What The Sports Pages Say

Monday's Newspapers:
25th January 2021


daily telegraph
Jesse Lingard is waiting to discover if Manchester United's board will sanction a loan move after manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reluctantly agreed to the England midfielder's request for a transfer before the close of the window at the start of next month.
Liverpool are winning the race for Derby County forward Kaide Gordon in a deal worth more than £1m for the teenager.
West Bromwich Albion face a battle to land Andy Carroll from Newcastle and reunite Sam Allardyce with the striker.

West Ham are carefully considering their option to sign a striker to replace Sebastien Haller and may even wait until the summer to sign their long-term target Jonas Wind of FC Copenhagen.

Billy Gilmour has Premier League clubs waiting to see if Frank Lampard will consider him for a six-month loan.
Ahmed Musa will join up with West Bromwich Albion on Monday as Sam Allardyce considers a surprise return to the Premier League for the former Leicester forward.
Newcastle United are set to confirm the appointment of Graeme Jones as a coach under Steve Bruce this week in a show of faith to their under-fire manager.
A leading specialist on concussion in sport has called for cricket to consider banning bouncers for all U18 players to prevent long-term brain damage.


the sun
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is set to have a scan on the knee injury that forced him off during the 3-2 win over Liverpool.
Jack Wilshere is 'happy' former team-mate Mesut Ozil has secured an exit from Arsenal.
Chelsea loanee Fikayo Tomori has revealed how a conversation with legendary defender Paolo Maldini convinced him to join AC Milan.


daily mail
The FA are to add guidance to their protocol after scouts were left infuriated this weekend when they were not allowed into FA Cup matches - while the organisation itself allowed England analysis staff to attend.
Glenn Hoddle believes James Maddison will force his way into Gareth Southgate's England squad for this summer's European Championships if he keeps up his current run of form.

Barcelona head coach Ronald Koeman believes new signings are crucial to improve his struggling side in the January transfer window but worries the club are not in the right 'economic situation' to splash the cash.

Manchester United's Jesse Lingard is wanted by West Ham as he considers his future.
Covid clauses in player contracts are now common at EFL clubs keen to protect themselves against financial issues.


the times
Arsenal have agreed to pay Real Madrid a £1.8m loan fee for Martin Odegaard plus his wage of £38,000 a week, which would make the total outlay about £2.5m until the end of May.

The crisis in the National League has prompted the government to tell struggling clubs that they can bypass league chiefs and apply directly for grants.



daily mirror
Burnley remain keen on Nottingham Forest skipper Joe Worrall but may keep their transfer cash until the summer.
Wolves' new striker Willian Jose has already set his sights on climbing the Premier League despite facing a likely wait for his debut.


daily star
Facundo Pellistri is impressing at Old Trafford since his summer switch from Penarol but the Uruguayan may now be loaned out to ensure he earns first-team minutes to aid his development.
Jens Lehmann says Germany would welcome back Jurgen Klopp with open arms.


daily record
Rangers are expected to confirm the pre-contract signing of Aberdeen's Scott Wright.

Scott Robinson has begged the SFA to let David Martindale finish the job he's started after heading Livingston into the Betfred Cup Final.



scottish sun
St Johnstone are set to sign Rangers winger Glenn Middleton.
Dundee United sporting director Tony Asghar has blasted the Scottish Government for failing to help clubs caught up in a Covid cash crisis.

Tuesday's Newspapers:
26th January 2021


daily star
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made up his mind over Jesse Lingard, with four Premier League clubs interested in the playmaker.
Jose Mourinho opted to sign Victor Lindelof over Virgil van Dijk while at Manchester United.
Records show that Barcelona owe 19 clubs money for transfers, with £29m still to be paid to Liverpool for Philippe Coutinho.
David Moyes claims West Ham need up to four transfer windows to realistically challenge the Premier League big boys.


the times
The crisis in the National League has prompted the government to tell struggling clubs that they can bypass league chiefs and apply directly for grants.


the sun
Frank Lampard was summoned to a breakfast time sacking - after Roman Abramovich decided the former Chelsea midfielder's reign could not be rescued.
Thomas Tuchel will become Chelsea's new boss under orders to make them title contenders this season.


daily mirror
Liverpool are closing in on signing Derby County wonderkid Kaide Gordon who has been compared to Mohamed Salah and Mason Greenwood.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp continues to covet David Alaba and has urged Anfield chiefs to keep pace in the race for the Bayern Munich star.
Chelsea have reportedly been in contact with Dayot Upamecano over a potential move for the sought-after RB Leipzig defender.
Allan Saint-Maximin has backed under-fire Steve Bruce - but ordered a change in "mentality" to attack.
Thiago Silva may wish he had not spoken out on Thomas Tuchel's sacking by Paris Saint-Germain when the German is appointed Chelsea manager.
Mikel Arteta has told his players they can still force their way into a European spot this season.
Shkodran Mustafi is reportedly in discussions with Arsenal over the possibility of terminating his contract with the club early.


daily mail
Paris Saint-Germain are about to offer Germany playmaker Julian Draxler to Arsenal in a surprise exchange bid for midfield misfit Matteo Guendouzi, according to reports.
Wayne Rooney will defer a portion of his £90,000-a-week wages to help Derby through their cash crisis.
Mesut Ozil watched his first game as a Fenerbahce player from the stands on Monday as his new team beat visitors Kayserispor 3-0.
West Ham have reportedly been placed on red alert with RB Leipzig striker Hwang Hee-Chan set for a Premier League loan move this month.
Edin Dzeko trained alone at Roma on Monday as he looks set to leave the club before the closure of the transfer window.
Juventus have identified Bayern Munich duo Corentin Tolisso and Joshua Zirkzee as potential 2021 new signings in a bid to boost their underperforming squad.


daily express
Hibernian star Stevie Mallan is a shock target for Turkish side Yeni Malatyaspor.


daily record
Millwall are keen on Hibernian defender Ryan Porteous.


scottish sun
Frank Lampard has instantly become a front-runner for the Celtic job following his sacking by Chelsea.
Millwall have been priced out of a move for Aberdeen hitman Sam Cosgrove.
Ross County boss John Hughes expects to sign Jordan White from Motherwell.

Wednesday's Newspapers:
27th January 2021



daily telegraph
Tottenham's Dele Alli has sat out training for the last two days as attempts to negotiate a loan move to PSG intensify ahead of the transfer window's close on Monday.
Thomas Tuchel must convince N'Golo Kante his future remains at Chelsea in what presents one of the most pressing immediate challenges for the club's new head coach.
While Newcastle may be losing their fight for Manchester United's Jesse Lingard, they are in a good position to make a move for Leicester midfielder Hamza Choudhury.
Boris Johnson is increasingly likely to ban gambling firm sponsors on football shirts by the autumn amid rising unease in Government over betting addiction.


the sun
Manchester United are eyeing a move for Hoffenheim midfielder Christoph Baumgartner.
Borussia Dortmund will reportedly consider offloading Manchester United transfer priority Jadon Sancho but not Chelsea target Erling Haaland.


