There comes a point in each Premier League season where talk previously disregarded as wild speculation accumulates enough gravitas to be worth considering. And that time is about now.
The man leading the administrator process for Portsmouth FC outlined three goals for the club. CNN's Kate Giles reports.
CNN's Justin Armsden reports from the British High Court where English Premier League side Portsmouth learnt their fate.
In this early stage of the English Premier League season, experience has played a major role in two contrasting ways. The club at the top of the league is reaping the benefits of it, with Ryan Giggs flourishing for Manchester United. At the other end of the standings, judging by its current plight, rock-bottom Portsmouth hasn't taken heed of history.
CNN's Alex Thomas updates what's been happening as the English football transfer window closes.