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Hernan Crespo signs new contract with Parma (Jun 30, 2011 23:00 GMT)
Veteran striker Hernan Crespo has signed a one-year contract extension with Parma, the club have confirmed.
Klopp: Dortmund will be better next season (Jun 30, 2011 10:53 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp insists his team next season will be stronger that last term's title winning side.
Kevin Strootman keen to succeed at PSV (Jun 30, 2011 10:24 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven new boy Kevin Strootman insists he will not treat the club as a "way station'' to a move abroad.
Lille swoop for Rozehnal and Enyeama (Jun 30, 2011 07:00 GMT)
French champions Lille have further strengthened their squad by signing Czech defender David Rozehnal and Nigerian goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama.
Barcelona extend Thiago contract, €90m clause (Jun 29, 2011 13:06 GMT)
Barcelona have agreed a two-year contract extension with highly-rated youngster Thiago Alcantara.
Zanetti welcomes Gasperini's arrival at Inter (Jun 29, 2011 11:35 GMT)
Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti has welcomed the arrival of Gian Piero Gasperini as his side's new coach.
Inter to unveil new coach Gasperini next week (Jun 28, 2011 22:03 GMT)
New Inter Milan coach Gian Piero Gasperini will be unveiled to the media next Tuesday, the club confirmed.
Guti feels Messi has the edge on Ronaldo (Jun 28, 2011 14:14 GMT)
Former Real Madrid star Guti believes Cristiano Ronaldo trails Lionel Messi because he fails to deliver in the big games.
Mainz sign Austria midfielder Baumgartlinger (Jun 28, 2011 13:12 GMT)
Mainz have signed Austria midfielder Julian Baumgartlinger, subject to a medical.
Macheda: England better for youngsters (Jun 28, 2011 09:43 GMT)
Federico Macheda has revealed he wants to stay in the Premier League after his ill-fated loan stint with Sampdoria.
Messi will only leave Barca for Argentina (Jun 28, 2011 09:05 GMT)
Lionel Messi has reiterated that he would not consider a move to Real Madrid and says he would only leave Barcelona for a return to Argentina.
The land of a thousand derbies (Jun 28, 2011 07:49 GMT)
Uli Hesse brings you a geographical take on Germany from his new home in a football wasteland.
Inter turn to 'Gasperson' (Jun 28, 2011 07:49 GMT)
Roberto Gotta reports on the latest man in the Inter Milan firing line: Gian Piero Gasperini.
Doni: Pay cut thwarted Reds move (Jun 27, 2011 21:45 GMT)
Roma goalkeeper Alexander Doni has claimed that his protracted move to Liverpool broke down earlier this month because the Reds asked him to take a 60% pay cut.
Twente go Dutch with Adriaanse appointment (Jun 27, 2011 18:01 GMT)
FC Twente have handed Co Adriaanse a return to the Eredivisie after unveiling the former Ajax and Porto boss as their new manager.
Benzema: Real can topple Barca (Jun 27, 2011 09:32 GMT)
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has warned Barcelona they will find next year "very difficult" as Jose Mourinho prepares for his second season in charge.
Former Netherlands 'keeper Van Beveren dies (Jun 27, 2011 08:07 GMT)
Former PSV Eindhoven and Netherlands goalkeeper Jan van Beveren died on Sunday at the age of 63 in Houston.
PSG benefit from capital gains (Jun 27, 2011 07:57 GMT)
Tom Williams reports on PSG's attempts to get back in French spotlight after their summer takeover.
Nurnberg boss Hecking signs extension (Jun 26, 2011 16:02 GMT)
Nurnberg coach Dieter Hecking has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him with the Bundesliga club until June 2014.
Spain trio torment Swiss (Jun 26, 2011 11:01 GMT)
Michael Huguenin was in Aarhus to see the Spain Under-21 side secure glory over Switzerland.
Football mourns loss of nomadic coach Ivic (Jun 25, 2011 11:07 GMT)
Former Croatia coach Tomislav Ivic has died at the age of 77, the country's football federation has announced.
Villa wants to end career with Barcelona (Jun 25, 2011 01:20 GMT)
David Villa says he wants to play out the remainder of his career at Barcelona, dismissing reports linking him with a move away from the European champions.
Getafe sign ex-Deportivo star Rodriguez (Jun 24, 2011 15:28 GMT)
Getafe have confirmed the signing of former Deportivo La Coruna midfielder Juan Rodriguez.
Inter confirm Gasperini as new coach (Jun 24, 2011 14:35 GMT)
Inter Milan have confirmed Gian Piero Gasperini will take charge of the side next season.
Napoli sign up free agent Donadel (Jun 24, 2011 10:25 GMT)
Napoli have signed Italian midfielder Marco Donadel on a four-year contract.
Arnesen: Mancienne and Bruma are ready (Jun 24, 2011 10:15 GMT)
Hamburg sporting director Frank Arnesen has tipped new signings Michael Mancienne and Jeffrey Bruma to make an immediate impression when the new season gets underway.
Muller expects new-look Bayern to triumph (Jun 24, 2011 09:34 GMT)
Thomas Muller believes Bayern Munich's summer signings will give them the edge over Borussia Dortmund next season as the Bavarians look to reclaim the Bundesliga title.
Zidane feels Varane could become new Blanc (Jun 24, 2011 09:14 GMT)
Zinedine Zidane has backed Raphael Varane to be a success at Real Madrid and believes he could become the next Laurent Blanc.
Lille rule out Hazard sale (Jun 24, 2011 08:36 GMT)
Lille general manager Frederic Paquet is confident that Eden Hazard will still be playing for the French champions next season, despite speculation mounting that nouveau riche PSG will make a big-money bid.
Switzerland promise to attack (Jun 24, 2011 08:07 GMT)
Michael Hugenin previews the European U21 Championship final as Spain face Switzerland.
Melo unhappy with Juve 'bargaining chip' role (Jun 24, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo has reacted furiously amid reports that he will be used by the club in a part-exchange deal for Liverpool's Raul Meireles.
Tamata signs new PSV Eindhoven deal (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven defender Abel Tamata has signed a new three-year contract at the Philips Stadion.
Mihajlovic again rules out Inter switch (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Inter Milan endured another day of frustration as Sinisa Mihajlovic reiterated that he would not leave Fiorentina to move to the San Siro.
PSG: Leo will be sporting director (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Paris Saint-Germain president Robin Leproux has confirmed Inter coach Leonardo is poised to become the club's sporting director.
Madrid star Altintop to have back surgery (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Hamit Altintop is set to undergo back surgery next week.
Al Jazeera make TV move into French football (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Al Jazeera have made a shock move into European TV rights after they bought a package of exclusive live French football for €90 million a year.
Euro U21: Spain to meet Swiss in finals (Jun 22, 2011 19:16 GMT)
Spain will take on Switzerland in the finals of the European U21 Championships after both came through periods of extra time to win through to Saturday's final.
