Press Gossip - 2024

Saturday's newspapers


THE SUN

Arsenal are lining up a £55m bid for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde.

Jamie Vardy has been tipped to move to Wrexham when he leaves Leicester at the end of the season.

THE TIMES

Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot could miss the rest of the season with a calf injury.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

White men have been blocked from applying for jobs at Premier League football clubs. A potential legal error by the world's richest league has led to a number of teams - including Manchester United and Liverpool - recruiting for coaching roles open "only" to ethnic minorities and women.

A minute's silence will be observed in memory of Pope Francis during Celtic's Scottish Premiership match at Dundee United.

DAILY MAIL

Eni Aluko has issued a passionate apology to Ian Wright after facing backlash for claiming he was blocking opportunities for female pundits by 'dominating' women's football coverage.

Ruben Amorim is expecting Marcus Rashford back at the end of the season after his loan spell at Aston Villa, and will make a decision over the England star's future at Manchester United this summer.

DAILY MIRROR

Arne Slot insists he's never been told not to play someone at Liverpool down to financial reasons. The Reds boss has no idea if reports from Portugal are true surrounding Darwin Nunez after it was claimed if he plays another game for the club then it will trigger a further payment to Benfica of around £4.2m.

THE GUARDIAN

Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea, the referee for Saturday's Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona, was brought to tears on Friday, responding to a critical video published by Real's in-house TV channel (RMTV).

SCOTTISH SUN

Hibs boss David Gray has been rewarded for his exploits this season with a bumper contract extension at the club.

Aberdeen have snapped up prolific Aussie winger Nicolas Milanovic, according to reports coming from Down Under.


Arsenal want Barcelona defender Jules Kounde,
Nottingham Forest consider move for James McAtee
Manchester United look at Matheus Cunha alternatives.

Arsenal are lining up a £55m bid for Barcelona's French defender Jules Kounde, 26. (Sun - subscription required), external

Nottingham Forest may still move for Manchester City's English midfielder James McAtee, 22, even if they keep hold of forwards, England international Callum Hudson-Odoi, 24, and Swedish 22-year-old Anthony Elanga - both of whom have admirers. (Sky Sports), external

England striker Jamie Vardy, 38, could make a move to Wrexham when his Leicester City contract ends in the summer - if the Welsh club win promotion to the Championship from League One. (Talksport), external

Manchester United will switch their attention to landing RB Leipzig's Dutch forward Xavi Simons, 22, if a move for Wolves' Brazil striker Matheus Cunha, 25, fails. (Teamtalk), external

Real Betis are preparing a season-long loan offer to Manchester United to extend their deal for Brazil winger Antony, 25. (Telegraph - subscription required, external), external

Chelsea are in talks with representatives of Borussia Dortmund's English winger Jamie Gittens, 20, with a view to a move worth 50-60m euros (£42-52m). (Sky Germany - in German), external

Chelsea are also confident they can secure the signing of Ipswich Town's English striker Liam Delap, 22, ahead of Manchester United. (GiveMesport), external

Strasbourg have reached an agreement to keep English manager Liam Rosenior, 40, at the club, despite interest from Premier League clubs. (Athletic - subscription required), external

Manchester United face a battle with French champions Paris St-Germain for Napoli's £40m-rated Slovakian midfielder Stanislav Lobotka, 30, but Barcelona are also interested. (Tuttomercato - in Italian), external

Borussia Dortmund's Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, 27, could leave the club this summer amid interest from Chelsea and Newcastle United. (Footmercato - in French), external

Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic, 25, is wanted by Bayer Leverkusen following the Serbian's displays on loan at Strasbourg this season. (Kicker - in German), external

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen, 29, wants to stay at the club and fight for his place rather than move this summer, despite the Dane's contract ending in 2026. (AS - in Spanish), external

Serbia striker Dusan Vlahovic, 25, Turkey forward Kenan Yildiz, 19, and Italy wing-back Andrea Cambiaso, 25 - a target for Manchester City - may have to leave Juventus if the Serie A club fail to qualify for next season's Champions League. (Calciomercato - in Italian), external

Former Chelsea academy goalkeeper Nicolas Tié has quit football at the age of 24 to join the French army. (Ouest-France - in French)
 
Sunday's newspapers


SUN ON SUNDAY

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is keen to leave Old Trafford for Saudi club Neom SC.

Everton boss David Moyes is aiming to sign his West Ham old boy Tomas Soucek.

Ian Wright has refused to accept Eni Aluko's apology after the pundit claimed he risked blocking women from being given broadcast opportunities.

Darwin Nunez has allegedly deleted a tweet criticising his lack of playing time at Liverpool this season.

Lewis Hamilton has been tipped to shockingly quit Ferrari.

SUNDAY MIRROR

Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, with Chelsea reportedly ruling out a move for the forward.

Rasmus Hojlund could be set for a stunning return to Atalanta as Manchester United consider offering the forward in a swap deal for Ademola Lookman.

SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

Chelsea are unlikely to make a move to re-sign Kevin De Bruyne, despite head coach Enzo Maresca hinting that he wants to add more experience to his squad this summer.

Matheus Cunha says he is 'happy' and committed to Wolves despite interest from Manchester United.

THE ATHLETIC

Manchester United's director of scouting Steve Brown is leaving the club as part of wide-ranging changes to the recruitment strategy at Old Trafford.

SUNDAY RECORD

Gretar Steinsson has reportedly been scouring Europe in the search for the next Rangers manager.


Liverpool keen to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton,
Andre Onana linked with a move to Saudi Arabia,
David Moyes wants a reunion with Tomas Soucek.

Liverpool will try to tempt England midfielder Adam Wharton, 21, to leave Crystal Palace in a £50m-plus deal. (Sun), external

Saudi club Neom have started talks with representatives of Manchester United and Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 29. (Footmercato - in French), external

Everton boss David Moyes wants to sign Czech Republic midfielder Tomas Soucek, 30, from West Ham. (Sun), external

West Ham are open to selling Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta, 27, to help fund a summer rebuild - but are not prepared to sell England forward Jarrod Bowen, 28, at any price. (Express), external

Barcelona are planning a surprise move for Argentina striker Julian Alvarez, 25, from Atletico Madrid to replace Poland forward Robert Lewandowski, 36. (Marca - in Spanish), external

AC Milan are working on a deal with Roma to keep on-loan English striker Tammy Abraham, 27. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian), external

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has made £40m Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 26, his top attacking target for the summer - and the Red Devils stand a good chance of landing the Napoli man after Chelsea ruled out a move. (Mirror), external

Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane, 29, is set to sign a new deal with the Bundesliga side, ending the prospect of the Germany international moving to Arsenal or Liverpool. (Christian Falk via CF Bayern Insider), external

Former Chelsea and Manchester United coach Eric Ramsay is on Southampton's shortlist for their next head coach. (Sky Sports), external

Wolves' former England Under-21 midfielder Tommy Doyle, 23, is set to leave this summer, and any move will benefit former club Manchester City, who have a 50% sell-on clause. (Mirror)
 
Monday's newspapers


THE SUN

Manchester City's hopes of signing Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso have been boosted as the Serie A giants close in on a replacement.

Sky Sports' Gary Cotterill and Peter Smith discuss the talking points from Man City's FA Cup semi-final win over Nottingham Forest

THE TIMES

Antonio Rudiger is facing a lengthy ban after throwing an ice cube at the referee in the final moments of Real Madrid's 3-2 Copa del Rey final defeat by Barcelona.

Wrexham are eyeing Premier League stars to help them take their final big step following promotion to the Championship.


DAILY MIRROR

Wrexham's promotion to the Championship comes with an added financial bonus for their famous owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney were ecstatic after Wrexham secured their third successive promotion to reach the Championship

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Exeter Chiefs' season from hell plunged even deeper into darkness as they were humiliated by Gloucester, prompting owner Tony Rowe to lay down the law to the squad in the changing room.

THE GUARDIAN

The London Marathon's organisers have hailed an "extraordinary" day in the nation's capital, as the 45th edition beat the world record for number of finishers and attracted record crowds.

THE SCOTTISH SUN

A former Premier League player has tipped Russell Martin for the Rangers job instead of Barry Ferguson.

Scotland star Ben Doak, who has not featured since the end of January, has confirmed that his season is officially over.

DAILY RECORD

Marco Rose is the nailed-on favourite for the Rangers job in the eyes of the bookies.

Liam Kelly admits the Rangers squad can have no complaints if the axe falls this summer.


Cristian Romero is a target for Atletico Madrid,
Manchester City look to Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso,
Manchester United keen on Palace striker Mateta

Atletico Madrid have made Tottenham's Argentine defender Cristian Romero, 27, one of their top targets this summer. (Marca - in Spanish), external

Manchester City are expected to move for Italy and Juventus full-back Andrea Cambiaso, 25, with the Italian club turning their attention to Arsenal's Portuguese defender Nuno Tavares, 25, who is on loan at Lazio. (Sun), external

Newcastle United, Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham, Chelsea, and Liverpool are all interested in signing Canada striker Jonathan David, 25, when his Lille contract expires in the summer - but Marseille are hoping to persuade the player to stay in France. (RMC Sport, via Get Football News France), external

Manchester United have offered Wolves forward Matheus Cunha a five-year contract if the 25-year-old Brazilian opts to move to Old Trafford. (Teamtalk), external

Chelsea are pushing hard to seal the signing of Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, 19, but face competition from Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City for the Turkey international. (Caught Offside), external

Manchester United remain interested in signing Crystal Palace's French striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, 27, if they are unable to win the race for Ipswich Town's English forward Liam Delap, 22. (GiveMesport), external

Newcastle United are working on a deal to sign South Korea international defender Kim Min-jae, 28, from Bayern Munich this summer. (Football Insider), external

Newcastle's shortlist for defensive reinforcements also include Sporting's 21-year-old Ivorian Ousmane Diomande, AC Milan's German defender Malick Thiaw, 23, and Dutchman Jan Paul van Hecke, 24, from Brighton. (GiveMeSport)
 
29th April 2025


Arsenal are keen on signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea who are plotting a move for Jamie Gittens,
Everton want to re-sign Richarlison,
Paul Pogba eyes a return with DC United, plus more.

