Cole denies £200k contract claims

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted he could follow in the footsteps of David Beckham and one day move to the MLS.

Sir Alex Ferguson missed Manchester United's goalless pre-season draw with Valerenga on Sunday, as he looks to push through the signing of Arsenal captain Robin van Persie.

Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has denied claims he wants a new £200k contract, and says talks with the club over a new deal are still ongoing.

Liverpool forward Craig Bellamy is set for a medical at hometown club Cardiff City later this week, while Kevin Nolan is trying to persuade best pal Andy Carroll to leave Anfield, and join him at West Ham.

And finally, Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas says the club's valuation of Luka Modric is still yet to be met, so the Croatian midfielder will link-up with the rest of the first-team squad later this week.