Blazing Bolton want referee Rob Styles axed from the Premier League list after his howler handed Manchester United a crucial penalty. Styles pointed to the spot after Jlloyd Samuel cleanly tackled Cristiano Ronaldo, who got up to fire his side ahead and on the way to a 2-0 derby victory. Now Bolton will make a formal complaint against Styles and ask the authorities to leave him off the list next weekend - or even longer. (Daily Mirror)

Harry Redknapp, the Portsmouth manager, has denied that he will be forced to sell players in the January transfer window to offset debts, reported to be as much as £60 million. (The Times)

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish could make a surprise move for Tottenham's Egyptian midfielder Hossam Ghaly. (Daily Mail)

Preston are set to sign Derby left-back Jay McEveley on loan today after an injury to Mike Hart and the suspension of Callum Davidson. (The Sun)

Manchester United legend Eric Cantona says he fears for the future of the club after current boss Sir Alex Ferguson retires. "The philosophy of the club will never change while he is at the club," said Cantona.

Super-agent Pini Zahavi is in talks with an unnamed Asian billionaire about a takeover of Tottenham. Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has previously said he would listen to offers and values the club at about £400m. (Daily Express)

Aston Villa defender Curtis Davies has championed the England credentials of club colleague Ashley Young. "I am sure he is good enough for an England call," he said after the winger helped Villa beat Sunderland 2-1 on Saturday. (Various)

Former Newcastle chairman Sir John Hall thinks the club will never be able to break into the top four of the Premier League. (The Sun)

Motherwell boss Mark McGhee has launched a scathing attack on Uefa Cup opponents Nancy, accusing them of lacking class in their attitude to the side. (Daily Record)