EPL News Roundup: Ashley Young Called Out by Sir Alex Ferguson and More

The EPL rumour mill is kicking off Friday morning and afternoon with some great stories in the press.

From Sir Alex Ferguson taking a stab at one of his own to the further transfer speculation for Robin van Persie and Didier Drogba, it is a full run of news to take in.

Check out what is hitting the press this morning, and stay tuned to Bleacher Report for your best rumour roundups every day of the week.

Ashley Young the Diver

Sir Alex Ferguson has called out his newest wing player that he acquired last summer after his theatrical performances in Manchester United's last match.

The Daily Mirror has quoted Ferguson on the topic of Ashley Young as well as the latest UEFA Champions League match from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich:

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He did overdo the attempt to get the penalty kick. He certainly went down quickly.

But I watched the game the other night between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid and it was absolutely ridiculous.

Players were diving, rolling about, nothing approaching what Ashley Young has been accused of.

And then you see the same the other night in the Chelsea game. I think we're in an age where we are almost expecting it now.

"

Sounds like he is calling him out, but almost justifying Young at the same time.

Raul Meireles and Salomon Kalou

The Daily Mirror is reporting that Juventus is circling a possible Chelsea swoop for both Raul Meireles and out-of-contract winger Salomon Kalou.

Meireles has been a journeyman the last two seasons, with a year in Liverpool and one now at Chelsea after leaving FC Porto.

Kalou has been a super-sub of stellar proportions while at Chelsea. The 26-year-old still has many years left to develop.

Drogba May Stay at Chelsea

Sky Sports has reported news that rather than leave this summer, out-of-contract forward Didier Drogba could in fact remain at Chelsea.

The resurgence of the club under Roberto Di Matteo has been due in part to great performances for the Ivorian.

Juventus Hot on Robin van Persie

Talk Sport is claiming that Juventus representatives are set to meet with Arsenal captain Robin van Persie's agents in the coming days.

The Italian giants are keen to bring in the high-profile attacker, as the career of Alessandro Del Piero is coming to a close.

Please read "10 Reasons Robin van Persie Should Stay at Arsenal."

Phil Gartside Tips Redknapp for England

Bolton Wanderers chairman Phil Gartside is backing Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp to take over the English national team.

According to The Sun, Gartside is not an official member of the four-team selection committee that is tasked with finding the next England manager, but he will be one that signs off on the selection.

Gartside also had a big say in keeping Fabio Capello following the national team's falterings at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

Cheick Tiote Wants Newcastle Stay

Newcastle defensive midfielder Cheick Tiote has been on the shopping list of several big English Premier League clubs since January.

The Ivorian looks like he'll be a major target of Manchester City, according to The Sun, but the player's comments have him claiming he is all for the Toon:

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I’m a Newcastle player—my future is at Newcastle.

I’m playing for Newcastle, and I have to finish this season strongly and help the team get into Europe.

If we do that, it will be good for the club and the fans.

We’re in a great position now.

"

Alan Pardew to Choke on His Beer

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has done an exemplary job this campaign with the northernmost club of the English Premier League.

Not long ago, the Magpies were relegated to the npower Championship, but now they are strong contenders for the last Champions League spot from England in just their second season back in the top flight.

Pardew's latest comments from Sky Sports about Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham have brought some great light to what could happen in the last few weeks of this campaign: "Chelsea haven't won it yet. But it makes it very interesting that third place, doesn't it? If Arsenal and Tottenham get very nervous, that's a good thing.''

He finished by saying: "I'll choke on my beer if Chelsea win the Champions League and we finish fourth, for sure. Newcastle, for sure, have done far and above.''

Victor Moses Set to Leave Wigan

Wigan Athletic's attack has become what it has in the last half of the season due mostly to the outstanding performances of young Victor Moses.

The former Crystal Palace youngster is now looking to take his leave from the Latics this summer whether he helps to secure their survival or not.

Talk Sport has him linked with moves to both Liverpool and Tottenham, according to his agent Tony Finnigan:

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This is how it works here (in England). Victor Moses has just a year left on his contract with Wigan Athletic and we were about to start talks on the extension when he said he does not want to sign a new deal.

Victor Moses has played himself into a position where virtually every club in the Premier League want to sign him. All of the Premier League clubs will be strengthening in the summer and we are not surprised that Moses has been linked with virtually every team in the top division.

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Conclusion

The rumour mill for the summer and current news continues with these stories plus more that are in the news ahead of another weekend of EPL action.

Please also read "50 Bold Predictions for This Summer's Transfer Window."

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