Following T.I.'s arrest for drug possession last week, AXE body spray is considering ending their partnership with the rapper, TMZ reports. A company rep has said that AXE is "troubled" by the arrest and is planning on "reviewing our promotional activities." After signing a deal with AXE earlier this year, T.I performed his first post-prison show on AXE's "One Night Only" music platform last month in New York City. (TMZ)RONALDO:REAL WILL HAVE GREAT SEASON
Cristiano Ronaldo is undaunted by the high expectations at Real Madrid and believes that silverware is close at hand.With expectations at the Santiago Bernebeu higher with every passing season, this season could be crucial for Real after the arrival of super-coach Jose Mourinho, and Ronaldo is also of the opinion that this will be Real's year.
Speaking to his club's official website, the Portuguese said: "The goal is always the same: to win.
"We have a very good team and I am sure that if we work hard and have a little luck then we will win a title or two this year."
Ronaldo had been criticised on being too selfish in his play last season, but promised to make amends by the quality of his team play.
"I will try to score as many goals as possible this year, but I will also provide assists and help in any way I can", he added.
"Sometimes goals aren't what count.
"I am always motivated and I want to win every game I play.
"I always have the same goal: to play well, help the team and win. I want to continue improving. I am a champion."
The former Manchester United star also gave an insight towards the winning mentality that Mourinho had brought to the club.
"I enjoy the pace of training sessions.
"I love the coach's methods and I am sure that he will give us a good chance of winning.
"He is one of the best managers in the world and we will do everything in our power to win.
"Mourinho is a winner. I am very happy to work for him. I am sure we will win a title this year."
CHELSEA SWEAT ON TERRY,LAMPARD
Chelsea are waiting on the fitness of captain John Terry and midfielder Frank Lampard ahead of their trip to West Ham.
Lampard's chances of facing his former club look slight after hernia surgery although manager Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful he will be available to play.
Terry, who like Lampard missed out on England's two Euro 2012 qualifying victories over Bulgaria and Switzerland, is battling to shake off a hamstring injury in time.
Both players are understood to be back in training but Ancelotti may decide not to risk them against rock-bottom Hammers.
Ancelotti is determined not to rest on his laurels after winning the double in his first season and guiding the Blues to an unbeaten start to the new campaign.
The Barclays Premier League leaders travel to Upton Park for their London derby having scored 14 goals without reply in their opening three games.
West Ham, under former Chelsea boss Avram Grant, have yet to score from open play in the league this season - having conceded seven goals.
But despite his league and FA Cup success last season, the Italian coach still believes there is room for improvement.
"In football there are a lot of things, a lot of details that you can always improve," he said.
"Every experience can give you the possibility to improve. I had good experience before I came here and now I think I improved with this experience.
"There are not a lot of differences between Italy and England, but I think the English players have a stronger mentality, they like to work very hard on the pitch every day."
His close relationship with the players and his better understanding of English have also helped Ancelotti to get his message across to the squad without the need to raise his voice.
"I think it is better if you can explain things, mistakes, without shouting," added Ancelotti.
"Now after one year my relationship with the players is very close, so they can understand me very well and I can understand them very well.
"If you shout all the time they do not listen."
Meanwhile, it has been revealed Chelsea rejected a bid from Marseille for striker Didier Drogba last month.
Marseille president Jean-Claude Dassier admitted he made an offer for the Ivory Coast international but Chelsea were not interested.
Drogba joined Chelsea from Marseille for £24m in 2004 after just one year in the south of France but has often hinted at making a return to the club.
"We tried to bring in Drogba, but this has not been possible," said Dassier.
Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina hopes the club are not left to rue the sale of Javier Mascherano.
The Reds offloaded the Argentina international to Barcelona over the summer after it became clear that he wanted to leave Anfield.
They have been able to draft in Christian Poulsen and Raul Meireles to help plug the gap in midfield, but they are both lacking in Premier League experience.
Spanish shot-stopper Reina admits Mascherano will be greatly missed by the Reds and feels Barca have pulled off quite a coup in securing the South American's signature.
"The departure of Mascherano is a big problem for Liverpool because he is one of the best players of his type on the pitch," Reina said in the Daily Mirror.
"Javier is very competitive, very Argentinian and he always offers his maximum in every game. For Barca this is a good new thing, but it's not for us.
"Mascherano will be a positive surprise in La Liga. He is a footballer who works, works and works. Also, personally, he is a good character. He is quiet but very friendly."
Chelsea are waiting on the fitness of captain John Terry and midfielder Frank Lampard ahead of their trip to West Ham.Lampard's chances of facing his former club look slight after hernia surgery although manager Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful he will be available to play.
Terry, who like Lampard missed out on England's two Euro 2012 qualifying victories over Bulgaria and Switzerland, is battling to shake off a hamstring injury in time.
Both players are understood to be back in training but Ancelotti may decide not to risk them against rock-bottom Hammers.
Ancelotti is determined not to rest on his laurels after winning the double in his first season and guiding the Blues to an unbeaten start to the new campaign.
The Barclays Premier League leaders travel to Upton Park for their London derby having scored 14 goals without reply in their opening three games.
West Ham, under former Chelsea boss Avram Grant, have yet to score from open play in the league this season - having conceded seven goals.
But despite his league and FA Cup success last season, the Italian coach still believes there is room for improvement.
"In football there are a lot of things, a lot of details that you can always improve," he said.
"Every experience can give you the possibility to improve. I had good experience before I came here and now I think I improved with this experience.
"There are not a lot of differences between Italy and England, but I think the English players have a stronger mentality, they like to work very hard on the pitch every day."
His close relationship with the players and his better understanding of English have also helped Ancelotti to get his message across to the squad without the need to raise his voice.
"I think it is better if you can explain things, mistakes, without shouting," added Ancelotti.
"Now after one year my relationship with the players is very close, so they can understand me very well and I can understand them very well.
"If you shout all the time they do not listen."
Meanwhile, it has been revealed Chelsea rejected a bid from Marseille for striker Didier Drogba last month.
Marseille president Jean-Claude Dassier admitted he made an offer for the Ivory Coast international but Chelsea were not interested.
Drogba joined Chelsea from Marseille for £24m in 2004 after just one year in the south of France but has often hinted at making a return to the club.
"We tried to bring in Drogba, but this has not been possible," said Dassier.
REIN:LIVERPOOL MISS MASCHERANO
Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina hopes the club are not left to rue the sale of Javier Mascherano.The Reds offloaded the Argentina international to Barcelona over the summer after it became clear that he wanted to leave Anfield.
They have been able to draft in Christian Poulsen and Raul Meireles to help plug the gap in midfield, but they are both lacking in Premier League experience.
Spanish shot-stopper Reina admits Mascherano will be greatly missed by the Reds and feels Barca have pulled off quite a coup in securing the South American's signature.
"The departure of Mascherano is a big problem for Liverpool because he is one of the best players of his type on the pitch," Reina said in the Daily Mirror.
"Javier is very competitive, very Argentinian and he always offers his maximum in every game. For Barca this is a good new thing, but it's not for us.
"Mascherano will be a positive surprise in La Liga. He is a footballer who works, works and works. Also, personally, he is a good character. He is quiet but very friendly."
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