daily mirror
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is preparing to unleash Amad Diallo - and training footage has emerged hinting at what the teenager will bring to Manchester United.
Leicester are plotting to finally land Burnley defender James Tarkowski this summer.
Santi Cazorla has opened the door to an Arsenal return as a coach under the management of Mikel Arteta.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has warned that Liverpool must not overthink the issues behind their devastating collapse in form.
Daniel James could leave Manchester United this transfer window following the arrival of Amad Diallo.


daily mail
Raul Jimenez is poised to make a remarkable return to action this season despite suffering a fractured skull that could have put his career in jeopardy.
The Football Association expect to have the shortlist of candidates for their vacant chairmanship position finalised this week.


daily express
Tottenham are interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain forward Angel Di Maria at the end of the season, according to reports.
Thomas Tuchel's appointment at Chelsea could cost Manchester United and Liverpool in their bid to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano.


the times
Everton are interested in 19-year-old Bayern Munich forward Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutch U21 international would prefer a move to Goodison Park rather than Parma who have also shown an interest.


the guardian
PSG are pushing to sign Dele Alli on loan and talks are progressing well but Tottenham have said they do not want to let the midfielder go without finding a replacement.


the independent
UEFA are still aiming for a full 12-venue Euro 2020, even if crowds are at a mere 25 per cent, although there is an acceptance that some venues may drop out.


daily star
Chelsea are set to abandon their interest in West Ham's Declan Rice following Frank Lampard's sacking at Stamford Bridge.


scottish sun
Jack Ross has revealed Stevie Mallan is staying at Hibernian - after his planned move to Turkey stalled.


daily record
Derek McInnes has told Rangers they will not be getting Scott Wright on the cheap as he issued a warning to all of the Aberdeen stars' suitors.

Thursday's Newspapers:
28th January 2021


daily mail
Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour has asked to go on loan as he looks to cement his place in Scotland's European Championship squad.
Sergio Ramos's contract renewal talks with Real Madrid have reportedly come to a halt with the club captain's deal set to run out at the end of the season.
Everton winger Yannick Bolasie is set to join Middlesbrough after Neil Warnock confirmed a deal was close to being completed.
Chelsea could lose another coach this week after Fleetwood Town shortlisted highly-rated Anthony Barry to succeed Joey Barton as manager.


daily mirror
David Moyes will sign a new long-term contract at West Ham in the summer.
Arsenal are reportedly looking to muscle in on a move for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia.


daily telegraph
The Government has come under pressure from MPs to impose sanctions on Roman Abramovich and Alisher Usmanov after detained Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny called for action against them.


the times
Germany hope to win their battle with England for Bayern Munich's 17-year-old midfielder Jamal Musiala by picking him for their senior squad in March.
Eric García has told Barcelona that he is willing to play for them for free if it helps speed up his transfer from Manchester City to the Nou Camp.


the sun
Arsenal will have to play their Europa League ties with Benfica on neutral territory or see their entire squad locked away in quarantine for 10 days.
Manchester United will not 'aggressively' try to sign Sergio Ramos from Real Madrid due to a special 'Covid pact' between Europe's elite.
Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has praised his Norwegian compatriot Martin Odegaard's loan move to Arsenal and urged Mikel Arteta to give him regular minutes.
Chelsea have been given a boost in their pursuit of departing Bayern Munich star David Alaba, thanks to the arrival of Thomas Tuchel.
Tottenham could duel Lazio for Napoli centre-back Nikola Maksimovic.
Bacary Sagna claims Leicester made him a 'disrespectful' offer when he left Manchester City in 2017.
Wigan are a takeover target for a mystery Bahrain group who want to save them from their current crisis.


daily express
Arsenal are in talks with Monaco over a loan move for Lucas Torreira.


daily star
Manchester United are set to sign Thiago Almada in the summer after agreeing with the player and Velez Sarsfield.


daily record
Aberdeen are set to apply for a Government crisis loan as fears grow that fans may not be back inside Scottish football grounds by the start of next season.


scottish sun
Celtic boss Neil Lennon is planning to talk to Peter Lawwell over some late transfer additions after Jeremie Frimpong's Bayer Leverkusen switch.
Sunderland have made a move for Ross County star Ross Stewart.

Friday's Newspapers:
29th January 2021


daily mail
Serge Aurier reportedly stormed out of the stadium last night after being substituted at half-time by Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho.
UEFA could stage this summer's European Championship in four countries rather than 12 if their preferred model is impractical due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Manchester United have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Roma striker and former Manchester City star Edin Dzeko.
Galatasaray reportedly want to sign Gedson Fernandes with the midfielder expected to return to Benfica this month after a disappointing loan spell at Tottenham.
Eduardo Camavinga has dealt a blow to Real Madrid's hopes of landing him this summer as the Rennes wonderkid revealed he is looking to sign a contract extension with the French club.
Premier League clubs can fulfil their European fixtures as long as they are not travelling to places on the UK's red list.


daily mirror
Ainsley Maitland-Niles is ready to go out on loan this month to bolster his chances of making England's Euros squad.
Chelsea ace Billy Gilmour has decided he wants to leave Stamford Bridge on loan in order to get some first-team football in the wake of Frank Lampard's sacking.
Bristol City are making a move for Aston Villa midfielder Henri Lansbury.


daily telegraph
The British and Irish Lions series against South Africa could still be staged in the UK and Ireland despite the possibility that matches might have to be played behind closed doors.
Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are to be held "legally responsible" for the kind of "disgusting" racist abuse suffered by Axel Tuanzebe and Anthony Martial over Manchester United's shock defeat to Sheffield United, the Government has said.
Sergio Aguero could discover on Friday if he has been given the all-clear to return to Manchester City's squad as the Argentina striker targets a long-awaited return to regular action.
Cesar Azpilicueta has insisted that the Chelsea players did not play any part in the sacking of Frank Lampard and has appealed to supporters to unite behind the squad and new head coach Thomas Tuchel.


the sun
Manchester United will compete with several rivals for RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano this summer, according to reports.
Watford have offered West Ham the option of making Craig Dawson's loan move permanent before the transfer window closes.


daily express
Martin Odegaard reportedly had the chance to sign for Tottenham this month before opting to join Arsenal on loan.
Arsenal are still thought to be keen on Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar, and are weighing up a move for the France international in the summer.


daily star
Manchester United are set to sign Thiago Almada in the summer after agreeing with the player and Argentine club Velez Sarsfield.


the times
Only home fans are expected to be allowed into group matches for this summer's delayed Euro 2020 tournament.


the guardian
Cenk Tosun has said he is open to a return to Besiktas after his former club joined CSKA Moscow in attempting to sign the Everton striker.


daily record
Rangers winger Jordan Jones is set to join Sunderland on-loan for the rest of the season.


scottish sun
Birmingham City have tabled a £2m bid for Hibernian striker Kevin Nisbet.
Celtic have opened talks to snap up Preston defender Ben Davies before Monday's transfer deadline.
Birmingham City have moved for Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove.

