Gazza says no

Middlesbrough are the odds on favourites to sign Paul Gascoigne should he definitely leave Rangers.

The England midfielder would jump at the chance to return to his native north east and link up with his boyhood idol and friend Bryan Robson.

Palace's hopes have all but disappeared after Mark Golberg failed to persuade Terry Venables to sign as manager.

As for Curcic...?

Sasa Curcic could yet still move to Palace before tomorrow's transfer deadline after solving his work permit problems.

His decision to wed his long term girlfriend has meant he no longer faces having to return home to Yugoslavia and is still available at a cut price £1m. The midfielder has hardly featured in Villa's first team since his £4m move from Bolton.

Palace Radio

As always, Palace Radio 1278am will be bringing listeners the best possible coverage of Saturday's crunch clash with Spurs. The station broadcasts from 10am-8pm with live commentary from 2.50pm.

Join in by calling 07000 472 5223.

Eagles teaser

Name the Palace central defender who began his career with Tottenham.

Last week: 6-1 v Southend: scorers were Muscat, Houghton, Freedman, Dyer, Veart and Ndah.

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