Real Madrid push Figo towards Bolton, Newcastle

The likes of Bolton Wanderers and Newcastle United are favourites to land Real Madrid winger Luis Figo ahead of any Spanish interest.

Figo has several offers on the table from Qatar, Japan, England and Spain, but needs to stay in Europe to pursue his 2006 World Cup ambitions.

Real are refusing to sell the Portugal international to a Spanish Liga rival, leaving the way clear for a move to the Premiership for the former World Player of the Year.