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The major success story of the past decade at the club has undoubtedly been the emergence of the Academy, and the procession of players brought through to senior leve, which shows no sign of abating.

Pre-season training began yesterday, with the Currant Bun reporting that everyone - bar Peter Lovenkrands, released by post - at least had the decency to turn up.

Manchester United refuse to be drawn on growing speculation that they are in talks with striker Michael Owen.

It's believed Manchester United have held initial talks with Michael Owen's representatives about signing the striker this summer.

Watford have accepted a bid of £1.8m from an unnamed club for striker Tommy Smith, who will now be allowed to discuss personal terms.

Michael Shields has been denied a pardon by Jack Straw which would have seen him released from jail for a crime he has always maintained he did not commit.

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Glen Johnson has taken Andrea Dossena's squad number according to the official website, fueling speculation the Italian is on his way out of Anfield.

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Burnley are understood to be lining up a bid to sign Doncaster defender Matt Mills, as Owen Coyle looks for defensive reinforcements.

Ipswich have completed the signs of two defenders, QPR's Damien Delaney and Fulham youngster Troy Brown.

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