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West Brom boss Roy Hodgson has dismissed England rumours about his reluctance to sign a contract extension.

Martin Jol has confirmed Fulham have not followed up their initial bid for Birmingham striker Cameron Jerome.

Rangers manager Ally McCoist admits an injury is delaying any deal for Aston Villa defender Carlos Cuellar.

Wigan have failed in an initial bid for West Brom's Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie.

New Lorient striker Jeremie Aliadiere insists he has no regrets about his time in England.

Mick McCarthy believes Wolves are capable of improving on the points tally of the previous two seasons.

Alex McLeish is expecting this to be a season of evolution rather than revolution at Aston Villa.

Steve Cotterill has revealed Portsmouth will add some new recruits to their squad next week.

Roy Hodgson has admitted his experience with Liverpool would make him think twice about taking the England job next year.

Early pace-setters Swindon travel to Cheltenham on Saturday, while Bristol Rovers play host to Torquay.

Blackburn and Wolves resume hostilities just three months after they clashed on the final day of last season with relegation hanging over them.

Birmingham boss Chris Hughton has revealed Arsenal have not made any formal bids for Scott Dann.

Alex McLeish has indicated that he might be interested in signing Thomas Hitzlsperger to give Aston Villa more experience.

Leicester boss Sven Goran Eriksson is lining up an ambitious move to bring Robbie Keane to the club.

Roy Hodgson has left Owen Hargreaves to decide on whether he wants to accept West Brom's offer to join the club.

Exeter will entertain Liverpool in the second round of the Carling Cup, while Newcastle travel to Scunthorpe.

Exeter will entertain Liverpool in the second round of the Carling Cup, while Newcastle travel to Scunthorpe.

Exeter will entertain Liverpool in the second round of the Carling Cup, while Newcastle travel to Scunthorpe.

Exeter will entertain Liverpool in the second round of the Carling Cup, while Newcastle travel to Scunthorpe.

Exeter will entertain Liverpool in the second round of the Carling Cup, while Newcastle travel to Scunthorpe.

Roy Hodgson has played down expectations at West Brom after admitting they are operating on a tight budget.

Sky Sports News understands Arsenal have opened preliminary talks with Birmingham over Scott Dann.

Reports claim Birmingham owner Carson Yeung has been refused permission to visit the UK by a Hong Kong magistrate.

The Premier League and Football League will announce on Thursday whether any of this weekend's fixtures will be postponed.

The Premier League and Football League will announce on Thursday whether any of this weekend's fixtures will be postponed.

The Premier League and Football League will announce on Thursday whether any of this weekend's fixtures will be postponed.

Shane Long is targeting four points from the Republic of Ireland's two crucial Euro 2012 qualifiers next month.

A host of clubs are battling to land Barnsley striker Danny Haynes, skysports.com understands.

Nottingham Forest have signed Matt Derbyshire from Olympiakos on a three-year deal.

Notts County have had three bids for Tranmere striker Enoch Showunmi rejected, according to Rovers boss Les Parry.

Rangers target Wesley Verhoek will not sign for them after pulling out of a move to Nottingham Forest.

Nottingham Forest manager Steve McClaren was delighted to have come out on top in a "rollercoaster" Carling Cup derby against Notts County.

Nottingham Forest secured a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory following a 3-3 draw AET with Notts County in their Carling Cup first-round tie.

Nottingham Forest secured a 4-3 penalty shoot-out victory following a 3-3 draw AET with Notts County in their Carling Cup first-round tie.

Jay Rodriguez struck four goals to help Burnley beat Burton Albion 6-3 after extra-time in the Carling Cup first round at Turf Moor.

Ashley Grimes bagged a brace as Rochdale twice came from behind to beat Chesterfield 3-2 at Spotland.

Ipswich and Hull shocked at home, Leeds edge Bradford, Forest through on spot kicks after thriller.

Ipswich and Hull shocked at home, Leeds edge Bradford, Forest through on spot kicks after thriller.

Ryan Lowe struck twice in the final 15 minutes to sink Coventry 3-1 at Gigg Lane and send Bury into the Carling Cup second round.

Shrewsbury, Morecombe and Bury beat Championship teams as they knocked them out of the Carling Cup.

Jamie Murphy would not be a disappointed man if he does not leave Motherwell before the transfer window closes.

Jamie Murphy would not be a disappointed man if he does not leave Motherwell before the transfer window closes.

Simon Cox admits he would welcome the competition if West Brom complete a deal to sign Shane Long.

An inexperienced Wolves side were beaten 3-1 by local side Telford in their final pre-season friendly.

Skysports.com understands West Brom are poised to sign sought-after Reading striker Shane Long.

Birmingham have confirmed midfielder Michel has joined Getafe for an undisclosed fee.

Leicester have handed Michael Ball a 12-month deal after he impressed during pre-season.

Coventry City teenager Gael Bigirimana has been rewarded with a one-year contract extension at the Ricoh Arena.

Team news for Tuesday night's Carling Cup first-round clash between Bury and Coventry.

Team news ahead of Tuesday's Carling Cup first-round clash between Rochdale and Chesterfield at the Spotland Stadium.