Saturday's Newspapers:
30th January 2021


daily mirror
Harry Kane could face a race against time to be fit for England's World Cup qualifiers in March.
Jurgen Klopp has opened up on Liverpool's January transfer plans and admitted the club are looking at players who are both short-term and long-term solutions.
Sam Allardyce has urged West Brom's struggling stars to adopt "mindfulness" techniques to visualise themselves succeeding.


daily mail
Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho is ready to let Dele Alli leave before Monday's transfer deadline but chairman Daniel Levy still needs to approve the midfielder's exit to Paris Saint-Germain.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to miss Arsenal's crunch clash with Manchester United on Saturday after being told he must quarantine after visiting his unwell mother.
Christian Benteke is attracting interest from Italian duo Parma and Fiorentina ahead of Monday's transfer deadline.
N'Golo Kante will be fit to return for Chelsea's Premier League clash with Burnley on Sunday.
Facebook, Instagram and Twitter will be handed fines for the abuse of footballers, like Axel Tuanzebe and Anthony Martial, if they fail to protect them under tough new rules drawn up by ministers.


the sun
Jesse Lingard will not be available to face Liverpool on Sunday after West Ham failed to complete his loan move from Manchester United in time to meet the noon deadline.
Jose Mourinho hopes Harry Kane will be back for Tottenham's top-four clash with West Ham on February 20.
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti is ready to axe Jordan Pickford following his latest howler.
Wolves striker Raul Jimenez is back in the gym and continuing on the road to recovery after his horror head injury.


daily telegraph
Liverpool will spend the final 72 hours of the transfer window in an increasingly frantic late dash to sign a centre-half.
There is optimism that Harry Kane's latest ankle injuries are not as serious as previous ones suffered by the Tottenham striker.
Police have launched an investigation into the racist abuse sent to Axel Tuanzebe and Anthony Martial.
Thomas Tuchel has been accused of casting doubt on Istanbul Basaksehir's motives for walking off against Paris Saint-Germain following the unprecedented racism storm that saw the two sides' Champions League match abandoned.
The Football Association is facing anger at proposals to spend the lion's share of a £3m women's game bail-out on Covid-19 tests instead of club handouts.


the guardian
The death of the former Wales and Cardiff defender Keith Pontin may have been linked to heading the ball during his football career, an inquest has heard.


the times
Only home fans are expected to be allowed into group matches for this summer's delayed Euro 2020 tournament and very limited numbers of travelling supporters will be permitted for the latter stages of the competition, it can be revealed.


daily record
Scott Brown reckons Peter Lawwell deserves a statue outside Celtic Park alongside the club greats.


scottish sun
Aberdeen could turn to Scotland U21 striker Fraser Hornby as Sam Cosgrove's short-term replacement.

Sunday's Newspapers:
31st January 2021


sunday mirror
Sergio Ramos is ready to quit Real Madrid this summer and is targeting a move to Manchester United - as he does not fancy Paris Saint-Germain.
Manchester United are hot on the heels of Sevilla's £60m-rated centre-back Jules Kounde, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made the 22-year-old French centre-back his first-choice summer transfer target.
Dele Alli's hopes of forcing through a move to Paris Saint-Germain in the next 36 hours rest on Tottenham's chances of getting Christian Eriksen back through the door.
Newcastle have turned down a move by Valencia to take Sean Longstaff on loan with a view to a £15m deal.
Arsenal are considering a late move for Crystal Palace defender Patrick van Aanholt.
Thomas Tuchel has vowed to chip away at compatriot Jurgen Klopp's reputation in a bid to fulfil his orders to compete for the biggest trophies with Chelsea.


the sun on sunday
Liverpool and Manchester United have been accused of plotting with FIFA and Real Madrid to 'destroy' football.
West Brom boss Sam Allardyce has got the green light from Crystal Palace to close a deal for Christian Benteke.
Manchester United star Diogo Dalot is wanted by AC Milan on a permanent deal after an impressive loan spell.
Burnley's back-up striker Matej Vydra is wanted by promotion hopefuls Watford and Bournemouth.
Jesse Lingard hopes his West Ham switch revives his chances of playing in this summer's Euros.
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have pledged to invest money into Wrexham's team despite having not yet taken over the club.
Sean Dyche says James Tarkowski will not be sold on the cheap even though Burnley could lose him for nothing in 18 months.
Bayern Munich have confirmed they are attempting to beat Manchester United and Chelsea to the signing of RB Leipzig star Dayot Upamecano.
Ronald Koeman has confirmed Barcelona will sign Eric Garcia for free in the summer - if they do not before the end of the window.
Danny Rose's move to Trabzonspor is on the brink of collapse with coronavirus hampering the transfer.


mail on sunday
Barcelona presidential candidate Joan Laporta has hit out at Paris Saint-Germain's pursuit of Lionel Messi, referring to their ignorance of Financial Fair Play rules.
Brazil are set to spark a major club-versus-country row by calling up all of their Premier League stars for upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Newcastle United are pushing to convince Arsenal to loan them Joe Willock.
Liverpool defender Sepp Van den Berg is wanted on loan by Preston North End.
Eddie Jones has agreed to forfeit his bonus if England win this year's Six Nations.
Local communities around Wimbledon have been told to prepare for the likelihood of a reduced capacity Championships this year, along with road closures that could prove controversial.


sunday times
The prospect of a British & Irish Lions tour against South Africa being played this summer has received an extraordinary boost with an offer from Rugby Australia to host the series.
The Australian Open has been described as "the most significant international event with crowds that the world has seen in many, many months" after local health authorities granted permission for up to 30,000 spectators a day at Melbourne Park.


sunday telegraph
Cash-strapped sports are to be offered free Covid-19 screening to stop governing bodies using up bail-out loans on private testing regimes.


the observer
After an Olympic cycle marred by questions around medicine management and allegations of sexism and bullying, British Cycling was again on the defensive over the decision to gather 90 riders plus about 35 coaching staff and race officials in Manchester for three days of simulated Olympic competition.


daily star sunday
Virgil van Dijk is set to be back in action for Liverpool this April - but the Reds will have to wait longer for Joe Gomez's return.
Manchester City are set to beat Liverpool in the race for Fluminense starlet Kayky.
West Ham ace Issa Diop could provide Liverpool with a last-minute solution to their centre-half crisis.


sunday mail
David Low insists Peter Lawwell is not the only Celtic board member who should be heading for the exit if the club hope to shift season tickets.

Monday's Newspapers:
1st February 2021



daily mail
Liverpool have made an approach for Marseille centre-back Duje Caleta Car as deadline day approaches but the French side's struggle to find a replacement has left a move in doubt.
Anthony Martial has asked Manchester United to help with security at his house after racist trolls targeted him and his wife online.
Manchester City are in talks with Fluminense to sign teenagers Kayky and Metinho - but the Brazilian club are holding out for more than the £15m package currently on the table.
Wayne Rooney has turned to Manchester United for help after agreeing a loan deal for highly-rated defender Teden Mengi.
Dayot Upamecano could be set to join the Premier League this year as his agent has confirmed he will choose between two 'top' English clubs and Bayern Munich 'soon'.
Galatasaray have opened negotiations with Benfica over a loan for Gedson Fernandes, with the Portuguese international's 18-month loan at Tottenham to be cut short.
Idrissa Gueye has opted to reject the chance to join Newcastle United on loan from Paris Saint-Germain despite initial positive talks.
Dele Alli's last hope of securing a loan move to Paris Saint-Germain hangs on whether Tottenham can put a deal together for another attacking midfielder on Monday.


the times
Gambling logos may be banned from sports shirts in the biggest shake-up of advertising in professional sport since tobacco promotion was outlawed.
Katarina Johnson-Thompson, one of Great Britain's biggest Olympic hopes, has suffered an injury scare only six months from the scheduled start of the Games in Tokyo.


