Di Canio: I Won’t Coach Lazio While Lotito Is There

Former Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio has revealed that he will never coach Lazio as long as Claudio Lotito is president of the club.

The 45-year-old, who had two stints with the Biancocelesti during his playing career from 1985-90 and 2004-06, does not see eye-to-eye with Lotito after the two had a falling out over the former player’s political views in 2006 which resulted in club’s chief allowing his contract to run out.

Di Canio spoke to La Gazzetta dello Sport about the chances of him becoming Lazio boss and commented on the problems that current coach Vladimir Petkovic is experiencing.

Giaccherini Poised For Italy Return

Reports suggest Emanuele Giaccherini may leave Sunderland as quickly as he arrived with Inter Milan currently tracking the midfielder and weighing up the possibility of making a formal approach in January.

According to talkSport, Giaccherini is happy with life at the Stadium of Light having been brought in during the summer as part of former Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio’s drastic overhaul.

Paolo Di Canio defends record at Sunderland and insists he should have got more time

Paolo Di Canio has defended his tenure at Sunderland and insists he should have been given more time after a troubled start to the season.

Di Canio was sacked following the 3-0 defeat to West Brom last month amid reports of a player revolt at the training ground the following day.

In an exclusive statement to Sky Sports News issued on Tuesday afternoon, the Italian pointed to his achievement in keeping Sunderland in the Premier League after succeeding Martin O'Neill last season and has denied there was a bust-up with the players.

Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher out for six weeks with a shoulder injury

Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher has been ruled out for up to six weeks with a shoulder injury.

The Scotland international dislocated his shoulder during last Saturday's 3-0 Premier League defeat at West Brom, and there were concerns that he could be sidelined for several months.

However, interim head coach Kevin Ball revealed on Friday afternoon that the latest prognosis is much more positive.

Capital One Cup: Sunderland, Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea all triumph

Sunderland began life after Paolo Di Canio with a comfortable Capital One Cup victory over Peterborough as Tottenham thrashed Aston Villa and Manchester City romped to a 5-0 victory against Wigan.

There were also third round victories for Chelsea, Southampton, West Ham, Fulham, Hull City, Norwich Leicester and Burnley on a busy night of cup football.

Sunderland caretaker boss Kevin Ball oversaw a 2-0 victory at home to Peterborough thanks to goals from Emanuele Giaccherini and Valentin Roberge, with the recalled Lee Cattermole excellent in midfield.

Wenger impressed as 'sick' Ozil picks up first Premier League assist

The Gunners boss says his new signing was "outstanding" at the Stadium of Light in the victory over Sunderland despite not being fully fit.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he was impressed by new signing Mesut Ozil after the Germany international made his debut in the 3-1 win over Sunderland.

The former Real Madrid man wasted no time in inspiring his new team, taking just 11 minutes to make an impact, setting up Olivier Giroud for Arsenal’s opener at the Stadium of Light.

Two goals from Aaron Ramsey then sealed the victory for the Gunners, but Wenger was quick to praise Ozil, particularly as he was not at his physical best.

Sunderland 1-3 Arsenal: Ramsey doubles up as Ozil impresses on debut

The Welsh captain netted twice while the Gunners' £40 million deadline-day signing had a fine first start for Arsene Wenger's side as they showed resilience to beat the Black Cats.

Aaron Ramsey continued his excellent start the season as his double helped Arsenal to a 3-1 away win at Sunderland on Saturday.

The Welshman took centre stage after a Craig Gardner penalty had cancelled out Olivier Giroud's first-half opener.

Frenchman Giroud became only the eighth player to score in the opening four games of a Premier League campaign, and his goal at the Stadium of Light is the first time he has notched outside of London for the Gunners.

Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio will keep on criticising his players

Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio has vowed to carry on criticising his players in public if they make mistakes.

Di Canio singled out captain John O'Shea for criticism following his sending off cost Sunderland in their 3-1 defeat at Crystal Palace.

The Italian's man-management style was questioned by several pundits, but Di Canio insists he has no plans to change his approach.

