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Graham Poll: Forget that rant by Sir Alex...referee Chris Foy got it spot on

Having analysed Chris Foy's performance at Old Trafford, here's the news: he was absolutely spot on with his decision to allow five minutes in the FA Cup third-round tie.

Sunderland chasing Kuranyi on loan as Birmingham offer £9m for Kenwyne

Alex McLeish has signalled his determination to make a splash in this transfer window by making a £9m offer for Sunderland's giant striker Kenwyne Jones.

Portsmouth players still waiting to be paid: Pompey miss third deadline

Portsmouth failed again to pay their players yesterday as the club's under-fire board were told their transfer ban looks set to remain throughout January.

Bosnia international Safet Nadarevic to fly into Bolton for talks

Bolton have been linked with a move for Bosnia international Safet Nadarevic. The 29-year-old is with Turkish club Eskisehirspor, and is due to talk with Bolton on Monday.

Blackburn's Benni McCarthy is ready to solve Everton's striker crisis

Everton are considering a move for Blackburn Rovers misfit Benni McCarthy. The Goodison club are on a strict budget and boss David Moyes has multiple concerns up front.

Sheffield United bidding to bring Kyle Naughton back from Spurs on loan

Sheffield United want to bring Kyle Naughton back from Tottenham on loan. Defender Matthew Kilgallon, though, has rejected a £2m move to Newcastle.

Bhoys set £1m as the fee to lure captain Gary Caldwell away from Celtic Park

Celtic will play hardball over Gary Caldwell by holding out for £1million for the defender’s services. Wigan Athletic were preparing a bid of around £600,000.

Going nowhere: Celtic refuse to take offers for Aiden McGeady

Birmingham are willing to go as high as £8million for Aiden McGeady after manager Alex McLeish sent staff to Sunday’s Old Firm game, in which McGeady was a stand-out.