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Pompey expect embargo reprieve

Portsmouth executive director Mark Jacob expects the club's transfer embargo to be lifted next week.

Cech - Drogba loss no problem

Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech claims the Blues will cope without departing striker Didier Drogba.

Diouf - Maybe it's too cold

Blackburn forward El Hadji Diouf has suggested the recent cold weather has contributed to his poor form.

Wenger admits Bellamy liking

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has admitted his liking for Craig Bellamy, but played down any talk of a move for the Man City ace.

Arteta nightmare almost over

Mikel Arteta has revealed that he hopes to be back in action for Everton inside the next two months.

Bent on goal mission

Darren Bent has no intention of allowing his goal-laden season at Sunderland to fizzle out.

Ireland impressed by Mancini

Manchester City star Stephen Ireland has given his backing to new boss Roberto Mancini

McCarthy ready for Rovers exit

Benni McCarthy is hoping Blackburn will allow him to move on during the January transfer window.