Arsenal are considering a move for out-of-favour Chelsea and France forward Christopher Nkunku, 27, as Mikel Arteta looks to add more attacking options this summer. (Teamtalk), external

DC United have been in contract talks for months with 32-year-old former Manchester United, Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba, who has not played for 20 months. (Washington Post - subscription needed), external

Premier League champions Liverpool are set to invest heavily in their squad during the summer, with a centre-forward and left-back their priorities. (Telegraph - subscription required, external)

Chelsea are planning a move for Borussia Dortmund's English winger Jamie Gittens, 20, before the Club World Cup - and it is possible they could sell England forward Jadon Sancho, 25, to the German club as part of the deal. Sancho is currently on loan at Stamford Bridge from Manchester United - but the Blues have an obligation to make the deal permanent. (Teamtalk), external

Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay says Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi's future will be resolved in June. The Gunners look ready to formally trigger the 26-year-old Spain midfielder's £51m release clause. (Radio Marca Donostia, via Mirror), external

Everton have made Tottenham Hotspur and Brazil player Richarlison, 27, their first-choice forward target this summer. (Givemesport), external
Newcastle's English midfielder Sean Longstaff, 27, is a target for Leeds United. (i Paper), external

Spurs will have to sell players to make funds available for new signings this summer.(Telegraph - subscription required), external

Hansi Flick, 60, is close to agreeing a new deal to extend his contract as Barcelona manager until June 2027.

Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe is flying to the UK to hold talks over the future of manager Daniel Farke. (Guardian), external

Fulham are interested in signing 28-year-old England full-back Kyle Walker-Peters on a free transfer when his Southampton contract expires this summer. (Sky Sports), external

Arsenal are ready to open discussions with the agent of Sporting and Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 26, about a summer move. (Givemesport - subscription needed), external

Real Betis might struggle to meet Manchester United's asking price for Brazil winger Antony despite the La Liga club's chief insisting they want to make the 25-year-old's loan move permanent. (Mirror, external)

Manchester United are still interested in signing Napoli and Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 26, but there are concerns about a deal at Old Trafford. (TBF Football), external

Everton are in talks with Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gueye, 35, over a new contract. (Football Insider), external

Wrexham, Bolton, Charlton and Portsmouth are interested in Dungannon Swifts' Northern Irish forward Tomas Galvin, 20. (Football League World)
 
Tuesday's newspapers



DAILY TELEGRAPH

Arne Slot will be backed with one of Liverpool's biggest summer transfer budgets to pursue a record-breaking 21st league title, but their chances of signing Alexander Isak appear slim.

Tottenham are facing the prospect of having to sell to buy this summer, despite the fact the club could spend over £200m without breaching profit and sustainability rules (PSR).

Arne Slot reacts to Liverpool being crowned Premier League champions

Several prominent Lionesses have shown their support for Ian Wright after he said he could not accept Eni Aluko's apology following her claim that he is "blocking" opportunities for women in punditry.

Cody Gakpo and Liverpool could be reprimanded by the Football Association for the "I belong to Jesus" shirt he revealed after scoring to begin their Premier League title party in earnest.

THE TIMES

The RFU would be open to the lucrative prospect of hosting Chelsea at Twickenham during the redevelopment of Stamford Bridge.

Wolves decided not to submit a promotion application for their women's team this season, with players saying they only discovered their efforts to go up had been futile after the campaign's final game.

THE SUN

Bruno Fernandes believes winning the Europa League will not save Manchester United's dismal season.Bruno Fernandes believes winning the Europa League will not save Manchester United's dismal season.

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola is turning secret agent to wreck Manchester United's season as he said he expects to call Athletic Club boss Ernesto Valverde to offer advice ahead of Thursday's Europa League semi-final second leg.

Chelsea plan to send goalkeeper Teddy Sharman-Lowe to the Championship on loan next season.

THE GUARDIAN

Arsenal have been urged by their supporters' trust to make an official complaint to UEFA as a row about ticket allocations for the Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain escalates.

Washington's NFL franchise is set to return to the US capital as part of an agreement between the organization and the District of Columbia government to build a new stadium as part of a project totalling nearly $4bn (£2.98bn).

DAILY MIRROR

Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has revealed Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi's future will be resolved in June.

PSG have been left furious with Arsenal after the number of tickets offered to their fans was cut on the orders of police.

DAILY MAIL

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has been pleased with Marcus Rashford's performances at Villa

Marcus Rashford may have played his last game for Aston Villa due to the hamstring injury that is likely to keep him out of the club's remaining games of the season.

Antonio Rudiger could face a mammoth 12-match ban after he threw ice at the referee during Real Madrid's dramatic Copa del Rey final defeat.

Oleksandr Usyk has said that he has two opponents in mind for his final fight after taking on Daniel Dubois - and his clear preference is a showdown with Tyson Fury.

THE ATHLETIC

MLS side DC United own the discovery rights to free agent midfielder Paul Pogba.

THE SCOTTISH SUN

Norwich City have confirmed Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn will be released at the end of the Championship season.
 
Wednesday's newspapers


DAILY MIRROR

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is expected to leave the club at the end of the season but the England international's next destination is far from certain.

Jamie O'Hara and Asmir Begovic are both critical of Marcus Rashford for attending Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn on the same day Aston Villa had been beaten 3-0 in the FA Cup semi-final by Crystal Palace

Mo Salah has challenged his Liverpool team-mates to fight for the Premier League title again next season, vowing that there will be 'no excuses' should they fall short.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Sandro Tonali is determined to stay at Newcastle United to repay manager Eddie Howe, supporters and the club for the backing he received during his gambling ban.

Martí Cifuentes will leave Queens Park Rangers and is a top target for Championship rivals West Bromwich Albion.

Rugby Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson has warned that more English clubs will sleepwalk their way into financial catastrophe unless the Premiership adopts a radical franchising proposal.

Jack Draper is just two wins away from breaking into the top five in the world rankings after opponent Matteo Berrettini retired injured at the Madrid Open

THE TIMES

Nico Williams, one of the stars of Spain's Euro 2024 triumph, has been passed fit for Athletic Bilbao's Europa League semi-final against Manchester United.

Arsenal and other Premier League clubs may be forced to disclose detailed information about loans worth hundreds of millions of pounds they have received from their owners, in a move that represents a further escalation of Manchester City's legal battle with the Premier League.

Questions have emerged over how the Chinese businessman Dai Yongge was allowed to buy Reading in 2017 after he was blocked from acquiring Hull City, then in the top flight.

THE SUN

Antonio Rudiger has been hit with a six-match ban for launching an object at the referee - but Jude Bellingham has had his red card rescinded.

Eric Dier is leaving Bayern Munich after securing a glamorous move to AS Monaco.

DAILY MAIL

Man United's senior staff have been hit by a brutal new wave of cuts amid fears the club is losing its heart and soul.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has been pleased with Marcus Rashford's performances at Villa

DAILY EXPRESS

Jurgen Klopp has declared himself "super happy" after seeing his former side Liverpool clinch the Premier League title on Sunday.


Arne Slot reacts to Liverpool being crowned Premier League champions

Manchester United have reportedly informed 200 members of staff that they are in danger of losing their jobs in the latest rounds of cuts.

EVENING STANDARD

Tottenham have been boosted ahead of their crunch Europa League semi-final tie against Bodo/Glimt this week after Lucas Bergvall signed a new long-term contract.

QPR have placed manager Marti Cifuentes on gardening leave amid strong links to the vacant West Brom job.

SCOTTISH SUN

Key members of the Rangers takeover consortium have been given a VIP guided tour of Ibrox. But San Francisco 49ers heavyweight Jed York was not one of them.

The SPFL has confirmed there will be no league reconstruction as far as the Scottish Premiership is concerned but other changes could be on the way. The door has been left open for changes to be made to the three divisions below.

Rangers head coach Barry Ferguson is backing himself to remain in charge beyond the end of the season, insisting he has no desire to manager elsewhere if it does not happen.

DAILY RECORD

Andrew Cavenagh, Paraag Marathe and Gretar Steinsson were all in Glasgow for an Ibrox pow wow as the Rangers takeover deal nears completion.

Celtic fans attending Ibrox this weekend have been told they must gather at a designated meeting point two and a half hours before kick-off.



Chelsea are looking at a move for Morgan Rogers,
Real Madrid want William Saliba as part of a defensive rebuild,
Liverpool have three targets, including two from Bournemouth.

Chelsea are interested in a summer move for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, 22, as they want the England international to bolster their attack. (Independent, external)

Real Madrid have made Arsenal's French defender William Saliba, 24, their top defensive target this summer. (Marca - in Spanish, external)

Liverpool want Bournemouth defensive duo Dean Huijsen, 20, and Milos Kerkez, 21, plus Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, 22, to bolster their squad and help defend their Premier League title. (Daily Mail, external)

Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali is planning to stay at Newcastle United for the long term, despite the 24-year-old being linked with a return to his homeland. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Manchester City do not intend to let 29-year-old England midfielder Jack Grealish leave the club on loan in the summer. (Talksport), external

City and Liverpool are interested in signing Italy right-back Andrea Cambiaso, 25, who appears set to leave Juventus this summer. (Calciomercato, external)

Marcus Rashford could return early to Manchester United from his loan spell at Aston Villa after the 27-year-old England forward suffered a potentially season-ending hamstring injury. (Sun, external)

Rashford is willing to take a pay cut in order to leave United and force through a dream move to Barcelona. (Mirror, external)

But there is a potential complication as Barca are unwilling to match the £40m fee agreed with Villa for Rashford. (Independent, external)

Manchester United and Tottenham are both interested in signing French attacking midfielder Rayan Cherki, 21, from Lyon. (Caught Offside, external)

Villa are interested in paying the £21m release clause for Espanyol's Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia, 23. (Cadena SER - in Spanish, external)

Fulham are said to be interested in English right-back Ben Johnson, 25, with Ipswich suffering relegation from the Premier League. (Sky Sports, external)

Brazil are in advanced discussions with Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti about becoming their new boss, with talks ongoing about the Italian's support staff. (Fabrizio Romano, external)
 
Thursday's newspapers



THE SUN

Chelsea are leading a trio of Premier League clubs in the race to sign Lorient midfielder Arthur Avom this summer.

