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The top clubs have declined to release their players as they feel the tournament will ruin the existence of I-League games.

The 26-year-old Uruguayan was prolific for Napoli last season, as he fired home 36 goals in all competitions.

Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti has revealed that he is recovering well from his achilles surgery and has never pondered retirement.

Collymore has warned the Belgian striker that he could end up sitting on the bench which would further hamper his chances for the 2014 World Cup, if he crosses his boss Lambert.

James McCarthy and Marc-Antoine Fortune scored in the second half as Wigan Athletic defeated the Columbus Crew 2-1 in an exhibition match.

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez feels that Kaka is still one of the greats of the game and is optimistic Carlo Ancelotti can reignite the player's career.

According to reports Liverpool are poised for Suarez transfer talks with Arsenal if Gunners offer 40m pounds for the striker.

Real extended their new policy of snapping up promising home-grown talent by paying 38 million euros to buy Asier Illarramendi.

Chelsea will match Rooney's wages in a five-year deal worth a staggering 60 million pounds, if the striker forces his way out of United.

According to reports, Real will sell Xabi once they wrap up a deal for Real Sociedad midfielder Asier Illarramendi.

Chelsea and Manchester City have lost out in the race to sign Edinson Cavani as he is reportedly set to join Paris Saint-Germain.

Real Madrid have spent 72 million euros so far this summer while Barcelona have roped in Brazilian ace Neymar.

German star Podolski is determined to fight for a spot against the likes of Higuain and French frontman Olivier Giroud.

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The former Barca coach is convinced the combination can work and do wonders for the Spanish giants.

The suspension could prevent Cameroon playing a key World Cup qualifier on September 6 against Libya.