Newcastle won't gamble on Owen's fitness
Newcastle United boss Kevin Keegan will not take a chance on Michael Owen's fitness by considering the England international for Saturday's clash with Bolton.
FA back Terry's England captaincy
The Football Association is fully behind England manager Fabio Capello's surprise decision to name John Terry as his permanent captain.
Liverpool back in for Middlesbrough's Downing
<i>Foxsports.com</i> reports that Liverpool will renew their interest in Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing after Espanyol demanded £16 million for Albert Riera.
Barry's Villa future still undecided
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill stated that Gareth Barry's future away from Villa Park is not a foregone conclusion.
Sunderland pounce for Marseille's Cisse
"Agreement in principle" has been reached with Sunderland for the loan signing of Djibril Cisse from Marseille over the transfer of the striker.
Benjani back for Man City in a month
Manchester City striker Benjani intends to return from injury at his own pace rather than return early and suffer a setback.
Fulham striker John eyed by Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace boss Neil Warnock has confirmed his interest in signing Fulham's out-of-favour striker Collins John subject to a fitness test.