France and Chelsea skipper Marcel Desailly could move back to Marseille if the money is right (L'Est Republicain).

New Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez is set to sign Sylvain Wiltord on a free when his Arsenal contract expires in 12 days' time (Daily Express).

Aston Villa manager David O'Leary has asked Chelsea if he can loan 20-year-old striker Carlton Cole (The Sun).

Leeds will sell youngster James Milner to Newcastle for �3.5m and former Elland Road star Gary Speed (Express).

Leeds are also moving in for Birmingham City reserve goalkeeper Ian Bennett (The Independent).