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Dutch Supercup: Twente win, as Suarez sees red (Jul 31, 2010 21:06 GMT)
FC Twente secured a 1-0 victory over 10-man Ajax in the Dutch Supercup as Luis Suarez saw red again.
Coupe de la Ligue: Boulogne through on pens (Jul 31, 2010 17:44 GMT)
Boulogne prevailed 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw with Nantes in the first round of the Coupe de la Ligue.
Real legend Di Stefano released from hospital (Jul 31, 2010 16:12 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Alfredo di Stefano has been released from hospital after undergoing treatment for a heart condition.
Barcelona release Mexico captain Marquez (Jul 31, 2010 14:23 GMT)
Mexico defender Rafael Marquez is leaving Barcelona on a free transfer, after the reigning La Liga champions agreed to release him from his contract.
Redemption as France claim Euro U19 crown (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
France's youngsters have redeemed the nation's football reputation by beating Spain 2-1 in the Under-19 European Championship final on home soil on Friday.
French League Cup: Grenoble, Le Mans exit (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
It was a bad night for the teams freshly relegated from Ligue 1 as Grenoble and Le Mans both crashed out of the French League Cup at the first hurdle on Friday night.
Alou Diarra dismisses talk of Bordeaux exit (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
France midfielder Alou Diarra has insisted he is committed to Bordeaux despite ongoing interest from French champions Marseille.
Northern Ireland chiefs fail to prevent defection (Jul 30, 2010 14:04 GMT)
Northern Ireland football chiefs have suffered a defeat in their attempts to prevent players switching to play for Republic of Ireland.
Ronaldinho set to commit to AC Milan until 2014 (Jul 30, 2010 11:31 GMT)
Ronaldinho will sign a deal to keep him at AC Milan for the next four years, according to his agent.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: I'm staying at Barcelona (Jul 29, 2010 16:40 GMT)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic won't be leaving Barcelona this summer, as he maintains he will stay to continue to play for "the best club in the world".
Milan relief as Ronaldinho only out for a week (Jul 29, 2010 11:26 GMT)
AC Milan are breathing a sigh of relief after it was confirmed Ronaldinho will miss only a week with a hamstring injury.
Marseille top PSG to claim Trophee des Champions (Jul 28, 2010 21:12 GMT)
Marseille collected the Trophee des Champions on Wednesday by beating Paris St Germain 5-4 on penalties but it came at a price with Souleymane Diawara limping off injured.
Galliani: Milan unlikely to make summer signings (Jul 28, 2010 20:41 GMT)
AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani believes the club are unlikely to dip into the transfer market this summer, though he revealed that talks aimed at keeping veteran midfielder Gennaro Gattuso at the San Siro have been positive.
Raul targets Schalke silverware (Jul 28, 2010 18:08 GMT)
Raul believes he can add to his impressive medal collection with Schalke after completing his move from Real Madrid. "We want to play for the title in the Bundesliga," he said.
Lille defender Aurelien Chedjou signs new deal (Jul 28, 2010 15:02 GMT)
Lille defender Aurelien Chedjou has penned a one-year extension, keeping him at Les Dogues until 2014. Chedjou arrived at Lille from Rouen in January 2007 but did not make his Ligue 1 debut until the end of the calendar year.
Viola starlet Jovetic out for up to seven months (Jul 28, 2010 14:55 GMT)
Fiorentina starlet Stevan Jovetic is likely to be out of action until February or March after damaging ligaments in his right knee.
Deschamps: Marseille cannot make any signings (Jul 28, 2010 11:09 GMT)
Marseille coach Didier Deschamps has maintained that the French club cannot sign anymore new players this summer due to the current financial climate.
Balotelli not 'indispensable' (Jul 28, 2010 08:30 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti claims that Mario Balotelli is not ''indispensable'' and has yet to prove himself fully, as the striker looks set to seal a mo
Real Zaragoza striker Uche faces two months out (Jul 27, 2010 20:28 GMT)
Real Zaragoza striker Ikechukwu Uche has suffered another injury setback, with his club confirming he has torn cartilage in his left knee.
Chiellini wants to help Juve become great again (Jul 27, 2010 18:20 GMT)
Giorgio Chiellini says he is happy to help make Juventus become "great again" amid reports of interest from abroad.
Wolfsburg chief Hoeness annoyed with Dzeko talk (Jul 27, 2010 14:06 GMT)
Wolfsburg managing director Dieter Hoeness is growing sick of the speculation surrounding striker Edin Dzeko.
Barcelona reveal substantial financial losses (Jul 27, 2010 12:47 GMT)
Barcelona lost more than €77 million last season, the club's vice-president for economic affairs Javier Faus has revealed.
Ajax agree signings of El Hamdaoui and Mido (Jul 27, 2010 11:03 GMT)
Martin Jol is to make a double move to strengthen his Ajax attack, agreeing deals to bring in Mounir El Hamdaoui and Mido.
New Stuttgart boss could be forced to sell Khedira (Jul 27, 2010 10:15 GMT)
Stuttgart's new director of sport Fredi Bobic has admitted Sami Khedira will have to be sold this summer if he does not commit himself to a new contract.
