News Headlines

Spurs appoint Ehiogu as under-21 boss

Tottenham announce that former Aston Villa and Middlesbrough defender Ugo Ehiogu will coach their under-21 side.

Injured Carroll faces four months out

West Ham striker Andy Carroll could be out for four months after tearing ligaments in his ankle and requiring surgery.

Sunderland close to Van Aanholt deal

Sunderland are close to a deal to sign Chelsea left-back Patrick van Aanholt, reports BBC Newcastle.

Drogba belongs at Blues - Mourinho

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho says Didier Drogba "belongs" at the club as he considers re-signing the Galatasaray striker.

Friday's gossip column

Liverpool set their sights on Arturo Vidal, Didier Drogba closer to Chelsea return, and Man Utd plan move for Memphis Depay.

Arsène Wenger regrets demands of Arsenals pre-season friendlies

Manager says commercial demands are affecting players The best thing to do is stay and not travel too much Continue reading...

Nurture children from age two - coach

Asia-based youth coach Tom Byer will tell the FA children as young as two must be "nurtured" to help future England sides.

Costa Rica coach Jorge Luis Pinto to leave World Cup quarter-finalists

Colombian unable to agree terms to extend contract I wouldnt be able to count on conditions to carry out my work Continue reading...

Sunderland manager Gus Poyet fears he will miss out on landing Liverpool striker Fabio Borini

Italian forward appears to be resisting Liverpool's attempts to offload him, which is frustrating Sunderland manager attempts to sign him