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The mood at Craven Cottage had lifted after the summer signings. With Stekelenburg, Amorebieta and Boateng coming in, it looked like Fulham were finally addressing the issues in the squad with quality players on permanent deals after the endless loan deals from last season.
One of those loan deals, Sascha Riether from FC Cologne, was arguably…
19 June 2013
After West Ham's remarkable first season back in the Premier League, cementing a top ten finish, it's safe to say Sam Allardyce's contract extension was well deserved. But now is where the real challenge starts, and staying in the top flight for seasons to come is now the aim for West Ham. This means recruiting…
19 June 2013
Manuel Pellegrini's appointment as the new Manchester City manager was welcomed by supporters; and though it could take him a while to gain the same affection Roberto Mancini had, one way to accelerate that is by regaining the Premier League title.
Pellegrini, no stranger to pressure, is quietly optimistic. He's inherited a squad that is more than good enough to…
19 June 2013
A fortnight ago it was revealed Liverpool were keeping tabs on Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Shakhtar Donetsk. It was interest that got many in Merseyside excited and in the last few days speculation quickly turned into a realistic proposition.
Firstly it was reported the club had triggered his £20m buyout clause (); this was after Bloomberg's exclusive…
18 June 2013
Directors of football are a little-loved breed and despite their ever-growing presence in today's footballing stratosphere they're generally rather problematic. Now, if your director of football is Joe Kinnear and your team is Newcastle United, then it's not just 'problematic', but more a as the charming fellow might phrase it himself - f**king disaster.
Just as…
18 June 2013
Carlo Ancelotti’s departure from PSG, to Real Madrid, has yet to be officially confirmed but it hasn’t stopped the Parisians sounding out his successor. The ambitious club, who recently won their first French championship in 19 years, seem to be taking a leaf out of Roman Abramovich's book in wanting to replace the…
17 June 2013
Saints made their first signing of the summer on Friday, with the capture of Croatian centre-back Dejan Lovren. He joins from Lyon for a fee the French club confirmed to be €10m, roughly £, meaning he's the second most expensive Saint of all time.
Many felt that centre-back was the area in which Saints most needed…
17 June 2013
Yohan Cabaye to Monaco they said. Done deal they said. He's completed his medical and it's going to be confirmed any moment now. Of course he hadn't and it wasn't. Yet another lesson in case anyone needed, of don't believe everything you read on Twitter.
It's becoming an unwanted badge of honour for Europe's lesser lights…
16 June 2013
Rumours abound that Fulham are interested in signing Aston Villa’s Darren Bent; there is nothing new in this. Ever since Bent fell out of favour with Paul Lambert early last season, he has been linked with a move to Craven Cottage. However, with Villa now apparently keen to shift the England striker, how likely is…
14 June 2013
One player definitely on the move this summer is Douglas. The defender's contract at FC Twente has expired and there's no interest in renewal. Both the player and club have decided it's best they both go their separate ways.
A month ago it was reported he was on the verge of signing for Russian side FC…
14 June 2013
After a miserable year Ola Toivonen is set to leave PSV Eindhoven and his destination could very well be the Premier League. Not long ago the Swedish international was considered a fulcrum of a forward thinking PSV team – they had to given their defensive limitation – but injuries curtailed his involvement and subsequently…
13 June 2013
Remember those halcyon days when everyone bemoaned Chelsea's millions and demeaned their achievements accordingly? When United used to win the league with ease, but everyone took it with a pinch of salt, because they'd bought it?
Ah, good days. And then the tables turned. What Roberto Mancini achieved with City was incredible. To beat United to…
13 June 2013
Emmanuel Adebayor is possibly the most frustrating footballer that has ever graced the White Hart Lane pitch as his home. It is impossible to know which Adebayor will turn up on any given day: when on loan in 2011-2012, he netted 17 league goals and was one of the only players in the whole league…
12 June 2013
Chelsea’s interest in Marco van Ginkel isn't new. Yesterday morning, though, it went from courtship into something real or so we thought. De Telegraaf initially revealed a transfer fee of just over € had been agreed with Vitesse. However, as soon as it became public knowledge, Van Ginkel’s agent denied such an agreement. One thing…
12 June 2013
The last time Spurs appointed a Director of Football it started well but ended in disarray in terms of relationships, but we bought some gems, right?
So, now we revert back to chairman Daniel Levy's ideal system, a head coach who solely concentrates on the player development side of the game, indicating what areas need strengthening and in turn…
12 June 2013
One of the reasons cited for Rafael Benitez's appointment as Chelsea manager last season was to reinvigorate Fernando Torres, the player coveted and then signed by Roman Abramovich for £50m in January 2011, New Blues boss Jose Mourinho wants to sell Torres, with reports in the Monday press suggesting the Spanish marksman, currently preparing for the Confederations Cup, could once…
11 June 2013
Arsene Wenger's contract as manager of Arsenal is set to expire next summer, and with reports PSG are interested in securing his services, the Frenchman knows if he's to justify a new deal then the Gunners must return to their trophy collecting ways.