Mikael Pagis retires after failing to secure deal (Jul 26, 2010 14:02 GMT)
Veteran striker Mickael Pagis has called time on his 17-year career after Rennes did not offer him a new contract.
Raul hints at England move (Jul 26, 2010 12:08 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Raul bid farewell to the Bernabeu on Monday after 16 years of service and admitted his future now lies "in Germany or England."
Russia: Zenit stay clear with another win (Jul 25, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg remain seven points clear of Rubin Kazan at the top of the Premier Liga tonight after wins for the top two.
Portuguese FA investigates Queiroz claims (Jul 24, 2010 14:52 GMT)
The Portuguese Football Federation is investigating allegations coach Carlos Queiroz insulted members of Portugal's anti-doping authority.
Deschamps: Blanc has a new approach (Jul 24, 2010 12:34 GMT)
Marseille coach Didier Deschamps has urged his fellow Ligue 1 managers to unite to help the France team overcome it's "disastrous'' image.
Real legend Alfredo Di Stefano admitted to hospital (Jul 24, 2010 11:08 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stefano was re-admitted to hospital on Friday night with heart problems. Di Stefano, Madrid's honorary president, has a history of cardiological problems.
Villarreal given Mallorca's Europa League place (Jul 24, 2010 07:00 GMT)
UEFA have confirmed that Villarreal will take Real Mallorca's place in the Europa League should they fail in their appeal against their expulsion from the competition.
Hodgson to defy medical advice on Cup stars (Jul 24, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Roy Hodgson admits he'll have to fight with his medical staff for the right to use his World Cup stars in Liverpool's opening Europa League matches starting next week.
Totti in hot water after Roma 'robbed' claim (Jul 23, 2010 17:59 GMT)
Francesco Totti has been referred to Italy's national disciplinary committee for suggesting Roma had been "robbed'' of two titles. Totti made the comments at a press conference on Tuesday, but the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) took a dim view.
Fredi Bobic set to become new Stuttgart boss (Jul 23, 2010 15:03 GMT)
Former Germany striker Fredi Bobic is set to become the new manager of Bundesliga side Stuttgart.
Franck Ribery to put 'stressful time' behind him (Jul 23, 2010 09:01 GMT)
Frank Ribery is determined to come through a "stressful and depressing'' time in his life and get back to performing well for Bayern Munich.
Zambrotta extends AC Milan deal (Jul 22, 2010 14:17 GMT)
AC Milan defender Gianluca Zambrotta has agreed a one-year contract extension.
Allegri wants more from Ronaldinho and Pato (Jul 22, 2010 13:38 GMT)
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri is demanding more from Brazilian pair Ronaldinho and Alexandre Pato for next season.
Russia: CSKA Moscow and Lokomotiv slip up (Jul 21, 2010 21:21 GMT)
CSKA Moscow missed the chance to move second in the Premier Liga as they lost 2-1 at home to Spartak Nalchik.
Russia: Ari double seals win for Spartak Moscow (Jul 21, 2010 21:10 GMT)
Brazilian forward Ari scored twice as Spartak Moscow moved to seventh in the Premier Liga with a 5-3 victory over Sibir Novosibirsk.
Henry's agony at France's World Cup woes (Jul 21, 2010 08:21 GMT)
Andrew Hush hears Thierry Henry still unable to explain France's horror summer.
Benzema and Ribery face prostitution charges (Jul 20, 2010 20:39 GMT)
Franck Ribery and Karim Benzema have been charged by French police with soliciting an underage prostitute.
Totti considered qutting after media storm (Jul 20, 2010 14:33 GMT)
Roma forward Francesco Totti has revealed he considered retiring from the game after the media storm that followed his Coppa Italia red card.
RFEF announces La Liga fixtures for next season (Jul 20, 2010 12:01 GMT)
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has revealed its fixtures for the new season, with Barcelona and Real Madrid will both starting their Primera Division campaigns away from home.
Juventus striker Iaquinta ruled out for a month (Jul 20, 2010 10:55 GMT)
Juventus striker Vincenzo Iaquinta has been ruled out for around a month with a thigh injury.
Germany boss Low confirms new two-year deal (Jul 20, 2010 08:55 GMT)
Joachim Low has confirmed he will remain as Germany coach until after Euro 2012.
Benitez wants to improve on Mourinho's football (Jul 20, 2010 08:45 GMT)
Rafael Benitez has said he wants Inter Milan to play "better" football than under his predecessor, Jose Mourinho.
Angel or demon? (Jul 20, 2010 08:31 GMT)
Roberto Gotta looks at the future for Mario Balotelli, a man who divides opinions in Italy.
Russia: Dzagoev penalty sends CSKA second (Jul 19, 2010 19:25 GMT)
Alan Dzagoev struck his fifth goal of the season from the penalty spot as CSKA Moscow edged a 1-0 win at bottom-placed Krylya Sovetov to jump to second in the Russian Premier Liga.
