Jose Mourinho's impending move to Chelsea has been thrown into doubt because of disagreements with owner Roman Abramovich over potential transfer targets. (The Independent)

Chelsea are 'certain' to confirm Porto's Jose Mourinho as their new boss by the end of the month. (The Times)

Liverpool will delay moving for a new boss until Porto coach Jose Mourinho's future is confirmed. (The Sun)

Former Anfield great Kenny Dalglish is set to help out at Liverpool. (Daily Mirror)

Charlton boss Alan Curbishley is the likely successor to Gerard Houllier should the Frenchman leave Anfield any time soon. (The Daily Telegraph)

Boro boss Steve McLaren emerged as a serious threat to Charlton's Alan Curbishley to take over as Liverpool manager. (Daily Mail)

Leeds striker Alan Smith is set to join Manchester United for �6m. (The Sun)

Manchester United have agreed a �6m deal to sign Argentine defender Gabriel Heinze. (Daily Mirror)

Spanish star Fernando Morientes looks set to join Juventus instead of Chelsea (The Guardian)

Leeds have agreed a secret deal with Tottenham that gives Spurs first option to buy teenage striker James Milner. (The Sun)

Kevin Blackwell will be appointed Leeds manager within the next 24 hours (The Guardian)

Brentford boss Martin Allen is targeting former West Ham and Charlton star Paolo di Canio. (The Sun)