Stoke City are still interested in signing free agent Michael Owen.  The former England striker, 32, is available following his release this summer after three seasons at Manchester United  "Michael hasn't gone anywhere and it's still a possibility," said Stoke manager Tony Pulis, who may find it difficult to meet Owen's wage demands. "There's still stuff happening and going on. ...Full Story »

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez believes striker Victor Moses could be affected by speculation surrounding a potential transfer to Chelsea.  Chelsea have been trying to sign the 21-year-old all summer, but have yet to meet Wigan's £8.5m valuation. "If you don't meet a valuation, it becomes paper talk and speculation," he said.  "It happens everywhere, it gives you uncertainty ...Full Story »

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says neighbours United are favourites to win the Premier League - because they have two of the best strikers. The Red Devils have bought Robin van Persie from Arsenal for £24m and will pair him up front with Wayne Rooney. "Van Persie was the best striker last year," Mancini said. "With Rooney they will have one of the best couple of strikers in th...Full Story »

Former Manchester United defenders Steve Bruce and Gary Pallister believe the imminent signing of Robin van Persie is a big boost for the Reds. But ex-Manchester City forward Rodney Marsh predicts the Blues will retain their Premier League crown despite losing out in the race for the £24m Dutch striker. Sir Alex Ferguson's side lost their title last season to big rivals City on goal dif...Full Story »

Robin van Persie has completed his £24m move from Arsenal to Manchester United. The Dutch striker, 29, has signed a four-year deal and could make his debut at Everton on Monday. He said: "It's an honour to sign for Manchester United. "I am looking forward to following in the footsteps of so many great strikers, bringing my experience and playing my part to help the team compete for th...Full Story »

Hamilton have brought in midfielder Gary Fisher from Kilmarnock on loan and he goes straight into manager Billy Reid's plans for the home match against Morton. Andy Ryan is the only doubt as the striker has been suffering from tonsillitis. Reid has called on his side to ensure they take their chances when they are on top and added: "I am happy with how we played at Raith last weekend but not s...Full Story »

Falkirk have included striker David Weatherston in their squad for the first time this season for the visit of Raith after he overcame a hamstring injury. The Bairns lost on the opening day of the league season to Partick and technical director Alex Smith is looking for his side to bounce straight back. He said: "We lost goals at bad times in that game which cost us the points but to be fair t...Full Story »

West Ham's Sam Allardyce is hopeful of getting Premier League life off to a winning start but insists his side will not take Aston Villa for granted. The Hammers secured their return to the top flight via the play-offs last season, bouncing back at the first attempt after relegation under Avram Grant. First up for the east Londoners are Villa and, while quietly confident of three points, Allar...Full Story »

West Brom manager Steve Clarke squares off with Liverpool's Brendan Rodgers insisting he bears no grudge towards his friend's new club despite being sacked by them this summer. Clarke has revealed he was fired from the coaching staff at Anfield rather than leaving of his own accord following Kenny Dalglish's dismissal after a poor season. The Scot said Rodgers had urged him to stay on when he ...Full Story »

Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini is hoping his players can overcome an unsettling period during the close season when they get their league campaign underway at Celta Vigo. The Andalusians were forced to sell three of their key players from last season in Santi Cazorla, Salomon Rondon and Joris Mathijsen to meet debts just to allow them to play in the Primera Division this season. And rumours pe...Full Story »