Wigan chairman Dave Whelan was today bracing himself for a last-minute bid from Spurs for striker Hugo Rodallega, despite the two sides meeting at White Hart Lane tonight.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is the latest potential big-name signing in Blackburn’s sights, manager Steve Kean has revealed.

Replacing Roy Hodgson with Kenny Dalglish would not solve Liverpool’s deep-rooted problems, a trio of Anfield icons have warned.

Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina admits it is currently impossible for them to compete with Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea and stressed things have to improve if they are to hold onto their star names.