What The Sports Pages Say

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Tuesday 27 June 2023 06:23, UK



THE ATHLETIC
West Ham have received a formal offer from Manchester City for midfielder Declan Rice, with the proposal giving them £80m up front with a further £10m in add-ons.
Sunderland teenager Chris Rigg has rejected interest from Newcastle and Manchester United and is set to sign a new contract at the Stadium of Light.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Tottenham want to thrash out a deal for James Maddison with Leicester City this week but seem likely to find the Foxes staying firm on their £60m valuation of the England forward.
Mason Mount is ready to report for training at Chelsea and make himself available for their pre-season tour of the USA if a move to Manchester United remains on hold.
LIV Golf rebel Sergio Garcia is set to try and qualify for the Open Championship in next week's final round, but it appears neither Lee Westwood or Ian Poulter will be on the entry list when it is confirmed on Tuesday.

DAILY MAIL
Arsenal have made an improved £41.5m offer for Ajax defender Jurrien Timber and are close to agreeing personal terms with the Netherlands international.
Manchester United's £55m bid for Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount remains on the table but an impasse in talks has led United to refocus on other targets, including Brighton's Moises Caicedo and Juventus' Adrien Rabiot
Manchester United are weighing up a move for FC Utrecht midfielder Taylor Booth, whose talents are admired by boss Erik ten Hag.
Fulham are set to offer Leeds United midfielder Brennan Aaronson a route back to the Premier League.
Spain international Nico Williams is set to disappoint Aston Villa as he is close to agreeing a new contract at Athletic Bilbao.
Former Liverpool and Chelsea striker Fernando Torres is pursuing more than £650,000 in compensation from the Spanish government for damages incurred by his gym chain during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Andre Onana, who has reportedly drawn interest from Manchester United, shows his striking skills, despite the fact he's a goalkeeper!
Aston Villa are trying to find a bargain deal with Villarreal for defender Pau Torres to avoid having to pay his £55m buyout clause.
The Football Association is investigating one of its own board members, Rupinder Bains, after it was discovered she worked for a Cayman Islands-based firm involved in a failed takeover bid for Crystal Palace.
Bayern Munich defender Lucas Hernandez has been told he is "not welcome" at Paris Saint-Germain by club ultras after being linked with a move to the French capital.
Jermaine Pennant has revealed he almost left Liverpool for Real Madrid in 2009, but the move was blocked by then Real boss Juande Ramos and he left on loan for Portsmouth instead.
Are Manchester United genuinely interested in Brighton's Moises Caicedo?
England star Jonny Bairstow has been attacked as "overweight" and "not a wicketkeeper" by Australian commentator Jim Maxwell ahead of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.

THE TIMES
A team of doctors and scientists believe they have gathered evidence that proves welterweight boxer Conor Benn did not take a banned substance.
Manchester United fans are set to protest at Old Trafford on Tuesday when the club launches its new home strip.
Manchester United's head of group planning Francesca Whitfield says the women's game needs to implement financial regulation to improve the competitiveness of the WSL.

THE SUN
Tottenham are closing on the signing of Empoli goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who is in London to undergo a medical.
Former Everton midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson is set to link up with Wayne Rooney at DC United.
Lionel Messi reflects on winning the World Cup in Qatar last year and what it has meant for his own career achievements
Manchester United could miss out on Sofyan Amrabat this summer with AC Milan keen on the Morocco international as a replacement for Newcastle-bound Sandro Tonali.
Fabio Paratici has been advising Tottenham on a consultation basis despite his resignation as sporting director in the wake of the malpractice scandal at Juventus which saw him banned for 30 months.
Besiktas are lining up a move for Leicester striker Kelechi Iheanacho according to reports in Turkey.

EVENING STANDARD
Manchester United are set to pull off a transfer coup by winning the race to sign in-demand Watford teenager Harry Amass.

DAILY STAR
Manchester United bidder Thomas Zilliacus has branded the club's takeover as the most farcical of all time and says he has "never seen anyone so unable to make a decision".


DAILY MIRROR
Arsenal are considering a move for £30m-rated Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana if they miss out on Declan Rice.
Goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has revealed he feared for his life after suffering an undiagnosed heart scare during a match for Juventus last season.

THE GUARDIAN
Celtic are in the running to sign Red Star Belgrade midfielder Kings Kagawa but face competition from across Europe for the Zambia international.

THE SCOTTISH SUN
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says it is a good time to strengthen his 'exciting squad' during the summer transfer window
Former Celtic boss Ronny Deila has hit back at claims he lied over his shock exit from Standard Liege after leaving them for rivals Club Brugge last month.

DAILY RECORD
Rhys Williams is edging closer to a move away from Liverpool with Aberdeen rated as favourites to sign the defender because of their good relationship with the Anfield club.



Tottenham are preparing to table an opening offer of £40m for Leicester playmaker James Maddison - but the Foxes want £60m for their 26-year-old England star. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Napoli's reported rejection of Paris St-Germain's 100m euro (£86m) move for 24-year-old Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen could spark an auction - with Liverpool, Manchester United and Newcastle poised to launch bids. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Bayern Munich could be at the front of the queue for 29-year-old Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane, who is said to be keen on the move to Germany. (Sky Sport Germany)

Newcastle are in advanced talks with relegated Southampton over a potential £15m deal for 20-year-old English full-back Tino Livramento. (Telegraph - subscription required)

England pair Jadon Sancho and Harry Maguire are among 13 players Manchester United are willing to sell this summer. (Mail)

Manchester United's long pursuit of Adrien Rabiot faces a setback with the 28-year-old France midfielder set to sign a fresh deal at Serie A giants Juventus. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian)

Chelsea have reached a full agreement on personal terms with £80m-rated midfielder Moises Caicedo but will now need to settle on a fee with Brighton to sign the 21-year-old. (Fabrizio Romano, The Residency podcast - download required)

Mohamed Salah is not heading for the Anfield exit any time soon despite speculation linking the Egypt and Liverpool forward, 31, with a transfer to Saudi Arabia. (Mirror)

However, Salah's out-of-contract former Liverpool team-mate Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, 29, is debating whether to accept a lucrative offer to become the first England international to join the Saudi Pro League. (Mail)

Arsenal are lining up Youssouf Fofana, 24, as an alternative to West Ham's England midfielder Declan Rice, but the Hammers and Newcastle are also chasing the Monaco and France midfielder. (L'Equipe - in French, subscription required)

AC Milan will sign former England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, 27, from Chelsea for 15m euros. (Calciomercato - in Italian)

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is keen on a reunion with Villarreal's Spanish centre-back Pau Torres, 26, who they feel they can get for less less than his £51.5m release clause with just one year remaining on his contract. (Times - subscription required)

Former Everton and Iceland midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson, 33, is set to complete shock transfer to Wayne Rooney's DC United. (Sun)

Promoted Sheffield United are in "advanced" talks to sign English centre-back Mason Holgate, 26, on loan from Premier League rivals Everton. (Talksport)

Liverpool have joined Arsenal in the race to sign Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia, 19, from relegated Southampton. (Fabrizio Romano)

Bundesliga side Wolfsburg will demand £26m for Netherlands Under-21 defender Micky van de Ven, 22, who has been linked with Tottenham. (Evening Standard)

Sunderland's English teenager Chris Rigg, 16, has rejected a move to the Black Cats' north-east rivals Newcastle to remain at the Stadium of Light. (The Athletic - subscription required)

Arsenal make an improved £41.5m bid for Ajax and Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 22. (Mail)

 

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Wednesday's newspapers


DAILY STAR

Erik ten Hag has been told he has no more than £100m to spend on his Manchester United squad this summer unless he is able to sell players.


DAILY MAIL

Crystal Palace are keen to add to their attacking options and have an interest in Everton forward Demarai Gray and former Tottenham loan player Arnaut Danjuma.

Carlo Ancelotti has resolved his legal suit against former club Everton after a dispute between the parties over a £2m bonus payment.

Roma are set to lose Paulo Dybala this summer with Al Hilal one of the Saudi clubs interested in signing him for a cut-price £10m.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Chelsea have rejected an offer from Galatasaray for striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

Leicester City are keen on signing Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks with new boss Enzo Maresca said to be a fan of his ability and versatility.

THE SUN

Inter Milan's transfer chief Piero Ausilio is reportedly back in England to negotiate a deal with Manchester United for goalkeeper Andre Onana.

Andre Onana, who has reportedly drawn interest from Manchester United, shows his striking skills, despite the fact he is a goalkeeper!

Liverpool target Ryan Gravenberch has told Dutch press that he has unfinished business at Bayern Munich and "assumes" he will be staying at the club.

THE ATHLETIC

David de Gea reportedly signed a contract extension with Manchester United before the club pulled out of the agreement and made a significantly lower offer to the Spain goalkeeper, whose future at Old Trafford is now under a heavy cloud.

DAILY MIRROR

Leicester City are closing on a deal to sign Wolves defender Conor Coady, who spent last season on loan with Everton.

Dwight Yorke has warned Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho he is on "borrowed time" at Old Trafford.

Enzo Maresca is ready to give Leicester City teen sensation Amani Richards the chance to transfer his explosive U18 form to the first team next season.

Manchester United turned down the opportunity to sign Adrien Rabiot after the Red Devils were told to pay a 'premium figure' to his mother-agent.

THE TIMES

Manchester United are not going to budge on their £55m offer to Chelsea for Mason Mount despite predicting record revenues for this year.

EVENING STANDARD

Arsenal have until Friday to secure the future of the Premier League's youngest player Ethan Nwaneri, with Chelsea and Manchester City waiting in the wings to sign the teenager if he opts not to stay with the Gunners.

Fulham have identified AC Milan defender Fode Ballo-Toure as a potential replacement if left-back Antonee Robinson leaves the club this summer.

Fenerbahce defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has set his sights on a move back to England where there is interest from Premier League clubs Brentford and Bournemouth.

DAILY RECORD

Kieran Tierney is not closing the door on a sensational Celtic return this summer if Brendan Rodgers comes calling.

Cameron Carter-Vickers is preparing to be a part of Rodgers' Celtic squad despite talk over the weekend that the defender would follow Ange Postecoglou back to his former club Tottenham.

THE SCOTSMAN

Numerous Scottish Premiership clubs are on alert after Dundee United confirmed Steven Fletcher would be leaving the club this summer.



Tottenham striker Harry Kane, 29, wants to join Bayern Munich but the German club's opening offer of £60m plus add-ons for the England captain has been deemed too low and they will need to get to at least £100m to have a chance of completing a deal. (Guardian)

Arsenal have submitted a third bid for 24-year-old West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice, with the offer made up of an initial £100m and a further £5m in add-ons. (Athletic - subscription required)

Tottenham are closing in on a £40m deal for Leicester midfielder James Maddison, 26, with the England international set to have a medical on Wednesday. (Sky Sports)

Spain goalkeeper David de Gea, 32, signed a contract extension with Manchester United but the Old Trafford club backed out of the deal and have instead offered him a lower salary than they had originally. (Athletic - subscription required)

Manager Erik ten Hag's uncertainty about De Gea is behind Manchester United's U-turn over a new contract for the Spanish goalkeeper. (Mail)

Porto's need to raise money to meet Financial Fair Play regulations has seen them offer goalkeeper Diogo Costa to a number of suitors across the Premier League, with Chelsea and Manchester United among those contacted about the 23-year-old Portugal international. (90min)

Liverpool are ready to rival Real Madrid in trying to sign Paris St-Germain's France forward Kylian Mbappe, 24, with a bid of more than 300m euros (£258m), according to Fifa agent Marco Kirdemir. (Marca)

Manchester United would also consider entering an auction for Mbappe, with PSG open to offers from Premier League sides. (Sun)

Inter Milan are set to make a new bid to loan Chelsea's Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, 30, with a £25.8m option to buy at the end of the season. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Arsenal are closing in on the signings of Ajax's Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 22, and Chelsea's Germany forward Kai Havertz, 24. (Sky Sports)

Manchester United remain interested in signing Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 26, with Bayern Munich also exploring the possibility of recruiting the Netherlands international. (90min)

West Ham are in talks with Juventus over a permanent deal for Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria. The 26-year-old spent last season on loan at Chelsea. (Sky Italia - in Italian)

Brighton have yet to receive any offers for Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 21, and are keen on Ajax's Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus, 22. (Talksport)

Ajax want £40m for attacking midfielder Kudus with Manchester United also thought to be interested in a deal. (Mail)

Liverpool and Newcastle United are among the Premier League clubs eyeing Juventus' £51m-rated Italy forward Federico Chiesa, 25. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian)

Chelsea have turned down an offer from Galatasaray to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, 34, on a free transfer as they want to recoup some of the £10.3m they spent on him last September. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Leeds United are interested in Liverpool's 26-year-old English centre-back Nat Phillips. (Athletic - subscription required)

Real Madrid are considering activating Fenerbahce midfielder Arda Guler's 17.5m euro (£15m) release clause, but the amount of commission added on top for the 18-year-old is complicating the deal. (ESPN)

Everton have turned down a £4m bid from Ipswich Town for 22-year-old English striker Ellis Simms. (Football Insider)

Former England midfielder Jesse Lingard, 30, is "considering all options" and has not ruled out a move to Saudi Araba following his departure from Nottingham Forest. (Sky Sports)

Sheffield Wednesday are in talks with former Aston Villa, Norwich City and Leicester City boss Dean Smith about their vacant manager's job. (Football Insider)

 

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Thursdays Newspapers:

Bayern Munich are ready to offer £80m to try and sign striker Harry Kane, 29, from Tottenham after an initial bid of £60.2m for the England captain was rejected. (Sun)

England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, has been given permission to undergo a medical at Arsenal as they hold talks with West Ham over how to structure a £105m deal. (Talksport)

West Ham boss David Moyes is targeting Everton's Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana, 21, Juventus' Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria, 26, and Manchester United's England defender Harry Maguire, 28. (Mirror)

Man Utd are set to formally approach Brighton for Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 21, after making initial contact this week. (Sky Sports)

The Red Devils will also hold talks with Chelsea this week to break the impasse over a deal for England midfielder Mason Mount, 24. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Aston Villa are leading the race to sign Pau Torres, 26, from Villareal as the Spain defender enters the final year of his contract. (Express)

Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga, 21, who has a 40m euros (£34.5m) release clause has emerged as a target for Manchester City, while Liverpool and Chelsea are also keeping tabs on the Celta Vigo man. (Fabrizio Romano)

Liverpool have met with representatives of 22-year-old Hungary midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, who has a 70m euros (£60m) release clause at RB Leipzig. (Athletic - subscription required)

Wolves have accepted a bid of £7.5m plus £1m in add-ons from Leicester for England defender Conor Coady, 30. (Express and Star)

Burnley have submitted a bid for Anderlecht's 18-year-old Belgian defender Noah Sadiki. (Fabrizio Romano)

Chelsea are willing to let England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, 22, leave for £15m and Nottingham Forest are interested. (Nottingham Post)

Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino is ready to receive offers for captain Cesar Azpilicueta, 33, and could let the Spain full-back go on a free, with Inter Milan keen on his services. (The Sun)

Santos "wonderkid" Angelo, 18, who has represented Brazil at Under-20 level, is on the verge of completing a 15m euros (£12.9m) switch to Chelsea after Barcelona withdrew their interest. (GOAL)

Benfica president Rui Costa says Man Utd are prepared to pay 80m euros (£69m) for 22-year-old Portuguese forward Goncalo Ramos. (Correio da Manha, via FourFourTwo)

 

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Friday 30 June 2023 06:32, UK


THE SUN
Arsenal have reportedly agreed a fee with Ajax for Jurrien Timber.
Chelsea will not sanction another loan deal for wantaway Romelu Lukaku this summer.
A 'plan' for Mason Greenwood's future has reportedly been decided by Manchester United.
Amad Diallo is set to be given an opportunity to impress Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag in pre-season, according to reports.
Wilfried Zaha is yet to tell Crystal Palace whether he wants to sign a new contract or not, despite his deal expiring on Friday.
Marco Silva is in talks to switch representatives as the doubts over his future continue.
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to sell Ferran Torres this summer.
West Ham are still waiting for Arsenal to compromise on their £105m payment plan for Declan Rice.
Hakim Ziyech has reportedly failed his medical at Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.

DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United are interested in pursuing the signing of Benfica gem Joao Neves, according to reports in Italy.

DAILY MAIL
Treble-winning Manchester City are confident that they will break the £700m revenue barrier this season - setting a British record and blowing rivals United out of the water in the process.
Erik ten Hag has refused to allow Tom Heaton to join Luton, with fellow Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea potentially leaving the club on Friday.
West Ham are monitoring Japanese teenage prospect Keisuke Goto.
Brentford forward Alex Gilbert has turned down the offer of a new contract and is set to leave.
Newcastle are in talks to host a friendly between Saudi Arabia and Mexico during the September international break next season, according to reports.

DAILY MIRROR
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to complete a takeover of Manchester United appears to have faltered with Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani now leading the race to complete a deal.
Patrick Vieira is closing in on a return to management to work under Chelsea owner Todd Boehly as Strasbourg boss.

THE ATHLETIC
Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise is facing up to three months out after tearing his hamstring during the Under-21 European Championship.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Tottenham Hotspur are open to the midfielder leaving this summer amid interest from Atletico Madrid.
Bayern Munich defender Lucas Hernandez is closing in on a move to Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth more than €40m.
Lionel Messi has come to MLS to "compete", according to new Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino.
The Jamaica women's national team is set to head to the Women's World Cup with crowdfunding help to cover some costs of accommodation and meals.

EVENING STANDARD
Crystal Palace have extended Nathan Ferguson's contract by a year until 2024, despite the defender playing just eight minutes of first-team football in three years.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Arsenal have succeeded in convincing Ethan Nwaneri, the youngest player in Premier League history, to commit his future to the club.
American tennis greats John McEnroe and Chris Evert are both deadset against Saudi Arabian investment in the sport, after reports both the men's and women's tour are considering it.
Players and staff at Wimbledon will be told "don't do a Bairstow" and take matters into their own hands if Just Stop Oil protesters try to disrupt next week's tournament.

DAILY RECORD
Ryan Kent has opened up on his drawn out Rangers exit in an emotional farewell message to the club and fans.
Keanu Baccus has been linked with Hibs after a move to Bolton fell through.

SCOTTISH SUN
Scotland star Lewis Ferguson has been lined up for a huge £15m move to Italian champions Napoli.
Hearts and Hibs are ready to battle it out for Dylan Levitt.


Aston Villa have agreed a £35m deal to sign Spain defender Pau Torres, 26, from Villarreal. (Guardian)

Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 22, is set to undergo a medical with Arsenal after they agreed an initial fee of 42m euros (£36.2m) with Ajax. (De Telegraaf - in Dutch)

West Ham are still waiting for Arsenal to present an acceptable payment plan for the £105m purchase of England midfielder Declan Rice, 24. (Sun)

Chelsea are pushing for an agreement with Brighton over the signing of Moises Caicedo, with the Ecuador midfielder, 21, having already agreed personal terms. (Fabrizio Romano)

Bayern Munich's France defender Lucas Hernandez, 27, is on the cusp of a transfer to Paris St-Germain. (Fabrizio Romano)

Celta Vigo's Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga, 21, has been identified by Chelsea as the ideal replacement for Manchester United-bound England midfielder Mason Mount, 24. (Standard)

Aston Villa are considering a loan move for Barcelona's Spain winger Ferran Torres, 23, with a purchase option of 25m euros (£21.5m). (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Former England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek, 27, is in Italy to finalise a permanent move from Chelsea to AC Milan, who will next target Chelsea's USA winger Christian Pulisic, 24. (Standard)

Chelsea's Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, 30, has rejected a second offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal - worth £45m (£39m) a year - as he only wants to leave for Inter Milan. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is a target for Atletico Madrid and Spurs would be prepared to sell the 27-year-old Denmark international. (Mail)

England defender Eric Dier's future is in question at Tottenham as he only has one year left on his contract and has not signed an extension but the 29-year-old wants to fight for his place under new Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Juventus, Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen are interested in Sheffield United's England Under-20 forward Daniel Jebbison, 19. (90min)

Manchester United and Chelsea are both interested in Aston Villa's Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 30. (Football Transfers)

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has blocked English goalkeeper Tom Heaton, 37, from moving to Luton Town, amid continued uncertainty over the future of Spanish keeper David de Gea, 32. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Wilfried Zaha will become a free agent on Friday, but the Ivory Coast forward, 30, remains in dialogue with Crystal Palace so could agree a new deal. (Mail)

Arsenal's Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares, 23, is the subject of interest from West Ham. (iNews - subscription required)

Arsenal have succeeded in convincing English midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, 16, to commit his future to the club, despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester City. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Brazil's 31-year-old forward Roberto Firmino, who left Liverpool after his contract expired, has agreed a deal to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli. (Guardian)

Borussia Dortmund's move for Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez has stalled and that could open the door for West Ham to try to sign the 25-year-old Mexico international. (90 Min)

Roma manager Jose Mourinho is eyeing a double swoop on Leicester City for Nigeria striker Kelechi Iheanacho, 26, and Zambia forward Patson Daka, 24. (Express)

Leicester's former England striker Jamie Vardy, 36, has rejected interest from Saudi Arabian side Khaleej FC. (Guardian)

Daniel Farke is on the brink of becoming the new Leeds United manager, with the club hoping to have the German in place for the start of pre-season training next week. (Mail)

Former Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira has emerged as favourite to become boss of Ligue 1 side Strasbourg. (Mail)

 

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Saturday 1 July 2023 07:37, UK

THE SUN
West Ham hope to agree payment terms with Arsenal for the £105m transfer of Declan Rice by Monday.
Jose Mourinho is keen to sign Fred from Manchester United.
Lionel Messi owns four apartments worth £15m on Miami Beach but is set to go house-hunting for a waterfront home.
Chelsea are on the brink of adding yet another new face to their growing squad as they close in on youngster Angelo Gabriel.
Arsenal agree a fee with West Ham for the transfer of Declan Rice.
Destiny Udogie could potentially leave Tottenham without playing a game, although his agent says Ange Postecoglou will give the attacking wing-back a chance to prove himself in pre-season despite most likely operating with a back-four.
Sevilla have placed their entire squad on the transfer market after racking up enormous debt.

DAILY MAIL
Christian Pulisic's expected Chelsea exit has moved closer after the USA star reportedly agreed a long-term deal in principle with AC Milan.
Manchester United bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe looked to buy half of Barcelona and pledged to pump billions into the club before turning his attention to seizing control at Old Trafford, a new book about the businessman has revealed.
Arnaut Danjuma has re-emerged as a target for Everton - five months after he dramatically abandoned a move to Goodison Park and joined Tottenham instead.
West Ham striker Michail Antonio is attracting interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray while the Hammers are ready to make their move for Flamengo midfielder Matheus Franca.
Wayne Rooney has revealed he has his sights set on a return to Europe as manager of an "elite" club and says his experience in MLS has set him up well to tackle such a role.
Inter Milan chief executive Beppe Marotta has confirmed Manchester United's interest in goalkeeper Andre Onana but says it has not materialised as far as an offer from the Premier League club.
Manchester City have signed a new £55m shirt sponsorship deal with cryptocurrency exchange OKX.
Ryan Peniston admitted he "almost crashed" his car when he found out he was playing Andy Murray in an all-British first-round match at Wimbledon.

DAILY MIRROR
Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has promised that the champions will adhere to the transfer policy that saw them drop their interest in £105m-rated Declan Rice.
Arsenal will allow Granit Xhaka to leave once they complete the £105m deal for West Ham captain Declan Rice - but Bayer Leverkusen might have to improve their offer.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed that the Spanish giants received a mega-money offer for Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong last summer - and has claimed fresh bids have been tabled.
Hakim Ziyech's failed medical with Al Nassr could come at a significant cost to Manchester City, with the Saudi club set to turn their attentions to Bernardo Silva to reunite him with Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.

THE ATHLETIC
Patrick Vieira is expected to be confirmed as Strasbourg's new head coach.
Cristiano Giuntoli is set to join Juventus after Napoli confirmed he would leave his role as sporting director.
Cardiff City have been ordered to pay the second and third instalments of the transfer fee for the late Emiliano Sala's transfer from Nantes.
AC Milan are in talks to sign USMNT midfielder Yunus Musah from Valencia.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Manchester City striker Liam Delap is close to sealing a season-long loan at Hull City in the Championship.
Union Berlin have looked at a deal for Leeds United midfielder Brenden Aaronson as they attempt to build their squad for the Champions League next season.
Manchester City have finalised the arrival of England Under-16 goalkeeper Spike Brits, who has signed a deal as a scholar which will turn him into a professional.
Fulham want to discuss a new deal for Bobby Decordova-Reid, who is heading into the final year of his contract at Craven Cottage.

THE GUARDIAN
Chelsea's fire sale is set to continue with the club captain, Cesar Azpilicueta, joining Atlético Madrid.
West Ham have no intention of loaning out Gianluca Scamacca despite Roma identifying the Italy striker as a target this summer.
Daniel Farke is expected to become Leeds United's new manager and hopes to be installed in time for the Championship squad's return to training on Monday.

DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United have reportedly 'set their sights' on 30-year-old Porto marksman Mehdi Taremi who could become their new striker.

EVENING STANDARD
Chelsea have offered Levi Colwill a new contract but the defender wants talks with Mauricio Pochettino before deciding his future.
Marc Cucurella's agent has dismissed talk of Chelsea offering the defender to Atletico Madrid.
Willian has rejected Fulham's offer of a one-year contract extension and is actively pursuing other Premier League offers.
Chelsea will step up efforts to sign Moises Caicedo after accepting Manchester United's £60m offer for Mason Mount.

THE TIMES
A possible friendly international between Uruguay and England next year is being negotiated by the South American federation's new Emirati commercial partners in another sign of the growing influence of the Gulf in sport.
Britain's high inflation will have one positive spin-off for the finances of clubs near the bottom of the Premier League because, thanks to a little-known rule, the "equal share" each club receive from international broadcast rights is tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
A dispute between broadcasters in the Middle East means viewers in the UAE may be restricted from watching Premier League and Champions League football next season.

DAILY RECORD
Rangers have agreed a significant seven figure fee for top striking target Cyriel Dessers from Cremonese and they have managed to get the Italian side down on their £6.5m valuation.
Barry Robson has given Vicente Besuijen and Anthony Stewart pre-season to salvage their Aberdeen careers.
St Mirren have tabled a final offer that could eventually hit £200,000 for Northern Irish star Connor McMenamin, who currently plays for Glentoran.
St Johnstone boss Steven MacLean wants to add four or five signings this summer but says he is not just looking for "squad players".

SCOTTISH SUN
Nuno Espirito Santo has promised Jota he will make him a £20m Saudi superstar.


Luis Enrique will make bidding for Manchester City's Portugal winger Bernardo Silva, 28, his priority when he replaces Christophe Galtier as Paris St-Germain coach. (90min)

The former Spain boss also wants PSG to sign Portugal forward Joao Felix, 23, from Atletico Madrid. (Relevo - in Portuguese)

Arsenal are weighing up a move for 24-year old PSG forward Kylian Mbappe when PSG contract expires next summer.(Football Transfers)

Manchester United are targeting Porto's Iran striker Mehdi Taremi, 30. (Jornal de Noticias - in Portuguese)

Chelsea have agreed to let Spain full-back Cesar Azpilicueta, 33, join Atletico Madrid on a free transfer. (Marca - in Spanish)

Chelsea are approaching an agreement with Inter Milan over a permanent move for their Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, 30. (90min)

West Ham hope to agree payment terms with Arsenal for the £105m sale of their England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, by Monday. (Sun)

Roma coach Jose Mourinho is keen to sign Brazil midfielder Fred, 30, from his former club Manchester United. (Sun)

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic has an agreement in principle on a long-term deal to join AC Milan, but the clubs have yet to agree a transfer fee for the USA winger, 24. (ESPN)

Hakim Ziyech's proposed move from Chelsea to Al Nassr is off after the Morocco winger, 30, failed a medical. (Mail)

Ziyech was made a new offer with his basic wage reduced by 40%, but has turned it down. (CBS)

Chelsea will step up their efforts to sign Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 21, and hope a fee of about £80m can be agreed with Brighton. (Standard)

Manchester United will have to sell before they can make a move for Inter Milan's Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27. (Talksport)

Manchester United have asked 32-year-old Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea, whose contract at Old Trafford has just expired, not to join another club in case they cannot find a new keeper within their transfer budget. (Sun)

United are open to De Gea signing a new deal if they cannot sign a new keeper for a reasonable cost - or Dean Henderson starting next season as their number one.(inews)

Fulham want £60m for Portugal midfielder Joao Palhinha, 27, which would be a club-record fee for West Ham. (Football Insider)

West Ham are in advanced talks with Leicester City for English winger Harvey Barnes, 25. (90min)

Manchester United will have £65m remaining to buy a new striker once they complete the signing of Chelsea and England midfielder Mason Mount, 24. (Mail)

Bayer Leverkusen might have to improve their offer to Arsenal if they are to complete the signing of Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka, 30. (Mirror)

Brazilian forward Angelo Gabriel, 18, has completed the first part of his medical having agreed to join Chelsea from Santos on a six-year contract. (Fabrizio Romano)

Chelsea have offered their 20-year-old English centre-back Levi Colwill a new contract. (Standard)

Chelsea striker Armando Broja, 21, has left fans concerned about his future with a cryptic Instagram post following the club's signing of Nicolas Jackson.(Star)

Marc Cucurella's agent has dismissed a report by Spanish newspaper Marca that Chelsea have offered the Spain left-back, 24, to Atletico Madrid as "fake news". (Metro)

Willian has rejected Fulham's offer of a one-year contract extension as the former Brazil winger, 34, is actively pursuing other Premier League offers. (Standard)

Fulham's English defender Tosin Adarabioyo, 25, remains high on Tottenham's list of potential centre-back signings this summer. (Football London)

Manchester City will let Zack Steffen leave this summer, with Leicester City showing an interest in the USA goalkeeper, 28. (ESPN)

Slovakia centre-back Milan Skriniar, 28, is set to join Paris St-Germain on a free transfer after his contract with Inter Milan expired. (Goal)

Real Madrid are vying to sign 23-year-old forward Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus on a one-year loan - with the intention of bringing in 24-year-old PSG attacker Kylian Mbappe the following summer. (Calciomercato

 

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Sunday 2 July 2023 07:33, UK


THE STAR ON SUNDAY
Manchester United have rejected a bid from Borussia Dortmund to take Jadon Sancho back on loan.
Bernardo Silva is being offered a massive £800,000-per-week salary to swap Manchester City for the Saudi Pro League.
Football managers will soon be told who to sub on and off by artificial intelligence.


THE SUNDAY EXPRESS
Manchester United have reportedly seen their opening offer for Rasmus Hojlund rejected by Atalanta as Juventus look to snatch the striker from under their noses.
Manchester United are now set to pursue transfer deals for a new goalkeeper and a striker after agreeing a fee with Chelsea for Mason Mount.

