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Friday 31 May 2013

Van Gaal to quit Netherlands after World Cup

Louis van Gaal confirms he will step down after the World Cup
The 61-year-old has confirmed he will stand down from his role with the Oranje after the showpiece event in Brazil next summer and is plotting a move to England

Alaba: Robben has earned his triumph

David Alaba believes Arjen Robben deserves all the praise coming his way
The 20-year-old believes his team-mate has earned his recent accolades for his hard work in improving all aspects of his game

Gustavo and Dante happy to miss DFB Pokal final

Luiz Gustavo and Dante insists they are happy to put Brazil before Bayern
The Brazil internationals insist competing for their country must take priority despite a scheduling conflict ensuring they will miss a potentially-historic match for Bayern

Manchester City set to confirm Pellegrini appointment

Manchester City "very close" to announcing new manager
The Premier League runners-up are "very close" to announcing their new manager, according to chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak, and will be active in the summer transfer window

BREAKING NEWS: Monaco president announces Falcao deal

 Official: Monaco announce Falcao deal


Monaco have confirmed that they have reached a deal to sign Radamel Falcao from Atletico Madrid this summer on a five-year deal.

I will retire at 40, says Puyol

Carles Puyol has no plans to retire just yet
The Barcelona veteran claims he will hang up his boots when his current contract at Camp Nou expires despite ongoing problems following knee surgery

Ljungberg returns to Arsenal in ambassadorial role

Ljungberg will join the Gunners' pre-season tour
The former Sweden international, who was a member of the Gunners' 'invincibles' team of 2003-04, will be a figurehead in the club's plan for international growth

Zanetti: Don't blame us for Stramaccioni's sacking

Javier Zanetti insists he had nothing to do with Andrea Stramaccioni's dismissal
The legendary Argentine insists he Esteban Cambiasso did not influence the departure of the Nerazzurri coach and believes president Massimo Moratti will not sell the club

Neymar's first day at Barcelona revealed

 Barcelona have confirmed their plans for Neymar's unveiling on Monday


The Brazilian superstar is set to be unveiled at Camp Nou on Monday, with around 50,000 supporters and assembled media expected to turn out for the event

Hamann slams Suarez: He dragged the image of Liverpool through the mud

Dietmar Hamann has slammed Luis Suarez as he commits to leaving Liverpool
The former Reds midfielder has criticised the Uruguay international following his announcement that he wants to leave England and is baffled by his decision to blame the media

Poli to join AC Milan in €6.5m deal

Andrea Poli is set to become AC Milan's latest starlet
The 23-year-old Sampdoria and Italy midfielder is expected to join the Rossoneri imminently, having previously played for rivals Inter on loan last season

Marcelo: I wanted Neymar at Real Madrid

Marcelo admits he would rather line up alongside Neymar than face him
The Brazilian says he is 'happy' for his international team-mate as he prepares to join Barcelona despite wishing he had opted to move to the Spanish capital instead

Heynckes denies Real Madrid agreement

Jupp Heynckes has dismissed Anatoliy Tymoshchuk's Real Madrid claims as a "joke"
The departing Bayern Munich boss has dismissed claims from Anatoliy Tymoshchuk that a deal is "99 per cent" agreed but hinted he may reveal his future plans on Saturday

'Mourinho will be a disaster at Chelsea' - Barcelona vice-president slams former Real Madrid boss

Barcelona vice-president expects Jose Mourinho to cause trouble back at Chelsea
Carles Vilarrubi anticipates trouble at Stamford Bridge should the Portuguese be installed as the Blues' new manager after a tumultuous three years at the Santiago Bernabeu

Atsu keen on Premier League move

The Porto defender is hoping for a move to the Premier League
The 21-year-old, who is entering the final year of his contract, has rejected a fresh deal at the Dragao with the intention of engineering a move to England this summer

Real Madrid to sell stadium naming rights

Los Blancos' famous stadium could soon be known by a different name
The Spanish giants announced a new sponsorship deal with Emirates on Thursday and will now be looking to find a suitable sponsor for their stadium

Stuttgart can upset Bayern, says Boka

The defender is determined to bring a halt to Bayern's treble trail
The Cote d'Ivoire international is determined to stop the Bavarians from making history

Oscar backs Brazil star Neymar to shine against England

 Barcelona's newest recruit is set to impress according to Chelsea's Oscar


The Chelsea youngster believes his international team-mate will only benefit from his recent move to Barcelona, and backed him to impress against the Three Lions

Berlusconi set to make Allegri decision

The Rossoneri boss will learn his fate this weekend
The Rossoneri president is to put an end to to months of speculation by deciding whether or not to stick with their current coach this weekend

Hamsik: I want to stay at Napoli

The Slovakia international wants to remain in Naples and repay the club's loyalty towards him
The attacking midfielder has been linked with a move to a bigger club on more than one occasion, but he's eager to remain with the Partenopei

BREAKING NEWS: Victor Valdes to stay at Barcelona until 2014

BREAKING NEWS: Victor Valdes to stay at Barcelona until 2014
The experienced goalkeeper has made it clear that he will not leave the Primera Division champions this summer

Mourinho should have shown humility, says Guti

One of Madrid's favourite former sons has criticised the outgoing coach's conduct this season
The 36-year-old has not been impressed with the Portuguese coach's behaviour after what he termed his "worst season"

Suarez tempted by Real Madrid


Liverpool striker Luis Suarez appears ready to take the bait set by Real Madrid in their pursuit of the Urugay international.