Aston Villa vs Queens Park Rangers 0-1 by motifoot Djibril Cisse made an instinct impact for new club QPR as he found the net just a day after joining the club. The France international scored just 11mins into his debut, maintaining his record of grabbing a goal on his outing for every Premier League team [.

The Agent of Marseille striker Loic Remy claimed last week that the France International still harboured a 'dream' of playing in the English Premier League. That may be true, but over the weekend, Remy rejected any possibility of a move during the January transfer window, and even hinted that he'd see out the remainder of his contractLiverpool tried to sign Remy last Summer, and during the

David Trezeguet (front) in training for new club River Plate

Argentinian giants River Plate, who are currently playing in their country's second division following last season's shock relegation, have showed their ambition to get back into the top flight by signing former France international David Trezeguet.

Spanish giants Real Madrid are expected to lose a number of key players this month as another of their brightest talents Angel Di Maria said to have welcomed offers from both Manchester United and Chelsea.

Along with Kaka and Esteban Granero, Di Maria is the third player who could possibly leave the Bernabeu this month.

Eric Abidal is a free transfer target for both Liverpool and Manchester City as he approaches the end of his Barcelona contract.
The France international's current deal is scheduled to expire at the end of the season and he is now entitled to speak to other clubs about a summer move.
Barcelona has offered him a two-year contract extension, but with a number of major European clubs interested, the defender has asked for time to think about his future, reports L'Equipe.

Eric Abidal is a free transfer target for both Liverpool and Manchester City as he approaches the end of his Barcelona contract.
The France international's current deal is scheduled to expire at the end of the season and he is now entitled to speak to other clubs about a summer move.
Barcelona has offered him a two-year contract extension, but with a number of major European clubs interested, the defender has asked for time to think about his future, reports L'Equipe.

New York Red Bulls and former France international striker Thierry Henry has returned to Arsenal FC on a two month loan deal. The all-time Arsenal top scorer may make his...

New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry's protracted loan move to Arsenal has finally been confirmed.
The 34-year-old will return to the Gunners on a two-month loan deal and could feature in Monday's FA Cup third round clash with Championship side Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium.
The soccer betting tips are had predicted Henry would make a dramatic return as soon as it was announced that he would train with the Gunners during the MLS off-season.

'Who, me?' The reality of being identified as a Level 1 Hottie hits home for Olivier when five hundred rampant Tetu readers (plus a couple of well-informed Kickette staffers) turn up and request unsolicited snuggles. Cheers to @Philby1976 for the tip!

We thought we had the inside track on controversial decisions involving the relative hotness of French players.

Liverpool are planning a surprise move for Chelsea forward Nicolas Anelka as manager Kenny Dalglish attempts to further strengthen his squad in the January transfer window and secure a top four finish.
The France international had a short spell at Anfield back in 2002 under Gerard Houllier but the French manager decided not to take up the option to sign the striker and instead brought El Hadji Diouf to the club.

Currently in an impressive fourth position in Ligue 1, Stade Rennais Football Club is a soccer club from the city of Rennes. The team is also referred to Stade Rennais, Rennes and Les Rouges et Noirs (red and blacks). With talent such as France international Yann M'Vila and Morocco's Youssouf Hadji on its roster, Stade [.

Former France international Laurent Robert has talked today about the new Newcastle side, who have a number of French players in their ranks. Laurent Robert - while at Newcastle Laurent played for Newcastle 129 times from 2001 through 2006, with 30 goals, and from 2005 through 2006, was on loan at Portsmouth.

Liverpool 'totally and utterly' back Luis Suárez, says Kenny Dalglish

• Manager defends striker against racism and diving claims • Manchester United's Patrice Evra claimed he was abused The Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has issued a robust defence of Luis Suárez following allegations of racism made against the striker .

Fascinating interview by Arsène Wenger on the French radio station RTL Monday. Wenger opens up about a terrible summer in which "half the dressing room wanting to leave".

