Summary

  • Football: James Rodriguez completes £63m Real Madrid move

  • Cricket: Cook 'too stubborn to quit captaincy', says Boycott

  • Football: Who is your #greateststrikeforce?

  • Football: Centre-half Caulker moves from Cardiff to QPR

  • Commonwealth Games: Counting down to Glasgow 2014

  • GET INVOLVED: #bbcsportsday, text 81111 (UK users only) or post on BBC Sport Facebook

  1. Anderson hearing set for 1 Augustpublished at 13:26 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    James Anderson is in danger of being banned for his home Test at Old Trafford after his International Cricket Council disciplinary hearing was set for 1 August.

    The England fast bowler was charged with a Level 3 offence for allegedly "abusing and pushing" India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja during the first Investec Test at Trent Bridge. An initial hearing this morning "addressed preliminary issues" and set the date for the next stage of the disciplinary process. The charge, if proven, carries a penalty of up to a four-Test ban.

  2. LATEST GOSSIPpublished at 13:20 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Liverpool are poised to beat Arsenal to the signing of Atletico Madrid defender Javier Manquillo, according to Metro., external

    The paper reports that the Gunners were optimistic of agreeing a season-long loan with a view to a permanent deal, but doubts over how much playing time he would get at the London club mean the 20-year-old favours a move to Anfield instead.

  3. Real Madrid confirm £63m Rodriguez dealpublished at 13:10 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    James RodriguezImage source, Real Madrid

    Cast aside the "impending" and "poised to"... Real Madrid have confirmed a deal to sign James Rodriguez from Monaco.

    The Colombia international has agreed a six-year contract and underwent his medical with the club this morning. He will be presented later at 19:00 BST.

    Neither club have confirmed the fee for the 23-year-old, but it is believed to be in the region of €80m (£63m), which would make Rodriguez the fourth most expensive transfer of all time after Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Suarez.

    A club statement read: "Real Madrid have reached an agreement with Monaco for the transfer of James Rodriguez, who will join the club for the next six seasons."

  4. Get involvedpublished at 13:05 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Right, we've had some fun with great captains of our time, so let's move our discussion on to legendary strikeforces.

    With Barcelona and Real Madrid set to field incredible frontlines, we want to know your favourite strikeforces. We aren't talking about just one player, but which teams had the best overall attacking options.

    Bobby Charlton, George Best, Denis LawImage source, PA

    As a starter, here is a picture of Manchester United's 'holy trinity' from the 1960s of Bobby Charlton (left), George Best (second left) and Denis Law, along with United manager Matt Busby.

    Send us your suggestions on Twitter (using #greateststrikeforce or #bbcsportsday), the BBC Sport Facebook page or text us on 81111.

  5. Goals, goals, goalspublished at 13:00 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Andy West, European football expert:, external "El Clasico possible front 6s - Real - Kroos, Modric; Bale, James, Ronaldo; Benzema. Barcelona - Busquets, Rakitic, Iniesta; Suarez, Messi, Neymar. 0-0 unlikely."

  6. Get involvedpublished at 12:46 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Our first talking point today is what makes a good captain and your suggestions for best / worst captains.

    Pearlene C MorrisonD:, external Captain must be trusted since while he accepts team limit realities, he can move the team beyond their comfort zone/ask more.

    Roy KeaneImage source, Getty Images

    Charlie Gill:, external Roy Keane was the perfect captain, had the right amount of fear and respect and bossed midfield every game.

    Ben Combes:, external A good captain needs to encourage their team mates through every situation and to fight until the end and lead by example.

    We want more of your suggestions to #bbcsportsday on Twitter or leave a message on our Facebook page. , external

  7. Easy win for Derbyshirepublished at 12:43 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Derbyshire 241 & 73-4 beat Glamorgan 138 & 175 by six wickets

    Derbyshire move up to fifth in Division Two after a superb six-wicket win over Glamorgan within three days.

    Resuming on 13-1, needing only another 60 to win, hosts Derbyshire lost Wayne Madsen (19) to Michael Hogan (2-17) early on the third morning.

    Billy Slater and Shivnarine Chanderpaul then both edged behind to Mark Wallace in consecutive overs. But the hosts still eased to their third win of the season.

  8. Footballpublished at 12:37 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    England goalkeeper Ben Foster has signed a new four-year deal with West Brom, the Premier League club announces.

    The 31-year-old, who joined the Baggies permanently in 2012, also has an option for a further 12 months and is now effectively tied to the Hawthorns side until 2019.

    Foster has just returned from the World Cup where he won his eighth cap in the 0-0 draw with Costa Rica.

  9. Ulloa joins Leicesterpublished at 12:35 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Leicester City sign Brighton striker Leonardo Ulloa for a club-record £8m on a four-year deal.

    The fee for the 27-year-old Argentine, who scored 16 goals for the Seagulls in all competitions last season, could reach £10m based on appearances.

