The latest gossip and rumours from the newspapers and online:
Barcelona's £10million-rated defender MARC BARTRA - a target for Manchester United and Tottenham - has been told he can leave the club in the summer, according to The Sun.
The Guardian is reporting that ANTONIO COTE has taken a step closer to taking over at Chelsea after agreeing deals with a potential backroom team.
The Daily Mirror writes that Aston Villa will target Hull boss STEVE BRUCE if Remi Garde decides to leave his role at Villa Park.
The Evening Standard reports that 17-year-old Nigerian KELECHI NWAKALI has revealed he has agreed a five-year deal with Arsenal.
The Daily Star says that RAFAEL BENITEZ wants a release clause in his contract if he takes over at Newcastle if the club are relegated.
Source: PA-WIRE
