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15:25
We've got some quotes here from Arsene Wenger here upon confirmation of Mathieu Flamini's arrival.
'We’re very pleased Mathieu has agreed to re-join us,' Wenger told the club's website.
'He is a player of real quality, with a fantastic work rate and great mentality. As we know, Mathieu is a strong midfielder, but is also is comfortable playing in defence too. He is a very good addition to our squad.'
'We’re very pleased Mathieu has agreed to re-join us,' Wenger told the club's website.
'He is a player of real quality, with a fantastic work rate and great mentality. As we know, Mathieu is a strong midfielder, but is also is comfortable playing in defence too. He is a very good addition to our squad.'
Arsene Wenger (left) is delighted to be reunited with midfielder Flamini (right)
15:18
Don't forget, we're less than an hour away from the start of the draw for the Champions League group stages in Monaco.
Our man Neil Ashton is out there, and you can join live commentary with Jack Gaughan from 4pm.
And there are a few potential groups of death out there for Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Celtic to avoid...
Our man Neil Ashton is out there, and you can join live commentary with Jack Gaughan from 4pm.
And there are a few potential groups of death out there for Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Celtic to avoid...
15:09
Flashback... a year ago today Cesar signed for QPR
Brazilian goalkeeper Cesar had this to say on his arrival at Loftus Road on August 29, 2012:
'I have many dreams at QPR. To play well for the fans, the manager, the chairman and myself. And eventually finish in the top four and qualify for Champions League and then one day win the Premier League.'
'I have many dreams at QPR. To play well for the fans, the manager, the chairman and myself. And eventually finish in the top four and qualify for Champions League and then one day win the Premier League.'
15:05
Pedersen signs for Karabukspor after nine years at Blackburn
News from the Championship here. Morten Gamst Pedersen has signed a two-year deal with Turkish club Kardemir Karabükspor.
The Norwegian spent nine years at Ewood Park, playing 349 games and scoring 47 goals.
The Norwegian spent nine years at Ewood Park, playing 349 games and scoring 47 goals.
14:58
Redknapp asked Ledley King out of retirement
Press Association's Paul Hirst has tweeted: 'Spoke to Ledley
King earlier. He confirmed that Harry Redknapp asked him to come out of
retirement to play for QPR last season.'
Out of retirement: Ledley King (left) said that Harry Redknapp asked him to play for QPR last season
14:39
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Mathieu Flamini on a free transfer.
The midfielder, who left the Gunners in 2008 to join AC Milan, has agreed a three-year deal worth £40,000-a-week.
'We’re very pleased Mathieu has agreed to re-join us,' Wenger told the club's website.
'He is a player of real quality, with a fantastic work rate and great mentality. As we know, Mathieu is a strong midfielder, but is also is comfortable playing in defence too. He is a very good addition to our squad.'
The midfielder, who left the Gunners in 2008 to join AC Milan, has agreed a three-year deal worth £40,000-a-week.
'We’re very pleased Mathieu has agreed to re-join us,' Wenger told the club's website.
'He is a player of real quality, with a fantastic work rate and great mentality. As we know, Mathieu is a strong midfielder, but is also is comfortable playing in defence too. He is a very good addition to our squad.'
Back: Mathieu Flamini has signed a three-year deal at Arsenal
14:35
Super Cup isn't Mourinho v Guardiola
Jose Mourinho has been keen to stress that Chelsea's Super
Cup final against Bayern Munich on Friday is not about a clash between
himself and Pep Guardiola.
Calm: Jose Mourinho has stressed the Super Cup final isn't about getting one over Pep Guardiola
14:31
'Chelsea chief exec Ron Gourlay wins Fastest Fingers First on
the phone when BA flight landed in Nice. He's about to tie up Eto'o
deal,' reports Neil Ashton.
All set: Samuel Eto'o will sign for Chelsea
14:16
Chelsea are looking to finalise a £3.5million deal for Porto winger Christian Atsu in the next 24 hours.
The 23-year-old is expecting to get the go-ahead to undergo a medical tomorrow as the clubs continue to thrash out the terms of his deal.
It is understood the Portuguese want a sell-on clause inserted for the Ghana international who has attracted interest from Liverpool, Tottenham and Cardiff City.
Atsu, who played 25 games last season and figured for Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations, can also play as a striker.
The 23-year-old is expecting to get the go-ahead to undergo a medical tomorrow as the clubs continue to thrash out the terms of his deal.
It is understood the Portuguese want a sell-on clause inserted for the Ghana international who has attracted interest from Liverpool, Tottenham and Cardiff City.
Atsu, who played 25 games last season and figured for Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations, can also play as a striker.
Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Porto winger Christian Atsu, see here playing for Ghana
14:06
PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor will keep his job after receiving full backing from the union today over betting allegations.
Taylor was fighting for his future last night after details of his extraordinary gambling habit emerged.
Taylor was accused of placing more than £4m on 2,000 bets and owing a bookmaker more than £100,000, after startling revelations were published on Tuesday.
Taylor was fighting for his future last night after details of his extraordinary gambling habit emerged.
Taylor was accused of placing more than £4m on 2,000 bets and owing a bookmaker more than £100,000, after startling revelations were published on Tuesday.
14:03
Kagawa will not be allowed to leave Manchester United despite interest
Here's Sportsmail's Adam Crafton: 'I am told that Shinji Kagawa will not be allowed to leave Manchester United this season.
'Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund have been weighing up loan moves for the Japanese international, who is yet to appear for United this season.
'This is not due to any misgivings David Moyes has about Kagawa's ability.'
'Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund have been weighing up loan moves for the Japanese international, who is yet to appear for United this season.
'This is not due to any misgivings David Moyes has about Kagawa's ability.'
14:01
The transfer window is reaching its peak, and Sportsmail's Martin Samuel has been answering your questions before the doors slam shut on Monday
Wayne Rooney’s doomed move to Chelsea was the subject of this week’s column. He divides opinion, as ever.
Wayne Rooney’s doomed move to Chelsea was the subject of this week’s column. He divides opinion, as ever.
Rooney's move to Chelsea has been doomed, but will either themselves or United make a move before Monday?
13:52
Newcastle have been told they can have Demba Ba on loan for a fee of around £3million.
Chelsea have interest from around Europe in the Senegal international and would consider selling permanently for offers in the region of £10m.
Newcastle are juggling their options with Ba and Lyon's Bafetimbi Gomis at the top of their target list.
Chelsea have interest from around Europe in the Senegal international and would consider selling permanently for offers in the region of £10m.
Newcastle are juggling their options with Ba and Lyon's Bafetimbi Gomis at the top of their target list.
Ba could be on his way out of Stamford Bridge on the short-term before Monday
13:46
Lescott would sign extension at City despite Pellegrini looking elsewhere - full story to follow
Joleon Lescott confirms he wants to remain at Manchester City beyond the expiry of his contract at the end of the season.
He also says he is not concerned to hear that Manuel Pellegrini is pursuing defensive targets, with a move for Atletico Madrid's Martin Demichelis edging closer.
Lescott told mcfc.co.uk: 'Nothing would please me more than to sign an extension, and if it happens, I will be here with my pen ready to sign.'
He also says he is not concerned to hear that Manuel Pellegrini is pursuing defensive targets, with a move for Atletico Madrid's Martin Demichelis edging closer.
Lescott told mcfc.co.uk: 'Nothing would please me more than to sign an extension, and if it happens, I will be here with my pen ready to sign.'
Lescott was in action in the 3-2 defeat to Cardiff on Sunday
13:40
Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has told Yohan Cabaye to end his strike and play against Fulham this weekend.
'I have said to Yohan Cabaye that I expect him to play this weekend and until a bid comes in that will be the situation.
'We will have to wait and see how that manifests itself’
'I have said to Yohan Cabaye that I expect him to play this weekend and until a bid comes in that will be the situation.
'We will have to wait and see how that manifests itself’
13:38
Cardiff manager Malky Mackay has praised the bravery of
record signing Steven Caulker in swapping the 'comfort blanket' of
Tottenham for a new challenge in South Wales.
The Bluebirds formally unveiled the 21-year-old at their Vale of Glamorgan base on Friday, having paid an £8million fee to bring in the England international on a four-year contract.
The move is a real coup for Mackay with Caulker having made 28 appearances in all competitions for Spurs last season, catching the eye of England boss Roy Hodgson in the process.
The Bluebirds formally unveiled the 21-year-old at their Vale of Glamorgan base on Friday, having paid an £8million fee to bring in the England international on a four-year contract.
The move is a real coup for Mackay with Caulker having made 28 appearances in all competitions for Spurs last season, catching the eye of England boss Roy Hodgson in the process.
Mackay believes Caulker made the right decision in moving to Cardiff
13:29
Question: What boasts 14 legs, 1,067 Premier League appearances, 63 goals, cost £28.5m to assemble and £300,000 per week to run?
Answer: The seven players who make up the West Midlands bomb squad.
The septet form a unique club at Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers where names and reputations clearly count for little.
Neil Moxley profiles the wantaway stars from the West Midlands...
Answer: The seven players who make up the West Midlands bomb squad.
The septet form a unique club at Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers where names and reputations clearly count for little.
