Manchester United legend Paul Scholes believes he has made a modest impact since making his sensational playing return at Old Trafford earlier in the month.
AC Milan are set to beat Fulham in the race to sign Catania striker Maxi Lopez but only if they fail to agree terms with Manchester City's Carlos Tevez.
Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck is reportedly wanted by Real Madrid following reports the Old Trafford star has reached an impasse over his new contract.
Garth Crooks has praised Manchester United youngster Chris Smalling following the defender's assured display at the Emirates on Sunday.
Alastair Cook has backed England to bounce back from their chastening defeat in the first Test against Pakistan with victory at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
Andy Murray cruised into the Australian Open quarter-finals for a third consecutive year after his opens, Mikhail Kukushkin, was forced to retire through injury while 6-1 6-1 1-0 down.
Shinji Kagawa has explained why he believes Marco Reus chose to commit his future to Borussia Dortmund, with the striker turning down interest from Arsenal and Bayern Munich to join the German outfit.
Nikica Jelavic's dad has revealed that the striker is being officially chased by three clubs, with Liverpool included as a suitor for a possible move in the summer.
Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has arrived at Southwark Crown Court on Monday morning to stand trial on charges of tax evasion.
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry has praised the impact Paul Scholes has had throughout his career and revealed the Manchester United veteran was the one name that intimidated his 'Invincibles' side.
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton has admitted on Twitter he attends Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp has compared Arsenal youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Manchester United talisman Wayne Rooney, suggesting the patently gifted starlet can be a huge talent for Arsene Wenger's side for many years.
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Inter Milan defender Lucio has urged the Serie A club to sign Sao Paulo midfielder Lucas.
Manchester United "have been woeful for the past 18-months", according to Alan Hansen, but concedes it is a measure of their durability and Premier League knowhow that they remain a potent force and worth title contender.
Alan Hansen believes Tottenham are now out of the Premier League title race following their 3-2 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.
Manchester United were 2-1 winners at the Emirates Stadium as a late goal proved the winner against Arsenal in the Premier League, as the champions kept pace with the leaders Manchester City on Sunday.
The Red Devils eventually managed to overcome the Arsenal challenge with a late winner (81 minutes) netted by Danny Welbeck.
Balotelli's stoppage time penalty saved the day for Roberto Mancini's side.
Liverpool suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of lowly Bolton Wanderers at the Reebok Stadium, leaving Reds' manager Kenny Dalglish to direct his ire on the lack of effort from his players.
The Trotters managed to move out of the bottom three thanks to the victory.
Brighton police continue investigations into five other professional footballers over assault claims.
World number two Rafael Nadal and arch rival Roger Federer are on course to meet in the semifinals of the Australian Open, after both put in a strong showing to progress to the fourth round of the tournament.
Tiger Woods has criticised his former coach Hank Haney after it was revealed the 56-year-old is releasing a tell-all book about their six year partnership.
Liverpool have widened their scouting network around the globe in their search for up and coming talent, with the Merseyside club announcing they will set up an academy in Egypt.
Newcastle United striker Demba Ba has revealed his satisfaction at becoming one of the deadliest strikers in the Premier League.
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has played down fears the club had reached an impasse over Danny Welbeck's contract negotiations.
Former Manchester United star David Beckham has revealed he considered a return to the Premier League after receiving offers from "one or two" clubs, before he committed to LA Galaxy.
Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Sunday will be the start of one of the most important spells of Manchester United's season, with the clash offering the long awaited meeting of arguably the top two strikers in the league, Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie.
Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United's much maligned owners, the Glazer family.
