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On Monday, the English press writes that there is a possibility that Alan Curbishley will become the new coach of "Norwich," the head strategist of "Burnley" is the main favorite to take over the coaching position at "West Brom," the job of "Watford" coach Aidy Boothroyd is safe, England national team coach Steve McClaren believes in Wayne Rooney's success, W. Rooney's childhood idol, A. Johnson will not be able to help England due to an injury and the duo from the Scotland national team will also miss the match against France, extended investigations into corruption in football, criticism of fraudster Didier Zokora, and accusations against Joey Barton.
Former "Charlton" head coach Alan Curbishley was seen at the "Norwich" stadium, fueling rumors that he might replace Nigel Worthington, who was fired from the "Canaries" coach position after losing to "Burnley" on Sunday. (Various)
It has been revealed that Steve Cotterill, who led "Burnley" to third place in the Championship league, is one of the main favorites to take over the coaching position at "West Brom." ("Daily Mirror")
Former "Leeds" coach Kevin Blackwell is close to reaching a compensation agreement with the club after being dismissed from his head coach duties last month. ("Daily Mail")
"Watford" president Graham Simpson has promised that coach Aidy Boothroyd's job is safe - even if his team finishes in last place in the English Premier League standings. (Various)
"West Ham" captain Nigel Reo-Coker is facing a serious conversation with coach Alan Pardew after the player threw his captain's armband to the ground and insulted the coach when he was substituted in the Sunday match against "Reading." ("The Sun")
England national team coach Steve McClaren admitted that "Man Utd" striker Wayne Rooney is not in his best form, but assured that the 20-year-old striker will have his say in the 2008 European Championship qualifying matches against Macedonia and Croatia. ("Daily Mirror")
W. Rooney revealed that his childhood hero was Swedish national team full-back Anders Limpar, who played for W. Rooney's former team, "Everton," in the past decade. ("The Sun")
Former "Tottenham" coach Glenn Hoddle called current club defender Didier Zokora a "fraud" after the player blatantly dived, resulting in a penalty given to "Portsmouth," who went on to win 2-1. (Various)
"Portsmouth" owner Alexandre Gaydamak wants to move the club from the 108-year-old "Fratton Park" and is willing to abandon plans to renovate the stadium in the same location. ("Daily Mirror")
The Premier League investigation into illegal transfer fees will reveal suspicions of at least 8 clubs being involved in this scandal. ("Daily Mail")
The head of the football bribery inquiry, Lord Stevens, must convince the Premier League leadership that it is worth extending the investigation to include deals with European clubs. ("Daily Mail")
Steve McClaren denied that the Football Association (FA) wants to dismiss his agent Colin Gordon after the latter claimed that corruption is rampant in football. (Various)
Assistant referee Andy Halliday, who incorrectly noted "Liverpool" goalkeeper Pepe Reina handling the ball outside the penalty area in a match against "Bolton," could be expelled from the Premier League. ("Daily Mail")
A new age discrimination law could mean that older footballers will start demanding the same contracts as younger ones - which would mean the disappearance of one-year contracts for players over 30. ("The Times")
Andy Johnson is afraid he may not be able to play for the England national team because he injured his ankle while playing for "Everton." ("Daily Mail")
"Man City" midfielder Joey Barton could face charges of misconduct from the Football Association (FA) within 24 hours, as the player showed his bare behind to the spectators gathered at the stadium after the match against "Everton" on Saturday. ("The Times")
Scotland national team duo Russell Anderson and Graeme Murty may not play in the team as they suffered injuries while playing for their clubs ahead of the match against France on Saturday. ("Daily Record")
Arthur Numan suggested that Alex McLeish should leave the position of coach of "Rangers" after the club won all three trophies in 2003 - and after stepping down, A. McLeish admitted to A. Numan that he should have listened to his advice. ("Daily Record")
