vendredi 31 juillet 2015

Manchester United unveil new home kit

Manchester United reveal their new home kit, the first of a record-breaking deal with Adidas worth £75m a year.

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Akpom set to join Hayden at Hull

Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom is set to follow team-mate Isaac Hayden to Hull City on a season-long loan deal.

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Striker Lambert joins West Brom

Striker Rickie Lambert joins West Bromwich Albion from Liverpool for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.

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Stephens joins Middlesbrough on loan

Championship side Middlesbrough sign defender Jack Stephens from Southampton on a season-long loan deal.

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Arsenal v Chelsea

After a 64-day break the English domestic season returns on Sunday when Arsenal face champions Chelsea in the Community Shield.

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VIDEO: Off-season can get boring - Neil

Norwich City manager Alex Neil says that after a few days' holiday from football you can get bored, but says his children keep him busy.

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Foxes set to sign midfielder Kante

Leicester City are set to sign Caen midfielder N'Golo Kante for an undisclosed fee after he passed a medical.

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Villa sign midfielder Veretout

Aston Villa have complete the signing of Nantes midfielder Jordan Veretout on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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VIDEO: Cherries can compete - Elphick

Bournemouth captain Tommy Elphick believes his side can compete with the Premier League's big names.

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Cherries 'must get used to losing'

Bournemouth captain Tommy Elphick says they will have to get used to losing more games in their first Premier League season.

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Newcastle's Mbemba teased on age

Newcastle signing Chancel Mbemba is happy to be teased about uncertainty over his age, says an international team-mate.

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Which Premier League manager are you?

From dealing with egos to speaking to the press, take our quiz to find out what kind of Premier League manager you would make.

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Walcott signs new Arsenal deal

Arsenal and England striker Theo Walcott ends speculation about his future at the club by signing a new four-year deal.

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jeudi 30 juillet 2015

West Ham concern over Valencia injury

West Ham forward Enner Valencia is to have a scan on a knee injury he suffered against Astra Giurgiu.

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Spurs' Chiriches to join Napoli

Tottenham agree a deal for defender Vlad Chiriches to join Serie A side Napoli for an undisclosed fee.

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Luiz wants Di Maria at PSG

David Luiz "hopes" Angel Di Maria will join him at Paris St-Germain as Laurent Blanc says a move for the winger is close.

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Binnom-Williams joins Burton on loan

Burton Albion sign defender Jerome Binnom-Williams on a season-long loan from Premier League side Crystal Palace.

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Wilson signs new Bournemouth deal

Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson signs a new four-year contract with the newly promoted Premier League side.

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Konchesky not in Ranieri's plans

New Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri says experienced left-back Paul Konchesky is "not in his plans".

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mercredi 29 juillet 2015

De Gea saga 'unfavourable' - Van Gaal

Louis van Gaal says the David De Gea saga has caused a problem while admitting he doesn't know where Angel Di Maria is.

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Chelsea still team to beat - Shearer

Premier League champions Chelsea "will still be the team to beat" this season, says former England captain Alan Shearer.

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Norwich sign Liverpool's Wisdom

Liverpool defender Andre Wisdom joins fellow Premier League side Norwich on a season-long loan.

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Szczesny joins Roma on season loan

Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny joins Roma on a season-long loan but is told he still has a Gunners future.

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Buying a 'messy business' - Coates

Stoke City chairman Peter Coates says that trying to make new signings can be a "messy business".

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Norwich sign winger Brady from Hull

Norwich City sign Republic of Ireland winger Robbie Brady for an undisclosed fee from Hull City on a three-year deal.

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Caulker signs for Saints on loan

Defender Steven Caulker signs for Southampton on a season-long loan deal from Championship side QPR.

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Benitez destroyed Inter - Mourinho

Jose Mourinho says Rafael Benitez "destroyed the best team in Europe" when the Spaniard replaced him at Inter Milan.

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mardi 28 juillet 2015

What went wrong for Angel Di Maria?

As £59.7m British record signing Angel Di Maria looks set to leave Manchester United, BBC Sport asks what went wrong.

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Marseille sign Baggies target Diaby

Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby signs for Marseille after rejecting a move to West Brom.

