Aston Villa are refusing to take no for an answer in their bid to sign Mathieu Berson from Nantes. (The Sun)

Charlton boss Alan Curbishley is plotting a cut-price offer for England and Aston Villa striker Darius Vassell. (Daily Mirror)

Leeds midfielder James Milner travels to St James' Park to finalise his �3.6m move to Newcastle. (Daily Express)

Manchester United's Nicky Butt is also set to join Milner in a transfer to Newcastle. (The Guardian)

Everton are targeting Werder Bremen striker Angelos Charisteas as they prepare for life without Wayne Rooney. (Daily Mirror)

Barcelona have set their sights on Portuguese midfielder Deco. (The Guardian)

West Brom want Everton defender David Unsworth after his move to Bolton collapsed. (The Sun)