Neil Moxley profiles the wantaway stars from the West Midlands...
Out: Several West Midlands players are struggling to get a move out of their clubs
13:24
Lunchtime recap: Flamini, Eto'o, Podolski and a little dance from Sturridge...
Here's a re-cap of today's biggest football stories so far today. Keep your eyes peeled, there will be plenty more...
Mathieu Flamini will re-sign for Arsenal on what is thought to be a three-year deal. That's two free signings for Arsene Wenger this summer...
Samuel Eto'o arrived London last night for a medical with Chelsea, we're expecting confirmation of that £7million move in the next 24 hours...
Lukas Podolski has been ruled out for 10 weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in the win over Fenerbahce on Tuesday night...
And last but not least, footage emerged this morning of Daniel Sturridge jumping out of his car to dance with a Liverpool fan outside Anfield after his two goals against Notts County on Tuesday.
Mathieu Flamini will re-sign for Arsenal on what is thought to be a three-year deal. That's two free signings for Arsene Wenger this summer...
Samuel Eto'o arrived London last night for a medical with Chelsea, we're expecting confirmation of that £7million move in the next 24 hours...
Lukas Podolski has been ruled out for 10 weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in the win over Fenerbahce on Tuesday night...
And last but not least, footage emerged this morning of Daniel Sturridge jumping out of his car to dance with a Liverpool fan outside Anfield after his two goals against Notts County on Tuesday.
13:14
In case you missed it last night... Wayne Rooney enjoyed a
night out at a Chinese restaurant in Manchester on Tuesday, but instead
of a doggy bag the Manchester United striker left carrying his trainers.
He was out with wife Coleen, former team-mate Darron Gibson and his wife Danielle after eating at Wing's in the city centre.
Rooney, who did give his feet a pounding as he covered almost every blade of grass on the Old Trafford pitch on Monday night, has been the subject of speculation all summer surrounding a move to Chelsea but appears to be staying put.
He was out with wife Coleen, former team-mate Darron Gibson and his wife Danielle after eating at Wing's in the city centre.
Rooney, who did give his feet a pounding as he covered almost every blade of grass on the Old Trafford pitch on Monday night, has been the subject of speculation all summer surrounding a move to Chelsea but appears to be staying put.
Sock it to 'em: Rooney walks the streets of Manchester with no shoes on Tuesday night
13:04
Neil Ashton: Crystal Palace will move to
sign either Tottenham midfielder Tom Carroll or Barry Bannan from Aston
Villa as Ian Holloway looks for reinforcements before the transfer
window closes.
Holloway has been forced into the market after the Eagles lost both of their opening Barclays Premier League fixtures.
Holloway has been forced into the market after the Eagles lost both of their opening Barclays Premier League fixtures.
Palace are looking to bring in Bannan (above) and Carroll (below) before Monday
12:57
McCormack make £2m move from Leeds to Boro, but at what cost?
Leeds are in discussion today about the sale of top scorer Ross McCormack to Middlesbrough, who have bid around £2m.
The player does not want to go, and there are reports of a split in the Leeds board regarding whether they want the player to leave or not.
The owners are trying to force the player to leave, which will cause uproar at Elland Road.
A move for £2m may seem too much, but that is the fee being touted at the moment.
The player does not want to go, and there are reports of a split in the Leeds board regarding whether they want the player to leave or not.
The owners are trying to force the player to leave, which will cause uproar at Elland Road.
A move for £2m may seem too much, but that is the fee being touted at the moment.
McCormack (right) may be sold, but a split in the Leeds camp could be created
12:48
Whether about Arsenal's injury problems, the transfer window
or this weekend's Premier League action, you've got the chance to ask
former England international Martin Keown whatever you like over at Tackle Keown.
On the agenda at the moment is Celtic and John Terry... get your questions in before 1.30pm.
On the agenda at the moment is Celtic and John Terry... get your questions in before 1.30pm.
Martin Keown answers football fans questions online
12:38
According to confused.com, legendary commentator John Motson is the most popular of all time.
Motson once excitedly proclaimed, as all England supporters will know, that 'this is getting better and better and better'.
The legendary figure was of course relaying the fourth goal during the 5-1 rout of the Germans in 2001, but he could be forgiven for uttering the same phrase when finding out that he has been voted the best sports commentator of all time.
Alan Shearer - derided for his dour analysis on Saturday nights - also made the top 10 alongside, urm, Robbie Savage.
