Sam Allardyce has hit back at David Beckham's claim that the England boss must have international or Champions League experience. (The Sun, Star)

English football is set for the biggest transfer-scam probe in the history of the game. (The Mirror, Daily Mail)

Stewart Downing is set to return for Middlesbrough on Saturday after shaking off more knee trouble. (The Sun)

Gary Megson says he was forced to quit Nottingham Forest by a bad 'atmosphere' created by frustrated fans. (The Sun)

Manchester United are planning a �6m raid for Ivory Coast midfielder Didier Zokora. (The Mirror)

Barnsley have rejected loan bids from Yeovil and Notts County for striker Daniel Nardiello. (Daily Star)

Marian Pahars has pleaded with Southampton boss George Burley for a new contract following three years of injury problems. (Daily Star)

Shay Given claims Glenn Roeder has transformed Newcastle from relegation to European candidates. (The Sun)

Tottenham have blocked a move from Leeds to sign Calum Davenport on loan. (The Sun)

Ricardo Carvalho has warned Barcelona that Chelsea might take dives in their Champions League game. (Daily Express, Daily Star)

Wigan boss Paul Jewell is set for more talks about his future - but wants assurances about his budget. (Mirror)

Neil Warnock will be offered a job for life at Sheffield United. (Mirror)

Villarreal have sparked a security alert after admitting thousands of Rangers fans have tickets for the wrong end of their ground. (Daily Record)

Tony Mowbray says the Scottish Cup semi will be a home game for Hearts if played at Murrayfield. (Record)