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Delhi Dynamos signed towering Belgian goalkeeper Van Hout for the inaugural season of the Indian Super League (ISL) that would be held October-December.

Douglas is seen as a candidate to fill the right-back spot of compatriot Daniel Alves, who the Blaugrana want to sell.

Former Newcastle United striker Michael Chopra, an Indian-origin English footballer confirmed his participation in the inaugural season of Indian Super League.

Aguero followed the lead of Manchester City team mates Kompany, Silva, Samir Nasri and Kolarov by signing a new long-term deal with the club.

Swansea have sold Chico Flores to Welsh club and Pablo Hernandez to Lekhwiya in Qatar.

Rodriguez, after moving from Monaco will be in the starting lineup for the European champions against Sevilla.

Second-half goals from Ramires and Cesc Fabregas gave Chelsea a 2-1 win at Ferencvaros in a game to mark the opening of the Hungarian side's new stadium in Budapest.

Cazorla and Ramsey, who both scored in the FA Cup triumph that ended Arsenal's nine-year trophy drought in May, also netted against City with well-taken first-half strikes.

Webb, who took control of the 2010 World Cup final, has been appointed Technical Director of Professional Game Match Officials Limited, ending his 25-year refereeing career.

Sanogo sent a message to Arsenal manager with a four-goal blast in a 5-1 victory over Benfica in the pre-season Emirates Cup.

Drogba will give Mourinho a tried and tested formula in attack, where he will be vying for a place with Spanish duo Fernando Torres and new signing Diego Costa.

Guus Hiddink vowed on his first day as the Netherlands coach to put together a team that will play attractive but practical football.

Pique believes an "angry" Suarez will be desperate to prove himself when he has served out a four-month ban for a biting incident at the World Cup.

Barcelona striker Neymar says he is almost back to full fitness after his serious back injury suffered at the World Cup.

Rodgers was delighted with his side's positive response against Manchester City to edge out the Premier League champions in a New York friendly.

Speaking for the first time since Russia failed to progress from the group stages at the World Cup, coach Capello said he relies on being backed with enthusiasm and confidence.