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SAM ALLARDYCE has stated his interest in becoming Everton's next manager and would relish the chance to 'put the team back together'. Everton are continuing to take their time in finding Ronald Koeman's permanent successor and David Unsworth will see out the next two games before the international break. They are in the bottom three after a dreadful start to the season, and Allardyce believes he has the expertise to get them out of trouble. 'Who knows? I'd have to consider that, if that phone call happens,' he said. 'I've been in this position a number of times in the last three clubs I've had and I just put the team back to basics.' [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

TROY DEENEY is facing a three-match ban after being charged with violent conduct by the FA for 'gouging' the face of Stoke's Joe Allen. Watford's captain was cautioned by Michael Oliver but the referee did not see the specific incident of Deeney digging his thumbnails into Allen's cheeks. Watford have until 6pm today to respond. Club insiders say they will decide this morning whether to contest the charge. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

TOTTENHAM are hopeful Harry Kane will be fit to face Real Madrid at Wembley tomorrow. The striker missed the loss to Manchester United on Saturday with a hamstring injury. The club will err on the side of caution but believe Kane is on course in his recovery. A win against Real would secure Tottenham a place in the knockout stages if Dortmund and APOEL draw the other game in the group. Meanwhile, Spurs have banned two supporters for life for their involvement in throwing a cup of urine at West Ham fans at Wembley last Wednesday. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

ANTONIO CONTE wants John Terry to be given a oneyear extension at Chelsea — even if it means the club captain joining his backroom staff. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE fiancee of a French student who was tortured and murdered with his friend fled a court in tears yesterday as she heard the 'hideous terror' they endured. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE fiancée of a French student who was tortured and murdered with his friend fled a court in tears yesterday as she heard the 'hideous terror' they endured. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]