Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has hailed the talents of Wayne Rooney but said he would not swap him for Fernando Torres if given the chance.

Michael Carrick believes David Beckham’s presence as a non-playing member of England’s World Cup party would be welcomed throughout the squad.

Bolton manager Owen Coyle has revealed his delighted that Gary Cahill has returned to training following a blood clot in his left arm.

Manchester United chief executive David Gill insists the club have “a sensible business strategy”, despite the furore over ownership.

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted there was a sense of panic at Manchester United when Rio Ferdinand suffered his most recent back scare.

Owen Coyle believes it would be foolish to try to predict the number of points that will keep Bolton in the Premier League this season.

Bolton manager Owen Coyle believes Kevin Davies will have given Fabio Capello “food for thought” with his performance at West Ham on Saturday.

Manchester United will move for out-of-contract Chelsea playmaker Joe Cole this summer, while David Moyes wants Gary Neville at Everton.

Antonio Valencia has brushed off the recent comparisons between himself and former Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo.

Fabio Capello hailed Peter Crouch after England’s win over Egpyt but argued he needed to see how Jermain Defoe and Wayne Rooney play together.