Sunday's gossip column: Benzema, Ibrahimovic, Hughton, Michu

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TRANSFER GOSSIP

Chelsea striker Fernando Torres, 29, is a transfer target for a Singapore-based billionaire trying to buy Spanish side Valencia.

Full story: Sunday Mirror, external

Liverpool will make a move for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, 26, if they qualify for the Champions League at the end of the season.

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Benzema has helped Real Madrid to the top of La Liga

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Swansea's Spain striker Michu, 27, is wanted by Anzhi Makhachkala, before the Russian transfer window shuts on Monday night.

Full story: Sunday People, external

Manchester United believe they have won the battle to sign Borussia Dortmund's 21-year-old Germany international midfielder Ilkay Gundogan for £25m.

Full story: Daily Star Sunday, external

Everton boss Roberto Martinez wants to tempt former Swansea midfielder Joe Allen, 23, across Stanley Park from Liverpool to Goodison Park.

Full story: Sunday Mirror, external

Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott, 31, is ready to move abroad at the end of the season with the former Everton centre-half wanted by Monaco and Besiktas.

Full story: Sun on Sunday (subscription required), external

OTHER GOSSIP

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is considering returning to the club as a coach. The 35-year-old, who is currently playing at Galatasary, has been offered the chance to work at Stamford Bridge as strikers' coach by manager Jose Mourinho.

Full story: Sunday Times (subscription required), external

Premier League strugglers Norwich City will sack manager Chris Hughton if they are beaten by Tottenham on Sunday and will target Celtic boss Neil Lennon as a replacement.

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Hughton was appointed Norwich boss in June 2012

Full story: Sunday Mirror, external

Owner Mike Ashley is willing to discuss selling Newcastle United - if someone offers £250m.

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Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville insists his old club will not finish in the Premier League top four this season.

Full story: Talksport, external

Former Swansea manager Michael Laudrup will demand an extra £1m in compensation if the Welsh club avoid relegation this season.

Full story: Sun on Sunday (subscription required), external

Tim Sherwood could keep his job as Tottenham manager even if the club fail to qualify for next season's Champions League.

Full story: Mail on Sunday, external

AND FINALLY

Scunthorpe United have revealed the secret behind their 16-match unbeaten run - their interesting selection of half-time snacks.

Full story: Metro, external

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