Manchester United scouts are on the trail of a talented Serbian teenager who is being compared to Paul Pogba and Jude Bellingham - Partizan Belgrade midfielder Ognjen Ugresic.

Joelinton is set to miss the remainder of Newcastle's Champions League push.

DAILY MAIL

Chelsea sources insist Enzo Fernandez is going nowhere, even if Real Madrid escalate their interest in the 24-year-old Argentinian this summer.

The chairman of Chelsea's Europa Conference League semi-final opponents Djurgardens has resigned amid allegations of racist comments.

Julen Lopetegui is being lined up to take over the Qatar national team less than three months after being sacked by West Ham.

Birmingham are prepared to offer their top transfer targets huge salaries to move to St Andrew's - well above what most Championship clubs can afford.

Harvey Elliott has admitted he 'needs to think about what is best for his future' following Liverpool's title-winning campaign.


DAILY MIRROR

Enzo Maresca fears Djurgardens' synthetic pitch could damage Chelsea's bid to rejoin the Champions League mainstream - and admits he fears for his players' well-being.

Aaron Ramsey has dropped the biggest hint yet that he will not be in contention to take the Cardiff City job permanently after expressing doubts over the prospect of holding a joint player-manager role.

THE ATHLETIC

Manchester City are set to participate in the inaugural World Sevens Football (W7F) tournament.

West Ham United forward Crysencio Summerville has undergone successful hamstring surgery and is aiming to return for the 2025-26 campaign.

Li Tie, the former head coach of the Chinese men's national football team who played for Everton in the Premier League, has lost an appeal against his 20-year prison sentence for offering and accepting bribes.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Aston Villa pair Emiliano Martinez and Leon Bailey are the latest Premier League players targeted for potential moves to Saudi Arabia.

The Aston Villa president of business operations, Chris Heck, is to leave at the end of the season to take on the same role at LIV Golf.

THE TIMES

Mark Wood is set to take on some short-term coaching duties with Andrew Flintoff's England Lions while he continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery.

The RFU council should be disbanded as part of a radical restructuring of a governance structure that is "dysfunctional" and "unfit for the modern era", according to an independent 14-month review.

DAILY RECORD

Hibs are keen on taking Regan Charles-Cook back to the Scottish Premiership.

Brazil forward Rodrygo is thinking about leaving Real Madrid,
Manchester United and Juventus are rivals in race to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson,
England striker Harry Kane set to stay at Bayern Munich.

Brazil forward Rodrygo, 24, is considering leaving Real Madrid in the summer transfer window as he has fallen down the pecking order at the Bernabeu. (Radio Marca - in Spanish), external

Manchester United and Juventus are competing to try to sign 25-year-old Brazil midfielder Ederson from Atalanta. (Tuttosport - in Italian), external

England striker Harry Kane has been linked with a return to the Premier League but the 31-year-old is planning to stay at Bayern Munich for one more year. (Talksport), external

Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 32 and Jamaica winger Leon Bailey, 27, are being targeted by clubs in Saudi Arabia. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Bayern Munich believe they are in a good position to sign Germany attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, who would try to sell the 21-year-old to another club if he agitates for a move. (Sky Sports Germany), external

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is on Bayer Leverkusen's list of possible candidates to replace Xabi Alonso, who has been linked with taking over from Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid. (Sky Sports Germany), external

English attacking midfielder Harvey Elliott, 22, has struggled for first-team football at Liverpool this season but wants to stay and fight for his place at the club. (Liverpool Echo), external

Everton are among the clubs interested in 22-year-old Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, with the English forward believed to have a £30m release clause, while the prospect of England forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 28, signing a new deal beyond this summer at the club is not out of the question. (The i Paper), external

South Korea defender Kim Min-jae says he hopes he can remain at Bayern Munich, despite the German club appearing to be open to selling the 28-year-old if the right offer arrives. (Sport Bild - in German), external

French forward Enzo Kana-Biyik, 18, is set to finalise a move to Manchester United on a free transfer from Le Havre. (Manchester Evening News, external)

Former Wolves and West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui has signed a deal to become the Qatar coach, with the Spaniard's deal running until June 2027. (Fabrizio Romano)
 
Friday's newspapers



THE SUN

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to sell French club OGC Nice with potential offers from Saudi Arabia, according to reports.

Arsenal vowed to take the "strongest possible action" after a video emerged of a group of fans appearing to racially abuse Paris Saint-Germain players.

Marcus Rashford has flown to Dubai in a desperate bid to rescue his season.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has been pleased with Marcus Rashford's performances at Villa

Barcelona legend Xavi is the new favourite to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham should he leave at the end of this season.

Leeds United have joined Everton in the chase to sign Newcastle's Sean Longstaff.

DAILY MAIL

River Plate midfielder Franco Mastantuono has put Manchester United on notice after expressing his interest in joining Real Madrid.

Mohammed Kudus' contract contains a remarkable £125m release clause for Saudi sides this summer - but West Ham would be willing to listen to more realistic offers for their 24-year-old winger rather than demanding that lofty fee in full.

Real Madrid TV have launched a scathing fresh attack on another referee in the run-up to their LaLiga clash with Celta Vigo this weekend.

DAILY MIRROR

Manchester United have beaten Paris Saint-Germain and a host of other European clubs to a deal for Enzo Kana-Biyik, with the highly-rated teenage striker putting pen to paper on a long-term contract.

Manchester City have confirmed that their clash with Bournemouth later this month will be Kevin De Bruyne's farewell match.

Mikel Arteta faces a major striker dilemma this summer.

The FA has defended the decision to massively hike ticket prices for this year's FA Cup final.

THE ATHLETIC

Two members of Manchester United's senior leadership team - Richard Hawkins, director of football insights and innovations, and David Harrison, director of football operations - are expected to leave the club as part of Sir Jim Ratcliffe's second round of redundancies.

Spanish second division club Elche have banned the sale and consumption of sunflower seeds inside their stadium.

Chilean club Colo-Colo must play five home matches in continental competition without fans and will also not be allowed supporters for the next five away matches.

Barcelona are likely to be without Jules Kounde for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final tie against Inter due to a hamstring injury.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Newcastle United hold a strong interest in signing Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo but are concerned about the asking price.

THE TIMES

Arsenal face competition from other Premier League clubs, including Bournemouth, to sign Espanyol's highly rated goalkeeper Joan García this summer.

Scottish Championship club Greenock Morton have been hit by a Fifa transfer ban for failing to submit the necessary paperwork when they signed a player from Liverpool.


Newcastle are interested in Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo but could be deterred by his price tag,
while the Magpies will also not enter a summer-long pursuit of Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen,
Manchester United consider a move for Jonathan Tah.

Newcastle are interested in Brentford and Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo, 25, but are concerned by his £60m price tag. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Newcastle will also not enter a summer-long pursuit of Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen, 20, after learning from last year's failed attempts to sign 24-year-old England defender Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. (i paper), external

Manchester United are considering a move for Germany centre-back Jonathan Tah, 29, in the summer after his contract expires at Bayer Leverkusen. (Sky Sports), external

Arsenal could face a battle with Paris St-Germain to sign Roma's 25-year-old Ivory Coast defender Evan Ndicka, who is valued between £25-34m. (Mirror), external

Chelsea are not looking to offload their record £107m signing, Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, 24, who is a long-term target for Real Madrid. (Sky Sports), external

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign 18-year-old French forward Enzo Kana-Biyik from Le Havre. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Bayer Leverkusen want to prevent their Germany attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz from joining Bayern Munich this summer, with Manchester City and Real Madrid also interested in the 21-year-old. (Sky Germany - in German), external

Real Madrid are happy for Ukraine goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, 26, to leave the club this season, with Chelsea's 30-year-old Spaniard Kepa Arrizabalaga, currently on loan at Bournemouth, being considered as a replacement. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish), external

Aston Villa are considering a move for Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne, 33, who will leave Manchester City at the end of the season. (Football Insider), external

Crystal Palace would want more than £80m if they are to sell England midfielder Adam Wharton, 21, this summer. (Teamtalk)
 
Saturday's newspapers


THE SUN

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has given his blessing to the sales of both Marc Guehi and Eberechi Eze this summer to fund an overhaul of the squad.

Arsenal are facing intense competition for the signature of teenage Brazilian forward Luighi, who has been on the Gunners' radar for over a year.

Antony is attracting interest from Atletico Madrid amid his stunning loan stint at Real Betis.

Real Madrid are trying to work out a bizarre arrangement with Manchester United in their bid to sign Benfica ace Alvaro Carreras this summer.

DAILY MAIL

Former Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick has savaged the Red Devils' progress since his departure in 2022.

Leicester are actively considering replacements for Ruud van Nistelrooy as they seek to finalise a decision on who will lead their bid to win an instant return to the Premier League.

Ruud Van Nistelrooy gave little away when asked about his future after Leicester's defeat at Wolves last weekend

THE ATHLETIC

Paris Saint-Germain will take civil action after a group of individuals were recorded making alleged racist gestures at their players following their 1-0 Champions League win against Arsenal on Tuesday.

Tottenham Hotspur assistant Vicky Jepson will leave the Women's Super League club at the end of the season to become head coach of the United States U20 women's national team.

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick said Marc-Andre ter Stegen will be in the starting line-up for his side's La Liga match against Real Valladolid on Saturday.

