Liverpool's new manager will be given time to build the club back up again but must show progress towards a top-four challenge, says Ian Ayre.

Jamie Carragher says Liverpool must focus on reclaiming a place back in the top four before thinking about launching a bid for the title.

Patrick Vieira has predicted Manchester City's title triumph will be the start of a sustained period of success for the club.

Arsenal should have tied up Robin van Persie on a new deal long ago but do still have time to keep the sought-after forward, according to former Gunners captain Patrick Vieira.

David Gill is confident Manchester United will be able to challenge their big-spending noisy neighbours in the transfer market this summer.

Roma striker Bojan Krkic is attracting interest from England and Germany, according to the Spain international's father.

Craig Gordon claims there is a possibility that he will pen a new deal at Sunderland, but is keeping his open options after becoming a free agent.

Marton Fulop accepts his time at The Hawthorns is over following a dismal performance in West Brom's final-day defeat to Arsenal.

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan has given Liverpool permission to speak to manager Roberto Martinez, following an approach from the Carling Cup winners.The Anfield side are seeking a manager following Wednesday's departure of Kenny Dalglish.

Norwich have confirmed the departures of defender Zak Whitbread and forward Aaron Wilbraham, as well as three youngsters.