What The Sports Papers Say

Football Paper Talk: Latest football transfer talk & rumours with more on Paul Pogba.
Football
10:38 · September 16, 2018 · 2 min read

Juventus are ready to use Paulo Dybala as bait in a bid to prise Paul Pogba away from Manchester United, according to the Sunday Mirror.

SUNDAY MIRROR

Juventus are ready to use Argentine golden boy Paulo Dybala as bait in a bid to prise Paul Pogba away from Manchester United.

Manchester United have told Inter Milan they will have to trade Ivan Perisic as part of any temporary move for striker Anthony Martial.

Chelsea are among a number of clubs who have been impressed by Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic's explosive start to the season.

Chelsea are set to open talks over a new deal with defender David Luiz.

Manchester City have refused Liverpool's offer to pay for the damage inflicted on their team bus by missile-throwing fans last season.

SUNDAY EXPRESS

Manchester United are closely monitoring Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil and could make a move in the January transfer window.

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is ready to go head to head with former club Napoli to sign Italian international winger Federico Chiesa.

DAILY STAR SUNDAY

Manchester City will get a close-up view this week of two players they have been scouting - Lyon midfielders Lucas Tousart and Tanguy Ndombele.

Inter Milan are planning a renewed move to take Manchester United's Anthony Martial on loan in January.

Fabian Balbuena has ordered his new West Ham team-mates to start taking control of matches.

MAIL ON SUNDAY

David Beckham and his start-up American team Inter Miami are thought to be planning a spectacular swoop for Lionel Messi for their debut season in Major League Soccer in 2020.

SCOTTISH SUN

Nick Powell finds himself in the middle of a transfer tussle between Brighton and Scottish champions Celtic.

David Weir has revealed Mark Warburton tried to sign Rangers star Connor Goldson for Nottingham Forest.

Hearts are close to making an eighteenth summer signing after Sean Clare started training with the Jambos.

DAILY RECORD

Brendan Rodgers has insisted he doesn't fear any collusion between the two Red Bull-backed teams in Celtic's Europa League group.

Paper Talk: Monday's football transfer rumours and gossip
Football
09:22 · September 17, 2018 · 2 min read

Man United ready to fork out £98m for Serie A star while Eric Bailly could be set to leave Old Trafford, according to the back pages...

The Sun
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is ready to fork out £98m to land Inter Milan captain Mauro Icardi.
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey asked manager Unai Emery to substitute him against Newcastle out of tiredness.
Harry Kane says he is not feeling fatigued despite going four games without a goal at Tottenham.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Neymar and Kylian Mbappe have it easy at Paris Saint-Germain.
Daily Mirror
Eric Bailly could be ready to quit Manchester United in January with Arsenal and Tottenham interested.
Jose Mourinho has been labelled "extraordinary" and backed to prove his doubters wrong at Manchester United by his former Inter Milan defender Maicon.
Harry Winks is ready to play through the pain barrier to ease Tottenham's injury worries as they prepare to face Inter Milan in the Champions League.
Daily Mail
Steve Bruce has called on the Aston Villa fans to give him time after they chanted for him to be sacked during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Blackburn.
Gareth Bale says his overhead kick in the Champions League final was fuelled by anger over being left out of the starting line-up.
Daily Star
Liverpool are winning the race to sign Italian wonderkid Nicolo Barella.
Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne is hoping to return from injury in time for the Manchester derby on November 11.

Paper Talk: Tuesday's football transfer rumours from the back pages
Football
09:10 · September 18, 2018 · 2 min read

Manchester City and Raheem Sterling have reached a stalemate in contract discussions for the forward, according to the back pages.

DAILY MAIL
Ivan Gazidis is leaving Arsenal to join Italian giants AC Milan.
Fulham will offer keeper Marcus Bettinelli a new deal this month.
DAILY EXPRESS
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has declared he is not keen on the idea of having La Liga matches played abroad.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Arsenal are hoping to draw a line soon under the uncertainty surrounding chief executive Ivan Gazidis, with AC Milan now in advanced negotiations over bringing him to the San Siro.
Rio Ferdinand fears that Marcus Rashford has lost his "spark" under Jose Mourinho, saying the Manchester United manager has failed to demonstrate his faith in the young forward.
James Tarkowski has warned that Burnley could go from Europa League hopefuls to relegation battlers in the same season.
DAILY MIRROR
Marcus Rashford is set for a rare Manchester United start when Jose Mourinho's men begin their Champions League campaign.
THE SUN
Tottenham forward Heung-Min Son has emerged as a transfer target for Bayern Munich after evading military service, according to reports.
Marcelo Bielsa says it is too early to tell if long-suffering Leeds can keep up their promotion tilt.
THE TIMES
The lack of English players in the Champions League may be harming the national team's prospects of success, according to new research.
THE GUARDIAN
Manchester City and Raheem Sterling have reached a stalemate in contract discussions for the forward.
Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool's attack trumps PSG's ahead of their Champions League clash.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
John McGinn has revealed that Celtic were "tugging on the heartstrings" when he joined Aston Villa.
Ex-SFA chief George Peat has revealed a club chairman urged him 'not to help Rangers in any way' during a fixture-pile up in 2008.
DAILY RECORD
Hearts boss Craig Levein has accused former club Dundee United of almost wrecking John Souttar's career.
Celtic and Kilmarnock were among a number of clubs to have run the rule over Newcastle United pair Freddie Woodman and Sean Longstaff at the weekend.
Hibernian are closing in on the signing of former Feyenoord and Holland left-back Miquel Nelom.

Paper Talk: Wednesday's football transfer rumours from the back pages
Football
09:09 · September 19, 2018 · 2 min read

David de Gea has passed up an opportunity to commit his future to Manchester United, according to the back pages.

THE GUARDIAN
David de Gea has passed up an opportunity to commit his future to Manchester United, with the goalkeeper's deal set to expire next summer.
DAILY MIRROR
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg admits Southampton have a 'mental weakness' when it comes to hanging on to leads.
Brighton striker Glenn Murray says manager Chris Hughton gave his players the hairdryer treatment at half-time to spark their dramatic comeback in Monday's 2-2 draw at Southampton.
DAILY STAR
Arsenal staff expect American Josh Kroenke to take an active role in the running of the club following chief executive Ivan Gazidis' departure to AC Milan.
Newcastle defender Florian Lejeune is eyeing a comeback before the end of the year following a rapid recovery from a knee injury.
THE SUN
Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain are fighting to sign rising Brazil star Lucas Paqueta, according to reports.
Antonio Valencia will miss Manchester United's Champions League clash against Young boys due to fears over playing on a plastic pitch.
Brighton are looking to land FA technical director Dan Ashworth.
Mike Ashley is reportedly ready to consider lower offers for Newcastle as he pushes for a quick sale.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Ex-Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal has revealed he held talks with Rangers as the Ibrox club looked for Ally McCoist's permanent replacement.
Lee McCulloch says George Peat should name the chairman who begged him not to help Rangers during their fixture pile-up.
Kilmarnock will open talks with Scotland star Stephen O'Donnell in a bid to secure him on a bumper new contract.
New St Mirren boss Oran Kearney is lining up a swoop for Irish winger Joel Coustrain.
DAILY RECORD
Villarreal's Mexican midfielder Miguel Layun has revealed he will this week turn to Rangers loan misfits Carlos Pena and Eduardo Herrera for information about Steven Gerrard's side ahead of Thursday's Europa League showdown.