the sun
Manchester City are sending top prospect Taylor Harwood-Bellis to Blackburn Rovers on loan for their promotion bid.
Arsenal outcast William Saliba has admitted that he was "hurt" by his lack of opportunities with the Gunners.


daily telegraph
Southampton are trying to complete a deadline day deal for Arsenal's Ainsley Maitland-Niles following injuries to three key players in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa.
Football has been cleared to continue with their new post-Brexit arrangement for transfers, which includes discretionary exemptions for leading European players, during the summer trading window.
Rugby Australia's offer to host the British & Irish Lions series against South Africa is unlikely to be accepted despite being considered by power-brokers as an "option on the table".
Barry Hearn has warned that a blanket ban on gambling advertising and sponsorship would be "a disaster for every layer of sport" but has welcomed the prospect of new regulation.
Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour is set for a six-month loan away from Stamford Bridge in Thomas Tuchel's first week at the club.
Jean-Philippe Mateta's arrival at Crystal Palace is expected to limit the chances for Christian Benteke in the first team under Roy Hodgson.


daily mirror
Leicester are set to make a late move for Arsenal's in-demand Ainsley Maitland-Niles, who is desperate to move before Monday's transfer deadline so he stands a chance of playing in potentially the biggest tournament of his career.
Arsenal are expecting offers from La Liga clubs Villarreal and Real Betis to take young forward Reiss Nelson on loan.
Dele Alli looks set to stay at Tottenham until the summer.
Neymar has confirmed that both he and Kylian Mbappe are now happy at Paris Saint-Germain and want to remain at the football club.


daily star
Bernd Leno says new Arsenal signing Martin Odegaard is already exciting his team-mates in training after joining on loan from Real Madrid earlier this week.
Jonjoe Kenny is set to sign for Celtic on loan, with the Everton defender having been on the fringes at Goodison Park this season.


daily record
Rangers have opened talks with Aberdeen over a deadline-day move for Scott Wright.
Kilmarnock will begin the hunt for a new boss on Monday with Tommy Wright and Stephen Robinson both in the frame.
Steven Gerrard has allowed Derby County boss Wayne Rooney to open talks with George Edmundson over a deadline day loan move to Derby County.


scottish sun
Hibernian have rejected Birmingham City's final £3m offer for Kevin Nisbet.
Hibernian midfielder Stevie Mallan is on his way to Turkey to sign a big-money deal with Malatyaspor.
Rangers' pre-contract summer signing Jack Simpson could join another club on loan until the end of the season, Bournemouth boss Jason Tindall revealed.

Tuesday's Newspapers:
2nd February 2021


DAILY MAIL

Jamie Vardy is closing in on a return to the Leicester team this week following hernia surgery.
Premier League clubs are advising their players to report all instances of social media abuse to the police.
Bayern Munich CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed the German giants are battling Liverpool and Chelsea for the signature of defender Dayot Upamecano.


Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is poised to hand Arsenal a major boost by returning to their squad for Tuesday's trip to Wolves after missing three games.


Daniel Sturridge is wanted by MLS clubs as he assesses his next move.
Tottenham goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga is in talks over a loan move to Spanish side Elche.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Football's governing bodies are preparing to make England the first country to formally limit heading in professional training as part of a wide-ranging strategy to tackle the national game's dementia crisis.

Roman Abramovich has personally written to every Chelsea player to tell them that he is "appalled" at the racist abuse suffered by Reece James and has asked the club's board with come up with a plan of action to combat it.

DAILY MIRROR

Georginio Wijnaldum has warned his Liverpool teammates it would be a "really bad thing" to assume they are back to their best despite their back-to-back wins in the Premier League.

Real Madrid's Isco has reportedly asked for a move away from the club.

DAILY EXPRESS

AFC Wimbledon are considering an astonishing approach to make Emma Hayes English football's first senior woman manager.

West Ham were reportedly offered the chance to sign Diego Costa with just hours to spare on deadline day.

THE SUN

Liverpool have missed out on the transfer of Lyon centre-back Marcelo after the French giants suffered an injury crisis of their own.

THE GUARDIAN

Dele Alli has been retained by Tottenham despite the offer of a loan deal from Paris Saint-Germain while it has emerged that Giovani Lo Celso will be out for at least a further three weeks because of a hamstring injury.

THE TIMES

All three divisions of the National League are likely to vote to terminate the season as early as this week rather than take on loans from the government's rescue package, according to club representatives.

DAILY RECORD

New boy Jonjoe Kenny has told Neil Lennon he's ready to be thrown straight into the Celtic team.

Unhappy Kevin Nisbet will not leave Hibernian after his deadline day transfer request fell on deaf ears at the top of the Easter Road chain of command.

Wednesday's Newspapers:
03rd February 2021


daily mail
Neymar has agreed a new four-year contract extension with Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports from France and Brazil.
Fulham striker Aboubakar Kamara left the club under a cloud on Monday as it emerged he refused to participate in a post-match training session following the game at West Brom on Saturday.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has written an impassioned memo to the FA reinforcing the Government's commitment to eradicate sickening online abuse aimed at players.
The League Managers Association has joined the talks which will lead to heading being restricted in training and donated £20,000 to the Alzheimer's Society in a further show of support for football's fight against dementia.
Carlo Ancelotti has demanded a reaction from his squad and hopes the arrival of Joshua King will spark Everton's forwards into life.


the sun
Arsenal launched a racism investigation into an allegation against one of their top youth coaches who resigned before it was completed.
UEFA have confirmed that Arsenal and Benfica must agree on neutral venues for both legs of their Europa League last 16 clash - unless the Government lifts its "red list" of countries by next Monday.
Thiago Silva has again paid tribute to axed boss Frank Lampard.


daily express
Arsenal reportedly tried to sign Barcelona defender Junior Firpo on transfer deadline day.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Ruben Dias is the perfect football machine and compared his impact to Liverpool's signing of Virgil van Dijk.


the times
Aston Villa wonderkid Carney Chukwuemeka has interest from a host of Europe's elite clubs, including Premier League giants Manchester United, Man City and Liverpool.
Champions League knockout ties affected by travel restrictions could be played as one-off matches at neutral venues under new rules issued by Uefa.
Drugs testing in tennis fell by almost 60 per cent last year because of logistical difficulties created by the Covid-19 pandemic.


daily mirror
Liverpool may be forced to play the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against RB Leipzig in a different country.


daily star
Chelsea outcast Marcos Alonso reportedly nearly left Stamford Bridge late on transfer deadline day, before Barcelona pulled the plug.
The FA has launched an investigation into allegations of serious misconduct by its vice-chair of the Women's Committee.


daily telegraph
Women's football clubs can only expect to receive a maximum of £30,000 each in grants from the £3m pot of emergency Government funding the sport was allotted.
A new set of testing figures has revealed the weakness of tennis's anti-doping safeguards - only 3,282 samples were collected in 2020 - a fall of almost 60 per cent from the 7,773 the previous year.
The Rugby Football Union has confirmed its interest in hosting both the men's and women's World Cups following the opening of the new bidding process for the next two tournaments, claiming they would give a "priceless" double boost to the community game in England.


scottish sun
Rafa Benitez has "no interest" in becoming the next Marseille manager despite reports he was in talks to replace Andre Villas-Boas.
Rangers' Europa League last-32 clash with Royal Antwerp will go ahead as planned after both clubs met UEFA's new Covid-19 protocols.
Olivier Ntcham has posted an emotional goodbye to Celtic in a touching social media message.


daily record
Jack Ross has told Kevin Nisbet and Ryan Porteous not to be down about missing out on big money moves down south as the chance will come around again.


the guardian
The great-grandson of Italy's fascist dictator Benito Mussolini has officially joined Lazio's under-19 team.