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Newcastle's Armstrong joins Coventry

Coventry City sign Newcastle United and England Under-18 striker Adam Armstrong on a youth loan deal until 16 January.

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We don't listen to others - Wenger

Arsene Wenger reacts to Jose Mourinho's comments on his spending in the transfer window ahead of Sunday's Community Shield.

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Atletico re-sign Luis from Chelsea

Chelsea and Brazil full-back Filipe Luis rejoins Atletico Madrid, one year after his move to Stamford Bridge.

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Burnley sign Everton striker Long

Championship side Burnley sign Everton striker Chris Long for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract.

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Howe looking to 'beef up' midfield

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says his squad need more "beef" in midfield ahead of their maiden Premier League season.

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Hull's Chester set for West Brom

West Bromwich Albion are set to sign Hull City defender James Chester after a fee of £8m was agreed.

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lundi 27 juillet 2015

Berahino 'not ready for Spurs move'

A move to Tottenham this summer would be too soon for striker Saido Berahino, says his former West Brom boss Alan Irvine.

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VIDEO: 'Could Ronaldo return to Man Utd?'

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal refuses to be drawn on the likelihood of Cristiano Ronaldo returning to Old Trafford this summer.

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VIDEO: Ronaldo to Man Utd, Arsenal to spend?

BBC Sport's David Ornstein has the latest transfer gossip, including rumours of a Manchester United return for Cristiano Ronaldo.

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VIDEO: Liverpool right club for me - Benteke

Christian Benteke says Liverpool are "the right club" for him after completing his £32.5m move from Aston Villa.

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VIDEO: Mourinho: Chelsea need a left-back

Jose Mourinho says Chelsea "need a left-back" after the club sanctioned a move for Felipe Luis to return to Atletico Madrid.

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VIDEO: Depay 'stronger' with Van Gaal

Manchester United forward Memphis Depay says Louis van Gaal is a "great manager" and he feels "stronger" after every training session with him.

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Jerome and Olsson progressing - Neil

Norwich City boss Alex Neil says Cameron Jerome and Martin Olsson are "progressing really well" from injuries.

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Aston Villa sign Ghana striker Ayew

Aston Villa sign Ghana striker Jordan Ayew, as they look to replace Liverpool's Christian Benteke.

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Striker Berghuis signs for Watford

Watford make their 10th signing of the summer with the addition of Netherlands forward Steven Berghuis from AZ Alkmaar.

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Boro sign Watford's Fabbrini on loan

Middlesbrough sign midfielder Diego Fabbrini on a season-long loan from Premier League newcomers Watford.

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Ex-Barca winger Afellay set for Stoke

Netherlands winger Ibrahim Afellay is set to become the fourth former Barcelona player at Stoke City

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Villa 'agree deal' for defender Crespo

Aston Villa agree a deal to sign Cordoba defender Jose Angel Crespo according to the Spanish club.

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dimanche 26 juillet 2015

Man United sign goalkeeper Romero

Manchester United sign goalkeeper Sergio Romero on a free transfer after he left Sampdoria.

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'Ronaldo is type of player we need'

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal says Cristiano Ronaldo is the kind of player whose creativity would complete his squad.

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Walcott 'close' to signing new deal

Arsenal forward Theo Walcott is getting "closer and closer" to signing a new contract, says manager Arsene Wenger.

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Sporting Lisbon win Cape Town Cup

Sporting Lisbon score two late goals to beat Crystal Palace and win the pre-season Cape Town Cup in South Africa.

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Jovetic to have Inter Milan medical

Manchester City striker Stevan Jovetic looks like leaving the club after Inter Milan announced he will have a medical.

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Newcastle agree deal to sign Mbemba

Newcastle United agree a deal to sign Anderlecht defender Chancel Mbemba, subject to a work permit.

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samedi 25 juillet 2015

Chelsea beat PSG on penalties in USA

Radamel Falcao makes his Chelsea debut as his side defeat Paris St-Germain on a penalty shootout in the USA.

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Man Utd 3-1 Barcelona

Manchester United continue their winning run on their pre-season tour of the United States with a 3-1 win over Barcelona.

