Liverpool return to Istanbul, scene of one of their greatest triumphs 14 years ago, for Wednesday’s UEFA Super Cup clash with Chelsea.

Thierry Henry's decision to leave the New York Red Bulls has reopened the possibility of the French forward returning to Arsenal.

A-League side Melbourne Heart have been renamed Melbourne City FC and will take Spain striker David Villa on loan from sister club New York City FC for a short spell later this year.

Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane has signed a multi-year contact extension with the Los Angeles Galaxy, the Major League Soccer club have announced.

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has confirmed a deal has been done to sell a controlling interest in the club to Indonesian billionaire Erick Thohir.

Arsenal have received no contact over a potential takeover and owner Stan Kroenke would have no intention of selling his controlling stake, Press Association Sport understands.

The New York Red Bulls have signed Thierry Henry from Barcelona on a “multi-year contract”, the Major League Soccer club have confirmed.

David Beckham insists he is happy to continue playing for the Los Angeles Galaxy – and that he has the support of the people who matter at the Major League Soccer club.

GILBERTO is confident the goals will come for Arsenal as they head into a “decisive” Premiership clash with Bolton at Emirates Stadium.

Tim Howard is being tipped to carve out a top-class career in England, just like fellow American goalkeepers Brad Friedel and Kasey Keller.