Paris Saint-Germain signing Thiago Silva claims that he and his family were reluctant to leave AC Milan but were persuaded by manager Leonardo. Thiago Silva last week completed a high profile €42 million move from AC Milan to PSG despite having signed a new deal with the Rossoneri earlier this month.The Brazilian defended his move, insisting that he didn't move to PSG for the money as h...Full Story »

KOP CHASE ... Liverpool fancy Fulham striker Dempsey BRENDAN RODGERS has revealed Liverpool have contacted Fulham about Clint Dempsey. But the deal is far from done as the Reds were forced into an embarrassing climbdown over the American frontman. A row broke out after the Kop’s US owners Fenway Sports Group announced on its website: ‘Dempsey joins club.’ But just as Liverp...Full Story »

Robin van Persie: Will report back on Monday Robin van Persie returns to Arsenal on Monday following his summer break and Sky Sports understands he will hold talks with the club. However, there is no indication that Van Persie's stance over a new contract has changed - as he awaits further developments on his future. Juventus, Manchester City and Manchester United all maintain an interest in ...Full Story »

COINING IT IN ... Neymar ENGLAND may be seven places ahead of Brazil in the FIFA rankings — but not when it comes to transfers. New figures compiled by FIFA’s Transfer Matching System put Brazil top of the league. Between January 1 and June 30 they had, by far, the busiest market with 700 ins and outs. Some countries are yet to release their numbers, but England, with about 300...Full Story »

c Porto star Hulk has strongly denied he has already agreed a big-money deal to move to Chelsea. The Brazilian striker has been continually linked with a switch to Stamford Bridge this summer, with the Blues reported to have already held positive talks with the player. Hulk, however, insists he has not had any contact with the Champions League winners and is taking little notice of the rumour...Full Story »

c Wigan Athletic goalkeeper Mike Pollitt has expressed his delight at manager Roberto Martinez's decision to remain at the club, despite offers from elsewhere. The former Swansea City boss has been linked with numerous Premier League jobs this summer, including posts at Liverpool, Aston Villa and Tottenham, but chose to remain at the DW Stadium. The 40-year-old shot-stopper was happy to hear ...Full Story »

Raffaella Fico, the former girlfriend of Mario Balotelli, has stated that the Manchester City attacker is due to become a father later this year. The two split up earlier in 2012, but now intend to reconcile as they aim to raise the kid together. "I called Mario at Italy's training camp the day before the semi-final against Germany. I asked him whether he remembered our conversation abo...Full Story »

Sion sporting director Marco Degennaro has confirmed  that his side are pondering a move for Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero. The 37-year-old is currently assessing his options for the future as he is set to leave the Bianconeri after the Serie A champions decided against offering him a new contract. Del Piero has guaranteed that he will go abroad for the next stage of his career, ...Full Story »

Jermain Defoe: Included in Roy Hodgson's England squad for Euro 2012 finals Roy Hodgson has revealed he took Harry Redknapp's advice over striker Jermain Defoe when choosing his Euro 2012 squad. Defoe made it into Hodgson's 23-man party for this summer's finals as the new England boss seeks to get off to a winning start. Tottenham boss Redknapp was the favourite to land the England job but th...Full Story »

John Ruddy: Has been selected in England's 23-man squad for Euro 2012 Paul Lambert believes John Ruddy's England call-up is fully deserved, with the Norwich keeper having worked hard to earn an opportunity. Three Lions boss Roy Hodgson has selected Ruddy in his 23-man squad for Euro 2012 on the back of his consistent displays in the Premier League. He is one of two uncapped players included i...Full Story »