National Sport - August 28

steven-gerrard.jpegExpressandstar.com take a quick look around the national scene in the world of sport: -

Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard is to miss England’s World Cup qualifiers in September as he requires a groin operation.

Everton are set to complete the signing of midfielder Segundo Castillo from Red Star Belgrade, subject to a medical.

Chelsea are close to signing Real Madrid forward Robinho, according to Blues chief executive Peter Kenyon.

Russia playmaker Andrei Arshavin’s on-off summer move to Tottenham could be back on.

Members of myfootballclub.co.uk (MFC), who own Ebbsfleet United, will decide if they should accept a £140,000 offer John Akinde - through an internet vote.