Vanessa Keller

Wayne Rooney says that he is continually inspired by Sir Alex Ferguson, with the striker insisting that while the Manchester United legend is intimidating, he knows exactly how to handle each of his players.

Emmanuel Adebayor has called on Tottenham to keep fighting, despite loss to Arsenal

Havard Nordveit has revealed that he is aware of speculation connecting him to Liverpool, but the Norwegian youngster insists that no concrete offers have been made by the Reds for his services.

David de Gea has received more praise for his recent performances for Manchester United, with Jonny Evans joining the likes of Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs in lauding the youngster's talents this season.

Spanish media are claiming that Tottenham have succeeded in keeping hold of star playmaker Gareth Bale, with Spurs refusing to even negotiate with Barcelona over any possible deal.

Wesley Sneijder has continued to fuel speculation surrounding a possible summer move away from Inter Milan, with the Manchester United target admitting the Holand England friendly will be a chance to showcase his skills.

Tottenham and Arsenal look set to start a fierce competition off the pitch as well as on it, with the cross-town rivals fighting over both Eden Hazard and Theo Walcott.

Wojciech Szczesny has tried to stay neutral in the debate over whether Robin van Persie will sign a new contract with Arsenal, but the keeper has admitted that he hopes his captain stays at the Emirates beyond the 2013 summer.

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis has insisted that the club have money available to spend in the summer, despite being particularly quiet during the January transfer window.

Arsenal have posted a £63 million profit on player sales in the second half of 2011, with the side releasing their accounts for the period of June-November last year.

Bacary Sagna is hopeful that Arsenal's 5-2 defeat over Tottenham will be the beginning of a successful run in for the north London side, as Robin van Persie admitted that he is in contract talks with the club about an extension on his current deal.

£50 million for Fernando Torres was 'ridiculous', according to goal scoring legend Alan Shearer, with the former Newcastle star claiming that the striker is frightened of taking chances as a result of the pressure on his shoulders to deliver.

Tottenham transfer news: Jan Vertonghen won't reveal if talks are taking place, but he does like Spurs as a destination

Damien Comolli has revealed that big name players are already talking to the club about being a part of Liverpool's comeback to European football and trophy victories, claiming that big names will be coming to the side this summer.

Sir Alex Ferguson admitted that Manchester United were lucky to defeat Norwich at the weekend, with the Red Devils keeping the pressure on title leaders Manchester City by gaining three points.

Arsene Wenger hints that Andrey Arshavin has been considering a move to Russia for some time

Mark Lawrenson is hoping that Kenny Dalglish has Craig Bellamy on the pitch for Liverpool on Sunday in the Carling Cup final, with the 32 year old currently on form for the Reds and raring to bring home a trophy to the club for the first time in six years.

Robin van Persie will not be tempted by Cesc Fabregas to move to Barcelona, according to the former Arsenal skipper, with the striker still deciding his future with the Gunners while his contract runs down.

Harry Redknapp is taking full advantage of Arsenal's disappointing season, with the Tottenham manager claiming that he will prove that Spurs are the number one London club this season.

Thierry Henry believes Arsenal can beat Tottenham this weekend

Louis Saha believes that if Harry Redknapp were to leave Tottenham, it would be damaging for the side.

Andre Villas-Boas has set Chelsea the aim of taking third place from Tottenham this season, with the side currently struggling across the board as rumours surround a possible exit for the manager.

Andrey Arshavin could be set to leave Arsenal this season, with Zenit st Petersburg revealing that the clubs have been in talks over a possible loan deal for the midfielder.

Carlo Ancelotti has hinted that he may be interested in purchasing Fernando Torres from Chelsea in the summer transfer window, with the former Blues manager admitting he would be a 'gamble' given his current form.

Young Arsenal striker Benik Afobe has admitted he is yet another Gunner who looks up to robin van Persie, with the 19 year old revealing he has been having pep talks with the Holland international as he recovers from injury.

Stuart Pearce believes that Tom Cleverley is set for a big future with both England and Manchester United, as the youngster makes a comeback from injury and works his way into the international squad.

Chelsea have not approached Rafa Benitez over taking the managerial position at the club, according to his agent, with Manuel Garcia Quilon insisting that the Spaniard hasn't heard anything official over a spot becoming open at the club.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's father has revealed that talks took place with Manchester United before the youngster made the move to Arsenal, with the former Southampton starlet choosing the Gunners.

Jermain Defoe has claimed that this weekend's upcoming Tottenham and Arsenal derby means more to the Gunners than their cross-town rivals, with the match set to be tough for both clubs in their pursuit of a Champions League spot.