Barcelona are ready to test Arsenal's financial resolve by making a �30m bid for star striker Thierry Henry - and if that fails they will turn their attention to Michael Owen. (Daily Star)

Peter Reid's sacking has saved Leeds rebel Mark Viduka a fine of �130,000. (The Sun)

Sir Alex Ferguson has refused to apologise to the FA after accusing them of "doing a deal" with Arsenal over the Battle of Old Trafford. (Daily Mirror)

Michael Owen cast fresh doubts over his future by threatening to quit Liverpool unless they regain a place in the Champions League. (Daily Mail).

The conflict between Manchester United and the Football Association escalated as the Premiership champions backed Sir Alex Ferguson in his allegations of plea-bargaining in the recent Arsenal disciplinary case. (The Times)

Players, such as Rio Ferdinand, who are awaiting a disciplinary hearing will from next season be suspended until their cases have been resolved, under new rules to be introduced by the Football Association. (The Guardian)

Striker Lomana LuaLua has told boss Sir Bobby Robson he is ready to quit Newcastle. (Daily Express)