Football Paper Talk: Latest football transfer talk & rumours as Ronaldo wants to face Man Utd
Football
10:37 · September 21, 2018 · 2 min read

Jack Wilshere is unhappy about his new ankle injury and there's an interesting update on James Milner's contract situation in today's back pages.

DAILY MIRROR

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to face Manchester United despite being sent off on his Champions League debut for Juventus.
Jose Mourinho believes Memphis Depay can still realise his potential despite failing to make the grade at Old Trafford.
Manchester United have turned the corner after their early-season wobble and there is more to come, says Paul Pogba.
THE SUN

Jack Wilshere has been left fuming after a loose screw in his ankle caused another six-week lay-off.
Workers at Tottenham's new stadium had early-morning booze sessions and took drugs on site, it has been claimed.
Burnley defender Ben Gibson is out for several weeks after a hernia operation.
Former club owner Eddie Davies saved Bolton from administration four days before he died.
DAILY TELEGRAPH

Steve Bruce is considering a move for the former West Ham defender James Collins.
DAILY MAIL

Mauricio Pochettino believes the thigh injury to Hugo Lloris could have been linked to his drink-drive ban.
Pep Guardiola has put a block on a follow-up being made to the Manchester City documentary.
Liverpool are yet to open talks with James Milner over a new contract.
Kevin De Bruyne expects to be back in full training next month to be fit for the Manchester United clash in November.
DAILY STAR

Fernandinho hopes Manchester City's shock Champions League defeat to Lyon will leave them humbled.
Cristiano Ronaldo is confident of being able to face former club Manchester United in the Champions League.
THE TIMES

Ireland will join the four British associations planning a joint bid for the 2030 World Cup.
THE GUARDIAN

Wilfried Zaha has accused Manchester United of failing to give him adequate support after his £10m transfer in 2013, with the Crystal Palace forward admitting it led to depression.
DAILY RECORD

Queen's Park have claimed the SFA tried to buy Hampden off them for £1.
SCOTTISH SUN

Joe Worrall feels Rangers' draw with Villarreal can be a launchpad for the remainder of the Group G campaign against Rapid Vienna and Spartak Moscow.
Derek McInnes is confident skipper Graeme Shinnie and Gary Mackay-Steven will sign new deals.

Paper Talk: Saturday's football transfer rumours
Football
08:28 · September 22, 2018 · 2 min read

Barcelona plan to watch Paul Pogba in every game this season as they begin their full-scale assault to sign him, according to the Daily Mirror.

DAILY MIRROR

Barcelona plan to watch Paul Pogba in every game for the rest of this season as they begin their full-scale assault to sign the Manchester United midfielder next summer.

Pedro reckons unbeaten Chelsea have all the hallmarks of his old Barcelona side.

Jose Mourinho has told Manchester United's rivals that World Cup fatigue is all in the head.

Eden Hazard fully deserves to be bracketed along with Lionel Messi as one of the best players in the world, according to Pedro.

Joe Hart will get the chance to stake his claim for an England recall on Saturday.

THE SUN

Tottenham star Harry Kane's bumper new contract has team-mates demanding raises.

Barcelona are set to make another attempt to sign Manchester United star Ander Herrera.

Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is set to sign a new Lazio contract.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to become Europe's 'ugliest team to play against'.

Steven Gerrard is happy with Rangers' progress and says he would have taken the position they are in now before he started his reign.

DAILY MAIL

Manchester United are leading a move by Premier League clubs to return the transfer deadline to the end of August.

DAILY STAR

Richarlison has revealed how Brazil superstar Neymar inspired him to greatness.

DAILY EXPRESS

Cristiano Ronaldo left Real Madrid for Juventus this summer because nobody bid higher than Juventus, according to club president Florentino Perez.

THE GUARDIAN

Rafael Benítez has denied he is in a marriage of convenience with Newcastle but concedes that, although his love for the club endures, the partnership is fast approaching breaking point.

DAILY RECORD

Rangers are finally able to sell their new Hummel kits after months of legal issues.

SCOTTISH SUN

Brendan Rodgers has admitted Celtic aren't a patch on the team that won two Trebles.

Glenn Middleton has admitted being rejected by Norwich is driving him to succeed at Rangers.

Paper Talk: Monday's football transfer rumours
Football

09:48 · September 24, 2018 · 1 min read


Arsenal turned down the chance to sign Virgil van Dijk because he was "too nonchalant" according to The Sun, check out all the gossip from today's papers.

THE TIMES

Brighton are to step up their attempts to lure Dan Ashworth away from the FA to become their new director of football.

DAILY STAR

Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan believes Liverpool are the reigning champions' main Premier League title rival.

Liverpool defender Joel Matip has promised to fill the void at the back if Virgil van Dijk's injury rules him out of action.

THE SUN

Arsenal turned down the chance to sign Virgil van Dijk because he was "too nonchalant".

England U20 World Cup winner Sheyi Ojo will consider quitting the Three Lions for Nigeria.

DAILY MAIL

Europe's top club coaches, including Jose Mourinho, have asked UEFA to review the use of the away goals rule in continental competitions because scoring away from home is not as difficult as it used to be.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Jack Grealish is expected to sign a new contract with Aston Villa this week.

SCOTTISH SUN

Barry Bannan has admitted he would be devastated if he never plays for Scotland again.

Paper Talk: Tuesday September 25: football transfer rumours
Football
09:56 · September 25, 2018 · 2 min read

West Ham's 19 year old star Declan Rice is dominating the headlines, after reportedly turning down a £12,000 a week new deal. Discover more on this and the rest of Tuesday's rumours and potential future transfers.

