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Peter Trembling plays waiting game with Notts County's future | Digger

• Munto Finance still named on club's share certificates• Mystery over relationship with Nathan WillettPeter Trembling was in London yesterday, apparently holding talks on investment in Notts County. But on behalf of whom? Digger was intrigued to learn that although eight weeks have...

Balram Chainrai wants quick sale of Portsmouth

• Chainrai wants to a quick and painless resale• Buyer must be responsible and trustworthyBalram Chainrai has just become Ports­mouth's fourth landlord of a tumultuous season, but he is a most reluctant owner. "This has just snowballed," he told the Guardian last night. Now,...

Faraj was 'reckless' says Portsmouth's new owner

• Takeover is to stop people recklessly trying to ruin club• I'm not looking to control Portsmouth, says Balram ChainraiPortsmouth's new owner, Balram Chainrai, has accused the ownership regime of Ali al-Faraj of being "reckless" after the Hong Kong businessman seized control of the 90%...

Milan interested in Nemanja Vidic as player's denials fail to convince

• Manchester United players talking openly of Vidic leaving• Serbia defender aware of interest from MilanNemanja Vidic's apparent desire to leave Manchester United at the end of the season has brought him to the attention of Milan, the club's opponents in the last 16 of the Champions...

The ten best England captains

While the suitability of England's current skipper is under question, there is no doubt that England have produced some fine leaders over the years.

Familes seeking truth about Hillsborough

• Critical 3.15pm cut-off point leaves many questions remaining• Families impressed with empathy and determination of panelThe eight-member panel overseeing the release of official documents relating to the Hillsborough disaster was told today by family representatives of the 96 people...

Chelsea win Kakuta case to overturn transfer ban

Chelsea were celebrating what they regarded as a major legal victory last night when it emerged that they will have to pay only £793,000 for teenage French striker Gaël Kakuta and have had their transfer embargo lifted by a Swiss court.

Reluctant saviour tries to buy time to settle Portsmouth tax debt

Balram Chainrai, the Premier League's most reluctant owner, appears a more astute businessmen than his predecessors, but even he did not appreciate the complex realities of football's finances when he was drawn into the sport.