Di Maria "excited" by challenge at Real Madrid (Jul 19, 2010 10:17 GMT)
New Real Madrid winger Angel di Maria admits he could not believe Jose Mourinho was interested in signing him and claims he will always be grateful to the Portuguese coach for having brought him to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Mazzarri delighted to snap up "gifted" Cavani (Jul 19, 2010 10:01 GMT)
Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri is delighted to have Edinson Cavani among his players.
Ball: Pre-season comings and goings (Jul 19, 2010 09:00 GMT)
Phil Ball rounds up the latest transfer news from La Liga as Barca and Real look to improve on last season's efforts.
Louis Van Gaal could leave Bayern next summer (Jul 19, 2010 08:37 GMT)
Bayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal has revealed the upcoming season could well be his last in charge of the Bundesliga giants.
Kewell signs new contract with Galatasaray (Jul 19, 2010 07:12 GMT)
Australia international Harry Kewell has agreed a new one-year contract with Galatasaray.
Pellegrini blasts Perez influence on Real transfers (Jul 18, 2010 11:30 GMT)
Former Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini believes his chances of bringing success to the Santiago Bernabeu were undermined by president Florentino Perez's chaotic transfer policy.
Casillas impressed by Mourinho approach (Jul 18, 2010 11:12 GMT)
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas admits he has been impressed by the approach of new coach Jose Mourinho ahead of their upcoming Primera Division campaign.Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas admits he has been impressed by the approach of new co
Diego determined to prove his worth at Juventus (Jul 17, 2010 12:31 GMT)
Juventus playmaker Diego is determined to prove that he can cut it at the Italian giants, and rejected reports that he is set to be sold by new Bianconeri boss Gianluigi Del Neri.
Signings stoke Turkish fire (Jul 16, 2010 12:17 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at the impact of some high-profile summer signings on the Turkish league.
Barcelona have 50m euro summer transfer kitty (Jul 16, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona have a further ¬50 million to spend on summer transfers after already securing David Villa for ¬40 million, the Spanish champions have announced.
Thierry Henry quits France team (Jul 15, 2010 14:25 GMT)
France's all-time record goalscorer Thierry Henry has retired from international football following the country's disastrous performance at the World Cup finals.
Germany chief confident Low will stay (Jul 15, 2010 11:56 GMT)
German Football Association's (DFB) technical director Matthias Sammer is confident Joachim Low will sign a new contract to remain as manager of the national team.
Muller happy to spend career at Bayern Munich (Jul 15, 2010 10:43 GMT)
Bayern Munich striker Thomas Muller has indicated he would be happy to remain at the club for the rest of his career.
Guardiola signs one-year contract extension (Jul 14, 2010 13:08 GMT)
Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year contract extension at Camp Nou.
Roma captain Totti excited by Adriano signing (Jul 14, 2010 11:22 GMT)
Roma captain Francesco Totti is confident that new signing Adriano will be of great benefit to the club.
Pep Guardiola to sign new Barcelona deal (Jul 14, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola will sign a new contract at the Nou Camp on Wednesday, the Spanish champions have confirmed.
Juventus boss Del Neri confident for new season (Jul 11, 2010 08:19 GMT)
New Juventus coach Luigi Del Neri insists nothing is impossible for the club this season.
Inter veteran Zanetti targets two more Scudetti (Jul 11, 2010 07:55 GMT)
Inter Milan defender Javier Zanetti has revealed he wants to win two more Serie A titles before retiring from football.
Russia: CSKA Moscow slip up in Zenit pursuit (Jul 10, 2010 19:07 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg sit six points clear at the top of the Premier Liga after second-placed CSKA Moscow could only take a point from their derby clash with lowly Saturn on Saturday.
Cruyff will not stand for re-election at Barca (Jul 10, 2010 13:52 GMT)
Barcelona legend Johan Cruyff admits he is disappointed to have lost his title as honorary president of the Catalan club but will not stand to be re-elected to the position.
Inter president Moratti handed three-month ban (Jul 10, 2010 10:25 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has been banned from running the club for three months after discussing a transfer deal with suspended Genoa owner Enrico Preziosi.
Rafael Nadal buys shareholding in Real Mallorca (Jul 10, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Wimbledon champion Rafael Nadal has become a shareholder in Real Mallorca in an attempt to help out the cash-strapped club.
Russia: Zenit pull seven points clear at summit (Jul 9, 2010 19:48 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier Liga by claiming a 3-1 win at Alania Vladikavkaz.
Sensi family confirm Roma up for sale (Jul 9, 2010 10:57 GMT)
Roma have been officially put up for sale by the club's owners as part of a deal to clear their debts with major creditor UniCredit. The preliminary agreement was reached on Thursday night.
Wolfsburg capture Kjaer from Palermo (Jul 8, 2010 10:41 GMT)
Wolfsburg have completed the signing of highly-rated Denmark central defender Simon Kjaer on a four-year contract.
Francesco Toldo announces retirement (Jul 7, 2010 16:59 GMT)
Inter Milan's veteran goalkeeper Francesco Toldo has announced his retirement from football.
Barcelona currently unable to pay wages (Jul 7, 2010 12:07 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has revealed the club is currently unable to pay the players last month's wages.
