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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 1:20 pm

Enigmatic Keane remains centre stage (AFP)

Roy Keane, seen here, may have walked away from Sunderland but he remained firmly centre stage on Friday, as Premier League managers and pundits contemplated what comes next for one of the game's most enigmatic figures.(AFP/File/Craig Brough)AFP - Roy Keane may have walked away from Sunderland but he remained firmly centre stage on Friday, as Premier League managers and pundits contemplated what comes next for one of the game's most enigmatic figures.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 1:07 pm

Honda boss upbeat over team sale

Honda team chief Nick Fry says three serious potential bidders for the Formula One team have already approached him.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:56 pm

Strachan named manager of month

Celtic's Gordon Strachan wins the Clydesdale Bank manager of the month award for November after a scintillating run of victories.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:44 pm

Giants' Pierce to meet with NYC investigators (AP)

New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce listens to a question during a news conference at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008.Pierce didn't know New York Giants teammate Plaxico Burress was carrying a gun last weekend until it accidentally discharged, injuring the receiver in the right thigh, Pierce's attorney said.  (AP Photo/Mike Derer)AP - Antonio Pierce is finally going to talk to investigators about what he did on the night Plaxico Burress shot himself.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:44 pm

Fans still love De La Hoya -- for now, anyway

Oscar De La Hoya cannot afford to lose his fight with Manny Pacquiao.
Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:34 pm

Global crisis ends Honda F1 era

Japanese car giant Honda is quitting Formula One, blaming the world economic crisis.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:30 pm

Petty Enterprises won't return in 2009

SI.com has learned that Petty Enterprises top operation will not return in 2009. The organization will merge with George Gillett, giving that team its fourth car. No word on the future association with Petty Enterprises and Boston Ventures, although Boston Ventures may maintain some involvement in the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:25 pm

Keane could be gone for good: Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson says there is no guarantee Roy Keane will return to football after seeing the former Manchester United captain walk out on his job as Sunderland manager just 48 hours...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:25 pm

Andy Staples: Will Big 12 title game produce more black magic?

Sooners, beware. The Big 12 title game rarely follows the script. In fact, the team with a clear path to the national title game usually loses, says Andy Staples.
Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:19 pm

Records mean nothing to title-chasing Scolari

Luiz Felipe Scolari has warned his Chelsea stars that records will count for nothing if they don't win the Premier League title. A victory for Scolari's side at Bolton on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 12:00 pm

Olympic high jump champion Hellebaut retires

Belgium was left lamenting the loss of yet another top athlete Friday after reigning Olympic high jump champion Tia Hellebaut announced her retirement from the sport. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 11:53 am

De la Hoya prepared for Pacquiao

Oscar de la Hoya says he has trained for "King Kong" ahead of Saturday's super-fight with Manny Pacquiao.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 11:32 am

Honda Leaves Formula One Racing

Honda disbanded its renowned Formula One team in a startling pullout that has its origins in the dismal state of the auto industry.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 11:28 am

Eduardo close to Arsenal return

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Eduardo will be playing "as soon as possible" after recovering from his broken leg.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 10:59 am

F1 boss Ecclestone: Honda pullout a 'wake-up call'

Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone says Honda's withdrawal from the sport provides a "wake-up call" to overspending teams. Ecclestone has spent much of the year campaigning with FIA...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 10:45 am

Honda F1 chief hopeful of finding new buyer

The chief executive of Honda's Formula One team says he is hopeful the team will find a new buyer and be on the starting grid in 2009. Honda CEO Nick Fry says "one or two global players"
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 10:30 am

Two arrested over Mido chanting

Two men will appear in court charged with racial chanting aimed at Middlesbrough striker Mido during the 0-0 draw against Newcastle.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 10:18 am

Analysis: Sabathia Is Keeping Yanks’ Offer in His Pocket

The reason C.C. Sabathia has not accepted a six-year, $140 million contract offer from the Yankees, say those who know him, is that his first choice is not New York.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 10:03 am

Middlesex wait on Indian summit

Middlesex will discover the future of the postponed Champions League cricket tournament in India on 12 December.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 9:28 am

Thornton, Sharks beat Jackets for 9th straight win

Thornton scored the go-ahead goal with 12:19 left, and Evgeni Nabokov made 29 saves to help San Jose beat Columbus 3-2 on Thursday night for its ninth straight victory. The Sharks are...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:58 am

Thornton, Sharks beat Jackets for 9th straight win (AP)