1. John Motson (20%)
2. Gary Lineker (16.%)
3. Brian Moore (9%)
4. Chris Kamara (8%)
5. Alan Green (8%)
6. Andy Gray (7%)
7. Jimmy Hill (6%)
8. Alan Shearer (6%)
9. Martin Tyler (6%)
10. Robbie Savage (5%)
Motson once excitedly proclaimed, as all England supporters will know, that 'this is getting better and better and better'.
The legendary figure was of course relaying the fourth goal during the 5-1 rout of the Germans in 2001, but he could be forgiven for uttering the same phrase when finding out that he has been voted the best sports commentator of all time.
Alan Shearer - derided for his dour analysis on Saturday nights - also made the top 10 alongside, urm, Robbie Savage.
1. John Motson (20%)
2. Gary Lineker (16.%)
3. Brian Moore (9%)
4. Chris Kamara (8%)
5. Alan Green (8%)
6. Andy Gray (7%)
7. Jimmy Hill (6%)
8. Alan Shearer (6%)
9. Martin Tyler (6%)
10. Robbie Savage (5%)
12:29
Here's Sportsmail's Neil Ashton:
'On the same flight as Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay on the way out to Monaco for the Champions League draw.
'Have to say Chelsea's new Hackett suits look pretty sharp this season.'
Who will they face in the group stages? Follow the draw live on MailOnline from 4pm.
'On the same flight as Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay on the way out to Monaco for the Champions League draw.
'Have to say Chelsea's new Hackett suits look pretty sharp this season.'
Who will they face in the group stages? Follow the draw live on MailOnline from 4pm.
12:23
Wigan look to be continuing their strong summer in the transfer market...
Jack Gaughan has been on the case: 'Nick Powell could be close to making a move to Wigan before the transfer window slams shut on Monday.
'The midfielder, who is on the periphery of David Moyes' squad, would join for the season.
'It is admitted that Powell - who was signed by Sir Alex Ferguson from Crewe Alexandra last summer - needs game time in order to further his development.'
Jack Gaughan has been on the case: 'Nick Powell could be close to making a move to Wigan before the transfer window slams shut on Monday.
'The midfielder, who is on the periphery of David Moyes' squad, would join for the season.
'It is admitted that Powell - who was signed by Sir Alex Ferguson from Crewe Alexandra last summer - needs game time in order to further his development.'
Powell has scored just one goal for United, which came against Wigan in September
12:20
It has become the riddle of the summer. How on earth did Juan
Mata slide from being Chelsea's player of the year to the fringe of the
team?
Supporters are certainly baffled, as are rival managers who made enquiries about signing the 25-year-old after he was left out of the team at Manchester United on Monday.
Here, Matt Barlow delves deeper...
Supporters are certainly baffled, as are rival managers who made enquiries about signing the 25-year-old after he was left out of the team at Manchester United on Monday.
Here, Matt Barlow delves deeper...
Struggle: Mata's treatment has puzzled many Chelsea fans and the footballing world alike
12:02
Real Madrid's Di Maria could be heading to Galatasaray
News from Turkey suggesting that Angel Di Maria could be on his way to Galatasaray.
Di Maria, a target of Arsenal's in recent weeks, is reported to be setting up personal talks after the Spanish side accepted a bid from the Turkish giants.
Another blow for Arsenal ahead of Monday's transfer deadline day. We'll bring you updates on the situation as it comes.
Di Maria, a target of Arsenal's in recent weeks, is reported to be setting up personal talks after the Spanish side accepted a bid from the Turkish giants.
Another blow for Arsenal ahead of Monday's transfer deadline day. We'll bring you updates on the situation as it comes.
Di Maria is reportedly on his way to Turkey for discussions
11:58
Don't forget, Sportsmail's Martin Keown is ready to answer
YOUR questions again in his weekly live Q&A in just half an hour.
You can ask him about Arsenal's current plight in the transfer market, and what he sees in store for the rest of the window until Monday.
Famed for his no-nonsense defending, the Arsenal legend tackles reader's questions every Thursday at 12.30pm.
You can ask him about Arsenal's current plight in the transfer market, and what he sees in store for the rest of the window until Monday.
Famed for his no-nonsense defending, the Arsenal legend tackles reader's questions every Thursday at 12.30pm.
11:47
Bolton chairman Phil Gartside has admitted that he duped Manchester City into paying for Dietmar Hamann in 2006.
Hamann had agreed to move to the Reebok Stadium in a pre-contract arrangement but after less than 24 hours he was sold to City for £400,000.
But Gartside admitted that the paperwork on the midfielder's switch to Bolton from Liverpool was not completed when he was sold to City - meaning the Manchester club would not have had to pay a penny as he never actually signed for Wanderers.
Hamann had agreed to move to the Reebok Stadium in a pre-contract arrangement but after less than 24 hours he was sold to City for £400,000.
