Gordon Macrae

Former Manchester United star David Beckham believes Sir Alex Ferguson's side are favourites to win the Premier League this season.

Tributes have poured in for the Wales football manager Gary Speed, who has died at the age of 42 after apparently taking his own life. The versatile midfielder became the first player to play 500 games in the Premier League, during a 22-year career in which he represented four different clubs - Leeds United, Everton, Newcastle United and Bolton Wanderers.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has questioned the scheduling of Tuesday's Carling Cup quarter-finals, saying the timing of the matches is "irresponsible."

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen paid tribute to the late Gary Speed, as the sporting world united in mourning for the Wales manager who died on Sunday at the age of 42.

Liverpool are set to battle Chelsea and Inter Milan for the signature of highly-rated Brazilian teenager Lucas Rodrigues, according to reports.

Arsene Wenger has cautioned his Arsenal side that they cannot afford to drop too many points if they are to secure Champions League football next season.

Barcelona striker David Villa has once again been linked with a move to Liverpool after finding first-team opportunities limited at the Nou Camp.

Charlie Adam has praised Liverpool's recent run of form, after the Reds drew 1-1 with Premier League pacesetters Manchester City at Anfield.

Arsene Wenger cited Arsenal's Champions League travails as mitigation for his side's stuttering 1-1 draw at home to Fulham on Saturday.

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has lashed out at reports his job at Stamford Bridge is under-threat and insists he has the full support of club owner Roman Abramovich.

Former Arsenal midfielder Robert Pires believes Arsene Wenger will remain in charge at the Emirates for life, despite recent speculation over his long-term future.

Arsene Wenger has lavished praise on midfielder Mikel Arteta following a string of impressive displays.

Arsene Wenger believes the stats behind Arsenal's recent run of form support his theory that the Gunners' have recovered after their dismal start to the season.

Kenny Dalglish has issued a stark warning to Liverpool's expensive underachievers: if you are unhappy, you can leave.

Michael Ballack has questioned his former Chelsea team-mates' mental strength after the Blues lost for the fourth time in seven matches on Wednesday.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish believes Andy Carroll is "playing his best football" for the club and is pushing for inclusion against league leaders Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday.

Arsenal secured qualification for the Champions League knock-out stage with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday night.

Mikel Arteta has hailed "on fire" Arsenal captain Robin van Persie as one of the world's best strikers after his brace fired the Gunners into the knock-out stage of the Champions League.

Phil Jones has backed Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League knock-out stage and believes domestic rivals Manchester City could feel the pace as they enter the crucial Christmas period.

Arsene Wenger praised Robin van Persie after the striker scored twice as Arsenal advanced to the Champions League knock-out phase with a victory at home to Borussia Dortmund.

Arsene Wenger has indicated his desire to remain at Arsenal until 2014 after his Arsenal side booked their place in the knock-out phase of the Champions League.

Joe Cole is set to remain at Lille beyond the end of his loan period, according to club president Michel Seydoux.

Arsene Wenger has confirmed Robin van Persie will start Arsenal's Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday, as the club look to book their place in the knock-out phase.

Arsene Wenger will be concentrating on tonight's clash with Borussia Dortmund but the Frenchman will have one eye on a number of January transfer targets also in action this week.

Liverpool first-team coach Steve Clarke has praised the impact of Liverpool's senior players following their 2-1 Premier League victory over Chelsea.

Arsenal and Chelsea target Gary Cahill has revealed that on-going speculation over his future is distracting his Bolton form and he would welcome a swift resolution in January.

Andre Villas-Boas is unsurprised by speculation over his future following Chelsea's recent run of poor results.

Arsene Wenger has praised Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Goetze but refused to be drawn on speculation linking him with a January move to north London.

JosIp Ilicic's agent has refuted claims the attacking midfielder will join Arsenal in the January transfer window, but hinted at a summer move for the Palermo playmaker.