British triathlete Ben Dijkstra claims his second gold medal of the Nanjing Youth Olympics with victory in the multi-nation mixed relay event.

The 15-year-old, who won the men's individual event on Monday, was one of four athletes who helped Europe 1 win the relay in one hour 22.17 seconds. Briton Sian Rainsley took silver in the same event as part of Europe 3.

Compatriot Jessica Fullalove secured 50m backstroke silver, while Peter Miles won mixed-nation team judo bronze.

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Barcelona striker Luis Suarez admits he "feels like a footballer" again after an appeal allowed him to train with his new team-mates despite his playing ban.

He told Barcelona's website:, external "The outcome is that I am now able to train again. I feel like a footballer, I can be with my team-mates and be with them on a day-to-day basis."

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Georgios Samaras is expected to arrive at West Bromwich Albion on Thursday as talks about signing for the club on a free transfer edge closer to completion, reports the Daily Mail., external

The Greece international striker, 29, is without a club after Celtic didn't offer him new terms at the end of his Parkhead contract. He has attracted interest from Sampdoria, Sevilla and Hamburg and recently had discussions with Malaga.

Sid:, external Mario Balotelli is a fantastic talent but not sure about his work ethic.

Carl Slocombe:, external Looks like Liverpool fancy their chances of winning the league with 10 men on the pitch most times.

Tony Chorley:, external As a City fan, Balotelli is a legend. Would I want him in my team? - not a chance.

Liverpool have had a £16m bid accepted for AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli. Would he be a good signing for the Reds? Would you want him in your team? Let us know via #bbcsportsday, text 81111 or post on the BBC Sport Facebook page., external

AC Milan say on their website that Mario Balotelli has bid farewell to his team-mates before leaving training.

The statement on www.acmilan said:, external "Mario Balotelli left Milanello's sporting centre at 13.30 [local time], after saying goodbye to his team-mates.

"Before leaving the premises, the striker has said goodbye to members of Milan's press office."

Liverpool have had a £16m bid accepted for the striker.

OptaJoe ‏on Twitter:, external Mario Balotelli averages a red card every 18 Premier League games, the third highest ratio of all players with 3+ reds. Fiery.

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Liverpool have agreed a £16m fee for AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli.

Crystal Palace caretaker manager Keith Millen has just started his news conference ahead of West Ham's Premier League visit on Saturday.

He said: "The chairman has said all along he'll see what's available in terms of manager. He knows what I can do. He doesn't feel like he has to rush and make sure it's the right person.

"On the training field the lads have been fine - they're serious and focused and we haven't changed too much tactically.

"We've done our homework on West Ham as we know we've got a tough game so the setup is here - there's no excuses."

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Liverpool are in talks with AC Milan to sign former Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli.

Iain Moody has resigned as Crystal Palace sporting director, following allegations about racist, sexist and homophobic texts shared with his former colleague Malky Mackay.

Argentina winger Angel Di Maria has told Real Madrid he wants to leave the La Liga club.

Mayungbe Lawrence:, external Don't think Balotelli is what Liverpool needs. Not sharp enough with enough extra luggage like Suarez.

Githu gee:, external Balotelli to be a red? Looks strange. Hope there won't be any chemistry between him and Sturridge or #MCFC might regret.

Claudio Scotto:, external Balotelli after Suarez? Rodgers really doesn't like an easy life...

What are your thoughts on Liverpool attempting to sign AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli? Let us know via #bbcsportsday, text 81111 or post on the BBC Sport Facebook page., external

Roy Hodgson says the England team would benefit if some of its players headed overseas to secure regular first-team football.

"We are going to have to accept that some young players - who I think are good enough and can win games for England - will not always be first choice for their teams in England," he told the FA website., external

"It wouldn't hurt them at all to go abroad. Most of our players - although they don't all play regularly - play at very good clubs at a very high level.

"If you're asking me would it be better for some of our players to be playing in good teams abroad rather than warming the bench, then of course, as a national team manager I would like to see that."

Angel Di Maria has told Real Madrid he wants to leave the club and has rejected the offer of a new contract, coach Carlo Ancelotti has revealed.

Midfielder Di Maria, 26, has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United.

"Di Maria asked to go in the summer and has rejected an offer from the club," Ancelotti said at a news conference.

"The player has to look for a solution. If when the [transfer] market closes he's still here, he will work with us like last season and there will be no problem."

Some more of your memories on playing against ex-professionals.

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Alan Ewens:, external Played against George Best when he was 43. He pinged a 50-yarder over my head. I grinned like a fool and shook his hand.

Lewis George Hayter:, external Last October I played with Trevor Sinclair on the pitch in the hotel we were staying at. The ball was glued to his feet.

Morgan Calton:, external Played a game at Craven Cottage in May - our team had Luis Boa Morte, their team had Sean Davis. Team Davis gave us a schooling.

Liverpool Echo reporter James Pearce on Twitter:, external "£16m fee agreed. Just a case of agreeing personal terms now in terms of Balotelli's move to Anfield."

Defender Matt Mills believes Bolton can overcome a difficult start to the season, having taken one point from three matches.

A 2-1 defeat by Middlesbrough on Tuesday left Dougie Freedman's side still searching for a first league win. The 28-year-old Mills says their poor start is frustrating but has backed Bolton to turn things around.

"I've gone a lot longer to get a first win than three games and still made the play-offs, so it's not all doom and gloom," he told BBC Radio Manchester.

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England's one-day international against India Women is taking place today at Scarborough.

India batted first and reached 60-2 off 18 of their 50 overs before the rain came to cause a delay in the match.

When play resumes, BBC Radio 5 live sports extra is the place to go to for live commentary.

Northampton Town,, external who were Coventry's landlords last year, have tweeted: "We would like to wish Coventry City well on their return to the Ricoh Arena. Best wishes for the future."

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It has been confirmed League One side Coventry City are to return to the Ricoh Arena after agreeing a two-year deal with the company that runs the stadium.

The Sky Blues have been playing their home games in Northampton since the start of the 2013-14 season after a long-running row over rent.

Here are some of the best video clips to have a look at during your lunch break.

Formula 1: BBC F1 commentator Ben Edwards takes a look at what makes Spa-Francorchamps such a special circuit.

Swimming: Great Britain set a new world record as they claimed gold in the 4x100m mixed medley at the European Championships in Berlin.

Basketball: The future of Great Britain's basketball teams is in doubt after the sport had its Olympic funding withdrawn, says performance chairman Roger Moreland.

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Our friends at Opta have compiled the above graphic on comparisons between former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez and Reds target Mario Balotelli. The stats shown are Serie A and Premier League games from the 2013-14 season.