"Harry Redknapp did many interviews last year and no one asked why he said his team was playing rubbish. Why is it only Paolo Di Canio?

Bendtner back in a Arsenal shirt this weekend according to Danish media

According to reports in Denmark Arsenal outcast Nicklas Bendtner is likely to be brought back into the squad for the club’s visit to Sunderland on Saturday. Due to recent injuries to key players manager Arsene Wenger could be forced to include the Danish international in the squad with the possibility of him starting the game on the bench.

Danish newspaper BT have reported from close sources in England that Wenger could open the door to the forward and include him as one of his substitutes at the weekend. 

Arsenal are currently down to one recognised first team striker in Olivier Giroud after recent injuries to other players.

Liverpool boss Rodgers: Borini will benefit from Sunderland loan

The Reds manager says that the Italy Under-21s international will reap the rewards of regular first-team football after joining the Black Cats for the season on deadline day.

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is confident that all parties will benefit from Fabio Borini's loan move to Sunderland.

The Italy Under-21s international joined Paolo Di Canio's side on a season-long deal on deadline day and the Reds boss expects the Black Cats to give him an opportunity to show what he can do, while saying he will be keeping a close eye on the 22-year-old.

Sunderland 0-1 Fulham: Kasami secures opening day win

Both sides fielded a host of new signings at the Stadium of Light, but it was Martin Jol's men who came out on top courtesy of a powerful header from the Swiss midfielder

Sunderland were forced to pay for not taking their chances as Fulham claimed a narrow 1-0 victory at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.

The hosts dominated proceedings from the outset and had a number of good goalscoring opportunities through striker Jozy Altidore, but the visitors only needed one chance as Pajtim Kasami headed home from a corner in the second half.

Di Canio still chasing signings

Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio insists his summer transfer business is far from finished as he looks to add at least two new faces to his bulging Stadium of Light squad.

Di Canio has already brought in 10 new players as part of his Black Cats revolution but admits he is still searching for a midfield playmaker as well as a left-sided defender.

Ahead of his side's season opener against Fulham on Saturday, Di Canio said he was "99 per cent" sure of his starting line-up but stressed the importance of having competition for places.

Sunderland And West Ham Ready To Fight It Out For Juventus Striker

Juventus striker Fabio Quagliarella could be at the centre of a tug of war between Premier League sides Sunderland and West Ham.

The Italian is set to leave the Bianconeri this summer after the arrival of Fernando Llorente and Carlos Tevez to the Juventus Stadium this offseason.

As a result, Quagliarella has fallen down the pecking order with the Old Lady and could be set for an exit in order to secure regular first team football in an attempt to make Italy’s World Cup squad for next summer’s tournament in Brazil.

Wigan's James McClean feels Championship won't harm international aspirations

Wigan winger James McClean has no fears dropping down a division will harm his international aspirations.

The 24-year-old Republic of Ireland international took a pay cut to move from Premier League side Sunderland to relegated Wigan, making his debut in Sunday's Community Shield defeat by Manchester United.

The winger looked to have dropped down the pecking order at the Stadium of Light following Paolo Di Canio's acquisitions of Emanuele Giaccherini and David Moberg Karlsson during the summer.

Celustka to pen Sunderland loan deal

SUNDERLAND are on the verge of signing former Czech Under-21 right-back Ondrej Celustka on a season-long loan, with the move expected to go through today, or tomorrow at the latest.

Talks for the 24-year-old, who plays for Turkish side Trabzonspor have swiftly reached an advanced stage.

And there are not expected to be any late glitches in bringing in a player who would be the Black Cats’ 10th signing of the summer.

Sagna happy to cover at centeback

Bacary Sagna still feels his best position is at right back, however has vowed to adapt the best he can should he be asked to fill in centrally again this season.

The Frenchman partnered Laurent Koscielny against Sunderland for single match last season earning plenty of plaudits for his powerful display. With captain Thomas Vermaelen out injured for another two months, Arsene Wenger trialled Sagna during the pre-season preparations on a number of occasions at centre half and he is relishing the challenge of learning a new position.