Canales will not return to Racing on loan (Jul 7, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Real Madrid have told Racing Santander they will be keeping Sergio Canales at the Bernabeu next season, dashing the Cantabrians' hopes of taking their former player back on loan.
Barca president Rosell admits financial fears (Jul 6, 2010 18:18 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has rubbished reports suggesting the Spanish giants face bankruptcy, though he did express concerns about the club's contract with financially stricken TV partner Mediapro.
Robben named top Bundesliga player in poll (Jul 6, 2010 15:34 GMT)
Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has been named the Bundeliga Player of the Season for th 2009-10 season, after he topped a poll of his fellow professionals.
Barca will not pay €50m for Fabregas (Jul 6, 2010 13:25 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell maintains the club will not be bullied into paying over the odds to prise Cesc Fabregas away from Arsenal this summer.
McClaren's Wolfsburg start with Bayern trip (Jul 6, 2010 13:18 GMT)
Steve McClaren will face a baptism of fire on the opening weekend of the new Bundesliga season with his Wolfsburg side scheduled to travel to defending champions Bayern Munich.
Inter rejected City offer for Balotelli (Jul 6, 2010 09:11 GMT)
Inter Milan have turned down an offer for striker Mario Balotelli from Premier League side Manchester City, according to the player's agent.
Toure sad to leave Barca, plans return (Jul 5, 2010 11:47 GMT)
New Manchester City signing Yaya Toure admits he was sad to leave Barcelona but says he will return to the Catalan club one day.
Buffon out for three months after back op (Jul 5, 2010 08:40 GMT)
Gianluigi Buffon will not rush his return from injury after having surgery on Sunday to repair a herniated disc, ruling him out of action for at least three months.
Juventus to learn length of Buffon lay-off (Jul 4, 2010 18:58 GMT)
Juventus will find out on Monday how long Gianluigi Buffon will be sidelined for with the Italy goalkeeper currently undergoing surgery.
Bundesliga chief expecting influx of stars (Jul 3, 2010 17:29 GMT)
German Football League chairman Christian Seifert expects to see the top names at this summer's World Cup strutting their stuff in the Bundesliga next season, and not only because Germany have played a leading role.
Italian clubs angry over new non-EU ruling (Jul 3, 2010 13:49 GMT)
The Italian football federation (FIGC) has limited the number of non-EU players Italian clubs can sign to one per season.
Maicon's agent hits out at Inter Milan (Jul 3, 2010 12:33 GMT)
Maicon's agent has criticised Inter Milan as confusion continues over the Brazil full back's future.
Laudrup takes over as boss of Real Mallorca (Jul 3, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Michael Laudrup is delighted to have sealed a return to Spanish football after penning a two-year deal at Real Mallorca but has warned the troubled team not to expect miracles.
Juventus sign defender Motta from Udinese (Jul 2, 2010 21:45 GMT)
Marco Motta will join Juventus on their pre-season training camp in Pinzolo after the club announced he was joining from Udinese.
Zubizarreta named Barca sporting director (Jul 2, 2010 19:24 GMT)
Barcelona have appointed former goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta as their new sporting director - and his top priority this summer will be signing Cesc Fabregas.
Cruyff loses 'honorary president' title at Barca (Jul 2, 2010 12:01 GMT)
Barcelona legend Johan Cruyff has been stripped of his title of honorary president of the Catalan club following the takeover of Sandro Rosell on Thursday.
Ciani: Bordeaux can cope if Gourcuff leaves (Jul 2, 2010 10:13 GMT)
Bordeaux defender Michael Ciani insists the club will cope if Yoann Gourcuff follows Laurent Blanc and Marouane Chamakh out of the club this summer.
Wolfsburg plan to make new signings (Jul 2, 2010 09:07 GMT)
Wolfsburg managing director Dieter Hoeness has revealed new signings are expected before the start of the new season.
Hleb waiting to discover future at Barcelona (Jul 2, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Alexander Hleb is waiting to speak to new Barcelona president Sandro Rosell to see if he has a future at the Catalan club, one of the player's agents has said.
Luca Toni vows to prove he's worth big wages (Jul 1, 2010 19:08 GMT)
Luca Toni says he wants to finish as the top scorer in Serie A as he aims to repay the faith shown in him by new club Genoa.
Tamudo leaves Espanyol after 13 years (Jul 1, 2010 13:21 GMT)
Former Spain striker Raul Tamudo has left Espanyol after 13 years at the Barcelona-based club.
Marseille release Morientes from contract (Jul 1, 2010 13:14 GMT)
Veteran Spanish striker Fernando Morientes is to leave Ligue 1 club Marseille after the last year of his contract was cancelled by mutual consent.
Rosell begins reign as Barca president (Jul 1, 2010 12:54 GMT)
Sandro Rosell officially took over from Joan Laporta as president of Barcelona on Thursday, with the outgoing president wishing his successor "maximum success and good luck".
Klose reveals Eastern European interest (Jul 1, 2010 11:03 GMT)
Germany striker Miroslav Klose claims to have received lucrative offers from clubs in Eastern Europe following his impressive performances at the World Cup.
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Dutch Supercup: Twente win, as Suarez sees red (Jul 31, 2010 21:06 GMT)
FC Twente secured a 1-0 victory over 10-man Ajax in the Dutch Supercup as Luis Suarez saw red again.