Juventus announce signings of four players (Jun 22, 2011 11:03 GMT)
Juventus have announced the permanent signings of four players: Alessandro Matri, Fabio Quagliarella, Simone Pepe and Marco Motta.
Zarate: I'm staying at Lazio next season (Jun 22, 2011 10:47 GMT)
Argentina striker Mauro Zarate wants to remain at Lazio next season.
Moratti plays down Inter job links with Blanc (Jun 22, 2011 10:07 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has denied reports that France coach Laurent Blanc will be the club's next manager.
Barca president 'concerned' over club finances (Jun 22, 2011 07:39 GMT)
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell says that he is 'concerned' by the financial state of the current European champions and has urged the club to start to balance the books.
Pereira: I will take Porto forward (Jun 21, 2011 22:40 GMT)
New Porto coach Vitor Pereira believes the club can continue to grow and thrive despite the departure of his highly-rated predecessor Andre Villas-Boas.
Lyon appoint Remi Garde as Puel replacement (Jun 21, 2011 22:06 GMT)
Lyon will unveil former defender Remi Garde as their new manager on Wednesday morning, after the 45-year-old was confirmed as Claude Puel's replacement at the Stade Gerland.
Upsets unlikely in Under-21 semi-finals (Jun 21, 2011 15:58 GMT)
Michael Hugenin previews some unlikely semi-finals in the European Under-21 Championship.
No Capello-Inter move, Hiddink linked (Jun 21, 2011 14:23 GMT)
Fabio Capello is yet to be tempted by the lure of the imminent Inter Milan job vacancy, according to sources closest to him, as Guus Hiddink becomes the latest name linked with the deposed Italian champions.
Dortmund get Hamburg in Bundesliga opener (Jun 21, 2011 13:42 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund will open the defence of their Bundesliga crown at home to Hamburg on August 5.
Milan midfielder Flamini expects new deal (Jun 21, 2011 12:22 GMT)
Mathieu Flamini believes he will be offered a new contract by AC Milan as he prepares to end the final year of his current deal.
Lucio wants two-year extension to Inter deal (Jun 21, 2011 12:12 GMT)
Brazilian defender Lucio is hoping Inter Milan offer him a two-year contract extension.
Brassell: Mouve over, Jose (Jun 21, 2011 08:59 GMT)
Given Andre Villas-Boas's plentiful links to England there is a certain inevitability to his arrival at Chelsea, writes Andy Brassell.
Granada gains a new attraction (Jun 21, 2011 08:50 GMT)
Chris Adams-Wall reports as Granada welcomes Primera Division football after a 35-year gap.
PSV's financial fight reaches crisis point (Jun 21, 2011 08:50 GMT)
PSV's financial problems have contributed to their slide down the Dutch league, writes Ernst Bouwes.
Fiorentina insists Mihajlovic is staying put (Jun 21, 2011 08:42 GMT)
Fiorentina insist coach Sinisa Mihajlovic will remain at the club next season despite speculation he will join Inter Milan this summer.
Manager Profile: Leonardo (Jun 21, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Jon Carterprofiles the blossoming career of AC Milan boss Leonardo.
Lyon confirm Puel departure after poor season (Jun 20, 2011 20:17 GMT)
Lyon have announced that Claude Puel has left his job as coach of the club after they failed to pick up any silverware for the third successive season in France.
Man United target Kagawa in Dortmund talks (Jun 20, 2011 11:32 GMT)
Reported Manchester United target Shinji Kagawa has opened talks over a new deal with Bundesliga champions Borussia Dortmund.
Porto deny Chelsea deal for coach Villas-Boas (Jun 20, 2011 09:52 GMT)
FC Porto insist they have not received an offer from Chelsea that meets the &euro15 million release clause in the contract of treble-winning coach Andre Villas-Boas.
Lack of goals cost Denmark and England (Jun 20, 2011 08:26 GMT)
Michael Hugenin reviews the final round of group matches at the European U21 championships.
Barcelona tipped to sign Udinese's Sanchez (Jun 20, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona have won the race to sign Udinese winger Alexis Sanchez, according to reports out of Spain, after the Catalan giants outbid Manchester United and City.
Euro U21: Late goals send England crashing out (Jun 19, 2011 20:50 GMT)
England were sent crashing out of the European Under-21 Championships as two late goals earned Czech Republic a 2-1 win and a date with Switzerland in the semi-finals.
Ambrosini: Milan can match all except Barca (Jun 19, 2011 14:47 GMT)
AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini is confident of retaining the Serie A title and believes they can match anyone except Barcelona in Europe.
Pander leaves Schalke to join Hannover (Jun 19, 2011 14:08 GMT)
Former Germany international Christian Pander has completed his move to Hannover from Schalke.
Inter Milan rule out move for Villas-Boas (Jun 19, 2011 13:28 GMT)
Inter Milan have dismissed reports Andre Villas-Boas is set to become the club's new head coach.
Granada promoted to La Liga after 35-year wait (Jun 18, 2011 21:46 GMT)
Granada will play in the top flight of Spanish football for the first time since 1976 after sealing promotion on away goals after a 1-1 draw in Elche.
Euro U21: Swiss seal top spot, Danes miss out (Jun 18, 2011 20:52 GMT)
Iceland beat Denmark 3-1 but missed out on a place in the semi-finals of the Under-21 European Championships to Belarus on head to head record.
Russia: CSKA maintain two-point gap at top (Jun 18, 2011 20:15 GMT)
CSKA Moscow maintained their two-point advantage at the top of the Premier Liga with a 2-0 victory at basement side Spartak Nalchik.
England U21 boss Pearce still to decide XI (Jun 18, 2011 15:07 GMT)
Stuart Pearce is torn over the final place in England's starting line-up for Sunday's must-win European Under-21 Championship clash with Czech Republic.
Noel Le Graet elected president of FFF (Jun 18, 2011 12:06 GMT)
Noel Le Graet has been elected as the new president of the French football federation.
Inter seek new coach as Leonardo joins PSG (Jun 17, 2011 10:58 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Leonardo has quit to take up a new role with PSG, leaving the Nerazzurri to hunt for their third coach in less than a year.
Barca's Bojan would be "perfect fit" for Roma (Jun 17, 2011 10:38 GMT)
Roma director Walter Sabatini says Barcelona's Bojan Krkic would be a "perfect fit" for the Serie A club, less than 24 hours after agent Zoran Vekic said a move to the Italian capital would suit the forward.
Huguenin: All open at Under-21s (Jun 17, 2011 10:36 GMT)
Michael Huguenin previews the final group games at the neatly poised U-21 European Championships.
Rosell: Barca could spend more than €45m (Jun 16, 2011 14:43 GMT)
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has admitted that the Catalans are willing to spend more than their allocated summer transfer budget to bolster their squad ahead of next season.
DFB call time on Ballack's international career (Jun 16, 2011 11:36 GMT)
The German Football Federation have announced former captain Michael Ballack will no longer be considered for international duty.
