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Arsene Wenger has insisted that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will play a big part in the Arsenal squad this season, with the Gunners manager maintaining that the winger will be given a chance to shine before January comes to an end.

Robbie Keane believes that Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard is the best midfielder he's played alongside.

The agent of rumoured Manchester United target Rasmus Elm claims he is still awaiting official confirmation from Sir Alex Ferguson regarding the Red Devils' interested in the AZ Alkmaar playmaker.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has enquired about Crystal Palace starlet Wilfried Zaha, making a phone call to the championship club manager Dougie Freedman, according to the Daily Mail.

Chelsea defender Alex has reportedly snubbed a move to Premier League strugglers Queens Park Rangers, according to a report in the Daily Star.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has quashed speculation that former Manchester United playmaker Cristiano Ronaldo has become unsettled in Spain.

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey is savouring his senior role in the Gunners' midfield but revealed he is looking forward to the impending return of England international Jack Wilshire.

Paris Saint-Germain are chasing yet another of Arsenal's targets, with French media claiming that Leandro Damiao is fielding interest from the side.

Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League title aspirations hinge on their ability to keep their best players like Luka Modric fit, according to Alan Hansen.

Robbie Keane has backed Chelsea and Manchester United target Luka Modric to stay at Tottenham beyond the end of the season, and insists a move away from White Hart Lane could stunt the playmaker's career.

Klaas-Jan Huntelaar believes that Schalke might be capable of winning the Bundeslgia title this season, with the Manchester United target holding high hopes for his side in the German league this season with their current standing in the table.

Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish has launched scathing attack on the credibility of reports linking Andy Carroll with a return to Newcastle.

Match of the Day pundit Alan Hansen has praised Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel by claiming the veteran American's arrival at White Hart Lane in the summer has taken the club onto the next level.

Alan Hansen believes retaining Luka Modric during the summer was the defining moment in Tottenham Hotspur's season and subsequently brilliant Premier League form.

Manchester United sensation Ravel Morrison has dismissed reports in Thursday's press that suggested the player had rejected the club's latest offer of a contract.

Tottenham have begun their January transfer efforts according to multiple reports, that claim Harry Redknapp is in talks with Brazilian playmaker Ganso over a possible deal.

Liverpool legend Jamie Redknapp has lauded football's changing attitudes toward player fitness and credits young players, such as Tottenham's Gareth Bale, with pioneering a shift in perceptions.

Chelsea defender John Terry has stunned football fans by remortgaging his £2.25million mansion for the fourth time since 2003.

The Reds skipper has also committed to assume an ambassadorial role for the club once his playing career comes to a close.

Lampard has plenty of chances to continue his involvement, having scored in both matches so far 2012, according to Villas-Boas.

Reports have linked Barcelona veteran Eric Abidal with a move to English giants Arsenal, with Arsene Wenger considering signing the French international in a bid to solve his defensive crisis.

Last summer, Arsenal were in a particularly difficult position, with the club having to let go of Samir Nasri and Gael Clichy because the pair had running down contracts and decreasing values over their heads.

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has pledged his long-term future to the club after he signed an extension to his current Reds contract.

Cristiano Ronaldo is once again being linked with a move away from Real Madrid, after club legend Alfredo Di Stefano insisted that the booing of the striker was understandable.

Liverpool Transfer Rumours: Liverpool target Jackson Martinez has revealed his "joy" over being linked with a move to Anfield, but the Jaguares striker reiterated his commitment to the Mexican club ahead of any official interest.

Liverpool Transfer News: Since completing the signings of Jordan Ibe and Oluwaseyi Ojo at the talk end of last year, Liverpool have continued to scout a number of promising youngsters around the world.

German media are reporting that Marco Reus has a €35 million exit clause in his contract, and despite the fact that the Arsenal target has committed to Borussia Dortmund until 2017, he could leave earlier if a club is able to post the money to the German outfit.

Chelsea Transfer Rumour: Chelsea have emerged as favourites to land highly-rated Lille's Eden Hazard, after reports in France revealed the Blues are preparing a €30m for the playmaker this January.

Gervinho has revealed he hopes that Robin van Persie signs a contract extension at Arsenal and stays there for the long haul, with the striker's current deal edging closer to it's expiration date.