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Monday's Newspapers:
7th September 2020



the sun
Mesut Ozil has been thrown an unlikely Arsenal lifeline and may be in contention to play in the Premier League opener against Fulham after playing his first game in six months for the club.
West Ham will have to almost double their opening £27m bid to stand any chance of landing James Tarkowski from Burnley.
Manchester United refused to match the asking price for Kai Havertz and focused on Jadon Sancho instead.
Lionel Messi is returning to Barcelona training on Monday after his transfer request U-turn - but will not decide his long-term future until their next president is announced.
Wesley Sneijder has tipped new Manchester United signing Donny van de Beek to be a success in England.


daily mirror
Sir Alex Ferguson's fightback from a life-threatening brain haemorrhage is to be shown in a new documentary - directed by his son.
Gareth Southgate is considering seven changes to his starting line-up when England face Denmark, with Jack Grealish in contention to play on Tuesday night.
Kylian Mbappe has warned PSG chiefs the club must spend money on new recruits if they are to bounce back from their Champions League heartbreak next season.
Olivier Giroud says he's not concerned about the arrival of Timo Werner at Chelsea as he still feels he'll get enough game-time at Stamford Bridge.


daily mail
Christian Eriksen will show solidarity with England in taking a knee on Tuesday night, despite an escalating political row in Denmark.
Lyon manager Rudi Garcia has said he won't stand in Memphis Depay's way if Barcelona come calling for the Dutch forward.
Premier League clubs have been told they will be forced to fulfil fixtures in the event of Covid-19 outbreaks among their squads this season.
Barcelona are planning to make a final offer for Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez.
Gareth Southgate is set to ring the changes for Tuesday's clash against Denmark, with Trent Alexander-Arnold hopeful of a start.
Leicester City want St Etienne's teenage defender Wesley Fofana but are reluctant to meet the French club's £27m valuation.
Crystal Palace have asked about Fluminense forward Evanilson, 20, and are monitoring developments with Jeremie Boga, the former Chelsea winger now at Sassuolo.


daily telegraph
England manager Gareth Southgate is considering switching to a three-man defence for Tuesday night's Nations League game against Denmark.
Newcastle have been asked to be kept informed of Liverpool's plans for Rhian Brewster and are interested in Eddie Nketiah if Arsenal want to send him out on loan again.
Watford forward Gerard Deulofeu is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a serious knee injury and is a target for AC Milan, Napoli and Sevilla on a loan with an option to buy.
Bournemouth full-back Adam Smith is being considered by West Ham manager David Moyes as he looks to bolster his defence.
Bayer Leverkusen are surprise contenders for Arsenal full-back Hector Bellerin.
Manchester City and West Ham have sent scouts to Whyteleafe FC in Croydon to watch non-league teenager Courtney Clarke.


daily star
Kyle Walker will escape being fined his England match fee, despite seeing red in Saturday's 1-0 win in Iceland.
Harry Kane has been warned that he might not be the main man for England anymore.
Leeds may have to wait until after their opening Premier League clash with Liverpool to sign Reds winger Harry Wilson.
Gini Wijnaldum looks set to leave Liverpool for Barcelona in a cut-price £15m transfer.
Chelsea could scrap their plans to offload Kepa Arrizabalaga this summer as they favour keeping him on the books.


daily record
Celtic have asked Charlton Athletic to name their price for Alfie Doughty - as they prepare to try again for Paris Saint-Germain's Mitchel Bakker.
Scotland's tie with the Czech Republic turned into a grudge match as relations between the two nations hit rock bottom and Celtic sought assurances their players are not at risk of getting coronavirus.


scottish sun
Rangers 'could plot a move to bring John Lundstram to Ibrox' for free, as the midfielder's contract runs out next year.
Scotland have been warned the Czech Republic's 'shadow squad' will be out to grab their international chance in Olomouc on Monday night.


daily express
Chelsea are pressing forward with a bid to try and sign Edouard Mendy from Rennes this week.


the times
James Ward-Prowse has admitted he has developed a "darker side" to his character and believes England can benefit from channelling a similar mentality into their performances.
 