THE SUN ON SUNDAY
Italian side Atalanta are keen to buy Coventry goal machine Viktor Gyokeres - but the Sky Blues are asking for around £20m.
Barcelona reportedly have "everything agreed upon" for Neymar to return from PSG - but his wages could be a stumbling block.
Leicester are on the trail of England U21 sensation James Trafford.
Mason Greenwood is being offered a top-flight football lifeline at Roma by former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho, who is keen to sign the forward on loan.
Manchester City are considering a big-money move for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong after leaving the race to sign Declan Rice from West Ham.
Sheffield United are still hoping to complete a significant treble transfer, bringing Manchester City loanee James McAtee back to Bramall Lane and signing Lewis O'Brien from Nottingham Forest and Benie Traore from Swedish club BK Hacken.
Arsenal are trying to sell midfielder Albert Lokonga to Burnley, who are also interested in a loan deal for Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford.
Brighton are in pole position to complete a loan deal for exciting Manchester City midfielder Cole Palmer, with Pep Guardiola a big fan of the way the Seagulls operate under Roberto de Zerbi.
Fulham are ready to make a £20m move for dynamic United States midfielder Yunus Musah, who currently plays for Valencia.
Everton owner Farhad Moshiri is looking to bring mega-rich fan George Downing - a Switzerland-based property magnate - on to the club's board.
West Ham could make a bargain £7.5m bid for in-demand Chile winger Dario Osorio, 19, who has already indicated he wants to move to Europe and is also interesting AC Milan.
Huddersfield Town boss Neil Warnock is looking to tie up a move for Wigan forward Callum Lang.

THE SUNDAY MIRROR
Arsenal hope to ramp up their bid to push Manchester City even closer in the title race this week with a quartet of signings that will have fans salivating as deals for Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber edge closer.
New Arsenal signing Kai Havertz has immediately become the Gunners' highest-paid squad member, according to reports in Germany.
David de Gea could be given the chance to reunite with former Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr.
Arsenal are hoping to announce new contracts for William Saliba and Reiss Nelson in the coming days.
Manchester United's search for a goalkeeper is being affected by FFP regulations, leading them to ditch a move for Andre Onana and move on to options including Eintracht Frankfurt's Kevin Trapp.

THE MAIL ON SUNDAY
Manchester United are interested in Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bijlow.
Chelsea have announced the signing of Benfica's little-known Diego Moreira, the second arrival of a busy day for the Blues.
The German Olympic Confederation is backing a Mail campaign to get British swimmer Sharron Davies promoted to a gold medal from the 1980 Games in Moscow because of an admission of doping by 400m individual medley "winner" Petra Schneider of East Germany.
A Mail on Sunday investigation is heaping pressure on the International Olympic Committee, as it revealed over 1,000 Russian athletes have been helped by a doping racket across 36 sports.

THE ATHLETIC
Man Utd are working with a budget of £100m net spend this summer and want £20m for Fulham midfield target Fred.

THE SCOTTISH SUN ON SUNDAY
Rangers are lining up further talks with Graeme Souness over a sensational return to Ibrox, although it is understood he would only be interested in a role that is "worthwhile and meaningful".

SUNDAY MAIL
Hearts are weighing up a move for Ireland international Jamie McGrath, who is back at Wigan after spending last season on loan with Dundee United.
Josh Doig has sparked a Serie A transfer auction after Fiorentina and Monza entered the mix for the £5m-rated Hellas Verona star.


Manchester United's bid of £30m for Atalanta's 20-year-old Denmark forward Rasmus Hojlund has been rejected. (Corriere dello sport, in Italian)

Inter Milan CEO Beppe Marotta has confirmed Manchester United's interest in signing the Italian club's Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27. (Mail)

United are also interested in Feyenoord's 25-year-old Dutch keeper Justin Bijlow as a back-up in case they miss out on Onana. (Mirror)

Newcastle's deal to sign 23-year-old Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from AC Milan is set to go through but could be delayed until next week. (Fabrizio Romano)

Real Madrid hope to rival Barcelona in the bid to sign Fenerbahce's highly rated attacking midfielder Arda Guler. The Turkish 18-year-old has a reported £15m release clause in his contract, which runs out in 2025. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

West Ham have removed Declan Rice as an option fans can personalise their replica shirt with as transfer negotiations with Arsenal over a £105m move for the 24-year-old England midfielder draw to a close. (Mirror)

Chelsea's 20-year-old English defender Levi Colwill is expected to play a key role under new manager Mauricio Pochettino amid interest from Brighton, Liverpool and Manchester City. (Football.London)

Former Spain midfielder Juan Mata, 35, has announced he is leaving Turkish side Galatasaray. (Tribal Football)

Ajax and Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 22, will complete a move to Arsenal worth £45m this week. (Mirror)

Germany forward Kai Havertz, 24, has become Arsenal's highest-paid player on £17m a year after joining from London rivals Chelsea. (Bild, via Goal)

English midfielder Danny Drinkwater, 33, says he would like to rejoin Leicester City after leaving the club for Chelsea in 2017. (SportBible)

It is unlikely Manchester United will sign Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, 29, or 30-year-old Netherlands forward Wout Weghorst permanently after their loan deals ended on Friday. (Manchester Evening News)

 

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Monday 3 July 2023 06:49, UK


THE SUN
Manchester United are preparing a second bid of £40m to land Rasmus Hojlund.
David De Gea is a target for Cristiano Ronaldo's club Al Nassr as his Manchester United career hits breaking point.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed where the Catalans are in the chase for Fenerbahce's Arda Guler.
Kylian Mbappe is considered a "prisoner of money" by Real Madrid chiefs, according to reports.


DAILY MAIL
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly requesting a salary package worth €240m (£206m) if he is to join any club this summer.
Gianluigi Buffon has reportedly been offered a lucrative deal to continue his career in Saudi Arabia.

DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United have launched a surprise move for Feyenoord keeper Justin Bijlow, with Financial Fair Play restricting Erik ten Hag's search for a new shot-stopper.
Roma are eyeing up a shock move for Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood this summer.

THE ATHLETIC
Watford and PAOK are in advanced talks over the sale of William Troost-Ekong.
Southampton are set to sign former Chelsea defender Derrick Abu.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have turned down a €35m (£30m) offer from Napoli for Maximilian Kilman.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Newcastle United are looking into possible loan signings this summer with Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips and Chelsea's Conor Gallagher both of interest, but they appear to have reached a stalemate in their negotiations with Southampton over Tino Livramento.

THE GUARDIAN
The PGA Tour regarded the European Tour Group as an "underinvested and borderline distressed asset" during analysis aimed at facilitating a merger between the parties last year.
United States winger Tim Weah completed a transfer to Juventus on Saturday, fulfilling a dream his father once had of playing for the storied Italian club.

DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester City are in advanced talks to sign Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig.
Manchester United have been trying to hijack Barcelona's deal for Vitor Roque at the 11th hour.
Barcelona are in the hunt to sign Fenerbahce starlet Arda Guler.

EVENING STANDARD
Chelsea are set to continue talks over a deal for Moises Caicedo.

THE TIMES
Andy Murray has admitted he would consider a U-turn on his decision not to play in Saudi Arabia if an official ATP tournament is held there.

DAILY RECORD
Rangers remain in the hunt for Jonathan Panzo but are still to seal a deal.
Celtic target Yang Hyun-jun has refused to give up hope of a move to Parkhead this summer - as he claimed Gangwon has backed down on their pledge to "actively help" him land a move to Europe.
Josh Maja has been touted as a Rangers target and would is available on a Bosman with his Bordeaux contract expiring.

SCOTTISH SUN
Young Boys sports director Christoph Spycher has admitted top prospect Fabian Rieder looks certain to leave soon, amid mounting interest from Celtic.
Celtic women have confirmed that fan favourite Jacynta has left the club.


RB Leipzig and Croatia defender Josko Gvardiol, 21, is close to a record £86m move to Manchester City. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Fulham manager Marco Silva, 45, has turned down a £17m contract offer from the Saudi Pro League. (iNews - subscription required)

Paris St-Germain and France forward Kylian Mbappe, 24, wants a package worth at least £206m to join any club this summer. (Mail)

Newcastle United are interested in two England midfielders in Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips, 27, and Chelsea's Conor Gallagher, 23, but a move for Southampton's English defender Tino Livramento, 20, has reached a stalemate because of the fee. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Aymeric Laporte is attracting interest from Arsenal and Juventus, with the 29-year-old France centre-back facing an uncertain future at Manchester City. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Manchester City are keen to keep England right-back Kyle Walker, 33, who has been the subject of interest from Bayern Munich, and will offer the defender a new contract. (Fabrizio Romano)

Lyon have made an offer worth 25m euros (£21.5m) for 24-year-old Chelsea and USA winger Christian Pulisic, who has also been the subject of a 14m euro (£12m) bid from AC Milan. (Athletic - subscription required)

Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta will join Atletico Madrid on a two-year deal this week, with the Blues prepared to let the 33-year-old leave on a free transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Brentford have agreed a club-record fee of £23m to sign 22-year-old Republic of Ireland centre-back Nathan Collins from Wolves. (Sky Sports)

Serie A champions Napoli have seen a bid of 35m euros rejected by Wolves for another of their centre-backs, 26-year-old English centre-back Max Kilman. (Athletic - subscription required)

Former Fulham loanee Manor Solomon, 23, is set to join Tottenham, with the Londoners agreeing a five-year deal with the Israel international due to his contract with Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk being suspended. (Athletic - subscription required)

West Ham have made a formal approach for Leeds United's 24-year-old America midfielder Tyler Adams. (Yorkshire Evening Post)

Everton are believed to have offered either English striker Ellis Simms, 22, or French forward Neal Maupay, 26, in exchange for 25-year-old English defender Scott Wharton, who plays for Blackburn Rovers. (Football Insider)

Luton Town are in talks with Birmingham City to sign Dutch winger Tahith Chong, 23, from the Championship club. (Mail)

Former Manchester United and Nottingham Forest midfielder Jesse Lingard, 30, is training with MLS side Inter Miami, following Wayne Rooney denying the England international will join DC United. (Mirror)

Former Juventus, Paris St-Germain and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, 45, has been offered a £25m-a-year deal to move to the Saudi Pro League. (Mail)

Sergio Ramos, 37, has been identified as the next target for Inter Miami, with the MLS club keen on the former Real Madrid and Paris St-Germain centre-back after the Spain international recently became a free agent. (Mirror)

 

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Monday 3 July 2023 23:37, UK


DAILY MAIL
Jordan Henderson and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be two of Steven Gerrard's first targets as Al Ettifaq boss after he was appointed at the Saudi Pro League club.
Steven Gerrard says hello to the Al Ettifaq fans as the former Aston Villa manager was unveiled as the new Saudi club's manager
Christian Pulisic has informed Chelsea that he will not be joining Lyon - irrespective of their offer.
Chelsea have held talks with Southampton over a potential deal for their former right back Tino Livramento that would entail loaning him back.
Bayern Munich are poised to make another bid for Harry Kane this week.


DAILY MIRROR
Steven Gerrard wants to make Philippe Coutinho his first signing as Al Ettifaq boss.
Former England striker Stan Collymore has urged Manchester United to sign Marcel Sabitzer permanently this summer.
With Manchester United continuing their search for a new striker, their chances of signing Eintracht Frankfurt star Randal Kolo Muani have been given a boost.

THE SUN
Despite having not lodged an official bid for Andre Onana, Manchester United's Dutch manager Erik ten Hag is already considering other options.
Mesut Ozil has advised wonderkid Arda Guler against a move to his former club, Arsenal.
Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Sofyan Amrabat.
The Red Devils could make a decision on whether to keep Mason Greenwood at the club.
Southampton's Romeo Lavia is still a target for Arsenal, but he'll cost around £50m.
Granit Xhaka is closing on an Arsenal exit with Bayer Leverkusen the prime option for the Swiss star.

THE GUARDIAN
Paris Saint-Germain are pushing to beat Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City to the signing of Celta Vigo's Gabri Veiga.

DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United have reportedly been 'rivalled' for goalkeeper target Andre Onana by mega-rich Saudi outfit Al-Nassr.


THE TIMES
The Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey is expected to miss the remainder of the U21 European Championship.
Chelsea are set to sign the England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton, who is a free agent.

DAILY RECORD
Josh Doig looks set to join Torino after their main rivals Bologna are reported to have pulled out of talks.

SCOTTISH SUN
Jota has signed for mega-rich Saudi Arabia club Al-Ittihad in a staggering £200,000-a-week deal.
Former Rangers defender Calvin Bassey could be on the move - just 12 months after signing a record-breaking deal with Ajax.


Bayern Munich are planning to make a second offer to Tottenham for their England striker Harry Kane, 29. (Sky Sport - in German)

Manchester City are preparing their opening bid for Croatia defender Josko Gvardiol, 21, after opening talks with RB Leipzig. (ESPN)

Liverpool's England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 33, and Chelsea's Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, 34, are two of the possible signings being lined up by Al-Ettifaq after the Saudi club appointed Steven Gerrard as their new manager. (Mail)

Paris St-Germain are pushing to beat Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City to the signing of Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga, 21, from Celta Vigo. (Guardian)

Chelsea have held talks with Southampton over a potential deal for their former right-back Tino Livramento, 20. Southampton value the England Under-21 international, who is also being chased by Newcastle, at £38m. (Mail)

Liverpool have moved ahead of Chelsea in the race to sign Belgium midfielder Romeo Lavia and are preparing an opening offer for the 19-year-old, who Southampton have valued at £50m. (Talksport)

Arsenal are ready to make a move for Southampton's Lavia once they conclude a deal to bring in England midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham. (Times - subscription required)

Manchester United are close to completing 25-year-old England striker Marcus Rashford's contract extension as they continue to try to sign Eintracht Frankfurt's France forward Randal Kolo Muani, 24, as well as 20-year-old Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta. (Mail)

Al-Nassr have made a lucrative offer to Cameroon and Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27, who is also a target for Manchester United. (CBS)

Arsenal and Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka, 30, will complete a £21.5m move to Bayer Leverkusen this week. (Sun)

Everton have told Almeria they are interested in meeting El Bilal Toure's release clause of 40m euros (£34.4m), although Fulham could make a move for the Mali forward, 21, if they sell Serbia striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, 28, this summer. (Sacha Tavolieri)

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic will turn down a move to Lyon this summer as the USA winger, 24, would prefer to join AC Milan after agreeing a deal in principle with the Serie A club. (ESPN)

Women's Super League champions Chelsea are set to sign England keeper Hannah Hampton on a free transfer after the 22-year-old left Aston Villa following the expiry of her contract. (Times - subscription required)

Newcastle are exploring a potential summer move for Sporting Lisbon's Portugal centre-back Goncalo Inacio, 21. (Football Insider)

Brighton are interested in signing Ghana attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus, 22, from Ajax. (Athletic, subscription needed)

Liverpool could face competition from Bayern Munich for the signing of France midfielder Khephren Thuram, 22, from Nice. (Foot Mercato - in French)

Tottenham are trying to agree a deal to sign Clement Lenglet on a three-year contract from Barcelona, having had the France defender, 28, on loan last season. (Sport - in Spanish)

Tottenham are also edging closer to signing Wolfsburg's Dutch defender Micky van de Ven, 22. (90min)

Wolves are open to selling 26-year-old English defender Max Kilman this summer, despite rejecting an offer from Napoli. (90min)

Chelsea want to sell Callum Hudson-Odoi this summer, with Nottingham Forest among the favourites to sign the England winger, 22. (Football Transfers)

Manchester City are willing to offer Atletico Madrid 15m euros (£12.9m) for 23-year-old Spanish winger Rodrigo Riquelme, who spent last season on loan with City's sister club Girona. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Leicester City are exploring a move for Manchester City's English defender Callum Doyle, 19. (Athletic, subscription needed)

Bordeaux expect Josh Maja to leave the club as the England-born striker, 24, is now a free agent and has not responded to the offer of a one-year extension. (L'Equipe - in French)

English forward Theo Walcott, 34, has been training with Reading following his departure from Southampton and is close to joining the League One side on a free transfer. (Reading Today)

 

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Wednesday's newspapers

DAILY MAIL
Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has emerged as a potential target for Manchester United.
Manchester United have launched a crackdown on ticket touting by asking fans to inform other supporters who have charged them more than £50 for a seat for Premier League games at Old Trafford.
Wolves are prepared to let Max Kilman leave the club despite already selling fellow centre-backs Nathan Collins and Conor Coady.
Tino Livramento's preference remains a move to Newcastle after Chelsea showed surprise interest in re-signing him from Southampton.
Argentina World Cup winner and MLS star Thiago Almada is attracting interest from the two Premier League heavyweight teams in Manchester, according to reports in his home country.
Corinthians midfielder Luan was assaulted by fans in Sao Paulo on Tuesday, the Brazilian club said, describing the incident as a 'cowardly' act of aggression.
Romeo Beckham has been modelling the new Brentford kit after the club unveiled their fresh look ahead of the Premier League season getting under way.
Ex-Hungary assistant manager Giovanni Costantino is confident Dominik Szoboszlai will not only hit the ground running at Anfield but will quickly establish himself as 'one of the stars of the Premier League'.
Vinicius Junior has reportedly signed a new contract with Real Madrid that will run until 2027 and the winger's new deal includes a release clause of €1bn (£856m), which is designed to prevent Saudi Arabian clubs from attempting to sign him.
Wrexham captain Ben Tozer would reject a move to Saudi Arabia despite the financial lure in favour of remaining in Wales, he has revealed.