But Gartside admitted that the paperwork on the midfielder's switch to Bolton from Liverpool was not completed when he was sold to City - meaning the Manchester club would not have had to pay a penny as he never actually signed for Wanderers.
Gartside has admitted to duping City with the transfer of Dietmar Hamann in 2006
11:36
Arsenal fans, look away now.
It had seemed as though Lukas Podolski would only be out for up to a month after suffering a hamstring injury in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Fenerbahce, but reports now suggest he'll be out for up to 10 weeks.
There's less than four days left for Arsene Wenger to strengthen. All eyes and ears are on the Emirates.
It had seemed as though Lukas Podolski would only be out for up to a month after suffering a hamstring injury in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Fenerbahce, but reports now suggest he'll be out for up to 10 weeks.
There's less than four days left for Arsene Wenger to strengthen. All eyes and ears are on the Emirates.
Worrying times: Podolski will be out for 8-10 weeks with a hamstring injury
11:30
Taylor could keep PFA chief role despite gambling claims - full story to follow
BBC are reporting that PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor will
keep his job despite claims he bet £4million in 30 months, with the
organisation set to release a statement later today.
Taylor was fighting for his future last night after details of his extraordinary gambling habit emerged.
We'll have the statement for you as soon as it emerges.
Taylor was fighting for his future last night after details of his extraordinary gambling habit emerged.
We'll have the statement for you as soon as it emerges.
11:24
West Ham forward Ricardo Vaz Te has handed in a transfer
request at Upton Park, alerting the interest of Crystal Palace and
Cardiff City.
'In my 10 years as a professional football player I have never submitted a transfer request nor issued a statement,' Vaz Te said in a statement released to Sky Sports.
'However, I am frustrated at West Ham United Football Club.'
'In my 10 years as a professional football player I have never submitted a transfer request nor issued a statement,' Vaz Te said in a statement released to Sky Sports.
'However, I am frustrated at West Ham United Football Club.'
Vaz Te (centre) scored for the Hammers against Cheltenham on Tuesday night
11:16
They needed to find some way of fitting Eriksen in their
midfield, and it looks like Spurs will be trying to offload on loan as
well as recruit more before Monday.
Neil Ashton: 'Lewis Holtby will be allowed to leave Tottenham on loan following the arrival of Christian Eriksen from Ajax.'
Neil Ashton: 'Lewis Holtby will be allowed to leave Tottenham on loan following the arrival of Christian Eriksen from Ajax.'
Holtby will no doubt draw the attention of several Premier League clubs
11:07
Tottenham are targeting a £8million move for Alvaro Vadillo - who is dubbed the next Cristiano Ronaldo.
Despite the ongoing transfer of Gareth Bale to Real Madrid, manager Andre Villas-Boas is determined to strengthen his squad before next week's transfer deadline.
And Real Betis forward Vadillo has emerged as a late target for the White Hart Lane club during the closing days of the transfer market.
Despite the ongoing transfer of Gareth Bale to Real Madrid, manager Andre Villas-Boas is determined to strengthen his squad before next week's transfer deadline.
And Real Betis forward Vadillo has emerged as a late target for the White Hart Lane club during the closing days of the transfer market.
Vadillo (left) could be the latest addition to Tottenham's busy summer showing
11:01
Juventus have swooped to sign Manchester City youngster Vlad
Nicolae Marin on a free transfer - less than twelve months after City
shelled out £300,000 and handed the Romanian a three-year contract with
the club.
He is the third high-profile youngster to leave City this month. Last week, MailOnline Sport revealed that attacking midfielder Gabriel Fernando has snubbed a scholarship at the Etihad Stadium, with the Brazilian now understood to be training with bitter rivals Manchester United and close to agreeing a deal.
He is the third high-profile youngster to leave City this month. Last week, MailOnline Sport revealed that attacking midfielder Gabriel Fernando has snubbed a scholarship at the Etihad Stadium, with the Brazilian now understood to be training with bitter rivals Manchester United and close to agreeing a deal.
10:50
Some more from Simon Jones regarding William Gallas' future:
'Melbourne Victory have made an offer to free agent Gallas. The Australian side may be able to offer better terms than Crystal Palace, though a move Down Under would obviously be a big upheaval for his family.'
'Melbourne Victory have made an offer to free agent Gallas. The Australian side may be able to offer better terms than Crystal Palace, though a move Down Under would obviously be a big upheaval for his family.'
Gallas' future is still unclear despite strong interest from Crystal Palace
10:47
Liverpool chase Tiago Ilori and Mamadou Sakho
Here's Simon Jones with some news from Merseyside:
'Liverpool back in talks with Tiago Ilori at Sporting Lisbon after Tottenham dropped out.
