The latest gossip and rumours from the newspapers and online:
The Daily Mirror is reporting that Southampton have rejected an offer from Liverpool of £8million for their Republic of Ireland international striker SHANE LONG.
The Sun writes that Manchester City are set to back a bid for West Ham's 17-year-old midfielder REECE OXFORD.
Tottenham are ready to step up their bid to sign Fulham striker MOUSSA DEMBELE, according to The Evening Standard. The 19-year-old has scored 11 goals so far this season.
The Daily Mail reports that ASHLEY COLE has agreed terms to move to the MLS with LA Galaxy after coming to terms with Roma to terminate his contract.
And finally, Arsenal right-back MATHIEU DEBUCHY has spoken to Aston Villa manager Remi Garde about a potential move to Villa Park, reports the Daily Mirror.
Source: PA-WIRE
