English Premier League

West Brom faces fight for Hughton

23 May 2012

West Bromwich Albion has been warned to expect a tough stance from Birmingham City should it press ahead with plans to make Chris Hughton its new manager, Press Association Sport understands.

Defoe targets regular game time

23 May 2012 Jermain Defoe, who has netted 11 goals in 23 appearances, does not want to leave Tottenham, but admits he has to start playing regular football again.

Solskjaer not heading to Villa

23 May 2012 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has pulled out of the running to become the new Aston Villa manager.

Hargreaves released by Man City

23 May 2012 Owen Hargreaves has been released by Manchester City after making just four appearances for the Premier League champion.

Mancini dismisses Balotelli, Tevez rumours

23 May 2012 Manchester City coach Roberto Mancini has rejected talk that he has offered Mario Balotelli and Carlos Tevez to AC Milan.

Reds must get strategy right

23 May 2012 It could be a 20 year wait for Liverpool to challenge for the Premier League title unless the new owner puts in place the right long term plan, says club legend John Barnes.

Lehmann backs Wenger

23 May 2012 Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has every confidence Arsene Wenger will once again prove himself the master tactician as the club looks to tie down the future of captain Robin van Persie one way or another.

Stoke lines up MLS sides

23 May 2012 Stoke will play three friendlies in the United States as part of its pre-season preparations.

Donovan wants third Everton spell

22 May 2012 United States international Landon Donovan has reiterated his desire to have a third spell at Everton but admits much will depend on manager David Moyes' desire to have him back.

Liverpool fans group calls for clarity

22 May 2012 Liverpool owners have been challenged to publicly explain their strategy for the club by a leading fans group.

Bent calls for 'hungry' Villa manager

22 May 2012 Aston Villa striker Darren Bent wants a hungry new manager who can bring stability and also move the club forward.

Gera looking to be ready for new season

22 May 2012 West Bromwich Albion midfielder Zoltan Gera aims to be fully fit for the start of pre-season training in early July after being out of action since November.

West Ham relieved about financial windfall

22 May 2012 Co-owner David Gold admits West Ham United would have been in big financial trouble had it failed to make an immediate return to the English Premier League.

Mancini downplays Ibra interest

22 May 2012 Manchester City coach Roberto Mancini  admires AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic but is distancing himself from rumours he wants to sign him.

Cahill keen to learn from Blues' veterans

22 May 2012 Gary Cahill has urged Chelsea to keep hold of its old masters because he has not finished studying under them yet.

Chelsea to tackle Torres situation

22 May 2012 Chelsea will prepare itself for talks with striker Fernando Torres about his future.