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Van Gaal confirms Di Maria absence

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal questions why midfielder Angel Di Maria has not joined up with his squad on tour.

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West Brom offer contract to Diaby

West Brom boss Tony Pulis says the club have offered a contract to former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby.

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Ozil can have best season - Wenger

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil can produce his best season since he joined the club, says boss Arsene Wenger.

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Forest sign Foxes goalkeeper Hamer

Nottingham Forest sign goalkeeper Ben Hamer on a season-long loan from Premier League side Leicester City.

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Arsenal 6-0 Lyon

Alex Iwobi scores his first goal for Arsenal as they ease to a 6-0 pre-season friendly win over French side Lyon.

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vendredi 24 juillet 2015

Di Maria to join Man Utd on tour

Angel Di Maria is expected to join Manchester United's tour of the USA on Saturday despite speculation about a move to PSG.

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Stoke 'desperate' to get Bojan back

Stoke City assistant manager Mark Bowen says getting Bojan Krkic back ahead of schedule is a massive pre-season boost.

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Delph off on stretcher on City debut

Fabian Delph's Manchester City debut ends after 18 minutes as he suffers a hamstring injury against Real Madrid.

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West Brom suspend takeover talks

West Brom suspend takeover talks with an unnamed bidder as hopes of new owners being in place this month recede.

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'Arsenal can buy almost any player'

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has the financial backing to break the club's transfer record, says club director Lord Harris.

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Gardos out for 'six to seven' months

Southampton defender Florin Gardos is set to miss the next "six to seven months" with a knee injury.

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jeudi 23 juillet 2015

Kewell takes on Watford coach role

Watford appoint former Liverpool and Leeds striker Harry Kewell as their under-21 coach.

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Falcao was best of 'human players'

Hernan Crespo says Radamel Falcao was only behind Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo before suffering a knee injury.

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Dzeko could leave, admits Pellegrini

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini admits that striker Edin Dzeko - linked with a move to Roma - could leave the club.

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McCarthy joins Palace from QPR

Crystal Palace sign goalkeeper Alex McCarthy from QPR for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £3.5m.

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Myhill signs new West Brom contract

West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Boaz Myhill signs a new two-year deal with the Baggies.

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'Premier League' Boro swayed Downing

Winger Stewart Downing says Middlesbrough's ambition was key to dropping a division from Premier League side West Ham.

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Mourinho defends Begovic after loss

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho defends "tired" goalkeeper Asmir Begovic after he conceded four goals on his debut.

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mercredi 22 juillet 2015

I joined for great Van Gaal - Depay

Man Utd forward Memphis Depay says his new boss Louis van Gaal is a "great manager" who can make players better.

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Wenger 'panics' about retiring

Arsene Wenger says the thought of retirement makes him panic as he prepares for a 20th season as Arsenal boss.

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Liverpool seal £32.5m Benteke move

Liverpool sign striker Christian Benteke from Aston Villa for £32.5m to take their number of summer arrivals to seven.

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Liverpool future 'up to Balotelli'

Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli's future at Anfield is in his own hands, says Reds manager Brendan Rodgers.

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Defender Britos joins Watford

Watford make former Napoli defender Miguel Britos their eighth summer signing on a three-year deal.

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West Ham sign midfielder Lanzini

Argentine midfielder Manuel Lanzini has signed for West Ham, says the club's co-chairman David Gold.

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Chelsea fans banned over Paris racism

Four Chelsea fans accused of refusing to allow a black man on to the Paris Metro are banned from attending football matches.

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Wigan sign Man Utd defender James

League One side Wigan sign Manchester United defender Reece James for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

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mardi 21 juillet 2015

Depay scores first Man Utd goal

Memphis Depay scores his first Manchester United goal in a 3-1 pre-season win over MLS side San Jose Earthquakes.

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Luis set to leave Chelsea - Mourinho

Left-back Filipe Luis is close to leaving Chelsea only a year after moving to Stamford Bridge, says boss Jose Mourinho.

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Cambiasso ends Leicester City stay

Argentina midfielder Esteban Cambiasso rejects an offer to stay with Premier League side Leicester City.

