Paper talk

The best football transfer rumours from today's newspapers ..

Manchester City are expected to agree a deal to sign Craig Bellamy for about £12m this week after preparing an improved bid for the Wales striker. (The Times)

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to scupper Liverpool's attempts to lure Brazilian defender Anderson from Fluminense. (The Sun)

Redknapp is losing patience with left-back Gareth Bale and wants to sell him or use him as part of a deal to land Middlesbrough midfielder Stewart Downing. (Daily Mirror)

Tottenham are pursuing Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones as Redknapp attempts to recruit an imposing target man, but the Black Cats are understood to be unwilling to sell to a club they regard as relegation rivals. (Daily Telegraph)

Mikel Arteta has denied he could be heading to either Manchester City or Arsenal in a £12m move and the midfielder has pledged his future to Everton. (Daily Mail)

Birmingham have told striker Kris Boyd his wage demands will have to be more realistic if his £3.8m move from Rangers is to go ahead. (Daily Mail)

Hearts winger Andy Driver, who has attracted the attention of Everton and Burnley, has said he is in no rush to leave Tynecastle. (Daily Record)

Celtic are hot on the trail of £3m rated Croatian midfielder Anas Sharbini. (Daily Star)

Newcastle manager Joe Kinnear will decide within the next 72 hours whether to swoop for Rangers captain Barry Ferguson. (Daily Star)