Premiership News

Brown disappointed by exit
Phil Brown has claimed he was 'very disappointed' at Hull City's decision to relieve him of his managerial duties.

Huddlestone pens new deal
Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2015.

Tigers confirm Brown exit
Hull City have confirmed Phil Brown has been relieved of his duties and been placed on gardening leave.

Rafa reveals Reds concern
Rafa Benitez fears for the long-term future of Liverpool if new, responsible owners cannot be found.

Rovers suffer Robinson scare
Blackburn keeper Paul Robinson's season hangs in the balance as he awaits a scan on a calf injury.

Fox given rib all-clear
Danny Fox has been given the all-clear after suffering a suspected broken rib against Wolves at the weekend.

Liverpool v Portsmouth preview
Liverpool will expect to give their faltering top-four hopes a boost as they host Portsmouth.

Carrick wary of goal difference
Man United midfielder Michael Carrick would hold no qualms over winning the league on goal difference.

Robinson sets survival target
Paul Robinson feels another six points should be enough to see Bolton safe this season.

Laws vows to battle on
Brian Laws insists Burnley's dip in form has not swayed him from his belief that the club can stay up.

Hahnemann eyes new deal
Wolves goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann is confident that he will stay at Molineux beyond this season.

Anichebe - Europe a must
Striker Victor Anichebe says it would be a failure if Everton do not qualify for Europe this season.

Mensah makes mark on Gordon
Craig Gordon believes John Mensah has played a leading role in Sunderland's return to form.

Berbatov - Roo is world's best
Man United striker Dimitar Berbatov claims Wayne Rooney is currently the best player on the planet.

Agger - No room for error
Daniel Agger admits Liverpool cannot afford any more slip-ups in their efforts to secure a top-four finish.

Duffen hails historic Brown
Former Hull City chairman Paul Duffen insists Phil Brown's exit will not detract from his historic work.

Piquionne eyes Prem stay
Frederic Piquionne has announced his desire to secure a permanent switch to England over the summer.

Johnson admits Iwelumo defeat
Gary Johnson has admitted defeat in his attempts to retain Wolves striker Chris Iwelumo on loan.

Bendtner blasts Boateng
Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner has blasted George Boateng for his dangerous challenge on Bacary Sagna.

Carsley closing on return
Birmingham midfielder Lee Carsley is closing in on a return to full training after two months out.