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Fulham boss Roy Hodgson has been crowned Manager of the Year by the League Managers' Association, an award voted for by all the managers in the top four leagues in England.

Gerard Houllier is set to be confirmed as the new manager of Aston Villa this week.

Ajax have announced the signing of Finish midfielder Teemu Tainio on a free transfer from Sunderland. Tainio, 30, links up once again with former Tottenham manager Martin Jol after signing a one-year contract with the Eredivisie club.

New Tottenham signing Sandro has angered manager Harry Redknapp by failing to arrive at his new club.

Everton assistant manager Steve Round has dismissed speculation Steven Pienaar could leave the club this summer amid reported interest from Tottenham.

Blackpool manager Ian Holloway admits his side still needs strengthening, despite an opening day thrashing of Wigan.

Manchester United veteran Ryan Giggs says that Red Devils fans can expect to see manager Sir Alex Ferguson at the club for a long time to come.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his delight at Nemanja Vidic penning a new, four-year contract with the club.

Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed he could remain in his position as Ivory Coast manager until the 2014 World Cup.

Hull have confirmed the appointment of Nigel Pearson as their new manager.

Wolves manger Mick McCarthy may be forced to abandon his attempts to sign Chelsea's Michael Mancienne in order to pursue other targets.

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Benfica winger Angel Di Maria on a six-year deal.

AC Milan have confirmed Massimiliano Allegri as their new manager at the San Siro.

Peter Reid has returned to football management after being confirmed as the new boss of League One side Plymouth.

St Mirren have confirmed the appointment of Cowdenbeath's Danny Lennon as their new manager. Lennon joins the SPL side as a replacement for Gus MacPherson.

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has confirmed that former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is the number one choice to replace Jose Mourinho as manager of the reigning European champions.