Thursday's review of the English press © EuroFootball.com

On Thursday the English press writes about the future big purchase of "AC Milan," the mysterious future of Didier Drogba at "Chelsea," "Sheffield United's" interest in eternal rivals from "Leeds" and strengthening the defense line of "Liverpool."

Wayne Rooney hinted to his friends that he will start kicking the ball next week. ("Daily Mirror")

If Andrei Shevchenko is injured at the World Cup, according to a special clause, "Chelsea" will be able to recover the 7 million pounds paid for this star. (Various)

"Liverpool" is considering offering 9.5 million pounds for "Charlton" striker Darren Bent. ("The Sun")

"Milan" plans to use the money received from selling A. Shevchenko to acquire Steven Gerrard. ("Daily Star")

"West Brom" rejected a 1 million pound offer from "Watford" for defender Paul Robinson, but Aidy Boothroyd plans to increase the proposed price. ("Daily Mirror")

"Blackburn" has entered the race to sign a contract with Red Star Belgrade's forward Nikola Zigic, valued at 7 million pounds. ("The Independent")

"Sheffield United" coach Neil Warnock is closely monitoring the star defender of Yorkshire rivals "Leeds," Matthew Kilgallon. ("The Sun")

"Blackburn" is preparing to double Morten Gamst Pedersen's salary in order to keep him at Ewood Park. ("Daily Mirror")

A new offer from Turkish club "Besiktas" for Jason Robertson, worth 2 million pounds or 30,000 pounds per week, has initiated negotiations with "Wigan" striker. (Various)

"Bolton" is exploring the possibility of attracting "Lazio" player Ousmane Dabo, who wants to receive 30,000 pounds per week. (Various)

"Newcastle" is the last club to express interest in having "Chelsea" defender Robert Huth among its ranks. ("Daily Mirror")

"Wigan" has rented out Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland for a year. ("Daily Mail")

Didier Drogba did not attend the training camp of the Ivory Coast team preparing for the World Cup, so his future at London's "Chelsea" club hangs by a thread. ("The Guardian")

Jason Euell rejected a 1.5 million pound offer from "Cardiff" because he still hopes to play for "Charlton." ("Daily Star")

Alan Curbishley also declined to take up a vacant coaching position at "Middlesbrough" club. ("Daily Express")

"QPR" would like to rent out Manchester City player Bradley Wright-Phillips for a year. ("Daily Express")

"Aston Villa" rushed to offer Danny Mills a new contract, after Manchester City hinted that he is no longer needed on the team. ("Daily Express")

"Portsmouth" is ready to compete for Celtic striker John Hartson. ("Daily Record")

Brondby forward John Elmander, who is closely watched by "Rangers," received encouragement to move to "Ibrox" faster. ("Daily Record")