THE SUN
Steven Gerrard is set to make a shock move for Jordan Henderson and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang after joining Al Ettifaq.
PSG are reportedly set to confirm six signings and the arrival of new manager Luis Enrique.
The French champions are also tipped to make a bid for Manchester United target Randal Kolo Muani.
Manchester United have had two offers for Atalanta forward Rasmus Hojlund rebuffed.
Arsenal will still chase Southampton anchorman Romeo Lavia even if they seal Declan Rice's £105m arrival from West Ham.
Aaron Ramsey has held talks with Cardiff over a sensational return to his boyhood club.
Manchester United midfielder Fred has dropped a huge hint he could move away from the club in a cryptic social media post.

DAILY EXPRESS
Chelsea are actively working with Jorge Mendes to pull off the signing of Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa following hesitance from Manchester United.
Manchester United are only willing to sign Andre Onana for less than £42m this summer.

THE GUARDIAN
Arsenal are close to finalising terms over their £105m deal for West Ham's Declan Rice, with the guaranteed portion of the fee expected to be paid in three instalments over 24 months.
Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among a large group of clubs that have shown an interest in Israel's Oscar Gloukh.
Nick Wright and Ron Walker take a deeper look into why Mikel Arteta was so keen to secure Declan Rice's services at the Emirates
Didier Drogba has warned of the "nightmare" facing scores of young African footballers who are scammed by fake agents promising them successful careers in Europe and elsewhere.

THE TIMES
The head of the foundation set up to distribute more than £2bn from the sale of Chelsea to help victims of the war in Ukraine has called on the government to relax its restrictions on where the money can be spent.
The Football Association is considering selling its international broadcast rights for the FA Cup to the Premier League in a move that insiders fear will result in it relinquishing control of its historic domestic competition.

DAILY MIRROR
Barcelona are aiming to sign former Arsenal target Ivan Fresneda with the Gunners still seemingly stewing over a deal.
Hakim Ziyech has taken aim at critics who claim he lacks fitness after seeing his move to Saudi side Al-Nassr collapse.
Arsenal now value in-demand striker Folarin Balogun at a cool £50m ahead of what could be the most lucrative sale of their busy summer transfer window.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Chelsea have one week to sell the club's 'bomb squad' to avoid the threat of an awkward reunion that could give Mauricio Pochettino a headache over whether or not to split his players - deals are yet to be agreed for the sales of Romelu Lukaku, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Hakim Ziyech and Christian Pulisic - all of whom want to leave Chelsea.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe will target a left winger this summer and has Leicester's Harvey Barnes firmly in his sights.
Chelsea have pulled out of negotiations with the online casino Stake over becoming the club's new front of shirt sponsor and are now in talks with other companies.
Arsenal are set to make more than £20m from the sale of Granit Xhaka to Bayer Leverkusen, as the club's executives begin to step up their efforts to raise money through sales.
Manchester City are prepared to offer Kyle Walker a two-year deal to stay at the Etihad Stadium after his stunning return to Pep Guardiola's team to clinch the treble

Manchester City are ready to accept a bid this summer of between £45m and £50m for Portugal winger Bernardo Silva, 28. (Football Insider)
Andre Onana, 27, has rejected interest from Saudi Arabia so the goalkeeper can push through a move to Manchester United.(90min)
Newcastle United are interested in a summer move for England defender Marc Guehi, 22, although Crystal Palace are asking for a fee of about £60m. (Football Insider)
Thiago Alcantara is attracting interest from foreign clubs, including those in Saudi Arabia, although Liverpool have yet to receive an official bid for the Spain midfielder, 32. (Times - subscription required)
Arsenal's £105m deal to sign England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, is close to being finalised, with the guaranteed portion of the fee expected to be paid to West Ham over three instalments. (Guardian)
Arsenal have held talks with RB Leipzig over German midfielder Benjamin Henrichs, 26, as a replacement for the outgoing Granit Xhaka, 30.(Sky Germany via Metro)
The Gunners will also press ahead with a move for Leverkusen right-back Jeremie Frimpong, 22.(Bild via Daily Record)
Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among a large group of clubs who have shown an interest in Red Bull Salzburg's Israel midfielder Oscar Gloukh, 19. (Guardian)
Brighton's Spain goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, 25, has emerged as a potential target for Manchester United. (Mail)
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Vitor Roque from Athletico Paranaense but must see if they can reduce their wage bill before knowing if the Brazil forward, 18, can join the team this summer, January or next summer. (Sport - in Spanish)
Barca have moved ahead of Real Madrid in the race to sign Turkey's Arda Guler from Fenerbahce, with AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund having ended their pursuit of the attacking midfielder, 18. (Sport - in Spanish)
Guler has also received offers from Arsenal and Sevilla but would prefer to join Real Madrid. (AS - in Spanish)
Real have asked Inter Milan to name a price for Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez, 25. (Sport - in Spanish)
Paris St-Germain and Christophe Galtier have mutually agreed to part company and Luis Enrique will be presented as the team's new manager on Wednesday. (L'Equipe - in French)
Along with Enrique as their new manager, PSG will announce six incoming players in the coming days - with left-back Lucas Hernandez, 27, defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte, 22, attacking midfielder Kang-in Lee, 22, winger Marco Asensio, 27, centre-back Milan Skriniar, 28, and midfielder Cher Ndour, 18, all arriving. (Fabizio Romano)
Brighton have renewed their interest in Ajax's Nigeria centre-back Calvin Bassey, 23, as a possible alternative to Chelsea's English defender Levi Colwill, 20. (The Athletic - subscription required)
Almeria say Everton and two Italian clubs have submitted offers for Mali striker El Bilal Toure, 21. (Diario de Almeria - in Spanish)
England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, 22, has decided to leave Chelsea this summer, with AC Milan joining the race to sign him. (Metro)
Southampton's Tino Livramento would prefer a move to Newcastle after Chelsea showed a surprise interest in re-signing the English right-back, 20. (Mail)
Arsenal are open to selling Folarin Balogun this summer and have set a valuation of £50m for the USA striker, 22. (Mirror)
Arsenal are set to agree a contract extension with France defender William Saliba, 22, which will run until 2027. (Fabrizio Romano)
But Belgium midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga, 23, has said he wants to leave Arsenal this summer. (Mirror)
Manchester United have been offered the chance to rival Atletico Madrid for Fiorentina's Morocco midfielder Sofyan Amrabat, 26. (90min)
Newcastle's French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, 26, has emerged as the latest Premier League player to be targeted by the Saudi Pro League. (90min)
Al-Ettifaq have made a concrete approach to new manager Steven Gerrard's former club Rangers regarding Scottish winger Scott Wright, 29. (Football Insider)
Aaron Ramsey has held talks with Cardiff over a return to his boyhood club after the Wales midfielder, 32, was released by French club Nice. (Talksport)
Former Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta, 39, has offers from Inter Miami and Saudi Arabia after leaving Vissel Kobe. (RAC1 - in Catalan)
Barcelona have won the race to sign Brazilian striker Vitor Roque, 18, from Athletico Paranaense. (Fabrizio Romano)

 

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Thursday 6 July 2023 07:21, UK



THE GUARDIAN
Tottenham have made a massive new contract offer to Harry Kane that would significantly improve his current £200,000 weekly salary, but it appears the England captain has no immediate intention to sign it, particularly while the transfer window remains open.
Rob Dorsett says Spurs are adamant Harry Kane is not for sale, but explains Bayern Munich are 'determined' to sign the forward either in this transfer window or next summer
Newcastle are leading the race to sign Leicester's Harvey Barnes, who is a target for Aston Villa, Tottenham and West Ham.
Chelsea want AC Milan to raise their offer for Christian Pulisic after the Italian side made a second bid worth up to £18.9m for the American winger.

DAILY MAIL
A lack of investment in recent years means Erik ten Hag's hopes for a busy Manchester United summer transfer window cannot come to fruition because of Financial Fair Play concerns.
The FA Cup is ready for a radical overhaul which could see replays scrapped, early round games moved to midweek slots and the final staged on a regular Premier League weekend as early as the 2024-25 season.
Young Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun has interest from five overseas clubs, although none has yet made an offer anywhere near the club's £50m valuation.
Bruno Saltor is set to keep his place on Chelsea's coaching staff as one of very few holdovers from Graham Potter's brief reign at Stamford Bridge.
Paris Saint-Germain have activated a £5m buy-back clause in the deal that sent Xavi Simons to PSV Eindhoven, but the player - who has been linked with Newcastle and Arsenal - has 25 days to decide on his future and whether he wants to return to France.
Qatar Airways has reported inflated profits of around £1bn with a chunk of the increase related to their busy spell ferrying passengers to and from the World Cup.
Inter Milan's sporting director has issued a warning to Manchester United, claiming no bid for goalkeeper Andre Onana has met their expectations so far.
Brentford have seen off competition from Leeds and Southampton to sign highly rated defender Erion Zabeli from Oxford United.

THE SUN
Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists he is still in the race to buy Manchester United and says his bid is just what the club needs.
Chelsea are ready to make a double swoop on Brazil with the signings of Matheus Franca from Flamengo and Santos forward Angelo Gabriel.
Miguel Delaney and Mark Ogden reflect on the uncertainty over the proposed takeover of Manchester United and the potential impact on their transfer business
Declan Rice may be played on the left side of a midfield trio when he takes the field for his Arsenal debut.
Tom Heaton is set to start Manchester United's pre-season campaign as Erik ten Hag's No 1 because of David de Gea's contractual situation and Dean Henderson's slow recovery from injury.
West Ham and Galatasaray are competing to sign Arsenal left-back Nuno Tavares but, according to reports in Italy, the 23-year-old thinks he can do better.
Charlton are in advanced talks to sign former Coventry midfielder Fankaty Dabo.
Daniel Levy is reportedly fuming with Bayern Munich for talking to Harry Kane behind his back - and wants to make them pay.
Inter Miami are reportedly chasing the signature of Belgian ace Eden Hazard.
Manchester United goalkeeping scout Tony Coton says we all need to 'watch this space' regarding David de Gea's future at the club

FOOTBALL LONDON
Liverpool are set to test Chelsea's resolve to keep centre-back Levi Colwill as they look to add more depth to their defensive stocks.
Chelsea have reportedly identified Paulo Dybala as a potential target this summer.

DAILY MIRROR
Arsenal are likely to face another battle to keep prized teenager Ethan Nwaneri when the time comes around for him to sign his first professional deal in March 2024.
Wayne Rooney has expressed his desire to keep Lewis O'Brien on loan at DC United amid interest in the Nottingham Forest midfielder from Premier League new boys Sheffield United.
Andres Iniesta is the latest former team-mate being linked with a Lionel Messi reunion at Inter Miami after ending his five-year spell with Vissel Kobe.
Mason Mount turned down the opportunity to be reunited with Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich and earn a higher wage packet in order to join Manchester United.
Chelsea are considering a move for Southampton star Romeo Lavia as Mauricio Pochettino attempts to strengthen his squad after already losing six midfielders this summer.
Wrexham will not get "carried away" in the transfer market following their promotion to the English Football League, according to their assistant manager Steve Parkin.


DAILY TELEGRAPH
The England team will be allowed to continue using their social media accounts during the Women's World Cup after previously agreed rules were relaxed.

THE TIMES
The Football Association has been warned that selling the rights to the FA Cup to the Premier League will seriously weaken the historic competition.
Manchester United face having to compromise with Inter Milan as their initial bid for goalkeeper Andre Onana is around £13m below the Serie A club's valuation.
Formula One organisers have published a race calendar for 2024 that attempts to address sustainability concerns by grouping events geographically, thereby reducing the amount of travel teams undertake.

DAILY EXPRESS
Arsenal could snatch one of Manchester United's summer targets from under their nose as they consider an offer for Bayer Leverkusen full-back Jeremie Frimpong.
Harry Kane is ready to threaten to quit Tottenham on a free transfer in a bid to push through a move to Bayern Munich this summer, according to reports.

THE ATHLETIC
Inter Miami midfielder Rodolfo Pizzaro has slammed MLS's trade policy as he prepares to be the player to leave the club to make room for their new designated player Lionel Messi.
Chelsea are set to complete the signing of Everton's teenage defender Ishe Samuels-Smith for a fee of around £4m.
Liverpool academy analyst Ray Shearwood has left Anfield to join Steven Gerrard's backroom staff at Saudi Pro League outfit Al Ettifaq.

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Inter Miami are advancing their talks with another former Barcelona player Jordi Alba.
A Manchester United decision on Mason Greenwood is finally expected before the new season.
Arsene Wenger's statue is soon to be unveiled at The Emirates.
Shakhtar Donetsk CEO Sergei Palkin has said he is hoping to reach a solution with Tottenham Hotspur over Manor Solomon's proposed summer move.
Liverpool forward Kaide Gordon is set to return to full training later this month after a year and a half on the sidelines.

EVENING STANDARD
Porto want to sign Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos on loan but the Brazilian is expected to stay with Mauricio Pochettino's squad for pre-season.

DAILY RECORD
Rangers appear to have cooled their interest in signing Swansea City forward Morgan Whittaker, who is again being linked with his former loan club Plymouth Argyle.
Forward Benie Traore has opened the door for a move away from BK Hacken this summer with both Rangers and Sheffield United reportedly chasing a deal.

SCOTTISH SUN
Rangers are ready to end Old Firm away fan lockouts by extending an olive branch to Celtic.
Bruce Anderson has turned down the chance to become the first Scot to play in Georgia.