San Jose Sharks goaltender Evgeni Nabokov, of Russia, left, catches the puck in front of Columbus Blue Jackets' Derick Brassard and Sharks' Dan Boyle in the first period of an NHL hockey game on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/George Nikitin)AP - Joe Thornton and the NHL-leading San Jose Sharks toyed with the Columbus Blue Jackets before finishing them off in the third period.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:58 am

Avery meets with Bettman, awaits suspension length

Sean Avery suddenly stopped talking and waited to hear if commissioner Gary Bettman's words would sting as much as those uttered by the NHL's most notorious pest. Avery spent three hours
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:57 am

Armstrong doesn't think hate to stop with return

Lance Armstrong doesn't expect the relentless doping allegations or his sour relationship with the French to improve just because he's making a cycling comeback. But the seven-time Tour...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:56 am

Gators' speed vs. 'Bama's power in SEC title game

Then again, it might not be a good idea to try to go toe-to-toe with Alabama, which can pound teams into the ground with massive front lines and hard-nosed tailbacks. Saturday's...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:54 am

Gators' speed vs. 'Bama's power in SEC title game (AP)

In this Nov. 1, 2008 file photo, Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, right, runs for third-quarter yardage as Georgia linebacker Darryl Gamble moves in to make the tackle during an NCAA college football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Tebow has no regrets about choosing the Gators over Alabama, but with the two teams meeting in the SEC title game, he can't help but wonder what if.  (AP Photo/Phil Coale, File)AP - Don't get caught up in a race with those Florida Gators, who can dart to the edges and wave goodbye if a defender doesn't react awfully quick.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:54 am

Giants' Pierce to meet with NYC investigators

Antonio Pierce is finally going to talk to investigators about what he did on the night Plaxico Burress shot himself. Pierce and Josyann Abisaab, the doctor who treated Burress after he...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:52 am

LT, Rivers help Bolts keep dominance of Raiders

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:32 am

Spurs cruise to victory over Nuggets (Reuters)

Reuters - The high-scoring trio of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili led the San Antonio Spurs to a 108-91 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:24 am

Rutgers 63, Louisville 14: It’s Teel’s Night: 447 Yards, 7 Touchdowns

The Scarlet Knights were leading Louisville by seven touchdowns by the time quarterback Mike Teel exited the game with a team-record 447 yards passing.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:19 am

M.L.B. Roundup: Red Sox Sign New Pitcher

The Red Sox have landed another Japanese pitcher, completing their contract with the right-hander Junichi Tazawa.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:18 am

After meeting, Bettman still undecided on Avery

Sean Avery surged past camera crews and reporters Thursday, choosing to save his comments this time for NHL commissioner Gary Bettman during a three-hour disciplinary hearing.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:17 am

Judge Is Asked to Let Players Finish Up N.F.L. Season

The players union is seeking to overturn the suspensions of five players who tested positive for a masking agent for steroids that is also found in a weight-loss pill.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:17 am

Pierce Deflects Questions With the Police on Deck

Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce said he will play against Philadelphia this week, but declined to discuss “any event that happened Friday or Saturday morning.”


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:16 am

Mayor Finds Calm East of the Hudson

New York Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg joked Thursday about the difficulties faced by the Giants during a news conference on Thursday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:16 am

N.F.L. Roundup: Jets Say Ellis Will Play Despite Marijuana Charge

Jets defensive end Shaun Ellis, the team’s sack leader, has been charged in New Jersey with marijuana possession, speeding and driving without insurance.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:15 am

Canadiens 6, Rangers 2: Canadiens Celebrate by Beating Rangers

Steve Begin and Maxim Lapierre each had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens celebrated their 99th birthday with a victory over the Rangers on Thursday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:14 am

Mobley Undergoing More Heart Tests

Knicks officials remain concerned that a heart ailment called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy may end Cuttino Mobley’s career.


Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:13 am

Teel's 447 yards lead Rutgers' rout of Louisville

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:06 am

Jets DE Ellis charged with possession of marijuana

Jets defensive end Shaun Ellis was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana, speeding and driving without insurance.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

No. 6 Oklahoma defeats USC, 73-72

Dwight Lewis led the Trojans with 25 points.

. -- Not even a cheap shot could keep Blake Griffin from leading No. 6 Oklahoma to another victory.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

The truth is, USC football isn't the same without Norm Chow

If Chow, now at UCLA, did not leave USC in 2005 after a personality clash with Coach Pete Carroll, the Trojans could have played for three more national titles.

