Chelsea have set aside �50m to buy David Beckham - and pay his wages - but they will not make the first move, instead relying on the England captain to request a transfer. (Daily Express)

Beckham will not leave Real Madrid unless Chelsea come in with at least a �60m bid. (Daily Mirror)

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Real Madrid boss Carlos Queiroz has ruled out a return to the Premiership, with Spurs believed to be interested in the former Manchester United assistant coach. (The Sun)

After considering his options, Rivaldo will sign for Bolton on a �4m contract. (The Independent and others)

Boro boss Steve McClaren will cover Brian Kidd's role as England's assistant coach if the former Blackburn boss fails to recover from a cancer operation in time for Euro 2004. (The Sun and others)

Aston Villa want to bring Plymouth full-back Paul Connolly to the club. (The Independent)