Coupe de la Ligue: Boulogne through on pens (Jul 31, 2010 17:44 GMT)
Boulogne prevailed 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw with Nantes in the first round of the Coupe de la Ligue.
Real legend Di Stefano released from hospital (Jul 31, 2010 16:12 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Alfredo di Stefano has been released from hospital after undergoing treatment for a heart condition.
Barcelona release Mexico captain Marquez (Jul 31, 2010 14:23 GMT)
Mexico defender Rafael Marquez is leaving Barcelona on a free transfer, after the reigning La Liga champions agreed to release him from his contract.
Redemption as France claim Euro U19 crown (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
France's youngsters have redeemed the nation's football reputation by beating Spain 2-1 in the Under-19 European Championship final on home soil on Friday.
French League Cup: Grenoble, Le Mans exit (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
It was a bad night for the teams freshly relegated from Ligue 1 as Grenoble and Le Mans both crashed out of the French League Cup at the first hurdle on Friday night.
Alou Diarra dismisses talk of Bordeaux exit (Jul 31, 2010 07:00 GMT)
France midfielder Alou Diarra has insisted he is committed to Bordeaux despite ongoing interest from French champions Marseille.
Northern Ireland chiefs fail to prevent defection (Jul 30, 2010 14:04 GMT)
Northern Ireland football chiefs have suffered a defeat in their attempts to prevent players switching to play for Republic of Ireland.
Ronaldinho set to commit to AC Milan until 2014 (Jul 30, 2010 11:31 GMT)
Ronaldinho will sign a deal to keep him at AC Milan for the next four years, according to his agent.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: I'm staying at Barcelona (Jul 29, 2010 16:40 GMT)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic won't be leaving Barcelona this summer, as he maintains he will stay to continue to play for "the best club in the world".
Milan relief as Ronaldinho only out for a week (Jul 29, 2010 11:26 GMT)
AC Milan are breathing a sigh of relief after it was confirmed Ronaldinho will miss only a week with a hamstring injury.
Marseille top PSG to claim Trophee des Champions (Jul 28, 2010 21:12 GMT)
Marseille collected the Trophee des Champions on Wednesday by beating Paris St Germain 5-4 on penalties but it came at a price with Souleymane Diawara limping off injured.
Galliani: Milan unlikely to make summer signings (Jul 28, 2010 20:41 GMT)
AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani believes the club are unlikely to dip into the transfer market this summer, though he revealed that talks aimed at keeping veteran midfielder Gennaro Gattuso at the San Siro have been positive.
Raul targets Schalke silverware (Jul 28, 2010 18:08 GMT)
Raul believes he can add to his impressive medal collection with Schalke after completing his move from Real Madrid. "We want to play for the title in the Bundesliga," he said.
Lille defender Aurelien Chedjou signs new deal (Jul 28, 2010 15:02 GMT)
Lille defender Aurelien Chedjou has penned a one-year extension, keeping him at Les Dogues until 2014. Chedjou arrived at Lille from Rouen in January 2007 but did not make his Ligue 1 debut until the end of the calendar year.
Viola starlet Jovetic out for up to seven months (Jul 28, 2010 14:55 GMT)
Fiorentina starlet Stevan Jovetic is likely to be out of action until February or March after damaging ligaments in his right knee.
Deschamps: Marseille cannot make any signings (Jul 28, 2010 11:09 GMT)
Marseille coach Didier Deschamps has maintained that the French club cannot sign anymore new players this summer due to the current financial climate.
Balotelli not 'indispensable' (Jul 28, 2010 08:30 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti claims that Mario Balotelli is not ''indispensable'' and has yet to prove himself fully, as the striker looks set to seal a mo
Real Zaragoza striker Uche faces two months out (Jul 27, 2010 20:28 GMT)
Real Zaragoza striker Ikechukwu Uche has suffered another injury setback, with his club confirming he has torn cartilage in his left knee.
Chiellini wants to help Juve become great again (Jul 27, 2010 18:20 GMT)
Giorgio Chiellini says he is happy to help make Juventus become "great again" amid reports of interest from abroad.
Wolfsburg chief Hoeness annoyed with Dzeko talk (Jul 27, 2010 14:06 GMT)
Wolfsburg managing director Dieter Hoeness is growing sick of the speculation surrounding striker Edin Dzeko.
Barcelona reveal substantial financial losses (Jul 27, 2010 12:47 GMT)
Barcelona lost more than €77 million last season, the club's vice-president for economic affairs Javier Faus has revealed.
Ajax agree signings of El Hamdaoui and Mido (Jul 27, 2010 11:03 GMT)
Martin Jol is to make a double move to strengthen his Ajax attack, agreeing deals to bring in Mounir El Hamdaoui and Mido.
New Stuttgart boss could be forced to sell Khedira (Jul 27, 2010 10:15 GMT)
Stuttgart's new director of sport Fredi Bobic has admitted Sami Khedira will have to be sold this summer if he does not commit himself to a new contract.
