Manchester United's utility man if it ensures their winning run continues.

Chelsea midfielder Florent Malouda has backed the club to advance into the knock-out stages of the Champions League when they play Valencia on Tuesday.

Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam will have a new partner in central midfield when he takes to the field for Monday night's Premier League match against Fulham.

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has refused to rule out a January move for Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba.

Arsenal target Lukas Podolski has admitted he has received offers from other clubs but maintained he will hold talks with Cologne before making a decision on his future.

Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka has already decided where he will be playing in January, after the striker was told he would be allowed to leave when the transfer window re-opens.

Kenny Dalglish admits Liverpool's impressive recent form has given him a selection dilemma ahead of Monday's trip to Fulham.

Liverpool have confirmed midfielder Lucas Leiva will miss the rest of the season after he sustained a knee injury against Chelsea on Tuesday.

Former Manchester United star David Beckham has admitted he has yet to make a decision over his future, despite ongoing speculation linking him with a move to Paris Saint-Germain.

Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou has fuelled speculation linking him with a January move to Marseille after he refused to rule out a move away from Stamford Bridge.

Liverpool will play Manchester City in the semi-finals of the Carling Cup with the winners set to face either Crystal palace or Cardiff in the final on 26 February.

Lukas Podolski has reignited speculation over a January transfer to Arsenal after he described Arsene Wenger's side as a "top club."

Manchester United look set to miss out on Brazilian midfielder Ganso after he indicated his desire to remain at Santos after December's Club World Cup.

Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva could face up to six months on the side-lines after he sustained a serious knee injury against Chelsea on Tuesday.

Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson believes Sunday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City was the club's best display under Kenny Dalglish so far.

Eduardo Vargas is on the verge of a move to Europe, with Liverpool leading the race to sign the Chilean winger, according to the his agent.

Kolo Toure is confident Arsenal will end their trophy drought this season, despite their Carling Cup exit at the hands of Manchester City on Tuesday night.

Arsene Wenger has rekindled his interest in Peruvian starlet Andy Polo after the player indicated he will only move to a club where he is guaranteed first-team football.

Lille striker Moussa Sow has put Arsenal on red alert after he admitted he would relish a move to the Premier League.

Arsenal look set to miss out on long-term target Eden Hazard after Inter Milan stepped up their pursuit of the Lille play-maker.

Andre Villas-Boas admits Chelsea have become "anxious" about playing at Stamford Bridge following the Carling Cup defeat to Liverpool on Tuesday.

Harry Redknapp believes his Tottenham side have to be considered title contenders, following their impressive start to the season.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger allowed Samir Nasri to leave in the summer because of the potential he saw in Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshire.

Alan Shearer has revealed he is still "numb" with grief following the sudden death of his close friend Gary Speed.

Manchester United are set to make a move for £13m-rated Sweden midfielder Rasmus Elm when the January transfer window opens, according to reports in Scandinavia.