Thursday's Newspapers:
4th February 2021



daily mail
John Terry is an early name in the frame for the vacant Bournemouth job.
Manchester United have agreed a first professional contract with 17-year-old Shola Shoretire, amid interest from PSG, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Juventus.
Liverpool are slowly putting the steps in motion to create a long-term blueprint which will see them rival the financial success of Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Liverpool could play both legs of their Champions League clash with RB Leipzig in England.
Pep Guardiola has admitted that Manchester City's objective at one point this season was to qualify for the Europa League as the City boss insisted his title contenders are not looking too far ahead.
Hakim Ziyech has admitted he has struggled at times since joining Chelsea but remains confident he will soon find his best form.
Legal action against rugby league authorities is set to be launched as soon as next month in what will be British sport's second major dementia-related lawsuit.


daily mirror
Arsenal and Tottenham are reportedly keeping tabs on Bundesliga star Evan N'Dicka with a view to a potential move in the summer.
Borussia Dortmund have drastically reduced their price tag for Jadon Sancho in a bid to tempt Man Utd back to the negotiating table.
National League club Chesterfield insisted they have not jumped the coronavirus vaccine queue by having players immunised against the virus.


daily star
Manchester United will target Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland and Sevilla defender Jules Kounde when the summer transfer window opens.
A furious Lionel Messi is reportedly prepared to sue five Barcelona officials over details of his £492m contract being leaked to the Spanish press last weekend.


the sun
Both Liverpool and Manchester United face a virtual grilling on Thursday over alleged involvement in plans for a breakaway European Super League.
Huddersfield are in talks to sign former Everton striker Oumar Niasse on a free transfer.
Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield are in talks over a £200m trilogy fight in Dubai, according to reports.


the times
Derby County manager Wayne Rooney accused the Rotherham United chairman Tony Stewart of lacking "class" after his side were beaten 3-0 by their relegation rivals.


scottish sun
Murray Davidson is a major doubt for the Betfred Cup Final - but St Johnstone boss Callum Davidson cleared Kemar Roofe of any blame.
James Forrest will hand Celtic a boost by returning to training next week.
Scotland's lower league clubs are confident they will be given the go ahead to resume their season next week.
London mayor Sadiq Khan has raised hopes the Tartan Army could get into Wembley for this summer's Euro finals clash with England.
Former Celtic and Rangers midfielder Liam Burt has signed for Irish side Bohemians.


daily record
Crisis talks are under way in an urgent bid to prevent the plug being pulled on this season's Scottish Cup.

Friday's Newspapers:
5th February 2021



daily mirror
Manchester City are eyeing a swoop for Borussia Dortmund hotshot Erling Haaland before the Dortmund star's release clause kicks in.
Tottenham are keeping tabs on Aaron Ramsey's future in Italy with Juventus considering selling the former Arsenal favourite.
Lionel Messi is sticking to his promise over his Barcelona future by keeping Man City and PSG waiting over his decision.


daily express
Liverpool reportedly approached Barcelona for centre-back Samuel Umtiti but he did not want to leave the club in mid-season.
Real Madrid's pursuit of Bayern Munich defender David Alaba has been dealt a blow, with Premier League clubs given hope of striking a deal.


daily star
West Ham are expected to make another bid for £37m rated Sevilla star Youssef En-Nesyri this summer.
Liverpool could face RB Leipzig in Budapest after it was confirmed the Reds won't be allowed to travel to Germany for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.


the sun
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has joined the race to become the new Bournemouth manager.
Manchester City could face a fight to keep Sergio Aguero following reports of Barcelona presidential hopefuls contacting the striker.
Neymar has hinted that the Premier League does not interest him - having been turned off by the game's physicality.
Inter Milan are reportedly chasing a £146m cash injection to ensure they can compete next season.
Juventus centre-back Giorgio Chiellini has lifted the lid on his failed move to Arsenal in 2001 as he claimed he was a 'fool' to reject the club.
Harry Maguire reckons lifting the Premier League for Manchester United will silence the haters.


the guardian
The Premier League and other domestic leagues across Europe will gather on Friday to discuss proposals for a new‑look Champions League from 2024.


the times
Europe's biggest teams will be given a safety net to play in the Champions League even if they fail to finish in the top four of their domestic competitions under Uefa plans revealed to Premier League clubs.


daily mail
Premier League clubs have been left aghast after reporting racist messages to Twitter - only to be told that the use of a monkey emoji does not violate their rules.
Liverpool will play the first leg of their Champions League clash with RB Leipzig in Hungary - unless the German club can find an alternative venue.
Lionel Messi has not been in contact with either Manchester City or PSG about a free transfer this summer, reports claim.
Premier League clubs including Arsenal and Liverpool are using missile-tracking technology to plot the movement of every player.
West Ham's players will not receive any bonuses if they qualify for Europe this season.


scottish sun
Steven Pressley has emerged as a shock contender for the Kilmarnock job.
Murray Davidson will have a scan on his leg on Friday - but not the one Kemar Roofe kicked.


daily record
St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin reckons this year's Scottish Cup should be scrapped to avoid fixture chaos.
Dundee striker Jason Cummings insists that his career has suffered for his open post-match interviews.
Confident Olivier Ntcham insists he will be an "asset" to Marseille after the loan signing plunged the Ligue 1 club into chaos.


daily telegraph
The Rugby Football Union Council will vote on Friday whether to suspend relegation from the Gallagher Premiership for the 2020-21 season.

Saturday's Newspapers:
6th February 2021


the sun
Football clubs are to hold talks about staging a weeklong boycott of social media in protest at racial and sexist abuse.
Marc Overmars is reportedly is open to making a stunning return to Arsenal - as the Gunners' director of football.


daily mail
Borussia Dortmund have reportedly given up the fight to keep Jadon Sancho and have lowered their asking price, putting Chelsea and Manchester United on red alert.
Youri Tielemans is in talks over a new contract at Leicester that would place him among the club's top earners.
Eric Bailly is battling to be fit for Manchester United's clash with Everton at Old Trafford after picking up a fresh injury in training.


daily mirror
Liverpool have completed the signing of English starlet Kaide Gordon from Derby for an initial fee of £1m, which could rise to £3m with add-ons.


daily star
Marcos Rojo first discovered his six-and-a-half-year spell at Manchester United was over on social media, according to reports.
Goalkeeper Mat Ryan is set to make his first Arsenal start against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday, ahead of Alex Runarsson.


