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Valencia announce deal for Haedo Valdez
The Paraguayan striker will move to Mestalla upon the completion of a medical, after spending a season with the Russian Premier League outfit




Manchester City on brink of appointing former Barcelona vice-president Soriano as new chief executive
Premier League champions closing in on a replacement for Garry Cook following new twist in CEO search




Cristiano Ronaldo, Iniesta & Messi shortlisted for Uefa Best Player in Europe award
The Primera Division stars are still in the running to win the second edition of the individual award after receiving the most points in a vote among sports journalists




Juventus ready to spend €20m on Llorente
The Spain international's current club revealed earlier this week that he will not sign a contract extension, and the Serie A champions are now willing to improve their offer




'Nothing' in Song Barcelona talk, insists Arsenal boss Wenger
The Gunners boss claims that there has been no contact with the Blaugrana over the Cameroon star, but the player himself could not deny that the Catalan club were interested




We cannot repeat Bojan mistakes with Deulofeu, says Barcelona B boss
The young attacker is regarded as one of Catalan giants' brightest prospects, but they are in no rush to promote him to the first team, according to reserve trainer Jordi Mestre




Nacho Monreal: I have no intention of leaving Malaga
The full-back has moved to quell the fears of the club's fans by announcing that he has no desire to leave despite the departures of a number of high-profile players




Sahin set to leave Real Madrid - report
The Turkey international could be on the move again after one disappointing season at the Primera Division champions, and could leave the Blancos this week




Fabregas: I never really got to grips with Guardiola's system
The midfielder had a difficult year at the Catalans last term, and feels that his problems were mainly down to the high demands of the successful coach's style of play




Villa delighted to make Barcelona return
The striker, who suffered a fractured tibia last December, admits he feels like a footballer again after marking his comeback in Saturday's 2-0 friendly win over Dinamo Bucharest




Ronaldo is better than Messi without question, says Bolt
The award-winning athlete is backing the Portuguese star to win this year's Ballon d'Or, claiming that the winger is a more rounded player than his Argentine rival




Real Madrid strikers Karim Benzema & Gonzalo Higuain reject PSG - report‏
Qatari owner Sheikh Al-Khelaifi frustrated after attempts to lure more top stars ended in failure




Xabi Alonso criticises timing of Spain international
The Real Madrid midfielder questions the decision to stage a friendly so close to the start of the season but feels his side are prepared for the new campaign.




'Real Madrid hungry for more success' - Karanka hails squad unity after United States tour
After Los Blancos finished their World Football Series campaign unbeaten, the Spanish assistant has been left enthused by the excellent signs he has seen during pre-season




Vilanova: Villa guarantees goals
The Barcelona coach has welcomed the return of the striker and is confident he will play a crucial role in leading the club to success this season




Cristiano Ronaldo is good but I prefer Lionel Messi, admits Gheorghe Hagi
The Romanian legend waded into the classic debate by revealing his admiration for the Argentine star ahead of the Blaugrana's final friendly in Bucharest




Real Madrid in talks with Higuain over improved deal until 2018 - report
the Argentine attacker is supposedly on the verge of signing a new deal with the Spanish titleholders as negotiations reach their final stages




Barcelona are a pleasure to watch, says Larsson
The former Sweden star has nothing but praise for the Catalan giants, and believes that Lionel Messi will win the Fifa Ballon d'Or




Fabregas: Barcelona take Spanish Supercopa very seriously
The former Arsenal midfielder is eagerly anticipating the encounter with the Liga champions, and has stressed the Catalans are aiming for victory




Varane thanks Real Madrid for first France call-up
The Blancos centre-back praised his club side after becoming one of the new additions in Didier Deschamps' first national squad for the friendly against Uruguay on Wednesday




Official: Feyenoord sign Mathijsen from Malaga
The Dutch stopper becomes the latest player to flee La Rosaleda, having penned on a three-year contract with the Eredivisie side, who recently missed out on the Champions League




Fabregas: A mental block caused my loss of form
The 25-year-old has accepted that his performance levels dipped last season, but is excited about working with Tito Vilanova, as Barcelona begin life after Pep Guardiola




Mourinho praises Real Madrid team spirit
The Portuguese trainer is delighted with his side's preparations ahead of the new season, and feels that there is a sense of unity in the squad that continues to grow




Pique: Barcelona will try to win everything
The 25-year-old centre-back is delighted with his side's pre-season campaign, and is adamant that the Catalans will continue challenging for titles under new boss Tito Vilanova