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Mallorca fail with Europa League expulsion appeal
Mallorca have failed in their appeal against expulsion from this season's Europa League. UEFA announced earlier this month it had denied the Spanish side entry to the upcoming season's competition after deeming that they had fallen foul of financial regulations relating to their debts.
Northern Ireland chiefs fail to prevent defection
Northern Ireland football chiefs have suffered a defeat in their attempts to prevent players switching to play for Republic of Ireland.


Barca will 'respect' Arsenal's Cesc wish
Barcelona sporting vice-president Josep Maria Bartomeu says the Spanish champions "respect" Arsenal's wish not to sell Cesc Fabregas and insists there is no dialogue between the two clubs at present.
Wenger: Arsenal need at least one more defender
Arsene Wenger has admitted that Arsenal need to sign at least one more centre back before the close of the summer transfer window.


N'Zogbia: Wigan won't stop me joining 'good club'
Charles N'Zogbia has claimed he has been told he will be allowed to leave Wigan if "a good club" makes an approach.


Defender Stam joins Wigan from FC Twente
Wigan have added Dutch defender Ronnie Stam to their squad after signing the right-back from Dutch champions FC Twente.
England goalkeeper James signs for Bristol City
David James has signed a one-year deal with Championship side Bristol City.


Garrido exits City to replace Kolarov at Lazio
Manchester City's summer of offloading to make room for their multi-million signings has begun with the sale of Javier Garrido to Lazio, for a fee believed to be around £2.5 million.


Robinho to return to City
Robinho will head back to Manchester City after being told that his loan agreement with Santos will be terminated.


Puyol: Arsenal wrong to deny Cesc 'dream move'
Barcelona defender Carles Puyol feels Arsenal may be making a mistake by keeping Cesc Fabregas for another season as he "doesn't want to be there".


Hodgson dismisses talk Ngog could leave
Roy Hodgson said he has no plans to allow David Ngog to leave Liverpool after the striker scored twice to secure a 2-0 win over Rabotnicki Kometal.


Ronaldinho set to commit to AC Milan until 2014
Ronaldinho will sign a deal to keep him at AC Milan for the next four years, according to his agent.
Juve claim Liverpool want Poulsen
Juventus general director Giuseppe Marotta claims Liverpool are interested in defensive midfielder Christian Poulsen.
Real Madrid agree deal with Stuttgart for Khedira
Stuttgart have confirmed they have reached an agreement with Real Madrid over midfielder Sami Khedira.


Macheda targets breakthrough season at United
Manchester United starlet Federico Macheda hopes to make the breakthrough this season after overcoming his injury problems.
UEFA awaits reports after Rabotnicki racism claims
UEFA has confirmed it is aware of claims racist chants were directed at Liverpool's players during Thursday night's Europa League qualifying game against FK Rabotnicki in Macedonia.


Agent confident Balotelli deal will be completed
Mario Balotelli's agent insists a transfer to Manchester City will be completed but admitted the deal is in a "delicate" phase.
Ex-Germany 'keeper Hildebrand may join Celtic
Former Germany goalkeeper Timo Hildebrand has revealed he is considering a move to Celtic.


Juventus concede Dzeko defeat, target Krasic
Juventus have pulled out of the race to sign Edin Dzeko after failing to conduct productive negotiations with Wolfsburg - news that is certain to please Manchester City.
Pacheco advised to join Sociedad by Xabi Alonso
Liverpool starlet Dani Pacheco has been winning rave reviews for his performances at the European Under 19 championships and may now be seeking his fortune outside of Anfield.
Blackpool fail with bid for Swansea defender
Swansea have rejected a bid from Premier League newcomers Blackpool for highly-rated defender Angel Rangel.


Mido blasts Boro and threatens to stay put
Mido has accused Middlesbrough of trying to avoid paying him his "financial dues" but said he will not be forced out of the club.
Hamann: Transfer policy will undermine City
Former Manchester City midfielder Dietmar Hamann has criticised the club's transfer policy, claiming that the instability caused by their extensive recruitment will prevent Roberto Mancini from mounting a title challenge.


Redknapp defends Parker pursuit, wants Bellamy
Harry Redknapp has indicated Tottenham were "encouraged" in their bid to sign West Ham midfielder Scott Parker and suggested a move for Craig Bellamy could be in the offing.
Robinho hopes for Santos stay look to be in vain
Robinho has issued a plea to remain at Santos but admits he looks certain to return to Manchester City this summer.

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