Craig Bellamy says he could retire from football if he does not make Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini’s 25-man squad for the 2010-11 season.

Manchester City say they hope to complete the signings of Aston Villa midfielder James Milner and Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli by Thursday.

The FA says the red card Manchester City’s Patrick Viera picked up in the friendly against Inter Milan is unlikely to mean he will miss the start of the season.

England goalkeeper Joe Hart says he would consider going back out on loan to help his international career if he is not Manchester City’s number one.

Lazio complete the signing of left-back Javier Garrido from Manchester City for an undisclosed fee.

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson expects star striker Fernando Torres to remain at the club this season.

Manchester City are “hopeful” of completing a deal to sign Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli, BBC Sport understands.