England striker Emile Heskey announces his retirement from international football.

Former assistant to Carlos Alberto Parreira, Pitso Mosimane, is named as the new coach of South Africa.

Brendan Rodgers has been offered the vacant managerial post at Swansea City, BBC Sport Wales understands.

Chris Eagles considers a move to Rangers after Burnley accept the Glasgow club’s offer for the winger.

Manchester City completes the £24m capture of Spain international winger David Silva from Valencia.

Wigan Athletic sign Oman international keeper Ali Al Habsi on a season-long loan from Bolton.

Wayne Rooney defeats an attempt by his former agents to sue him for £4.3m in a payments dispute.

Fiorentina say Poland goalkeeper Artur Boruc has completed his transfer from Celtic for an undisclosed fee.

Brazilian club Fluminense are set to confirm the signing of Juliano Belletti following his release by Chelsea.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson backs striker Wayne Rooney to bounce back after his poor form for England at the World Cup.