Manchester City believe winning the Premier League title this season will ensure they beat Chelsea to the signing of Borussia Dormund's Norway striker Erling Braut Haaland, 20. (Star)

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has suggested France midfielder Paul Pogba, 27, could be set to sign a new deal at Old Trafford. (Guardian)

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah, 28, could be the player to make way if Liverpool are to seal a move for Paris St-Germain's France forward Kylian Mbappe, 22, this summer. (Marca)

The Reds have completed the signing of highly-rated 16-year-old English midfielder Kaide Gordon from Derby County. (Mail)

Chelsea will attempt to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Bayern Munich'sAustria defender David Alaba, 28, who is set to leave the German champions when his contract expires at the end of the season. (Guardian)

Meanwhile, Chelsea's hopes of signing two other defensive targets - RB Leipzig'sFrance international Dayot Upamecano, 22, and Bayern Munich's Germany international Niklas Sule, 25 - rest on Bayern's transfer plans. (Goal)

The Blues could instead move for Bayern's 32-year-old German defender Jerome Boateng. (Bild - in German)

West Ham will not rush to make a decision over whether they attempt to make on-loan 28-year-old England midfielder Jesse Lingard's move from Manchester United permanent. (Standard)

Leicester City are in talks with Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans, 23, over a new £100,000-a-week contract. (Mail)

Man City manager Pep Guardiola and Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp
'I didn't think Jurgen was that type of manager'
Pep Guardiola surprised by Jurgen Klopp's comments in build-up to Manchester City's trip to Liverpool

Norway midfielder Martin Odegaard, 22, is more likely to make a permanent move to Arsenal if Zinedine Zidane remains in charge of his parent club Real Madrid. (Eurosport)

Former Arsenal winger Marc Overmars is interested in a return to the club as director of football. He currently holds the same position at Ajax. (De Telegraaf, in Dutch)

Real manager Zidane says he pleaded with Odegaard to stay at the club for the second half of the season. (Metro)

Manchester United are no longer desperate to sign a new centre-back because of the form of their England defender Harry Maguire. (Manchester Evening News)

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to sign 21-year-old English right-back Max Aarons from Norwich City when the transfer window reopens. (Express)

Meanwhile, Solskjaer could face competition for Aarons from Tottenham, with Spurs eyeing the defender as a potential summer replacement for their Ivory Coast right-back Serge Aurier. (Eurosport)

The application of Wales forward Gareth Bale, 31, is being questioned at Tottenham and patience is wearing thin over the Real Madrid loanee's work-rate. (Mail)

Manager Jose Mourinho is under pressure at Tottenham but is not in imminent danger of being sacked. (Telegraph)

Chelsea are interested in re-signing Belgium forward Eden Hazard, 30, from Real Madrid this summer. (Defensa Central - in Spanish)

Sheffield United's English midfielder John Lundstram says "everything is still on the table" regarding his future, amid links with Newcastle United and Rangers. (Sheffield Star)

Sunday's Newspapers:
7th February 2021
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Antonio Rudiger is the latest high-profile Premier League star to reveal he has suffered 'immense' racist abuse on social media, prompting Chelsea to launch an investigation, which could result in police action and see some of their own fans banned from the club.
Liverpool will play their Champions League match against RB Leipzig at the Puskas Arena in Budapest or at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Fire emergency services were called out to a situation at the team hotel of Manchester United, ahead of the side's Premier League fixture against Everton.
Ahmed Musa is drawing attention from other Premier League sides as he is yet to sign terms with West Brom.
Liverpool are among the sides planning to keep hold of their South American stars in the brewing club-v-country row ahead of next month's international break.


the sun on sunday
David Moyes wants West Ham scouts to track Blackburn hotshot Adam Armstrong ahead of a summer bid.
Ryan Shawcross wants to end his near 14-year stint at Stoke City to sign for Phil Neville at David Beckham's Inter Miami.
Callum Hudson-Odoi has reacted with fury that social media companies refuse to believe a monkey emoji sent to black players is racist.
Lionel Messi looks 'increasingly likely' to leave Barcelona this summer, admits Nou Camp legend Rivaldo.
Paul Scholes is being probed by cops after appearing to flout lockdown rules again by going hiking with four pals.
Tanguy Ndombele has revealed Jose Mourinho created a 'war in my head' but has managed him well.


sunday mirror
Manchester City are in danger of falling behind in the race to sign Lionel Messi following reports Paris Saint-Germain have already made an eye-watering contract offer to the star.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed Paul Pogba suffered a muscle injury during Manchester United's 3-3 draw with Everton.
Liverpool exploited a Celtic contract clanger to steal Ben Davies from the Scottish champions.


sunday mail
Neil Lennon has revealed he's making regular house calls to help his locked-down Celtic stars cope during the double whammy of the Covid crisis and abuse from fans.
Rangers new boy Nnamdi Ofoborh says he can't wait to get a crack at the Champions League with Steven Gerrard's side next season.



SCOTTISH SUN ON SUNDAY
Celtic are eyeing up Manchester City transfer guru Fergal Harkin as their new director of football.

Monday's Newspapers:
8th February 2021


daily mirror
Borussia Dortmund chiefs expect Jadon Sancho to leave this summer with Manchester United still keen on the forward.
Football has been warned it faces a "significant impact" with the Government ready to impose a major crackdown on betting sponsorship.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer faces one of his biggest tests as Manchester United boss over blunder goalkeeper David de Gea.
Mikel Arteta insists his Arsenal side make too many mistakes to mount a top-four challenge.


the sun
West Ham are set to win their appeal over Tomas Soucek's red card at Fulham after Mike Dean was told by his bosses at PGMOL he was wrong to send him off.
VAR is proving nothing short of farcical, 18 months after its introduction - says ex-referee Mark Halsey.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed keeper Ederson could be their new penalty taker.
England football legend Paul Gascoigne has revealed he has quit social media - after becoming addicted to it.
David Beckham has sunk another £11.2m to increase his stake in Inter Miami.


daily mail
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is feeling the strain after his side lost at Newcastle.
Leeds midfielder Mateusz Klich admits he is still pinching himself he is playing Premier League football.
Fans have taken to social media to compare Alisson Becker with Loris Karius after his two costly errors helped Manchester City emerge victorious at Anfield.
Premier League stars are using a Covid-19 loophole to ensure they do not encounter the same hairdressing issues as the rest of us.
Maro Itoje was horrified by England's dismal performance in the Six Nations defeat to Scotland at Twickenham.


the times
Referees' chiefs will consider splitting up the Mike Dean-Lee Mason partnership amid the prospect of a second red card imposed by the same match officials being overturned in consecutive matches.
A former captain of the Wales women's team who is running to be a FIFA Council member has said she will prioritise an effort to tackle the inequalities between the men's and women's World Cup.


daily star
Michael Ballack has urged Chelsea to be patient with Kai Havertz despite the German's slow start to life in the Premier League.
Reality TV star Mark Wright was substituted at half-time at 3-0 down as he endured a horror full debut for Crawley Town.


daily record
Former St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright is set to be unveiled as Kilmarnock boss on Monday.