The French union, General Confederation of Labour (CGT), have threatened to block the third stage of this summer's Tour de France over a labour dispute.

DAILY MIRROR

Jurgen Klopp's vow to take a break from club management after leaving Liverpool has been called into question amid strong rumours linking him with Real Madrid.

Arsenal are sizing up a move for Leicester starlet Bilal El Khannouss, who has received a vote of confidence from boss Ruud van Nistelrooy.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Leicester's ongoing hunt to find a new head coach has taken another dramatic twist as Leon MacDonald, the preferred candidate for the role, has rejected the Tigers' offer.

THE TIMES

Manchester United staff have been shaken after learning the club have told their longest-serving employee, and their main point of contact with Uefa and the Premier League for match operations, that her job is at risk of redundancy.

Barry Ferguson has held talks with incoming Rangers sporting director Kevin Thelwell and also met members of the American takeover consortium when they visited the club's training ground this week.

THE GUARDIAN

The government is ready to back plans to add provisions to the football governance bill that would prevent the Premier League and EFL from staging competitive matches abroad.

Pep Guardiola has vowed to stop when he leaves Manchester City but has yet to decide if that means a sabbatical or something more permanent.

EVENING STANDARD

Mikel Arteta says William Saliba is "very happy" at Arsenal, amid interest from Real Madrid.

The Premier League remain in talks with Tottenham and Aston Villa over potentially moving their fixture on Sunday, May 18.

DAILY RECORD

Marco Rose is reportedly being considered to be the next Rangers manager when the takeover of the club is completed.

Jimmy Thelin has put all talk of Aberdeen futures and new deals on hold until their Premiership campaign is over.



Manchester United are interested in Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah,
Crystal Palace might sell Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi,
an MLS side hold talks with Kevin de Bruyne.

Manchester United have joined Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in the race to sign Germany defender Jonathan Tah, with the 29-year-old's Bayer Leverkusen contract expiring this summer. (Sky Germany - in German), external

Crystal Palace are open to allowing England duo Eberechi Eze, 26, and Marc Guehi, 24, leave this summer to fund an overhaul of the squad. (Sun), external

Real Madrid want Manchester United to utilise their £15m buy-back clause for Benfica's Alvaro Carreras, 22, so they can pay about £27m to take the Spanish left-back to the Bernabeu rather than spending the £50m demanded by the Portuguese club. (AS - in Spanish), external

Arsenal's hopes of signing 19-year-old Palmeiras forward Luighi have taken a hit with Inter Milan and Borussia Dortmund also interested in the Brazilian. (Sun), external

Bournemouth and Arsenal are among the Premier League clubs keen on Espanyol's Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia, 23. (Talksport), external

Everton are interested in Ipswich striker Liam Delap, 22, but face competition from Chelsea and Manchester United for the Englishman. (Teamtalk), external

Chelsea have emerged as frontrunners for the signature of 20-year-old Cameroon and Lorient midfielder Arthur Avom. (Mirror), external

Bournemouth are confident that manager Andoni Iraola will sign a new contract amid interest from Tottenham. (Football Insider), external

MLS club Chicago Fire are in talks with Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne, 33, who is set to depart Manchester City at the end of the season. (ESPN), external

Como are in talks with Manchester City over the possibility of a permanent deal for Argentine midfielder Maximo Perrone, 22, who has spent the season on loan with the Serie A club. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Leeds are considering a move for Leicester and England striker Jamie Vardy, 38, as they plan for life back in the Premier League. (Teamtalk)
 
Sunday


Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku wants to leave the club,
Aston Villa may struggle to sign Marcus Rashford if they do not qualify for Champions League football
Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen has interest from multiple clubs.

France forward Christopher Nkunku, 27, has decided to leave Chelsea this summer. (Sky Sports Germany), external

Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Zinchenko, 28, may leave Arsenal this summer with interest coming from Borussia Dortmund. (Football Insider), external

American midfielder Weston McKennie, 26, has reached a verbal agreement with Juventus to stay at the club until 2028. (Fabrizio Romano, external)

Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are among a number of clubs interested in signing 20-year-old Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen. (CaughtOffside, external)

Aston Villa will struggle to sign England forward Marcus Rashford, 27, on a permanent deal from Manchester United if they do not qualify for the Champions League. (Football Insider), external

Scouts from Aston Villa were in the crowd to watch Spain and Porto forward Samu Aghehowa, 20, amid interest in signing him this summer. (Record , externalvia Sports Witness, external)

Everton are contemplating a deal to bring former striker Richarlison, 27, back to the club, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly willing to accept a fee in the region of £40m. (GiveMeSport, external)

Real Madrid are considering a summer move for Real Sociedad right-back Jon Aramburu, 22. (Fichajes - in Spanish, external)

Leeds United have added AZ forward Troy Parrott, 23, to their striker shortlist following their promotion to the Premier League. (TeamTalk, external)

Fiorentina are close to extending the contract of 20-year-old defender Pietro Comuzzo amid interest from Serie A rivals Napoli. (Tuttomercato - in Italian, external)

Liverpool could make an extraordinary move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, 24, with the Brazilian open to a move away from Spain. (GiveMeSport, external)

Ajax are willing to sell Netherlands defender Jorrel Hato, with the 19-year-old garnering interest from clubs like Chelsea. (Kick-off podcast)
 
Monday's newspapers


DAILY TELEGRAPH

Manchester United are ready to join the race for Bryan Mbeumo when competition for the £60m-rated Brentford forward intensifies during the summer transfer window.

Henry Pollock admits he has dared to dream of being named in the British and Irish Lions squad when it is announced on Thursday.


DAILY EXPRESS

Juventus are in talks with Manchester United over the potential signing of Rasmus Hojlund this summer and will make a concrete approach soon, according to reports.

THE SUN

Scotland ace Scott McTominay is set to lose £2.32m he invested in a failed firm run by his girlfriend and her dad.

William Saliba has been in talks with Real Madrid for weeks, claim reports in France.

Leeds are making Marseille centre-half Leonardo Balerdi one of their top targets for the Premier League.

Tottenham coach Ryan Mason is wanted by West Brom to become their new boss.

Thomas Frank wants to splash out on Leicester's £25m-rated keeper Mads Hermansen.

Manchester United ace Casemiro will pocket a huge pay rise if Ruben Amorim's side win the Europa League, reports suggest.

DAILY MIRROR

Atletico Madrid have already enquired about the possibility of signing Antony from Manchester United this summer as the Red Devils prepare to offload the 25-year-old.

THE GUARDIAN

A 26-year-old fan of Serie A side Atalanta was stabbed to death during clashes between Atalanta and Inter supporters in the northern city of Bergamo, Italy's police said.

EVENING STANDARD

Martin Odegaard has cooled fears that he could miss the second leg of Arsenal's Champions League semi-final due to injury.

Dean Huijsen has played down speculation surrounding a potential summer transfer, saying he is 'really happy' playing for Bournemouth.

DAILY MAIL

Anthony Joshua has revealed he is set to undergo surgery in a bid to solve an ongoing issue that has delayed his return to the ring.

SCOTTISH SUN

Barry Ferguson has urged the Rangers takeover consortium to appoint a new manager now.

Simo Valakari is committed to staying with St Johnstone - despite being on HJK Helsinki's hitlist.



Bryan Mbeumo attracts interest from Manchester United,
Rodrygo could leave Real Madrid,
Manchester City want Morgan Gibbs-White
Real Madrid are eyeing William Saliba.

Manchester United are ready to join the race to sign £60m-rated Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo, 25, from Brentford this summer. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Arsenal have enquired about signing Brazil forward Rodrygo from Real Madrid, while Manchester City are also interested in the 24-year-old. (Relevo - in Spanish), external

Manchester City also plan to advance their interest in agreeing a deal with Nottingham Forest for their 25-year-old England midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Arsenal and Aston Villa are eyeing Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, 25, with the Serie A club expected to ask for around £42m for the Serbian. (Fichajes - in Spanish), external

Everton are prepared to rival Manchester United for the signature of Ipswich's English striker Liam Delap, 22. (Teamtalk), external

Manchester United are prepared to make an offer for Barcelona and Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo, 26, if they qualify for the Champions League. (Football365), external

Leeds have made Marseille's Argentina centre-back Leonardo Balerdi, 26, one of their top summer transfer targets. (Sun), external

Real Madrid sent scouts to watch Bournemouth's Spain centre-back Dean Huijsen, 20, and Hungary left-back Milos Kerkez, 21, during Saturday's win at Arsenal. (TBR Football), external

The Spanish giants are also targeting Arsenal and France centre-back William Saliba, 24, who is under contract with the Gunners until 2027. (L'Equipe - in French), external

West Brom want Tottenham's English coach Ryan Mason, 33, to become their new manager. (Sun), external

Fulham's Portuguese boss Marco Silva, 47, is a contender to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham if the 59-year-old Australian is sacked after the club's disappointing season. (Football Insider)
 
Tuesday's newspapers


THE SUN

Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid have reached a verbal agreement over his exit, according to reports.

Former Argentina World Cup winner, Luis Galvan, has died - two weeks after the South American nation lost one of its most iconic goalkeepers Hugo Gatti.

Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich team-mates were blocked by club officials from holding a title party in Ibiza.

The Vardys are eyeing a move to America after Rebekah held talks with Stateside TV bosses - while Jamie is wanted by MLS sides.

THE TIMES

France's justice minister has admitted that he wrongly blamed Liverpool supporters for chaos at the 2022 Champions League final, saying he had mistakenly stereotyped them as troublemakers.

DAILY MIRROR

Dominik Szoboszlai has sent a heartfelt message to Trent Alexander-Arnold, urging him to "enjoy" what's next after the defender confirmed his Liverpool exit.

Hull City have launched an investigation after footage appearing to show captain Lewie Coyle in an angry confrontation emerged online.

