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Midfielder believes mixing band of kids who've grown up together with established old heads can deliver glory in Brazil - and beyond Manchester United midfielder Cleverley believes the youthful core in Roy Hodgson's squad can seal qualification this autumn and go on to make a big impact at the final in Brazil next summer.

The versatile Manchester United man is set to feature from the off against the Republic of Ireland and Brazil, despite not having played for the national side for a year Phil Jones will be given a chance to build on his five international caps and prove himself at the heart of England 's defence in the upcoming friendly matches against the Republic ... (more)

Ferdinand's representatives told Sky Sports: "Talks regarding Rio's new contract are moving along nicely and hopefully we will have some news soon." Ferdinand's contract is set to expire this summer, and if signed, the new one-year deal would extent the veteran defender's stay at Old Having watched the defender this season, there's little doubting ... (more)

From the shock announcement of long-serving manager Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement, to the speculation of who will replace him, to the appointment of Everton 's David Moyes - never have seven days passed so slowly.

The Manchester United defender confirmed his decision on Wednesday morning, the day before Roy Hodgson is due to name his England squad for the friendlies against Republic of Ireland and Brazil.

Having guided the team at the three previous tournaments, the former England left-back thinks it can be fourth time lucky in Israel.

David Moyes is a huge fan of the 30-year-old and is looking to bring the player as a replacement for Rio Ferdinand who will turn 35 in November.

This week, Sir Alex Ferguson surprised the soccer world by resigning as the head man at Manchester United.

Taking over from Sir Alex Ferguson is not the poisoned chalice some are making it out to be.

There are nine men who should be particularly grateful for what Sir Alex Ferguson has achieved in the past 26 and a half years - the England managers in that time.

When he disappears down the tunnel at the Hawthorns on May 19, for the last time as Manchester United manager, it will be 26 years, six months, and three days - or 9681 days - since Sir Alex Ferguson took over from Ron Atkinson.

He can boast the signing of players who became among the most influential of their time while at Old Trafford.

The manager, who has been at the club for 26 years, said in a statement: "The decision to retire is one that I have thought a great deal about and one that I have not taken lightly.

NEMANJA VIDIC admits his 12-month injury battle will feel worthwhile when he is reunited with the Premier League trophy on Sunday.

With Manchester United 's season coming to a stuttering end, fans of the club are already beginning to look ahead to next term.

Weaker foot? Don't think so! David Luiz curls it from inside his own changing room to make it 3-1 to Chelsea in the Europa League semi-final I do not think they are a good model to follow for any club, but that's a great record.

The 34-year-old defender has shrugged off the injury problems of the past to feature in 26 league games for the 2012/13 title winners and has earned the praise of his manager.

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp is the new favourite to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United for a very good reason.

The Italian international has made 35 starts in all competitions this season, scoring eight goals and creating five others.

Since 2011 rumours have mounted that big spending Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala are willing to loosen the already slack pursestrings even more to prise away one of the Premier League's biggest names.