First XI: One-club players (Jun 16, 2011 09:59 GMT)
This week's First XI looks at some of the players to have dedicated their entire careers to one club.
De Gea motivated by Man United interest (Jun 16, 2011 08:55 GMT)
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper David De Gea has says the possibility of becoming one of the world's most expensive goalkeepers if he joins Manchester United gives him more motivation.
Jones: England still confident of going through (Jun 16, 2011 08:43 GMT)
England's progression to the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Championship remains in jeopardy after a disappointing 0-0 draw on Wednesday night against Ukraine.
Moratti confirms Leonardo set for Inter exit (Jun 15, 2011 14:05 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has revealed Leonardo could leave the San Siro this summer amid reports his coach wants to join Fench club Paris Saint Germain.
Managing expectations (Jun 15, 2011 08:47 GMT)
Roberto Gotta explains why life as an Italian boss can be far tougher than elsewhere.
Pearce believes Under-21s will come good (Jun 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce has insisted it is far too early to judge his England side or Spain ahead of their second matches at the European Under-21 Championships.
Euro U21: England draw, Spain beat Czechs (Jun 14, 2011 21:05 GMT)
England's Under-21 European Championship campaign requires a weekend win against the Czech Republic for it to continue after a dull draw with Ukraine in Herning.
Euro U21 Champs: Swiss roll into semi-finals (Jun 14, 2011 19:46 GMT)
Switzerland cemented their place at the top of Group A and all but book their place in the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Championship as goals from Fabian Frei and Innocent Emeghara gave them a 2-0 win over Iceland.
Ruud Gullit axed by Russian side Terek Grozny (Jun 14, 2011 16:12 GMT)
Ruud Gullit has been sacked as manager of Terek Grozny just minutes after losing 1-0 to Russian Premier League rivals FK Amkar Perm on Tuesday.
Moratti denies link with Bielsa as new manager (Jun 14, 2011 13:03 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has vehemently denied reports he is in talks with veteran coach Marcelo Bielsa.
Casillas hungry for greater things at Madrid (Jun 13, 2011 16:29 GMT)
Iker Casillas believes Real Madrid must aim to become champions of Spain and Europe once more after being forced to settle for the Copa del Rey last season.
Sochaux appoint Bazdarevic as new manager (Jun 13, 2011 13:52 GMT)
Mehmed Bazdarevic believes he has taken on the biggest challenge of his career after his appointment as manager of Sochaux.
Preud'homme quits Twente to join Al-Shabab (Jun 13, 2011 10:12 GMT)
Michel Preud'homme has resigned as manager of FC Twente to take up a lucrative job offer in Saudi Arabia.
Andy Brassell: Krasnozhan axe arouses suspicions (Jun 13, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Lokomotiv Moscow versus Spartak Nalchik will come under intense scrutiny amid sinster allegations, says Andy Brassell.
Giovinco to stay at Parma, Buffon committed (Jun 13, 2011 09:41 GMT)
Sebastian Giovinco's agent claims that the midfielder will be at Parma next season, despite new Juventus coach Antonio Conte's desire to bring him back to Turin.
Emanuelson committed to Milan, despite reports (Jun 13, 2011 09:31 GMT)
Dutch midfielder Urby Emanuelson says that he has no intention of leaving AC Milan this summer.
Huguenin: England stun Spain with late equaliser (Jun 13, 2011 09:12 GMT)
Michael Huguenin reviews the action from the Euro U21 Championships as England hold Spain.
Roma bid for Uruguay's Ramirez, says agent (Jun 13, 2011 09:01 GMT)
Roma have made an offer to sign Uruguay international Gaston Ramirez from Bologna, according to the player's agent.
Elche set up La Liga play-off with Granada (Jun 13, 2011 06:00 GMT)
Elche set up a promotion play-off final against Granada after beating Real Valladolid in the last four.
Welbeck, Pearce take positives from draw (Jun 12, 2011 21:27 GMT)
Goalscorer Danny Welbeck hopes England can build on the 1-1 draw against Spain in their European Under-21 Championship opener in Herning.
Cassano to stay on with AC Milan - agent (Jun 12, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Antonio Cassano will not be departing AC Milan, despite consistent reports to the contrary, according to his agent Beppe Bozzo.
Julio Cesar quells United transfer speculation (Jun 12, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar has quashed rumours regarding his future at the club, insisting he will not move to Manchester United this summer.
Euro U21: Swiss, Belarus grab opening victories (Jun 11, 2011 21:23 GMT)
The European U21 championships got off to a bad start for hosts Denmark when they suffered an opening defeat to Switzerland, though were left to rue a late refereeing decision and a fine performance from Swiss goalkeeper Yann Sommer.
Euro U21: Welbeck leveller grabs Spain draw (Jun 11, 2011 20:39 GMT)
England's European U21 championship got off to a shaky yet rewarding start when they escaped from a one-sided encounter with Spain to draw 1-1 in Herning.
Savo Milosevic's dad killed by grandfather (Jun 11, 2011 18:57 GMT)
Former Aston Villa striker Savo Milosevic has suffered the death of his father - at the hands of his grandfather.
Mancienne ready for Hamburg challenge (Jun 11, 2011 13:10 GMT)
England Under-21 international Michael Mancienne believes his decision to quit Chelsea and join Bundesliga side Hamburg will make him a better player.
The young ones (Jun 11, 2011 06:59 GMT)
Mark Lomas picks out eight players expected to make an impression at the European Under-21 Championship.
Lukaku focused on exams, not Chelsea (Jun 11, 2011 01:11 GMT)
Anderlecht prodigy Romelu Lukaku says he will be in Belgium for his upcomingl exams as well as his current club's pre-season training, despite being linked to a move to Chelsea.
Denmark play host to U-21 feast (Jun 10, 2011 17:02 GMT)
Michael Huguenin previews the U-21 European Championships as Denmark look to win on home soil.
Klose eyes title bid with new club Lazio (Jun 10, 2011 09:55 GMT)
New Lazio striker Miroslav Klose believes his club can battle for the league title next season.
Italian keeper left red-faced by penalty kick
(Jun 10, 2011 09:29 GMT)
An Italian goalkeeper was left embarrassed after celebrating a penalty miss, only to see the ball roll back into the net.
Seedorf: Champions League behind AC stay (Jun 10, 2011 09:01 GMT)
Midfielder Clarence Seedorf claims that he penned a one-year extension at AC Milan because of his love for the club.
Chievo appoint Domenico Di Carlo as boss (Jun 10, 2011 08:21 GMT)
Serie A side Chievo have appointed Domenico Di Carlo as their new coach, the club have announced.
Catania choose Montella as new coach (Jun 9, 2011 17:03 GMT)
Vincenzo Montella has been appointed the new coach of Catania on a two-year deal.
Preud'homme to quit Twente for Saudi Arabia? (Jun 9, 2011 12:04 GMT)
Michel Preud'homme is poised to quit as coach of FC Twente after just one season at the helm, according to reports in Holland.
