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Manchester United are reportedly facing a losing battle in their attempts to sign Christian Eriksen after it was claimed Barcelona are the favourites for the midfielder's signature. The Ajax star is one of the most sought-after talents in Europe following an impressive breakthrough season for both club and country. The Denmark international[http://www. sportsvibe. co.

Wales captain Lee Briers will retire from Test rugby after Sunday's Four Nations game with Australia in Wrexham.   The Warrington half-back, 33, retired from international rugby in 2007 but returned for the 2010 European Cup. During his career he won 23 caps for Wales and one for Great Britain back in 2001.

Two members of the British bobsleigh team are in hospital after crashing whilst training out in Germany, according to reports on the BBC. The two women athletes involved in the incident at the Winterberg track in the north-west of the country have not been named.

Arsenal are could renew their interest in FC Basle star Xherdan Shaqiri as the chance to sign Eden Hazard appears to be diminishing. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger has identified Lille attacker Hazard as his first-choice long-term replacement for the departed Cesc Fabregas but competition for the Belgian is fierce.

Stuart Pearce has been unveiled as the manager of Team GB for next summer's Olympic Games while Hope Powell will take charge of the women's side. The England Under-21 boss was sat alongside the women's national team coach as their appointments were announced at Wembley on Thursday morning.

Everton are reportedly interested in signing Genk striker Marvin Ogunjimi and will consider making an official bid when the January transfer window opens. With limited options up-front, Toffees boss David Moyes is desperate to sign a striker and he has set his sights on 24-year-old Ogunjimi.

Arsenal assistant manager Pat Rice has hailed youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain following his performance in the 2-1 win over Olympiakos in the Champions League on Wednesday. The 18-year-old winger bagged Arsenal's opener and with it, became the youngest English player to ever score in the Champions League.

Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen has delivered a blow to interested Premier League teams by claiming he would prefer a move to Spain when he decides to leave Holland. The Danish sensation propelled himself onto the world scene last season where he excelled for both club and country.