Tottenham have made England forward Harry Kane, 29, an offer to remain with the club that would hugely improve his current £200,000-a-week salary. (Guardian)

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has met with Kane to discuss a potential move, which has angered Spurs chairman Daniel Levy. (Bild - in German)

AC Milan have made an improved bid of £18.9m for Chelsea and United States winger Christian Pulisic, 24. (Mail)

Inter Milan have rejected a £39m bid by Manchester United for Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27, but talks continue. (Guardian)

Chelsea are preparing an offer worth £85m for Brighton's 21-year-old Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo. (Diego Arcos, via Football.London)

Arsenal have agreed a £38.5m deal with Ajax for 22-year-old Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber. (Standard)

The Gunners are to take their summer spending to about £200m after agreeing deals for Timber and West Ham's 24-year-old England midfielder Declan Rice. (Telegraph)

Newcastle are leading the race for Leicester City's England midfielder Harvey Barnes, 25, while Aston Villa, Tottenham and West Ham are also interested. (Guardian)

Chelsea have opened talks with the representatives of Argentina forward Paulo Dybala, 29, over a move from Roma. (Pedro Almeida, via Express)

The Blues are also interested in Southampton's Belgian midfielder Romeo Lavia, 19. (Sky Sports)

Manchester United's new signing Mason Mount, 24, rejected a £200k-a-week offer by Chelsea to try and keep the England midfielder at Stamford Bridge in February. (Athletic - subscription required)

Aston Villa and Everton are among the Premier League teams keen on 19-year-old Leeds United and Italy forward Wilfried Gnonto. (Football Insider)

Liverpool remain interested in 20-year-old English defender Levi Colwill, who Chelsea want to keep. (Football London)

The Reds' centre-back targets also include Sporting Lisbon's Portugal defender Goncalo Inacio, 21, and Wolfsburg's Netherlands defender Micky van de Ven, 22. (Football Insider)

Arsenal have confirmed that Ethan Nwaneri is staying with the club, despite attempts from Chelsea to poach the English midfielder, 16, and interest from Manchester City and Manchester United. (90min)

Although Nwaneri has signed a new scholarship deal, Arsenal are set to face a fight to keep him next March, when he turns 17 and is able to sign his first professional contract. (Mirror)

DC United manager Wayne Rooney wants to keep on-loan English midfielder Lewis O'Brien from Nottingham Forest, with Sheffield United also interested in signing the 24-year-old. (Mirror)

Inter Miami have focused on trying to make Eden Hazard their latest big-name signing, with the former Belgium forward, 32, a free agent after leaving Real Madrid. (Relevo - in Portuguese)

Versatile Netherlands international Daley Blind, 33, is about to sign for Spanish club Girona after leaving Bayern Munich. (Bild - in German)

 

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Friday 7 July 2023 07:21, UK



DAILY TELEGRAPH
Manchester United have made Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund their top summer target and believe they can secure his services for around £50m.
Speaking on the Transfer Show, Dharmesh Sheth reveals more about the Atalanta and Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund's potential move to Manchester United
Wolves have opened talks with defender Max Kilman over a lucrative new contract after turning down a £30m bid from Napoli.


THE GUARDIAN
Manchester United are finding it difficult to sell defender Harry Maguire because of a clause in his contract which earned him a significant wage rise for securing a Champions League berth.
Chelsea are refusing to meet Brighton's demands of £100m for midfielder Moises Caicedo, with the Seagulls rating him as good a prospect as Arsenal-bound Declan Rice.
Manchester United have come under fire for cracking down on ticket touts while allowing seats at Old Trafford to be sold on Viagogo, a website accused of allowing professional ticket traders to exploit fans.
Lewis Hamilton says he would welcome a protest by Just Stop Oil, as long as it doesn't involve anyone invading the track at Silverstone.


THE ATHLETIC
Centre-back William Saliba has signed a new four-year contract with Arsenal which will be officially announced on Friday and does not include a release clause.
Willian is close to agreeing a new contract with Fulham after receiving an improved offer.
Paris Saint-Germain have sent a three-page letter to Kylian Mbappe accusing him of unsettling the club this summer and giving him a deadline of July 31 to make a decision about his future.
Leeds United defender Robin Koch has joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan for the duration of the 2023/24 season.


DAILY MAIL
Tottenham chairman and fierce negotiator Daniel Levy is said to be furious about reports that Thomas Tuchel held talks with Harry Kane at his home in London to talk about a move to Bayern Munich.
Rob Dorsett says Spurs are adamant Harry Kane is not for sale, but explains Bayern Munich are 'determined' to sign the forward either in this transfer window or next summer
Manchester United are reportedly close to signing Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, a 20-year-old who local reports suggest the Premier League club have been watching for six years.
Moussa Diaby wants to move to the Premier League this summer, according to reports in Germany, with Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle United all interested in the winger.
Former Brazil boss Tite has set his sights on managing in Europe and says the Premier League would be an option if the right job comes up.
A group of Everton fans has called on club legend Graeme Sharp to be welcomed back to Goodison Park after "sickening" threats forced him to stay away amid links to the club's under-fire board of directors.
Jordi Alba could be unveiled as an Inter Miami player on Friday after agreeing to take a huge pay cut to reunite with former Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi.
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino says MLS will not be a 'holiday' for Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets, saying they 'want to compete'
New Reading boss Ruben Selles faces preparing for life in League One under a transfer embargo despite two of three sanctions against the club being lifted by the EFL.
Middlesbrough have reportedly reached a deal to sign Australian goalkeeper Tom Glover, who left Melbourne City last month.
Swiss federal judges have dismissed FIFA's appeal against a ruling that overturned a life ban handed to Haiti's former soccer federation president Yves Jean-Bart for alleged sexual abuse of women's national team players.
Headingley staff prevented a further Just Stop Oil protest at the third Ashes Test on Thursday with two people denied entry after searches on the way into the ground.

THE SUN
David Moyes is set to lose another member of his West Ham backroom staff with assistant coach Paul Nevin expected to link up with Patrick Vieira at his new club Strasbourg.
Southampton have still not received any contact from clubs over Romeo Lavia - but are hoping for a £40m transfer.
Middlesbrough have agreed a £2m deal for QPR goalkeeper Seny Dieng.

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS
Manchester United are aiming to sign two goalkeepers this summer and it is expected Dean Henderson will join Nottingham Forest on a permanent deal for a fee of around £30m.


EVENING STANDARD
Games at the Women's World Cup could run past 100 minutes with FIFA continuing their crackdown on time-wasting.

DAILY MIRROR
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Adam Bogdan is backing fellow Hungary international Dominik Szoboszlai to have a great career at Anfield and says "he was born to be at a big club".
Eden Hazard is considering a move to MLS after a disappointing end to his time with Real Madrid and could even link up with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.
Manchester United's lack of incoming transfer business means boss Erik ten Hag is set to promote youngsters Charlie Savage, Maxi Oyedele and Isak Hansen-Aaroen to senior squad training.
ITV have agreed to a major shake-up of their EFL show.

THE TIMES
A senior athletics official has apologised after asking convicted doper Dwain Chambers to present medals at last weekend's English Schools Track and Field Championships.
Black Union will become the first team from Georgia to take part in rugby union's Challenge Cup next season and will come up against Gloucester and Scarlets in their group.
Luke Cowan-Dickie is set to complete a move to Sale Sharks and remain qualified for England after his proposed deal to play in France fell through.


Manchester United are edging closer to signing Inter goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27, after agreeing personal terms with the Cameroon international. (Fabrizio Romano)

The Red Devils are also lining up a £50m move for Atalanta and Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund, 20. (Telegraph)

Chelsea will have to stump up more than £100m if they wish to sign Brighton and Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 21, this summer (Telegraph)

Newcastle are preparing a surprise move for veteran Italy and Juventus centre-back Leonardo Bonucci, 36, to add experience for their forthcoming Champions League campaign. (TEAMtalk)

Ajax's Jurrien Timber will undergo a medical at Arsenal on Friday with the Gunners confident of completing a £38.5m deal for the 22-year-old Dutch full-back (Standard)

Tottenham midfielder Ivan Perisic has told boss Ange Postecoglou he intends to terminate his contract, with the 34-year-old Croat keen to join Hajduk Split. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid have approached Spurs over Denmark midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, 27, who has also been linked with a move to Bayern Munich. (Mail)

Southampton believe they will receive their asking price of £50m for Belgium midfielder Romeo Lavia, 19, with Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal all chasing his signature. (Sky Sports)

Crystal Palace's hopes of re-signing the talismanic Wilfried Zaha, 30, have been dashed as the forward considers offers from Lazio, Fenerbahce and Al-Nassr. (Standard)

Fulham are close to agreeing a new deal with free agent Willian after the Brazil forward, 34, officially became a free agent at the end of last week. (The Athletic - subscription required)

Wantaway Chelsea and United States forward Christian Pulisic, 24, on the cusp of a £20m switch to Italian giants AC Milan. (90 min)

Arsenal's France defender William Saliba, 22, has signed a new contract that will keep him at Emirates Stadium until 2027. (The Athletic - subscription required)

West Ham are weighing up a move for Juventus midfielder Denis Zakaria. The Hammers could initially take the 26-year-old Switzerland international on loan with an option to buy for £15.4m. (Guardian)

The Hammers are also interested in Fulham's Portuguese enforcer Joao Palhinha, 27, and Southampton and England's 28-year-old set piece specialist James Ward-Prowse. (Guardian)

Wolves are desperate to keep 26-year-old English centre-back Max Kilman after turning down a £30m bid from Serie A giants Napoli. (Telegraph

 

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Saturday 8 July 2023 07:20, UK



DAILY TELEGRAPH
Newcastle are set to make a second significant summer signing, with Leicester winger Harvey Barnes closing on a move to Tyneside.
Mauricio Pochettino has insisted Chelsea co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali will not be able to visit the Stamford Bridge dressing room or the club's Cobham training ground without his agreement.
Matthew Wolff has hit out at his LIV Golf team captain Brooks Koepka, suggesting the five-time major winner has affected his fragile mental health with a brutal put-down following his withdrawal from an event in Washington earlier this year.
Yorkshire claim they have secured new investment from a mystery investor that would herald a "new chapter" for the club and also denied ever holding talks with the Saudi National Investment Fund.


DAILY MAIL
Barcelona have Chelsea teenager Andrey Santos - who has only just arrived at the Premier League club after visa issues - on their list of possible long-term replacements for Sergio Busquets.
Lee Carsley will be offered a new contract as England U21 manager after guiding his team to the Euro 2023 final, with the Republic of Ireland keeping tabs on him as a potential candidate to lead their senior team.
Arsenal could soon be in the market for a new head of medical services, with incumbent Gary O'Driscoll set to leave for Manchester United.
A security crackdown at the British Grand Prix to avoid further protests from Just Stop Oil will include the use of 100 soldiers and facial recognition technology.
Kaveh Solhekol explains that Kylian Mbappe has been told by PSG that he will be sold this summer unless he agrees to extend his contract before the end of this month

THE GUARDIAN
Christian Pulisic is set to be the next big-name departure from Chelsea in a cut-price £18.8m move to Serie A giants AC Milan.
Yorkshire's chief executive Stephen Vaughan said the club would take sanctions "on the chin, with some contrition and move on".

THE TIMES
Brendon McCullum was refused entry to Headingly before the opening day of the third Ashes Test because he didn't have the correct pass.
Mark Phillips KC, the barrister who played a significant role in setting up the Premier League in 1992, is in favour of an independent regulator for football.

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS
Mason Greenwood has emerged as a possible chess piece for Manchester United as they have interest from Rasmus Hojlund's club Atalanta in their currently suspended forward.

EVENING STANDARD
Manchester United and Inter Milan are expected to finalise a deal for goalkeeper Andre Onana next week, with all parties wanting a deal to be done quickly.
Moises Caicedo says he is not getting carried away by emotion as Chelsea continue their interest in signing him, but he has also talked up the talents of fellow Ecuadorian Kendry Paez, a recent addition to the Blues' squad.
Mauricio Pochettino says if you manage a club like Chelsea then results are more important than playing well

DAILY EXPRESS
Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is one of a number of players Inter Milan are considering as a replacement for imminent Manchester United signing Andre Onana, according to reports in Italy.

THE SUN
New Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has put talk of a reunion with Harry Kane on ice…for now.
Allan Saint-Maximin could be on his way to Saudi Arabia if Newcastle reach agreement to bring Leicester winger Harvey Barnes to St James' Park.
Exiled Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood could move to Atalanta as part of a deal to land Rasmus Hojlund.
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says he does not know what happened with Mason Mount but insists the club have to move on following his departure

DAILY MIRROR
UEFA's decision to grant entry into their competitions for six clubs under joint-ownership has given Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to add Manchester United to his current club Nice a boost.
Chelsea could swoop in and snatch Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia this summer, with Liverpool and Arsenal both unwilling to meet the relegated side's valuation of him.
Lewis O'Brien is set to end his loan spell in MLS with DC United and could soon be part of Sheffield United's squad for their Premier League return.

THE ATHLETIC
West Brom are likely to have to make further player sales because of financial battles their managing director Mark Miles says are an "ongoing challenge".

DAILY RECORD
Rangers' hopes of signing Leeds centre-back Charlie Cresswell could be waning after the relegated Championship side let Robin Koch leave for Eintracht Frankfurt.
Former Ayr United goalkeeper Aidan McAdams is trying his luck in England and has reportedly been given a trial at League One side Northampton.
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Newcastle United hope they can complete a £35m move for Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes to beat Aston Villa and West Ham to the 25-year-old England international's signature. (Guardian)

France striker Kylian Mbappe thinks he might have to leave Paris St-Germain this summer as he is still not planning to extend his contract beyond 2024 and the 24-year-old's preferred option is to join Real Madrid. (ESPN)

PSG believe Mbappe has already agreed to join Real Madrid on a free transfer next summer and, if he does not sign a new deal with the French champions, they will sell him to the highest bidder this summer regardless of who it is. (Sky Sports)

Mbappe's first preference if he were to move to the Premier League would be Arsenal but he is beyond the budget of the Gunners and no contact has been made between the two parties. (Independent)

Portugal forward Joao Felix is keen on a move to PSG but he could end up staying at Atletico Madrid, who want 100m euros for the 23-year-old. (AS - in Spanish)

Inter Milan are stepping up their pursuit of Tottenham keeper Hugo Lloris, 36, as they line up the Frenchman to replace 27-year-old Cameroon international Andre Onana, who is a target for Manchester United. (Foot Mercato - in French)

Borussia Dortmund are keeping track of former winger Jadon Sancho's situation at Manchester United, although the 23-year-old is believed to want to stay at Old Trafford. (Sky Sports Germany)

Sporting Lisbon have agreed a deal worth 24m euros (£20.5m) with Coventry City for 25-year-old Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres. (Fabrizio Romano)

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone is set to reject a lucrative offer to manager Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli to stay with the Spanish side. (ESPN)

Mason Greenwood's 18-month exile from football could be set to end, with Atalanta interested in a loan deal for Manchester United's 21-year-old English forward. (Mirror)

England midfielder Dele Alli has returned to training with Everton as he aims to get his career back on track, with Toffees boss Sean Dyche having told the 27-year-old he needs to "get fit". (Mail)

The Football Association will offer Lee Carsley a new contract to stay on as England Under-21 manager after he led the side to the final of the Uefa U21 Championship. (Mail)

Former Chelsea defender John Terry says he has returned to the Stamford Bridge club and is "working in the academy". (John Terry)

 

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Sunday's newspapers


SUNDAY MIRROR

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has made the ruthless decision to sell Harry Maguire, Jadon Sancho, Fred and Scott McTominay this summer, it has been claimed.

Anthony Joshua has been warned that he could lose out on a whopping £60m payday for his fight with Deontay Wilder if he loses to Dillian Whyte.


THE OBSERVER

Chelsea are holding out for £40m for Romelu Lukaku, who has emerged as a target for Juventus and Al Hilal, and have rejected a bid from Inter Milan for the striker.

Wilfried Zaha is expected to make a decision over his future when he returns from his honeymoon next week, with Crystal Palace remaining hopeful that the Ivory Coast forward will sign a lucrative four-year contract worth £10m a season and reject offers to move overseas.


SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

David De Gea has announced he will leave Manchester United this summer after 12 years at Old Trafford, with the club poised to step up their efforts to land Inter Milan’s Andre Onana as his replacement.
United We Stand editor Andy Mitten shares his thoughts on Manchester United letting David De Gea leave on a free transfer
The International Cricket Council are expected to discipline match referee Chris Broad after he tweeted a picture mocking David Warner’s record against his son Stuart.

THE SUN ON SUNDAY

Everton boss Sean Dyche wants to win the race for Blackburn midfield gem Adam Wharton.



THE MAIL ON SUNDAY

Chelsea have opened talks with Arsenal's Folarin Balogun as their search for a new centre forward continues.

Tottenham forward Richarlison has claimed Antonio Conte scolded him for two hours after Spurs were knocked out of the Champions League by AC Milan.

Kyle Walker will make a decision on his future very soon amid speculation over his role at Manchester City next season.

Nottingham Forest are keeping tabs on Leicester's Kelechi Iheanacho ahead of a potential summer move, according to a report.

Burnley are set to complete the signing of Borussia Dortmund defender Soumaila Coulibaly, according to a report.