Tuesday's Newspapers:
9th February 2021


daily telegraph
Thiago Silva is hoping to extend his Chelsea contract past this season, but any move by the club to partner him with Real Madrid target David Alaba will rest on the Bayern Munich defender lowering his eye-watering wage demands.
The Government is making plans for children's sport to follow schools in being a national priority when lockdown measures are eased.


daily mail
Manchester City have not given up on signing Lionel Messi for free this summer, but will wait until March or April before making a move.
Premier League clubs are unconvinced that the Government's proposed legislation will do enough to stamp out racist online trolls.
Manchester United's Europa League first leg tie against Real Sociedad next week could be switched to another country due to travel restrictions in Spain.
Brendan Rodgers has called on Government ministers to protect the football community from abuse on social media after referee Mike Dean received death threats.
Alisson spoke to Jurgen Klopp following his two howlers in Liverpool's 4-1 defeat by title rivals Manchester City on Sunday and apologised.
Manchester City and Manchester United have posted the highest transfer deficits in Europe over the last 10 transfer windows, new data shows.
PFA chairman Ben Purkiss has applied to become the union's new chief executive in a dramatic twist in the battle to succeed Gordon Taylor.
Chelsea may have to travel to Poland or Romania for the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie with Atletico Madrid.
Gambling firms are proposing industry-wide bans on high-risk clients amid growing fears of tough Government restrictions on lucrative football sponsorship deals.


the sun
Manchester United will wait until the end of the season before opening contract talks with boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Aleksandar Mitrovic acted as star witness for Tomas Soucek to help the West Ham midfielder overturn a three-game ban.
David Beckham's Inter Miami are reportedly interested in signing West Brom defender Kieran Gibbs in the summer.
Sergio Ramos was reportedly furious with the suggestion that Real Madrid would bid £130m for Kylian Mbappe.


daily star
Davinson Sanchez claims Tottenham are not a one-man team - but admits their other big stars need to follow Harry Kane's lead.
West Ham star Tomas Soucek has leapt to the defence of Mike Dean after the referee and his family were targeted with abusive threats online.
Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea have all been linked with a move for RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate this summer but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side have reportedly made the 21-year-old their top target.
Arsenal are reportedly planning to sign a new left-back in the summer, with Kieran Tierney the only natural left-footed option at the club.


the times
Manchester City will open contract negotiations with John Stones this summer in recognition of the defender's role in their title charge.
The Professional Footballers' Association is to issue new guidelines to help players cope with abuse should they be targeted by racists on their social media accounts.


daily express
Eden Hazard has revealed his admiration for Arsenal amid talk of a sensational return to Chelsea.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to spend a 'significant sum' as they look to strengthen one of two areas in the summer transfer window.


daily mirror
Arsenal defender William Saliba has outlined his frustrations with manager Mikel Arteta, saying the Spaniard "judged me on two-and-a-half matches".
Liverpool continue to track Sporting Lisbon's Pedro Goncalves after making "informal" contact in the January transfer window.


scottish sun
Nir Bitton is a summer target for Israeli champions Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Wednesday's Newspapers:
10th February 2021



Daily Mail

Manchester City will reportedly face competition from Paris Saint-Germain in their bid to sign Romelu Lukaku.
Premier League stars are ignoring advice to report online racial abuse amid fears of provoking further attacks.
Manchester United have reportedly identified RB Leipzig's Ibrahima Konate as their main centre-back target for the summer after ditching plans to go for Dayot Upamecano.
Crystal Palace are torn over Roy Hodgson's future with the manager yet to be offered a new deal amid their desire to appoint a younger boss.
The EFL is expected to try to revive salary caps after an independent panel upheld a PFA claim that they are 'unlawful and unenforceable'.
A furious Antonio Conte insisted his former side Juventus 'need more sportsmanship and respect' after the Inter Milan boss engaged in a heated post-match bust-up with his former president Andrea Agnelli.
Ander Herrera believes Paris Saint-Germain would struggle to sign Lionel Messi this summer due to Financial Fair Play regulations.


the sun
Jurgen Klopp is frustrated with the transfer policy of Liverpool's owners after a £100m Kalidou Koulibaly move was snubbed.
Liverpool are eyeing up a deal for Sporting Lisbon midfielder Pedro Goncalves with the Portuguese side braced for a summer approach, according to reports.
Chelsea have already held talks over a potential summer deal to land Dayot Upamecano, according to reports.
Inter Miami are closing in on deals for Ryan Shawcross and Kieran Gibbs transfers with former Chelsea forward Pato also being offered to David Beckham's side.
Real Madrid will sign either Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe this summer, according to reports.
Burnley axed Erik Pieters at the last minute from their FA Cup defeat to Bournemouth - after remembering he was suspended.


daily mirror
Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge admits it would be "an honour" to bring Mohamed Salah to the club - but conceded they have no imminent plans to make a swoop.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino appeared to direct a subtle dig towards Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid when asked about the situation regarding Lionel Messi.


daily express
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly eyeing a summer move for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior.
Liverpool could be set to miss out on the summer signing of Kylian Mbappe after the 22-year-old suggested that he sees his future with current club PSG.


the guardian
Dover's chairman, Jim Parmenter, has threatened to "cease football operations" and place all of the club's staff on furlough this week if the National League continues without funding.


the times
The referee Lee Mason has been taken out of the firing line after his involvement in two overturned red cards and will not take charge of any Premier League matches or be the video assistant referee in the next round of games.


scottish sun
Former Rangers and Hearts star Kyle Lafferty is set for a 'shock move' to Romania.
Fears are growing the 2021 Scottish Cup may be scrapped after the lower league suspension was extended.
Ann Budge has hailed Hearts fans for helping Inverness clock up record ticket sales - for a game supporters can't attend.


daily record
Neil Lennon has accused the SFA disciplinary chiefs of buckling under pressure as Albian Ajeti was cleared of a ban for diving.

Thursday's Newspapers:
11th February 2021



daily express
Liverpool are interested in the signing of Denis Zakaria from Borussia Monchengladbach but there are also a number of teams linked with the midfielder.
Liverpool scouts are reportedly tracking Leeds star Raphinha closely and if Bruno Fernandes' comments on the player are anything to go by, he could fit right in at Anfield under Jurgen Klopp.


daily mail
Premier League clubs face being blocked from appointing top foreign managers under strict new rules that threaten to change the face of English football.
Wolves plan to contact the Premier League to propose relaxing their strictest coronavirus protocols as clubs struggle to operate smoothly within the constraints.
Real Sociedad's director of football Roberto Olabe has hit out at UEFA after they moved the first leg of their Europa League clash with Manchester United to Turin - with the return leg still being played at Old Trafford.
Philippe Coutinho may not play again for Barcelona this season as the club looks to avoid another €5m appearance-related payment to Liverpool.
Everton and Celtic are among the clubs keeping tabs on Aston Villa youngster Tyreik Wright.
Brazilian superstar Neymar has been dealt another crushing injury blow and is said to have only a 'faint hope' of facing his former club Barcelona in the Champions League next week.


the sun
Kevin De Bruyne is 'annoyed' over Manchester City's offer of a new contract, according to reports.
Manchester City are set to pip Premier League rivals Liverpool to the signing of £15m Fluminese wonderkid Kayky.
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel could swoop for Paris Saint-Germain's midfield starlet Kays Ruiz-Atil this summer.
Arsenal target Manor Solomon of Shakhtar Donetsk is in talks with teams from England.
Liverpool's message to Bayern Munich is: Mo Salah is not for sale.
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has stormed into contention for the Bournemouth job.
Porto and Braga players were forced to push an ambulance off the pitch in incredible scenes after it broke down while attending to a horror injury.