If they start the new campaign how they finished the old one there's…
10 June 2013
After a turbulent three years of relegation, play-off anxiety and a top ten finish in the Premier League, it is safe to say West Ham are a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League. After the sacking of Avram Grant, back in 2010, David Gold and David Sullivan selected Sam Allardyce as the man to bring glory…
7 June 2013
The first piece of business Jose Mourinho concluded in his second tenure as Chelsea manager, according to German daily 'Express', was securing the signing of Andre Schurrle. Mourinho on Wednesday evening took part in Michael Ballack's farewell game as one of the managers of the respective teams. His opposite number was Rudi Voller, sporting director…
7 June 2013
If there's a word to describe Cristiano Ronaldo, then it would be unique. So, it wouldn't come as any surprise if he becomes the first footballer to be involved in two major pieces of transfers involving the same club.
His departure from Manchester United in 2009 to Real Madrid for £84m is now looked back on…
6 June 2013
Guardian
• He will take the job at the end of the month• Role will involve lowering Leicester's wage billSir Dave Richards is to become chairman of Leicester City. Richards, the former Sheffield Wednesday chairman, will return to club football when he steps...
18 June 2013
Joe Kinnear mispronounces the names of Newcastle United players Yohan Cabaye and Hatem Ben Arfa in a TalkSport interview
18 June 2013
16 teams from European leagues would play in cities around the world under plans by tycoon's global broadcasting companyRupert Murdoch's global broadcasting company is exploring an ambitious plan to create a summer football competition featuring Europe...
17 June 2013
The football fixtures will be announced on Wednesday and the story behind the process is a laborious and complicated oneWhen the Premier League and Football League fixtures for 2013-14 are announced at 9am on Wednesday, spare a thought for the individu...
16 June 2013
We've chosen the best goal of the football season, but who was responsible for the worst miss in 2012-13?Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored the goal of the season, according to the thousands of people who voted for his overhead kick against England in our end-o...
14 June 2013
The time has come for Premier League clubs to control players' salaries and that must involve performanced-based incentivesThe latest Deloitte Annual Review of Football Finance highlights the ever-increasing size of footballer pay packets: a growth of ...
11 June 2013
Everton and Bolton supporters have achieved small victories in recent days, but the battle over ticket prices has still to be wonImagine living in a parallel universe. One where Premier League clubs looked at the £5.5bn global TV rights deal for 2013
10 June 2013
We made our suggestions, you added your nominations and now it's time to vote on your favourite goal of the seasonJames DartPaul CampbellGuardian readers
10 June 2013
• Chairmen of 72 clubs attend annual meeting in Portugal• Financial concerns persist over parachute paymentsThe Football League's chairman, Greg Clarke, has comprehensively seen off the prospect of a vote of no-confidence at the annual meeting of a...
7 June 2013
• Interviews to take place on arrival at stadiums on match days• All players must give a two-hour interview during seasonThe 20 Premier League clubs have agreed new rules on media access as part of a range of measures designed to bring fans closer ...
6 June 2013
New Everton manager Roberto Martínez says he welcomes the pressure that comes with his new job
6 June 2013
• Premier League clubs contribute £2.4bn of the total generated• Championship remains Europe's most succesful second tierThe combined annual revenue of the 92 clubs in the top four divisions has eclipsed £3bn for the first time, with earnings in ...
6 June 2013
Contrary to claims by the new Chelsea manager, English football is weaker than it was when he was first at Stamford BridgeWell he would say that, wouldn't he? José Mourinho has already been testing the nation's credulity with his talk of happy marriag...
5 June 2013
Retreading the same steps is rarely a good idea in football, as proved by Kevin Keegan, Matt Busby and Kenny DalglishGiven his comic arrogance and way with words, it is surprising that José Mourinho did not coin the term "The Special One". No doubt he...
4 June 2013
• Portuguese coach agrees a four-year deal at Stamford Bridge• 'I have the same nature but I'm much more mature'• In pictures: Mourinho's career – from translator to serial winnerJosé Mourinho has insisted he is returning to Chelsea a better a...
4 June 2013
One of the most quotable and charismatic adornments of football's 24/7 media circus is back at ChelseaThankfully for all concerned, it is no part of Guardian editorial policy to endorse any particular football team. Yet, while we hold no editorial torc...
4 June 2013
Hour-long Friday night show to launch the day before the new Premier League season kicks off in SeptemberBT Sport is to reunite veteran sports broadcasters Danny Baker and Danny Kelly to front a new Friday night football show on its TV service.The duo ...
3 June 2013
• Article announcing Mourinho return appears on website • Premier League say article was published in errorThe Premier League has apologised to Chelsea after an article which appeared to confirm José Mourinho as the club's new manager was publishe...