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Everton duo join Wigan on loan

League One side Wigan Athletic sign Everton pair Jonjoe Kenny and Francisco Junior on loan.

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Bamford joins Crystal Palace on loan

Crystal Palace sign 21-year-old striker Patrick Bamford from Premier League rivals Chelsea on a season-long loan deal.

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Magpies deals show intent - McClaren

Boss Steve McClaren says Georginio Wijnaldum and Aleksandar Mitrovic signings are a "statement of intent" by Newcastle.

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McClean anthem row 'nipped in bud'

West Bromwich Albion speak with James McClean after the winger refused to acknowledge the British national anthem.

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Sterling scores on Man City debut

New Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling scores three minutes into his debut in a friendly against Roma on Tuesday.

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Newcastle sign £13m striker Mitrovic

Newcastle United sign Belgian league top scorer Aleksandar Mitrovic from Anderlecht for a reported £13m.

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lundi 20 juillet 2015

Rooney 'to play as central striker'

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he plans to use Wayne Rooney as a central striker next season.

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Stambouli leaves Tottenham for PSG

Midfielder Benjamin Stambouli leaves Tottenham after one season in the Premier League to join Paris St-Germain.

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Rooney set to play for Everton side

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney agrees to play for Everton in a testimonial for former team-mate Duncan Ferguson.

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Sterling in line for Man City debut

New Manchester City signing Raheem Sterling is expected to make his debut for the club against Roma on Tuesday.

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Ranieri wants Cambiasso return

Leicester City fail to elaborate on why Nigel Pearson was sacked, as new manager Claudio Ranieri faced the media.

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New signings score in Liverpool win

Summer signings James Milner and Danny Ings score as Liverpool beat Adelaide United 2-0 on their pre-season tour.

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Hughes wants one more 'top' signing

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes wants to make one more "top-quality" signing before the start of the season.

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dimanche 19 juillet 2015

Man Utd happy with attacking options

Manchester United are ready to gamble on the fitness of striker Wayne Rooney, and may not bring in any more forwards.

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Liverpool agree £32.5m Benteke deal

Liverpool reach an agreement with Aston Villa over the £32.5m transfer of Belgium striker Christian Benteke.

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Chelsea's Stones bid angers Martinez

Everton manager Roberto Martinez criticises Chelsea for publicising their £20m bid for defender John Stones.

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Man City sign Fulham teenager Roberts

Manchester City confirm the signing of Fulham teenager Patrick Roberts for an undisclosed fee.

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Mata told of Man Utd rebuilding plan

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata says he was told about the club's rebuilding task before he joined in January 2014.

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samedi 18 juillet 2015

Villa sign French full-back Amavi

Aston Villa sign France under-21 international defender Jordan Amavi on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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vendredi 17 juillet 2015

De Gea staying unless Ramos joins

Manchester United are prepared to let goalkeeper David De Gea leave for free next summer rather than give in to Real Madrid.

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Terriers sign Hiwula from Man City

Huddersfield Town sign Manchester City forward Jordy Hiwula for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

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Delph's £8m Man City move back on

Aston Villa captain Fabian Delph's £8m move from Villa Park to Manchester City is back on.

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Atletico talks over Chelsea's Luis

Atletico Madrid are in talks with Chelsea over left-back Filipe Luis's possible return to the Spanish club.

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Football sponsors urged to pull out

Premier League sponsors and broadcasters urged to pull out of football unless there are improvements in disabled facilities.

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Middlesbrough re-sign Chelsea's Kalas

Championship side Middlesbrough re-sign Chelsea defender Tomas Kalas on a season-long loan deal.

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Spanish clubs show Michu interest

Spanish clubs Rayo Vallecano and Granada confirm their interest in Swansea City forward Michu.

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jeudi 16 juillet 2015

"I didn't want Downing to go" - Bilic

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic says he did not want winger Stewart Downing, who has rejoined Middlesbrough, to leave.

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VIDEO: Man Utd introduce three new signings

Manchester United unveil their three new signings at a press conference in Seattle.

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VIDEO: Sterling: Mum thinks I look good in blue

Raheem Sterling speaks about his £49m move from Liverpool to Manchester City, joking his mum says he "looks good in blue".

