Speculation suggests that Everton appear resigned to losing Wayne Rooney.

Everton, who are currently £40million in debt, are desperate to keep the teenage England striker.

But The Sun report that Everton owner Bill Kenwright admitted selling Rooney would "revitalise the club’s finances."

Rooney has been offered a five-year contract to stay at Goodison, but he appears unwilling to commit himself for so long and that could lead to him being made available.

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The Daily Mirror claim Patrick Vieira is set to hand in a transfer request this week, paving the way for a£30million switch to Real Madrid.

The Arsenal midfielder will meet coach Arsene Wenger later this week when he links up with his team-mates in Arsenal for a pre-season tour.

And Wenger’s worst fears are likely to be realised as he loses his battle to keep the man who was the heartbeat of the team which dominated the Premiership last season.

Vieria’s desire to add a Champions League winner’s medal to his collection has apparently led to him deciding to move on.

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Rivaldo has had an astonishing change of heart and told Bolton he wants to join them, according to the Daily Mirror.

Rivaldo appeared to have rejected the chance to sign for Bolton following lengthy talks.

But after contacting manager Sam Allardyce at the weekend to ask if he still wanted him, he has been told to report for Bolton’s pre-season training camp in Portugal.

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Chris Coleman cannot wait for Andy Cole to spearhead Fulham’s attack this season.

Cole, 32, has signed a tw-year deal with the Cottagers after leaving Blackburn.

"It is a massive boost to get someone of his quality and pedigree," said Coleman. "Andy will fit in with the system we play and he is very keen and hungry for success." (The Sun)

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Portsmouth will resume their search for anew striker after Preston’s Ricardo Fuller failed a medical.

Boss Harry Redknapp withdrew his £2million offer after consulting a specialist following concerns over a knee problem.

Pompey chairman Milan Mandaric said: "This is a very unfortunate situation." (The Sun).