Downing: Is reported to be attracting interest from Liverpool New Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish is hoping he can convince Stewart Downing to remain at the club. McLeish was officially unveiled at Villa Park on Monday and walks into a job which will require some considerable fire-fighting. The Scot knows he has work to do to win over a sceptical fanbase, while he must also address transfer i...Full Story »

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish sent out a clear message that he means business by brushing aside security concerns and hinting at making moves for his former Birmingham City stars.The Scot arrived at Villa’s Bodymoor Heath training base to the sight of a dust-sheet covering up yet more offensive graffiti on a sign outside as those opposed to his appointment continued to make their voices ...Full Story »

Dynamo Kiev have entered the race to sign Niko Kranjcar from Tottenham. The Croatia midfielder can leave White Hart Lane for about £6million after struggling to secure first team football since joining from Portsmouth two years ago. Atletico Madrid and Wolfsburg have also shown interest in the 26-year-old, but Kiev have raised the stakes after being knocked back for other targets. Kiev ...Full Story »

Footballers are known for moving quickly on the pitch - but some carry that trait into their personal lives. Take Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas who split from his long-term girlfriend last month and already appears to have picked up a replacement. The 24-year-old midfielder headed to the south of France with the brunette, rumoured to be named Daniela, as he got some much needed respite from the r...Full Story »

Premier League clubs coveting Latin stars as Alexis Sanchez prepares to move to England. Sign me: Neymar heads a list of coveted South Americans As ever, South America is providing some of the most sought-after signings in the transfer window and Alexis Sanchez will not be the only player making a high-profile move for a large fee this summer. Here are five other Latin stars coveted by the ...Full Story »

Liverpool remain keen on Lyon defender Dejan Lovren but fear they will struggle to gain a work permit for the Croat, 21, who has won just eight caps for his country. Liverpool have also been linked with Fiorentina goalkeeper Artur Boruc. Wanted: Dejan Lovren (left) escapes from France's Samir Nasri Wolves have made an enquiry for Liverpool left back Paul Konchesky, who is rated at around £...Full Story »

SPURS are ready to join the race for Bolton's £17million England centre-back Gary Cahill.Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is a long-time admirer of the former Aston Villa ace and enquired about him back in January.But he faces competition for the 25-year-old's signature from Arsenal and mega-rich Manchester City.Bolton chief Owen Coyle wants players in part-exchange for Cahill as a straight ...Full Story »

ARSENAL are chasing Schalke midfielder Jose Manuel Jurado.Gunners boss Arsene Wenger sent his spies to watch the Spaniard last term and is set to make a £7.5million bid.Ex-Real Madrid ace Jurado, 24, played a big part in Schalke's shock run to the Champions League semi-finals this year.Full Story »

Girl's alone ... Cheryl Cole has found herself isolated over renewed romantic links to ex-husband Ashley Cole DEVASTATED Cheryl Cole was running out of friends last night - amid urgent pleas to the 27-year-old star NOT to hook up again with her love-rat ex-hubby Ashley. Shattered Cheryl was left with just bandmate Kimberley Walsh to console her as she was slammed for cosying up to her cheati...Full Story »

Chelsea have decided to gamble on 33-year-old Andre Villas-Boas as their new manager after failing to agree on a structure to accommodate Guus Hiddink alongside a top young coach.Hiddink has told friends in his native Holland that he will remain with Turkey, leaving Chelsea to discuss the terms of a £13.2million release clause that will enable them to prise Villas-Boas away from Porto.Rep...Full Story »