Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren had a second interview for the England job on Monday. (Daily Mirror)

David Beckham says he wants to end his career in the US. (Daily Mirror)

Wayne Rooney's representatives are going to come to a deal over the England star's reported �700,000 gambling debts. (Various)

Chelsea's Didier Drogba says some of the Blues' new signings are less mentally tough than last season's squad. (The Sun)

Tottenham want to bring Charlton striker Darren Bent to White Hart Lane, with a �6m bid likely. (Daily Mail)

England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson went to China at the weekend to publicise a property company, rather than watch Premiership action. (The Times)

Blackburn want to sign Birmingham's Emile Heskey. (Daily Mirror)

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has hinted he may not offer Robbie Fowler a new deal, preferring to look for a younger striker. (Daily Mirror)

Wolves boss Glenn Hoddle could be out of a job at the end of the season. (Daily Express)

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is urging his players to relax for the rest of the season. (The Times)

A special golden ball will be used in the World Cup final which the winners will be allowed to use in all matches for the next four years. (The Times)

The average basic salary of a Premiership footballer is �676,000. (The Independent)

Graham Rix, who was sacked as Hearts coach in March, wants a quick return to the sport. (Daily Record)