Mikael Pagis retires after failing to secure deal (Jul 26, 2010 14:02 GMT)
Veteran striker Mickael Pagis has called time on his 17-year career after Rennes did not offer him a new contract.
Raul hints at England move (Jul 26, 2010 12:08 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Raul bid farewell to the Bernabeu on Monday after 16 years of service and admitted his future now lies "in Germany or England."
Russia: Zenit stay clear with another win (Jul 25, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg remain seven points clear of Rubin Kazan at the top of the Premier Liga tonight after wins for the top two.
Portuguese FA investigates Queiroz claims (Jul 24, 2010 14:52 GMT)
The Portuguese Football Federation is investigating allegations coach Carlos Queiroz insulted members of Portugal's anti-doping authority.
Deschamps: Blanc has a new approach (Jul 24, 2010 12:34 GMT)
Marseille coach Didier Deschamps has urged his fellow Ligue 1 managers to unite to help the France team overcome it's "disastrous'' image.
Real legend Alfredo Di Stefano admitted to hospital (Jul 24, 2010 11:08 GMT)
Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stefano was re-admitted to hospital on Friday night with heart problems. Di Stefano, Madrid's honorary president, has a history of cardiological problems.
Villarreal given Mallorca's Europa League place (Jul 24, 2010 07:00 GMT)
UEFA have confirmed that Villarreal will take Real Mallorca's place in the Europa League should they fail in their appeal against their expulsion from the competition.
Hodgson to defy medical advice on Cup stars (Jul 24, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Roy Hodgson admits he'll have to fight with his medical staff for the right to use his World Cup stars in Liverpool's opening Europa League matches starting next week.
Totti in hot water after Roma 'robbed' claim (Jul 23, 2010 17:59 GMT)
Francesco Totti has been referred to Italy's national disciplinary committee for suggesting Roma had been "robbed'' of two titles. Totti made the comments at a press conference on Tuesday, but the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) took a dim view.
Fredi Bobic set to become new Stuttgart boss (Jul 23, 2010 15:03 GMT)
Former Germany striker Fredi Bobic is set to become the new manager of Bundesliga side Stuttgart.
Franck Ribery to put 'stressful time' behind him (Jul 23, 2010 09:01 GMT)
Frank Ribery is determined to come through a "stressful and depressing'' time in his life and get back to performing well for Bayern Munich.
Zambrotta extends AC Milan deal (Jul 22, 2010 14:17 GMT)
AC Milan defender Gianluca Zambrotta has agreed a one-year contract extension.
Allegri wants more from Ronaldinho and Pato (Jul 22, 2010 13:38 GMT)
AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri is demanding more from Brazilian pair Ronaldinho and Alexandre Pato for next season.
Russia: CSKA Moscow and Lokomotiv slip up (Jul 21, 2010 21:21 GMT)
CSKA Moscow missed the chance to move second in the Premier Liga as they lost 2-1 at home to Spartak Nalchik.
Russia: Ari double seals win for Spartak Moscow (Jul 21, 2010 21:10 GMT)
Brazilian forward Ari scored twice as Spartak Moscow moved to seventh in the Premier Liga with a 5-3 victory over Sibir Novosibirsk.
Henry's agony at France's World Cup woes (Jul 21, 2010 08:21 GMT)
Andrew Hush hears Thierry Henry still unable to explain France's horror summer.
Benzema and Ribery face prostitution charges (Jul 20, 2010 20:39 GMT)
Franck Ribery and Karim Benzema have been charged by French police with soliciting an underage prostitute.
Totti considered qutting after media storm (Jul 20, 2010 14:33 GMT)
Roma forward Francesco Totti has revealed he considered retiring from the game after the media storm that followed his Coppa Italia red card.
RFEF announces La Liga fixtures for next season (Jul 20, 2010 12:01 GMT)
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has revealed its fixtures for the new season, with Barcelona and Real Madrid will both starting their Primera Division campaigns away from home.
Juventus striker Iaquinta ruled out for a month (Jul 20, 2010 10:55 GMT)
Juventus striker Vincenzo Iaquinta has been ruled out for around a month with a thigh injury.
Germany boss Low confirms new two-year deal (Jul 20, 2010 08:55 GMT)
Joachim Low has confirmed he will remain as Germany coach until after Euro 2012.
Benitez wants to improve on Mourinho's football (Jul 20, 2010 08:45 GMT)
Rafael Benitez has said he wants Inter Milan to play "better" football than under his predecessor, Jose Mourinho.
Angel or demon? (Jul 20, 2010 08:31 GMT)
Roberto Gotta looks at the future for Mario Balotelli, a man who divides opinions in Italy.
Russia: Dzagoev penalty sends CSKA second (Jul 19, 2010 19:25 GMT)
Alan Dzagoev struck his fifth goal of the season from the penalty spot as CSKA Moscow edged a 1-0 win at bottom-placed Krylya Sovetov to jump to second in the Russian Premier Liga.
Di Maria "excited" by challenge at Real Madrid (Jul 19, 2010 10:17 GMT)
New Real Madrid winger Angel di Maria admits he could not believe Jose Mourinho was interested in signing him and claims he will always be grateful to the Portuguese coach for having brought him to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Mazzarri delighted to snap up "gifted" Cavani (Jul 19, 2010 10:01 GMT)
Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri is delighted to have Edinson Cavani among his players.
