Last updated: 14:45, July 5, 2009
Hull City news
For the first time in the club’s history, Hull City play top-flight football in the 2008-09 campaign.
The Tigers, founded in 1904, won last season’s play-off final against Bristol City at Wembley - taking just five campaigns to go from the bottom to the top division.
Hull, who’s regular colours are black and amber, have played at the KC Stadium since 2002 having moved from their previous home Boothferry Park.
Key players for the 2008-09 campaign include George Boateng, Geovanni, Bernard Mendy, Peter Halmosi and Boaz Myhill.
Former Hull players that enjoy a legendary status include Dean Windass, Keith Edwards and Stuart Elliott.
Two more links for Tigers
Fulham striker Bobby Zamora and free agent right-back Lauren are being linked with Hull City.
Owen deal blow
Hull's efforts to land star striker Michael Owen look to have been in vain as he is set for a shock move to Manchester United.
Hull battle with West Ham for striker
Hull and West Ham lead the race to sign Marc-Antoine Fortune because of their financial muscle, according to Celtic's Tony Mowbray.
Striker to stay and fight
Despite reportedly being wanted by Middlesbrough, Hull striker Craig Fagan says he is ready to fight for his place.
Striker deal still on
Fraizer Campbell's agent and father has confirmed that a deal to bring the Manchester United striker to Hull is "definitely" still on.
Owen urged to join Hull
Hull veteran Nick Barmby has urged Micheal Owen to come and join him at the KC Stadium now that he is a free agent.
Defender staying put
Hull boss Phil Brown has denied that full back Sam Ricketts is about to leave the club and join Portsmouth.
Boro linked with Prem striker
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate is contemplating a move for Hull striker Caleb Folan as he prepares for life in the Championship.
Striker worry for Tigers
Hull City's hopes of landing Manchester United striker Frazier Campbell look to be in the balance after Sunderland stepped in.
£2m Hull raid reports
Portsmouth are being linked with a £2m move for Hull full-back Sam Ricketts as they look to replace Glen Johnson.
Hammers look to striker
West Ham have joined the race for Marc-Antoine Fortune and are looking to pip Hull City to the striker's signature.
Tigers serious on Owen move
Hull City boss Phil Brown insists his efforts to sign Newcastle's Micheal Owen are real and not just a publicity stunt.
Striker talks wait for Brown
Hull manager Phil Brown does not expect to get the chance to talk to Michael Owen until his Newcastle deal expires on Wednesday.
Striker opts for Hull
Hull look to have beaten Celtic to the signature of Nancy striker Marc-Antoine Fortune, according to the French club.
Brown in Owen talks admission
Phil Brown maintains his interest in Michael Owen is genuine and is optimistic he can persuade the Newcastle striker to join Hull.
