BB Round-up – Hodgson’s transfer pledge, Hammers eye SWP, Aston Villa linked with Frenchman

As we look ahead to what is a feast of football, over the Christmas period, Carlo Ancelotti has spoken out against his captain’s claims that Chelsea don’t have the strength in depth to cope with any injuries during this time. The Italian boss claims the squad is good and in great condition and won’t suffer during the busy Xmas schedule.

In the papers this morning there has been a mixed bag of stories which includes Wenger ready to fight the FA over Wilshere; Hodgson pledges to bring in quality not quantity, while Sir Alex Ferguson looks to a new team era.

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Villa move for French starlet – Sky Sports

Wenger ready to fight FA over Wilshere – Guardian

Ferguson looks to new team era – Daily Telegraph

Only ‘crazy’ cash will net Ash – Sun

Terry is wrong – Chelsea CAN cope with injuries – Daily Mail

Hodgson to bring in quality not quantity – Guardian

Can we Av SWP on loan please? – Sun

Becks’ Utd dreams crushed – Sky Sports

World Cup ref Webb encourages diving – Mirror

City tell moody Balotelli to lighten up – Guardian

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