Dudek: Benzema better than Brazilian Ronaldo (Jun 9, 2011 08:56 GMT)
Ex-Real Madrid goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek has claimed that his former team-mate Karim Benzema is even better than Brazil legend Ronaldo.
Barca announce €45m budget (Jun 9, 2011 08:08 GMT)
Barcelona will be able to spend €45 million on new players this summer after the Catalan club's vice-president for economic affairs, Javier Faus, revealed the budget.
Fournier given chance to turn Auxerre around (Jun 8, 2011 20:05 GMT)
Auxerre have confirmed Laurent Fournier as their new coach.
Sanchez takes over as boss of Valenciennes (Jun 8, 2011 19:39 GMT)
Ligue 1 outfit Valenciennes have appointed Daniel Sanchez as coach on a two-year deal.
Manzano confirmed as new boss of Atletico (Jun 8, 2011 18:55 GMT)
Gregorio Manzano has been confirmed as the new coach of Atletico Madrid on a one-year deal.
Ambitious Getafe hire Garcia as new manager (Jun 8, 2011 14:30 GMT)
Luis Garcia Plaza has been confirmed as the new coach of ambitious Primera Division outfit Getafe.
Bayern complete Neuer signing (Jun 8, 2011 14:20 GMT)
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has completed his transfer to Bayern Munich, signing for the Bavarians on a five-year deal after passing a medical on Wednesday.
Luis Enrique: I am Roma's new coach (Jun 8, 2011 13:43 GMT)
Luis Enrique has confirmed he has reached an agreement with Roma to leave Barcelona B and become the Giallorossi's new manager.
No AC Milan approach for Aquilani - agent (Jun 8, 2011 11:16 GMT)
Alberto Aquilani's agent has denied reports in Italy that the Liverpool midfielder has been approached by AC Milan.
Legends Cruyff and Davids join Ajax board (Jun 7, 2011 10:41 GMT)
Johan Cruyff and Edgar Davids have been elected to the Ajax board of directors.
Schalke profit from Bayern's desire (Jun 7, 2011 07:37 GMT)
Uli Hesse on the financial sense of Bayern bringing Manuel Neuer to the club this summer.
Francis Gillot named new Bordeaux boss (Jun 6, 2011 15:30 GMT)
Bordeaux have confirmed the appointment of Francis Gillot as their new coach on a two-year deal.
Deschamps to stay at Marseille next season (Jun 6, 2011 13:38 GMT)
Didier Deschamps will see out the final year of his contract as coach of Marseille, according to a senior club official.
Catania keen to bring in Montella as coach (Jun 6, 2011 13:04 GMT)
Vincenzo Montella is the leading candidate to take charge of Catania next season, the club confirmed.
Doni: I am scapegoat for match-fixing scandal (Jun 6, 2011 12:28 GMT)
Atalanta captain Cristiano Doni believes he is being made a scapegoat for the latest match-fixing scandal in Italian football.
Real chief Perez: Mourinho is 'best in the world' (Jun 6, 2011 11:56 GMT)
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reiterated his faith in Jose Mourinho, labelling the Portuguese ''the best coach in the world''.
Ancelotti to take a year out of coaching (Jun 6, 2011 11:09 GMT)
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed he will take a one-year sabbatical from coaching after being dismissed by Chelsea last month.
Klose confirms Bayern exit, Boateng linked (Jun 6, 2011 11:03 GMT)
Bayern Munich have confirmed Germany striker Miroslav Klose will leave the club at the end of the month after talks over a new deal broke down.
Xavi: Barca best, Messi the greatest of all-time (Jun 6, 2011 10:39 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Xavi has claimed the current European and Spanish champions are the best team of the last 20 years and hailed Lionel Messi as the best player of all time.
Fernandez takes up Nancy manager's post (Jun 6, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Nancy have named Jean Fernandez as their new coach.
Balotelli reveals shock at organised crime tour (Jun 5, 2011 20:15 GMT)
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has spoken of being "astonished and disappointed" to discover that a tour he was given of Naples was conducted by members of powerful organised crime syndicates.
Danny boys seal England Under-21s victory (Jun 5, 2011 16:40 GMT)
A superb solo goal from Danny Rose helped England cruise to a 2-0 victory against Norway in their final friendly before the European Under-21 Championships .
Montanier named new Real Sociedad manager (Jun 4, 2011 19:14 GMT)
Real Sociedad have confirmed the appointment of Philippe Montanier as their new coach.
Fernandez reveals talks over Nancy job (Jun 3, 2011 10:40 GMT)
Jean Fernandez has revealed he has held talks about taking over as Nancy coach.
Mourinho rules out Higuain and Benzema sales (Jun 3, 2011 07:12 GMT)
Jose Mourinho has dismissed reports that Gonzalo Higuain and Karim Benzema could leave Real Madrid this summer and suggested he is keen to seal the permanent signing of Emmanuel Adebayor.
Fernandez quits Auxerre (Jun 2, 2011 18:56 GMT)
Jean Fernandez has resigned as Auxerre coach after five years at the helm.
Palermo appoint Stefano Pioli as new coach (Jun 2, 2011 12:34 GMT)
Palermo have confirmed Stefano Pioli as their new coach following the departure of Delio Rossi.
Wantaway Gillot wants Bordeaux move (Jun 2, 2011 10:43 GMT)
Wantaway Sochaux coach Francis Gillot has set his sights on becoming Bordeaux boss, labelling the prospect ''my priority''.
Simeone leaves Catania, despite good form (Jun 2, 2011 07:29 GMT)
Catania have parted company with coach Diego Simeone.
Ex-Lazio captain Signori under house arrest (Jun 1, 2011 13:10 GMT)
Former Lazio star Guiseppe Signori has been put under house arrest for alleged involvement in a match-fixing scandal in Italy.
Rossi leaves Palermo by mutual consent (Jun 1, 2011 12:49 GMT)
Veteran coach Delio Rossi has left Palermo for a second time this year.
Ajax plan Van der Sar tribute (Jun 1, 2011 10:52 GMT)
Ajax have announced plans to hold a testimonial for their former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar following his retirement.
Bordeaux striker Diabate signs extension (Jun 1, 2011 10:46 GMT)
Bordeaux striker Cheick Diabate has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at the Ligue 1 club until 2015.
Marseille boss Deschamps set for Roma talks (Jun 1, 2011 09:34 GMT)
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini will meet Marseille coach Didier Deschamps soon to discuss the Serie A club's managerial role.
Sampdoria's fall from grace (Jun 1, 2011 07:57 GMT)
Roberto Gotta assesses the reasons for Sampdoria's dismal season and relegation from Serie A.
Dutch keen to bury Brazilian ghosts (Jun 1, 2011 07:57 GMT)
As Netherlands prepare to get out to South America, Ernst Bouwes recounts their last tour there.
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Hernan Crespo signs new contract with Parma (Jun 30, 2011 23:00 GMT)
Veteran striker Hernan Crespo has signed a one-year contract extension with Parma, the club have confirmed.
