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Clough takes over as Derby boss

Nigel Clough leaves Burton after 10 years in charge to become the new manager of Derby. Read more.

Murray eases to victory in Qatar

Andy Murray makes a comfortable start to his Qatar Open title defence with a straight-sets victory over Albert Montanes. Read more.

Pompey accept Spurs bid for Defoe

Jermain Defoe looks set to return to Tottenham Hotspur after Portsmouth accept a bid for the England striker. Read more.

Tevez issues warning to Man Utd

Carlos Tevez reiterates his desire to stay at Manchester United but says he will leave if his ongoing contract negotiations are not sorted out. Read more.

Giggs hints at Man Utd retirement

Manchester United's Ryan Giggs has hinted that he could retire at the end of the season. Read more.

Benitez relaxed on Reds transfers

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez says he is unlikely to do any major transfer deals in January. Read more.

Rangers open to Blues' Boyd offer

Rangers will consider selling striker Kris Boyd to Birmingham, if the St Andrews club increase their £3m bid. Read more.

Hull happy to let Windass leave

Dean Windass is set to leave Hull after being told he is no longer needed at the KC Stadium. Read more.

Beckham makes bow in AC Milan win

England's David Beckham plays 45 minutes on his AC Milan debut as the Serie A side run out winners on penalties against Hamburg. Read more.

McGeady accepts Celtic sanctions

Aiden McGeady will not dispute the fine and first-team suspension imposed by Celtic for a breach of club discipline. Read more.

England discord worries Butcher

The former England opener and Surrey captain Mark Butcher says England must beware of the fall-out from the row between captain Kevin Pietersen and coach Peter Moores. Read more.