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VIDEO: Van Persie: I belong at highest level

Robin van Persie says he can still play at the highest level after his move from Manchester United to Fenerbahce in Turkey.

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VIDEO: Five great Robin van Persie goals

BBC Sport looks back at five of Robin van Persie's best Premier League goals, as he completes his move from Manchester United to Turkish side Fenerbahce.

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VIDEO: Sterling's best goals for Liverpool

Watch seven of Raheem Sterling's best goals for Liverpool as the forward signs for Manchester City for a fee that could reach £49m.

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VIDEO: Sterling - from QPR to £49m player

How Raheem Sterling progressed from a 15-year-old at QPR to the second most expensive British player in football.

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VIDEO: Man United move a dream - Depay

Dutch international Memphis Depay describes his move to Manchester United as "a dream come true".

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Liverpool to meet £32.5m Benteke clause

Liverpool are set to meet the £32.5m release clause of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke.

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Sunderland's Vergini joins Getafe

Sunderland defender Santiago Vergini joins Spanish side Getafe on a season-long loan deal with a view to a permanent transfer.

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Juanfran set to return to Deportivo

Deportivo La Coruna agree terms with Watford to take right-back Juanfran back to Spain on another season-long loan.

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mercredi 15 juillet 2015

Valdes will be sold - Van Gaal

Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes is for sale after boss Louis van Gaal claimed he "refused to play" for the reserves.

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Saints sign Dutch midfielder Clasie

Southampton sign 24-year-old Netherlands midfielder Jordy Clasie from Feyenoord for a fee in the region of £8m.

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Sunderland sign £8m Lens from Kiev

Dynamo Kiev midfielder Jeremain Lens signs for Sunderland after the clubs agree an £8m fee.

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Villa appoint German sporting director

Aston Villa name former Arsenal employee Hendrik Almstadt as their first sporting director.

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Downing set for Middlesbrough return

Stewart Downing is set to move back to Middlesbrough after West Ham give permission to speak to his former club.

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mardi 14 juillet 2015

Monk expects Michu's Swansea exit

Swansea City boss Garry Monk does not think that Spain forward Michu will play for the club again.

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I'm glad it's over, says Sterling

Raheem Sterling says he is ready to consistently challenge for major honours after completing his £49m move to Manchester City.

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Sanchez to miss start of season

Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez will miss the start of the season after helping Chile win the Copa America.

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Watford sign Udinese defender Nyom

Watford sign Cameroon international right-back Allan Nyom on a four-year deal from Udinese.

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Villa takeover 'dead' says Sherwood

Talks over a £150m takeover deal at Aston Villa have broken down, manager Tim Sherwood has revealed.

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Hammers re-sign Jenkinson on loan

Defender Carl Jenkinson joins West Ham for a second loan spell after signing a new long-term contract with Arsenal.

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Moses 'may play part for Chelsea'

Victor Moses could be given a chance at Chelsea after returning from a loan deal at Stoke, says Potters boss Mark Hughes.

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Stoke target top players and Europe

Stoke City will continue their attempts to sign "top players" as they bid to return to Europe, says manager Mark Hughes.

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Martinez wants Everton in Europe

Everton manager Roberto Martinez wants a return to European football despite admitting it affected them last season.

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lundi 13 juillet 2015

Spurs keeper Lloris breaks wrist

Tottenham's France international goalkeeper Hugo Lloris breaks his wrist but will "bid to be ready for the start of the season".

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Trolls target footballer's daughter

People who posted abusive messages directed at the daughter of Raheem Sterling are being investigated by police.

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Vale sign Watford's Ikpeazu on loan

Port Vale sign former Crewe loanee Uche Ikpeazu on a six-month loan from Premier League Watford.

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Ranieri appointed Leicester manager

Leicester City appoint former Chelsea boss Claudio Ranieri as their new manager, following Nigel Pearson's sacking.

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Spurs' Ward joins Rotherham on loan

Rotherham United sign Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Grant Ward on a loan deal.

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Dann signs new Palace contract

Crystal Palace defender Scott Dann, the club's player of the season, signs a new five-year contract at Selhurst Park.

