Soccer Legends

Goalkeeper Marton Fulop has completed his transfer from Sunderland to Ipswich to link up with former Black Cats boss Roy Keane.

West Brom have moved to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season with the signing of Hull goalkeeper Boaz Myhill.

Ajax, Besiktas and Fenerbahce have shown interest in acquiring Jozy Altidore from Villarreal in addition to Premier League clubs, and a loan and permanent transfer both are possibilities for the 20-year-old American forward.

Dane Richards scored on a 30-yard blast in the 68th minute Sunday and the New York Red Bulls beat Manchester City 2-1 in the final game of the Barclay’s New York Challenge at Red Bulls Arena.

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson is hoping Fernando Torres will follow captain Steven Gerrard’s example and publicly commit himself to the club.

Roy Hodgson faces a selection battle with his own medical staff for the start of Liverpool’s Europa League campaign next week.

Chelsea will be without central defender Alex for the start of the Premier League season after he was ruled out of action with a thigh injury.

Birmingham have given Garry O’Connor a six-month deal, with an option for a further six months.

Portsmouth’s administrator has revealed David James has offered himself as a candidate for a management role at the club following Avram Grant’s departure.

Roy Hodgson feels Bobby Zamora is just as important to Fulham as Wayne Rooney is for Manchester United or Didier Drogba to Chelsea – with the striker facing a battle to be fit for Thursday night’s Europa League semi-final second leg against Hamburg at Craven Cottage.