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Tuesday's Newspapers:
8th September 2020



daily telegraph
Aston Villa will make a £16m bid for Bournemouth's Joshua King as they step up their search for more firepower.
Everton have asked about Valencia striker Maxi Gomez to add a striker to Carlo Ancelotti's summer spending.
Chelsea midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko has edged closer to a move to AC Milan but is also being monitored by Crystal Palace.
Chelsea are aiming to complete the signing of goalkeeper Edouard Mendy on the recommendation of Petr Cech from his former club Rennes.


the sun
Aston Villa want to buy Rhian Brewster from Liverpool as their search for a striker goes into overdrive.
Axed England stars Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood will miss four upcoming internationals after being sent home in disgrace last night.
Philippe Coutinho looks set to stay at Barcelona in a new role under manager Ronald Koeman - ending Arsenal's hopes of signing him.


daily mirror
Conor Coady and Kalvin Phillips are set to win their first full England cap as Gareth Southgate prepares to experiment with a 3-4-3 in Denmark.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard hopes he can repair his relationship with Jurgen Klopp this season after his angry exchange with the Liverpool manager earlier this summer.
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has blasted the French FA (FFF) after they failed to inform the club Kylian Mbappe had tested positive for coronavirus.
Lyon forward Memphis Depay admits he is unsure where his future lies with Barcelona eyeing his signature.


daily express
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has reportedly blocked an approach from Newcastle to take Reds striker Rhian Brewster on loan next season.


the guardian
Saracens are resigned to losing Owen Farrell for their European Champions Cup quarter-final against Leinster this month after the England captain's red card against Wasps last weekend.


daily star
Manchester City are still hoping to sign Kalidou Koulibaly in a £75m deal - without having any direct contact with his club Napoli.
Mikel Arteta is resigned to Mesut Ozil seeing out the final year of his contract at Arsenal after bringing him back into the fold over the weekend.
Manchester United have two more transfers lined up after their plans to secure the signing of Jadon Sancho.


daily mail
Aston Villa have asked about Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez but are reluctant to meet Arsenal's asking price of around £20m.
Gareth Southgate is set to ring the changes for Tuesday's clash against Denmark with Trent Alexander-Arnold hopeful of a start.
West Ham are the first club to trial a ground-breaking new Covid-19 sanitiser tunnel that could help in the effort to get fans back into stadiums safely.
Middlesbrough are prepared to sell goalkeeper Aynsley Pears with one year remaining on his contract.
Newcastle could strip Joelinton of the club's famous No 9 shirt and hand it to new signing Callum Wilson.
EFL clubs are locked in a battle with HMRC over tax demands for up to hundreds of thousands of pounds that could leave them struggling to pay players next month.


daily record
Celtic will go back in with an improved £400,000 plus add-ons bid for Charlton star Alfie Doughty but are prepared to land him on a pre-contract deal in January if they can't agree a fee in this window.
Sampdoria owner Massimo Ferrero has sounded a note of defiance as Celtic continue to be linked to Omar Colley.


scottish sun
Craig Bryson is set to call time on his stay with Aberdeen with the 33-year-old midfielder in talks about terminating his deal eight months early.
 

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Wednesday's Newspapers:
9th September 2020



DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United's hopes of signing Sergio Reguilon are being held up by Real Madrid's insistence on a buy-back clause.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta may be one step closer to solving his goalkeeping conundrum after being offered the services of Alphonse Areola on a season-long loan from Paris Saint-Germain.



DAILY EXPRESS
Jurgen Klopp * will sit down for talks with Gini Wijnaldum over his future at Liverpool * on Wednesday, according to reports.
Chelsea star Kai Havertz has asked to take Fikayo Tomori's No 20 shirt for the upcoming Premier League season as the defender prepares to move to Everton on loan.
Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette had a phone call with Lyon chief Juninho Pernambucano earlier this year about returning to his former club on loan
THE SUN
Arsenal outcast Matteo Guendouzi has hinted he is staying - despite interest from Valencia.
Danny Rose is on his way out of Tottenham after being frozen out of Jose Mourinho's plans.
Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher is being chased by newly-promoted pair Leeds and West Brom as they weigh up loan moves.
John Stones plans to stay at Man City and fight for his place next season despite interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.
Wigan's potential new owners are willing to move ground to play at Leigh's rugby league stadium.

