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Everton defender John Stones finds himself at the centre of a £50m tug of war with some of the continents biggest clubs. Meanwhile, Liverpool target Alex Teixeira has told Shakhtar Donetsk that he wants out.   



Former England defender Ashley Cole is expected to end speculation about his future by signing a contract to play alongside Steven Gerrard and Robbie Keane for MLS franchise LA Galaxy.

Despite late interest from Manchester United due to their injury problems at full back, negotiations between 35-year-old Cole and the American club are already at an advanced stage with an official announcement likely to take place soon.

Cole’s contract at Serie A side Roma was terminated by mutual consent earlier this month with the ex-Arsenal and Chelsea player choosing to end his career in sunny California rather than returning to the Premier League.

Victor Valdes leaves Manchester United… on loan

Manchester United misfit Victor Valdes has finally left the club, after failing to play a single minute this season.
Valdes, the former Barcelona goalkeeper, joined United last season, but has found himself behind both David de Gea and Sergio Romero in the pecking order.
He has now joined Standard Liege on a loan until the end of the season.
The Belgium club said: ‘We are very proud and happy that we can receive such a professional. We would like to give a warm welcome to Victor Valdes and we wish him all the best at our