Football Blog

Goalkeeper David James has intimated that he may be prepared to take a pay-cut to extend his career at Portsmouth.

David Wright remains hopeful of being offered a new contract, but Ben Thatcher has left Ipswich Town.

Gareth Barry has hailed the composure of team-mate Wayne Bridge after his Stamford Bridge ordeal.

Doncaster Rovers are waiting to see if an injection will help midfielder Brian Stock’s back problem.

Marc Wilson is relishing the opportunity to put club troubles to one side as he makes his Ireland debut.

Ian Holloway will wait until the summer before deciding which players will be offered new contracts.

Sir Alex Ferguson expects Man Utd striker Michael Owen to be out for a few weeks with a hamstring injury.

Djibril Cisse has been added to the France squad for Wednesday’s friendly against Spain.

Barnsley duo Stephen Foster and Luke Potter have signed new deals, but Jay Rodriguez is to return to Burnley.

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is doubtful for England’s friendly with Egypt on Wednesday.