Klopp: Dortmund will be better next season (Jun 30, 2011 10:53 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp insists his team next season will be stronger that last term's title winning side.
Kevin Strootman keen to succeed at PSV (Jun 30, 2011 10:24 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven new boy Kevin Strootman insists he will not treat the club as a "way station'' to a move abroad.
Lille swoop for Rozehnal and Enyeama (Jun 30, 2011 07:00 GMT)
French champions Lille have further strengthened their squad by signing Czech defender David Rozehnal and Nigerian goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama.
Barcelona extend Thiago contract, €90m clause (Jun 29, 2011 13:06 GMT)
Barcelona have agreed a two-year contract extension with highly-rated youngster Thiago Alcantara.
Zanetti welcomes Gasperini's arrival at Inter (Jun 29, 2011 11:35 GMT)
Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti has welcomed the arrival of Gian Piero Gasperini as his side's new coach.
Inter to unveil new coach Gasperini next week (Jun 28, 2011 22:03 GMT)
New Inter Milan coach Gian Piero Gasperini will be unveiled to the media next Tuesday, the club confirmed.
Guti feels Messi has the edge on Ronaldo (Jun 28, 2011 14:14 GMT)
Former Real Madrid star Guti believes Cristiano Ronaldo trails Lionel Messi because he fails to deliver in the big games.
Mainz sign Austria midfielder Baumgartlinger (Jun 28, 2011 13:12 GMT)
Mainz have signed Austria midfielder Julian Baumgartlinger, subject to a medical.
Macheda: England better for youngsters (Jun 28, 2011 09:43 GMT)
Federico Macheda has revealed he wants to stay in the Premier League after his ill-fated loan stint with Sampdoria.
Messi will only leave Barca for Argentina (Jun 28, 2011 09:05 GMT)
Lionel Messi has reiterated that he would not consider a move to Real Madrid and says he would only leave Barcelona for a return to Argentina.
The land of a thousand derbies (Jun 28, 2011 07:49 GMT)
Uli Hesse brings you a geographical take on Germany from his new home in a football wasteland.
Inter turn to 'Gasperson' (Jun 28, 2011 07:49 GMT)
Roberto Gotta reports on the latest man in the Inter Milan firing line: Gian Piero Gasperini.
Doni: Pay cut thwarted Reds move (Jun 27, 2011 21:45 GMT)
Roma goalkeeper Alexander Doni has claimed that his protracted move to Liverpool broke down earlier this month because the Reds asked him to take a 60% pay cut.
Twente go Dutch with Adriaanse appointment (Jun 27, 2011 18:01 GMT)
FC Twente have handed Co Adriaanse a return to the Eredivisie after unveiling the former Ajax and Porto boss as their new manager.
Benzema: Real can topple Barca (Jun 27, 2011 09:32 GMT)
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has warned Barcelona they will find next year "very difficult" as Jose Mourinho prepares for his second season in charge.
Former Netherlands 'keeper Van Beveren dies (Jun 27, 2011 08:07 GMT)
Former PSV Eindhoven and Netherlands goalkeeper Jan van Beveren died on Sunday at the age of 63 in Houston.
PSG benefit from capital gains (Jun 27, 2011 07:57 GMT)
Tom Williams reports on PSG's attempts to get back in French spotlight after their summer takeover.
Nurnberg boss Hecking signs extension (Jun 26, 2011 16:02 GMT)
Nurnberg coach Dieter Hecking has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him with the Bundesliga club until June 2014.
Spain trio torment Swiss (Jun 26, 2011 11:01 GMT)
Michael Huguenin was in Aarhus to see the Spain Under-21 side secure glory over Switzerland.
Football mourns loss of nomadic coach Ivic (Jun 25, 2011 11:07 GMT)
Former Croatia coach Tomislav Ivic has died at the age of 77, the country's football federation has announced.
Villa wants to end career with Barcelona (Jun 25, 2011 01:20 GMT)
David Villa says he wants to play out the remainder of his career at Barcelona, dismissing reports linking him with a move away from the European champions.
Getafe sign ex-Deportivo star Rodriguez (Jun 24, 2011 15:28 GMT)
Getafe have confirmed the signing of former Deportivo La Coruna midfielder Juan Rodriguez.
Inter confirm Gasperini as new coach (Jun 24, 2011 14:35 GMT)
Inter Milan have confirmed Gian Piero Gasperini will take charge of the side next season.
Napoli sign up free agent Donadel (Jun 24, 2011 10:25 GMT)
Napoli have signed Italian midfielder Marco Donadel on a four-year contract.
Arnesen: Mancienne and Bruma are ready (Jun 24, 2011 10:15 GMT)
Hamburg sporting director Frank Arnesen has tipped new signings Michael Mancienne and Jeffrey Bruma to make an immediate impression when the new season gets underway.
Muller expects new-look Bayern to triumph (Jun 24, 2011 09:34 GMT)
Thomas Muller believes Bayern Munich's summer signings will give them the edge over Borussia Dortmund next season as the Bavarians look to reclaim the Bundesliga title.
Zidane feels Varane could become new Blanc (Jun 24, 2011 09:14 GMT)
Zinedine Zidane has backed Raphael Varane to be a success at Real Madrid and believes he could become the next Laurent Blanc.
Lille rule out Hazard sale (Jun 24, 2011 08:36 GMT)
Lille general manager Frederic Paquet is confident that Eden Hazard will still be playing for the French champions next season, despite speculation mounting that nouveau riche PSG will make a big-money bid.
Switzerland promise to attack (Jun 24, 2011 08:07 GMT)
Michael Hugenin previews the European U21 Championship final as Spain face Switzerland.
Melo unhappy with Juve 'bargaining chip' role (Jun 24, 2011 08:00 GMT)
Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo has reacted furiously amid reports that he will be used by the club in a part-exchange deal for Liverpool's Raul Meireles.
Tamata signs new PSV Eindhoven deal (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven defender Abel Tamata has signed a new three-year contract at the Philips Stadion.
Mihajlovic again rules out Inter switch (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Inter Milan endured another day of frustration as Sinisa Mihajlovic reiterated that he would not leave Fiorentina to move to the San Siro.
PSG: Leo will be sporting director (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Paris Saint-Germain president Robin Leproux has confirmed Inter coach Leonardo is poised to become the club's sporting director.
Madrid star Altintop to have back surgery (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Real Madrid midfielder Hamit Altintop is set to undergo back surgery next week.
Al Jazeera make TV move into French football (Jun 23, 2011 21:44 GMT)
Al Jazeera have made a shock move into European TV rights after they bought a package of exclusive live French football for €90 million a year.
Euro U21: Spain to meet Swiss in finals (Jun 22, 2011 19:16 GMT)
Spain will take on Switzerland in the finals of the European U21 Championships after both came through periods of extra time to win through to Saturday's final.