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor has insisted on Sky Sports that his decision to allow Brentford's second goal against Manchester United to stand was the correct decision. United fell to a 4-3 defeat away at the Bees on Sunday afternoon.

Just four Manchester United stars are viewed as being 'untouchable' in the summer transfer window. The Red Devils are gearing up for a busy off-season after a miserable campaign under Ruben Amorim.

THE TELEGRAPH

James Rew has become the youngest Englishman to hit 10 first-class centuries since Denis Compton as the 21-year-old made 116 from 189 balls to help Somerset see off Essex in a memorable three-wicket win.

Chelsea are expected to discuss rewarding Moises Caicedo - who the club regard as one of the best midfielders in the world - with a new contract this summer.

Thomas Tuchel is planning to stick to his promise of avoiding special favours for club managers by keeping England's Club World Cup players for the friendly against Senegal.

Maro Itoje appears in pole position to assume the British and Irish Lions captaincy with his main rival, Caelan Doris, now a major doubt for the tour of Australia.

DAILY MAIL

Arsene Wenger believes Manchester United or Tottenham should not be allowed to compete in the Champions League next season even if they win the Europa League.

Cole Palmer and his sister have celebrated the Chelsea star ending his goal drought by filming a TikTok which paid tribute to their Caribbean heritage.

Mohamed Salah paid a heartfelt tribute to Trent Alexander-Arnold after the Liverpool star confirmed he will leave at the end of the season.

Bruno Fernandes could be the target for a big-money offer from Al-Hilal this summer, but Manchester United have no intention of selling their captain.

Arsenal midfielder Jorginho is in advanced talks over a move to Flamengo.

THE GUARDIAN

Mark Bullingham, the chief executive of the Football Association, has written to London grassroots football club Goal Diggers FC explaining the governing body's decision to ban transgender women from women's football "was not an ideological judgment, but a difficult decision" based on legal advice

Scotland's first minister, John Swinney, condemned an "unacceptable" banner displayed by Rangers fans after police launched an investigation into the giant image.

Leeds United's chair, Paraag Marathe, has outlined his desire to see the club become "one of the best in all of Europe" as fans enjoyed the open-top bus parade to celebrate promotion to the Premier League.

DAILY STAR

Manchester United have told Chelsea to stump up at least £65m for Alejandro Garnacho this summer.

Manchester United have reportedly set their sights on snapping up towering Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah on a free transfer this summer.

DAILY EXPRESS

Arsenal have taken the lead in the race for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, according to reports.

DAILY RECORD

Celtic are reportedly "very interested" in Red Star Belgrade defender Veljko Milosavljevic with the summer transfer window rapidly approaching.

Chairman Paraag Marathe has made the 49ers Enterprises transfer strategy clear ahead of the imminent takeover of Rangers. Marathe has hinted that a player trading model will likely be installed - as he made clear the 49ers' vision for Leeds United after they claimed promotion to the Premier League.

Daizen Maeda insists new contract talks are on hold until after Celtic's Treble bid.

Celtic's Daizen Maeda wins the PFA Scotland Player of the Year award after scoring 33 goals this season

SCOTTISH SUN

Aberdeen have sold out their allocation of 20,000 tickets for this month's Scottish Cup final.

Johnly Yfeko has left Rangers after impressing on loan at Exeter City. The defender joined Gers in 2022 after spending time in the academy set-ups at Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City.

Derek McInnes has emerged as the front-runner for the Hearts job.

Rangers are lining up a bid for former Premier League star Moussa Djenepo, according to reports.

Celtic are pricing Gustaf Lagerbielke out of his dream move to Dutch football, according to Twente Enschede technical director Arnold Bruggink.


Manchester United name Alejandro Garnacho's asking price,
two Premier League clubs are chasing Nicolas Pepe,
Leroy Sane's Bayern Munich future is in doubt.

Manchester United have told Chelsea they will have to pay £65m to sign 20-year-old Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho this summer. (Star), external

Everton and Wolves are interested in signing former Arsenal forward Nicolas Pepe, with the 29-year-old Ivory Coast international out of contract at Villarreal in the summer. (Foot Mercato - in French), external

Germany winger Leroy Sane, 29, has changed his agent, which has put a question mark over his future at Bayern Munich and the contract extension that was close to being agreed. (Sky Sports Germany), external

Liverpool are set to spend big in the summer with the Reds in the market for a new left-back, centre-back and striker. (Talksport), external

Chelsea are set to hold talks with Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 23, over a new contract this summer as reward for his impressive performances this season. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Outgoing Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is poised to sign a six-year contract with Real Madrid which will take effect from 1 July. (The Athletic - subscription required), external

Alexander-Arnold, 26, rejected the offer of a significant pay rise to remain with Liverpool beyond the end of this season. (ESPN), external

Southampton and England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, 26, is wanted by Manchester United and West Ham. (Mirror), external

Fulham manager Marco Silva and Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo are among the candidates being considered by Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal. (Talksport), external

Aston Villa are keeping tabs on Real Madrid and Ukraine goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, 26, as Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 32, continues to be linked with a summer exit. (Birmingham Mail)
 
Wednesday's newspapers


THE SUN

Newcastle United are set to join the race for Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah.

Leicester City are targeting Bristol City manager Liam Manning, with the relegated club expected to part ways with Ruud van Nistelrooy this summer.

Antony claims leaving Manchester United to join Real Betis was the best decision he ever made.

Inter Milan fans pleaded to be let back into the San Siro - after leaving while Barcelona were winning and before their incredible comeback.

World Cup 2026 tickets have gone on sale - with some costing up to an eye-watering £55,000.

Arsenal are considering another move for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Lee Kang-In.

Emma Raducanu says she is "nervous" about failing a drugs test should she ever take contaminated medicine - or if she were deliberately targeted by restaurant waiters.

Anthony Joshua has revealed he's on course to punch a serious investment in Watford.

THE TIMES

The super-agent Jorge Mendes has denied allegations of tax fraud in Portugal but is taking steps to pay €18m (about £15.3m) to the country's tax authorities.

England are likely to have more players at a lucrative seven-a-side tournament this month than any of their main rivals at Euro 2025.

The Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes has resigned and will be replaced by Flavio Briatore after a controversial driver swap that had split opinion internally.

talkSPORT

Arsenal are showing fresh interest in West Ham winger Mohammed Kudus.

DAILY MIRROR

Jack Kingdon, Sam Murray and James Nolan are all set to leave Manchester United at the end of the season.

The forward once tipped to succeed Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie has found himself without a club aged 29. James Wilson bagged a brace on his Man Utd debut at 18, but has been unable to impress at Northampton Town this season.

Wilfried Zaha has all but ruled out a return to Crystal Palace in the future and appears content with his legacy at the club.

Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has revealed club chiefs have made a big demand of him - the Welsh side have pleaded with the Deadpool star not to be quite so forthcoming with his well-wishes for the opposition.

Arsenal could be forced to pay even more for transfer target Benjamin Sesko after RB Leipzig upped his release clause.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Rayan Ait-Nouri is to be offered a new contract by Wolves amid interest in his signature, with Liverpool said to have watched the full-back.

Chelsea are expected to discuss rewarding Moises Caicedo, who the club regard as one of the best midfielders in the world - with a new contract this summer.

Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal are prepared to offer Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes more than £1m a week.

DAILY MAIL

Manchester City and Real Madrid have suffered a transfer blow with Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Florian Wirtz reportedly only keen to join Bayern Munich.

Arsenal are expected to give Liverpool a guard of honour at Anfield this weekend.

Premier League bosses are concerned their stars will be driven to breaking point if England pick their strongest possible squad for this summer's European Under-21 Championships.

Arsene Wenger has proposed a radical new offside rule which would see attackers called onside if any part of their body is in line with a defender.

Matchroom Sport president Barry Hearn tells Sky Sports News that critics of new Snooker world champion Zhao Xintong should move on

THE GUARDIAN

Caleb Ewan, at his peak one of Australian cycling's greatest talents, has stunned the sport by announcing his immediate retirement.

Donald Trump convened the first meeting of his administration's 2026 World Cup task force on Tuesday in a public event in which he revealed that he did not know Russia had been banned from Fifa competitions and insisted the tournament would go off without a hitch.

THE ATHLETIC

President Donald Trump has named Andrew Giuliani, the son of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, as executive director of the 2026 men's World Cup task force.

DAILY RECORD

Ben Doak has been handed a potential pathway to the Liverpool first team with Federico Chiesa 'torn' over his Anfield future.

The first specifics of the SPFL plans to overhaul the lower leagues have been revealed with the gruelling Championship play-offs set to change under the new plans.

Rangers' hopes of making significant investment in the summer transfer market could be severely restricted by financial fair play rules.

Rangers' fan advisory board held a meeting with the club board to discuss the Graeme Souness tifo that emerged ahead of their clash with Celtic - and say they 'robustly' aired supporters' views at the 90-minute sitdown.

SCOTTISH SUN

Birmingham could reportedly make loan deals for Rangers pair Ben Davies and Kieran Dowell into permanent transfers for £3.5m this summer.


Bruno Fernandes attracting interest from Saudi Arabia,
arvey Elliott wanted by several Premier League clubs,
Arsenal renew interest in Mohammed Kudus.

