William Gallas will buy himself out of the remaining year of his contract at Chelsea unless they agree to sell him within a fortnight. (The Independent)

Ruud van Nistelrooy is demanding �4.5m to leave Manchester United. (The Sun)

Terry Venables is the shock contender being considered for a return to Middlesbrough. (Daily Mail)

Oliver Kahn will quit international football after the World Cup according to Bayern Munich chief Karl Heinz Rummenigge. (The Independent)

Charlton are to approach Hull City to interview Peter Taylor for the vacant manager's job. (Daily Mail)

Everton are willing to sell Andy van der Meyde because of concerns over his fitness. (The Independent)

Uefa Cup champions Seville have joined Everton in the race to sign Wolves star Joleon Lescott. (The Sun)

Barcelona star Samuel Eto'o says he will give Arsenal star Theo Walcott his shirt if they meet at the Champions League final next week. (Various)

Striker Andy Johnson will tell Crystal Palace he wants to quit the club. (Daily Mail)

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp is lining up a move for Wigan striker Henri Camara. (Daily Express)

Manchester City are considering a move for Manchester United's South African utility midfielder Quinton Fortune. (Daily Mail)