An alternative selection of some of last summers most productive transfers

There have been plenty of articles throughout the press since the season drew to a close outlining the best  signings of the season, here we look at seven moves that might not have been as eye catching as the likes of Robin Van Persie, Michu and Jan Vertonghen but nonetheless proved to be astute pieces of business.

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The best of Hatem Ben Arfa (video)

Hatem Ben Arfa is one of many Newcastle United players who endured a season wrecked by issues with fitness and form. The mercurial Frenchman wowed Toon fans after an injury-affected start, but was unable to keep his momentum going into the 2012/13 season. As Newcastle try to redeem themselves from a shocker of a season, they will look to Ben Arfa for much of their creative spark – assuming of course they can hold on to him. Let’s have a look at why he is held in such high regard.

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A closer look at how David Moyes will fare as Manchester United manager

As the countdown to next season begins, one of the biggest questions is how David Moyes will adapt to life in the hot seat at new club Manchester United.

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Top 3 Unsung heroes: defenders who’ve made the difference for their clubs

Branislav Ivanovic

His header right at the death helped Chelsea to their second consecutive European trophy. The honour of Chelsea’s Player of the Year may have gone to Juan Mata but there is no doubt as to how pivotal Ivanovic’s contributions have been to the West London club.

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Tottenham and Everton go to battle over 21-year-old winger (video)

One for you Scooby Doo mystery fans now. Porto star Christian Atsu is the target for an unnamed Premier League club and it is said to be the chosen destination of the 21-year-old as he looks to strut his stuff on a bigger stage. Exciting, eh? Sky Sports are reporting that the club offering for his services are thought to be either Tottenham or Everton, so if you were the Ghanian where would you rather go?

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David Moyes does not deserve to be Manchester United manager - here is why

Sunday it really hit me. This is actually goodbye, Sir Alex Ferguson is no longer Manchester United manager after their next game. It also hit me that the man taking over from SFA, doesn't really deserve it.

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Manchester United ready to say goodbye to star forward (Video)

After Wayne Rooney handed in a transfer request in October 2010, before hastily changing his mind a few days later to sign a new five year deal, most of us presumed that we would be witnessing the striker hanging up his boots at the end of his career at Old Trafford. The situation has changed quite dramatically in the past few days, as he was left out of the squad for Sir Alex Ferguson's final home game in charge against Swansea. The boss then informed the media that ‘Wazza’ had once again told the club that he wanted to leave.

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What Next for Everton Football Club?

We all know what’s happened in football this week regarding the baton of tenure at Manchester United finally being passed on to totally deserving candidate, David Moyes, but it’s the club he’s leaving after eleven years, the third longest reigning manager in the Premier League at the moment, but when the curtain falls on his time at Goodison, who will be the man to take over?

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Manchester United ready to offer for £10m defender with 68% tackle success

With rumours aplenty regarding Manchester United as we all gear up for the first summer in 26 years that Sir Alex Ferguson won't be doing the summer signings at Old Trafford, the Sun are reporting that David Moyes is ready to swoop for a centre-back he has worked closely to for a number of years now.

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Decision time at Everton - Who will replace David Moyes?

With Sir Alex Ferguson retiring and David Moyes taking his position at Manchester United, we could now see several other top flight managers changing clubs as Everton chairman, Bill Kenwright, tries to appoint the best man to lead The Toffees in the new season. Let's have a look at some of the candidates rumoured to be in the frame to take Moyes' position.

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The start of a career in management for James Beattie (video)

Former Premier League striker James Beattie has been appointed the full-time manager of League Two side Accrington Stanley. Beattie has made well over 300 Premiership appearances for Southampton, Everton, Sheffield United and Stoke. He has been at Accrington Stanley in a player coach role since November but with the departure of Leam Richardson the board felt Beattie would be able to take on the role full time.

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Everton to make a move for Cardiff City's Malky Mackay

Everton are planning a formal approach to Cardiff City to talk to Malky Mackay about succeeding David Moyes at Goodison Park. 

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The most successful loan signings

Loan signings are one of football’s great dividers. Used correctly and sparingly, they can be the difference between success and failure, like any addition to any squad. Used too liberally, like in Watford’s case this season with eleven signings, and criticism can be expected. Here are some of the most successful loan signings in English football.

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Some of the world's fastest goals (video)

Goals straight from the kick-off are generally met with greater joy than any. It gives the lucky team and supporters a break from the usual feeling and inching their way into a match. It's not such a welcome experience for either the opposing team, or those unlucky fans that are yet to make their way to their seats.

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Everton must get David Moyes successor correct

David Moyes’ defection from Everton to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Man United has set off a game of musical chairs that the world of football has been waiting for. Amidst all the hyperbole surrounding Fergie’s retirement and succession, it is easy to forget that another long era, albeit one not even half his length, is at an end. So who will end up at Everton when the music stops?

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