'Manager Brendan Rodgers is also keen on Mamadou Sakho from Paris St Germain.'
Some more deals to be done before Monday? Keep your eyes peeled here for all the latest.
'Liverpool back in talks with Tiago Ilori at Sporting Lisbon after Tottenham dropped out.
'Manager Brendan Rodgers is also keen on Mamadou Sakho from Paris St Germain.'
Some more deals to be done before Monday? Keep your eyes peeled here for all the latest.
Portuguese centre-back Ilori (right) could be on his way to Anfield
10:43
Coming up at 4pm we'll have live commentary on the draw for
the group stages of the Champions League, with Manchester United,
Manchester City, Arsenal, Chelsea and Celtic involved.
Here are the pots for the draw in Monaco.
Pot one: Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, FC Porto, Benfica.
Pot two: Atletico Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, AC Milan, Schalke, Marseille, CSKA Moscow, PSG, Juventus
Pot three: Zenit, Manchester City, Ajax, Borussia Dortmund, Basel, Olympiacos, Galatasaray, Leverkusen
Pot four: FC Copenhagen, Napoli, Anderlecht, Celtic, Steaua Bucuresti, Viktoria Plzen, Real Sociedad, Austria Vienna
Here are the pots for the draw in Monaco.
Pot one: Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, FC Porto, Benfica.
Pot two: Atletico Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, AC Milan, Schalke, Marseille, CSKA Moscow, PSG, Juventus
Pot three: Zenit, Manchester City, Ajax, Borussia Dortmund, Basel, Olympiacos, Galatasaray, Leverkusen
Pot four: FC Copenhagen, Napoli, Anderlecht, Celtic, Steaua Bucuresti, Viktoria Plzen, Real Sociedad, Austria Vienna
The draw kicks off in Monaco at 4pm as British clubs await their fate
10:33
Villa may need to shift some stock before recruiting, says Neil Moxley
Neil Moxley: 'If Aston Villa are to move
late in the window, the emphasis will be on finding a midfielder. That
was the word at Villa Park last night.
'I would imagine that Paul Lambert will be seeking more creativity but it might be touch and go because, as yet, only Darren Bent has left the club.
'The problem is...creativity costs and Villa may have to do some wheeling and dealing in the final few days if they are to free up enough cash for Lambert to take another dip into the market.'
'I would imagine that Paul Lambert will be seeking more creativity but it might be touch and go because, as yet, only Darren Bent has left the club.
'The problem is...creativity costs and Villa may have to do some wheeling and dealing in the final few days if they are to free up enough cash for Lambert to take another dip into the market.'
Shift 'em: Villa beat Rotherham 3-0 last night, but may still need to strengthen the squad
10:30
The original ‘Wazza’ may have left the Blues in 2004 but it seems Goodison Park has found a new prodigy.
One young Toffee, pictured cheering on his club during their Capital One cup clash with Stevenage last night, bears a striking resemblance to the former Everton star.
One young Toffee, pictured cheering on his club during their Capital One cup clash with Stevenage last night, bears a striking resemblance to the former Everton star.
One young Everton fan gets his say at Goodison Park
10:19
Everton boss Roberto Martinez has this morning reiterated his stance on the futures of Leighton Baines and Marouane Fellaini.
Everton insist that England full-back Baines has not at any point asked to leave this summer and that they have not received another bid for the pair from Manchester United.
'There is nothing to comment on. It's getting too much, not just here,' he said. 'We need to do something. We need to protect the players, the fans, the clubs. The transfer window needs to be closed before the season starts to avoid these situations.
'It's not unsettling. We were pleased we got four in but that is not going to stop us looking for new faces. We are part of final day of transfer window. We will try and do that.'
Everton insist that England full-back Baines has not at any point asked to leave this summer and that they have not received another bid for the pair from Manchester United.
'There is nothing to comment on. It's getting too much, not just here,' he said. 'We need to do something. We need to protect the players, the fans, the clubs. The transfer window needs to be closed before the season starts to avoid these situations.
'It's not unsettling. We were pleased we got four in but that is not going to stop us looking for new faces. We are part of final day of transfer window. We will try and do that.'
Martinez is remaining firm with his view on Baines and Fellaini
10:14
Sportsmail's Martin Keown is ready to answer YOUR questions again in his weekly live Q&A.
Famed for his no-nonsense defending, the Arsenal legend tackles reader's questions every Thursday at 12.30pm.
So this is your chance the ask the ex-England international and three-times Premier League champion about the Premier League, transfer window and beyond.
Famed for his no-nonsense defending, the Arsenal legend tackles reader's questions every Thursday at 12.30pm.
