Newcastle defender Fabricio Coloccini, 32, is in the frame for the manager’s job at St James’ Park if Alan Pardew leaves – (The Independent)
Pardew will double his salary at Crystal Palace if his move from Newcastle to Selhurst Park is finalised – (Daily Mirror)
Newcastle have, though, targeted former Stoke and Crystal Palace manager Tony Pulis to replace Pardew – (Shields Gazette)
St Etienne manager Christophe Galtier is also among the contenders to take over at Newcastle – (Daily Telegraph)
Midfielder Samir Nasri insists Manchester City have the bottle to defend their Premier League title – (Daily Star)