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Last Updated: Sunday, 26 December, 2004, 05:29 GMT
The gossip column
All the latest gossip from Sunday's newspapers.

Manchester United are grooming Sir Alex Ferguson's assistant Carlos Queiroz to take over when the Scot eventually steps down. (The Sunday Telegraph, Daily Star Sunday, News of the World, Sunday Mirror, Sunday Express)

Man Utd stars Ryan Giggs and Roy Keane will have to take massive pay cuts, increasing speculation the veteran pair may leave Old Trafford. (Sunday Mirror)

David Beckham - or his representatives - are to hold "showdown talks" with the Real Madrid hierarchy in an attempt to gain assurances over his long-term future at the club. (News of the World)

Arsenal will turn to Norwich keeper Robert Green to solve their goalkeeping problem. (Sunday Express)

Newcastle have sealed a £6m move for Southampton striker James Beattie, with defender Titus Bramble and forward Shola Ameobi moving to St Mary's as part of the deal. (The Mail on Sunday)

Everton want Beattie as well, with the same price tag quoted. (The Independent on Sunday)

Magpies boss Graeme Souness will also make a £5m move for Manchester City centre-back Sylvain Distin. (The Mail on Sunday)

But Souness could already be on borrowed time at the club, with several high-profile stars apparently keen for him to leave. (Sunday Mirror)

Barcelona are closing in on Man City striker Nicolas Anelka, and are prepared to outbid Liverpool for his services. (Daily Star Sunday)

New Southampton boss Harry Redknapp will try to convince son Jamie to help him keep the Saints in the Premiership. (News of the World)

Spurs could launch a surprise bid for Arsenal's Jermaine Pennant. (News of the World)

Charlton are lining up a £2m deal for Nottingham Forest defender Michael Dawson. (Sunday Mirror)

Everton striker Duncan Ferguson could be moving to Ipswich when his deal at Goodison Park runs out at the end of the season. (The People)



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