Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque could be without right-back Alvaro Arbeloa for their European Championship opener against Italy on Sunday after the Real Madrid defender missed training this morning.

Swansea boss Brendan Rodgers appears to be edging closer to filling Liverpool’s managerial vacancy but reports he has agreed a three-year deal have been dismissed as premature.

Spain have given their manager a ringing endorsement ahead of meeting Ireland at this summer’s Euro 2012.

Antonio Alvarez has conceded Sevilla’s early elimination from the Champions League meant he was always living on borrowed time.

Fernando Torres may not have hit top form in the World Cup yet but Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque insists the Liverpool striker remains a major threat to opposition defenders.

BARCELONA have been left to ponder their next move after Arsenal rejected their offer for Cesc Fabregas yesterday.

BARCELONA captain Carles Puyol has described Cesc Fabregas as “perfect” for the Catalan giants, just hours after the Arsenal skipper’s father expressed his belief that the Gunners will, reluctantly, end up allowing their prize asset to leave.

LIVERPOOL winger Albert Riera has been suspended by the club for his outspoken attack on manager Rafael Benitez and the club.

Liverpool winger Albert Riera has been suspended by the club for his outspoken attack on manager Rafael Benitez and the club.

Albert Riera has voiced his frustration at his situation at Liverpool and hit out at manager Rafael Benitez.

Real Madrid believe they can still land Xabi Alonso despite accusing Liverpool of being greedy and pricing the Spain international out of a move.

Real Madrid director of sport Jorge Valdano believes the club face defeat in their bid to land a number of big-name transfer targets, including Liverpool’s Xabi Alonso.

Real Madrid director of sport Jorge Valdano has revealed the club may end their interest in Valencia striker David Villa because the asking price is too high.

Real Madrid defender Gabriel Heinze believes it would be difficult for the Spanish giants to prise Cristiano Ronaldo away from Manchester United while Alex Ferguson is still in charge at Old Trafford.

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres insists he has no intention of returning to Spain for a long time.

Cesc Fabregas' agent Joseba Diaz insists he is in the dark over reported interest from Barcelona in the Arsenal midfielder, but admits he would listen to offers if the Catalan giants were to make a move.

Spain’s Oscar Pereiro admitted to mixed feelings after being named as winner of the 2006 Tour de France.

Albert Luque admits he could seek a return to Spain if he continues to be overlooked at Newcastle, with former club Barcelona near the top of his list of ideal destinations.

Jose Antonio Reyes tonight looked to have got his wish after announcing he had joined Real Madrid.

Real Madrid presidential candidate Arturo Baldesano claims Sven-Goran Eriksson has agreed to become the club’s new head coach, subject to the result of next month’s elections.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger rates his chances of signing Sevilla attacking midfielder Julio Baptista as “50-50”.

Manchester United assistant boss Carlos Queiroz has ruled out moves for Real Madrid pair Iker Casillas and Michael Owen.

Real Madrid have revealed just how highly they rate Jonathan Woodgate as a long-term prospect by signing the defender despite accepting he will be out of action for at least another month.

On the day when he is expected to be re-elected as Real Madrid president, Florentino Perez again hinted that the club may make a future move for England striker Wayne Rooney.

Former Real Madrid boss Carlos Queiroz lashes David Beckham for blaming his Real training for his poor performances.

Osasuna coach Javier Aguirre has confirmed his interest in taking Henrik Larsson to Spain.

Arsenal striker Jose Reyes admits his joy at winning the Premiership title has been tempered by his fall from favour with Spain coach Inaki Saez.

Real Madrid defender Roberto Carlos has given the first serious indication that the Spanish giants are in the hunt for David Beckham.