Transfer news, rumours and gossip from Monday's papers
From today's Daily Mirror:
Liverpool set for cash boost - but still face losing Torres
Birmingham owner vows to spend big this summer
Beye escapes O'Neill wrath after admitting he wants to quit Villa
Parker not giving up hope of England World Cup call-up
Beckham's World Cup dream ended by torn Achilles tendon
From today's other papers:
Trying to sign
Wayne Rooney
and linking him up with former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo has beocme an "obsession" for
Real Madrid
, says president Ramon Calderon. (The Sun)
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is considering making a move for Manchester United goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak . The Pole wants more game time and Villa want competition for 39- year-old Brad Friedel and his compatriot Brad Guzan. (Daily Mail)
Italian newspapers are reporting that Juventus would allow goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon sign for Manchester City - but only for £32million. (The Times)
Jose Mourinho is already in full flow with his mind games ahead of his Champions League tie at Chelsea this week. The Inter boss is claiming he will have home advantage at Chelsea's ground. "Everybody knows Mourinho doesn't lose at Stamford Bridge. My record is unbeatable," he said. (The Sun)
Liverpool cannot afford to sack Rafa Benitez , as he has a clause in his contract guaranteeing him a £16million should he get the boot. (Daily Mail)
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