the times
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has been fined £42,000 in Italy over accusations that he used false documents to get into the country six years ago.
A group of Premier League clubs is drawing up plans to fight UEFA's proposed Champions League reforms that would give a "safety net" to the top teams who fail to qualify via domestic competition.
FIFA's medical chief is to join the Football Association's expert panel looking at concussion and neurodegenerative disorders.


daily mirror
Premier League stars fear Instagram's new plans to combat online hate do not go far enough.
Udinese concede Rodrigo De Paul is likely to leave this summer, after the attacking midfielder was linked with Liverpool during the January transfer window.
Edinson Cavani has been suspended for Uruguay's upcoming games against Argentina and Bolivia as a result of his horror tackle on Richarlison last November.
John Terry has boldly predicted Mason Mount will go on to captain both Chelsea and England in the future.


daily star
Jadon Sancho and Erling Haaland are reportedly on Borussia Dortmund's eight-man sell list.


daily record
Scottish football chiefs were locked in talks with the Government on Wednesday amid fears Scotland's new covid quarantine rules could crush Hampden's hopes of hosting Euro 2020.


scottish sun
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson is keen to bring in Kilmarnock stopper Stuart Findlay for next season's expected top-flight return.

Friday's Newspapers:
12th February 2021

daily mirror
Jose Mourinho was left fuming with Gareth Bale's Instagram post after he was left out of the Tottenham team to face Everton.
Donny van de Beek has been told he may have to leave Manchester United if he wants to be the "special player" and avoid being the "side dish" by Jermaine Jenas.
Manchester United are concerned about the treatment of attacking midfielder Hannibal Mejbri in the club's under-23s matches.
Patrick Bamford is striking up a partnership with Brazilian Raphinha - by speaking French.


daily mail
The FA are set to make it harder for clubs to recruit foreign managers and coaches this summer by removing the right of appeal if their preferred candidate does not meet the Government's immigration criteria.
The FA have launched a crackdown on agents attempting to illegally tap up young players on social media.
Tottenham have hired a commercial chief who landed one of the most lucrative stadium naming-rights deals in the NFL.
Edinson Cavani has been slapped with a two-game international ban for his horror tackle on Richarlison during Uruguay's defeat by Brazil last November.
Udinese may be powerless to stop star midfielder Rodrigo de Paul leaving the club this summer, according to their sporting director.


the sun
Mino Raiola has refused to talk about Paul Pogba's potential summer move to Juventus, saying: "If I speak, someone gets offended."
Sir Alex Ferguson will be hoping his new neighbour isn't a noisy one - after Liverpool star Andy Robertson moved into his road.
Ismaila Sarr's agent has revealed the Watford star agreed a move to Liverpool last month - only for the Reds to fail to come up with his transfer fee.
A crooked forklift driver spent more than £175,000 on a bank card belonging to Manchester City's Riyad Mahrez.
Wayne Rooney wants Gareth Southgate to play both Phil Foden and Jack Grealish at the Euros.
Wilfried Zaha says it is "degrading" for black people to have to take part in football's symbolic attempts to eradicate racism.


the guardian
English football authorities are set to reach out to US sports in a global push against racist abuse on social media.
More than 220 calls alleging abuse in British gymnastics have been received on a special hotline set up by the NSPCC - with more than half considered so serious they have resulted in a referral to the police or social services.
A long-awaited independent review into sexual abuse in Scottish football has called on clubs and organisations involved to "make a clear, unreserved, and public acknowledgment and apology" to all those directly affected.


daily telegraph
England head coach Chris Silverwood has admitted he could rip up the team's winning formula by resting James Anderson for the crucial second Test against India.
England national selector Ed Smith has said that steps could be made to bring Alex Hales back into the Twenty20 squad in the months ahead.


the times
Liverpool face the prospect of more Champions League disruption with the Anfield leg of their clash with RB Leipzig at risk of being switched to a neutral venue.
Gareth Bale believes that he needs a run of matches at Tottenham Hotspur if he is to prove his worth.
Formula One teams have welcomed the idea of a sprint race on Saturdays but have asked for more time to go over the details before agreeing to such a radical change to the weekends.


daily star
Southampton, Leeds and West Ham are ready to rival Tottenham for Sampdoria sensation Mikkel Damsgaard.
UEFA have dismissed complaints from Real Sociedad that Manchester United have been handed a huge advantage when the two sides meet in the Europa League next week.


daily express
West Ham's European hopes have been hit by the news that key centre-back Angelo Ogbonna could be out for a month.


daily record
Neil Lennon reckons Rangers are right to dig out the SFA over the compliance process as the Celtic boss believes the Old Firm get a raw deal from the beaks.
Dundee United boss Micky Mellon insists treacherous Tayside weather wreaking havoc with their preparations for Livingston is just another hurdle in a season of madness.
Celtic defender Stephen Welsh appears to have got a lucky break and avoided any serious injury from his horror injury at St Mirren.


scottish sun
Tommy Wright wants to make Kyle Lafferty his first Kilmarnock signing.
Bobby Madden will fly to Athens to referee this weekend's powder-keg clash between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos.

Saturday's Newspapers:
13th February 2021



the sun
Arsenal are close to finalising a summer deal for Sporting Lisbon striker Tiago Tomas.
Arsenal can reportedly turn Dani Ceballos' loan spell at the Emirates into a permanent deal for just £22m.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed the 'wonderful' time he spent with Erling Haaland as the Manchester United boss admitted he is 'following' the Dortmund starlet.


daily mail
Luke Shaw is back on Gareth Southgate's radar following his renaissance at Manchester United.
The managing director of the agency instrumental in Marcus Rashford's development into a campaigning and cultural icon has left the company after being banned by the FA for an illegal approach to a youth-team player.
Football's social media call has been rejected as Twitter and Facebook snub requests for abusive messages to be 'filtered and blocked before being posted'.
The ECB are facing further potential losses of tens of millions of pounds after being unable to secure insurance to cover missing gate receipts for England's international matches this summer.
Gareth Bale's agent Jonathan Barnett says salary caps will destroy decades of English football growth if they are allowed to come in.


daily star
Mikel Arteta claims Arsenal need to turn the tables on football's wind-up merchants.
Pep Guardiola has told rival Jose Mourinho that his reputation won't save him from the sack at Tottenham.
Manchester United star Amad Diallo continues to impress - but fans may have to wait to see the January arrival in the first-team.


daily mirror
Fulham manager Scott Parker is on collision course with co-owner Tony Khan after more social media declarations from the Cottagers chief.


the guardian
Jurgen Klopp could hand Ozan Kabak or Ben Davies a Liverpool debut this weekend.
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti has backed 'really good' Ben Godfrey for an England call-up.


the times
Manchester City reignited their title challenge earlier this season because of two crisis meetings, Pep Guardiola has revealed.
Jon Walters has applied to be the next chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association.


scottish sun
Kilmarnock defender Stuart Findlay is set for a shock switch to MLS side Philadelphia Union.
Reports in in Italy claim AS Roma have joined the chase to sign Celtic frontman Odsonne Edouard.


daily record
Former Rangers full-back Allan Hutton is adamant that Rangers would be an ideal platform for John Lundstram to shine - but feels he may have his heart set on a long-term stay in the Premier League.