A notorious criminal suspected of killing an innocent Irish father in front of his terrified family during a sun holiday in Spain has finally been captured after a three-year manhunt.

Scott Sinclair missed a penalty on his first outing in a Manchester City shirt as he was given a run out for their U21s side against Liverpool.

Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Jones hopes to put a difficult time behind him after fortune thrust him into Kenny Dalglish’s plans following 16 months in the wilderness.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish tried to put an end to speculation about striker Andy Carroll's future after stressing there will be no transfer movement in or out of the club in the current window.

Wayne Rooney’s father was one of nine men arrested today as part of an investigation into suspicious betting activity, sources said.

Liverpool have finalised changes to their academy set-up which they hope will improve the flow of players into the first team squad.

Liverpool’s owners New England Sports Ventures are keen for their youth teams to play a bigger part in the club’s future, according to academy director Frank McParland.

Everton have been granted planning permission for a £9m (€10.57m) development to expand their retail and administration capabilities at Goodison Park.

BRITISH Justice Secretary Jack Straw yesterday defied calls by the mother of James Bulger for more details about why her son’s killer is back in prison.

One of the killers of toddler James Bulger was back behind bars today.

Liverpool have signed highly-rated England youth international Raheem Sterling from Coca-Cola Championship side Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee.

Everton are looking again at the possibility of redeveloping Goodison Park but chief executive Robert Elstone remains optimistic over hopes for a new stadium in the city.

Everton have held “positive” talks with Liverpool City Council over plans for a new stadium.

Everton have confirmed they will enter into new talks with Liverpool City Council over a new stadium.

David Moyes admits it is impossible for him to say that Everton have made any progress this season.

TWO days before the 212th Merseyside derby, Everton face an even bigger battle with Liverpool if they are to convince their closest rivals to ground-share.

Everton chief executive Robert Elstone has admitted the club would consider a ground-sharing arrangement with Liverpool after plans for a move to Kirkby were rejected by the Government.

Everton’s plans for a new stadium at Kirkby have been rejected by Communities and Local Government Secretary John Denham.

Everton’s plans to relocate from Liverpool to a new £400m stadium and shopping centre have been rejected, sources said tonight.

Liverpool have paid an undisclosed fee for Luton youngster Dave Moli.

Liverpool have confirmed that reserve team boss Gary Ablett is to leave the club.

Everton may not know whether they have the go-ahead to build their proposed new stadium until the beginning of next season.

Everton have launched an angry attack on Liverpool City Council after losing a planning appeal that will cost the club £10m (€10.6m).

A public inquiry into plans to build a new development which includes a 50,000-seat stadium for Everton Football Club, housing and a supermarket will start today.

Rhys Jones's alleged killer was found with sketches of guns while on remand in prison for the schoolboy's murder, a British court heard.

THE teenager accused of murdering Rhys Jones admitted to the killing just minutes after the schoolboy was shot, a court heard yesterday.

The teenager accused of murdering Rhys Jones in Liverpool admitted to the killing just minutes after the schoolboy was shot, a court heard today.

A bicycle used by the alleged gunman to flee the scene where English schoolboy Rhys Jones was shot dead had the DNA of a teenager accused of his murder on it, a court heard today.

A gun allegedly used to kill English schoolboy Rhys Jones replicated the wounds inflicted in his shooting when fired in tests, a court heard today.

EVERTON owner Bill Kenwright wants a billionaire investor to buy the club to allow them to compete with Manchester City.

Everton insist their plans for a new stadium in neighbouring Kirkby are not dead despite the Government ’calling in’ the scheme for further examination.

Everton could be forced to call an extraordinary general meeting by fans opposed to their move to a new stadium in Kirkby.

Everton are a step closer to leaving Goodison Park after Knowsley Borough Council backed plans for their new ground.

Everton expect a decision on the planning application for their proposed new stadium “very shortly” but admit the project could be “jeopardised” by the British government.

Liverpool’s new stadium was approved today – for the third time in five years.

A grandmother from Merseyside in the UK has submitted a planning application to bulldoze the luxury home of Tesco boss Terry Leahy because his firm wants to flatten her house for a new supermarket.

Goals from Leon Osman and Victor Anichebe gave Everton an opening day victory.

Everton have made their second signing of the summer by securing the services of South Africa midfielder Steven Pienaar on a 12-month loan deal from Borussia Dortmund, subject to a work permit.

Liverpool legend Phil Neal is being considered for a new post in the club’s youth Academy in the wake of Steve Heighway’s retirement.

Everton’s search for a suitable site for a new stadium could still swing back within the Liverpool city boundaries, according to city council leader Warren Bradley.

Everton chairman Bill Kenwright has stated his wholehearted support for David Moyes as the club explores the possibility of relocating to a new stadium in nearby Kirkby.

Everton, Tesco and Knowsley Council have entered into an agreement to investigate a major regeneration initiative in Kirkby, which could include a new Everton football stadium, a Tesco superstore and other community and retail facilities.

Everton are refusing to comment on local reports that they have signed a deal with supermarket giant Tesco to potentially build a new stadium.