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On Saturday, the English press writes about "Chelsea" desire to acquire Dimitar Berbatov, "Arsenal" interest in Arouna Kone, the possible takeover by "Man City" and becoming another super club, Sir Alex Ferguson's kisses, and "Newcastle" players' dissatisfaction with short vacations.
"Chelsea" wants to acquire "Tottenham" attacking star D. Berbatov. (various)
"Newcastle" manager Glenn Roeder has changed his mind and now wants to add "Portsmouth" center-back Sol Campbell to the team. ("News of the World")
"Liverpool" is named as the favorite to beat "Chelsea" in the battle for the young "Man City" right-back Micah Richards. (The People)
"Everton" and Victor Anichebe's negotiations for a new contract are nearing a successful conclusion. (Sunday Mirror)
"Arsenal" is interested in PSV Eindhoven and Ivory Coast national team striker A. Kone, who is valued at around 4 million pounds. ("News of the World")
"Sunderland" are willing to offer 4 million pounds for "Man City" midfielder Joey Barton who has recently expressed dissatisfaction. ("The People")
"Birmingham" striker Mikael Forssell's wage demands could lead to him leaving the team. ("News of the World")
"Portsmouth" manager Harry Redknapp would like to acquire Argentine defender Fabricio Coloccini, who plays for La Coruna's "Deportivo". ("The People")
"Everton" goalkeeper Richard Wright is desired to be brought back by his former club "Ipswich". ("News of the World")
"Aston Villa" will spend 12.5 million pounds to acquire "Liverpool" striker Craig Bellamy and Polish goalkeeper Artur Boruc. (Sunday Mirror)
"Middlesbrough" are eyeing "Portsmouth" defender Sean Davies valued at 2.5 million pounds. ("News of the World")
Cameroonian defender Achille Emana may leave "Toulouse" and move to "Aston Villa". ("News of the World")
"Derby" head coach Billy Davies promised to fight with all his might to keep "Tottenham" target Giles Barnes in the team, even if they don't make it to the Premier League. (Sunday Mirror)
"Hibernian" striker Chris Killen, who will be without a team after the season, is likely to sign a contract with "Hearts". ("The Sunday Mirror")
"Bolton" manager Sam Allardyce may have made a big mistake by stating that he is leaving the team and hoping to have a guaranteed place at "Man City" club. ("News of the World", "Daily Mail")
If "West Ham" stay in the Premier League, other clubs may take legal action against them for avoiding a points deduction penalty, not entirely legally acquiring Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano last year. (Sunday Express)
Former Prime Minister of Thailand Thaksin Shinawatra stated his intention to turn "Manchester City" into a world-class club. ("News of the World")
Ray Ranson, who also wants to acquire the Manchester team, plans to bring former club leader Francis Lee to his team. ("The People")
"Arsenal" manager Arsene Wenger hinted that he may not renew his contract ending in 2008 if the team does not win any trophies next season. (various)
Former England national team coach Sven-Goran Eriksson admitted that after losing to Portugal in the World Cup in Germany, he had to experience many sleepless nights. ("Sunday Times")
A consortium led by Sheffield United's director Mike McDonald may take over the potentially relegated "Leeds" club in the third most powerful English league. (Sunday Express)
Former "Tottenham" striker and German national team coach Jurgen Klinsmann may leave the United States and coach a team in England next season. ("Daily Mail")
"Manchester United" manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who did not hide his joy, said he could kiss his "Bolton" counterpart Sam Allardyce once or twice, whose team drew 2-2 with "Chelsea". (various)
Meanwhile, Jose Mourinho admitted that the title race has almost ended and now "Man Utd" 'will no longer feel pressure'. (various)
Portuguese coach still doesn't give up and added: "Mathematically we still have a chance, and as long as it exists, we must believe." (various)
"Chelsea" striker Didier Drogba stated that Cristiano Ronaldo deserves the Player of the Year award, but personally, he would rather win trophies with the team. ("News of the World")
The anger of "Newcastle" players was caused by manager Glenn Roeder's decision to shorten vacations even if the team does not qualify for the Intertoto Cup and go on a tour in South Africa to better prepare for the new season. ("The People")