Juventus announce signings of four players (Jun 22, 2011 11:03 GMT)
Juventus have announced the permanent signings of four players: Alessandro Matri, Fabio Quagliarella, Simone Pepe and Marco Motta.
Zarate: I'm staying at Lazio next season (Jun 22, 2011 10:47 GMT)
Argentina striker Mauro Zarate wants to remain at Lazio next season.
Moratti plays down Inter job links with Blanc (Jun 22, 2011 10:07 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has denied reports that France coach Laurent Blanc will be the club's next manager.
Barca president 'concerned' over club finances (Jun 22, 2011 07:39 GMT)
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell says that he is 'concerned' by the financial state of the current European champions and has urged the club to start to balance the books.
Pereira: I will take Porto forward (Jun 21, 2011 22:40 GMT)
New Porto coach Vitor Pereira believes the club can continue to grow and thrive despite the departure of his highly-rated predecessor Andre Villas-Boas.
Lyon appoint Remi Garde as Puel replacement (Jun 21, 2011 22:06 GMT)
Lyon will unveil former defender Remi Garde as their new manager on Wednesday morning, after the 45-year-old was confirmed as Claude Puel's replacement at the Stade Gerland.
Upsets unlikely in Under-21 semi-finals (Jun 21, 2011 15:58 GMT)
Michael Hugenin previews some unlikely semi-finals in the European Under-21 Championship.
No Capello-Inter move, Hiddink linked (Jun 21, 2011 14:23 GMT)
Fabio Capello is yet to be tempted by the lure of the imminent Inter Milan job vacancy, according to sources closest to him, as Guus Hiddink becomes the latest name linked with the deposed Italian champions.
Dortmund get Hamburg in Bundesliga opener (Jun 21, 2011 13:42 GMT)
Borussia Dortmund will open the defence of their Bundesliga crown at home to Hamburg on August 5.
Milan midfielder Flamini expects new deal (Jun 21, 2011 12:22 GMT)
Mathieu Flamini believes he will be offered a new contract by AC Milan as he prepares to end the final year of his current deal.
Lucio wants two-year extension to Inter deal (Jun 21, 2011 12:12 GMT)
Brazilian defender Lucio is hoping Inter Milan offer him a two-year contract extension.
Brassell: Mouve over, Jose (Jun 21, 2011 08:59 GMT)
Given Andre Villas-Boas's plentiful links to England there is a certain inevitability to his arrival at Chelsea, writes Andy Brassell.
Granada gains a new attraction (Jun 21, 2011 08:50 GMT)
Chris Adams-Wall reports as Granada welcomes Primera Division football after a 35-year gap.
PSV's financial fight reaches crisis point (Jun 21, 2011 08:50 GMT)
PSV's financial problems have contributed to their slide down the Dutch league, writes Ernst Bouwes.
Fiorentina insists Mihajlovic is staying put (Jun 21, 2011 08:42 GMT)
Fiorentina insist coach Sinisa Mihajlovic will remain at the club next season despite speculation he will join Inter Milan this summer.
Manager Profile: Leonardo (Jun 21, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Jon Carterprofiles the blossoming career of AC Milan boss Leonardo.
Lyon confirm Puel departure after poor season (Jun 20, 2011 20:17 GMT)
Lyon have announced that Claude Puel has left his job as coach of the club after they failed to pick up any silverware for the third successive season in France.
Man United target Kagawa in Dortmund talks (Jun 20, 2011 11:32 GMT)
Reported Manchester United target Shinji Kagawa has opened talks over a new deal with Bundesliga champions Borussia Dortmund.
Porto deny Chelsea deal for coach Villas-Boas (Jun 20, 2011 09:52 GMT)
FC Porto insist they have not received an offer from Chelsea that meets the &euro15 million release clause in the contract of treble-winning coach Andre Villas-Boas.
Lack of goals cost Denmark and England (Jun 20, 2011 08:26 GMT)
Michael Hugenin reviews the final round of group matches at the European U21 championships.
Barcelona tipped to sign Udinese's Sanchez (Jun 20, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona have won the race to sign Udinese winger Alexis Sanchez, according to reports out of Spain, after the Catalan giants outbid Manchester United and City.
Euro U21: Late goals send England crashing out (Jun 19, 2011 20:50 GMT)
England were sent crashing out of the European Under-21 Championships as two late goals earned Czech Republic a 2-1 win and a date with Switzerland in the semi-finals.
Ambrosini: Milan can match all except Barca (Jun 19, 2011 14:47 GMT)
AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini is confident of retaining the Serie A title and believes they can match anyone except Barcelona in Europe.
Pander leaves Schalke to join Hannover (Jun 19, 2011 14:08 GMT)
Former Germany international Christian Pander has completed his move to Hannover from Schalke.
Inter Milan rule out move for Villas-Boas (Jun 19, 2011 13:28 GMT)
Inter Milan have dismissed reports Andre Villas-Boas is set to become the club's new head coach.
Granada promoted to La Liga after 35-year wait (Jun 18, 2011 21:46 GMT)
Granada will play in the top flight of Spanish football for the first time since 1976 after sealing promotion on away goals after a 1-1 draw in Elche.
Euro U21: Swiss seal top spot, Danes miss out (Jun 18, 2011 20:52 GMT)
Iceland beat Denmark 3-1 but missed out on a place in the semi-finals of the Under-21 European Championships to Belarus on head to head record.
Russia: CSKA maintain two-point gap at top (Jun 18, 2011 20:15 GMT)
CSKA Moscow maintained their two-point advantage at the top of the Premier Liga with a 2-0 victory at basement side Spartak Nalchik.
England U21 boss Pearce still to decide XI (Jun 18, 2011 15:07 GMT)
Stuart Pearce is torn over the final place in England's starting line-up for Sunday's must-win European Under-21 Championship clash with Czech Republic.
Noel Le Graet elected president of FFF (Jun 18, 2011 12:06 GMT)
Noel Le Graet has been elected as the new president of the French football federation.
Inter seek new coach as Leonardo joins PSG (Jun 17, 2011 10:58 GMT)
Inter Milan coach Leonardo has quit to take up a new role with PSG, leaving the Nerazzurri to hunt for their third coach in less than a year.
Barca's Bojan would be "perfect fit" for Roma (Jun 17, 2011 10:38 GMT)
Roma director Walter Sabatini says Barcelona's Bojan Krkic would be a "perfect fit" for the Serie A club, less than 24 hours after agent Zoran Vekic said a move to the Italian capital would suit the forward.
Huguenin: All open at Under-21s (Jun 17, 2011 10:36 GMT)
Michael Huguenin previews the final group games at the neatly poised U-21 European Championships.
Rosell: Barca could spend more than €45m (Jun 16, 2011 14:43 GMT)
Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has admitted that the Catalans are willing to spend more than their allocated summer transfer budget to bolster their squad ahead of next season.
DFB call time on Ballack's international career (Jun 16, 2011 11:36 GMT)
The German Football Federation have announced former captain Michael Ballack will no longer be considered for international duty.
