Michael Owen is set to complete an �8,5m dream move to Real Madrid from Liverpool, who will also get teenage midfielder Juanfran as part-payment for the striker. (Daily Express)

Owen, though, is unhappy with the way he has been treated, claiming he is being forced out of Liverpool and did not instigate the deal. (The Sun)

Also seemingly displeased is Patrick Vieira, whose on-off transfer to Real is currently.... off. Arsenal have increased their valuation of the midfielder and the Spanish giants have responded by suspending talks. (Daily Mail)

James Beattie is a striker actively seeking a move after officially asking to leave Southampton - Charlton are favourites to sign him. (The Sun)

However, Aston Villa have offered 31-year-old Swedish striker Marcus Allback in part-exchange for Beattie. (The Guardian)

Everton have signed PSV Eindhoven defender Jurgen Colin on loan for the rest of the season. (The Sun)

Tottenham have been told they will need to pay �7m to secure the services of Bayern Munich midfielder Owen Hargreaves. (The Sun)

But the transfer fees may not be the sticking point, as Hargreaves cannot agree personal terms with the north London club. (Daily Mail)