It is a truth that most USC fans have either avoided or denied, and who can blame them?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Kings players don't offer a lot of support for Sean Avery

The former King and current Dallas player was suspended for making crude remarks. There is a question as to how much the NHL Players Assn. will back him. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Minority coaching scene hasn't gotten any better

While Charlie Weis gets another season at Notre Dame, black coaches see their number dwindle.

Thought: Notre Dame should keep Charlie Weis. And barring a monumentally terrible season next fall or some ugly off-field issue, he should remain exactly where he is for a good while more. So three cheers for Mr. Weis.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

All of the Lakers need to be on guard

It's not only the point guards who are responsible for defensive breakdowns.

It's going to take all the Lakers, not just the point guards, to slow down ballhandlers who have given the Lakers trouble, Derek Fisher said after practice Thursday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Washington to offer head-coaching job to USC's Steve Sarkisian

The offensive coordinator says he has spoken to Washington officials but has not received an offer. USC offensive...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Life is Rosy for Rick Neuheisel

UCLA coach has had some of his greatest moments in the Pasadena stadium, and he's looking for one more Saturday against USC.

It was the season opener -- his first game back in college football -- and Rick Neuheisel's team had fallen behind Tennessee at halftime.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Boxing still has a fighting chance

Mixed martial arts is rapidly growing, but the money generated by top-name boxers still dwarfs their rival.

Billy Baxter has won -- and lost -- millions wagering on everything from boxing and billiards to football and poker.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Bruins can't stop A.J. Abrams in road loss

Longhorns guard scores 31 points to lead the way as UCLA shows glimpses of what it might become but can't close the deal. Darren Collison leads the Bruins with 22 points.

A few more points. Two or three fewer breakdowns on defense.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Minority coaching scene hasn't gotten any better

While Charlie Weis gets another season at Notre Dame, black coaches see their number dwindle. Thought: Notre Dame...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Bob Arum wants to make boxing more visible

Promoter says getting fights back on network television is key to keeping the sport popular.

Boxing has quietly undertaken a pilot program that, in the face of competition from mixed martial arts, may serve as a business model for its future.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Bruins can't stop A.J. Abrams in road loss

Longhorns guard scores 31 points to lead the way as UCLA shows glimpses of what it might become but can't close the deal. Darren Collison leads the Bruins with 22 points. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

No. 6 Oklahoma defeats USC, 73-72

Dwight Lewis led the Trojans with 25 points. . -- Not even a cheap shot could keep Blake Griffin from leading...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Washington to offer head-coaching job to USC's Steve Sarkisian

The offensive coordinator says he has spoken to Washington officials but has not received an offer.

USC offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian will be offered the job as Washington's head coach, a source with knowledge of the situation said Thursday.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Phil Jackson says travel will hold Lakers wins under 70

Text messages from press row.

Citing the travel demands of a team based on the West Coast, Phil Jackson says the Lakers won't win 70 games this season. . . .
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Auburn AD: Tuberville's departure 'his decision'

Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs said Thursday he was shocked when Tommy Tuberville resigned as football coach.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:58 am

Judge to hear NFL players' case over suspensions

The NFL Players Association filed a lawsuit Thursday to block five of the six player suspensions for violating the league's anti-doping policy.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:57 am

Cox: What message should we take from NHL's suspension of words?

Sean Avery was suspended indefinitely for crude off-the-ice comments about his ex. But when it comes to words and thoughts and morality in pro sports, whose rules apply? Who are we protecting, exactly?
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:54 am

Sunderland begin hunt for manager

Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn begins the search for a new team boss as Sam Allardyce is installed as the bookmakers' favourite.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:44 am

Report: Yanks' Cashman meets Boras, CC next

Yankees GM Brian Cashman met Thursday with agent Scott Boras and planned to get together this weekend with pitcher CC Sabathia.
Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:25 am

Holley hopes for top Ospreys role

Ospreys caretaker coach Sean Holley says he would love the chance to become his home region's new head coach.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 7:18 am

Abrams helps No. 8 Texas hold off No. 9 UCLA

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Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 6:46 am

Friday's gossip column

Allardyce keen on Sunderland post, plus other rumours
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2008 | 6:43 am

Broadcasting adds an extra dimension

Chargers-Raiders game goes off with only minor glitches in 3-D Excuse me, there's a San Diego Chargers cheerleader...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 6:22 am