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Norwich keeper Matthews pens deal

Norwich City goalkeeper Remi Matthews signs a new two-year contract with the Premier League club.

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Man Utd complete double signing

Manchester United sign Germany international Bastian Schweinsteiger and France midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin.

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Chelsea sign Stoke keeper Begovic

Premier League champions Chelsea sign goalkeeper Asmir Begovic from Stoke City on a four-year deal.

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Rodgers has 'no issue' with Sterling

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has no problem with Raheem Sterling as the forward prepares to join Manchester City for £49m.

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dimanche 12 juillet 2015

Schneiderlin set for Man Utd switch

Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin is having a medical ahead of a proposed transfer to Manchester United.

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Sterling to miss Liverpool tour

Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling is withdrawn from the club's squad for a pre-season tour of Thailand, Australia and Malaysia.

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samedi 11 juillet 2015

Defender Darmian seals Man Utd move

Manchester United sign Torino and Italy defender Matteo Darmian for an undisclosed fee after he pens a four-year deal.

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Watford sign Behrami from Hamburg

Watford sign former West Ham midfielder Valon Behrami, 30, from Hamburg on a three-year deal.

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Why Schweinsteiger move 'is a risk'

Bundesliga football writer Mark Lovell explains why signing Bastian Schweinsteiger may be a gamble for Manchester United.

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Delph confirms he will stay at Villa

Aston Villa captain Fabian Delph confirms he is staying at the club following reports he was set to join Manchester City.

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Striker Guidetti joins Celta Vigo

Former Manchester City striker John Guidetti, 23, joins Spanish side Celta Vigo on a five-year contract.

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Man Utd agree Schewinsteiger deal

Manchester United agree the transfer of Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger from Bayern Munich.

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Stoke set to sign defender Johnson

Stoke are set to sign former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson, while goalkeeper Asmir Begovic is expected to join Chelsea.

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McAllister appointed Liverpool coach

Gary McAllister is appointed first team coach at Liverpool, as part of manager Brendan Rodgers' new look backroom team.

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vendredi 10 juillet 2015

Man Utd close to Schweinsteiger deal

Manchester United are close to completing the signing of Germany and Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger.

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Chelsea's Van Ginkel loaned to Stoke

Stoke City sign Dutch midfielder Marco van Ginkel on a season-long loan from Premier League rivals Chelsea.

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Skrtel signs new Liverpool deal

Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel, who has been at the club since 2008, signs a new contract with the Reds.

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Lack of strikers an issue - Van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal admits his lack of strikers is a problem, but hints Memphis Depay could plug the gap.

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Delph to join Man City from Villa

Aston Villa captain Fabian Delph is expected to sign for Manchester City on Saturday, BBC WM reports.

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West Ham sign Juve defender Ogbonna

West Ham sign Italy defender Angelo Ogbonna from Juventus on a four-year deal.

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Lewis signs first Watford contract

Watford academy winger Dennon Lewis signs a three-year professional contract at Vicarage Road.

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McEachran completes Brentford move

Brentford sign midfielder Josh McEachran from Chelsea on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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VIDEO: Gerrard tips Sterling to leave Liverpool

Steven Gerrard believes Liverpool's Raheem Sterling will leave Anfield, after reports the forward missed training through illness and does not want to go on the club's pre-season tour.

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Palace sign Cabaye for record £10m

Crystal Palace sign midfielder Yohan Cabaye from French champions Paris St-Germain for a club-record transfer fee of £10m.

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Swansea boss Monk signs new contract

Swansea City manager Garry Monk signs a new three-year contract with the Premier League club.

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jeudi 9 juillet 2015

Gerrard disappointed with Sterling

Steven Gerrard says Raheem Sterling and "professional" Liverpool team-mate Jordan Henderson are at "different ends of the scale".

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Fenerbahce in talks with Van Persie

Turkish side Fenerbahce confirm they have opened talks to sign striker Robin van Persie, 31, from Manchester United.

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West Ham close to Ogbonna signing

West Ham are close to completing the signing of Italy international Angelo Ogbonna from Juventus.