2 June 2013
As the transfer window opens, we highlight 50 of the most sought-after players in the world, from Edinson Cavani to Luis SuárezJonny WeeksSachin Nakrani
30 May 2013
With two days to go before the transfer window opens, which (affordable) players should your club be trying to buy?This transfer window could be one of the busiest in recent seasons. The top three clubs in last season's Premier League have new managers...
29 May 2013
BBC
West Ham United complete the signing of England striker Andy Carroll from Liverpool in a club record £15m deal.
19 June 2013
Former Newcastle United chairman Freddy Shepherd calls for clarity on what is going on at St James Park.
19 June 2013
Watch these freestyle footballers showing off their skills in Rio de Janeiro.
19 June 2013
Phil Neville believes the managerial changes in the Premier League will result in a fascinating season.
19 June 2013
Hearts' administrators say they are aware of the need to find a resolution to the club's problems so close to the new season.
19 June 2013
Jose Mourinho is ready for an "emotional" start to life back as Chelsea boss, with Hull City the visitors for their season opener.
19 June 2013
Queen of the South's Allan Johnston will hold more talks with Kilmarnock about their managerial vacancy on Thursday.
19 June 2013
Meet Spanish football's ready-made replacements for Alonso, Xavi and Iniesta
19 June 2013
UK telecoms regulator Ofcom is to launch an investigation into BSkyB over the supply of its sports channels to rival broadcasters.
19 June 2013
Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's game between Nigeria and Uruguay in the FIFA Confederations Cup.
19 June 2013
Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's game between Spain and Tahiti in the FIFA Confederations Cup.
19 June 2013
Ex-players, colleagues and a journalist give an insight into working with Newcastle director of football Joe Kinnear
19 June 2013
Man Utd's testing fixture list gives David Moyes the chance to lay a good platform to build on, writes BBC Sport's Phil McNulty
19 June 2013
Portadown midfielder Richard Clarke is appointed player-manager of Championship One club Dergview.
19 June 2013
The FA Cup final will be played at the end of the domestic season for the first time since 2010 in the 2013-14 season.
19 June 2013
Harry Redknapp's QPR kick off their Championship season at home to Sheffield Wednesday, while Wigan travel to Barnsley.
19 June 2013
Football fixtures for the Premier League, Football League and Scottish leagues for the 2013-14 season are announced.
19 June 2013
Dundee travel to Queen of the South and Rangers host Brechin on the opening day of next season.
19 June 2013
Scottish Premier League champions Celtic will kick off next season at home to Ross County on 3 August.
19 June 2013
BBC Scotland learns that Hearts rejected an offer of £500,000 hours before going to court to begin administration.
18 June 2013
Sky Sports
Sky Sports understands Manchester City are to open talks with Micah Richards about a new contract.
19 June 2013
Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has vowed to remain at the club in the wake of key changes at St James' Park.
19 June 2013
Roberto Martinez is eager to get the first pre-season of his tenure as Everton boss under way.
19 June 2013
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the appointment of Franco Baldini as their new technical director.
19 June 2013
The agent of Atletico Mineiro midfielder Bernard claims that Tottenham are the 'only contenders' to sign the player.
19 June 2013
Stoke City winger Jermaine Pennant says he is looking forward to the future after signing a new one-year deal with the club.
19 June 2013
Cardiff City captain Mark Hudson is confident his side has what it takes to survive in the Premier League.
19 June 2013
Sunderland have made a loan offer to Udinese for Matej Vydra, with Czech Republic striker's agent admitted a move to Wearside could appeal to his client.
19 June 2013
Stoke City assistant manager Mark Bowen says he is relishing the challenge of taking charge of the Potters alongside Mark Hughes next season.
19 June 2013
Sunderland head coach Paolo Di Canio cannot wait for the return to fitness of star striker Steven Fletcher ahead of the opening day of the new season.
19 June 2013
Swansea City will start the new Premier League season by welcoming defending champions Manchester United to the Liberty Stadium.
19 June 2013
Newcastle United face a tough opening to the Premier League season as they travel to Manchester City.
19 June 2013
Manuel Pellegrini's tenure as Manchester City boss will begin with a home clash against Newcastle United.
19 June 2013
Southampton will travel to West Bromwich Albion on the opening day of the 2013/14 season on Saturday 17th August in a potentially kind start for Mauricio Pochettino's side.
19 June 2013
Manchester United will start the 2013/14 season away to Swansea City in a tricky opening run of fixtures for last term's Premier League champions.
19 June 2013
Manchester United begin the defence of their Premier League title with a tough looking trip to Swansea City, in a game that will mark David Moyes' bow as Sir Alex Ferguson's successor.
19 June 2013
Newcastle United managing director Derek Llambias has left the club.
19 June 2013
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata remains fully focused on his playing commitments with Spain amid mounting transfer talk.
19 June 2013
Gerard Pique has urged Thiago Alcantara to remain at Barcelona as reports link him with a high-profile move elsewhere.
19 June 2013
Liverpool striker Andy Carroll has passed his medical with West Ham ahead of his proposed £15million move to Upton Park.
18 June 2013
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