Crystal Palace will re-appoint former player Shaun Derry to head coach Roy Hodgson's backroom team just five months after he was sidelined by axed boss Patrick Vieira.

Inter Miami have appeared to confirm Lionel Messi's arrival for July 16, with the club teasing a "major unveiling event" that night to reporters.

Vinicius Junior has become the latest football star to join Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports after the company acquired the Brazilian TFM Agency.

Yorkshire were forced to eject the son of their former director of cricket and long-serving captain, Martyn Moxon, from the first day of the third Test at Headingley after receiving reports of an alleged assault.

EVENING STANDARD

An already controversial Ashes series took a bizarre turn on a rain-affected day at Headingley as Australia were forced to deny that wicketkeeper Alex Carey failed to pay a Leeds barber for a haircut.

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

Manchester City are reportedly being updated on Southampton's Romeo Lavia, despite selling him last summer.

THE ATHLETIC

Six Paris Saint-Germain players have complained to club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi following comments made in an interview by Kylian Mbappe.

Norwich forward Borja Sainz will miss the first three months of the season after suffering an ankle ligament injury.

DAILY RECORD

Motherwell kid Max Johnston is on the verge of a move to Austrian outfit Sturm Graz.




Bayern Munich are expected to make an improved offer worth nearly £70m for England striker Harry Kane but the bid is unlikely to meet Tottenham's valuation, despite the 29-year-old having one year left on his contract. (Mail on Sunday)

Chelsea want £40m for Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, who is attracting interest from Al-Hilal and Juventus, whileInter Milan have had an offer for the 30-year-old rejected. (Guardian)

Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund and he is prepared to ask Atalanta for a transfer if the Old Trafford club cannot agree a deal with the Italian club, who want £60m for the 20-year-old. (Football Transfers)

Tottenham are monitoring the situation of Chelsea's 24-year-old Spaniard Marc Cucurella, who can play as a left-back or left-sided winger, as they look for a replacement for their Croatia winger Ivan Perisic, 34. (Football Transfers)

Tottenham and Napoli are interested in signing Borussia Monchengladbach and Japan defender Ko Itakura, 26. (Sky Sports Germany, via Get German Football News)

Six Paris Saint-Germain players, including two summer signings, have complained to the hierarchy about comments made by France striker Kylian Mbappe, 24. (Sky Sports)

Chelsea have opened talks with Arsenal over a deal for USA striker Folarin Balogun, 22. (Mail on Sunday)

Ivory Coast winger Wilfried Zaha, who is out of contract at Crystal Palace, is weighing up a fresh offer from the Eagles, while the 30-year-old has also held talks with PSG, Napoli and Galatasaray. (Guardian)

Dutch side FC Twente are looking at a loan move for Manchester United and Uruguay forward Facundo Pellistri, 21. (Voetbal International - in Dutch)

Bayern Munich have triggered the 50m euro release clause of Napoli's South Korea defender Kim Min-jae and will sign the 26-year-old on a contract until 2028. (Sky Sports Germany)

Inter Milan have told Bayern Munich they want to sign Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer, 34, from the German champions. (Sky Sports Germany)

Burnley have agreed a deal to bring in Borussia Dortmund's French centre-back Soumaila Coulibaly, 19, on a loan deal with a 15m euro option to buy. (L'Equipe - in French)

Fulham are set to agree a new contract with Brazilian winger Willian, 34, after he rejected their first offer last week. (Football Insider)

 

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Monday 10 July 2023 07:42, UK



DAILY EXPRESS
Dusan Vlahovic is open to the prospect of leaving Juventus for Chelsea this summer, according to reports.
Tottenham could be poised to miss out on the signing of Wolfsburg centre-back Micky van de Ven this summer, according to reports.
Chelsea fans are hoping Paulo Dybala's appearance at the British Grand Prix mean the forward is about to be revealed as one of Mauricio Pochettino's cut-price summer signings.
England U21 hero Curtis Jones could become surplus to requirements at Liverpool if the club is able to complete a move for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia.

THE SUN
Manchester United will make a major push to land Andre Onana as their new 'keeper this week.
Bayern Munich are planning to test Tottenham's resolve with an improved offer for Harry Kane.
Manchester United midfielder Fred has hired new agents as he seeks a transfer this summer.
Jurrien Timber's brother has leaked his Arsenal transfer unveiling on social media.
Leeds want Liverpool defender Nathaniel Phillips - but a loan request may not work for the Reds.
Ambitious Sunderland are planning a major move for Everton striker Tom Cannon.
Manchester City are set to reward defender Manuel Akanji for his excellent first season in the Premier League with a new contract taking his salary beyond £100,000-a-week.
Japan international wing-back Tatsuhiro Sakamoto is on the verge of joining Coventry City for around £2m from KV Oostende.
Manchester United are hoping Sparta Prague will come in with an offer for young goalkeeper Matej Kovar, although they will block Nathan Bishop from leaving because of a lack of cover in goal.
Mark McAdam gives the latest transfer updates on Juventus' interest in Romelu Lukaku, talks between Inter and Manchester United for Andre Onana and Christian Pulisic's AC Milan deal

DAILY MAIL
Tottenham will dismiss Bayern Munich's second offer of £70m plus add-ons for captain Harry Kane.
Aston Villa have become the latest club to express interest in Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Andre Onana is the right replacement for David De Gea but has warned fans to expect mistakes.
Steven Gerrard's hopes of adding Wilfried Zaha to his Al-Ettifaq squad are in doubt over claims the former Crystal Palace winger's advisers want more money from the deal.
Burnley are close to signing teenage defender Soumalia Coulibaly from Borussia Dortmund on loan with an obligation to buy for £15m.
Both England and Australia are awaiting the result of appeals against their sanctions for slow over-rates during the second Ashes Test at Lord's.

DAILY MIRROR
Juventus have reportedly agreed not to take part in the Conference League next season due to their financial and legal troubles.
Thiago Silva has admitted he has spoken to Paulo Dybala about a move to Chelsea after approving a move for the forward.
Mauricio Pochettino is certain Enzo Fernandez will prove a quality player for Chelsea this season after a rough start to life at Stamford Bridge since his January move.
Jose Mourinho has been knocked back by Bayern Munich with a bid to bring former Manchester United loanee Marcel Sabitzer to Roma.
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Rob Dorsett says Spurs are adamant Harry Kane is not for sale, but explains Bayern Munich are 'determined' to sign the forward either in this transfer window or next summer

THE TIMES
England U21 goalkeeper James Trafford told his team-mates before their match with Spain in the final of the European Championship that he always knew he was going to save a penalty.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Romelu Lukaku is willing to sacrifice almost £1m in wages to facilitate a permanent return to Inter Milan.

THE SCOTTISH SUN
Werder Bremen head a Bundesliga pack eyeing a £2m move for Rangers striker Antonio Colak.
Robbie Ure is trying to win himself a deal with AZ Alkmaar.

DAILY RECORD
Rangers are shaping up for a waiting game as their move for Jose Cifuentes is put on temporary hold.
Lee Johnson admits Jair Tavares and Runar Hauge's time at Hibs is up as he looks to move the duo out of Easter Road.


Juventus have told Chelsea they can have Serbia striker Dusan Vlahovic, 23, for 25m euros (£21.4m) plus their Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku. (Corriere dello Sport, via Football London)

However, Lukaku, 30, is willing to take a £1m-per-year pay cut in order to make a permanent return to Inter Milan after his loan spell.(Telegraph - subscription required)

Chelsea have told Inter of Juventus' interest in Lukaku in an attempt to drive up the price, which has angered Juve. (Tuttosport, via Mirror)

Bayern Munich have made an improved offer of £70m plus add‑ons for Tottenham's England striker Harry Kane, 29. (Guardian)

New Al-Ettifaq manager Steven Gerrard has held talks with Ivory Coast winger Wilfried Zaha over a £16m-per-year move to Saudi Arabia, with the 30-year-old's contract at Crystal Palace having now expired. (Mail)

Manchester United are preparing to submit a new bid to Atalanta for Rasmus Hojlund, having already reached an agreement in principle with the Denmark striker, 20, over a contract until 2028. (Nicolo Schira)

Aston Villa are interested in Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby, 24, but will have to pay a club record £50m for the Frenchman. (Mail)

Fulham and Crystal Palace are interested in signing USA full-back Sergino Dest, 22, from Barcelona. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Wolfsburg are willing to keep hold of Micky van de Ven if Tottenham do not meet their £40m asking price for the Dutch defender, 22. (Wolfsburger Allgemeine, via Express)

Leicester's England winger Harvey Barnes, 25, wants to move to Newcastle this summer. (Football Insider)

Manchester United's Brazil midfielder Fred, 30, has changed agents amid interest from Fulham and Saudi Arabian clubs. (Fabrizio Romano)

Paris St-Germain could look to sign Napoli's Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 24, as a replacement for wantaway France forward Kylian Mbappe, 24. (Gazzetta dello Sport, via Football Italia)

USA legend Landon Donovan has criticised Chelsea's American winger Christian Pulisic, 24, for choosing to join AC Milan over a move to Major League Soccer. (Fox Sports, via Football Transfers)

Roma boss Jose Mourinho is keen on signing Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, 26, from his former club Manchester United. (Football Transfers)

The Serie A side are also interested in Bayern Munich's Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, 29, who was on loan at Manchester United last season. (Calciomercato - in Italian)

Manchester United and Newcastle are both exploring a potential deal for France defender Axel Disasi, 25, but neither side has made a bid to Monaco yet. (Fabrizio Romano)

Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber, 22, has had a medical with Arsenal and returned home for a farewell party at the weekend before he completes a move from Ajax. (Metro)

Sheffield United are keen on Nottingham Forest's English midfielder Lewis O'Brien, 24. (Sheffield Star)

Everton have made an offer to former England full-back Ashley Young, 38, after his contract expired at Aston Villa. (Football Insider)

Brazil defender Thiago Silva, 38, spoke to Roma's Paulo Dybala at the British Grand Prix and asked the Argentina forward, 29, about reports of him joining Chelsea. (Sky Sport Italia, via Metro)

Liverpool are prepared to let English defender Nat Phillips, 26, join Leeds - but only on a permanent deal. (Sun)

Manchester United will listen to loan offers for Ivory Coast winger Amad Diallo, 20, who spent last season on loan at Sunderland. (Football Insider)

Former England midfielder Jake Livermore, 33, played as a trialist for Watford in a friendly against Arsenal at the weekend after being released by West Brom. (Mail)

West Ham have registered their interest in a deal to sign Senegal forward Habib Diallo, 28, from Strasbourg. (Football Insider)

 

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Tuesday 11 July 2023 07:07, UK



DAILY TELEGRAPH
Newcastle United could sell Allan Saint-Maximin this summer to help fund a bid for Leicester City's Harvey Barnes.
Chelsea have pulled out of negotiations with the online casino Stake over becoming the club's new front of shirt sponsor and are now in talks with other companies.
Videos appearing to mock the Haka have been broadcast by the Spain and Netherlands football teams in the run-up to the Women's World Cup, which is being co-hosted by New Zealand.
Any new contract offered to Harry Kane by Tottenham is expected to pay the England captain as much as £400,000 per week.
Jonny Bairstow will get backing from England's selectors for the final two Ashes Tests despite calls for him to be dropped over his poor batting form and below-par wicket-keeping.


THE TIMES
Inter Milan are preparing to increase their bid for the Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, with the Belgium international keen on an exit this week.


DAILY MAIL
Andre Onana's move from Inter Milan to Manchester United is at an advanced stage, according to sources close to the Cameroon goalkeeper.
Steven Gerrard faces disappointment in his bid to sign former Liverpool teammate Jordan Henderson for Al-Ettifaq.
Mauricio Pochettino is set for face-to-face talks with in-demand England U21 hero Levi Colwill this week.
Southampton are expecting West Ham to make their move for James Ward-Prowse this week but not for their desired price.
England U21 captain Taylor Harwood-Bellis is set for a Premier League move this summer, with Fulham and West Ham United keeping tabs on the defender.
Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan talks about the quality of Andre Onana and says a deal to join Manchester United is very close.
Harry Brook is set to be offered England's first multi-year central contract with the ECB keen reduce the risk of losing players to Twenty20 franchise competitions.
Former Everton winger Andros Townsend is training with Burnley after missing last season with a knee injury.
Joao Felix was sent to work with Atletico Madrid's academy squad for part of their first day of training on Monday as he continues to be linked with a move away, most likely to Paris Saint-Germain.
Galatasaray have made an approach for Tottenham defender Davinson Sanchez.
Chelsea striker David Fofana is closing on a loan move to Union Berlin.
Brondby midfielder Anis Slimane has undergone a medical with Sheffield United ahead of a proposed £2.5m move.
Wolves are considering whether to give Liverpool flop Arthur Melo a second chance at playing in the Premier League.
Celtic midfielder Matt O'Riley has a host of Spanish clubs interested in him, including Real Betis, Valencia and Sevilla.

THE ATHLETIC
Matt Doherty is in advanced talks with Wolverhampton Wanderers over a return to the club.
Leeds United are set to loan midfielder Marc Roca to Real Betis.

THE SUN
Wilfried Zaha's next move is being held up because his deal with a top agency is running out.
RB Leipzig want to secure a replacement before they allow defender Josko Gvardiol to complete his move to Manchester City.
Manchester United are close to agreeing personal terms with Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana on a five-year deal worth around £100,000-a-week.
Georgia Stanway believes her move to Bayern Munich has made her more of a leader despite her struggles learning a new language.
Casemiro is keen to become Manchester United's next full-time captain as Erik ten Hag ponders standing Harry Maguire down from the role amid doubts over his future.
Blackpool have accepted a £2.5m bid from Swansea for striker Jerry Yates.
Norwich City want £15m for England U21 defender Max Aarons with West Ham, Leeds United and Bournemouth all interested.

DAILY MIRROR
David Moyes is hoping to tie up the £25m double capture of Real Betis defender Luiz Felipe and Juventus midfielder Denis Zakaria this week.
Everton have made an enquiry about signing Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton.

Miguel Delaney can't see Harry Kane heading to Bayern Munich whilst Riath Al-Samarrai feels Tottenham are actually interested in selling their star striker
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is confident he will be able to make Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven his fifth summer signing.
Reece James wants to become Chelsea's next captain according to his father Nigel, who also dismissed reported interest in his son from Real Madrid.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has called up key youngsters Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Reuell Walters to his squad for the first-leg of their pre-season tour in Germany.

DAILY STAR
Tottenham Hotspur star Richarlison has revealed Antonio Conte 'scolded' him for two hours in front of the Spurs squad.

THE GUARDIAN
England will give Moeen Ali extra batting practice ahead of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford as they consider giving him further chances to bat at No 3 to allow Harry Brook to drop down the order to a more comfortable slot.

SCOTTISH SUN
New Rangers star Dujon Sterling has not travelled to Germany for the club's training camp because of a calf injury.

DAILY RECORD
Neil Lennon has revealed that he wanted to sign Cyriel Dessers for Celtic.
Bournemouth have knocked back a request from Hibs to bring forward their friendly on Thursday as reports emerge of a "heat bomb" about to hit Marbella which would take temperatures towards 40 degrees Celsius.


