SPORTS

Jamie Redknapp has offered support to Robin van Persie, after the Arsenal striker was the subject of negative comments after his side defeated QPR 1-0 on New Years' Eve.

Arsenal will not be signing FC Cologne striker Lukas Podolski in January after the German ruled out making any mid-season move to avoid risking his place in the German national squad for the upcoming European Championships in Poland and Ukraine.

Tottenham Hotspur legend David Ginola has highlighted the importance of Scott Parker to Spurs' eye-catching revival this season

Porto striker Hulk has revealed he would have "no problem" with a potential move to Chelsea, if the Blues trigger the £84m buy-out clause in his contract.

White Hart Lane legend David Ginola believes Tottenham Hotspur are the most exciting team to watch in the Premier League and believes Harry Redknapp's side have the capacity to do great things in the next decade.

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta has lauded team-mate Robin van Persie's 2011 goal scoring exploits and warned the Dutch international is likely to get better in 2012.

Alan Hansen has backed Tottenham Hotspur to win this season's FA Cup because he feels Spurs can benefit from their lack of European football this season.

Liverpool legend Tommy Smith has urged Kenny Dalglish to add a 'proven' striker to his ranks this month in order maintain their challenge for a top four finish.

Jordan Henderson believes that Steven Gerrard has been an inspiration for Liverpool, with the skipper making his second comeback from injury for the Reds in the last 12 months and hoping to become a regular starter for the side.

Robin van Persie believes that Thierry Henry will be 'unbelievable' for Arsenal, with the striker admitting he personally asked the legend to make a return to north London, even if just on a temporary basis.

Match of the Day pundit Alan Hansen has tipped Arsenal star Robin Van Persie to end the season as the Premier League's top scorer.

With the transfer window now open, the rumour cauldrons are fresh with juicy gossip, none more so than those involving Arsenal.

Liverpool have the capacity to finish above their Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea, according to Anfield hero Alan Hansen.

Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has named Chelsea striker Fernando Torres as the biggest flop of 2011.

Chelsea are still working out the finer details of a deal with Gary Cahill for the England international to move to the club, according to Andre Villas-Boas, with the defender close to leaving Bolton.

Liverpool are reportedly lining up a £25m bid for Aston Villa and England striker Darren Bent, according to reports over the weekend.

Mark Lawrenson believes Tottenham Hotspur star Scott Parker has "transformed" Harry Redknapp's side since he arrived at White Hart Lane in the summer.

Arsenal are reportedly considering a shock move for Sunderland star Kieran Richardson in an effort to alleviate their mounting problems in defence.

Federico Macheda has revealed that Rio Ferdinand advised him to join QPR on loan, with the Manchester United striker planning on making the most of his time with the newly promoted Premier League club.

Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has lambasted Chelsea striker Fernando Torres' performance during the 2-1 victory at Molineux at the weekend.

Martin Keown believes Liverpool can be more than a match for Premier League leaders Manchester City when the two sides meet at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was well within his rights to punish Wayne Rooney if the strike was ill-prepared to train.

Rafael van der Vaart has pledged his future to Tottenham and revealed he has no intention of leaving White Hart Lane in January.

Multiple sources are claiming that Arsene Wenger will chase French left back Aly Cissokho in the transfer window, with Wayne Bridge off the cards for Arsenal as a result of his wage demands.

Martin Keown believes Manchester City will struggle to pip Manchester United to the Premier League title unless Roberto Mancini learns to trust his players.

Arsenal have already confirmed a deal is in place to bring Thierry Henry back to the club on a two-month loan deal but Arsene Wenger remains interested in signing additional cover in midfield.

Bobby Zamora's injury-time winner downed ten-man Arsenal to a 2-1 loss at Fulham in Monday's round of Premier League matches.

Fulham fought back with renewed vigour after the interval, but there were no significant results until five minutes from time when Steve Sidwell tapped home the equaliser.

Ramires scored the opener on 54 minutes, his sixth goal of the season.