Lukas Podolski in 'provisional agreement' over Arsenal move

Podolski was also targeted by Arsenal during the January transfer window but, with his contract expiring next year, the expectation is that he will be available at the end of the season for about £16 million.

Ne fee has been agreed yet between Arsenal and Cologne, but it is understood that Podolski is keen on the option of playing in the Premier League.

Where will Jose Mourinho be manager next season?

Mourinho, currently in charge at Real Madrid and on course to beat rivals Barcelona to the La Liga title, is keen on a return to England, having enjoyed such a successful spell at Chelsea.

Several English clubs have been linked with the Portuguese. Tottenham would be interested if, as expected, Harry Redknapp is offered the England job.

On the other hand, an emotional reunion with Chelsea could be on the cards if Andre Villas-Boas continues to frustrate, while the future of Roberto Mancini at Manchester City is not set in stone, especially if the 'Special One' is available.

Or, do you think Redknapp will stay at Spurs and it will be Mourinho who is charged with leading the Three Lions to international glory?

AVB's Chelsea move 'a mistake'

Andre Villas-Boas's ex-employer at Porto, Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa, believes the young Portuguese manager was wrong to move to Chelsea.

Villas-Boas has had a difficult beginning to his career in west London as Chelsea have struggled to match the results of recent years.

They currently sit fifth in the Premier League and outside the Champions League qualification places.

And after just one season at Porto, Pinto da Costa believes it was too soon for the 34-year-old to try his hand in England. 

"Villas-Boas went because of the huge offer Chelsea made (€15 million)," Pinto da Costa told La Gazzetta dello Sport.
"The other thing that weighed heavily was the difficulties he had in emulating Mourinho's Champions League victory in 2004.
"He left thinking that Chelsea was a unique opportunity, but I believe that was a mistake because there would have been others."

Champs League exit frustrates Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson admits Manchester United's Champions League exit still leaves a bitter taste because he believes his side were good enough to have reached another final.

Ryan Giggs aims to stay at top table

Giggs was persuaded to keep faith with his ageing limbs and the end result is a path that is now leading towards the remarkable milestone of 1,000 competitive appearances for club and country.

In Amsterdam on Thursday evening, against Ajax in the Europa League, the 38 year-old is set to play his 900th game for United. Throw in 64 appearances for Wales, and five Under-18 and Under-21 caps, and Giggs will then stand on 969 career games – so 1,000 is genuinely within reach.

“Yeah, I suppose it is,” Giggs said. “If I finish this season well and play a lot next season, I should do it, which would be great because not many have done that. Wingers certainly don’t do that very often! If I did it, it would be another thing to be proud of and to cherish.”

Powerful players damaging football

Man City's Carlos Tévez U-turn proof that players are becoming too powerful says Argentine's former boss Sir Alex Ferguson

Redknapp claims he would recall Paul Scholes if selected to manage England

Harry Redknapp has said that if he is appointed as the next England manager he will select Paul Scholes in his team, and not just the squad, for this summer’s European Championship finals.

Drogba's Ivorian stars choke once again

Didier Drogba, Gervinho and Kolo Toure all missed penalties as Ivory Coast's celebrated Premier League stars failed to shine in Zambia defeat.

Wolves sack McCarthy

Mick McCarthy axed for run of poor results, culminating with humiliating 5-1 defeat at home to West Brom.

Andre Villas-Boas and his players called to summit with owner Roman Abramovich

The players were hauled in after they were told their scheduled day off had been cancelled immediately after the 2-0 away defeat to Everton which saw Chelsea slip to fifth in the Premier League table.

Abramovich ordered a series of meetings to attempt to clear the air as the Russian billionaire becomes increasingly concerned as to whether Chelsea will finish in the top four this season and, therefore, fail to qualify for the Champions League for the first time since he took ownership of the club in 2003.

Messi unable to inspire Barcelona

Barcelona's fading hopes of capturing a fourth consecutive La Liga crown suffered a major setback when they lost 3-2 at Osasuna on Saturday to leave Real Madrid seven points clear at the top with a game in hand.

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Pienaar downs Chelsea

Steven Pienaar added to Chelsea's mounting problems as the South Africa international inspired Everton to a 2-0 win at Goodison Park on Saturday.

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Sir Alex slams Suarez.

Luis Suarez is a disgrace to Liverpool and should never be allowed to play for them again, Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said after the Uruguayan refused to shake Patrice Evra's hand on Saturday.

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Sir Alex is the man for the job says Dalglish

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has mischievously called on the Football Association to convince Sir Alex Ferguson to take the vacant England manager’s job.

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Harry will consider FA job...

Tottenham manager seeks recovery time after court ordeal but would welcome serious approach from FA.

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Capello leaves sinking ship.

Harry Redknapp strong favourite to manage England at Euros after Capello resigns at the end of football's craziest day.

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