Barcelona are ready to make a �30m move to tempt Frank Lampard away from Chelsea if Michael Ballack moves to Stamford Bridge. (Express, Mail)

Arsene Wenger has backed Ashley Cole to bounce back after his decision to sue two newspapers. (Various)

Sir Alex Ferguson has told Ruud van Nistelrooy that Louis Saha is a threat to his position as Man Utd's first choice striker. (Various)

Blackburn boss Mark Hughes has begun talks on a new deal which could see him net a 50% pay rise. (Daily Express)

Yakubu has vowed to stay at Middlesbrough despite double-your-money offers from Manchester United and Arsenal. (Daily Express)

West Ham are poised to make a �6m move for Argentina hard-man Aldo Duscher. (Daily Express)

Jose Mourinho has re-ignited his feud with Liverpool by attacking Rafa Benitez's tactics. (The Sun)

Hernan Crespo admits Chelsea did clobber Lionel Messi in their fiery Champions League clash. (The Sun)

Thierry Henry says Arsenal could suffer an "absolute disaster" if they concentrate solely on the Champions League. (The Sun)

Real Madrid are plotting to lure Cesc Fabregas back to Spain. (The Sun)

Newcastle are poised to try to lure Diego Forlan back to the Premiership with an �8m bid. (The Mirror)

Bryan Robson fears his status as a former England captain will prevent him receiving the credit he deserves in management. (The Mirror)

Rangers are preparing a �1m summer bid for Hearts and Scotland defender Andy Webster. (Daily Express, Daily Star)