DAILY MAIL

West Ham risk losing young star Declan Rice after he turned down their offer of a £12,000-per-week deal.
Manchester United and Manchester City will face competition from Real Madrid for Ajax talent Frenkie de Jong.
Arsenal are monitoring Rennes' Ismaila Sarr, with Inter Milan also interested in the £20m-rated winger.
Paul Ince is being lined up for the role of director of football at League Two Morecambe.
Fabio Capello has criticised Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for failing to attend FIFA's Best awards, despite both receiving nominations.
THE SUN

Real Madrid are chasing Nabil Fekir as Chelsea look set to lose out in the race for the Lyon captain.
Jose Mourinho gave Paul Pogba a dressing down after his gaffe led to Wolves' equaliser on Saturday.
Mario Gotze should quit Borussia Dortmund and join Liverpool, according to his former team-mate Kevin Grosskreutz.
THE GUARDIAN

Pablo Zabaleta has urged West Ham to prioritise securing Declan Rice to a new contract following his impressive start to the season.
THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

Dan Ashworth is expected to become the new technical director of Brighton and Hove Albion in the next few weeks, with the Premier League side confident of agreeing a compensation package.
Manchester United have stepped up their search for a new technical director, with former Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton head of recruitment Paul Mitchell high on the list of targets.
Newcastle will have a meeting this week to discuss their transfer budget as part of an effort to persuade Rafa Benitez to remain in charge.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek has suffered a blow in his bid to force his way into Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri's plans after being ruled out of the Carabao Cup clash with Liverpool through injury.
Aston Villa are to open talks with James Chester over a new contract after Jack Grealish signed a new five-year deal.
THE STAR

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley left Selhurst Park on Saturday night without uttering a word to manager Rafa Benitez before or after the game.
THE DAILY RECORD

Kilmarnock striker Kris Boyd has claimed the rest of Scottish football has got Brendan Rodgers sussed.

Football Paper Talk: Latest football transfer talk & rumours as Paul Pogba saga continues
Football
09:45 · September 26, 2018 · 2 min read

There's more on Paul Pogba's future while Gary Cahill is being chased by a Sky Bet Championship duo in today's back pages.

DAILY MAIL

Paul Pogba has told Jose Mourinho that he wants to quit Manchester United as he tries to force through a move to Barcelona.
Leicester are fighting to keep hold of transfer guru Eduardo Macia, amid interest from Manchester United, AC Milan and Aston Villa.
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has hinted 18-year-old Reiss Nelson can be part of his first-team plans next season.
Amnesty International says Qatar is not paying World Cup stadium workers, with hundreds of people owed up to £4k.
Steven Caulker is training with Wigan ahead of a potential deal with the Championship club.
TELEGRAPH

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says chairman Daniel Levy has assured him the club will be in the new stadium by Christmas.
THE TIMES

Newcastle United's former vice-president Tony Jimenez has denied Kevin Keegan's claims that he told the club not to sign Luka Modric on the grounds he was "too lightweight", and in turn claims Keegan rejected the chance to sign Karim Benzema and Daniel Sturridge.
DAILY MIRROR

Jurgen Klopp has warned Fabinho may not click at Liverpool for six months as the £40m midfielder prepares for his first start.
THE INDEPENDENT

Jurgen Klopp has warned his Liverpool squad he will have a problem with any player who does not take the EFL Cup seriously.
THE GUARDIAN

FIFA has taken initial steps towards trying to control the vast amount of money being paid out to football agents, agreeing in principle to discuss setting a limit on agents' fees.
THE SUN

Barcelona are set to make a January move for Paul Pogba after he was told by Jose Mourinho he will never captain Manchester United again.
FIFA are considering penalty shoot-outs in World Cup 2022 group games to stop draws.
Sheffield Wednesday and Aston Villa are targeting Gary Cahill in a shock swoop from Chelsea in January.
Ghana striker Richmond Boakye is wanted by Southampton as Mark Hughes eyes the former Chelsea target.
Sevilla will try and sign Brighton midfielder Davy Propper in January, according to reports.
Arsenal are preparing to make the first move in the race for Rennes wonder kid Ismaila Sarr.
DAILY RECORD

Gary McAllister has revealed the Rangers squad ignored a day off on Monday to come in for extra training.

Football Paper Talk: Latest football rumours as Southgate prepares to sign new deal
Football
09:15 · September 27, 2018 · 2 min read


Gareth Southgate's pay rise with a new England contract and the continued strained relationship between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba dominate today's stories.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Paul Pogba is determined to quit Manchester United for Barcelona, regardless of whether Jose Mourinho remains in charge or not, and he informed the club of his desire to leave seven weeks ago.
A salary increase of between £1.5m and £1.8m for England manager Gareth Southgate is expected to be approved by the FA at its board meeting on Thursday.
TIMES
Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba will be forced to keep working together with Manchester United determined that both should stay at the club.
Gareth Southgate is set to land a new four-year England contract worth at least £12m.
The sale of Wembley Stadium could collapse with the FA struggling to secure unanimous backing.
England's members of UEFA are set to back Germany over Turkey in Thursday's election of the host nation for the European Championship in 2024.
GUARDIAN
Jose Mourinho's training-ground clash with Paul Pogba occurred because the manager believed the midfielder had posted a story to Instagram in which he laughed at Manchester United's penalty shootout defeat against Derby County on Tuesday night.
DAILY MIRROR
Jose Mourinho wants to sell Paul Pogba in January and is insisting the Manchester United board back him.
Aaron Ramsey will leave Arsenal at the end of the season.
David Moyes could be in line for a shock return to football with French club Nantes.
THE SUN
Jose Mourinho expects the Manchester United board to back him completely over his public bust-up with Paul Pogba.
Juventus are expected to lead the chase the sign Paul Pogba in January, and actually discussed a deal to re-sign him last summer after landing Cristiano Ronaldo.
DAILY STAR
Manchester United want a world-record £200m fee for Paul Pogba.
DAILY MAIL
Manchester City are preparing for imminent talks with Phil Foden, 18, over a long-term contract.
Aaron Ramsey is set to leave Arsenal at the end of the season after talks over a new contract collapsed.
Shahid Khan's £600m deal to buy Wembley Stadium hangs in the balance ahead of an FA board meeting.

Football Paper Talk: Latest football rumours as Southgate prepares to sign new deal
Football
09:15 · September 27, 2018 · 2 min read


Gareth Southgate's pay rise with a new England contract and the continued strained relationship between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba dominate today's stories.

