Tuesday's 3rd March gossip column
TRANSFER GOSSIP
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham is closing in on extending his loan deal to AC Milan, with the Italians keen on making the move permanent next year. (Various)
Tottenham defender Ledley King wants a new contract, despite his persistent knee injury. (Daily Star)
Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies is eyeing Reading striker Leroy Lita to help his side. (Daily Star)
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp is looking to undertake a summer clear-out, with midfielder David Bentley set for the exit door. (The Independent)
Aston Villa striker John Carew could be in line for a shock departure in the summer. (Daily Mirror)
Crystal Palace are hoping to sign Sunderland forward Anthony Stokes on loan for the rest of the season. (Daily Mail)
OTHER GOSSIP
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink is determined to halt Manchester United's quest for five trophies this season in a rallying cry reminiscent of Kevin Keegan's outburst during Newcastle's 1996 title battle. (Various)
With the Blues seven points behind Premier League leaders Manchester United, the Dutchman has a message to Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of Tuesday's visit to Portsmouth: "I'd love to stop him. I hope we can stop him." (The Sun)
Manchester United's Carling Cup goalkeeping hero Ben Foster has earned a new four-year contract, with talks set to begin over a deal worth £1.5m. (Various)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez remains downcast after his side's loss to Middlesbrough and injuries to key players such as Fernando Torres. (The Guardian)
Hull striker Geovanni faces a huge fine after reacting angrily to being substituted on Sunday against Blackburn. (The Sun)
Portsmouth defender Sol Campbell wants football authorities to deduct points from clubs whose fans are responsible for indecent and racist chanting. (Various)
Scotland's highest profile players are set to hear about new laws for next season, with an elite pool of about 30 players being made available for drug testing at a specified address for one hour every day. (Daily Record)
AND FINALLY
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy is staying cool, despite his team winning only once in 11 league games. He says: "If my wife leaves me - now THAT'S a crisis!" (The Sun)
Meanwhile, Southampton's new boss Mark Wotte wants his players to 'live like monks' to help avoid relegation. The Dutchman said: "They have to sleep in the kitchen, drink only water, and have proper food. I tell them to send their wives to a resort and have a good sleep." (Various)
TRANSFER GOSSIP
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham is closing in on extending his loan deal to AC Milan, with the Italians keen on making the move permanent next year. (Various)
Tottenham defender Ledley King wants a new contract, despite his persistent knee injury. (Daily Star)
Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies is eyeing Reading striker Leroy Lita to help his side. (Daily Star)
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp is looking to undertake a summer clear-out, with midfielder David Bentley set for the exit door. (The Independent)
Aston Villa striker John Carew could be in line for a shock departure in the summer. (Daily Mirror)
Crystal Palace are hoping to sign Sunderland forward Anthony Stokes on loan for the rest of the season. (Daily Mail)
OTHER GOSSIP
Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink is determined to halt Manchester United's quest for five trophies this season in a rallying cry reminiscent of Kevin Keegan's outburst during Newcastle's 1996 title battle. (Various)
With the Blues seven points behind Premier League leaders Manchester United, the Dutchman has a message to Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of Tuesday's visit to Portsmouth: "I'd love to stop him. I hope we can stop him." (The Sun)
Manchester United's Carling Cup goalkeeping hero Ben Foster has earned a new four-year contract, with talks set to begin over a deal worth £1.5m. (Various)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez remains downcast after his side's loss to Middlesbrough and injuries to key players such as Fernando Torres. (The Guardian)
Hull striker Geovanni faces a huge fine after reacting angrily to being substituted on Sunday against Blackburn. (The Sun)
Portsmouth defender Sol Campbell wants football authorities to deduct points from clubs whose fans are responsible for indecent and racist chanting. (Various)
Scotland's highest profile players are set to hear about new laws for next season, with an elite pool of about 30 players being made available for drug testing at a specified address for one hour every day. (Daily Record)
AND FINALLY
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy is staying cool, despite his team winning only once in 11 league games. He says: "If my wife leaves me - now THAT'S a crisis!" (The Sun)
Meanwhile, Southampton's new boss Mark Wotte wants his players to 'live like monks' to help avoid relegation. The Dutchman said: "They have to sleep in the kitchen, drink only water, and have proper food. I tell them to send their wives to a resort and have a good sleep." (Various)