Russia fitness coach Raymond Verheijen believes his side deserved to bow out of Euro 2012 after the surprise 1-0 defeat by Greece in the final Group A clash on Saturday ended their involvement.

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John Hartson has confirmed his interest in taking over as Wales manager, but has ruled out the possibility of working with rival candidate Raymond Verheijen.

CHELSEA chairman Bruce Buck has hinted at a possible summer clear-out at Stamford Bridge after dismissing suggestions of a return for former boss Jose Mourinho.