Al-Hilal are preparing a bid for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, but the Red Devils have no plans to sell the 30-year-old Portugal midfielder. (Mail), external

Newcastle are monitoring 29-year-old Bayer Leverkusen and Germany defender Jonathan Tah, who will leave the club when his contract expires in the summer. (Sun), external

Liverpool's English midfielder Harvey Elliott, 22, is attracting interest from several Premier League clubs, including Wolves. (Talksport), external

Real Madrid are not planning to make a move for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi as they do not think they need the Spain international, who has a release clause of €60m (£51m). (OK Diario - in Spanish), external

Arsenal are considering another move for Paris St-Germain midfielder Lee Kang-in, 24, after failing to strike a deal for the South Korea international in January. (Sun), external
Bayer Leverkusen and Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz, 22, is set to snub interest from Manchester City and Real Madrid to join Bayern Munich. (Bild - in German), external


RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko's release clause is more than €80m (£68m) but clubs will be able to sign him for less if a suitable offer for the 21-year-old Slovenia international is made. (Sky Sports Germany), external

West Ham and Ghana winger Mohammed Kudus, 24, is the subject of fresh interest from Arsenal. (Talksport), external

Federico Chiesa, 27, could be on his way out of Liverpool this summer with AC Milan and Napoli interested in the Italy winger. (Calciomercato - in Italian), external

Manchester United added Torino's 28-year-old Serbia goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic to their summer transfer shortlist. (Givemesport)
 
Thursday's newspapers


DAILY MAIL

Aston Villa are expected to trade heavily again in the transfer market this summer and will consider offers for Emi Martinez if Unai Emery and his staff believe they can sign a younger alternative of similar ability.

Fulham manager Marco Silva has reportedly informally agreed to take the reins at Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.

Flamengo want Arsenal midfielder Jorginho in time for the Club World Cup.

Chelsea's plans to move to a new stadium may have to wait until 2042, owner Todd Boehly has revealed.

THE SUN

Jack Grealish is wanted by Napoli with the Manchester City star open to the transfer to link up with Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour.

Phil Brown has been sacked as Kidderminster Harriers boss in the wake of their National League play-off defeat to Chester on Monday.

Former Premier League goalkeeper Jed Steer has ripped up Peterborough contract for 'personal reasons'.

Manchester United are keeping tabs on Fiorentina star Moise Kean ahead of the summer transfer window.

DAILY EXPRESS

Grim scenes on the streets of Paris marred the build-up to Arsenal's crunch Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly been offered a lucrative deal by Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.

Ruben Amorim has opened up about transfer speculation surrounding Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.

DAILY STAR

Arsenal have started to ramp up contract negotiations with defender William Saliba.

Liverpool have allegedly slapped a price tag on their midfielder Harvey Elliott as the summer transfer window looms.

DAILY MIRROR

Arsene Wenger believes Real Madrid would have been talking to Trent Alexander-Arnold for up to two years before the end of his Liverpool contract.

West Ham are said to be worried about Lucas Paqueta and the toll that the ongoing spot-fixing betting case is currently having on the attacking midfielder after he burst into tears during their recent fixture with Tottenham.

One-time England boss Peter Taylor has made a shock return to management in the seventh tier as boss of Canvey Island, where he started his playing career in the 1960s.

Polish referee Szymon Marciniak has hit back at accusations he robbed Barcelona of a place in the Champions League final against Inter Milan.

Juventus are interested in a transfer for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund and could offer midfielder Douglas Luiz as a makeweight in the deal.

Bendito Mantato, the youngster who's been dubbed the 'new Bukayo Saka', has signed his first professional contract with Manchester United.

SCOTTISH SUN

Former Rangers chairman Dave King has suggested it could be June before the takeover of the club is completed.

San Francisco 49ers Enterprises president Paraag Marathe is 'busy' working on the deal for a US consortium to take over Rangers, says former Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani
Falkirk have told fans they can donate up to £250 on top of the cost of a season ticket in a bid to bolster John McGlynn's playing budget.

Kasper Schmeichel is winning his battle to be fit for the Scottish Cup final.

Celtic have been running the rule over Finn Harps teenager Gavin McAteer at Lennoxtown this week.

Falkirk are considering challenging the decision to ban artificial pitches from the Scottish Premiership as they prepare to return to the top flight next season.

Former Hibs and Rangers striker Jason Cummings is at the centre of a FIFA transfer ban over his move to India two years ago.

DAILY RECORD

Scott Arfield will get a crack at the Premiership with Falkirk if he wants to, with CEO Jamie Swinney admitting the club would be crazy not to keep him.

Callum McGregor has vowed the Celtic dressing room will protect Arne Engels from his critics as the captain launched an impassioned defence of the club's record signing.

Lennon Miller admits he doesn't know what's around the corner this summer after being crowned PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year.


Arsenal make offer to sign Liam Delap,
the Gunners hope to extend William Saliba's contract,
Emiliano Martinez's future at Aston Villa could be in doubt.

Arsenal have made an offer to the representatives of Ipswich's English striker Liam Delap, 22, as they seek to sign a supporting forward alongside a more experienced and proven option. (Football Transfers), external

The Gunners have also stepped up talks to extend the contract of France centre-back William Saliba, who has been linked with Real Madrid. The aim is to prevent the 24-year-old leaving for a cheaper price when he has one year left on his deal next summer, or on a free transfer when his contract ends in 2027. (L'Equipe, via Get French Football News), external

The future of Argentina keeper Emiliano Martinez, 32, at Aston Villa could be in doubt, with the Midlands club looking to sign a new stopper in the summer transfer window. (Mail), external

Liverpool are ready to sell 28-year-old Greece left-back Kostas Tsimikas this summer. (Football Insider), external

Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea all have an interest in Bayer Leverkusen's Czech Republic striker Patrik Schick, 29, this summer. (Caught Offside), external

Chelsea and Liverpool are leading the race to sign Bournemouth and Spain centre-back Dean Huijsen, 20. (Teamtalk), external

Uncertainty around the final verdict of the 115 charges faced by Manchester City could extend into next season, but the club are still planning to spend big in the summer transfer window. (i paper), external

Al-Hilal are waiting for an answer from Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi about the Italian becoming their new manager and, if he turns them down, the Saudi Pro League club could make a move for Fulham's Marco Silva. (Talksport), external

English defender Lloyd Kelly, 26, has made the required number of appearances to turn his loan move from Newcastle United to Juventus into a permanent switch. (Calciomercato - in Italian), external

Napoli owner Aurelio de Laurentiis has intensified contact with former Juventus and AC Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri in case manager Antonio Conte leaves the club at the end of the season. (Tutomercatoweb - in Italian), external

Manchester United are keeping tabs on 25-year-old Italy and Fiorentina forward Moise Kean. (Footmercato - in Italian)
 
Friday's newspapers...

DAILY MAIL

Newcastle have sent scouts to watch RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in action to line up potential replacements for Alexander Isak.

In the event he stays, Newcastle are monitoring the situations of Matheus Cunha, Bryna Mbeumo and Liam Delap to support Isak next season.

Aston Villa are one of several Premier League clubs interested in Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes.

Newcastle are still considering a move for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford this summer.

THE TELEGRAPH

Arsenal's new sporting director, Andrea Berta, is believed to favour a move for striker Viktor Gyokeres in what is shaping up to be a key summer transfer window for the club.

THE SUN

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana had his £350,000 car impounded due to not having insurance.

Alejandro Garnacho could still leave Manchester United this summer despite claiming he was happy at the club.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim reiterated Bruno Fernandes' importance to his side amid transfer rumours

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has received a shock proposal from Liverpool as he prepares to leave the Etihad at the end of his current contract this summer.

DAILY EXPRESS

Spain are ready to battle with England and Nigeria to secure the international allegiance of Manchester United prospect Victor Musa.

A Leeds United supporter is fighting for his life in a coma after suffering life-threatening injuries during his side's Championship title celebrations on Monday.

DAILY MIRROR

Mikel Arteta will be backed in the transfer market with a big summer spend on four major signings to turn Arsenal into winners.

Mikel Arteta reveals PSG's bench told him the best team lost after two legs of gallant effort from his Arsenal side as their Champions League dream came to an end with a 3-1 defeat on aggregate

Marcus Rashford is said to have partnered with super-agent Pini Zahavi as well as indicating a willingness to lower his salary demands in order to help facilitate a move to Barcelona.

SCOTTISH SUN

Serie A side Udinese have scouted Reo Hatate as they weigh up a big-money summer swoop for the Celtic midfielder.

Vaclav Cerny's future at Rangers remains up in the air as he prepares to return to his parent club Wolfsburg at the end of the season.


Napoli want to sign Kevin de Bruyne,
Italian side also monitoring Jack Grealish,
Marcus Rashford eyeing move to Barcelona.

Napoli want to sign 33-year-old Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne on a free transfer when his Manchester City contract expires this summer. (Times - subscription required), external

De Bruyne is keen to stay in Europe, and Aston Villa are understood to be among a host of clubs keeping tabs on his situation. (i paper), external

Napoli are also monitoring Manchester City's 29-year-old England midfielder Jack Grealish. (Sun), external

Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, 22, remains Manchester City's number one transfer target, with the Germany midfielder yet to indicate whether he would rather join City or Bayern Munich. (Mail Plus - subscription required), external

Manchester United's England forward Marcus Rashford, 27, who is on loan at Aston Villa, is eyeing a move to Barcelona this summer. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish), external

Bayer Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong has a £29.7m release clause in his contract, providing a major boost to Liverpool who are keen on the 24-year-old Netherlands international. (Talksport), external

Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City have all made contact to sign Brazil winger Rodrygo, 24, from Real Madrid. (Tbrfootball), external

Crystal Palace are confident of signing 25-year-old English midfielder Joe Willock from Newcastle this summer. (Chronicle Live), external

Borussia Dortmund have joined the race for Sunderland's 19-year-old English midfielder Jobe Bellingham, who has also been scouted by Manchester United. (Talksport), external

Aston Villa do not want to lose £90m-rated England midfielder Morgan Rogers, who is attracting the interest of Chelsea, but the 22-year-old would be open to a move if the opportunity presented itself. (Teamtalk), external

Al Hilal are showing serious interest in Liverpool's 25-year-old Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez and 28-year-old Colombia winger Luis Diaz. (Caught Offside), external

Chelsea want to sign Dutch striker Emanuel Emegha from Strasbourg, with Newcastle also showing interest in the 22-year-old. (Foot Mercato - in French), external

West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers are two of the clubs looking at a potential summer transfer for 24-year-old Genoa and Denmark defensive midfielder Morten Frendrup. (Football Transfers), external

Manchester City want to sign 21-year-old Flamengo and Brazil right-back Wesley. (Gianlucadimarzio - in Italian), external

Newcastle's 25-year-old Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali remains Juventus' prime midfield target this summer. (Gazzetta - in Italian)
 
Saturday's Newspapers


Chelsea make contact over Rafael Leao,
Borussia Dortmund want Jobe Bellingham
a Manchester City target agrees Bayern Munich move.

