Soccer News

Dunne agrees new contract at Manchester City

Republic of Ireland International Richard Dunne has signed a new four-year contract at Manchester City. The City captain had aroused interest from other Premier League outfit but new manager Mark Hughes is delighted that the defender has pledged his future to the club.

Kewell misses Olympics to sign with Galatasaray

Former Liverpool star Harry Kewell has passed up the opportunity to play for Australia at the Beijing Olympics to pursue a club career with Turkey´s Galatasaray.

Atletico sign Coupet from Lyon

June Spain´s Atletico Madrid on Friday signed French international goalkeeper Gregory Coupet from champions Lyon for 1.5 million euros, Lyon announced.

Ronaldinho will not be sold at a discount, says Barcelona

Barcelona warned Friday that it would not sell its Brazilian striker Ronaldinho, who has been deemed surplus by the Spanish side´s new coach Pep Guardiola, at a discount.

Taylor extends Newcastle deal

Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor has signed a new three-year contract with the club.