The Star
Everton are prepared to cash in on striker Andy Johnson - but only if West Ham stump up £20m.
The Hammers want to sign the England international as part of their £70m summer spending spree, but until now have been met with a brick wall in their attempts to negotiate.
But there is a growing feeling inside Goodison Park that a huge offer would be too good to turn down.
The Independant
West Ham United may have to pay as much as £20m if they are to land Andrew Johnson this summer.
Although Everton have made clear that the striker is not for sale - and the manager David Moyes remains vociferous in his opposition to any deal taking place - West Ham are considering an offer that would be hard to refuse.
They are also aware of claims that Johnson's wife is unsettled on Merseyside and is keen to move back to London.
The Times
AS Roma, Everton and Newcastle are reputedly tracking Boudewijn Zenden, who has been released by Liverpool.
The Scum
Alan Smith has been told by Manchester United: You are not getting a new contract.
That will trigger a bidding war - with Everton, Spurs, Middlesbrough and Aston Villa all keen to land him.
*Every time we get any decent players no one can stand it can they! bloody paper talk get on my tits.