Football News – Ilicic passes Chelsea audition, Fergie keen on Udinese ace, Celtic star wanted by Alan Pardew

Liverpool heaped more pressure on Andre Villas-Boas after knocking them out of the Carling Cup. It is the 2nd time in 9 days that the Reds have defeated Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and more worrying for the Blues fans it is their 3rd defeat in four games at home. The Chelsea manager believes there is too much tension among the home support and it is affecting performances on the pitch.

Elsewhere in the news Joey Barton reveals the reason for his Newcastle exit; Wayne Rooney wants to break United scoring record, while Harry Redknapp talks up Tottenham’s chances.

News

Bolton can’t afford January spree

Drogba rejects new Chelsea deal

Redknapp talks up Spurs’ chances

Barton reveals reason for Newcastle exit

Rooney wants United scoring record

Nzonzi gets three-match ban

Liverpool heap more pressure on Villas-Boas

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Transfer Talk

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Lille star reveals his Premier League “dream” – Mirror

Manchester United join the race for in-demand Schalke midfielder Fuch – Daily Mail

Juventus join Man United and Chelsea in eyeing Udinese defender – TalkSport

Newcastle chase Celtic skipper – Mirror

Ilicic passes Chelsea audition as Blues monitor £25m-rated Palermo star again – Daily Mail

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