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The defender had been linked with moves away from the Reebok Stadium throughout the summer.

Rooney is set to miss England's friendly against Spain next month after his sending-off against Montenegro.

England need a point against Montenegro in their Euro 2012 qualifier on Friday.

Szczesny has stated he could be tempted by a move to Barcelona later in his career.

Messi is trying to ease the pressure on himself ahead of Argentina's World Cup qualifiers.

Iniesta has been given the all-clear after three weeks out with a muscle tear.

Former Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti wants to manage again in England.

Liverpool FC could soon visit India for a pre-season friendly.

An injury time own goal by Richard Dunne saw Aston Villa fail to claim their first away win of the season.

Nani opened the scoring for the Champions before Peter Crouch helped the hosts draw level.

Real Madrid dropped points for a second consecutive game in a 0-0 La Liga draw at Racing Santander.

Man United's sizzling start to the Premier League season faces its sternest test against Chelsea.

Cesc Fabregas has denied making any comments about Arsenal not being able to challenge for titles.

Manager Roberto Mancini has blamed "nerves" as his team drew 1-1 with Napoli on their Champions League debut.

Andres Iniesta will be out of action for one month after picking up a thigh injury.

Ferguson however confirmed that he has suffered ligament damage.