DAILY MAIL
Premier League clubs are set to replace the Black Lives Matter slogan on players' shirts with a patch promoting the competition's own anti-discrimination campaign.
Barcelona have made a bid of £7.2m to sign Manchester City defender Eric Garcia, according to reports in Spain.
Wolves are reportedly prepared to open up discussions with manager Nuno Espirito Santo over a new deal.
Watford striker Andre Gray is a loan target for West Bromwich Albion.
Jordan Lukaku, brother of Inter Milan forward Romelu, is weighing up a move to England as his club Lazio are willing to sell for around £5m.
Brentford goalkeeper David Raya is prepared to hand in a transfer request to try and force through a move to Arsenal.

DAILY STAR
Chelsea are on the verge of confirming the arrival of Edouard Mendy from Rennes.
Lewis Dunk has left the door open to a potential Chelsea transfer despite signing a new contract at Brighton.
Burnley have significantly lowered their James Tarkowski asking price as West Ham up their bid

THE GUARDIAN
A visit by Priti Patel, the home secretary, to leading stables in Newmarket has sparked a fresh attempt to revive horse racing's beleaguered finances.

DAILY RECORD
Hibs have launched an ambitious move to try and bring free agent Scott Fraser back to Scotland.



Leeds United are trying to persuade Paris St-Germain and Germany winger Julian Draxler, 26, to join the club. (RMC Sport - in French)

England centre-back John Stones, 26, is prepared to stay at Manchester City this season and fight for a place in Pep Guardiola's team. (Telegraph)

Chelsea and England defender Fikayo Tomori, 22, is close to a move to Everton on a season-long loan. (ESPN)

Barcelona are ready to rekindle their interest in Manchester City's Spanish defender Eric Garcia, 19. (Mundo Deportivo - in Spanish)

Manchester United's hopes of signing 23-year-old Spain left-back Sergio Reguilon are being held up by Real Madrid wanting a buy-back clause in any deal. (Mirror)

Leicester City look likely to beat Manchester United to the signature of Bournemouth and Wales winger David Brooks, 23. (Manchester Evening News)

Manchester United are willing to listen to offers for Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero, 33, with Aston Villa and Chelsea reportedly interested. (Express)

Wolves plan to open talks with manager Nuno Espirito Santo over a new three-year deal for the Portuguese. (Sun)

Liverpool * are considering selling England Under-21 striker Rhian Brewster, 20, this summer with a possible buy-back clause. (Sky Sports)

England left-back Dany Rose, 30, is set to leave Tottenham and favours a move abroad. (Sun)

Arsenal have been offered France goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, 27, on a season-long loan from Paris St-Germain. (Mirror)

Aston Villa want to seal a quick deal with Arsenal for Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 28, so that he arrives in time for their opening game of the new season on Sunday. (Mail)

West Brom are considering a loan move for Watford's English striker Andre Gray, 29. (Mail)

Sheffield United and Republic of Ireland forward Callum Robinson is to have a medical at West Brom. The 25-year-old is set for a permanent move to The Hawthorns after joining them on loan in January. (Sky Sports)

West Brom and Leeds United have intensified their interest in a loan deal for Chelsea and England Under-21 midfielder Conor Gallagher, 20. (Mail)

Bournemouth have made a bid to take Tottenham and United States defender Cameron Carter-Vickers, 22, on loan. (Football Insider)

Bournemouth also want to sign English forward Tyrese Campbell, 20, from Stoke City. (Express)
 

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Thursday's Newspapers:
10th September 2020



daily telegraph
Real Madrid will pay 50 per cent of Gareth Bale's salary to grant his wish to move away from the Bernabeu and pave the way for a return to the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta has been dealt a blow ahead of the Premier League season with David Luiz a serious doubt for the start of the campaign with a neck injury.


the times
William Saliba looks likely to make his Arsenal debut away to Fulham on Saturday after David Luiz suffered a neck injury.
Manchester City want £30m for Barcelona target Eric Garcia.
An esports franchise backed by David Beckham is to list in London within weeks.


