Scolari begins reign with victory
Frank Lampard is on the scoresheet as Chelsea crush Guangzhou Pharmaceutical 4-0 in Luiz Felipe Scolari’s first game in charge.
Owen to remain captain - Keegan
Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan says Michael Owen will retain the captain’s armband next season no matter who he signs.
Sunderland sign versatile Tainio
Sunderland announce the signing of Tottenham midfielder Teemu Tainio on a three-year deal.
Robbery gang target Heskey’s home
The partner of Wigan and England footballer Emile Heskey is threatened at knifepoint by robbers.
Shilton backs Terry for captaincy
England legend Peter Shilton believes John Terry should be given the captaincy on a regular basis.
Wenger targeting new midfielder
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he is in the market for a new midfielder before the start of the new season.
Blackburn agree fee for Friedel
Blackburn accept a bid for Brad Friedel but insist the goalkeeper will not be allowed to leave a suitable replacement has been found.
West Ham sign Lazio star Behrami
West Ham sign Lazio’s Switzerland international Valon Behrami in a £5m deal.
Johnson’s Everton future in doubt
Andrew Johnson could leave Everton, despite the club denying a £10.5m deal has been agreed with Fulham.
Cuellar envisages future at Ibrox
Rangers’ Spanish defender Carlos Cuellar says he is keen to remain with the club for many years to come.
