Tottenham's chances of receiving the huge cash injection their fans believe they need to return to the glory days looked remote last night after the new owners, Enic, published financial results showing that it had not provided a single penny during the past six months to any of the other clubs in which it owns an interest.

However, there are signs that Daniel Levy, the Enic managing director and Spurs chairman who has committed to invest in the north London club, is building up a considerable cash armoury - up to £65 million sterling - by selling other assets to focus on football.

There was embarrassment for Enic yesterday - and another worry for Spurs fans - when plans to unveil Glenn Hoddle as Tottenham's new manager had to be cancelled at short notice because of problems working out a compensation package with Southampton.

Middlesbrough today revealed they made a sensational bid to bring Brazilian Juninho back to the Riverside Stadium for a third spell.

Coach Terry Venables confirmed the club had made an inquiry ahead of deadline day last week as they attempted to strengthen their attacking options for a tense run-in.

John Toshack is to step down as coach of Real Sociedad at the end of the season.

The former Real Madrid boss will be taking up the role of Sporting Manager.

Graham Taylor, the former England manager, is to retire from club management at the end of the season. The Watford boss, 56, has decided to bring down the curtain on a 28-year career which began with Lincoln in 1972.

Tonight's Matches

FAI National League: Premier Division - Galway United v St Patrick's Athletic, Terryland Park, 7.45. First Division - Athlone Town v Cobh Ramblers, St Mel's Park, 7.45.

English League: Division One - Tranmere v Fulham.