Boxing still has a fighting chance

Mixed martial arts is rapidly growing, but the money generated by top-name boxers still dwarfs their rival. Billy...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 6:20 am

The truth is, USC football isn't the same without Norm Chow

If Chow, now at UCLA, did not leave USC in 2005 after a personality clash with Coach Pete Carroll, the Trojans could have played for three more national titles. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 6:00 am

Phil Jackson says travel will hold Lakers wins under 70

Text messages from press row. Citing the travel demands of a team based on the West Coast, Phil Jackson says the Lakers won't win 70...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 5:40 am

LT, Rivers lead Chargers to 34-7 win over Raiders (AP)

San Diego Chargers' LaDainian Tomlinson is pushed out of bounds by Oakland Raiders' Nnamdi Asomugha on a 6-yard gain during the first quarter of an NFL football game Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)AP - LaDainian Tomlinson can still run the ball and his San Diego Chargers finally looked like world-beaters.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 5:31 am

Rivers throws three TDs as Chargers rout Raiders 34-7 (Reuters)

Reuters - The San Diego Chargers dominated division rivals Oakland 34-7 on Thursday to keep their slim postseason hopes alive.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 5:26 am

Nowitzki, Barea lead Mavs past Suns (AP)

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41,) of Germany, attempts a shot over Phoenix Suns guard Raja Bell, lower right, as forward Amare Stoudemire, upper right, defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)AP - Maybe it was facing buddy Steve Nash. Maybe it was having two point guards in the starting lineup. Maybe it was the way Phoenix kept switching defenders against him without ever finding a stopper.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 5:16 am

Shorthanded Bruins roll on

Running out of bodies on defense at about the same rate America's Big Three automakers are running out of cash, the Bruins last night were forced to hurry two more models through development - Matt Lashoff...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2008 | 5:00 am

Cardinals acquire Greene

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Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 4:02 am

Giants make Edgar Renteria their new shortstop (AP)

In this Aug. 25, 2008 file photo, Detroit Tigers shortstop Edgar Renteria stretches out to catch a fly ball hit by Cleveland Indians' Grady Sizemore in the 10th inning of a baseball game in Detroit.  Renteria will become the second free agent to join the San Francisco Giants in as many days, with the team expected to announce Thursday Dec. 4, 2008 that he will replace 11-time Gold Glove shortstop Omar Vizquel.  Renteria will receive an $18.5 million, two-year contract. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)AP - Edgar Renteria is back in the National League, where he thinks he best belongs.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 3:06 am

Feds rewrite Bonds indictment, drop four counts

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Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 2:59 am

UConn survives Buffalo, 68-64 (AP)

Connecticut guard Kemba Walker, right, leaps to pass the ball around Buffalo guard Greg Gamble during the first half of an NCAA college men's basketball game in Amherst, N.Y. on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008. (AP Photo/Don Heupel)AP - Hasheem Thabeet had 21 points and 18 rebounds, Jeff Adrien added 18 points, and No. 2 Connecticut survived a big scare, holding off Buffalo 66-64 on Thursday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2008 | 2:42 am

Lawyer: Giants' Pierce will cooperate with police

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Source: SI.com | 5 Dec 2008 | 2:41 am

Avery awaits ruling after 3-hour hearing

Suspended Sean Avery has met with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman for about three hours at a disciplinary hearing to discuss derogatory comments the Dallas Stars forward made earlier this week.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2008 | 11:37 pm

NFLPA sues to block five of six drug suspensions

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Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2008 | 10:03 pm

Auburn's AD: Tuberville's resignation a surprise

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Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2008 | 9:49 pm

Ian Thomsen: Blazers' Roy knows all the angles

The Blazers are rising fast because Brandon Roy is slowing them down.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2008 | 4:38 pm

Reports: Manager Roy Keane leaves Sunderland

Roy Keane has reportedly left as Sunderland manager following weeks of rumors that he had lost interest and motivation.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2008 | 12:16 pm

Leader Barcelona faces third-place Valencia

Spanish league leader Barcelona bids to continue its spectacular form and increase its advantage over a title rival when it hosts third-place Valencia on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2008 | 12:12 pm

Madrid's De la Red may have heart anomaly

A heart anomaly is likely to have caused Real Madrid midfielder Ruben de la Red to collapse during a match in October, according to a panel of experts called in by the club.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2008 | 12:11 pm

Super Mario not for sale, say Inter

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti insists Mario Balotelli, a reported target for Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea, is not for sale.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2008 | 11:25 am