Blackburn appear poised to complete the signing of Monaco central defender Cedric Mongongu.

Bacary Sagna’s agent expects the player to remain at Arsenal next season unless “a very important offer” is received by the north London club.

Porto defender Bruno Alves has dashed Aston Villa’s hopes of signing him by committing his future to the Portuguese club, according to his agent.

ERIC Djemba-Djemba’s agent admitted Aston Villa manager David O’Leary is right to fine the player after his failure to turn up at the club.

Eric Djemba-Djemba’s agent has admitted Aston Villa manager David O’Leary is right to fine the player after his failure to turn up at the club.