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July 28 2010

West Ham United have rejected a bid from Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Scott Parker. The England international was the Hammers' standout performer last season, with a collection of commanding displays helping the club steer clear of relegation. His efforts were rewarded with a place in England's pre-World Cup squad, although he failed to make the cut for the South African showpiece.

Newcastle United have finalised the signing of veteran defender Sol Campbell on a one-year contract.

Arsene Wenger claims there is no substance to continued reports linking Cesc Fabregas with Barcelona. The Gunners skipper has become embroiled in a long-running transfer saga which has dragged on all summer, and shows no sign of dying down. Barca have made it clear that they want to return Fabregas to his Catalan roots, and the Spanish schemer is reportedly keen to make such a move. However, Arsenal are reluctant to part with their talismanic captain and have stubbornly refused to discuss a deal.

Martin O'Neill has confirmed that Aston Villa have received a bid for Luke Young, with Liverpool reported to have made the offer.

West Ham have rejected Spurs' bid for Scott Parker and Liverpool have made an offer for Luke Young.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed that Nicklas Bendtner is set to miss the start of the season. The Danish striker is still struggling with a persistent groin injury and will now sit out the opening to the 2010/11 Premier League campaign. Bendtner has been nursing the knock for some time and struggled through this summer's World Cup as he attempted to avoid further inflaming the problem.

Roma's sporting director Daniele Prade claims the club have not and will not bid for Valon Behrami. The Serie A outfit admit to being admirers of the versatile West Ham midfielder, but insist they have other areas to address in the transfer market. Switzerland international Behrami has been strongly linked with a move to Italy this summer, with Palermo among those to have expressed an interest.

Ian Holloway is confident of making new signings ahead of Blackpool's debut Premier League campaign.

Danish keeper Anders Lindegaard is attracting interest from across Europe, according to his agent.

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti is resigned to the fact that Mario Balotelli is leaving the club. The reigning European champions have endured a troubled relationship with their temperamental teenager over recent years, but have always kept faith in his ability. However, this summer it quickly became apparent that the Italy international was looking to start afresh away from Giuseppe Meazza, and a long-running transfer saga was put in motion.

Sam Allardyce has revealed that he will quit club management in three years to take on an international role. The 55-year-old has been involved in coaching for over 20 years, and has spent much of that time at the highest level. The rigours of being a football manager have taken their toll, though, and Allardyce underwent heart surgery in 2009 as the stresses began to damage his health.

Phil Neville and Leighton Baines hope Mikel Arteta and Steven Pienaar sign new long-term deals at Everton.

Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies admits he is still in the market for Aston Villa's Nicky Shorey. The Reds have endured a quiet summer regarding new recruits, with the much-maligned acquisitions committee yet to back their manager where it matters. A lack of activity has left Davies frustrated, as he knows he must add if Forest are to build on last season's success. One area he is looking to strengthen is his defence, with a left-back a top priority.

Dave Whelan says Wigan will continue to bring in foreign imports due to a shortage of home-grown talent.

Man City keeper Shay Given could make his return from injury in Thursday's friendly against Club America.

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez is hoping to be paired alongside Fernando Torres next season. The free-spending Blues continue to be linked with a big-money move for the Liverpool forward, despite repeated denials from Anfield that the Spaniard is for sale. They have been reportedly tracking Torres all summer, with it unclear how he feels about a lack of success on Merseyside last season.

Joleon Lescott admits he is yet to justify Man City's show of faith, but has unwavering belief in his ability.

Martin O'Neill has confirmed Man City are not currently prepared to meet Villa's valuation of James Milner.

Javier Hernandez is determined to impress in the Premier League despite some of his compatriots' struggles. The Mexico international is being tipped as a star of the future although two of his international team-mates are yet to stamp their authority on England's top flight. Tottenham's Giovani Dos Santos and Arsenal's Carlos Vela have both taken their time adapting to the Premier League, something Hernandez is keen to avoid.