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Premier League superior to La Liga, says Michu
22:04 GMT

The 27-year-old, who joined Swansea for €2.4 million from Rayo Vallecano last July in one of the deals of last season, claims Spanish players offer excellent value for money

Mercedes, Pirelli to face tribunal hearing over 'secret' tyre test
14:45 GMT

Mercedes might face quitting Formula One if the International Tribunal decides that the team is guilty of getting a secret in-season tyre test conducted with Pirelli.

Abu Dhabi and Dubai Sport channels to share broadcast of UAE Pro League
14:41 GMT

Following the success of UAE Pro League coverage on the Abu Dhabi and Dubai Sports channels over the last five years, the two entities announced on Saturday that they had agreed to extend their partnership for another three seasons.

Messi can avoid jail by paying 20 mln-pound fine for alleged tax evasion, says expert
13:10 GMT

Barcelona ace Lionel Messi can avoid a prison sentence for alleged tax evasion if he admits to wrongdoing and pays a fine of 20 million pounds, according to a tax expert.

Zidane urges Bale to 'fast-track' Madrid move by asking transfer-request from Spurs
13:05 GMT

Real Madrid sporting director Zinedine Zidane has reportedly urged Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale to fast-track a move to the Spanish club by asking to leave his current club.

Man U 'in agreement' with Benfica to buy defender Ezequiel Garay
11:53 GMT

Manchester United is reportedly closing in on their second signing of the summer transfer window - Benfica defender Ezequiel Garay.

June 15, 2013


Suarez: Liverpool must listen to me
22:30 GMT

The striker is looking increasingly likely to move club this summer after again hinting at his desire to join Real Madrid, but he acknowledges his loyalties lie with the Reds

Jesus Navas delighted with Pellegrini arrival
18:53 GMT

The Chilean has signed a three-year deal to replace Roberto Mancini, while the club have already sanctioned over €59 million in spending as they bid to regain the title

Ibrahimovic optimistic over Rooney joining him at PSG
14:49 GMT

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney might accept Paris-Saint-Germain (PSG) striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic's plea to join him at PSG, where PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has also confessed that he is a fan of Rooney.

Becks finally agrees on deal of 3.4 mln-pound PSG salary donation to French children's charities
14:44 GMT

Former England captain David Beckham has reportedly agreed on a charity deal to donate his whopping 3.4 million pound wages from Paris-Saint-Germain (PSG) to French children's charity houses.

June 14, 2013

Real Madrid set for new deal with Alonso following Chelsea move reports
21:20 GMT

Real Madrid is reportedly attempting at signing a new deal with Spanish footballer Xabi Alonso following speculations about the player's move to Chelsea.

Manchester City confirm Pellegrini appointment
17:08 GMT

The Chilean has signed a three-year deal to succeed Roberto Mancini at the Etihad Stadium after a protracted departure from Malaga, and will begin his duties on June 24

Barcelona boss claims Messi, father not involved in tax infractions
14:22 GMT

Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has reportedly said that he believes that forward Lionel Messi has not defrauded the state of 3.4 million pounds.

Man U hopes to lure Ronaldo following denial of contract renewal with Real rumours
13:19 GMT

Manchester United incoming manager David Moyes is reportedly hoping to lure Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo to the club as Ronaldo has denied claims that he had signed a new deal with Real and plans to play for them until 2018.

June 13, 2013

Thiago Silva: I'll speak to Ibrahimovic before deciding my future
22:15 GMT

The Brazil defender has said he is devastated to see speculation linking Carlo Ancelotti to Real Madrid and will consider his own plans along with his team-mate