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Robin van Persie only has 12 months remaining on his contract and has so far refused to talk about a new deal.

France coach Laurent Blanc included uncapped defender Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa and out-of-form midfielders Yoann Gourcuff and Alou Diarra in a 26-man provisional squad.

The Barcelona defender had surgery on a fractured right collarbone sustained during training on Wednesday.

About 100,000 fans packed the streets as Manchester City paraded the Premier League trophy through the city to celebrate their first English title in 44 years.

A statement on Villa's website said that McLeish's contract has been terminated with immediate effect.

Alessandro del Piero scored in his last league appearance as the newly crowned Serie A champion defeated Atalanta 3-1.

The 28-year-old has not played for Villa since February, when he ruptured ankle ligaments.

Arsenal assistant manager Pat Rice is retiring at the end of the season after 44 years service to the Gunners.

Fulham collected their first-ever win on Merseyside, after defeating Liverpool 1-0 thanks to a Martin Skrtel own goal.

Wigan have gone a step closer to securing EPL football for another year after a fantastic 4-0 win over Newcastle.

Arsenal were unable to break down resolute Stoke defence as both sides have to settle for a 1-1 draw.

Southampton returned to the Premier League after a seven-year absence from England's top-flight.

Fernando Llorente scored late in Bilbao's 3-1 win over Sporting Lisbon, while Adrian Lopez netted to give Atletico a 1-0 victory over Valencia.

The centre-back was handed a straight red card in the 37th minute after kneeing Alexis Sanchez in the back.

Though the Blues have a one-goal lead from the first leg, they face a tall order at Barcelona.

If City win their final three games, they will likely be champions, but Mancini was quick to rule his side out of the running.