Wolves are closing in on re-sign Republic of Ireland full-back Matt Doherty, 31, after his exit from Atletico Madrid. (TeamTalk)

West Ham are hoping to land England midfielder James Ward-Prowse, 28, for a fee in the region of £20m but Southampton value their captain closer to £40m. (Mail)

Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana's £43m move from Inter Milan to Manchester United is at an advanced stage and will be completed this week once the 27-year-old agrees personal terms. (Mail)

Tottenham Hotspur are confident of signing Wolfsburg's Dutch defender Micky van de Ven, 22, who is valued at £25m. (Mirror)

Everton have made an enquiry about signing Manchester United's former England goalkeeper Tom Heaton, 37. (Mirror)

Manchester United have set an asking price of £50m for England defender Harry Maguire, 30. (Manchester Evening News)

Donny van de Beek, 26, could also be on his way out of Manchester United this summer with Nottingham Forest, Wolves and Crystal Palace interested in the Netherlands midfielder. (90 min)

Montpellier's French forward Elye Wahi, 20, and Juventus' Serbia striker Dusan Vlahovic, 23, are among the attacking targets being considered by Chelsea. (Evening Standard)

Torino's Dutch centre-back Perr Schuurs, 23, is attracting interest from Liverpool as Jurgen Klopp looks to bolster his backline without parting with a large huge fee. (Football Insider)

Leicester City are interested in signing English forward Stephy Mavididi, 25, from Montpellier. (Fabrizio Romano)

Newcastle United could sell 26-year-old French winger Allan Saint-Maximin - who is wanted by some Saudi clubs - to help fund a bid for Leicester City's Englishman Harvey Barnes, 25. (Telegraph, subscription needed)

Inter Milan are preparing to increase their bid for Chelsea and Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, 30, from their initial £23m offer - but the Blues want £40m. (Times, subscription needed)

Al-Hilal have informed Manchester City that they are ready to pay £60m for Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva. (CBS Sports)

England right-back Reece James, 23, wants to become Chelsea's new captain - despite interest from Real Madrid. (Beautiful Game Podcast, via Mirror)

Sheffield Wednesday are in talks with 35-year-old unattached English striker Troy Deeney over a player-coach role. (Mail)

Serbia midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, 28 will join Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal from Lazio in a transfer worth £34m. (Goal)

Paris St-Germain are now leading the race for Eintracht Frankfurt and France striker Randal Kolo Muani, 24. (Independent)

Luton Town want Blackburn Rovers' Belgian goalkeeper Thomas Kaminski, 30, but have not met their £3-4m asking price yet. (Lancashire Telegraph)

 

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Wednesday 12 July 2023 07:28, UK




DAILY STAR
Manchester United could potentially make six more signings this summer if a takeover by Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani materialises.


DAILY MAIL
Michael Bridge has the latest Tottenham transfer news as speculation continues over whether captain Harry Kane will stay at the club
Harry Kane will leave the ball in Tottenham's court when he meets new manager Ange Postecoglou for the first time on Wednesday.
Mason Mount is set to make his Manchester United debut in Oslo on Wednesday when Erik ten Hag's side play their first pre-season friendly against Leeds at the Ullevaal Stadion.
Viktor Gyokeres is set to leave Coventry for Sporting Lisbon in the coming days with the Championship club anticipating a fee of up to £20.5m for the striker.
Joao Felix's future at Atletico Madrid has been cast into further doubt after the forward held 'tense' talks with club chiefs, according to reports.
Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou says he wants Harry Kane 'involved' at Spurs
Chelsea have told wantaway stars including Romelu Lukaku, Hakim Ziyech and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to stay away from training until next Monday, by when the first-team squad will have left for their tour of the United States.
Sheffield United are in talks with Swedish club Hacken over striker Benie Traore while Marseille are circling around Blades star Iliman Ndiaye.
Leeds United want Brentford's Lee Dykes as their new sporting director and are closing on the signing of Aberdeen teenager Lewis Pirie.

THE SUN
Chelsea transfer target Moises Caicedo has admitted he "can't say no" to joining the club.
Luton are in a race against time to get their Kenilworth Road stadium ready for the start of the new season.
Bayern Munich are keeping tabs on Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez as an alternative if their plans to sign Harry Kane from Tottenham do not bear fruit.
Newcastle United are close to agreeing a deal of around £35m for Leicester City winger Harvey Barnes.
Villarreal defender Pau Torres has arrived in the Midlands to complete a £35m move to Aston Villa.
Chelsea are ready to allow Romelu Lukaku to leave the club for a fee of only £40m.
Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey is expected back at Nice training next week despite failing to agree a new deal.
Leicester City are poised to sign Manchester City youngster Callum Doyle on a season-long loan deal.
Manchester City are hoping to complete a deal to sign teenage centre-back Harrison Parker from neighbours Manchester United.

DAILY MIRROR

Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis says anyone looking to sign star striker Victor Osimhen will have to break the Premier League transfer record and find £170m to secure his services.
Luton Town have had a £1m bid for Blackburn Rovers 'keeper Thomas Kaminski rejected with the Championship club wanting £4m for him.
Brighton's attempts to sign Romania starlet Adrian Mazilu from FCV Farul have stalled with the club now looking to start a bidding war for the 17-year-old forward.
Fulham will make an improved offer for Fiorentina defender Igor Julio after their initial bid of £6.8m was rejected.

DAILY EXPRESS
Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga has made it clear he would rather join Arsenal than Tottenham if bids for him are made this summer.
Chelsea and Newcastle have entered the race to sign Pyramids winger Ibrahim Adel, a player previously recommended to Liverpool by his Egyptian compatriot Mo Salah.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Burnley have made Dutch midfielder Gustavo Hamer their next target during their busy summer transfer window as they prepare for the Premier League.
Southampton have held discussions with Everton over a potential deal for defender Mason Holgate.
The Netherlands women's team have denied their players attempted to mimic the Haka, claiming a video that appears to show their players mocking the traditional Maori dance was instead an exercise on "channelling your inner strength".
Chelsea have significantly increased ticket prices for their women's games, after fans believed they were too cheap.
Stoke are leading the chase for Colchester United right-back Junior Tchamadeu, 19, who has been subject to bids from the Championship club.
Tottenham have Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher in their sights as they look for a possible replacement for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who is wanted by Atletico Madrid and clubs in Germany's Bundesliga.

THE ATHLETIC
Nottingham Forest are considering a move for Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa, who previously played for their sister club Olympiakos.

SCOTTISH SUN
Former Celtic goalkeeper Vasilis Barkas has held talks over a move to Swansea.

DAILY RECORD
Celtic look to be running the rule over another Australian transfer target with wonderkid Liam Bonetig reported to have featured for the B-team in a friendly with Fraserburgh - and even hit the back of the net.
Leon Balogun is set to make a surprise return to Rangers to provide them with defensive cover in the wake of Leon King's serious injury.



Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba, 30, will be offered £128m over three years to join a club in Saudi Arabia. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane, 29, is keen to join Bayern Munich, who have made two bids. (ESPN)

Kane, whose contract expires next summer, could be offered £400,000 a week if new Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou convinces him to stay. (Telegraph - subscription)

West Ham and Italy forward Gianluca Scamacca, 22, would be keen to work under Roma manager Jose Mourinho if he returns to Serie A. (Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian)

Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis thinks only Paris St-Germain have the financial power to meet his valuation of 150m euros for 24-year-old Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen. (90min)

Bournemouth are ahead of Tottenham, West Ham and Wolves in the pursuit of Bristol City's 19-year-old English midfielder Alex Scott. (Teamtalk)

Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 25, is set to leave Coventry for Sporting Lisbon, with the Championship club anticipating a fee of up to £20m. (Mail)

Chelsea are preparing an offer for Lyon's 19-year-old French forward Rayan Cherki. (ESPN)

Chelsea have delayed Romelu Lukaku, Hakim Ziyech and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's return to training. Belgium forward Lukaku, 30, is aiming for a return to Inter Milan, Gabon striker Aubameyang, 34, is wanted by clubs in Europe and Morocco winger Ziyech, 30, is interesting clubs in the Saudi Pro League. (Mail)

Everton are interested in21-year-old Manchester United and Sweden forward Anthony Elanga. (Foot Mercato - in French)

Burnley have made Coventry and Netherlands midfielder Gustavo Hamer, 26, their next target. (Telegraph - subscription)

Manchester United are edging closer to an agreement for 27-year-old Inter Milan and Cameroon keeper Andre Onana. (Sky Sports)

Nottingham Forest are in talks with Manchester United over a deal for England keeper Dean Henderson, 26, and are considering a move for Wolves' 30-year-old Portuguese keeper Jose Sa. (Telegraph - subscription)

Arsenal are hopeful of signing West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, before the squad fly to the USA for their pre-season tour on Sunday. (Sky Sports)

Southampton are considering a move for Hoffenheim's 24-year-old Denmark winger Jacob Bruun Larsen. (Mail)

Arsenal have joined Tottenham and Chelsea in wanting Celta Vigo's 21-year-old Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga, but Paris St-Germain are not interested. (Le10Sport - in French)

Manchester City are set to sign Manchester United's 16-year-old defender Harrison Parker after United tried to sign their 16-year-old twins Jack and Tyler Fletcher. (Manchester Evening News)

 

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Thursday 13 July 2023 07:20, UK


THE ATHLETIC
Jordan Henderson is leaning towards a move to Saudi Arabia.
Erik ten Hag says the Manchester United captain will be decided by him and not left to a vote by his squad.
Carlos Alcaraz has admitted his father filmed Novak Djokovic in training during Wimbledon.

DAILY MAIL
John Cross and David Ornstein discuss Jordan Henderson's potential 'seismic' move to Saudi Arabia where its rumoured he could earn up to £700,000 a week in a move that would see him join up with Steven Gerrard's Al Ettifaq
Al Ettifaq will quadruple Jordan Henderson's salary to £700,000 a week.
Chelsea have asked for £25m for a shirt sponsor - less than half of the original £60m asking price.
Newcastle remain locked in talks with Leicester over Harvey Barnes, with the Magpies pondering an opening offer around the £30m mark.
Wimbledon bosses will resist calls from Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic to start Centre Court matches earlier.
Nottingham Forest have approached free agent Willian as he ponders a contract offer from Fulham.
Chelsea have asked about the availability of Lyon's teenage midfielder Rayan Cherski.
Leicester City want goalkeeper Mads Hermansen, who currently plays at home in Denmark for Brondby.
Two men were thrown out of England's women's one-day international against Australia on Wednesday on suspicion of illegal betting activity putting the ECB on alert for next week's fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.

DAILY MIRROR

Tottenham are intensifying their efforts to persuade star striker Harry Kane to commit his long-term future to the club.
Newcastle face competition from Celtic in the race to sign Arsenal's out-of-favour left-back Kieran Tierney.
Arsenal sporting director Edu has reportedly flown out to Brazil for transfer talks with Gremio over midfielder Bitello.
Michael Carrick is hoping to bring Aston Villa striker Cameron Archer back to Middlesbrough for a second loan stint.
Sunderland are offering winger Patrick Roberts a new contract in a bid to fend off interest from Premier League clubs.
Organisers of the ambitious new Major League Cricket tournament in the USA are targeting England's A List stars including Harry Brook and Ben Stokes.

THE SUN
Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez is trying to convince Roma ace Paulo Dybala to join him at Stamford Bridge.
Wilfried Zaha wants to see more ambition from Crystal Palace before making a decision over his future.
Porto star Mehdi Taremi has dropped a hint that the striker could soon join Manchester United, after posting an image of the United badge on Instagram.
Manchester United are reportedly in talks to sign former Chelsea star Joao Felix.
Phil Jones is holding talks with Greek outfit Aris following his Old Trafford exit.
Manchester United are ready to walk away from a deal to sign Andre Onana if Inter Milan continue to hold them to ransom.
Kyle Walker is torn between staying at Manchester City and having a go at playing overseas with Bayern Munich.
Conor Gallagher could be priced out of a move to Tottenham with his current club Chelsea wanting up to £50m for the England midfielder.
Pep Guardiola is keen to bring his former No 2 Juanma Lillo back to Manchester City in time for pre-season after he was removed as head coach of Qatari side Al Sadd.
Aaron Ramsey is set to snub a big-money offer from Saudi Arabia to return to Cardiff City.
Everton have joined Nottingham Forest in the chase for Southampton striker Che Adams, who may cost up to £15m.
Manchester City are snubbing offers of around £30m for England U21 midfielder James McAtee.
Aston Villa have turned their attentions to a deal for Bayer Leverkusen forward Moussa Diaby after completing their move for defender Pau Torres on Wednesday.
QPR are set to sign goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, who is snubbing interest from Luton Town to join the Championship side.

DAILY EXPRESS
Reports in Italy have hinted that Tottenham will make a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic if they give up on efforts to keep Harry Kane at the club.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Real Madrid have declined to explain why 20 per cent of their costs are unaccounted for in their most recent financial results, posing questions about compliance with financial control regulations.
Jack Leach fears England are forfeiting some of their home advantage in the 2027 Ashes by not including Old Trafford or Headingley among the venues.

SCOTTISH SUN
French club Brest could hijack Max Johnstone's move but Sturm Graz are still confident the Motherwell right-back will join them.

DAILY RECORD
David Goodwillie has made an appearance for ninth-tier side Glasgow United during their pre-season friendly clash with Pollok.


Liverpool and England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 33, is considering joining Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia, although they have not yet made a bid. (Telegraph - subscription)

Paris St-Germain will do everything possible to sign Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane, 29, although his first choice remains Bayern Munich. (RMC Sport - in French)

Barcelona want Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 28, but their back-up plan is Tottenham's 27-year-old Argentina midfielder Giovani lo Celso. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Inter Milan are willing to pay £25m plus add-ons for 30-year-old Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, although Chelsea value him at£40m. (Telegraph - subscription)

Nottingham Forest have followed up their long-standing interest in PSV Eindhoven and Ivory Coast midfielder Ibrahim Sangare, 25, by making an offer. (Athletic - subscription)

Brazil forward Willian, 34, is considering a second offer to stay at Fulham after his contract expired this summer. He has also been approached by Nottingham Forest and has attracted interest from Saudi Arabia. (Mail)

Liverpool are ready to make an offer for Chelsea's 20-year-old English defender Levi Colwill. (90min)

Manchester United, Newcastle United and Aston Villa are interested in Atletico Madrid's 23-year-old Portugal forward Joao Felix. (ABC via Metro)

West Ham are frustrated by the length of time taken to sell 24-year-old England midfielder Declan Rice, caused by delays in paperwork drawn up by Arsenal lawyers. (Sky Sports)

Everton are interested in unattached French striker Moussa Dembele, 27, and Leicester City's 36-year-old former England forward Jamie Vardy. (Football Transfers)

Newcastle are considering an offer of £30m from Leicester for 25-year-old English winger Harvey Barnes. (Mail)

Nice and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey, 32, has received a lucrative offer from a Saudi Arabian team. (Sun)

Tottenham and Denmark midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, 27, is on a long list of potential Atletico Madrid targets. (Marca - in Spanish)

Chelsea are open to selling 24-year-old English defender Trevoh Chalobah this summer. (Evening Standard)

Manchester City have turned down bids of about £30m for 20-year-old English midfielder James McAtee. (Sun)

Bristol City have rejected a £15m offer from Bournemouth for 19-year-old English midfielder Alex Scott. (Bristol Live)

Manchester United's English defender Will Fish, 20, has agreed to rejoin Hibernian on another season-long loan. (Manchester Evening News)

Wolves are open to offers for Spaniard Jonny Castro Otto, 29, and are in talks to re-sign 31-year-old Republic of Ireland defender Matt Doherty. (Express & Star - subscription)

Chelsea and USA midfielder Christian Pulisic, 24, will wear the number 11 shirt when he joins AC Milan. (Goal)

Leeds United's Spain forward Rodrigo, 32, is set to join Qatari club Al Rayyan after they triggered his £3m release clause. (Mail)

Marseille are close to signing Atletico Madrid's 25-year-old Brazil defender Renan Lodi, who was on loan at Nottingham Forest last season. (Foot Mercato - in French)

 

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Friday's newspapers


DAILY MAIL
Manchester United have re-opened talks with Inter Milan to try and find a breakthrough in negotiations over goalkeeper Andre Onana. The two clubs are believed to be about £6m apart in their valuations.


THE SUN
Bayern Munich chiefs jetted into London on Thursday night to try to sign Harry Kane.

Manchester United have reportedly had a players-plus-cash bid for Rasmus Hojlund rejected by Atalanta.

Willian has taken a step closer to the exit door at Fulham after failing to show for pre-season training.


DAILY MIRROR

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is prepared to offer Harry Kane a post-playing role to keep him in north London, it has been claimed.