So this is your chance the ask the ex-England international and three-times Premier League champion about the Premier League, transfer window and beyond.
10:06
The first of many for Tato Martino?
New coach Martino and big-money recruit Neymar collected his first trophy in Barcelona colours as the Catalan giants secure a fourth Spanish Super Cup in five years on away goals after a 0-0 second leg draw at the Nou Camp.
After last week's first leg at the Calderon ended 1-1, expectations of an entertaining spectacle were high when new signing Neymar, who came off the bench to head the equaliser in Madrid, was included in the starting lineup for the first time since joining from Santos.
New coach Martino and big-money recruit Neymar collected his first trophy in Barcelona colours as the Catalan giants secure a fourth Spanish Super Cup in five years on away goals after a 0-0 second leg draw at the Nou Camp.
After last week's first leg at the Calderon ended 1-1, expectations of an entertaining spectacle were high when new signing Neymar, who came off the bench to head the equaliser in Madrid, was included in the starting lineup for the first time since joining from Santos.
Neymar (right) poses with his team-mates after picking up his first Barca trophy
10:03
As if Spurs fans didn't have it hard enough trying to get to grips with their new recruits...
Andre Villas-Boas' latest signing Erik Lamela has shown an ability to cope under pressure during his relatively short career.
At River Plate, one of the biggest clubs in South America and the most successful in Argentine football history, he was thrust into the first team as a teenager to occupy the coveted playmaker role that is such an integral part of the Argentine football psyche.
But how will he fit in at Spurs specifically?
Andre Villas-Boas' latest signing Erik Lamela has shown an ability to cope under pressure during his relatively short career.
At River Plate, one of the biggest clubs in South America and the most successful in Argentine football history, he was thrust into the first team as a teenager to occupy the coveted playmaker role that is such an integral part of the Argentine football psyche.
But how will he fit in at Spurs specifically?
Lamela is the latest of a flurry of summer additions at White Hart Lane
09:53
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has been caught recreating his goal celebration with a fan in the club's car park.
Sturridge joined Reds supporter Jordan Macavoy for the impromptu performance following his side's Capital One Cup extra-time win over Notts County on Tuesday evening.
After scoring twice in his side's victory, Sturridge got out of his car to perform his unique dance celebration for a third time.
Sturridge joined Reds supporter Jordan Macavoy for the impromptu performance following his side's Capital One Cup extra-time win over Notts County on Tuesday evening.
After scoring twice in his side's victory, Sturridge got out of his car to perform his unique dance celebration for a third time.
Reds fan Jordan Macavoy dances with Sturridge outside of Anfield
09:44
Everton narrowly avoided an exit at the hands of Stevenage
with a 2-1 extra-time win, while there were convincing wins for Cardiff,
Villa, Newcastle, Stoke, Watford and Nottingham Forest.
Oh, and in other news, Manchester United will play Liverpool in the third round. And if that wasn't enough, the game could see the return of Luis Suarez in a Reds shirt for the first time competitively since biting Branislav Ivanovic in April.
Oh, and in other news, Manchester United will play Liverpool in the third round. And if that wasn't enough, the game could see the return of Luis Suarez in a Reds shirt for the first time competitively since biting Branislav Ivanovic in April.
Suarez could make his return at Old Trafford next month
09:38
Pop the champagne cork ladies and gentleman... here are today's birthdays!
Celestine Babayaro - former Chelsea and Nigeria left-back, declared bankrupt in 2011, 34.
Vincent Enyeama - Lille and Nigeria goalkeeper, Football Manager hero, 30.
Stephen Carr - Birmingham right-back, 36.
Jon Dahl Tomasson - Ex-Denmark striker now assistant manager at SBV Excelsior, formerly with Newcastle, 36.
Steve Clarke - West Bromwich Albion manager and former Chelsea player, 49
Steven Morison - Millwall striker on loan from Leeds, 29
And last but not least...
Patrick van Aanholt - Chelsea left-back currently on loan at Vitesse after short-term deals at nearly every club in England, 22
Vincent Enyeama - Lille and Nigeria goalkeeper, Football Manager hero, 30.
Stephen Carr - Birmingham right-back, 36.
Jon Dahl Tomasson - Ex-Denmark striker now assistant manager at SBV Excelsior, formerly with Newcastle, 36.
Steve Clarke - West Bromwich Albion manager and former Chelsea player, 49
Steven Morison - Millwall striker on loan from Leeds, 29
And last but not least...
Patrick van Aanholt - Chelsea left-back currently on loan at Vitesse after short-term deals at nearly every club in England, 22
09:31
The Football Association has announced that Steve Holland will assist new England Under-21 head coach Gareth Southgate for two upcoming European Under-21 Championship qualifiers.
