Ronaldo: Real Madrid striker Ronaldo will be sidelined for three weeks after having a minor operation on his left knee in Brazil, the Spanish club said. "The operation was a success and we believe he will be able to return to work in three weeks' time," Real doctor Alfonso del Corral said.

Real Madrid: Fabio Cannavaro and Gianluca Zambrotta are set to follow Fabio Capello to Real Madrid, according to reports. Both Juve defenders turned down offers from Milan following the Rossoneri's exclusion from next season's Champions League. Although Juve have insisted that the club "is not a supermarket", they are resigned to losing most of their squad after the Calciopoli verdict relegated them and imposed a 30-point deduction.

Gattuso: Gennaro Gattuso is yet to make a decision on his future, his agent has said. The Milan midfielder has always maintained his loyalty to his club, but a number of sides are still gearing up to test the resolve of the Italian club. Man. United are thought to be leading the chase for Gattuso.

Nedved: Pavel Nedved's agent has claimed that Tottenham have made an offer for the Czech stalwart. The 33-year-old is considering his future following Juventus's demotion to Serie B and Spurs have been quick to register their interest.

Cricket: England were 258 for seven in their second innings, an overall lead of 341, at the close of the fourth day of the first test against Pakistan at Lord's yesterday. Scores: England 528 for nine declared and 258 for seven; Pakistan 445.

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