First XI: One-club players (Jun 16, 2011 09:59 GMT)
This week's First XI looks at some of the players to have dedicated their entire careers to one club.
De Gea motivated by Man United interest (Jun 16, 2011 08:55 GMT)
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper David De Gea has says the possibility of becoming one of the world's most expensive goalkeepers if he joins Manchester United gives him more motivation.
Jones: England still confident of going through (Jun 16, 2011 08:43 GMT)
England's progression to the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Championship remains in jeopardy after a disappointing 0-0 draw on Wednesday night against Ukraine.
Moratti confirms Leonardo set for Inter exit (Jun 15, 2011 14:05 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has revealed Leonardo could leave the San Siro this summer amid reports his coach wants to join Fench club Paris Saint Germain.
Managing expectations (Jun 15, 2011 08:47 GMT)
Roberto Gotta explains why life as an Italian boss can be far tougher than elsewhere.
Pearce believes Under-21s will come good (Jun 15, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce has insisted it is far too early to judge his England side or Spain ahead of their second matches at the European Under-21 Championships.
Euro U21: England draw, Spain beat Czechs (Jun 14, 2011 21:05 GMT)
England's Under-21 European Championship campaign requires a weekend win against the Czech Republic for it to continue after a dull draw with Ukraine in Herning.
Euro U21 Champs: Swiss roll into semi-finals (Jun 14, 2011 19:46 GMT)
Switzerland cemented their place at the top of Group A and all but book their place in the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Championship as goals from Fabian Frei and Innocent Emeghara gave them a 2-0 win over Iceland.
Ruud Gullit axed by Russian side Terek Grozny (Jun 14, 2011 16:12 GMT)
Ruud Gullit has been sacked as manager of Terek Grozny just minutes after losing 1-0 to Russian Premier League rivals FK Amkar Perm on Tuesday.
Moratti denies link with Bielsa as new manager (Jun 14, 2011 13:03 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has vehemently denied reports he is in talks with veteran coach Marcelo Bielsa.
Casillas hungry for greater things at Madrid (Jun 13, 2011 16:29 GMT)
Iker Casillas believes Real Madrid must aim to become champions of Spain and Europe once more after being forced to settle for the Copa del Rey last season.
Sochaux appoint Bazdarevic as new manager (Jun 13, 2011 13:52 GMT)
Mehmed Bazdarevic believes he has taken on the biggest challenge of his career after his appointment as manager of Sochaux.
Preud'homme quits Twente to join Al-Shabab (Jun 13, 2011 10:12 GMT)
Michel Preud'homme has resigned as manager of FC Twente to take up a lucrative job offer in Saudi Arabia.
Andy Brassell: Krasnozhan axe arouses suspicions (Jun 13, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Lokomotiv Moscow versus Spartak Nalchik will come under intense scrutiny amid sinster allegations, says Andy Brassell.
Giovinco to stay at Parma, Buffon committed (Jun 13, 2011 09:41 GMT)
Sebastian Giovinco's agent claims that the midfielder will be at Parma next season, despite new Juventus coach Antonio Conte's desire to bring him back to Turin.
Emanuelson committed to Milan, despite reports (Jun 13, 2011 09:31 GMT)
Dutch midfielder Urby Emanuelson says that he has no intention of leaving AC Milan this summer.
Huguenin: England stun Spain with late equaliser (Jun 13, 2011 09:12 GMT)
Michael Huguenin reviews the action from the Euro U21 Championships as England hold Spain.
Roma bid for Uruguay's Ramirez, says agent (Jun 13, 2011 09:01 GMT)
Roma have made an offer to sign Uruguay international Gaston Ramirez from Bologna, according to the player's agent.
Elche set up La Liga play-off with Granada (Jun 13, 2011 06:00 GMT)
Elche set up a promotion play-off final against Granada after beating Real Valladolid in the last four.
Welbeck, Pearce take positives from draw (Jun 12, 2011 21:27 GMT)
Goalscorer Danny Welbeck hopes England can build on the 1-1 draw against Spain in their European Under-21 Championship opener in Herning.
Cassano to stay on with AC Milan - agent (Jun 12, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Antonio Cassano will not be departing AC Milan, despite consistent reports to the contrary, according to his agent Beppe Bozzo.
Julio Cesar quells United transfer speculation (Jun 12, 2011 07:00 GMT)
Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar has quashed rumours regarding his future at the club, insisting he will not move to Manchester United this summer.
Euro U21: Swiss, Belarus grab opening victories (Jun 11, 2011 21:23 GMT)
The European U21 championships got off to a bad start for hosts Denmark when they suffered an opening defeat to Switzerland, though were left to rue a late refereeing decision and a fine performance from Swiss goalkeeper Yann Sommer.
Euro U21: Welbeck leveller grabs Spain draw (Jun 11, 2011 20:39 GMT)
England's European U21 championship got off to a shaky yet rewarding start when they escaped from a one-sided encounter with Spain to draw 1-1 in Herning.
Savo Milosevic's dad killed by grandfather (Jun 11, 2011 18:57 GMT)
Former Aston Villa striker Savo Milosevic has suffered the death of his father - at the hands of his grandfather.
Mancienne ready for Hamburg challenge (Jun 11, 2011 13:10 GMT)
England Under-21 international Michael Mancienne believes his decision to quit Chelsea and join Bundesliga side Hamburg will make him a better player.
The young ones (Jun 11, 2011 06:59 GMT)
Mark Lomas picks out eight players expected to make an impression at the European Under-21 Championship.
Lukaku focused on exams, not Chelsea (Jun 11, 2011 01:11 GMT)
Anderlecht prodigy Romelu Lukaku says he will be in Belgium for his upcomingl exams as well as his current club's pre-season training, despite being linked to a move to Chelsea.
Denmark play host to U-21 feast (Jun 10, 2011 17:02 GMT)
Michael Huguenin previews the U-21 European Championships as Denmark look to win on home soil.
Klose eyes title bid with new club Lazio (Jun 10, 2011 09:55 GMT)
New Lazio striker Miroslav Klose believes his club can battle for the league title next season.
Italian keeper left red-faced by penalty kick
(Jun 10, 2011 09:29 GMT)An Italian goalkeeper was left embarrassed after celebrating a penalty miss, only to see the ball roll back into the net.
Seedorf: Champions League behind AC stay (Jun 10, 2011 09:01 GMT)
Midfielder Clarence Seedorf claims that he penned a one-year extension at AC Milan because of his love for the club.
Chievo appoint Domenico Di Carlo as boss (Jun 10, 2011 08:21 GMT)
Serie A side Chievo have appointed Domenico Di Carlo as their new coach, the club have announced.
Catania choose Montella as new coach (Jun 9, 2011 17:03 GMT)
Vincenzo Montella has been appointed the new coach of Catania on a two-year deal.
Preud'homme to quit Twente for Saudi Arabia? (Jun 9, 2011 12:04 GMT)
Michel Preud'homme is poised to quit as coach of FC Twente after just one season at the helm, according to reports in Holland.