daily mail
West Ham captain Mark Noble has held peace talks with the club's board after publicly denouncing their transfer policy last week.
Watford will not stand in Troy Deeney's way - with the long-serving striker set to leave the relegated club.
Arsenal are anticipating a third bid from Aston Villa for Emiliano Martinez as they hold out for close to £20m for the goalkeeper.


daily star
Arsenal trio Alexandre Lacazette, Rob Holding and Emiliano Martinez all look set to stay at the club - for now.
Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden will have the option of counselling to help them deal with their England shame.
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to sign Bournemouth striker Josh King but the club are yet to green light the move.
Rhian Brewster could end up going back to Swansea on loan - if Liverpool don't secure a Premier League move for the striker.
Liverpool * may have to hurry if they want to sign Thiago Alcantara with Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick insisting the midfielder remains in his plans for next season.


daily express
Arsenal could sell any of Hector Bellerin, Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Sead Kolasinac, Mohamed Elneny and Emiliano Martinez to raise funds to buy Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid.


the sun
Mason Greenwood will hold talks with Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - once he gets the all-clear from his Covid-19 test.
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has conceded that Manchester United target Dayot Upamecano could leave the club next summer.
Simon Grayson is set for a shock return to management with crisis club Wigan Athletic.


daily record
Boli Bolingoli is a step closer to a Celtic exit with Roma ready to make a move for the frozen out full back.


scottish sun
Celtic are plotting to snap up QPR's £5m-rated winger Bright Osayi-Samuel on the cheap.
Luckless St Mirren are at the centre of another COVID-19 scare after a first-team player tested positive and been forced to self-isolate.



Barcelona have contacted Arsenal over a potential move for Spain defender Hector Bellerin. (Sport - in Spanish)

French champions Paris St-Germain also want to sign right-back Bellerin and have made contact with the 25-year-old's representatives. (Independent)

Rennes have confirmed they are in talks with Chelsea over a deal for Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 28. (Goal)

Real Madrid are willing to pay half of Gareth Bale's wages to help the 31-year-old Wales forward leave the Spanish champions. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Arsenal are set to make a new bid for 22-year-old Lyon and France midfielder Houssem Aouar, after their initial offer of £31.2m was rejected. (Fabrizio Romano, via ESPN)

Meanwhile, the Gunners are also anticipating a third bid from Aston Villa for Emiliano Martinez as they hold out for close to £20m for the 28-year-old Argentine goalkeeper. (Mail)

Everton and Italy striker Moise Kean, 20, wants to return to Juventus a year after leaving the Serie A giants for the Toffees. (Calciomercato - in Italian)

Bournemouth want to re-sign Scotland winger Matt Richie from Newcastle United but have been unable to match the 30-year-old's personal terms. (Newcastle Chronicle)

Arsenal and Brazil centre-back David Luiz, 33, could miss the first month of the season after he aggravated a neck problem. (Telegraph - subscription required)

Aston Villa want to sign Bournemouth and Norway forward Joshua King, but the 28-year-old would prefer a move to Manchester United after a deal to go to Old Trafford broke down in the January transfer window. (The Athletic - subscription required)

Arsenal and France forward Alexandre Lacazette, 29, will seek clarification over his role in the team amid rumours the Gunners are willing to sell him this summer. (ESPN)

Watford will not stand in English striker Troy Deeney's way as the 32-year-old seeks a return to Premier League football. (Mail)

Simon Grayson is to be made Wigan Athletic manager by the League One club's administrators. (Sun)

Nottingham Forest are set to sign Paris St-Germain and France Under-21 defender Loic Mbe Soh, 19. (Goal - in French)

QPR winger Bright Osayi-Samuel, 22, wants Crystal Palace to make an offer for him. (Sky Sports)

Manchester United have signed 16-year-old Alejandro Garnacho from Atletico Madrid. The striker will arrive from Spain later this week but will have to quarantine for 14 days. (Manchester Evening News)
 

