Scharner snubs Sunderland

The chances of Paul Scharner increased slightly last night as the versatile Austrian turned down a £6m move to Sunderland. Scharner, who can play in defence or midfield, has made it plain that he wants a new challenge away from the JJB Stadium and won’t be...

Brede still an Arsenal target

The Guardian claims that, despite Arsenal closing in on a deal for the Ajax centre back Thomas Vermaelen, Brede Hangeland still remains a transfer target for Arsene Wenger. The paper’s report offers no new information from the usual tittle-tattle that has linked...

Brown revives TPS Turku

Gav Stone has a new post up at the excellent Les Rosbifs chronicling the fortunes of our very own Wayne Brown on loan at TPS Turku. TPS have something of a revival – their 0-0 draw with IFK Mariehamm was a big result and has formed part of a four-match unbeaten...

Fulham interested in Smith

This report names Fulham as one of a number of clubs keen on signing Alan Smith. However, the quotes from the 28 year-old suggest that he’d rather stay at Newcastle. My intention is to stay at the club and help Newcastle back into the Premier League. If Alan...

Fulham fancy van Nistelrooy

Fulham are reportedly ready to launch an astonishing raid for Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy. Yesterday’s People suggested that the Dutch forward has been told he can leave the Bernabeu for a knock-down fee in order to help Real finance their move for...