John Toshack is set to announce his resignation as Wales manager at a media conference on Thursday.

Southampton withdraw their offer to Scunthorpe boss Nigel Adkins to become their new manager, according to Iron chairman Steve Wharton.

Former Liverpool and Lyon boss Gerard Houllier is named the new manager of Aston Villa.

England coach Fabio Capello confirms he will stand down from the role after Euro 2012.

Everton defender Phil Jagielka believes Wayne Rooney can cope with any abuse from fans if he plays for Manchester United against the Merseyside club on Saturday.

Manchester City forward Mario Balotelli is to undergo knee surgery that could keep him out of action for six weeks.

Huddersfield Town striker Theo Robinson is set to join Millwall on a loan deal until December.

Leicester City close in on a loan deal for Hull City defender Kamil Zayatte.

Yeovil Town sign Bristol City midfielder Gavin Williams for a third time on a three-month loan deal.

Hearts and Scotland suffer a blow as a scan reveals that defender Lee Wallace has suffered a cruciate ligament injury.

Stephen McManus insists Scotland's last-gasp victory over Liechtenstein was down to character rather than luck.

Crystal Palace secure the services of Everton striker James Vaughan on a three-month loan deal.

Maurice Edu hopes to make a long-awaited impact in the Champions League when Rangers face Manchester United.

Watford say Saracens have failed to meet a deadline regarding a decision on their future at Vicarage Road.

Real Madrid keen on Emmanuel Adebayor, plus other rumours