Ball: Pre-season comings and goings (Jul 19, 2010 09:00 GMT)
Phil Ball rounds up the latest transfer news from La Liga as Barca and Real look to improve on last season's efforts.
Louis Van Gaal could leave Bayern next summer (Jul 19, 2010 08:37 GMT)
Bayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal has revealed the upcoming season could well be his last in charge of the Bundesliga giants.
Kewell signs new contract with Galatasaray (Jul 19, 2010 07:12 GMT)
Australia international Harry Kewell has agreed a new one-year contract with Galatasaray.
Pellegrini blasts Perez influence on Real transfers (Jul 18, 2010 11:30 GMT)
Former Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini believes his chances of bringing success to the Santiago Bernabeu were undermined by president Florentino Perez's chaotic transfer policy.
Casillas impressed by Mourinho approach (Jul 18, 2010 11:12 GMT)
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas admits he has been impressed by the approach of new coach Jose Mourinho ahead of their upcoming Primera Division campaign.Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas admits he has been impressed by the approach of new co
Diego determined to prove his worth at Juventus (Jul 17, 2010 12:31 GMT)
Juventus playmaker Diego is determined to prove that he can cut it at the Italian giants, and rejected reports that he is set to be sold by new Bianconeri boss Gianluigi Del Neri.
Signings stoke Turkish fire (Jul 16, 2010 12:17 GMT)
Jon Carter looks at the impact of some high-profile summer signings on the Turkish league.
Barcelona have 50m euro summer transfer kitty (Jul 16, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona have a further ¬50 million to spend on summer transfers after already securing David Villa for ¬40 million, the Spanish champions have announced.
Thierry Henry quits France team (Jul 15, 2010 14:25 GMT)
France's all-time record goalscorer Thierry Henry has retired from international football following the country's disastrous performance at the World Cup finals.
Germany chief confident Low will stay (Jul 15, 2010 11:56 GMT)
German Football Association's (DFB) technical director Matthias Sammer is confident Joachim Low will sign a new contract to remain as manager of the national team.
Muller happy to spend career at Bayern Munich (Jul 15, 2010 10:43 GMT)
Bayern Munich striker Thomas Muller has indicated he would be happy to remain at the club for the rest of his career.
Guardiola signs one-year contract extension (Jul 14, 2010 13:08 GMT)
Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year contract extension at Camp Nou.
Roma captain Totti excited by Adriano signing (Jul 14, 2010 11:22 GMT)
Roma captain Francesco Totti is confident that new signing Adriano will be of great benefit to the club.
Pep Guardiola to sign new Barcelona deal (Jul 14, 2010 07:00 GMT)
Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola will sign a new contract at the Nou Camp on Wednesday, the Spanish champions have confirmed.
Juventus boss Del Neri confident for new season (Jul 11, 2010 08:19 GMT)
New Juventus coach Luigi Del Neri insists nothing is impossible for the club this season.
Inter veteran Zanetti targets two more Scudetti (Jul 11, 2010 07:55 GMT)
Inter Milan defender Javier Zanetti has revealed he wants to win two more Serie A titles before retiring from football.
Russia: CSKA Moscow slip up in Zenit pursuit (Jul 10, 2010 19:07 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg sit six points clear at the top of the Premier Liga after second-placed CSKA Moscow could only take a point from their derby clash with lowly Saturn on Saturday.
Cruyff will not stand for re-election at Barca (Jul 10, 2010 13:52 GMT)
Barcelona legend Johan Cruyff admits he is disappointed to have lost his title as honorary president of the Catalan club but will not stand to be re-elected to the position.
Inter president Moratti handed three-month ban (Jul 10, 2010 10:25 GMT)
Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has been banned from running the club for three months after discussing a transfer deal with suspended Genoa owner Enrico Preziosi.
Rafael Nadal buys shareholding in Real Mallorca (Jul 10, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Wimbledon champion Rafael Nadal has become a shareholder in Real Mallorca in an attempt to help out the cash-strapped club.
Russia: Zenit pull seven points clear at summit (Jul 9, 2010 19:48 GMT)
Zenit St Petersburg moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier Liga by claiming a 3-1 win at Alania Vladikavkaz.
Sensi family confirm Roma up for sale (Jul 9, 2010 10:57 GMT)
Roma have been officially put up for sale by the club's owners as part of a deal to clear their debts with major creditor UniCredit. The preliminary agreement was reached on Thursday night.
Wolfsburg capture Kjaer from Palermo (Jul 8, 2010 10:41 GMT)
Wolfsburg have completed the signing of highly-rated Denmark central defender Simon Kjaer on a four-year contract.
Francesco Toldo announces retirement (Jul 7, 2010 16:59 GMT)
Inter Milan's veteran goalkeeper Francesco Toldo has announced his retirement from football.
Barcelona currently unable to pay wages (Jul 7, 2010 12:07 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has revealed the club is currently unable to pay the players last month's wages.