Chelsea have opened talks to sign AC Milan winger Rafael Leao, with the Serie A side prepared to let the 25-year-old Portugal international leave for around £63.5m. (Caught Offside), external

Arsenal have opened talks with France centre-back William Saliba, 24, over a new contract amid interest from Real Madrid. (Athletic - subscription required), external

The Gunners are also close to signing Espanyol's 24-year-old Spanish goalkeeper Joan Garcia as back-up. (Independent), external

Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, 19, could follow in his 21-year-old brother Jude's footsteps with Borussia Dortmund planning a £25m move for the England Under-21 international. (Times - subscription required), external

Manchester City target Florian Wirtz has agreed to join Bayern Munich, with the Bundesliga champions prepared to pay £87.1m for the 22-year-old Bayer Leverkusen and Germany midfielder. (Bild - in German), external

Rangers are considering re-hiring Steven Gerrard as manager, with Gary O'Neil, Rob Edwards and Russell Martin also being considered. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Xabi Alonso is keen to bring 20-year-old Bournemouth and Spain defender Dean Huijsen to Real Madrid should he replace Carlo Ancelotti as manager at the Bernabeu. (Talksport), external

Liverpool and Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, 25, is one of a number of options being considered by Serie A leaders Napoli as they look to improve their attack. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian), external

American John Textor has held talks to buy out fellow shareholders David Blitzer and Josh Harris and take control of Crystal Palace, but faces competition from New York Jets owner Woody Johnson. (Guardian), external

Liverpool will discuss terms with Luis Diaz, 28, over a new contract in the summer, with the Colombia winger's current deal set to expire in 2027. (TBR Football), external

Nottingham Forest have joined Newcastle and Inter Milan in the race to sign Liverpool and England centre-back Jarrell Quansah, 22. (Teamtalk), external

Forest are also interested in Manchester City attacking midfielder James McAtee, but the 22-year-old Englishman also has admirers at Tottenham and Bayer Leverkusen. (TBR Football)
 
Sunday's newspapers


SUN ON SUNDAY

Brighton keeper Bart Verbruggen is a shock target for Real Madrid.

Andre Onana is ready to fight for his Manchester United career - and show Ruben Amorim he can be his long-term No  1.

Erling Haaland has bagged a yellow £320,000 Ferrari for his luxury car collection - totalling £8m.

MAIL ON SUNDAY

Manchester United are not handing free tickets to staff for the Europa League final - while Tottenham are offering a complimentary ticket to every full-time employee.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim reiterated Bruno Fernandes' importance to his side amid transfer rumours

Former England youth international Ryan Ledson has been released by Preston North End after seven years with the club.

With just two months remaining on Ronaldo's current deal in the Saudi capital speculation is mounting that the legendary striker may continue his career elsewhere.

SUNDAY MIRROR

Arsenal have opened talks with Leandro Trossard as clubs from the Saudi Pro League circle for the Belgian.

Outgoing Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has given his backing to "fantastic" Xabi Alonso to replace him at the Bernabeu, with the Italian expected to depart in the coming weeks.

Liverpool target Jeremie Frimpong has bid farewell to outgoing Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso as the Spaniard prepares to replace Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.

Xabi Alonso confirms Bayer Leverkusen exit amid links over a potential move to Real Madrid with Carlo Ancelotti's future in the Spanish capital uncertain.

SUNDAY EXPRESS

Martin Keown has claimed Arsene Wenger's FA Cup obsession cost Arsenal greatly during his time as a player for the north London outfit.

Liverpool's Darwin Nunez is reportedly on the radar of European heavyweights Napoli and Atletico Madrid, as rumours swirl about a potential departure from Anfield.

SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

Josh Tarling claimed the first Grand Tour win of his career with victory in the time-trial on stage two of the Giro d'Italia.

STAR ON SUNDAY

Luke Littler could retire in five years, claims a former women's world No 1 Linda Duffy.

SUNDAY RECORD

Lawrence Shankland is back in fresh contract talks with Hearts.

Hearts are set to approach Kilmarnock in the next 48 hours to make Derek McInnes their new manager

SCOTTISH SUN ON SUNDAY

Rangers are targeting a swoop for £4m Basel midfielder Metinho.


Martin Zubimendi verbally agrees to join Arsenal from Real Sociedad,
Erik ten Hag and Cesc Fabregas in frame to replace Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen
Cristiano Ronaldo future at Al-Nassr in doubt.

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 26, has verbally agreed to join Arsenal and the Spain international intends to join the Gunners when his release clause of 60m euros (£50.75m) is activated. (Talksport), external

However, reports in Spain suggest Xabi Alonso has included Zubimendi on a list of transfer targets for when, as expected, the Bayer Leverkusen manager replaces Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid boss. (AS), external

Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal are planning a third meeting with the representatives of Portugal international Bruno Fernandes as they try to convince the 30-year-old to join them, despite Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim saying he wants the midfielder to stay at Old Trafford. (Mirror), external

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag and Como boss Cesc Fabregas are the contenders to take over from Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen. (Kicker - in German), external

Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is working on a deal to bring in a new striker, narrowing down his search to Sporting's Sweden star Viktor Gyokeres, 26, and RB Leipzig's Slovenia international Benjamin Sesko, 21. (TBR Football), external

Belgium forward Leandro Trossard is also in talks with Arsenal about a new deal, amid the 30-year-old attracting interest from Saudi Pro League clubs. (Mail), external

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Al-Nassr is in doubt, with a two-year contract extension for the 40-year-old being put on hold. (Marca), external

Manchester United favour a move for Bournemouth's Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo, 25, over a potential deal for Brentford's Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo, 25. They are also looking to sign Wolves' Brazil striker Matheus Cunha, 25, and Ipswich Town's 22-year-old English frontman Liam Delap. (Sky Sports, via Teamtalk), external

Germany winger Leroy Sane is not satisfied with the new deal offered by Bayern Munich and could leave on a free transfer in the summer, with the 29-year-old linked to Arsenal, Chelsea or La Liga. (Sky Sport Germany), external

Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah, 29, has been linked with Bayern Munich and Barcelona on a free transfer in the summer and the Germany international says he will make a decision soon about his future. (Sport Bild - in German), external

Marseille are considering 25-year-old Arsenal and Poland centre-back Jakub Kiwior as one of the summer options to strengthen their defence. (Foot Mercato - in French)
 
Monday's newspapers


THE SUN

Crystal Palace are chasing Chelsea-linked Strasbourg striker Emanuel Emegha - in case Jean-Philippe Mateta is sold.

Isaac Sinclair, son of former England winger Trevor Sinclair, is set to sign for Accrington Stanley.


DAILY MAIL

Casemiro is set for a hefty pay rise if Manchester United win the Europa League this month, according to a report.

Manchester United fans vented against Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos at Old Trafford on Sunday after a season of brutal ticket price hikes and controversy.

Paul Scholes believes Tottenham Hotspur will be considered the favourites going into the Europa League final, but still expects Manchester United to come out on top.

Emma Raducanu has revealed that she keeps being banned from the Italian Open grounds because she has repeatedly lost her accreditation.

DAILY MIRROR

Mikel Arteta has promised a major summer spending spree after admitting Arsenal's squad was "super short" this season.

Arne Slot said the home fans were" allowed to have their opinion" after Trent Alexander-Arnold copped boos from sections of the Liverpool crowd.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's plans to sell Nice have suffered a blow after the French side missed out on automatic qualification for the league phase of the Champions League.

Hamburg's promotion celebrations saw 25 people taken to hospital with one suffering life-threatening injuries. A 6-1 win over Ulm confirmed the side's return to the Bundesliga and resulted in a pitch invasion that saw the Volksparkstadion swarmed by supporters.

DAILY EXPRESS

Real Madrid have reportedly considered a move for Arsenal's David Raya this summer as part of their major rebuild.

Mikel Arteta was furious with the first-half performance of his Arsenal players in Sunday's 2-2 draw at Anfield.

Speaking on Sky Sports' Super Sunday, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher gave their reaction to Mikel Arteta's emotional post-match interview after Arsenal's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

An "embarrassed" Ruben Amorim has claimed he will not survive at Manchester United next season unless there is a rapid uplift in results.

DAILY STAR

Ruben Amorim's reaction to Leny Yoro's injury speaks volumes, according to fans, as Manchester United slip and slide down the Premier League table.

The Premier League's Match Centre account has explained the decision to send off Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.

SUNDAY RECORD

Hearts could land Derek McInnes as their new boss swiftly by meeting a minimum compensation clause.

David Strelec would score a "minimum" of 20 goals if he signs for Celtic, according to former Hoops player Lubo Moravcik.

SCOTTISH SUN

Barry Ferguson has revealed he loves Nico Raskin's fiery temperament because it reminds him of himself.


Bayern Munich have no plan to raise their offer to Leroy Sane,
Napoli slient on move for Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne
Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior on radar of Inter Milan and Juventus.

Bayern Munich do not intend to improve their contract offer to Germany winger Leroy Sane, despite the new agents of the 29-year-old - who is out of contract in the summer - submitting a fresh proposal to the Bundesliga champions. (Florian Plettenberg, Sky Sports Germany), external

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna is remaining silent about a move to sign Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne, 33, on a free transfer when he leaves Manchester City at the end of his contract this summer. (Calciomercato - in Italian), external

Canada striker Jonathan David will be a free agent when his deal with Lille ends in the summer and the 25-year-old is another target for Napoli.