DAILY TELEGRAPH
Paul Pogba is determined to quit Manchester United for Barcelona, regardless of whether Jose Mourinho remains in charge or not, and he informed the club of his desire to leave seven weeks ago.
A salary increase of between £1.5m and £1.8m for England manager Gareth Southgate is expected to be approved by the FA at its board meeting on Thursday.
TIMES
Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba will be forced to keep working together with Manchester United determined that both should stay at the club.
Gareth Southgate is set to land a new four-year England contract worth at least £12m.
The sale of Wembley Stadium could collapse with the FA struggling to secure unanimous backing.
England's members of UEFA are set to back Germany over Turkey in Thursday's election of the host nation for the European Championship in 2024.
GUARDIAN
Jose Mourinho's training-ground clash with Paul Pogba occurred because the manager believed the midfielder had posted a story to Instagram in which he laughed at Manchester United's penalty shootout defeat against Derby County on Tuesday night.
DAILY MIRROR
Jose Mourinho wants to sell Paul Pogba in January and is insisting the Manchester United board back him.
Aaron Ramsey will leave Arsenal at the end of the season.
David Moyes could be in line for a shock return to football with French club Nantes.
THE SUN
Jose Mourinho expects the Manchester United board to back him completely over his public bust-up with Paul Pogba.
Juventus are expected to lead the chase the sign Paul Pogba in January, and actually discussed a deal to re-sign him last summer after landing Cristiano Ronaldo.
DAILY STAR
Manchester United want a world-record £200m fee for Paul Pogba.
DAILY MAIL
Manchester City are preparing for imminent talks with Phil Foden, 18, over a long-term contract.
Aaron Ramsey is set to leave Arsenal at the end of the season after talks over a new contract collapsed.
Shahid Khan's £600m deal to buy Wembley Stadium hangs in the balance ahead of an FA board meeting.

Paper Talk: Sunday's football transfer rumours and gossip from UK newspapers
Football
10:00 · September 30, 2018 · 2 min read

The Sunday Telegraph
Senior sources at Manchester United have dismissed as "nonsense" claims the club have approached Zinedine Zidane over the prospect of replacing Jose Mourinho.
The Sun on Sunday
Pep Guardiola wants to make a record £200m January bid for Kylian Mbappe.
John Terry is set to become manager of Chelsea - with the U23 team.
David Luiz has admitted he would have quit Chelsea if Antonio Conte had not been sacked.
Alvaro Morata is fighting for his place in Maurizio Sarri's long-term plans at Chelsea.
Chelsea star Eden Hazard has refused to rule out a "dream" move to Real Madrid.
Sergio Aguero is struggling to be fully fit for Manchester City's top-of-the-table clash with Liverpool next week.
Joe Gomez is being tipped to become an England cornerstone by boss Gareth Southgate.
The Mail on Sunday
Manchester United staff believe Jose Mourinho could be sacked by the end of this week.
Sunday Express
Manchester United could be stuck with Paul Pogba until the end of the season if he sets his heart on a move to Barcelona.
Chelsea are set to revive their interest in Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey.
Sunday Mirror
Paul Pogba has told Manchester United team-mates he will not back down in his battle of wills with Jose Mourinho - and is even prepared to state he no longer wishes to play for the Old Trafford manager should their conflict further escalate.
Liverpool will lead the chase for Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey after having a summer enquiry for the Wales international knocked back.
Jose Mourinho reportedly reprimanded Alexis Sanchez in front of the entire Manchester United squad before dropping him against West Ham.
Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has been watched by three Premier League giants - Manchester City, Liverpool and Tottenham.
Chelsea have joined the hunt for Eden Hazard's kid brother Ethan.
Sir Alex Ferguson has told friends he is "worried" Manchester United are in danger of becoming a circus act.

Monday October 1 Paper Talk: Sanchez future & Sane warning
Football
08:04 · October 01, 2018 · 2 min read


After a busy weekend of action, the gossip begins again on Monday, with issues at both Manchester clubs, while Newcastle hold peace talks.

THE SUN
Jose Mourinho is resigned to his fate at Manchester United - after getting a call from Zinedine Zidane.
Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester City's Leroy Sane not to lose his focus again or he'll be axed.
THE MIRROR
Alexis Sanchez has been left fuming after being axed by Jose Mourinho and his future at Manchester United is in serious doubt.
Luke Shaw has ripped into his "horrendous" Manchester United team-mates after their horror show at West Ham.
Liverpool will lead the chase for Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey after having a summer enquiry for the Wales international knocked back.
Aaron Ramsey has joined the Team Europe Ryder Cup celebrations with former Arsenal team-mate Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
DAILY MAIL
Mike Ashley will take Rafa Benitez and his winless Newcastle team out for dinner this week in an effort to build relationships after a turbulent start to the season.
DIALY TELEGRAPH
Virgil van Dijk has insisted Liverpool's players can cope with manager Jurgen Klopp's ruthless squad rotation, admitting the only alternative would be to leave the club.
Cesar Azpilicueta is hoping to be named as Chelsea's permanent captain by head coach Maurizio Sarri this week.
DAILY STAR
Jose Mourinho has finally lost patience with misfiring Manchester United striker Alexis Sanchez and will ship him out of Old Trafford as soon as he finds a buyer.
Manchester City are in no rush to sign-off on a new contract for Phil Foden, according to club insiders.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Steven Gerrard has warned Rangers to sort out their away form - or forget about a title tilt.
Robbie Neilson has emerged as the leading contender to take over at Dundee United.
Craig Gordon insists his old club Hearts are part of a genuine fight for the title.

Paper Talk: Tuesday's football transfer rumours and gossip from the back pages
Football
Sporting Life · Columnist

11:54 · October 02, 2018 · 2 min read
A look at Tuesday's back pages, including a number of stories on the current 'crisis' at Manchester United...

The Sun
Paul Pogba says he will quit Manchester United in January unless boss Jose Mourinho is gone.
Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has signed a new Lazio contract.
Jose Mourinho has told Alexis Sanchez he won't play for Manchester United again until his attitude improves.
Chelsea are leading the race to snap up Dutch teen star Sam Lautenschutz. The Volendam midfielder has also attracted interest from Manchester City, Tottenham, Leicester and Charlton, as well as Dutch giants Ajax.
Newcastle's senior stars have arranged a crisis meeting in a bid to save their season.
Daily Telegraph
Sergio Aguero looks to get away from Danny Drinkwater
Sergio Aguero looks to get away from Danny Drinkwater
Danny Drinkwater (above) is not in any rush to quit Chelsea, despite not yet featuring in manager Maurizio Sarri's plans. It is understood Drinkwater is prepared to wait until the end of the season to find the right move if it does not come up in January, having not yet even appeared on the bench.
Steve Bruce is facing two crucial games as he fights for his future, as Aston Villa prepare to appoint a new technical director.
Daily Mirror
Arsenal are among the clubs keeping tabs on Lille's exciting wide-man Nicolas Pepe. Having attracted rave reviews in France this season, the Gunners are said to be keeping close tabs on the winger. But Everton have already sent scouts to watch the Ivory Coast international, while Barcelona and Sevilla are also tracking the 23-year-old.
Daily Mail
Daniel Sturridge celebrates scoring against PSG
Daniel Sturridge celebrates scoring against PSG
Liverpool's Joe Gomez has claimed that Daniel Sturridge is one of the best strikers in the world.
Daily Express
Manchester United scouts are worried the "toxic" atmosphere at Old Trafford means players no longer want to sign for the club.
Daily Record
Leigh Griffiths celebrates a late winner for Celtic
Leigh Griffiths celebrates a late winner for Celtic
Leigh Griffiths snubbed an olive branch from Alex McLeish after accusing the Scotland manager of kicking him in the teeth.
James Tavernier insists Livingston's players celebrating in the faces of his team-mates on Sunday will light a fire under the Ibrox title challenge.
David Moyes has admitted his interest in returning home to Glasgow to manage either side of the Old Firm.
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Paper Talk: Wednesday's football transfer rumours and gossip from the back pages
Football
12:57 · October 03, 2018 · 2 min read

