Transfer Talk: Tuesday 30 June

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MOTTA HOPEFUL OF DECO ARRIVAL

Former Barcelona midfielder Thiago Motta is hopeful that he can be reunited with his old team-mate Deco at San Siro. Inter are closing in on the signature of Chelsea's Portuguese midfielder.

WEST BROMWICH CHASE COX

Swindon Town chairman Andrew Fitton has admitted that the club have accepted an offer from West Bromwich for the striker Simon Cox.

GILBERTO ADVISES MELO ON MOVE TO THE EMIRATES

Former Gunner Gilberto Silva has advised his compatriot Felipe Melo on a move to Arsenal, should the option arise. "It is a fantastic club and if he's interested he should go without thinking."

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ALEXANDER AGREES NEW DEAL

Burnley's veteran defender Graham Alexander, 37, has agreed a new one-year deal with the Clarets.

GANNON NEW WELLS MANAGER

Former Stockport County manager Jim Gannon will be officially unveiled as the new Motherwell manager today.

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JONES RULES OUT BAGGIES SWITCH

Cardiff City manager Dave Jones has ruled himself out of taking the vacant West Bromwich post. "Everybody talks about moving, but the only moving we're doing is into the new stadium and we're genuinely looking forward to it."

BLACKBURN SNAP UP JACOBSEN

Lars Jacobsen, 29, has joined Blackburn from Everton on a two-year deal. The Danish international made just four starts for the Goodison Park club, but came on as a half-time substitute in last season's FA Cup final.