Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney in line for central striking role

Louis van Gaal says Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney will get the chance to play in his favoured position as a central striker in the new season. The England skipper found himself deployed in a...

Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths targets improved performance in Iceland

Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths is hoping his side can build on their 4-1 pre-season win over Eibar when they face FC Stjarnan in their Champions League qualifier on Wednesday. The Hoops take a 2-0...

Gary Bowyer determined to keep focused Ben Marshall at Blackburn Rovers

Gary Bowyer has warned off any potential suitors for Blackburn Rovers midfielder Ben Marshall. The versatile 24-year-old was something of a utility player at Ewood Park last season, Bowyer opting...

Paul Lambert tips Christian Benteke for Anfield success

Christian Benteke's former manager at Aston Villa, Paul Lambert, is tipping the Belgian international to be a big hit if his move to Liverpool goes through. Benteke is expected to have a medical...

Everton manager Roberto Martinez critical of Blues’ John Stones bid

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has voiced his disapproval over the manner in which Premier League champions Chelsea have made public their bid for defender John Stones. Jose Mourinho confirmed...

Jordan Spieth left to rue missed chances at St Andrews

Jordan Spieth's dreams of becoming the first golfer to win all four major championships in the same year ended at St Andrews on Monday. The 21-year-old Texan came up one shot shy of earning his place...

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Peter Chapple-Hyam sees Solow as the one to beat

Peter Chapple-Hyam feels that Sol-ow and not Gleneagles is the most likely winner of the Qatar Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood. The Newmarket handler is set pitch his improving miler Arod in...

Liverpool teenager Jordan Ibe sets sights on starting spot

Liverpool teenager Jordan Ibe is eager to establish himself in the starting line-up next season. The 19-year-old winger managed 14 appearances for the Reds last season after being recalled early from...

Barcelona rule out loan moves for duo

Barcelona boss Luis Enrique insists Arda Turan and Aleix Vidal will not be sent out on loan before they make their debuts for the Catalan giants. The La Liga champions brought in wide man Vidal and...

Raheem Sterling eyes Manchester City domination

Raheem Sterling believes Manchester City can dominate both in the Premier League and in the Champions League in the years ahead. The 20-year-old completed a £49million move from Liverpool to the...