Tottenham to enter the race for PSG star as Ligue 1 giants eye Paul Pogba, according to Wednesday's newspapers.

Daily Mirror
Danny Welbeck is set to follow Aaron Ramsey out of Arsenal on a free transfer next summer with no new deal in sight.
Tottenham are ready to enter the bidding for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot in January.
Hector Bellerin has praised Danny Rose (below) for speaking out over mental health issues.
Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde has admitted his side must nullify Harry Kane to stop the rot.
Aston Villa fans threw a cabbage at Steve Bruce with the beleaguered boss under increasing pressure following a dramatic draw at home to Preston.
Danny Rose looks to get away from Romelu Lukaku on his return to the Tottenham first team
Danny Rose
The Sun
Paul Pogba is being lined up for a mega-money move by PSG as his Manchester United career lies in tatters.
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde refused to rule out a January move for Paul Pogba.
Ilkay Gundogan is a doubt for Manchester City's top-of-the-table clash against Liverpool with a hamstring injury.
Mason Greenwood has signed his first professional contract with Manchester United.
Daily Telegraph
Barcelona have projected a wage bill of £563m for this season, which - along with profits of just £10m - leaves no room in the budget for an outlay on Paul Pogba, given the likely £133m transfer fee and major salary contract.
Jadon Sancho is expected to be included in the England Under-21 squad for the first time this week as a reward for the impressive start to his career at Borussia Dortmund.
Daily Mail
Jose Mourinho's week went from bad to worse (left), West Ham celebrations (right)
West Ham (right) convincingly beat Manchester United last week
A dressing room rant by a furious Mark Noble has emerged as a factor behind the West Ham revival.
The Times
The FA has recruited a group of black and ethnic minority coaches to work with the senior England squad and the under-21s, fulfilling a commitment to increase the diversity of the coaching set-up.

Friday 5 October Paper Talk: Unai Emery targeting Banega
Football
07:42 · October 05, 2018 · 2 min read


Unai Emery's Arsenal shopping list, Manchester City's team bus, and the continuing Jose Mourinho saga are all covered in today's Paper Talk.

THE SUN
Jose Mourinho's time at Manchester United is almost up after he lost the support of senior boardroom figures, and he could be sacked if they lose to Newcastle on Saturday.
Newcastle owner Mike Ashley promised not to sell the club and to take the players on holiday during his meal with them and Rafa Benitez this week.
Shamed former Australia captain Steve Smith is lining up a return to cricket in the Pakistan Super League.
DAILY EXPRESS
Conor McGregor has revealed he suffered an injury ahead of his title fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov when his sparring partner's tooth embedded in his finger.
Jose Mourinho on United's pre-season tour of America
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United face Newcastle United on Saturday evening
DAILY MAIL
Jose Mourinho retains the backing of Manchester United's owners, but the next seven matches will be key to deciding his future.
Aston Villa want to make a statement by appointing a big name to replace Steve Bruce as manager, and have lined up Arsenal legend Thierry Henry to take the reins.
Manchester City have kitted out their team bus with state-of-the-art surveillance equipment in preparation for their visit to Anfield - the first time they have returned since it was attacked last season.
Manuel Pellegrini has paid tribute to Marko Arnautovic for keeping his 'difficult character' in check and helping West Ham climb the league.
Patrick Reed says he would have been able to match the exploits of Tommy Fleetwood and Francesco Molinari at the Ryder Cup - if he had been paired with Jordan Spieth.
Marko Arnautovic celebrates after scoring the third goal
Marko Arnautovic has been praised by his manager
DAILY MIRROR
A growing number of Manchester United players have lost faith in Jose Mourinho and are convinced he is set to leave Old Trafford.
Unai Emery is targeting Ever Banega, the midfielder who he worked with at Sevilla, as a replacement for Aaron Ramsey, who is set to leave the club.
Manchester City are eyeing a move for Swansea youngster Joe Rodon, but the youngster is set to be offered a new deal by the Welsh side.
Hugo Lloris
Hugo Lloris
DAILY RECORD
The SPFL will have to fork out a hefty amount of compensation to Hampden Park bosses after they backtracked on their decision to host both Scottish League Cup semi-finals at the ground.
Aston Villa are plotting a January move for Aberdeen defender Scott McKenna, who they bid £6.5m for in the summer.
Celtic legend Henrik Larsson is back in football - working for free as an assistant at Swedish minnows Angelholm.
THE GUARDIAN
Hugo Lloris insists his off-field issues, including being charged with drink-driving, were not responsible for his mistake against Barcelona.

Sunday October 7 Paper Talk:
Football3:14 · October 07, 2018 · 2 min read


Aston Villa in hunt for Thierry Henry to take charge and Zinedine Zidane remains in standby despite Man United's dramatic win over Newcastle.

SUNDAY MIRROR
Zinedine Zidane has been put on standby for the Manchester United job and told to reject all other offers.
Arsenal and Tottenham are tracking Ipswich wonder-kid Andre Dozzell.
Marouane Fellaini revealed Jose Mourinho's motivational half-time team talk sparked Manchester United's dramatic comeback against Newcastle.
Bayern Munich manager Niko Kovac is already fighting for his job, according to reports.
Jurgen Klopp has welcomed Kevin De Bruyne's return to fitness saying: "We want to beat the best."
Aaron Ramsey will have big clubs queuing up to buy him in January, predicts his Wales boss Ryan Giggs.
Kyle Walker has revealed he would rather face Mo Salah all day long than play against his worst "nightmare", Sergio Aguero.
Kepa Arrizabalaga says David de Gea is partly to thank for his impressive start to life at Chelsea.
Gareth Southgate has backed Raheem Sterling to come good for England.

