Transfer rumours today include Middlesborough defender Jonathan Woodgate is in talks with Spurs after the two clubs agreed a £7 million transfer fee. While Spurs defender Pascal Chimdonda insists that he will be leaving White Hart Lane for Newcastle.

Arsenal look most likely to land the precocious Gillingham player Luke Freeman for an initial fee of £500,000 rising to £1 million dependant upon appearances and international call up. The 15 year old has already appeared for the Gillingham first team.

Liverpool bosses have secured the refinancing deal that will keep Hicks and Gillett in control of the club. The pair have released revised plans for the new 70,000 all seater stadium. Manager Rafa Benitez is keen for the duo to complete the £17 million signing of on loan River Plate midfielder Mascherano, as a sign of intent.

Wigan’s Steve Bruce is hopeful of beating Roy Hodgson’s Fulham interest in Watford striker Marlon King, valued at £5 million.