    Brighton chairman Tony Bloom said the Championship club accepted a record fee after Ulloa made it clear he wanted to play in the Premier League.

    "It was then a case of ensuring we received our valuation," he said.

  10. Commonwealth Gamespublished at 12:34 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Emirates ArenaImage source, AFP

    @BADMINTONEnglnd:, external "So we have arrived ready for competition here @EmiratesArena @Glasgow2014."

  11. Southampton to cut losses on Osvaldopublished at 12:29 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Southampton manager Ronald Koeman says the club are now looking to sell record-signing Dani Osvaldo.

    The 28-year-old Italian striker signed for £15m in October 2013, but was sent out on loan in January after a training-ground fight.

    "It was a difficult situation for him to come back to," Southampton manager Ronald Koeman told BBC Radio Solent.

  12. Get involvedpublished at 12:15 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    More suggestions for attributes needed to lead a side.

    John Taylor:, external What makes a good captain? Someone who inspires you and strikes fear into others. Someone charismatic. #TonyAdamsCptFantastic

    Tony AdamsImage source, Getty Images

    Matt Donnelly:, external For me a great captain is someone who will say what needs to be said, take responsibility, isn't always liked but respected.

    Hugo Glass:, external Rooney should not be England captain - let him just focus on getting goals. Gary Cahill for me.

    Keep your comments coming in to us on Twitter or Facebook.

  13. Campana heads to Italypublished at 12:13 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Crystal Palace midfielder Jose Campana completes a move to Serie A side Sampdoria for an undisclosed fee.

    The former Spain Under-21s player travelled to Italy at the weekend to undergo a medical.

    Campana, 21, joined Palace from Spanish side Sevilla last summer and signed a four-year contract at Selhurst Park.

  14. No jacket, no medalpublished at 12:09 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Malaysia shooting gold medallist Nur Ayuni Farhana Abdul Halim is ruled out of competing in Glasgow, external because her competition jacket has been lost en route to Scotland.

    Ayuni, who won the gold medal with Nur Suryani Taibi in the 10 metre air rifle pairs in New Delhi four years ago, was due to compete in the 10 metre air rifle and 50m rifle prone events.

    "We made a report when her bag did not arrive with the other luggage," says team manager Musa Omar, who adds that Ayuni has been unable to stop crying.

  15. Sigurdsson poised for Swansea returnpublished at 12:03 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Tottenham midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson has flown back from the club's pre-season training camp in Seattle before a potential move to Swansea.

    The 24-year-old could have a medical today as part of a straight swap for Swansea's Wales full-back Ben Davies. Goalkeeper Michel Vorm could follow Davies to White Hart Lane in a separate deal.

  16. Commonwealth Gamespublished at 12:00 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Judo and weighlifting training centreImage source, @halfapat

    Scottish judoka Patrick Dawson:, external "Final session done. Amazing training facility for judo and weightlifting! Some huge weights getting thrown around!"

  17. Get involvedpublished at 11:52 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    More reaction to our question of what makes a good captain?

    Ant Dunn:, external Captain needs to be someone young-ish who can lead a youthful team for years to come.

    Michel PlatiniImage source, Getty Images

    Geoff Naylor:, external A captain is a man or woman who has earned respect. Good football examples are Bobby Moore, Johan Cruyff and Michel Platini (pictured).

    Mcad:, external A good captain keeps their cool at crucial times and recognises their team's limitations. Dependable but realistic.

    Keep your comments and suggestions for best and worst captains coming in to us on Twitter, Facebook, external or text (81111, UK only).

  18. LATEST GOSSIPpublished at 11:49 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    The Daily Express are reporting, external that Everton are poised to beat Arsenal and Manchester United to highly-rated Anderlecht striker David Henen. The 18-year-old Belgian forward has been hailed as 'the new Ronaldo' by Belgian football pundits and was also a target for Borussia Dortmund.

  19. Scudamore gets ban after 'mental block'published at 11:46 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Jockey Tom Scudamore is given a 12-day ban after he took the wrong course in a race at Cartmel on Monday.

    Scudamore apologised after jumping the first fence, rather than the first hurdle, on 7-1 chance Run Forest Run.

    The 32-year-old, son of eight-time champion jockey Peter, rode over fences later in the day, and said he had "a mental block".

  20. Cook too stubborn to quit - Boycottpublished at 11:45 British Summer Time 22 July 2014

    Alastair Cook is too "stubborn" to quit the England captaincy, says former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott.

    England slipped to a 95-run defeat to India at Lord's on Monday to go 1-0 down in the Test series, but Cook, 29, wants to remain as captain, despite his own poor form.

    "He's obviously not going to move unless you get six wild stallions to pull him out," Boycott told BBC Radio 5 live. "It's that stubbornness about him. He's only interested in what he sees."