THE MAIL ON SUNDAY
Aston Villa have spoken to Thierry Henry as the club closes in on appointing him as their new manager.
Rangers full-back James Tavernier is a January target for Brighton.
Manchester City have improved since last season, Vincent Kompany has warned Liverpool.
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has warned his club against sacking Julen Lopetegui even after the team sank to a third defeat in four games by losing 1-0 at Alaves on Saturday.
Sale wing Marland Yarde could be out for six months or longer after he suffered a horrific injury against Newcastle Falcons.
Australia legend George Smith is set to extend his short-term contract with Bristol beyond December.
THE SUN ON SUNDAY
Tottenham's Mousa Dembele will not be holding talks with the club about a new deal.
Leicester are eyeing a January move for Liverpool's Nathaniel Clyne.
Bournemouth are planning a new raid on Brentford for defender Chris Mepham.
Aston Villa's owners want to talk to Thierry Henry about him becoming their new boss.
Harry Kane is renting a new 15,000-per-week mansion after netting his new contract.
David Wagner wants Brentford's Neal Maupay to fire Huddersfield to Premier League safety.
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
Arsenal defender Sokratis has praised head coach Unai Emery for his tactical flexibility after lining up with a back three at Qarabag for the first time this season.
Thierry Henry is the early favourite to take over at Aston Villa after initial talks with the club.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
John Souttar and Lee Wallace are January signing targets for Wigan.
Rangers boss Steven Gerrard doesn't rule out an England call-up for James Tavernier if his good form continues.
Rangers star Ryan Kent has hailed the Ibrox atmosphere and admits he'd consider a permanent move to Glasgow.
SUNDAY MAIL
Brendan Rodgers insists that crocked Celtic skipper Scott Brown is simply irreplaceable for his side.

Tuesday October 9 Paper Talk: Man Utd target Granqvist
Football
08:12 · October 09, 2018 · 2 min read


Manchester United are in talks to sign Sweden's World Cup hero Andreas Granqvist according to The Sun, check out all today's back-page gossip.

THE SUN

Marcus Rashford has been left bemused by Jose Mourinho's claim he cannot handle the pressure at Manchester United.

Jadon Sancho could cost Premier League clubs at least £100m next summer.

Manchester United are in talks to sign Sweden's World Cup hero Andreas Granqvist.

Crystal Palace are tracking Den Haag defender Wilfried Kanon with a potential January bid lined up.

Andreas Granqvist scores for Sweden
Andreas Granqvist - heading to Old Trafford?
DAILY TELEGRAPH

Liverpool expect James Milner to return from a hamstring injury within a month.

Wayne Rooney says more English youngsters could follow Jadon Sancho's lead and take a chance abroad.

THE GUARDIAN

James Tavernier is wanted by Brighton, who were linked with the Rangers full-back during the summer.

Brighton manager Chris Hughton is hopeful of bringing Celtic's Callum McGregor to the Amex Stadium in January for £10m.

West Brom are plotting a club record £20m move for Blackburn Rovers playmaker Bradley Dack in the January window.

Bradley Dack celebrates the first of his two goals for Blackburn against Peterborough
Bradley Dack - set for huge January move?
DAILY MIRROR

Tottenham fear they could be without Jan Vertonghen for more than two months.

Manchester City, Tottenham and Southampton are keeping tabs on Sunderland's Josh Maja.

DAILY STAR

Manchester United and Tottenham are ready to do battle for Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake.

West Ham have made a take-it-or-leave it final contract offer to rising star Declan Rice.

Liverpool are favourites to sign Aaron Ramsey amid 'flurry of bets' on transfer.

SCOTTISH SUN

Celtic star Leigh Griffiths vows he has not turned his back on Scotland after pulling out of Alex McLeish's squad.

Paper Talk: Thursday's football transfer rumours and gossip from the back pages
Football
08:45 · October 11, 2018 · 2 min read


Daily Mail
Juventus have entered the chase to sign Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey.
The FA have warned that they face a £72m bill for upgrades to Wembley if they do not sell to Fulham owner Shahid Khan.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek could represent England U21s again and is at the centre of a discussion over which senior players will be considered for Euro 2019.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for England
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action for England
Daily Telegraph
Jose Mourinho may consider it a small price to pay in the circumstances but Anthony Martial's crucial goal against Newcastle came at a cost of more than £8.7m to Manchester United.
Javi Gracia is poised to sign a new three-year, long-term contract as Watford head coach.
The Sun
Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey and Shkodran Mustafi prior to their Premier League fixture with Watford
Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey and Shkodran Mustafi prior to their Premier League fixture with Watford
Arsenal are bracing themselves for cut-price bids from Manchester United and Liverpool for Aaron Ramsey in January.
Chelsea could get one over Manchester United by making a swoop for AC Milan defender Alessio Romagnoli.
Daily Star
Tottenham have joined bitter rivals Arsenal in the race to sign Manchester United outcast Eric Bailly.
The Times
Adam Lallana in action for Liverpool
Adam Lallana in action for Liverpool
Adam Lallana will be available for Liverpool's trip to Huddersfield Town after the international break as the midfielder looks to relaunch his season.
Daily Mirror
The UEFA Super Cup could be played outside of Europe as top clubs believe big money could be made by taking the final global.
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Saturday's football transfer rumours and gossip from the back pages
Football
10:52 · October 13, 2018 · 2 min read

Newcastle are considering a move for Brendan Rodgers if Rafa Benitez can't halt their slide, according to the Daily Mirror.

DAILY MIRROR

Newcastle are considering a move for Brendan Rodgers if Rafa Benitez can't halt their slide.

West Ham are considering a January transfer window move for Chelsea defender Gary Cahill.

The pressure is beginning to grow on Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic with club chiefs concerned over the amount of goals being conceded.

PSG want to give Arsene Wenger his first full-time job since leaving Arsenal - by making him their general manager.

David Wagner insists he will not quit Huddersfield to return to Germany, saying the Terriers are too important to him.

David Wagner: Is time up for Huddersfield in the Premier League this season?
David Wagner: Won't quit Huddersfield
THE SUN

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is chasing Italian teen-sensation Sandro Tonali - and will blow Serie A's giants out of the water with a £20m offer.

Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic was left "flattered" after being watched by Jose Mourinho.

Manchester United are poised to pip Liverpool and Everton for the signing of Norwegian prodigy Isak Hansen-Aaroen.

Manchester City outcast Oleksandr Zinchenko is open to joining Napoli in January.

DAILY STAR

Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for Napoli star Piotr Zielinski but Juventus are also in the running to sign the player.

