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Toro Rosso’s Friday driver Jean-Eric Vergne believes he could be as good as Red Bull’s Mark Webber given the chance.   Vergne tested champion Sebastian Vettel’s RB7 during the young driver test at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix circuit, coming in fastest in all six sessions over the course of three days.

North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham are reportedly set to go head-to-head for the signature of Ajax defender Jan Vertonghen.   The Belgium international has been a long-term target for Gunners boss Arsene Wenger, who is thought to be considering a £10m offer when the January transfer window opens.

German outfit Bayern Munich have emerged as potential suitors for Chelsea winger Florent Malouda after the arrival of Juan Mata has pushed the Frenchman further down the pecking order. The Spain international midfielder has been an instant success at Stamford Bridge and has already scored two goals for Chelsea.

Liverpool striker David N'Gog has completed his deadline day move to Bolton.   The French striker, who joined the club from Paris Saint Germain in 2008, has failed to live up to expectations and following the signings of Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez in january, has found his first team opportunities limited.

Things are getting nasty at Arsenal over French midfielder Samir Nasri.   After what looked like a row with gunners boss Arsene Wenger on the plane home from the pre-season Asian tour last week, relationships are reported to have soured beyond repair, and Nasri seems set for the exit.