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Liverpool legend John Aldridge has condemned the Chelsea fans who tarnished the period of silence that was due to be held at Wembley on Sunday for the victims of the Hillsborough disaster.

Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere has said that he is "gutted and devastated" after it was confirmed that the player will not return this season and will also miss Euro 2012.

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp acknowledged that referee Martin Atkinson had apologised to him after the 'ghost goal' that helped Chelsea beat his side 5-1 in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on Sunday.

Manchester City's controversial Argentinean striker Carlos Tevez has spoken out on the Premier League title race.

Chelsea's John Terry and Didier Drogba trade verbal volleys ahead of the two sides' Champions League tie.

Piermario Morosini's parent club (he was on loan at Livorno from Serie A side Udinese) will take on the responsibility of caring for his disabled sister.

Fabrice Muamba has been released from hospital, Bolton Wanderers have confirmed, with the midfielder expressing his gratitude to the medical staff as he continues to recover.

In the wake of Manchester City's resurgent title bid, Arsenal legend Martin Keown has praised Carlos Tevez and Sergio Aguero's unorthodox strike partnership.

Arsene Wenger says he is happy with young midfielder Aaron Ramsey's progress at Arsenal and feels the Welshman's lack of composure is the only factor that stands between him and greatness.

Scott Parker has admitted that Tottenham are particularly disappointed with their loss against Chelsea, after the now dubbed 'ghost goal' ruined the side's confidence as the match progressed.

Kenny Dalglish insists that he would prefer to take the criticism from the media than have it directed towards the Liverpool squad, with the manager claiming that some players don't have the ability to handle the scrutiny like he can.

Chelsea say they are “extremely disappointed” at section of fans who booed during Hillsborough minute’s silence.

Harry Redknapp acknowledged he had received an apology from referee Martin Atkinson, after the 'ghost goal' which contributed to Tottenham's defeat to Chelsea at Wembley.

Doncaster Rovers striker arrested following brawl in the early hours at The Circle club in Manchester.

Ashley Young has been branded a cheat by Ryan Taylor, after the Manchester United winger garnered a penalty in questionable circumstances as the side took on Aston Villa yesterday.

Tottenham, Newcastle and Chelsea do not play in this gameweek, meaning the Gunners have a chance to open up an eight-point gap over their nearest rivals. As both teams know the importance of this match, it is expected to be a mouth-watering fixture for the neutrals.

Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczesny has insisted that he is staying at the club for the long term, with the Poland international setting the ambitious goal of ending the club's trophyless run.

In the hours after Manchester United's comfortable victory over Aston Villa, Sir Alex Ferguson admitted Ashley Young "played for the penalty" which saw his side secure a comfortable 4-0 victory over Aston Villa and move five points cleat at the top of the Premier League.

Arsenal playmaker Tomas Rosicky has said the supporters have played a crucial role in the Gunners' recent run of form and feels the home fans can help the players in making the Emirates an intimidating venue for any team to visit.

Luis Suarez has insisted that he won't be leaving Liverpool any time soon, with the striker committing his long term future to the club amongst the ongoing transfer rumours.

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen believes the time has come for David Moyes to leave Goodison Park and, with a number of top clubs likely to be in the market for a new manager in the summer; the Scot could have a number of potential suitors at the end of the current campaign.

The Argentine's buy-out clause is quoted to be around £40 million but by offering two players to Benfica, United has managed to reduce some of the cost in acquiring the highly rated midfielder. It is understood that Fabio is going only on an initial one-season loan, while Macheda's transfer could be permanent.

The Frenchman has also called on the FA to hand automatic three-match bans for obvious cases of diving so that the players would hesitate to repeat the act in the future.

Premier League leaders Manchester United and Manchester City are ready to make their moves for Athletic Bilbao midfielder Ander Herrera in the summer.

Premier League heavyweights Chelsea and Tottenham are reportedly lining up a summer bid for Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul.

Manchester City's Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko, who is strongly linked with a move away from the Etihad this summer, has asked Croatian midfielder Luka Modric to join the Citizens this summer.

Livorno midfielder Piermario Morosini's tragic death, after suffering a cardiac arrest during a Serie B league game, came as another shock to the footballing world, who were still recovering from Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba's collapse last month.

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood recently said that Arsene Wenger should stay at the Emirates even after the end of his contract as he believes that the long time serving French boss is the right man to lead the Gunners to success, according to a Metro report.

Mercedes' Nico Rosberg claimed the first Formula One victory of his career, finishing the ahead of McLaren's Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai on Sunday.