Piotr Zielinski - target for Liverpool
Piotr Zielinski - target for Liverpool
DAILY TELEGRAPH

The proposed sale of Wembley would result in the Football Association investing just £46m a year in the grass-roots game as the governing body plans to stagger payments over two decades.

A no-deal Brexit threatens to have an immediate impact on next year's Randox Health Grand National with Irish runners potentially barred from returning home after taking part in the race.

DAILY RECORD

Andy Robertson has admitted shoehorning Kieran Tierney and himself into the Scotland side has left both struggling in new roles.

Ally McCoist has branded the decision to withdraw Paul Gascoigne's nomination to the Hall of Fame an embarrassment.

Paper Talk: Monday's football transfer rumours from the back pages
Football
06:45 · October 15, 2018 · 2 min read


Paris Saint-Germain are ready to swoop on David de Gea as he stalls on a new Manchester United contract, according to the back pages.

DAILY MAIL
Paris Saint-Germain are ready to swoop on David de Gea as he stalls on a new Manchester United contract.
Ex-Manchester United youth Ravel Morrison's future is in limbo at Serie A side Lazio.
Tottenham are waiting on news of midfielder Victor Wanyama after he limped off late in Kenya's 3-0 win over Ethiopia with an apparent hamstring issue.
THE MIRROR
Fulham are weighing up a January move for AC Milan's Mateo Musacchio to solve their defensive woes.
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Leon Bailey failed to make his much-awaited Jamaica debut on Sunday after a row over their failure to select his brother Kyle Butler.
THE SUN
Fernando Hierro believes England are on track to live Spain's glory days.
Mousa Dembele is ready to run down his contract at Tottenham and move to China next summer.
THE TELEGRAPH
Ben Chilwell is ready to prove himself 'against the best players in the world' as England prepare to face Spain.
Raheem Sterling is confident of ending his England goal drought ahead of UEFA Nations League test with Spain.
Gareth Southgate has confirmed Jadon Sancho will feature against Spain after his impressive debut cameo.
THE GUARDIAN
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's agent Mino Raiola insists he has not had any contact with AC Milan over a return to the club.
THE TIMES
Britain's Jack Draper continued his fine run of form with a third ITF Pro Circuit Futures title in five weeks, this time in Nigeria thanks to a 6-3 6-4 win over Frenchman Tom Jomby.
DAILY RECORD
Partick Thistle are closing on the appointment of Gary Caldwell as their new manager.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Barry Ferguson is set to make a shock return to club management in Scotland's Lowland League with Kelty Hearts.

Paper Talk: Wednesday's football transfer rumours and gossip as Real Madrid target Raheem Sterling
Football
09:32 · October 17, 2018 · 3 min read


A first look at the pick of Wednesday's back pages.

Daily Mail
Real Madrid are set to intensify their interest in Raheem Sterling following the England star's super show in Seville.
Paul Scholes claims Manchester United have sunk so low that even Lionel Messi would struggle at Old Trafford under Jose Mourinho.
Celtic have rubbished reports that Daniel Arzani is heading back to Manchester City before the end of his loan spell.
American investors are lining up a £300m bid for Newcastle but a prospective deal could collapse amid relegation fears.
Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring for England
Raheem Sterling: Scores twice v Spain, linked with Real Madrid
Daily Express
Raheem Sterling's sparkling display for England has strengthened his hand in contract negotiations with Manchester City amid continuing interest from Real Madrid.
Jose Mourinho is set to be in the technical area for Manchester United's visit to Chelsea despite being charged by the FA.
Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck has revealed he will do all he can to ensure Eden Hazard extends his stay at Stamford Bridge.
Krzysztof Piątek's agent has confirmed they are yet to receive a formal offer for the Polish international striker amid rumoured interest from Chelsea.
Eden Hazard in action v Liverpool
Eden Hazard: The Belgian has made no secret of his dreams to play for Real Madrid
The Sun
Everton have joined the race for Aaron Ramsey and could offer up to £150k a week for the Arsenal midfielder.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is ready to step up his pursuit of £80m Ajax star Frenkie De Jong.
Bournemouth are planning contract talks with Scottish sensation Ryan Fraser.
Angel Di Maria could be open to a return to the Premier League. After departing Manchester United for Paris Saint-Germain in 2015, the 30-year-old midfielder is said to be ready to leave Ligue 1 at the end of his contract next season, with negotiations with foreign clubs a possibility in January.
Daily Star
Jose Mourinho has demanded Manchester United sort new contracts for Juan Mata and Ander Herrera.
Premier League free agents 2019: Including David De Gea, Toby Alderweireld and Aaron Ramsey

Juan Mata
Juan Mata: Out of contract next summer
The Telegraph
Tottenham have joined the race for former Chelsea defender Nathan Ake. Spurs are looking to reinforce their defensive options, with 23-year-old Ake being targeted as a potential prospect. The Bournemouth player is also said to have attracted interest from Manchester United, but any move next summer hinges on Chelsea, who reportedly have first say whether to bring the Dutchman back to Stamford Bridge.
Evening Standard
Manchester United are turning their attentions to David de Gea in a bid to keep the goalkeeper at Old Trafford for the long term. The club are expected to trigger a 12-month option on the 27-year-old's contract, meaning he would stay at the Red Devils until at least 2020, but it remains to be seen whether he will commit to a deal.
Marcos Alonso is near to completing a contract extension at Chelsea. The 27-year-old defender has impressed at Stamford Bridge under both former coach Antonio Conte and now in Maurizio Sarri's set-up, with a deal set be finalised in the next few days.
The Scottish Sun
Former Ross County manager Jim McIntyre is the front-runner to replace Neil McCann at Dundee.
Northern Ireland chiefs have blocked Kyle Lafferty from playing for Rangers at Hamilton on Sunday.

Paper Talk: Thursday's football transfer rumours
Football
08:07 · October 18, 2018 · 2 min read

Juventus want Marcus Rashford while Eden Hazard set to sign a new Chelsea contract - get all the back-page gossip from today's newspapers.

THE SUN

Juventus are ready to make a £65m offer for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford.

Barcelona want Roberto Firmino to replace Luis Suarez and have started plotting a Philippe Coutinho-style operation to get him.

Luke Shaw's new £50m deal at Manchester United has been given the green light from Jose Mourinho.

Manchester United and Liverpool are tracking PSV's Steven Bergwijn.

Bundesliga clubs are plotting a mega-raid on the Premier League's talented youth after the success of Jadon Sancho and Reiss Nelson.

Neymar wants a Barcelona return just over one year after his controversial £198m transfer to PSG.