Erik ten Hag is desperate for Manchester United to sign Andre Onana before he takes his squad to the US for their pre-season tour.

Riyad Mahrez will hold talks with Pep Guardiola about his Manchester City future amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

National League champions Wrexham have made their first big statement of intent in the summer transfer window by signing Will Boyle.

Nottingham Forest are closing in on a deal to snare Willian from Fulham - thanks to owner Evangelos Marinakis.

Everton have made their first major push in the summer transfer window, with a £25m bid for Mali star El Bilal Toure.

DAILY EXPRESS
Liverpool will reportedly submit their first bid for Southampton ace Romeo Lavia once Jordan Henderson has informed the Reds of his final decision over a transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Ettifaq
John Cross and David Ornstein discuss Jordan Henderson's potential 'seismic' move to Saudi Arabia where it's rumoured he could earn up to £700,000 a week


SCOTTISH SUN
Antonio Colak is closing in on a £2.5m move to Parma - with Rangers pushing for Danilo as a ready-made replacement.

DAILY RECORD
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has given youngster Mitchel Frame the chance to impress in Portugal, as the 17-year-old is one of the younger players in the Hoops travelling squad.

Al Ahli are preparing a £30m bid to prise Algeria winger Riyad Mahrez, 32, from Manchester City. (Athletic - subscription required)

City boss Pep Guardiola is set to hold talks with Mahrez amid the interest from Saudi Arabia. (Mirror)

Chelsea are monitoring the situation of Brazil forward Neymar and could make a move for the 31-year-old if he decides to leave Paris St-Germain. (Le Parisien - in French)

Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad are set to make a £40m offer for Liverpool's 29-year-old Brazil midfielder Fabinho. (Athletic - subscription required)

Liverpool and England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 33, has accepted a lucrative deal from Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq. (Guardian)

Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara, 32, could leave Liverpool and make a return to Barcelona this summer. (Sport - in Spanish)

Liverpool might meanwhile move for Southampton's 19-year-old Belgium midfielder Romeo Lavia. (Mirror)

Aston Villa have made their first bid for Bayer Leverkusen's 24-year-old France winger Moussa Diaby. (Sky Sports Germany)

Villa are also interested in Nottingham For

Manchester United are closing in on a deal worth £43m, plus £4.3m in add-ons, for Inter Milan's Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, 27. (Fabrizio Romano)

Tottenham will offer England striker Harry Kane, 29, a new deal worth more than £400,000 a week - and a career after he stops playing - to keep him at the club, amid interest from Bayern Munich. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Tottenham have joined the list of clubs interested in 20-year-old Chelsea and England Under-21 defender Levi Colwill, who has yet to sign a new long-term contract. (Standard)

Manchester United's cash-plus-player offers for 20-year-old Denmark forward Rasmus Hojlund have been rejected by Atalanta, who want a full monetary payment. (Athletic - subscription required)

Arsenal are expected to reject a 2.5m euro bid from Turkish side Besiktas for 27-year-old for English defender Rob Holding. (Athletic - subscription required)

Chelsea and England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, 22, is attracting interest from Crystal Palace, Fulham and Nottingham Forest. (Standard)

Fulham are hopeful of beating Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Arsenal and Liverpool to a deal for Fluminense's Brazil midfielder Andre Trindade, 21. (90min)

Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks to sign Ivory Coast midfielder Ibrahim Sangare, 25, in a £30m deal from PSV Eindhoven. (Football Insider)

Liverpool's Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, 24, has emerged as a target for Wolves as their Portuguese keeper Jose Sa, 30, has attracted interest from Forest. (Mail)

Leeds and Denmark defender Rasmus Kristensen, 26, is set to join Roma on a season-long loan. (Sky Sports)

Chelsea have reached out to Lyon to discuss a summer deal for French winger Rayan Cherki, 19. (90min)

 

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Saturday 15 July 2023 07:32, UK


The Telegraph's Jeremy Wilson and the Times' Martin Hardy discuss the possibility of Harry Kane and Kyle Walker joining Bayern Munich

THE SUN
Arsenal are still keeping tabs on Brighton star Moises Caicedo in the summer transfer window.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr have expressed an interest in landing Manchester United defender Alex Telles.
Arsenal are facing a race against time to complete the signing of £100m Declan Rice before they fly to the USA on Sunday.
Steven Gerrard is earning an incredible £15.2m-a-year in Saudi Arabia.


DAILY MIRROR
West Ham are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United defender Harry Maguire.
Man Utd transfer target Sergino Dest has claimed he is planning on staying at Barcelona for the forthcoming season.

DAILY MAIL
Paris Saint-Germain are ready to rival Bayern Munich for Tottenham striker Harry Kane.
Burnley refused a request from Luton to switch the newly-promoted club's first Premier League home game from Kenilworth Road to Turf Moor, with the result that it has now been postponed.
Kyle Walker is at the centre of a three-way tussle as Bayern Munich and Juventus battle to sign him from Manchester City, who want the defender to sign a new 12-month deal.
Manchester United have turned down an offer from Galatasaray for midfielder Fred, who remains a target for Fulham and clubs in Saudi Arabia.
Liverpool will reportedly consider a move for Brighton's Moises Caicedo if Jordan Henderson and Fabinho both move to Saudi Arabia.
Aston Villa will listen to offers for Lucas Digne as boss Unai Emery continues to stamp his mark on his squad ahead of the new season.
Ajax have taken to social media to say goodbye to academy graduate Jurrien Timber in a video where he predicted his move to Arsenal years ago.

DAILY STAR
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal were reportedly blocked from making an audacious five-player bid to Chelsea.
Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has labelled Jordan Henderson's proposed move to Saudi Arabia "crazy".

THE TELEGRAPH
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will report back to Chelsea on Monday if the club do not agree a deal for his exit before then.

THE TIMES
"Dangerous" autograph hunters are harassing players, say Manchester United
Bayern Munich are confident they can sign Kyle Walker this summer after the England right back reportedly agreed terms with the Bundesliga champions over a move.

THE ATHLETIC
Nottingham Forest's Sam Surridge is close to joining Nashville SC after the two clubs agreed a fee in the region of £5m.

SCOTTISH SUN
Nottingham Forest are lining up a shock move for Rangers left-back Borna Barisic.
Celtic are eyeing a double swoop of South Korean duo Hyun-Jun Yang and Hyeok-Kyu Kwon.
James Tavernier has told Rangers fans that the team will be stronger and fitter this year.

DAILY RECORD
Rangers have reportedly launched a fresh bid to land Danilo.



Paris St-Germain are attempting to hijack Bayern's bid for Tottenham's England striker Harry Kane, 29. (Independent)

Chelsea are looking at a making up a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, with PSG also interested in the 23-year-old Serbia international. (Mail)

Manchester City have made Bayern Munich's France full-back Benjamin Pavard, 27, their number one target if England defender Kyle Walker, 33, joins the German champions. (Guardian)

However, City want Walker to sign a new 12-month contract extension amid interest from Juventus as well as Bayern. (Mail)

Marseille are trying to sign Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, 34, from Chelsea. (Relevo - in Spanish)

Marseille are also hoping to bring in Iliman Ndiaye, having agreed a five-year contract with the Senegal forward, 23, but they are yet to submit a bid to Sheffield United. (L'Equipe - in French)

Liverpool will consider joining the race to sign Brighton's Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo, 21, if Jordan Henderson and Fabinho move to Saudi Arabia. (Talksport)

Liverpool are expected to accept a fee of about £10m to sell England midfielder Henderson, 33, to Al Ettifaq. (Football Insider)

Bayern Munich forward Sadio Mane's representatives have met with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr to discuss a move for the 31-year-old Senegal international. (Ariadhiah, via Goal)

Fulham have rejected a second bid from Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal for Serbia striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, 28. (90min)

Fulham have joined West Ham in the race to sign James Ward-Prowse this summer, although Southampton are yet to receive an offer for the England midfielder, 28. (Football Insider)

Fulham have offered manager Marco Silva a new contract but the 46-year-old from Portugal is not close to signing it. (Sky Sports)

PSG have targeted Napoli's Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 24, not to replace Kylian Mbappe but to help convince the France forward, also 24, to sign a new contract. (Sport - in Spanish)

Aston Villa will listen to offers for Lucas Digne, with Napoli a potential destination for the France left-back, 29. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Bayer Leverkusen have told Villa they will have to break their transfer record to sign France winger Moussa Diaby, 24. (Talksport)

Brentford have submitted a £13m bid for Strasbourg's Habib Diallo as they look to beat West Ham to a deal for the Senegal striker, 28. (Football Insider)

Manchester United have turned down an initial offer from Turkish side Galatasaray for Brazil midfielder Fred, 30. (90min)

Barcelona are now looking at other options having decided they cannot afford to sign 29-year-old Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo from Manchester City, even on loan. (Sport - in Spanish)

Former City youth player Pablo Maffeo, 26, is one of Barca's other options but Sevilla are also interested in Real Mallorca's Spanish right-back. (TV3, vis AS - in Spanish)

West Ham have contacted Ajax about the availability of Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez, with the Dutch side seeking a fee between £35-40m for the 25-year-old. (Athletic - subscription required)

The Hammers are also working on a deal to sign Denis Zakaria, 26, but Juventus want 20m euros (£17.1m) for the Switzerland midfielder. (Sky Italia)

Nottingham Forest striker Sam Surridge, 24, is set to join Nashville SC with the clubs agreeing a £5m fee for the Englishman. (Athletic - Subscription required)

Luton are closing in on the loan signing of Manchester City's Burkina Faso defender Issa Kabore, 22. (L'Equipe - in French)

Fulham and Crystal Palace have both enquired about Southampton's Scotland striker Che Adams, 27. (Sky Sports)

An Everton training video has now been deleted with fans having said they could hear the name of their next signing being mentioned - Leicester's Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans, 35. (Mail)

Former England midfielder Danny Drinkwater, 33, says he wants to rejoin Leicester having been a free agent since leaving Chelsea last summer. (Sun)

Italian fourth division club Trapani are hoping to sign former Arsenal and Ivory Coast winger Gervinho, 36, who spent last season with Greek side Aris. (Calciomercato - in Italian)

 

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Sunday 16 July 2023 23:48, UK

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SUNDAY TIMES
Paris Saint-Germain will move to sign Harry Kane this summer if they can be sure that the England captain would be prepared to leave Tottenham Hotspur for the French champions.
Alex Carey insists he has no regrets over his controversial stumping of Jonny Bairstow in the Lord's Test two weeks ago.

MAIL ON SUNDAY
Harry Kane has made it 'very clear' he wants to move from Tottenham to Bayern Munich, according to honorary president Uli Hoeness.
Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel has revealed that Sadio Mane 'fell short of expectations' at the Bundesliga champions.
Former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka has admitted that being booed off by his own fans in 2019 'gave me even more strength' and the chance to 'show my personality'.

SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
West Ham will target Harry Maguire after Declan Rice completed his £105m move to Arsenal to become the most expensive British player in Premier League history.
Real Madrid and Barcelona have been told by Uefa that the cash generated by the sale of future revenue streams - including broadcast deals and other media assets - will not be considered as legitimate profit in their financial fair play (FFP) consideration.
Wolves are submitting a £20m-plus bid for Bristol City midfielder Alex Scott, as Julen Lopetegui makes a major push to capture the highly-rated England under-20 international.
Leicester are working on a loan deal for Italy Under-21 midfielder Cesare Casadei from Chelsea to further strengthen Enzo Maresca's squad at the King Power Stadium.‌

SUNDAY MIRROR
Harry Kane prefers to join Manchester United this summer but it is Paris Saint-Germain who are threatening to hijack Bayern Munich's bid for the Tottenham striker.
Barcelona have reactivated their interest in signing Bernardo Silva - with speculative suggestions that Frenkie de Jong may be offered to Pep Guardiola's side to help facilitate the deal.

SUNDAY EXPRESS
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has agreed personal terms ahead of a move to the Saudi Pro League, according to reports.

THE SUN ON SUNDAY
AEK Athens are ready to offer Jannik Vestergaard an escape route from his Leicester City hell.
Barcelona are reportedly in talks to re-sign Manchester United prodigy Marc Jurado.
Callum Hudson-Odoi is reportedly wanted by three different Premier League clubs.
Chelsea have sent Reece James for a scan on his knee - just days before team-mates depart for a gruelling pre-season tour to the USA.

DAILY STAR SUNDAY
Everton slapped a shocking £70m price-tag on Jordan Pickford to kill Manchester United's hopes of landing their England keeper.

THE ATHLETIC
Leicester boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed the club are trying to sign Brondby goalkeeper Mads Hermansen.
Nottingham Forest's restructuring behind the scenes has led to Steve Cooper's backroom staff being strengthened with the addition of Alek Gross as the club's head of performance.

SUNDAY MAIL
Irked Arne Slot has told the Feyenoord board they have to start replacing the likes of Rangers-bound Danilo if they want to hit the heights of last season.
A member of the Dundee United coaching team had to be held back as tensions flared in the aftermath of their 1-0 defeat to Spartans in the League Cup.
Free agent Jonny Evans is reportedly on Brendan Rodgers' radar as he looks to add to the Celtic defence for the new campaign.
Former St Johnstone and Kilmarnock boss Tommy Wright is poised for his return to management with Northern Ireland's Under-21s.


West Ham are targeting a deal to take England centre-back Harry Maguire, 30, on loan from Manchester United. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 26, could be offered to Manchester City as part of a swap deal that would involve Portugal's Bernardo Silva, 28, going to Barcelona. (Mirror Online)

Bayern Munich executive Uli Hoeness believes that Tottenham Hotspur and England striker Harry Kane, 29, will move to Germany this summer. (Kicker - in German)

With Kane's future uncertain, Tottenham Hotspur are exploring a move for 22-year-old Juventus and Serbia striker Dusan Vlahovic. (Rudy Galetti)

Newcastle United have reportedly tabled an £82m bid for Napoli's 22-year-old Georgia winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. (Corriere dello Sport, via Express Online)

The Glazer family could be forced to approve a deal for Atalanta's Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund, 20, amid fears that Manchester United's value could plummet during takeover negotiations if they fail to add a new number nine to the squad. (Express Online)

Wolves are set to submit a bid worth more than £20m for Bristol City's 19-year-old English midfielder Alex Scott. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has agreed personal terms with Al-Ettifaq but there is yet to be an agreement reached between the two clubs for the English midfielder, 33. (Fabrizio Romano)

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is ready to move from Chelsea to Marseille, with the Gabon striker, 34, willing to lower his salary to make the transfer happen. (Goal France - in French)

Central defender Jonny Evans, 35, available as a free agent, is wanted by his former boss Brendan Rodgers at Celtic, with the Northern Irish pair having worked together at Leicester City. (Scottish Sun)

Leicester City are looking to take Italian midfielder Cesare Casadei, 20, on loan from Chelsea. (Sunday Telegraph)

Manchester City's Algeria winger Riyad Mahrez, 32, is wanted by Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli. (Fabrizio Romano)

Newcastle United's 26-year-old French winger Allan Saint-Maximin is also being approached for a move to Al-Ahli. (Alkass - in Arabic)

Chelsea and Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku, 30, will not now join Inter Milan - who have decided against a move - with Juventus or a club in Saudi Arabia his most likely destinations. (Fabrizio Romano)

Inter Milan have turned their attention to Arsenal's United States striker Folarin Balogun, 22, as their preferred alternative to Lukaku. (Sky Sports Italia)

Nottingham Forest's English midfielder Jonjo Shelvey, 31, is nearing a move away after he was left out of their pre-season training camp. (Athletic - subscription required)

Newly promoted Sheffield United are considering making a move for Shelvey. (Sun on Sunday)

Juventus are pursuing Barcelona's Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie, 26. (Fabrizio Romano)

Former Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater, 33, says he would like to return to the Foxes, six years after the English midfielder moved to Chelsea. (Sky Sports, via Mirror Online)