Malaysian consortium given tour of Toon

10:56pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

The sale of Newcastle could have moved a step closer after a group of Asian businessmen were shown around the club on Thursday.

Permit boost for Milijas

8:43pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Wolves have announced Serbia midfielder Nenad Milijas has been granted a work permit.

Anderson adds weight to Ashes claims

7:17pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

James Anderson signalled his determination to play a key role in the Ashes with a timely display for England to help them take control of their warm-up match against Warwickshire.

Williams sisters to meet in final

6:12pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Serena Williams fought back from the brink of a shock defeat to set up another Wimbledon final with her sister Venus after victory over Elena Dementieva in the longest women's semi-final in history.

Jack in the bag for Gunners

5:51pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Arsenal have tied up promising teenager Jack Wilshere on a new long-term contract as the Gunners continue to look to the future.

Mowbray makes moves

5:25pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Tony Mowbray has begun moves to put his own stamp on Celtic by releasing Paul Hartley and Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink as he awaits an answer from Marc-Antoine Fortune.

Mowbray makes moves

5:24pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Tony Mowbray has begun moves to put his own stamp on Celtic by releasing Paul Hartley and Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink as he awaits an answer from Marc-Antoine Fortune.

Serena survives semi scare

4:51pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Serena Williams fought back from the brink of a shock defeat to stay on course for a third Wimbledon title with victory over Elena Dementieva in the longest women's semi-final in history.

Vidic agent plays down exit talk

4:05pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Nemanja Vidic's agent has quashed speculation the Manchester United defender will leave Old Trafford this summer.

Gordon wants place back

3:45pm Thursday 2nd July 2009

Sunderland goalkeeper Craig Gordon has warned Marton Fulop he is ready to fight for his place after putting an injury nightmare behind him.