Bayer Leverkusen chief Fernando Carro believes there is a 50-50 chance of 22-year-old Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz, who has been linked with Bayern Munich, staying with the club. (Sky Sports Germany), external

Arsenal centre-back Jakub Kiwior is on the radar of both Juventus and Inter Milan as the 25-year-old Poland defender weighs up his long-term future. (Football Insider), external

Real Madrid are looking to agree a deal with Liverpool worth about £1m for 26-year-old England full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold to join them before the Club World Cup. (Football Insider), external

Former Everton and Burnley manager Sean Dyche is among the candidates to take over at Leicester City, with the Foxes expected to part ways with current boss Ruud van Nistelrooy. (Talksport), external

Brazil midfielder Douglas Luiz says he misses playing for Aston Villa as he struggles for first-team football at Juventus, who signed the 27-year-old from the Midlands club last summer. (Twitch, via Birmingham Mail), external

Brighton are among a number of clubs interested in 21-year-old defender Diego Coppola, who plays for Serie A side Hellas Verona. (Fabrizio Romano), external

AC Milan are keen on Feyenoord centre-back David Hancko but face competition from Bayer Leverkusen and Juventus for the 27-year-old Slovakia international. (Calciomercato - in Italian)
 
Tuesday's newspapers


THE SUN

Real Madrid will target Cristian Romero this summer as they look to build a new backline, with incoming boss Xabi Alonso believed to be a huge fan of Romero.

A bonkers rule means Chelsea could choose between playing in the Champions League or the Europa League next season.

Stoke managerial legend Tony Pulis has reportedly begun talks with Egyptian club Zamalek about becoming their director of football.

Sheffield United paid an emotional tribute to late club legend George Baldock after they booked their place in the play-off final.

Manchester United chiefs have set an ambitious target for next season - to finish in the top six.

Raging Evangelos Marinakis erupted again in the Nottingham Forest tunnel in an even more shocking repeat of his on-pitch rant.

Former Manchester United chief Tom Keane has lifted the lid on the club's record-breaking 2022 summer transfer window.

THE TIMES

Manchester United would mark any potential Europa League success with a celebratory barbecue, with no time for an open-top bus parade.

Newcastle have been criticised over their decision to redesign the club's badge amid concern at one of the potential options.

Joe Schmidt has risked devaluing key British & Irish Lions tour matches after saying he would withhold Australia's Test players from representing their Super Rugby teams.

Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell and Phil Salt could miss the start of England's white-ball series against West Indies because the final of the delayed IPL now creates a fixture clash.

DAILY MAIL

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has headed to Ibiza for a short break to celebrate his side's Premier League title win.

Ange Postecoglou has warned Heung-Min Son he will not allow his heart to rule his head ahead of the Europa League final.

Liverpool are reportedly in advanced negotiations with a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Manchester City have made AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders a serious summer target as they plan the rebuilding of Pep Guardiola's squad.

New Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti has become the world's highest-paid national team manager on a contract that is set to earn him more than £8m.

Newcastle have been criticised over their decision to redesign the club's badge amid concern at one of the potential options.

David Beckham has told Minnesota United to "show a little respect" after they celebrated thrashing his star-studded Inter Miami team by calling them the "Pink Phony Club".

THE ATHLETIC

Luis Diaz has said he wants to stay at Liverpool for as long as possible.

DAILY MIRROR

Liam Delap is said to be ready to snub interest from Chelsea to sign for Manchester United in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Former Rangers boss Steven Gerrard could be in line for a surprise return to Ibrox.

THE GUARDIAN

Tottenham are set to discuss the future of their women's team head coach, Robert Vilahamn, in the next fortnight after their second-bottom finish in the Women's Super League.

Indian influence at the top table of world cricket could be set to increase with Sanjog Gupta, the head of live sport at broadcast giants Jiostar, having emerged as the frontrunner to become the new chief executive of the International Cricket Council.

DAILY RECORD

Davide Ancelotti is under serious consideration to be the next Rangers manager.

Rangers have been forced to shelve plans for a money-spinning trip to Australia for a second time.

Derek McInnes is edging closer to accepting the Hearts job - almost eight months after Brighton's data crunchers identified him as the best candidate for the position.


Pep Guardiola wants to bring AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to Manchester CIty,
Liverpool winger Luis Diaz pledges his future to the Reds,
Manchester United are set to keep faith with boss Ruben Amorim.

Manchester City will target a summer move for 26-year-old Netherlands midfielder Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan, who will only consider a bid in excess of club record £57m. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Manchester United's hierarchy have no immediate plans to replace Ruben Amorim as manager. (Talksport), external

Colombian winger Luis Diaz, 28, has pledged his future to Liverpool despite having previously been linked with Barcelona. (Express, via Telemundo), external

Real Madrid have not yet made Liverpool a formal offer to sign England right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold early, a week after asking the Premier League club if the 26-year-old could play for them in next month's Club World Cup. (Sky Sports), external

Liverpool could look to replace Alexander-Arnold with Bayer Leverkusen and Netherlands right-back Jeremie Frimpong, 24, who has a £29.4m-33.6m (35-40m euros) release clause. (Sky Germany - in German), external

Newcastle defender Sven Botman wants to stay at at the club despite interest in the Netherlands international, 25, from Paris St-Germain. (The I), external

Napoli have held talks with Kevin de Bruyne's camp about signing on a free transfer when his contract expires with Manchester City in the summer. (Sky Switzerland - in French), external

Atletico Madrid are set to hold talks with Manchester United over a deal for Brazil winger Antony, who is on loan at Real Betis, with Juventus and Villarreal also keen on the 25-year-old. (Football Espana), external

Real Madrid are interested in re-signing France left-back Theo Hernandez, 27, from AC Milan, six years after he left them. (Calciomercato - in Italian), external

The transfer deadline will close four hours earlier than previously for this summer's double window with the time set to change from 23:00 to 19:00 BST. (Mail)
 
Wednesday's newspapers



THE DAILY MAIL

Florian Wirtz's parents met Manchester City officials on Tuesday during a flying visit as the race to land the Bayer Leverkusen playmaker heats up.

Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Jeremie Frimpong would be very keen on a move to Liverpool should the Premier League champions decide to step up their drive to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold this summer.


THE SUN

Pep Guardiola has held talks with Florian Wirtz as Manchester City stepped up their bid to land the German star in a £126m deal.

A Manchester United scout saw Cristiano Ronaldo Jr make his Portugal U15 debut as a raft of top clubs sent representatives to the match.

DAILY MIRROR

Viktor Gyokeres would command a contract well in excess of £200,000-a-week at Arsenal and become one of their top earners if they sign him from Sporting this summer.

Arsenal are determined to sign a top-quality striker after bringing in just one over the last seven years - with Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak on their list.

Ruben Amorim has reached into his own pocket to counteract Sir Jim Ratcliffe's cost-cutting crusade at Manchester United by buying Europa League final tickets for his staff.

Manchester United have cancelled the club's end-of-season-awards dinner after the dismal performance of the men's team.

THE TIMES

Ruben Amorim admits he may have to leave Manchester United if their poor form continues next season

Manchester United have decided against holding an end-of-season awards dinner after the disappointing performance of the men's first team.

Sarina Wiegman is unsure whether Lauren James' fitness can be relied upon for Euro 2025 after the forward was not included in England's squad for their Nations League double-header.

Police in Bilbao have made a special trip to Wembley to meet their British counterparts and see how they secure the perimeter at the national stadium.

Goodison Park will become the permanent home of Everton Women after hosting its final Premier League game on Sunday.

THE GUARDIAN

Manchester United intend to retain Ruben Amorim as head coach next season even if they lose the Europa League final against Tottenham.

Blackburn's place in the Women's Super League 2 next season is in major doubt after their players were informed on Tuesday morning that the club is highly unlikely to provide the funding to meet the division's new minimum licence requirement.

THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

Nottingham Forest are targeting at least five new signings this summer as they prepare for a return to European football, with Liam Delap and James McAtee among those scouted.

Dan Ashworth will be unveiled as the Football Association's new director of football operations this week, seven months after he was sacked from his role as sporting director at Manchester United.

THE ATHLETIC

Manchester City have contacted AC Milan to express an interest in signing Tijjani Reijnders.


Manchester United are the frontrunners to sign Liam Delap,
Nottingham Forest will make at least five summer signings,
Arsenal and Liverpool are competing to land Dean Huijsen.

Manchester United are leading the race to sign Ipswich's English forward Liam Delap, 22, who would be happy to move to Old Trafford this summer. (Sky Sports), external

Nottingham Forest will make at least five signings this summer with Manchester City's 22-year-old English midfielder James McAtee and Ipswich striker Delap among those they have scouted. (Telegraph - subscription required), external

Arsenal and Liverpool are vying to sign Bournemouth's 20-year-old Spain centre-back Dean Huijsen, who is also being tracked by Real Madrid. (Sky Germany), external

Huijsen dreams of joining Real Madrid, but Premier League trio Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are prepared to trigger the defender's £50m release clause to get the deal done this month. (Fabrizio Romano), external

Bayer Leverkusen's Netherlands right-back Jeremie Frimpong, 24, is closing in on a £29.5m move to Liverpool. (Mail), external

Real Madrid are close to announcing the signing of 26-year-old English right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, who are demanding a compensation fee of £840,000 in order for him to play in the Club World Cup. (ESPN), external

Manchester United have held talks with Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo, 25, over a possible move from Bournemouth. (Talksport), external

Brighton are in talks with veteran English midfielder James Milner, 39, over a new deal with the club. (Athletic - subscription required), external

Brazil winger Rodrygo, 24, does not want to play for Real Madrid again as he targets a summer exit from the club. (Marca - in Spanish), external

Arsenal want to sign Sporting Lisbon's 26-year-old Sweden forward Viktor Gyokeres, who has an agreement with the Portuguese side that he can leave if another club agrees to pay about £60m. (Mirror), external

As well as Gyokeres, Arsenal are also interested in RB Leipzig's Slovenia forward Benjamin Sesko, 21. (Sky Sports)
 
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