Kieron Dyer can leave Newcastle if the club receive an offer of �8m - but no clubs are willing to match their asking price. (various)

But Dyer's availability has apparently sparked a scramble between Arsenal and Manchester United for his services. (Daily Mirror)

Xabi Alonso will complete his �10m switch from Real Sociedad to Liverpool in time to face Manchester City on Saturday. (various)

And Alonso's imminent arrival at Anfield will spell the end of Dietmar Hamann's Liverpool career. (The Guardian)

Also leaving Liverpool is defender Steve Finnan, who is poised to join Tottenham for �2m - although Blackburn are keen on the full-back. (various)

Aston Villa boss David O'Leary is confident of signing Southampton striker James Beattie for �6m by the weekend - but Saints are holding out for �8m. (Daily Mirror)

Villa's latest offer of �4m plus Marcus Allback for Beattie has been turned down by Southampton. (Daily Telegraph)

David Moyes will quit Everton if the battle for control at Goodison Park flares up again and stops him strengthening his squad this month. (various)

Former Arsenal striker Sylvain Wiltord has been targeted by newly-promoted Spanish side Levante. (Daily Mail)

Louis Saha could make a shock return from injury for Manchester United on Saturday after it was feared he was out until Christmas. (The Sun)