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Clubs root for Pompey in taxman battle

Sol Campbell is alleged to have had an image rights contract with Portsmouth worth £1.67m a year. Photograph: Michael Mayhew/Sportsphoto/Allstar Portsmouth will be cheered on by the rest of Britain’s professional clubs when they defend themselves against the taxman in the high court next Tuesday. Every UK football club – as well as those in [...]

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McGeady still a target for Spartak Moscow

Celtic’s Aiden McGeady wants to play at a higher level, but is not keen on a transfer to Spartak Moscow. Photograph: Carl Recine/Action Images Aiden McGeady’s reluctance to move to Russia is to be severely tested, with Spartak Moscow showing no intention of ending their six-month pursuit of the Celtic winger. Spartak’s technical director, Evgeniy [...]

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Liverpool fail to sign Young from Villa

Luke Young’s proposed move to Liverpool from Aston Villa has fallen through amid suggestions the player did not want to move north. Photograph: Neal Simpson/EMPICS Sport Luke Young’s proposed transfer to Liverpool collapsed today, leaving the full-back facing an uncertain future at Aston Villa. Liverpool had agreed a £2.5m fee with Villa on Tuesday for [...]

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