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AVB: Tough start for Spurs

Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas believes his side face a difficult start to the season.

Sagna is still talking terms

Bacary Sagna has played down transfer gossip by revealing that he remains in talks with Arsenal over a new contract.

Frankfurt in Bendtner talks

Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt are in talks with Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner, according to sports director Heribert Buchhagen.

Mourinho ready for 'emotional' start

Jose Mourinho is ready for an "emotional" start to life back as Chelsea boss, with Hull City the visitors for their season opener.

Spain's new breed ready to replace old guard

Meet Spanish football's ready-made replacements for Alonso, Xavi and Iniesta

Striker Carroll signs for West Ham

West Ham United complete the signing of England striker Andy Carroll from Liverpool in a club record £15m deal.

Harper supports Kinnear call

Steve Harper admits life is 'never dull' at Newcastle United, but understands why they have moved to bring Joe Kinnear back.

Zaha return down to United

Crystal Palace chief executive Phil Alexander says he would love to bring Wilfried Zaha back to Selhurst Park, but added that any loan deal for the winger is down to Manchester United.

Carroll seals West Ham move

England forward Andy Carroll has completed his permanent transfer to West Ham United for an undisclosed, club record fee.