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18.35 Sporting Lisbon have confirmed they have rejected a bid from Everton for Joao Moutinho.

18.45 Watford have handed a trial to former Aston Villa and Reading defender Ulises De la Cruz.

19.00 Blackburn target Vasilis Torosidis has admitted he would be interested in a move to England.

19.30 Andrea Pirlo has rejected rumours linking him with a move away from Milan saying he hopes to end his career at the club.

20.00 Sevilla goalkeeper Morgan De Sanctis is a target for Turkish titans Galatasaray.

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20.30 Roma have confirmed they are tracking Chelsea winger Florent Malouda.

21.00 Kevin Keegan has hinted he could sign Sebastien Bassong after he impressed on trial.

22.00 Fabricio Coloccini has played down reports linking him with a move to England.

22.30 St Etienne have won the race to sign Nancy defender Sebastien Puygrenier.

22.45: Skysports.com sources understands Sunderland are open to offers for Rangers target Dickson Etuhu.

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17.30 Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas has hinted he is interested in a move to Real Madrid, but insists he will not move to the Bernabeu this summer.

Son of a... Will there be anyone left?

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Son of a... Will there be anyone left?

Well, Arsenal is a selling club now... for the next, what, 17 years? So... nope.

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7.17 Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is in the market for a new left-back following Wilfred Bouma's serious injury at the weekend. Will this only strengthen the Ulsterman's resolve to keep Gareth Barry?

7.20 Tottenham's Robbie Keane is on the cusp of his dream move to Liverpool, according to reports in today's press. An updated Paper Talk coming up...

8.07 According to the gospel of truth that is the Daily Star, Thierry Henry is on his way to Manchester United. But who cares about this football nonsense when they're also reporting Myleene Klass is to replace Carol Vorderman on Countdown.

8.17 In accordance with every pre-season since 1986, Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp is hopeful striker Kanu will sign a new one-year contract. We all know the chirpy Nigerian will eventually sign and Harry will pay tribute to his favourite impact player off the bench.

8.37 Sir Alex Ferguson has delivered a typically frank assessment of Sepp Blatter's infamous slavery comments, opining that there are not too many slaves earning £6million a year. Even those of the modern variety

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8.51 Edu has called for David Albelda to stay at Valencia after playing alongside him in the club's first pre-season friendly.

8.59 Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Denilson is confident he can save Arsene Wenger a fortune as the Frenchman steps up his search for Mathieu Flamini's replacement. The talented South American has shown glimpses of his talent, but wants a regular role next season.

9.31 There is no escape. Another day, another story about Cristiano Ronaldo. According to reports in the Portuguese media, the in-demand winger is due to fly to Manchester for further talks with manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

9.42 With Manchester City manager Mark Hughes reported to be in the market for a new goalkeeper, Joe Hart insists he remains confident of being the No.1 choice at Eastlands in the new season.

9.57 Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard remains a possible summer transfer target for Inter Milan, according to chief executive Ernesto Paolillo. Where do you think the England international will be playing his football on 1st September?

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10.01 Bristol City have ditched plans to sign Egypt international Emad Meteb just days after announcing a club-record deal for the striker. Meteb agreed a three-year contract with City but then played for former club Al Ahly in the Cairo derby against Zamalek, against the Robins' strict instructions. However, Gary Johnson's side are hopeful of completing the signing of Coventry striker Michael Mifsud, as chairman Steve Lansdown admitted: "He took his partner around Bristol this weekend and liked what he saw." Who wouldn't?

10.12 Peruvian midfielder Nolberto Solano, who is never afraid to blow his own trumpet, believes he can play another season in the Premier League, but could link up with David Beckham in America as he is considering an offer from LA Galaxy boss Ruud Gullit.

10.28 Reading defender Andre Bikey has admitted that he would welcome the opportunity to move to France this summer. He told skysports.com: "To be honest, playing in the Championship has never been my ambition." How's that for loyalty, Royals fans?

10.45 Deportivo La Coruna defender Fabricio Coloccini's agent has claimed his client has been offered a move to Newcastle, with Kevin Keegan known to be looking to strengthen his backline.

10.51 It's that man again. Everyone is being asked about Cristiano Ronaldo, and Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon has backed Manchester United in their battle to keep the Portugal international. A rare display of unity from the fierce Premier League rivals.

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11.16 Sky Sports News understands Bolton forward El-Hadji Diouf is undergoing a medical at Sunderland ahead of a proposed £2.5million switch to the Stadium of Light.

11.27 Celtic and Sevilla are on the trail of Barcelona playmaker Marc Crosas, according to reports emanating from Spain.

11.34 Samuel Eto'o's agent has rubbished reports suggesting that the Barcelona striker is set for a move to Lyon, while Karim Benzema's representative has refuted reports the France international could be used as a bargaining tool in any possible deal for the Cameroon forward. And as we all know, an agent's word is his bond.

