Carlos Villanueva's goal earns Blackburn victory over non-league Blyth Spartans in the FA Cup.

Tottenham and Portsmouth are thought to be about £1.5m apart in their valuations of Pompey striker Jermain Defoe.

Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing hands in a written transfer request less than a year after signing a new five-year contract at the Riverside Stadium.

Burton manager Nigel Clough heads a list of four candidates for the managerial vacancy at Derby, BBC Sport understands.

Portsmouth midfielder Papa Bouba Diop is ruled out of action for more than three months with a knee injury.

New signing Wayne Bridge admits he believes it will take time to achieve "big things" with Manchester City.

Spurs Harry Redknapp has urged fans to forgive Hossam Ghaly ahead of Tuesday's League Cup semi-final first leg against Burnley.

Livingston chairman Angelo Massone insists that banking problems have been resolved and that all staff will be paid by Tuesday.

Former Newcastle United defender Lamine Diatta joins Stoke City on trial, reports BBC Radio Stoke.

Wolves agree a six-figure transfer fee for Rangers forward Alan Gow.

Promising Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere signs a professional contract with the club after turning 17 on New Year's Day.

Birmingham City opt not to extend the loan of Quincy Owusu-Abeyie from Spartak Moscow until the end of the season.

Celtic midfielder Scott Brown insists he is not interested in a move, following links with English clubs.

Mansfield Town sign Rushden & Diamonds midfielder Curtis Woodhouse until the end of the season.

Barnsley confirm they have made a substantial offer for Chesterfield striker Jamie Ward.