Review of the English press © EuroFootball.com

For the past few days, the English press has been writing about Michael Owen's loyalty to "Newcastle", Patrick Vieira's clash with Zlatan Ibrahimović, Ashley Cole's move to Madrid's "Real", the relentless UEFA leader Lennart Johansson, Robert Pires' negotiations with "Benfica", Milan Baroš' outburst of anger, Rafael Benitez's favorite in the England captain selection, and the current struggles of the England national team captain with airplanes.

Despite recent scandalous reports about Steve McClaren's private life, he still hopes to coach the England national team. ("The Sun")

Michael Owen has promised "Newcastle" fans that he will definitely stay at "St James' Park" next season. ("The Sun")

Steve Bruce is worried that if "Birmingham" withdraws from the Premier League, he may be dismissed from the manager's position of the "Blues". ("Daily Express")

Next summer, Ashley Cole is preparing to leave London's "Arsenal" and is likely to join Madrid's "Real" team. ("Daily Mirror")

Contrary to doctors' predictions, "Middlesbrough" goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer may recover in time for the UEFA Cup final. ("Daily Star")

"Man City" coach Stuart Pearce is ready to part ways with Joey Barton in order to attract Madrid's "Real" player Thomas Gravesen. ("The Sun")

In the upcoming player market, "West Ham" coach Alan Pardew plans to spend £20 million. ("Daily Star")

"Liverpool" coach Rafael Benitez is convinced that Steven Gerrard would be a great captain for the England national team. ("Daily Mirror")

"Aston Villa" coach David O'Leary must sell his current stars if he wants to acquire new players to strengthen the team. ("The Sun")

Harry Redknapp wants to stay at "Portsmouth" club for the next season. ("Daily Mirror")

"Sheffield United" is trying to strengthen their squad for the next season in the Premier League and is planning to offer £2.5 million for "QPR" defender Danny Shittu. ("Daily Mail")

During training, two Turin "Juventus" stars clashed: Patrick Vieira and Zlatan Ibrahimović. ("The Sun")

"Charlton" coach Alan Curbishley wants to acquire "West Brom" defender Paul Robinson. ("Daily Mirror")

"Reading" defender James Harper declined the opportunity to represent the Ghana team in the FIFA World Cup. ("The Sun")

"Arsenal" player Robert Pires met with representatives of "Benfica" and discussed the possibility of playing in Portugal next season. ("Daily Mirror")

"Ipswich" is selling the Spaniard Sito, who failed to fit into the team successfully. ("Daily Star")

"West Brom" chairman Jeremy Peace surprised Bryan Robson and his players, who are facing relegation to the Championship, by going on a long vacation to the Caribbean. ("Daily Mirror")

For the next season, "Everton" intends to loan "Man Utd" player Tim Howard. ("The Sun")

After losing to "Man City" with a score of 0-1, Milan Baroš was deeply hurt, but has now reconciled with coach David O'Leary. ("Daily Star")

"QPR" chairman Gianni Palladini made it clear that he expects the "Rs" to play in the playoffs next season. ("The Independent")

Paul Gallagher is planning to leave "Blackburn" and seek happiness in another team where he could regularly play in the first team. ("The Sun")

The BBC, the national broadcaster of Great Britain, wishes for the FA Cup final to be moved from the traditional time of 3pm to 1pm. ("Daily Mail")

"Wolverhampton" coach Glenn Hoddle wants to attract Matt Oakley, a free agent who previously played for "Southampton". ("The Sun")

"Birmingham" intends to offer £750,000 for Austrian-born "Leicester" defender Patrick Kisnorbo. ("Daily Express")

In 2007, Lennart Johansson's term as UEFA president will end, and even though he is already 76 years old, he plans to run for another term. ("Daily Telegraph")

"Sheffield United" has joined the group of many clubs vying for "Crewe" defender Madjid Bougherra. ("Daily Star")

"Bolton" coach Sam Allardyce visited Spain to personally sign a contract with defender Antonio Lopo. ("Daily Mirror")

Emre's agent revealed that two Italian clubs are making every effort to lure the Turkish star away from "Newcastle". ("The Independent")

Colin Lee, who was dismissed by "Saddlers" two years ago, plans to join the coaching team at "Walsall". ("The Sun")

Zlatan Ibrahimović's representatives denied rumors that the Swedish striker plans to leave Turin "Juventus" in the summer and move to London's "Chelsea". By the way, the alleged deal is valued at £25 million. ("The Independent")

"Hearts" is using the services of a doctor from Lithuania to help resolve internal conflicts within the team. ("Daily Record")

Lately, "Tranmere" team has not been happy with great results, so coach Brian Little may be forced to leave the club. ("Daily Mirror")

Bryan Robson stated that even if "West Brom" withdraws from the Premier League, he will be able to keep their key players, but he added, "everything has its price". ("Daily Telegraph")

"Derby County" intends to offer £750,000 for energetic "Southend" forward Freddy Eastwood. ("The Sun")

In the summer, "Fulham" will try to sign a long-term contract with Wayne Bridge, whom they loaned from "Chelsea". ("Daily Star")

Ricardo Carvalho refused to deny rumors that he plans to leave London's "Chelsea" team – it is speculated that he will join Madrid's "Real". ("Daily Mail")

"Blackburn" gently warned all clubs trying to poach their brightest stars. ("The Times")

Jonathan Woodgate, who suffered a serious injury, is training with his former club "Leeds United". ("The Independent")

David Beckham planned to fly to the "Adidas" advertising campaign in London on a private plane, but with an engine failure, he had to transfer to a regular airline liner. ("The Guardian")

"Cardiff City" is optimistic about signing a contract with "Celtic" forward John Hartson. ("The Sun")

"Man City" wants to acquire "Blackburn" captain Andy Todd. ("Daily Mirror")

Forward Michael Bridges may ignore former "Leeds" coach David O'Leary's invitation to join "Aston Villa" and stay at "Carlisle" club. ("Daily Star")

"Leicester" is eager to sign a long-term contract with Andy Welsh, who was loaned from "Sunderland". ("Daily Telegraph")

"Spurs" has joined the battle to sign "Derby" defender Giles Barnes. ("Daily Mirror")

Peter Coates, the owner of a giant internet betting company, intends to bid £7 million for "Stoke City" club. ("The Guardian")

Hearts owner Vladimir Romanov announced that he is selling Andy Webster and accused his agent of double-dealing, trying to secure a deal with "Rangers". ("Daily Record")

Stiliyan Petrov's agent admitted that it is unlikely for the 26-year-old player to find a bigger club than "Celtic". ("Daily Record")