Nottingham Forest's George Boateng says manager Steve McClaren will be a success at the City Ground

Manager Roy Hodgson admits West Brom striker Ishmael Miller looks likely to go to Nottingham Forest.

Manager Roy Hodgson admits West Brom striker Ishmael Miller looks likely to go to Nottingham Forest.

Sky Sports sources understand Nottingham Forest are set to win the race to sign ADO winger Wesley Verhoek.

Almeria have confirmed the sale of striker Kalu Uche to Swiss outfit Xamax for 4m euros (£3.5m) plus add-ons.

Darren Bent has confirmed a shoulder injury has sidelined him for England's friendly against Holland.

Sam Vokes, Andrew Crofts and James Collins have pulled out of the Wales squad to face Australia due to injury.

Sam Vokes, Andrew Crofts and James Collins have pulled out of the Wales squad to face Australia due to injury.

Somen Tchoyi bagged a stoppage-time equaliser as West Brom held Parma to a 1-1 pre-season friendly draw.

Notts County manager Martin Allen could not hide his delight after watching his side secure a 3-0 win at Carlisle.

Nigel Clough hailed Derby's spirit after they beat Birmingham, whose boss Chris Hughton thought his side were unlucky to lose.

Nigel Clough hailed Derby's spirit after they beat Birmingham, whose boss Chris Hughton thought his side were unlucky to lose.

Steve McClaren plans further transfer activity after a disappointing first game at Nottingham Forest.

Robbie Weir netted the only goal of the game as Tranmere enjoyed a winning start to their campaign against Chesterfield.

West Brom have completed the signing of Ipswich goalkeeper Marton Fulop on a one-year deal.

Adam Chambers showed his former bosses what they lost as his 30-yard scorcher gave Walsall a 1-0 win over Leyton Orient.

A Justin Richards double was not enough to secure an opening-day win for Burton as they drew 2-2 with Torquay at Plainmoor.

Notts County got their League One season off to a dream start as a dominant first-half effort set up a 3-0 win at Carlisle.

Chelsea, Tottenham and Liverpool all stepped up their preparations for the new season with victories, but Arsenal lost.

Steve McClaren's Nottingham Forest were held to a 0-0 draw by Barnsley in their Championship opener at the City Ground.

Birmingham manager Chris Hughton has confirmed an interest in former Villa striker John Carew.

Crystal Palace have bolstered their ranks with the loan signings of Aleksandar Tunchev and Peter Ramage.

Notts County manager Martin Allen has swooped to sign West Ham United striker Cristian Montano on a month's loan.

Mick McCarthy says Karl Henry will react positively to being replaced as Wolves captain by Roger Johnson.

Sheffield United have signed Wolves winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing on loan on the eve of the new season.

Birmingham have signed West Brom's Chris Wood on a month's youth loan to solve their striker crisis.

Birmingham have signed West Brom's Chris Wood on a month's youth loan to solve their striker crisis.

A host of Championship clubs have joined the race to sign Julio Arca, skysports.com understands.

Bradford boss Peter Jackson has signed Leicester defender Liam Moore on an initial month-long loan deal.

Team news ahead of Saturday's League Two clash between Torquay United and Burton Albion at Plainmoor.

The Premier League hopefuls will aim to put down a marker as the new Championship season begins this weekend.

Team news for Saturday's Championship clash between Nottingham Forest and Barnsley at the City Ground.

Champions League and Europa League draws for the final qualifying rounds take place on Friday.

Swansea boss Brendan Rodgers is contemplating whether to make another bid for Nottm Forest keeper Lee Camp.

Coventry have confirmed James McPake and David Bell have signed new deals ahead of the start of the season.

Sky Sports sources understand West Brom have accepted bids from Leicester and Forest for Ishmael Miller.

Sky Sports sources understand West Brom have accepted bids from Leicester and Forest for Ishmael Miller.

Sky Sports sources understand West Brom have accepted bids from Leicester and Forest for Ishmael Miller.

Sven Goran Eriksson believes it was imperative ambitious Leicester City spent big this summer on recruitment.

Leicester City have confirmed the signing of Switzerland midfielder Gelson Fernandes from St Etienne.

Roberto Di Matteo believes being sacked by West Brom may have actually benefited his career.

Sven Goran Eriksson fears striking target Shane Long is destined for the Premier League.

Sven Goran Eriksson fears striking target Shane Long is destined for the Premier League.

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has confirmed he wants to add more fresh faces to his squad this summer.

Aston Villa failed to impress as they lost 2-0 to Derby in a pre-season friendly at Pride Park on Wednesday night.

Swansea saw off Celtic on Wednesday, as Derby put a dent in Aston Villa's pre-season preparations.

Swansea saw off Celtic on Wednesday, as Derby put a dent in Aston Villa's pre-season preparations.

Skysports.com understands Nigerian forward Kalu Uche could move to Switzerland, rather than England.

Former Aston Villa and Stoke striker John Carew is being strongly linked with a move to the Championship.

Steve McClaren admits he is enduring his 'most frustrating pre-season' as he attempts to bolster his ranks.