Marcus Rashford and Isco battle for the ball
Marcus Rashford - target for Juventus
DAILY MIRROR

West Ham are eyeing up an audacious January swoop for Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud.

Olivier Giroud: The Frenchman is yet to score for Chelsea this season
Olivier Giroud - January target for West Ham
DAILY MAIL

Martin O'Neill has attempted to save his job as Republic of Ireland boss by declaring he will lead the country to the finals of Euro 2020.

DAILY STAR

Kevin De Bruyne is in line to make his first start of the season for Manchester City against Burnley on Saturday.

DAILY EXPRESS

Eden Hazard is ready to accept Chelsea's £300k-a-week contract offer and commit his long-term future to the Blues.

Liverpool have reportedly entered talks to sign Hoffenheim midfielder and Germany international Kerem Demirbay.

Eden Hazard in Chelsea action against Southampton
Eden Hazard - set to sign new Chelsea deal
DAILY TELEGRAPH

Liverpool are poised for an influx of Red Star Belgrade supporters next week, despite Uefa's ban on the club's travelling fans.

Football Paper Talk: Latest football transfer talk & rumours as Man City target £40m swoop
Football
10:18 · October 21, 2018 · 3 min read

City eye £40m Ake, Hazard set to make Premier League history and Conte heading to Real Madrid. All in today's newspapers.

THE SUN ON SUNDAY

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will weigh up a £40m bid for Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake in January.

Chelsea are desperate to secure N'Golo Kante to a new contract with Real Madrid ready to make an offer for the France midfielder.

Celtic have placed a £9m price tag on Brendan Rodgers, giving Leicester City and Newcastle a headache as they ponder possible managerial changes.

Brighton are ready to make a £10m move for Chelsea youngster Reece James, who has impressed since joining Wigan on loan over the summer.

Sporting Kansas City striker Daniel Salloi hopes his agent will be able to find a Championship club for him in January.

Nathan Ake
Nathan Ake - £40m January target for Manchester City?
Middlesbrough could benefit if Everton opt to allow Kieran Dowell to make a loan move in January.

Stoke City will only ask for a small fee if anyone wants to take Charlie Adam off their hands in January - he is out of contract next summer.

Maria Sharapova and Nike are poised to bring an end to the sponsorship deal which initially made her one of the world's highest-paid sportswomen.

SUNDAY MIRROR

Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman is preparing a sensational £4bn bid to buy Manchester United.

Manchester United have gagged their match-day ambassadors from criticising Jose Mourinho.

Manchester City are refusing to blink over Raheem Sterling's contract demands - increasing fears the England winger will leave next summer.

Bill Kenwright wants to bring together billionaires Farhad Moshiri and Alister Usmanov at Everton.

Premier League scouts are flocking to Germany to watch former Rangers defender David Bates, now plying his trade with 2.Bundesliga side Hamburg.

Arsenal are leading the chase to sign exciting Ipswich teenager Dylan Crowe.

Newcastle and West Ham are keeping tabs on Aston Villa youngster Mitchell Clark, who is currently on loan with Port Vale.

Raheem Sterling is congratulated after scoring
Raheem Sterling - no headway on contract talks
MAIL ON SUNDAY

Tottenham have extended their stadium loan to £500m to cover the rising costs of the delayed construction.

SUNDAY EXPRESS

Chelsea are set to make Eden Hazard the highest-paid player in the Premier League after he signalled that he is ready to end his career at Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal are lining up a loan move for Barcelona flop Malcom in January.

Manchester City have been told that Frenkie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt want to play for the same team and are now pondering a double move for the Ajax youngsters.

Tottenham are lining up a shock move for Blackburn midfielder Bradley Dack after impressive scouting reports.

Real Madrid are ready to turn their long-term interest in Raheem Sterling into a concrete January offer for the Manchester United and England forward.

Eden Hazard
Eden Hazard - set for bumper new pay deal
DAILY STAR SUNDAY

Fiorentina defender Nikola Milenkovic has emerged as Manchester United's top Serbian target - ahead of Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.

Antonio Conte has edged a step closer to becoming the new Real Madrid manager.

HMRC have expanded their probe into football with nearly 200 players coming under investigation after UK tax authorities consulted with their compatriots in Spain.

SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

Former culture secretary Andy Burnham has warned that grassroots football is in danger of "decay" because of deep spending cuts in local government.

DAILY RECORD

Scott Brown has been rated a major doubt for Celtic's Europa League crunch with RP Leipzig on Thursday after limping off in the 4-2 win over Hibernian.

SCOTTISH SUN

Scott Brown and Leigh Griffiths are both in a fitness fight to make Celtic's Euro tie against RB Leipzig.

Paper Talk: Monday's football transfer rumours and gossip from UK newspapers
Football
08:20 · October 22, 2018 · 2 min read


Two leading managers fighting for their jobs and German giants target three English wonderkids - all in today's newspapers.

DAILY MIRROR

Slavisa Jokanovic has two games to save his job at Fulham.

Rafa Benitez admits time is running out for him at Newcastle.

Mauricio Pochettino has warned his Spurs players to forget winning the title if they can't beat PSV in Wednesday's Champions League showdown.

German giants Borussia Dortmund have identified the next three English wonderkids they want to take to the Bundesliga - Bobby Duncan, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Phil Foden.

Slavisa Jokanovic will be hoping to lead Fulham to the Premier League
Slavisa Jokanovic - fighting to save job at Fulham
DAILY TELEGRAPH

Eden Hazard has suffered an injury scare after hurting his back in Chelsea's draw with Manchester United.

Jose Mourinho faces an anxious wait to find out whether or not the Football Association will charge him for his furious reaction to the goading of Chelsea coach Marco Ianni.

Sir Dave Richards, the former Premier League chairman who helped derail the £600m Wembley sale, has blamed local authorities for the crisis in grass-roots facilities.

DAILY MAIL

Jose Mourinho is to launch an internal investigation into how Manchester United's line-up was leaked ahead of Saturday's clash with Chelsea.

West Ham fear winger Andriy Yarmolenko could be out for six months with a ruptured Achilles tendon.

THE GUARDIAN

Chelsea and Manchester United are expected to be let off with a warning and reminded of their future conduct by the Football Association following the chaotic scenes that marked the closing stages of their 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

Tempers boil over with Jose Mourinho (centre) in Chelsea v Manchester United
Tempers boil over with Jose Mourinho (centre) in Chelsea v Manchester United
SCOTTISH SUN

Former Aston Villa forward Gabby Agbonlahor has ruled out a move to Scotland - unless it's to Celtic or Rangers.

Ronny Deila says he will return to Celtic to celebrate if Brendan Rodgers' side win 10-in-a-row.