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Aston Villa sign goalkeeper Bunn

Aston Villa sign former Norwich keeper Mark Bunn on a two-year deal, with Shay Given understood to be leaving the club.

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mercredi 8 juillet 2015

The summer's top 25 transfer targets

With the new season a month away, chief football writer Phil McNulty looks at which players are most likely to be on the move.

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McAllister set for Liverpool coach job

Former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister is set to become first-team coach in Brendan Rodgers' new-look backroom team.

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Preki 'accepts job in UK'

Former Everton winger Preki announces he has accepted a coaching job "in the UK", but is yet to name the club.

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PNE bring in Man Utd striker Keane

Championship side Preston North End sign Manchester United striker Will Keane on a season-long loan deal.

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Stoke's Nzonzi to have Sevilla talks

Stoke City midfielder Steven Nzonzi is to have talks with Sevilla after the clubs agreed a reported £7m fee.

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Swansea to subsidise away tickets

Swansea announce a new scheme in which fans will pay no more than £22 for an away ticket in the Premier League next season.

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AUDIO: I didn't like Fridays - Richards

New Aston Villa signing Micah Richards says Fridays, when he regularly found out that he had not been picked by Manchester City, were "hard to take".

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Man Utd close to deal for Darmian

Man Utd hope to sign Torino defender Matteo Darmian in time for him to be involved in their pre-season tour of the USA.

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Spurs to stage NFL games at new home

Tottenham Hotspur announce they will stage two NFL games per season over 10 years at their new stadium.

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Tottenham sign defender Alderweireld

Tottenham sign Belgium defender Toby Alderweireld from Atletico Madrid on a deal until 2020.

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Sterling wants to miss Reds tour

Raheem Sterling asks to be left out of Liverpool's forthcoming pre-season tour to the Far East.

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Delph 'asks Richards about Man City'

Micah Richards says Aston Villa team-mate Fabian Delph has asked him for his thoughts about life at Manchester City.

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mardi 7 juillet 2015

Cardiff confirm Ameobi loan signing

Cardiff confirm the signing of Newcastle forward Sammy Ameobi on loan for 2015-16 season.

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Hull reject Norwich's Brady bids

Hull City reject three bids from Norwich City for winger Robbie Brady, BBC Radio Humberside reports.

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Balotelli misses start of pre-season

Liverpool give striker Mario Balotelli permission to miss the start of pre-season after a family bereavement.

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Southampton sign defender Martina

Southampton sign Curacao international defender Cuco Martina from Dutch club FC Twente on a two-year contract.

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Tottenham extend Bentaleb contract

Tottenham midfielder Nabil Bentaleb signs a new five-year contract with the Premier League club.

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McArthur signs new Palace deal

Crystal Palace midfielder James McArthur commits his future to the club by signing a new three-year deal.

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lundi 6 juillet 2015

Man City sign Turkey striker Unal

Manchester City sign 18-year-old Turkey striker Enes Unal from Bursaspor for an undisclosed fee.

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Sterling 'most valuable young player'

A new study ranks Liverpool and England forward Raheem Sterling as the most valuable young player in Europe.

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Milner wants more games at Liverpool

New Liverpool signing James Milner says he left Manchester City for the chance of more games in central midfield.

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Koeman confirms Schneiderlin bid

Manchester United have had a bid for Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin rejected, Ronald Koeman confirms.

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Fenerbahce sign £4.25m winger Nani

Manchester United winger Nani has joined Turkish side Fenerbahce for £4.25m on a three-year deal.

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Bees set to sign Chelsea's McEachran

Brentford are set to sign Chelsea midfielder Josh McEachran in a deal worth £750,000, BBC Sport understands.

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Watford sign Capoue for record fee

Watford sign France international midfielder Etienne Capoue from Tottenham for a club-record fee.

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Saints face Alderweireld legal case

Southampton could be facing a legal battle to complete a £6.8m permanent deal for Belgium defender Toby Alderweireld.

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Swindon set to sign Liverpool trio

Swindon Town are to complete a triple loan deal with Premier League Liverpool, report BBC Radio Wiltshire.

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dimanche 5 juillet 2015

O'Driscoll to be Liverpool assistant

Liverpool will name England Under-19s boss Sean O'Driscoll as their new assistant manager on Monday.