Canales will not return to Racing on loan (Jul 7, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Real Madrid have told Racing Santander they will be keeping Sergio Canales at the Bernabeu next season, dashing the Cantabrians' hopes of taking their former player back on loan.
Barca president Rosell admits financial fears (Jul 6, 2010 18:18 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has rubbished reports suggesting the Spanish giants face bankruptcy, though he did express concerns about the club's contract with financially stricken TV partner Mediapro.
Robben named top Bundesliga player in poll (Jul 6, 2010 15:34 GMT)
Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has been named the Bundeliga Player of the Season for th 2009-10 season, after he topped a poll of his fellow professionals.
Barca will not pay €50m for Fabregas (Jul 6, 2010 13:25 GMT)
New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell maintains the club will not be bullied into paying over the odds to prise Cesc Fabregas away from Arsenal this summer.
McClaren's Wolfsburg start with Bayern trip (Jul 6, 2010 13:18 GMT)
Steve McClaren will face a baptism of fire on the opening weekend of the new Bundesliga season with his Wolfsburg side scheduled to travel to defending champions Bayern Munich.
Inter rejected City offer for Balotelli (Jul 6, 2010 09:11 GMT)
Inter Milan have turned down an offer for striker Mario Balotelli from Premier League side Manchester City, according to the player's agent.
Toure sad to leave Barca, plans return (Jul 5, 2010 11:47 GMT)
New Manchester City signing Yaya Toure admits he was sad to leave Barcelona but says he will return to the Catalan club one day.
Buffon out for three months after back op (Jul 5, 2010 08:40 GMT)
Gianluigi Buffon will not rush his return from injury after having surgery on Sunday to repair a herniated disc, ruling him out of action for at least three months.
Juventus to learn length of Buffon lay-off (Jul 4, 2010 18:58 GMT)
Juventus will find out on Monday how long Gianluigi Buffon will be sidelined for with the Italy goalkeeper currently undergoing surgery.
Bundesliga chief expecting influx of stars (Jul 3, 2010 17:29 GMT)
German Football League chairman Christian Seifert expects to see the top names at this summer's World Cup strutting their stuff in the Bundesliga next season, and not only because Germany have played a leading role.
Italian clubs angry over new non-EU ruling (Jul 3, 2010 13:49 GMT)
The Italian football federation (FIGC) has limited the number of non-EU players Italian clubs can sign to one per season.
Maicon's agent hits out at Inter Milan (Jul 3, 2010 12:33 GMT)
Maicon's agent has criticised Inter Milan as confusion continues over the Brazil full back's future.
Laudrup takes over as boss of Real Mallorca (Jul 3, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Michael Laudrup is delighted to have sealed a return to Spanish football after penning a two-year deal at Real Mallorca but has warned the troubled team not to expect miracles.
Juventus sign defender Motta from Udinese (Jul 2, 2010 21:45 GMT)
Marco Motta will join Juventus on their pre-season training camp in Pinzolo after the club announced he was joining from Udinese.
Zubizarreta named Barca sporting director (Jul 2, 2010 19:24 GMT)
Barcelona have appointed former goalkeeper Andoni Zubizarreta as their new sporting director - and his top priority this summer will be signing Cesc Fabregas.
Cruyff loses 'honorary president' title at Barca (Jul 2, 2010 12:01 GMT)
Barcelona legend Johan Cruyff has been stripped of his title of honorary president of the Catalan club following the takeover of Sandro Rosell on Thursday.
Ciani: Bordeaux can cope if Gourcuff leaves (Jul 2, 2010 10:13 GMT)
Bordeaux defender Michael Ciani insists the club will cope if Yoann Gourcuff follows Laurent Blanc and Marouane Chamakh out of the club this summer.
Wolfsburg plan to make new signings (Jul 2, 2010 09:07 GMT)
Wolfsburg managing director Dieter Hoeness has revealed new signings are expected before the start of the new season.
Hleb waiting to discover future at Barcelona (Jul 2, 2010 06:59 GMT)
Alexander Hleb is waiting to speak to new Barcelona president Sandro Rosell to see if he has a future at the Catalan club, one of the player's agents has said.
Luca Toni vows to prove he's worth big wages (Jul 1, 2010 19:08 GMT)
Luca Toni says he wants to finish as the top scorer in Serie A as he aims to repay the faith shown in him by new club Genoa.
Tamudo leaves Espanyol after 13 years (Jul 1, 2010 13:21 GMT)
Former Spain striker Raul Tamudo has left Espanyol after 13 years at the Barcelona-based club.
Marseille release Morientes from contract (Jul 1, 2010 13:14 GMT)
Veteran Spanish striker Fernando Morientes is to leave Ligue 1 club Marseille after the last year of his contract was cancelled by mutual consent.
Rosell begins reign as Barca president (Jul 1, 2010 12:54 GMT)
Sandro Rosell officially took over from Joan Laporta as president of Barcelona on Thursday, with the outgoing president wishing his successor "maximum success and good luck".
Klose reveals Eastern European interest (Jul 1, 2010 11:03 GMT)
Germany striker Miroslav Klose claims to have received lucrative offers from clubs in Eastern Europe following his impressive performances at the World Cup.
