Villas-Boas has Blues backing

Andre Villas-Boas has insisted he still has the backing of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, despite last night's 2-1 loss to Liverpool.

It was the third defeat in four games for Villas-Boas, but the Portuguese manager refused to admit he was under pressure at Stamford Bridge.

David Beckham is set to reveal his future following LA Galaxy's triumph in the MLS Cup last night. Beckham has been linked with a return England.

Harry Redknapp returns to the Tottenham dugout tonight following minor heart surgery, looking for a win that would see his side move up to third.

AC Milan assistant coach Mauro Tassotti has confirmed his side's interest in Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez.

Chelsea are once again being linked with a £20m bid for Newcastle midfielder Cheick Tiote in this morning's newspapers.

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering a move for Germany and FC Köln striker Lukas Podolski next summer.

Liverpool are facing competition from Inter Milan for the signature of PSV Eindhoven midfielder Kevin Strootman.

And finally Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to make a £25m offer for Arsenal target and Borussia Dortmund playmaker Mario Gotze.