Dudek: Benzema better than Brazilian Ronaldo (Jun 9, 2011 08:56 GMT)
Ex-Real Madrid goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek has claimed that his former team-mate Karim Benzema is even better than Brazil legend Ronaldo.
Barca announce €45m budget (Jun 9, 2011 08:08 GMT)
Barcelona will be able to spend €45 million on new players this summer after the Catalan club's vice-president for economic affairs, Javier Faus, revealed the budget.
Fournier given chance to turn Auxerre around (Jun 8, 2011 20:05 GMT)
Auxerre have confirmed Laurent Fournier as their new coach.
Sanchez takes over as boss of Valenciennes (Jun 8, 2011 19:39 GMT)
Ligue 1 outfit Valenciennes have appointed Daniel Sanchez as coach on a two-year deal.
Manzano confirmed as new boss of Atletico (Jun 8, 2011 18:55 GMT)
Gregorio Manzano has been confirmed as the new coach of Atletico Madrid on a one-year deal.
Ambitious Getafe hire Garcia as new manager (Jun 8, 2011 14:30 GMT)
Luis Garcia Plaza has been confirmed as the new coach of ambitious Primera Division outfit Getafe.
Bayern complete Neuer signing (Jun 8, 2011 14:20 GMT)
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has completed his transfer to Bayern Munich, signing for the Bavarians on a five-year deal after passing a medical on Wednesday.
Luis Enrique: I am Roma's new coach (Jun 8, 2011 13:43 GMT)
Luis Enrique has confirmed he has reached an agreement with Roma to leave Barcelona B and become the Giallorossi's new manager.
No AC Milan approach for Aquilani - agent (Jun 8, 2011 11:16 GMT)
Alberto Aquilani's agent has denied reports in Italy that the Liverpool midfielder has been approached by AC Milan.
Legends Cruyff and Davids join Ajax board (Jun 7, 2011 10:41 GMT)
Johan Cruyff and Edgar Davids have been elected to the Ajax board of directors.
Schalke profit from Bayern's desire (Jun 7, 2011 07:37 GMT)
Uli Hesse on the financial sense of Bayern bringing Manuel Neuer to the club this summer.
Francis Gillot named new Bordeaux boss (Jun 6, 2011 15:30 GMT)
Bordeaux have confirmed the appointment of Francis Gillot as their new coach on a two-year deal.
Deschamps to stay at Marseille next season (Jun 6, 2011 13:38 GMT)
Didier Deschamps will see out the final year of his contract as coach of Marseille, according to a senior club official.
Catania keen to bring in Montella as coach (Jun 6, 2011 13:04 GMT)
Vincenzo Montella is the leading candidate to take charge of Catania next season, the club confirmed.
Doni: I am scapegoat for match-fixing scandal (Jun 6, 2011 12:28 GMT)
Atalanta captain Cristiano Doni believes he is being made a scapegoat for the latest match-fixing scandal in Italian football.
Real chief Perez: Mourinho is 'best in the world' (Jun 6, 2011 11:56 GMT)
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reiterated his faith in Jose Mourinho, labelling the Portuguese ''the best coach in the world''.
Ancelotti to take a year out of coaching (Jun 6, 2011 11:09 GMT)
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed he will take a one-year sabbatical from coaching after being dismissed by Chelsea last month.
Klose confirms Bayern exit, Boateng linked (Jun 6, 2011 11:03 GMT)
Bayern Munich have confirmed Germany striker Miroslav Klose will leave the club at the end of the month after talks over a new deal broke down.
Xavi: Barca best, Messi the greatest of all-time (Jun 6, 2011 10:39 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Xavi has claimed the current European and Spanish champions are the best team of the last 20 years and hailed Lionel Messi as the best player of all time.
Fernandez takes up Nancy manager's post (Jun 6, 2011 10:08 GMT)
Nancy have named Jean Fernandez as their new coach.
Balotelli reveals shock at organised crime tour (Jun 5, 2011 20:15 GMT)
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has spoken of being "astonished and disappointed" to discover that a tour he was given of Naples was conducted by members of powerful organised crime syndicates.
Danny boys seal England Under-21s victory (Jun 5, 2011 16:40 GMT)
A superb solo goal from Danny Rose helped England cruise to a 2-0 victory against Norway in their final friendly before the European Under-21 Championships .
Montanier named new Real Sociedad manager (Jun 4, 2011 19:14 GMT)
Real Sociedad have confirmed the appointment of Philippe Montanier as their new coach.
Fernandez reveals talks over Nancy job (Jun 3, 2011 10:40 GMT)
Jean Fernandez has revealed he has held talks about taking over as Nancy coach.
Mourinho rules out Higuain and Benzema sales (Jun 3, 2011 07:12 GMT)
Jose Mourinho has dismissed reports that Gonzalo Higuain and Karim Benzema could leave Real Madrid this summer and suggested he is keen to seal the permanent signing of Emmanuel Adebayor.
Fernandez quits Auxerre (Jun 2, 2011 18:56 GMT)
Jean Fernandez has resigned as Auxerre coach after five years at the helm.
Palermo appoint Stefano Pioli as new coach (Jun 2, 2011 12:34 GMT)
Palermo have confirmed Stefano Pioli as their new coach following the departure of Delio Rossi.
Wantaway Gillot wants Bordeaux move (Jun 2, 2011 10:43 GMT)
Wantaway Sochaux coach Francis Gillot has set his sights on becoming Bordeaux boss, labelling the prospect ''my priority''.
Simeone leaves Catania, despite good form (Jun 2, 2011 07:29 GMT)
Catania have parted company with coach Diego Simeone.
Ex-Lazio captain Signori under house arrest (Jun 1, 2011 13:10 GMT)
Former Lazio star Guiseppe Signori has been put under house arrest for alleged involvement in a match-fixing scandal in Italy.
Rossi leaves Palermo by mutual consent (Jun 1, 2011 12:49 GMT)
Veteran coach Delio Rossi has left Palermo for a second time this year.
Ajax plan Van der Sar tribute (Jun 1, 2011 10:52 GMT)
Ajax have announced plans to hold a testimonial for their former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar following his retirement.
Bordeaux striker Diabate signs extension (Jun 1, 2011 10:46 GMT)
Bordeaux striker Cheick Diabate has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at the Ligue 1 club until 2015.
Marseille boss Deschamps set for Roma talks (Jun 1, 2011 09:34 GMT)
Roma sporting director Walter Sabatini will meet Marseille coach Didier Deschamps soon to discuss the Serie A club's managerial role.
Sampdoria's fall from grace (Jun 1, 2011 07:57 GMT)
Roberto Gotta assesses the reasons for Sampdoria's dismal season and relegation from Serie A.
Dutch keen to bury Brazilian ghosts (Jun 1, 2011 07:57 GMT)
As Netherlands prepare to get out to South America, Ernst Bouwes recounts their last tour there.
