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Liverpool are on the verge of naming Swansea City manager Brendan Rodgers as their choice to take charge of the first team at Anfield

While Rodgers is expected to have a big say all key matters, he will have to consult a team of Liverpool directors before making a final decision.

A relaxed Steven Gerrard said he was looking forward to working under new Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers after the European Championships.

Aaron Cook still harbours hopes of competing at this summer's London 2012 Olympics after the British Olympic Association rejected Sport Taekwondo UK's decision not to select him.

Internacional president Giovanni Luigi has refuted claims Leandro Damiao is on the verge of a move to Europe, amid speculation linking him with both Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain.

UEFA supported anti-racism group FARE has launched a campaign to target racism at Euro 2012, with the group announcing they will create up to 300 self-declared inclusivity zones and a 'Respect Diverty' theme for the semi-finals.

Liverpool have unveiled Brendan Rodgers as their new manager.

Charlie Adam says he loves everything about playing for Liverpool, with the midfielder feeling just as welcome at Merseyside as if he were in his hometown in Scotland.

Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp believes Brendan Rodgers has the temperament to succeed at Anfield and backed the club's supporters to remain patient as he adapts to life on Merseyside.

England coach Stuart Lancaster says the behaviour of players during the upcoming tour of South Africa will be of the utmost importance after a series of incidents marred their World Cup campaign.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Michael Dawson has expressed his frustrations over his team missing out on the Champions League next season despite finishing up in the fourth position in the Premier League. However, the 28 year old defender insists that the Spurs should not be upset because, according to him, Tottenham "played some of the best football in the Premier League" this season.

Mourinho and Rodgers had worked together at Chelsea and the Portuguese tactician believes that his former reserve team coach deserves his shot at Anfield after doing an amazing job at Swansea.

Chelsea captain John Terry has been slapped with an additional two-match Champions League suspension for the red card he received during the Blues' clash with Barcelona in the semi-final (second leg) of the European competition, according to an ESPN report.

Ferguson has been an admirer of the 26 year old and believes Spurs' failure to offer him Champions League action next season could boost United's chances of getting their man.

England manager Roy Hodgson faces more injury crisis as Chelsea vice captain Frank Lampard has been ruled out of the 2012 Euros following a thigh problem, according to a ESPN report.

Belgian defender Thomas Vermaelen says that he never wants to leave Arsenal indicating that he wants to end his career at the Emirates.

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez is happy to remain at Anfield, but has discussed what life is like at Juventus, according to Uruguay teammate Martin Caceres.

Juan Mata believes Chelsea's Champions league triumph represents the pinnacle of his career to date but cautioned the side will continue to improve next season.

Lucas Leiva has revealed that he is on the path to recovery, with the Liverpool star hoping to be back in action for the Reds when their pre-season training commences.

England striker Wayne Rooney admits he was unsure whether manager Roy Hodgson would select him for the summer's European Championships.

Titus Bramble cleared of two counts of sexual assault after two women claimed he had been 'touchy-feely' following night out in Teesside.

Harry Redknapp is reportedly set to enter into talks with Tottenham over his future, with the Englishman entering into the final 12 months of his contract with the club.

Andy Murray showed remarkable resilience to defeat Jarrko Nieminen in four sets and progress to the French Open third round.

England batsman Kevin Pietersen has retired from international limited-overs cricket with immediate effect.

Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan says Roberto Martinez's reasons for rejecting a move to Liverpool were down to how owners Fenway Sports Group planned to run the club.

Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has tipped Cristiano Ronaldo to be player of the Euro 2012 tournament, with the former keeper also sighting Christian Eriksen as a playmaker to watch.

Chelsea star Frank Lampard believes that the key to Roberto Di Matteo's success at the club has been the way he has handled the players, with the club taking out their first Champions League trophy while the Swiss-born tactician was interim manager.

Mark Lawrenson believes appointing Brendan Rodgers as Liverpool manager represents a huge risk on the part of owners Fenway Sports Group but backed the 39-year-old to succeed at Anfield.

Chelsea, after successfully landing Lille's Eden Hazard, are now reportedly targeting Fulham's £10million priced striker Moussa Dembele.