Gianluca Vialli has emerged as a surprise name on the Leeds managerial hit list as chief executive Trevor Birch continue his search for a replacement for Peter Reid. (Daily Express)

David Beckham has made clear that England's players want to be included in the talks at which the Football Association agrees guidelines for future international squad selection. (The Guardian)

Tottenham caretaker boss David Pleat has relit the fuse on his bitter feud with Glenn Hoddle by insisting a cleaner could do a better job as Spurs manager. (Daily Mirror)

Michael Owen has claimed Wayne Rooney is not a natural goalscorer. (The Sun)

Sven-Goran Eriksson has told the Football Association he disapproves of its haphazard disciplinary procedures, which he says could damage England's chances at Euro 2004. (The Independent)