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Friday's Newspapers:
11th September 2020


daily mirror
Mason Greenwood was forced to train alone after reporting for Manchester United duty for the first time since his England shame.
Gareth Bale expects to return to fitness before the transfer window shuts boosting his hopes of a potential escape route from Real Madrid.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is on the brink of signing a new three-year contract with Arsenal which will see him usurp Mesut Ozil as the club's highest-paid player.
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud has reportedly agreed a deal in principle with Juventus as the Serie A giants target alternatives to Luis Suarez.
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has reportedly agreed terms over a four-year deal with Aston Villa.
Centre-back Wesley Fofana has pleaded with Saint-Etienne to accept Leicester City's reported £26m offer and let him join the Premier league side.


daily telegraph
Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has said the club must now find some "stability" as he and technical director Edu revealed the reasons for the dramatic restructuring behind the scenes this summer.
Manchester City have shown interest in Belgium forward Jeremy Doku and could use Vincent Kompany to land the teenager.
Daniel Ayala was the subject of interest from Blackburn Rovers after he left Middlesbrough in the summer but they expect to lose out in the race for him as there are clubs in Saudi Arabia willing to offer a lucrative contract.


the sun
Paris Saint-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel ruled out a move for Arsenal star Matteo Guendouzi in the aftermath of his side's 1-0 loss to Lens.


daily star
Frank Lampard has insisted a report claiming Mason Mount was disgruntled by Chelsea 's £72m signing of Kai Havertz was fabricated.
Barcelona's next presidential elections will take place on March 20 and 21 next year, it has been announced.


daily express
Chelsea would reportedly prefer to sell Jorginho over N'Golo Kante amid strong interest in the Frenchman from Inter Milan.
Tottenham are in the running for RB Salzburg sensation Patson Daka but he will not come cheap this summer.


the times
Former SNP justice secretary Kenny MacAskill has demanded a statement to parliament and an inquiry to explain the "malicious" wrongful prosecution of figures involved in the takeover of Rangers.
The FA may scrap a pilot event planned for Wembley later this month after the government's decision to limit the number of fans to 1,000, putting further doubt over the return of supporters to sport on October 1.
Gareth Southgate plans to hold talks with Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood after the England pair's indiscretions in Iceland.
Jonny Bairstow is set to lose his England central Test contract worth £600k when the new batch are announced next month.


daily mail
England international Ainsley Maitland-Niles will prioritise regular first-team football as he agonises over his future at boyhood club Arsenal, with Wolves busy preparing a new offer for the full-back.
Southampton are in talks with former Bordeaux owner Joseph DaGrosa over a £200m takeover of the club.
West Ham are in discussions with midfielder Jack Wilshere to cancel his contract by mutual consent.
Chelsea have rejected offers from Inter Milan for N'Golo Kante involving Christian Eriksen and Marcelo Brozovic, while Frank Lampard would rather sell Jorginho ahead of the French midfielder.
Ravel Morrison is in talks with Dutch clubs Vitesse Arnhem and FC Utrecht following his release from Sheffield United.
Tottenham are willing to loan out highly rated England Under-21 international goalkeeper Brandon Austin this window.


scottish sun
Roma have no interest in signing Celtic outcast Boli Bolingoli during this transfer window, according to reports.
 

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Saturday's Newspapers:
12th September 2020




daily mail
Real Madrid are planning a mass assault on the transfer market next summer, with the club in firm belief they can finally land Kylian Mbappe.
Barcelona will reportedly move to bring in Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin on loan.


daily telegraph
Emiliano Martinez's move away from Arsenal is edging closer, with the goalkeeper set to be left out of Mikel Arteta's squad to play Fulham on Saturday.
Phil Foden trained with Manchester City's squad for the first time on Friday in the wake of his England shame.
Jadon Sancho has admitted he is sometimes late for training due to a "sleeping problem" and still needs to improve his professionalism as Manchester United brace themselves for a battle of wills with Borussia Dortmund over the England winger.


daily mirror
Gareth Bale and Sergio Reguilon trained away from the rest of the Real Madrid squad on Friday as speculation over their respective futures rumbles on.
Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Giovanni Reyna as manager Jurgen Klopp ponders a future swoop for the Borussia Dortmund prospect.


the times
Manchester United have signed Charlie McNeill, the teenage striker who has scored more than 600 goals at youth level, from neighbours Manchester City.


daily express
Manchester United are considering pulling out of talks to sign Jadon Sancho after growing increasingly frustrated with Borussia Dortmund.
Chelsea have had their latest bid for Edouard Mendy accepted and the Rennes goalkeeper is ready to fly to London for a medical.


daily record
Manchester United are asking for a combined €30m (£27.7m) in transfer fees for two defenders who Ole Gunnar Solskjaer gave just 185 minutes of Premier League football to last season - Diogo Dalot and Marcos Rojo.
 

