From the Back Pages, May 13: Hodgson gives youth a chance at World Cup

Jack Wilshere, Luke Shaw, Ross Barkley, Raheem Sterling and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain have been included in the England squad for the World Cup. (The Independent)
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CHELSEA have agreed a fee of £32m with Atletico Madrid for their star hitman Diego Costa. (The Express)

Rio Ferdinand is leaving Manchester United after 12 years, with the club having decided against offering him a new contract. The defender’s departure was confirmed on the day United had a £27m bid for Southampton’s Luke Shaw rejected, signalling that a summer of rebuilding has begun in earnest. (The Guardian)

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Juan Mata has admitted only winning the title can make up for Manchester United’s disastrous season. (The Mirror)

Harry Houdini! QPR joy as Austin double sends Redknapp’s men to Wembley after dramatic extra time win over Wigan. (Daily Mail)

Randy Lerner has confirmed Aston Villa is up for sale after the club limped to Premier League safety. (The Telegraph)