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Ray Parlour says Arsenal need two to three players in the defensive position to have a balanced squad.

Bale moved to Real Madrid in summer 2013 for around £91m

David Ospina and Tomas Rosicky are back for the Boxing Day game against QPR.

The Belgian international limped off in the dying minutes of Chelsea's 2-0 win at the Britannia.

Winston Reid has stated that the transfer speculation does not bother him as he is focused on giving 100% for West Ham.

Louis van Gaal is keen to strengthen his defence during the January transfer window with Hummels being his primary target.

Sevilla's Grzegorz Krychowiak says he wants to play in the Champions League every year.

Tottenham Hotspur considering move to sign Aston Villa defender Aly Cissokho in January.

The Stamford Bridge hierarchy are ready to cancel Atsu's Everton loan deal with Sunderland waiting in the wings.

Adnan Januzaj has struggled to cement his place in the Manchester United starting XI thus far this season.

Former Professional Footballers' Association chairman Clarke Carlisle was airlifted to hospital after an accident involving a lorry.

LIVE updates from Monday's action as Chelsea look to secure top spot for Christmas.

Krkic's father reveals extent of Premier League interest and believes Guardiola failed to keep his word at Barcelona.

Ozil, Arteta, Walcott, Ramsey and Koscielny are expected to return soon.

The Germany international is ready to fight for a starting role.

Liverpool can't afford to fall behind United and Chelsea, so Sterling deal is absolute necessity.

Tangerines chief makes charitable donation after calling fan 'a retard' and a 'intellectual cripple'.

The midfielder would like to reunite with Lionel Messi at Stamford Bridge.

Mauricio Pochettino says the Argentine international must kick-on after fantastic strike.

Arsene Wenger will have to look elsewhere for a midfielder.

Spurs struck a deal with Seattle Sounders for the full-back in the summer.

Despite claims from Cech's agent, the keeper is unlikely to leave Stamford Bridge in January.

The Hammers boss warns the financial power of their Premier League could damage top-four assault.

Bale has won the club World Cup, the Champions League, and the Copa del Rey while at Real Madrid.

Austin will not leave in January after taking season tally to 11 with treble against West Bromwich Albion.

Colombian showed his class against Aston Villa and may now get extended run in United team.

The 25-year-old French international arrived at St James's Park from Toulouse in January 2013.

Out-of-favour Egyptian winger is a January target for the Russian giants

Van Gaal says 1-1 draw with Aston Villa shows they won't be able to challenge for title