Wenger was asked to reflect on comments made by his former midfielder Emmanuel Petit last week in which he suggested sales were "killing" the club.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Patrice Evra will pursue Luis Suárez racism claim

• FA set to act as 'aggrieved' Evra refuses to back down • Sky Sports unable to find footage that sheds light on matter Sir Alex Ferguson has said an "aggrieved" Patrice Evra has no intention of dropping his complaint of racist abuse against Luis Suárez but stressed the controversy does not represent a worsening of relations between Manchester United and Liverpool.

Liverpool have given their firm backing to Luis Suárez over his denial that he racially abused Patrice Evra at Anfield on Saturday – and want the Manchester United defender to receive a ban from the Football Association should his accusations prove groundless.
The Uruguay international has vehemently denied Evra's allegations that he racially abused him during Liverpool's 1-1 draw with United and will fight to clear his name if the FA decides to open a disciplinary case.

Liverpool want Patrice Evra ban if Luis Suárez race claim is groundless

• 'Upset' Liverpool striker will fight any FA disciplinary case • Manchester United may need statements from other players Liverpool have given their firm backing to Luis Suárez over his denial that he racially abused Patrice Evra at Anfield on Saturday – and want the Manchester United defender to receive a ban from the Football Association should his accusations prove groundless.

Manchester United captain Patrice Evra has accused Liverpool striker Luis Suarez of racially abusing him during the 1-1 Premier League draw at Anfield on Saturday.

The France international told French television after the game that Suarez used the same insult "more than 10 times" throughout the match.

Manchester United captain Patrice Evra has accused Liverpool striker Luis Suarez of racially abusing him during the 1-1 Premier League draw at Anfield on Saturday.

The France international told French television after the game that Suarez used the same insult "more than 10 times" throughout the match.

Arsenal full-back Bacary Sagna has undergone successful surgery on his broken leg and is expected to be sidelined for a minimum of three months.

The France international suffered the injury during the Gunners' 2-1 defeat to North London rivals Tottenham on Sunday.

The French Football Federation revealed later that evening that the defender was set to be ruled out of action for around 12 weeks.

New Bolton Wanderers signing David Ngog believes he can be an instant success

France international has spoken of his excitement over moving to the Reebok Stadium and thinks he can help his team reach new heights this year

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Transfer deadline day looms and Arsenal are still in the market for midfielders, this is not idle blog gossip but Arsene Wenger stated we are short of players in this area. This became self-evident in recent games were the creativity has been left to Rosicky and his best days are behind him.

Today is a day we will all go mad in following rumours and tweets.

Liverpool offer £8m for the Nacional defender Sebastián Coates

• The 20-year-old also interests Manchester City and Arsenal • Kenny Dalglish may play Raheem Sterling against Exeter Liverpool have made an £8m offer for the Uruguay international Sebastián Coates but face competition for his signature as Nacional encourage an auction for the 20-year-old defender.

It is understood Manchester City are in the final stages of negotiations regarding the proposed signing of Arsenal's Samir Nasri.

City have been chasing Nasri's signature all summer and they are now thought to be close to bringing the France international to the Etihad Stadium.

Talks between both clubs are thought to be at an advanced stage and the North West outfit are hoping to make the talented midfielder their latest summer capture.

The France international team manager seems to talk quite a lot about things that don't concern him, and if I was one of his charges in the France team I wouldn't be happy that he revealed the content of private conversations. But as we are Arsenal fans, then of course we want to know what [...]

Arsene Wenger insists there is 'no major problem' with Samir Nasri amid reports the midfielder could leave Arsenal before the start of the season.

Nasri has just one year remaining on his contract at Emirates Stadium and has been heavily linked with a move away from the Gunners.

Manchester United saw a bid for the France international rejected earlier this summer, while local rivals City have subsequently emerged as favourites to sign Nasri.

Arsene Wenger insists there is 'no major problem' with Samir Nasri amid reports the midfielder could leave Arsenal before the start of the season.

Nasri has just one year remaining on his contract at Emirates Stadium and has been heavily linked with a move away from the Gunners.

