Vanessa Keller

Arsenal central defender by trade Ignasi Miquel has insisted that he is finding the left-back position more comfortable as the season wears on, with the 19 year old hoping to become a regular starter for the club this season.

Franck Ribery has made the sensational claim that Mario Gotze is eclipsed by the lesser-known Robert Lewandowski, with the France international insisting he is a more valuable member of the Borussia Dortmund squad.

Rafa Benitez has had his say on his rivalry with Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, with the former Liverpool gaffer claiming that it was only when the two sides became competitive that Ferguson started to have a problem with him.

Steve Clarke believes that Craig Bellamy has brought a fantastic contribution to the Liverpool squad so far this season, with the summer signing helping the side push for a Champions League place.

Newcastle look set to offer a trial to midfielder Abdelhakim Omrani, according to reports, with the 20-year-old high on Alan Pardew's transfer wishlist for January.

Luis Suarez has not let the events of the past few months take his mind off the ultimate prize with Liverpool, and the striker has insisted that he has made it a goal to win a trophy with the Merseyside club and emulate the success of the Uruguay national side.

Javier Hernandez has praised Manchester United's striking power, as the club are connected to a purchase for Demba Ba in the January transfer window.

As Paul Scholes makes his comeback to Manchester United after his career appeared over at the end of last season, pundits are jumping on the bandwagon left right and centre to highlight that the midfielder being back only shows that the club has huge weaknesses as they fight Manchester City for the title.

Liverpool chief executive Ian Ayre has called on the club to work with Manchester United to ensure that their FA Cup tie is a positive affair, despite controversy engulfing the sides' relationship off the pitch.

Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted that Pep Guaridiola is a very unlikely candidate to take his place as manager at Manchester United, with the Barcelona gaffer very happily settled in Spain.

French media are claiming that Arsenal lead the race in the fight to sign left back Aly Cissokho in the January transfer window, with the Frenchman a long-term target for a Premier League move.

Mark Hughes has been confirmed as the new manager for Queens Park Rangers, with the former Fulham gaffer confirming a two and a half year contract has been agreed to.

Sir Alex Ferguson has had to put up with some crazy transfer rumours in his 25 years in charge of Manchester United, including a link to Chelsea legend Frank Lampard.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson rubbed shoulders with Barcelona counterpart Pep Guardiola and pop princess Shakira, at the Ballon d'Or awards.

Jan Vertonghen has insisted that he is staying with Ajax for the short term future, but the defender has hinted that he is planning to leave the club in 18 months as Manchester United continue to be linked with the star.

Manchester United transfer news: When Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United for a record £80 million fee in 2009, it seemed he would never walk onto the pitch at Old Trafford in a red and black shirt again.

Arsenal transfer news: Matias Suarez has insisted he will not leave Anderlecht in the January transfer window, even if the forward were given the option of moving to Arsenal.

Liverpool transfer rumour: Liverpool are chasing 17 year old Nantes striker Jawad Boukabous, according to French media, with the youngster drawing the attention of numerous European clubs with his performances.

Liverpool transfer rumour: Dijon midfielder Benjamin Corgnet is set to leave the club in the summer, according to manager Patrice Carteron, with Liverpool said by numerous press outlets to be chasing the Frenchman.

Mario Gotze has revealed that he would consider signing a contract extension with Borussia Dortmund, with the Arsenal target insisting he is not seeking a move to another club.

Wayne Rooney has hit out at criticism surrounding Vincent Kimpany's red card in the Manchester United and Manchester City derby yesterday, insisting that it was the correct decision by ref Chris Foy.

Sir Alex Ferguson insists he will back David De Gea for long term success at Manchester United, despite the goalkeeper suffering some setbacks as he gets through his first season in the Premier League.

Arsene Wenger has insisted that Arsenal are doing everything they can to keep hold of Theo Walcott, amongst interest from clubs including Juventus in the winger.

Tottenham have been encouraged to bid for Junior Hoilett after Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean hinted the winger might not sign a new deal.

Inter Milan have confirmed that they have not entered into talks with Manchester City for the sale of United target Wesley Sneijder, despite the fact that the Italian club had representatives meet with the club on Thursday.

Sir Alex Ferguson has quashed rumours that he is chasing Frank Lampard, as English media goes into overdrive today in the wake of news that the Chelsea star is poised for a move to Manchester United.

French media are claiming that Moussa Sow will not accept a move to Turkish side Fenerbahce in January, with the Arsenal and Tottenham target hoping for a deal in the Premier League in the summer instead.

Petr Cech believes that he will stay at Chelsea for the long term, with the keeper currently finalising a new contract with the club to continue as the club's number one stopper.

Tottenham are considering joining Chelsea in the hunt for Gary Cahill, following the news Chelsea are currently struggling to come to an agreement, but the defender's wage demands could exceed Spurs' pay structure.