SHEVCHENKO AND GUDJOHNSEN
From The MEN:
We can reveal the Ukrainian superstar’s goal scoring form with AC Milan is under scrutiny.
Sir Alex Ferguson is a long term admirer of the ex-Ukranian Footballer of the Year, who was third in the ’99 Fifa World Player of the Year poll, and with 20 goals is the ninth highest scorer in Champions League history.
Shevchenko, aged 26, has lightening pace and could be a perfect partner for Ruud van Nistelrooy.
United have not made an official move for the Kiev-born marksman, who switched to Serie A from Dynamo Kiev for £16m.
And if that fails the United boss could turn his sights on Chelsea striker Eidur Gudjohnsen, who would cost around £10m.
FORTUNE
From The Mirror:
Manchester United will listen to offers for Quinton Fortune, with Blackburn and Bolton waiting in the wings.
The South African winger, just back from injury, had a reserve run-out in midweek and will be in action on Tuesday for the second string against Blackburn.
POOM
Mart Poom in The MEN:
“Manchester United is the biggest club in the world and I would have gone there if Derby would have let me,” said the Estonian international.
“I was told that they did make a loan bid for me when Fabien Barthez was injured, and as far as I am aware that is the only bid they have made.”
“But I would like to play for them. I would learn an awful lot just being there, and once I joined the club, who knows what I might be able to achieve.
“Barthez is now fit and playing again, and now they have signed Ricardo. They also have Roy Carroll, so I think that’s it.”
D’ALESSANDRO
From The Observer:
River Plate have denied they're ready to sell Andres D'Alessandro, but admit Lazio, Barcelona, Man United and Juventus are all keen.