Buffon not joining Real Madrid, claims agent

The agent of Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has laughed off speculation linking his client with a move to Real Madrid.
Reports emanating from Spain recently have suggested that the Blancos are lining up a bid for the veteran Italian, who could face his reported suitors when Antonio Conte's men travel to Madrid for a Champions League clash on October 23.

However, the player's representative, Silvano Martina, has dismissed the notion that the 35-year-old could enjoy regular visits to the Santiago Bernabeu in the future.

He told TuttoJuve: "How am I meant to comment on a rumour like that? I do not know where it has come from, but it is pointless to even consider it.

"Real Madrid will be playing Juventus in the Champions League - and that will be the only meeting Buffon will have with them."

The Italy international, whose current deal with the Bianconeri expires in 2015, is the world's most expensive goalkeeper after joining the reigning Italian champions in a deal worth €54 million in 2001 from Parma.

Klopp won't appeal Uefa ban

Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he won't seek to overturn the touchline ban imposed upon him by Uefa.

The Borussia Dortmund coach was facing a one-game suspension in relation to his sending off during his side's Champions League defeat by Napoli last month, but a day after that fixture at the San Paolo, the punishment was doubled, meaning he will also have to watch his side's meeting with Arsenal on 22 October from the stands.

However, despite the increase in the length of his sentence, Klopp says he will not challenge the ruling.

"I stand by my responsibility and I accept the decision with a heavy heart," the 46-year-old trainer told reporters.

"My main motivation is that I do not want to give the impression to trivialise my own misconduct or want to detract from it."

Dortmund assistant coach Zeljko Buvac oversaw Dortmund's recent win over Olympique de Marseille and Klopp insists he has faith that his Bosnian sidekick can also successfully negotiate the Arsenal clash.

"I have every confidence in Zeljko and his work. He is the best coach I have ever met in my life."

David Silva could make Bayern return, reveals Pellegrini

David Silva could return to action for Manchester City's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich next Wednesday, according to Manuel Pellegrini.

Silva has not played for City since suffering a thigh injury while on international duty with Spain in August. 

And, after Tuesday's 5-0 win over Wigan Athletic in the League Cup, Pellegrini confirmed that the midfielder was unlikely to feature in the Premier League game against Aston Villa on Saturday. 

"We'll see if David is fit in the next day," Pellegrini said on Tuesday.

"The doctor understands better than me what happened – I think maybe for next Saturday I don't think he can play but maybe for next Wednesday against Bayern, he could be fit."

The City boss made 10 changes from the 4-1 win over Manchester United on Sunday for the visit of Wigan, with Micah Richards and Gael Clichy both making their returns from injury. 

Pellegrini was pleased to be able to give both players a full 90 minutes. 

"It was not easy for Micah because he hasn’t played since Bayern Munich in pre-season, it's a long time but I think he did really well because it’s not easy to be out for so long," he continued.

"This match was very important for him and for Clichy, who both came back. It was a useful match for the team."