11.40 Harry Redknapp fears Portsmouth will miss out on signing Younes Kaboul because the South Coast club are third in line for the Tottenham defender behind Aston Villa and Sunderland. The Fratton Park boss seems to be back-tracking somewhat from his position on Saturday morning when he expected to land the French centre-back.

11.52 Leeds United manager Gary McAllister has revealed his intent to tie down Luciano Becchio on a permanent deal after the Argentine striker impressed on trial, but Canadian forward Marcus Haber has not done enough to earn a contract.

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12.00 Liverpool should complete the £18million signing of Robbie Keane within the next 24 hours, according to reports. It is understood the Republic of Ireland international has undergone a medical at Anfield.

12.01 It's all go on the transfer front as Andy Johnson is also understood to be undergoing a medical at Fulham. Sources close to Sky Sports News have claimed a deal is very much in the pipeline.

12.19 Former Reading defender Ulises De La Cruz has been taken on trial by Championship rivals Watford. The 34-year-old left the Madejski Stadium this summer after two years with the club and is hoping to persuade Adrian Boothroyd to offer him a new deal.

12.37 Real Madrid boss Bernd Schuster admits the Cristiano Ronaldo saga is playing havoc with the club's transfer plans.

13.15 Francesco Totti has expressed his disappointment that Roma failed to land Fiorentina striker Adrian Mutu.

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13.23 Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists he remains fully committed to staying at Emirates Stadium. The Euro 2008 winner had been quoted as saying he is flattered by Real Madrid's interest but he has now refuted expressing any such sentiment.

13.30 Inter Milan have confirmed the signing of Portsmouth midfielder Sulley Muntari. The Ghana midfielder has signed a four-year deal with the Italian champions, in a deal which is likely to signal the end of Inter's pursuit of Frank Lampard.

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I wish my Blues could talk Roma into taking the other Frenchman Anelka.

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14.43 Reported Tottenham target Diego Capel insists that he is happy at Sevilla and has no desire to leave the club this summer.

15.05 Blackpool manager Simon Grayson has hinted he could be ready to give up on his bid to sign veteran striker Paul Dickov. The 35-year-old is a free agent following his release by Manchester City and gas held discussions with the Seasiders, Leicester and Major League Soccer side Toronto FC over a permanent move.

15.24 FC Dallas insist they will fight to keep Cardiff target Kenny Cooper, even though the Bluebirds have agreed a fee of around £2million with MLS Soccer, who hold the players' contracts.

15.29 Sweden international Fredrik Stoor looks set to complete his protracted move to Fulham this week and is relishing the opportunity to showcase his skills in the Premier League.

15.40 Argentina international defender Diego Placente has signed a two-year contract with Ligue 1 runners-up Bordeaux, rejecting rival offers from teams in Spain and Greece.

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16.19 Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner admits he is having to think about the direction his career is heading in as he looks to secure a move to Hull City.

16.49 Bolton Wanderers have signed Riga Mustapha, subject to receiving international clearance. The former Holland Under 21 international has accepted a three-year contract and arrives from Levante.

17.09 Blackburn Rovers are monitoring Per Ciljan Skjelbred's situation at Rosenborg, the player's advisor has suggested. Newcastle have previously been linked with the midfielder, while Ajax are also keen.

17.13 Nancy midfielder Michael Chretien is believed to be attracting interest from Premier League outfit Manchester City. Real Betis are holding talks with Chretien, who is keen to play in Spain or England.

17.15 Crystal Palace have received a massive boost with the news that young star Victor Moses has signed a new deal at the club.

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17.22 Derby County midfielder Stephen Pearson is attracting the interest of a few Premier League clubs after turning down a loan move to Birmingham.

17.36 Everton have confirmed an offer has been accepted from Fulham for striker Andrew Johnson. The England international is currently undergoing a medical and discussing personal terms.

17.39 Sunderland have completed the signing of El Hadji Diouf from Premier League rivals Bolton Wanderers. Diouf has agreed a four-year contract with the Black Cats and joins for an undisclosed fee.

Paper talk According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Aston Villa have made a £9.4million offer for Real Madrid midfielder Ruben de la Red. The Spain international has been offered a four-year contract, with Real coach Bernd Schuster yet to make a decision on his future.

18.44 Liverpool have completed the signing of Robbie Keane from Tottenham on a four-year contract. The deal could eventually see Liverpool pay £20.3million.

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18.59 Chelsea winger Florent Malouda will not leave Stamford Bridge this summer, according to his agent Pierre Frelot.