England midfielder Owen Hargreaves may not be back in action as soon as expected after complications with his broken leg.

The parent company of Arsenal have categorically denied an approach has been made to take over the Barclays Premiership club.

Alex Ferguson was today counting the cost of a pulsating first competitive encounter with Celtic.

Ireland manager, Brian Kerr, today issued a statement in relation to the yesterday's injury to midfielder, Roy Keane.

Everton striker James Beattie has been ruled out of the UEFA Cup tie against Dinamo Bucharest.

Everton striker James Beattie could return to the starting line-up against Dinamo Bucharest in the UEFA Cup following a toe injury.

Blackburn manager Mark Hughes has no fresh injury worries to contend with for tomorrow’s local derby with Bolton at Ewood Park.

Sports Minister John O’Donoghue is to attend the funeral of George Best on behalf of the Government, it was confirmed tonight.

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell insists the whole club is behind the signing of Roy Keane.

Manchester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel has signed a two-year contract extension at Eastlands – but could be loaned out to gain first-team experience.

England captain David Beckham admits he is desperate to avoid ending his career “with a period of failure” at Real Madrid.

Macclesfield have called a press conference for 3pm this afternoon where they are expected to unveil former England captain Paul Ince as their new manager.

Sunderland defender George McCartney faces an operation and up to three months on the sidelines after damaging his hamstring again.

Wigan goalkeeper Chris Kirkland has become the latest member of England’s squad to be ruled out of Wednesday’s friendly with Spain at Old Trafford.

Former Celtic manager Lou Macari believes Roy Keane will have no problems adapting to Scottish football.

Quinton Fortune will re-ignite his career at Bolton after signing a one-year deal.

Police were hunting thieves today who broke into the home of Wayne Rooney’s parents and stole valuable football memorabilia belonging to the England star.

Wayne Rooney will not feature against Spurs tomorrow - despite Alex Ferguson's declaration the striker is “available to play”.

Newcastle midfielder Lee Bowyer was today charged with violent conduct by the Football Association.

Pierluigi Collina’s continuation as a Serie A referee was confirmed on Wednesday when he was included on the officials list for next season.