Holland, who is assistant first team coach at Chelsea, will join the coaching team at St. George's Park as Southgate takes charge for the first time next week for matches with Moldova and Finland.
Chelsea have now given rise to several top coaches, including Brendan Rodgers, Steve Clarke, Paul Clement, Andre Villas-Boas and now Holland.
Holland, who is assistant first team coach at Chelsea, will join the coaching team at St. George's Park as Southgate takes charge for the first time next week for matches with Moldova and Finland.
Chelsea have now given rise to several top coaches, including Brendan Rodgers, Steve Clarke, Paul Clement, Andre Villas-Boas and now Holland.
Holland has been a coach at Chelsea since 2009
09:26
Britain's top clubs are gearing up for today's draw for the Champions League group stages in Prague.
Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Celtic will all be hoping for a favourable draw as they look to emulate Bayern Munich by lifting the trophy in Lisbon in May.
United, Chelsea and Arsenal are all in pot one and will be looking to avoid banana skin teams such as last year's finalists Borussia Dortmund (pot three) and Napoli (pot four).
Everthing you need to know, including club profiles and those all-important (and confusing) pots, can be found here in our in-depth preview.
Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Celtic will all be hoping for a favourable draw as they look to emulate Bayern Munich by lifting the trophy in Lisbon in May.
United, Chelsea and Arsenal are all in pot one and will be looking to avoid banana skin teams such as last year's finalists Borussia Dortmund (pot three) and Napoli (pot four).
Everthing you need to know, including club profiles and those all-important (and confusing) pots, can be found here in our in-depth preview.
09:16
Borussia Dortmund supporters have launched a tongue-in-cheek
campaign demanding Manchester United 'free' Japanese star Shinji Kagawa.
Supporters of the movement use the hashtag #freeshinji and there are various pictures and even a song that has been created for him.
Supporters of the movement use the hashtag #freeshinji and there are various pictures and even a song that has been created for him.
Freedom: Dortmund fans have launched a campaign to bring Shinji Kagawa back to Germany
09:13
Arsenal have re-signed midfielder Mathieu Flamini on a free
transfer for what is believed to be a three-year deal worth
£40,000-a-week.
The 29-year-old played 153 times for Arsenal over four years, before moving to Italian giants AC Milan in 2008.
So that's two free transfers in the bag for Arsene Wenger this season. Arsenal fans, what do you think?
The 29-year-old played 153 times for Arsenal over four years, before moving to Italian giants AC Milan in 2008.
So that's two free transfers in the bag for Arsene Wenger this season. Arsenal fans, what do you think?
Return: Flamini returns to the Emirates after leaving in 2008
09:05
Chelsea will sign Samuel Eto’o on a stunning £7million
one-year deal on Thursday after admitting defeat in their pursuit of
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.
Eto’o, the 32-year-old Cameroon forward, is taking a huge pay cut from the £17m a year that made him the world’s best paid footballer at Anzhi Makhachkala and will sign on a free transfer.
He arrived at London's St Pancras station last night, where he was pictured with super-agent Pini Zahavi, and is due to have a medical at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground before finalising terms.
Eto’o, the 32-year-old Cameroon forward, is taking a huge pay cut from the £17m a year that made him the world’s best paid footballer at Anzhi Makhachkala and will sign on a free transfer.
He arrived at London's St Pancras station last night, where he was pictured with super-agent Pini Zahavi, and is due to have a medical at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground before finalising terms.
Eto'o is on his way to Stamford Bridge for a medical
09:00
Good morning...
...and welcome to Sportsmail's Football 9-5 service as we look ahead to today's Champions League group stage draw.
Celtic made it through last night with a fantastic 3-0 win over Shakhter Karagandy in front of a packed Celtic Park crowd, and they join Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea in the group stages. We'll have all the updates from 4pm, with the draw due to start at 4.45pm.
We'll be previewing this weekend's Premier League action as the top bosses hold their press conferences ahead of the third weekend of the season, plus we'll have all the fallout from last night's Capital One Cup second round matches, which has conjured up a few tasty third-round ties.
Celtic made it through last night with a fantastic 3-0 win over Shakhter Karagandy in front of a packed Celtic Park crowd, and they join Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea in the group stages. We'll have all the updates from 4pm, with the draw due to start at 4.45pm.
We'll be previewing this weekend's Premier League action as the top bosses hold their press conferences ahead of the third weekend of the season, plus we'll have all the fallout from last night's Capital One Cup second round matches, which has conjured up a few tasty third-round ties.
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