Manchester United saw a bid for the France international rejected earlier this summer, while local rivals City have subsequently emerged as favourites to sign Nasri.

Arsene Wenger insists there is 'no major problem' with Samir Nasri amid reports the midfielder could leave Arsenal before the start of the season.

Nasri has just one year remaining on his contract at Emirates Stadium and has been heavily linked with a move away from the Gunners.

Manchester United saw a bid for the France international rejected earlier this summer, while local rivals City have subsequently emerged as favourites to sign Nasri.

The France international team manager Laurent Blanc is unlikely to pick Samir Nasri for next weeks international friendly. Nasri is currently injured anyway, but Blanc thinks that the uncertainty of where he will be playing next season is also causing him problems on the pitch. Nasri's form dropped off for club and country in the [.

Liverpool must act quickly if they wish to stay in the race to sign St Etienne midfielder Blaise Matuidi after Ligue 1 rivals Paris Saint Germain lodged a £9m offer.
The Anfield club has been strongly linked with a move for the France international with talkSPORT claiming they were prepared to pay around £8m to take him to the Premier League.

PSG make move for Liverpool target Matuidi

Ligue Un club have launched a £9million bid for the France international midfielder

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Liverpool FC remains in the hunt for a left-back but Lyon's Aly Cissokho is unlikely to be filling the void at Anfield.
The Reds have been linked with a £9million move for the 23- year-old France international.
However, reports in his homeland that a deal is imminent are wide of the mark and Liverpool are considering other options.

Liverpool is ready sign Lyon defender Aly Cissokho in a £10million deal, after Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger ruled themselves out of the running.
The Reds are in the hunt for a left-back and the 23-year-old ticks all the Anfield boxes and are keen to wrap a deal soon.
The France international was on the radar of Arsenal following the sale of Gael Clichy to Manchester City, but Wenger has ruled out any move.

Toulouse star Sissoko flattered by Man City and Liverpool interest

France international says he would love to play in the Premeir League if the chance comes

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Gael Clichy has revealed he snubbed offers from Liverpool and Roma to join Manchester City.
The France international completed his £7million switch from Arsenal this week after signing a four-year contract with the Eastlands club.
The 25-year-old claims he had talks with Liverpool director of football Damien Comolli about a move to Anfield, while Roma also made him an attractive offer to move to Italy.

Liverpool is reportedly considering contesting Juventus in the race for Catania defender Matias Silvestre.
According to Italian TV service Mediaset Premium, the Reds and Juve are both pursuing the Argentine centre-back, who could leave the Stadio Angelo Massimino for around €5 million.
Silvestre's price-tag is tempered by the fact he only has one year to remain on his contract, so Catania may be forced to cash-in should Liverpool come knocking.

Stade Rennais Football Club is a French Ligue 1 football club from the city of Rennes. The team is also referred to Stade Rennais, Rennes and Les Rouges et Noirs (red and blacks). With talent such as France international Yann M'Vila on its roster, Stade Rennes finished the 2010/11 Ligue 1 season in 6th place and [.

Paris Saint-Germain has offered Liverpool the opportunity to sign striker Guillaume Hoarau, it has been claimed.
According to The Guardian - who source reports in France - PSG are prepared to offload the France international, and have touted him out to the Merseyside club.
Hoarau scored 11 times for PSG last season and, with the acquisition of Kevin Gameiro expected to be followed by a marquee signing, the 27-year-old will see himself slide down the pecking order at the Parc des Princes.

Ex-Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse took the mic in a nightclub for an emotional goodbye to the fans of Panathanaikos. The France international is expected to finalise a switch to Serie A side Lazio very shortly and, in the absence of any fixtures, seemingly decided the club was his best chance of addressing as many supporters [.

Toulouse's Moussa Sissoko is in negotiations with Liverpool over a potential transfer, while Inter and Lyon are also frontrunners for the midfielder's signature, Goal.com have been told.
The 21-year-old is set for a high-profile move away from Le Tefece after a string of influential performances in Ligue 1 last season.