The latest transfer gossip, rumours and damned lies

David Beckham to Manchester City
After Landon Donovan’s best friend said he would be open to a return to the Premier League, the Citizens have become the front runners for his signature when he returns from MLS purgatory. No one at the club has admitted a move for the former England captain is on the cards, but he would fit into their “strategic plan to become a global brand”.

The Spoiler truth-o-meter: We think Ancelotti’s Chelsea would have a better shout, but Beckham has always said his heart is in Manchester…

Gareth Bale to Roma
Despite having never won a Premier League match in which he has started, the 19-year-old Welshman has won the affections of AC Milan and Roma, say The Mirror. The latter are said to be leading the chase, and may take advantage of a loan or cash deal.

The Spoiler truth-o-meter: If Roma are genuinely interested, Harry Redknapp would probably drive him to the airport himself.

Abbey Clancy’s boyfriend to Fulham
The Sun believe Crouchie will be on his way to West London if the Cottagers can extract £6m from Hull from the services of Bobby Zamora. Just like potential suitors Sunderland, Fulham will offer £11m, but they can also boast the prospect of European football.

The Spoiler truth-o-meter: Prospective owner Sulaiman Al-Fahim may try to persuade him to stay, but after accusing the south coast club of “going backwards” last month, a move to London seems imminent.