Manchester Utd vs Arsenal Preview

Both Manchester United and Arsenal have a number of key players absent for this evening’s match.
Still sidelined for Man United are goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar and central defender Rio Ferdinand.
Ben Foster will keep his place in goal, with Johnny Evans being preferred to Wes Brown as partner to Nemanja Vidic at centre half.
Michael Carrick [...] http://cli.gs/4QBe0

Wolves vs Hull Match Preview

Stephen Ward and Greg Halford are back after injury for Mick McCarthy’s Wolverhampton Wanderers side, while Hull boss Phil Brown will recall a number of big names after resting several players in midweek.
Boaz Myhill will be back between the sticks in place of Tony Warner, while at least six other players will be dropped, including [...] http://cli.gs/7JmMM

Tottenham vs Birmingham City Preview

Striker Christian Benitez is likely to start for Alex McLeish’s Birmingham City as they travel to current league leaders Tottenham Hotspur.
Benitez hasn’t yet started a league match for Birmingham, but with Cameron Jerome nursing an ankle injury, the Ecuador striker will partner James McFadden in attack.
Also back in contention for Birmingham is ex-Liverpool defender Gregory [...] http://cli.gs/e6tre

Stoke vs Sunderland Team and Injuries

Stoke City’s new signing, defender Robert Huth will be named in Tony Pulis’ squad, while Sunderland could hand a first Premiership start of the season to midfielder Andy Reid.
Reid was impressive in Sunderland’s midweek Carling Cup match and his much improved fitness levels may persuade Sunderland boss Steve Bruce to start the player in favour [...] http://cli.gs/b5gAE

Bolton vs Liverpool Match Preview

Bolton Wanderers look set to name an unchanged side against Liverpool, who will hand a debut to new defensive signing Sotirios Krygiakos.
Krygiakos will replace Martin Skrtel is the centre of defence as Skrtel’s jaw injury is not clearing up as quickly as Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez would like.
Krygiakos will partner Jamie Carragher in central defence.
WIth [...] http://cli.gs/tZEUZ

Blackburn v West Ham Utd Preview

New Blackburn signing Pascal Chimbonda may start for Sam Allardyce’s side against a West Ham team who are likely to remain unchanged from the one that lost 2-1 to Tottenham.
Blackburn Rovers will have midfielder David Dunn back in contention, while striker Benni McCarthy has overcome an ankle problem and could start in tandem with new [...] http://cli.gs/nb2sh

Chelsea v Burnley Team Preview

Back in contention for Carlo Ancelotti’s Chelsea is the versatile Juliano Belletti while Richard Eckersley is suspended for Owen Coyle’s Burnley side.
Eckersley was sent off in Burnley’s midweek Carling Cup clash and is suspended for one game.
Returning however is MIchael Duff, who has overcome an ankle injury and may deputise in the heart of defence [...] http://cli.gs/E4srB

Bilyaletdinov Signs With Everton

Everton have signed Lokomotiv Moscow winger Diniyar Bilyaletdinov on a five year contract.
The fee for the 24 year old Russia international has not been disclosed and he will join up with his Everton teammates once his visa application is approved.
Everton chief executive Robert Elstone is quoted on the official Everton website saying :
“We are delighted [...] http://cli.gs/uPg25

City Sign Sylvinho On One Year Deal

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Sylvinho on a one year deal.
The left back, who spent two seasons with Arsenal, was released by Barcelona at the end of last season.
The 35 year has twice won the Champions League and has three La Liga medals to his name.
City boss Mark Hughes commented on the official [...] http://cli.gs/Yb2yR

Liverpool vs Aston Villa Preview

Daniel Agger is out for Liverpool, while Aston Villa have defensive injuries of their own.
Agger requires surgery on a back problem and will be missing for six weeks.
Also doubtful is centre back Martin Skrtel, who has a fractured jaw, so new signing Sotirios Krygiakos is favourite to partner Jamie Carragher in the centre of defence.
Insua [...] http://cli.gs/Mh2TA

West Ham v Tottenham Betting Tips

Tottenham have got off to a flier this season, impressing against both Liverpool and Hull so far. In their last three matches at West Ham, they’ve drawn one and won two and I’ve a feeling this one could go the same way.
Under Gianfranco Zola, West Ham do have a good balance of skill and steel, [...] http://cli.gs/AGgSb

Krygiakos Signs Two Year Liverpool Deal

30 year old central defender Sotirios Krygiakos has moved from AEK Athens to Liverpool on a two year deal.
The player himself said of the move :
“I am very happy to have this chance at Liverpool. I know I had just signed a new contract with AEK.
“But although it was a good contract, you never stop [...] http://cli.gs/QNpT2

Everton Get Work Permit For Banega

Everton have secured a work permit for Argentine midfielder Ever Banega.
Banega will join the Merseyside club on a season long loan from Valencia and is expected to play the creative midfield role.
Everton boss David Moyes commented :
“Our application for a work permit has been passed and hopefully we will get to see him in a [...] http://cli.gs/E8zbN