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vendredi 3 juillet 2015

Sunderland sign Celtic's Matthews

Sunderland sign Wales international Adam Matthews from Scottish champions Celtic for £2m on a four-year deal.

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Fiorentina ponder Salah legal action

Fiorentina could take legal action after claiming Chelsea winger Mohamed Salah has refused to return to the Serie A club.

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Deeney signs extended Watford deal

Watford's top scorer from last season Troy Deeney commits his future the newly promoted Premier League club until 2020.

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Derby sign Ince for club record £4.75m

Derby County sign ex-England Under-21 winger Tom Ince from Hull for a club record fee understood to be around £4.75m.

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Premier League Friday game announced

Aston Villa will host Manchester United on a Friday night because of "unique circumstances", broadcasters announce.

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Chelsea agree loan deal for Falcao

Premier League champions Chelsea agree a season-long loan for Monaco and Colombia striker Radamel Falcao.

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Man City restrictions lifted by Uefa

Man City have restrictions on transfer spending and European squad size lifted after meeting their Financial Fair Play target.

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QPR reject £12m bid for Austin

Queens Park Rangers reject a £12m bid for striker Charlie Austin from managerless Premier League side Leicester.

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West Brom takeover nears completion

West Brom hope to have new owners by the end of July after the granting of exclusive negotiations to an unnamed bidder.

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jeudi 2 juillet 2015

Fenerbahce hold talks to sign Nani

Turkish club Fenerbahce are in talks about signing Portugal international winger Nani from Manchester United.

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Sunderland bid for Celtic's Matthews

Sunderland have an offer accepted by Celtic for Wales right-back Adam Matthews after signing Saidy Janko.

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VIDEO: Mings looking ahead to top flight

New Bournemouth signing Tyrone Mings is looking ahead to the challenge of the Premier League after joining from Ipswich Town.

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Gueye set for £9m Aston Villa move

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye is set to sign for Aston Villa in a £9m move from French side Lille.

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Fulham sign Swans defender Richards

Fulham sign Wales defender Jazz Richards from Premier League side Swansea City for an undisclosed fee.

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Everton job for Southport's Cavanagh

Peter Cavanagh retires from football and leaves Southport to join Everton's coaching staff.

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mercredi 1 juillet 2015

Injury blow for striker Hernandez

Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez is facing a spell on the sidelines after breaking a collarbone.

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Ramos 'would only leave for Man Utd'

Sergio Ramos will only leave Real Madrid to join Manchester United, according to former Real president Ramon Calderon.

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Sunderland sign Coates from Liverpool

Sunderland sign Liverpool's Uruguay defender Sebastian Coates for an undisclosed fee on a four-year contract.

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Transfer deals - July 2015

Track all the latest signings day by day throughout July in England, Scotland and across the world.

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Manager ins and outs - July 2015

Track the managerial ins and outs and a list of every boss in the top five leagues in England and the Scottish Premiership.

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Swansea sign Braga striker Eder

Portugal striker Eder joins Swansea City on a three-year deal from Sporting Braga for an undisclosed fee.

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Saints terminate Osvaldo contract

Southampton terminate the contract of Italy striker and record signing Dani Osvaldo after his loan spell in Argentina.

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Who can replace Pearson at Leicester?

Chief football writer Phil McNulty examines the potential candidates to replace the sacked Nigel Pearson at Leicester.

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Vydra joins Watford permanently

Premier League newcomers Watford sign Czech Republic striker Matej Vydra from Italian side Udinese on a five-year deal.

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Liverpool sign Clyne in £12.5m deal

Liverpool sign England right-back Nathaniel Clyne from Premier League rivals Southampton in a £12.5m deal.

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Veteran Distin joins Bournemouth

Newly promoted Bournemouth sign 37-year-old former Everton defender Sylvain Distin on a free transfer.

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Leeds sign Leicester striker Wood

Championship side Leeds United sign Leicester City striker Chris Wood for an undisclosed fee on a four-year deal.

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Garbutt signs new Everton contract

Everton's England Under-21 international Luke Garbutt signs a new five-year deal to remain at Goodison Park.

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