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Liverpool claimed the fifth place in the Premier League table.

Jose Enrique is feeling a little nervous as he prepares to face old club Newcastle tonight, but the left-back is confident he made the best decision joining Liverpool in the summer transfer window.

Manchester City have insisted that they are not chasing long-standing Arsenal target Eden Hazard, with Roberto Mancini claiming that while the midfielder is a top player, the side haven't opened talks for a deal.

Phil Jones is hopeful of making his Manchester United return against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, after the defender made a quicker than expected recovery from an injury to his cheekbone.

Ian Rush believes that Andy Carroll will be a success at Liverpool, but insists the striker needs to be given time to grow and mature as well as building his confidence on the pitch.

Nigel Winterburn believes Thierry Henry is a great signing for Arsenal and believes the former captain could propel the club into the top four.

Chelsea have already started making waves in the next transfer window, with the club being given permission by Bolton to speak to defending sensation Gary Cahill for a deal in January.

Chelsea have agreed a fee with Bolton Wanderers for the purchase of English centre-back Gary Cahill, Bolton boss Owen Coyle confirmed.

Theo Walcott has dismissed the suggestion that Arsenal are concerned by Tottenham's impressive start to the season, and told his team-mates to concentrate on their own campaign.

Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed that Dimitar Berbatov's extension clause with Manchester United will be activated in the new year, with the striker an integral part of the squad despite his limited appearances for the side.

Liverpool look to have lost their battle to sign Irish youngster Rory Donnelly, with Swansea confirming that the striker will have a medical with hopes of moving to the Welsh club in January.

Kenny Dalglish has cautioned Liverpool supporters from expecting too much from Steven Gerrard, who is available to start on Friday against Newcastle.

Arsenal have confirmed they will sign Thierry Henry on a loan deal, with the striker set to serve as a back-up to Robin van Persie in January.

Arsenal have made considerable progress in securing a return for club legend Thierry Henry, with reports suggesting the player is set to sign the contract within 48 hours.

A win against bottom-club Blackburn Rovers on Saturday will see Manchester United end 2011 on top of the Premier League and veteran winger Ryan Giggs believes the club's experience could prove telling in the second half of the season.

Bryant bagged 28 points over the Knicks at Staples Center, leading the Los Angeles Lakers into a 99-82 win.

According to the England team manager, the practice of netting young players from around the world by top Premier League clubs will have long-term consequences.

Chelsea captain John Terry claims he could never leave Stamford Bridge to play elsewhere and admits he is honoured to be in an elite category of players who are one club men, such as Manchester United's Ryan Giggs and Liverpool's Steven Gerrard.

Joe Cole believes "fearless" Lille playmaker Eden Hazard has the potential to be as good as Lionel Messi, but cautioned the player should reject a move to Arsenal in January.

Liverpool and Manchester United have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Gaston Ramirez, with the playmaker insisting he's happy to stay at Bologna for the long term future.

Phil Jones will one day captain Manchester United and England according to Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean.

Former Liverpool playmaker Vladimir Smicer has recalled the moment he came off the bench to score in the 2005 Champions League final and spark the club's comeback against AC Milan.

The agent of Tottenham midfielder Sandro has dismissed reports linking the Brazilian with a move to their Premier League rivals Manchester United.

Manchester United face a battle to sign Luka Modric in January, after the Tottenham star pledged to stay in north London until at least the end of the season.

Jamie Redknapp admits he thought Tottenham would endure a difficult year at the beginning of the season, but suggests the arrival of Scott Parker and Daniel Levy's staunch refusal to sell Luka Modric, have played a fundamental role in the club's remarkable revival.

Oriol Romeu is planning on staying at Chelsea for another year at least

Chelsea have stepped up their pursuit of FC Porto's Hulk, after the player's agent revealed the striker was interested in a move to the Premier League.

Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that he is not considering his future at the moment, as the former Manchester United superstar collected an award for Globe Soccer Best Player of the Year in Dubai on Wednesday night.

Martin Keown believes Arsenal would seriously struggle were Robin Van Persie to succumb to injury this season.