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Sunday's Newspapers:
13th September 2020




sunday express

Manchester United could make a stunning move for Real Madrid outcast Gareth Bale with frustration growing over their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho.
Manchester City are looking to get one over their cross-city rivals Manchester United as they have reportedly opened talks with RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano.
Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman has made Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah his top transfer target.


THE SUN ON SUNDAY

Arsenal are ready to up their bid for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya and are prepared to spend £10m on the shotstopper, with Emiliano Martinez set to leave the club.

Leicester will have to pay a stunning £50m for Bournemouth star David Brooks.

Manchester United's pursuit of Real Madrid's Sergio Reguilon has been given a huge boost, with Sevilla reportedly closing in on a replacement left-back, after having given up hope of signing Reguilon permanently.

Paul Pogba has trademarked his famous dab goal celebration - paving the way for the launch of his lifestyle brand.
FIFA has threatened walking football group the Federation of International Walking Football Associations with legal action over its "similar" name.
Manchester City hope Sergio Aguero will be fit for the start of the season after a rapid recovery from injury.


sunday mirror

Kevin De Bruyne believes Liverpool will still be Manchester City's main rivals for the title this season despite their lack of transfer activity.
Jack Wilshere will not be forced out of West Ham with the club trying to negotiate a termination of his £100,000-a-week contract.
Dani Ceballos insisted there are "no problems here" in a picture on Instagram with Eddie Nketiah after the pair's bust-up before Arsenal played Fulham.
Philippe Coutinho has returned to Barcelona seemingly with high hopes of having a part to play in Ronald Koeman's team.


daily mail

Aston Villa are in talks with Lyon over a £19m deal for winger Bertrand Traore.
Chris Smalling has continued training away from the first team squad after asking Manchester United to resolve his future with Roma.
Chelsea have agreed a deal worth up to £25m with Rennes for goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.
Liverpool have reportedly agreed a £1.8m deal for Brazilian goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga from Fluminese as the Premier League champions make their second signing of the summer.
Leicester City target Wesley Fofana has turned down the offer of a new contract from St Etienne as he pushes for a move to England.
Leeds are interested in signing Chelsea's 20-year-old English midfielder Conor Gallagher.
Burnley will make an £8m move for Mainz and Sweden attacking midfielder Robin Quaison.
Crystal Palace look to have a clear path to sign Brentford's Said Benrahma after their major rivals pulled out the race to land the winger.


sunday mail

Celtic have been left frustrated after Stefan Nikolic decided against fulfilling a deal with the Hoops and signed a new contract with West Sydney Wanderers in Australia instead.



SCOTTISH SUN ON SUNDAY

Rangers target Jacob Murphy is reportedly interested in a loan switch to Ibrox from Newcastle.
 

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Monday's Newspapers:
14th September 2020


the sun
Barcelona want Mohamed Salah and the Liverpool winger is eager to make the move, according to Ronald Koeman's close friend and Ajax record appearance holder Sjaak Swart.
Kylian Mbappe will spark a £400m battle between the Manchester giants, Liverpool and Real Madrid.


daily telegraph
Manchester United are ready to walk away from a summer deal for Jadon Sancho and have made enquiries over alternative forwards such as Gareth Bale, Douglas Costa and Ivan Perisic.
Emiliano Martinez, one of the heroes of Arsenal's FA Cup triumph last season, has agreed a four-year deal with Aston Villa but the transfer was on Sunday night being held up by contractual complications.
Arsenal have held talks with French club Dijon over a deal for Iceland goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson.
Brentford have moved closer to signing Saman Ghoddos after the Iran midfielder was not included in the Amiens squad at the weekend.
Liverpool are set to sign 17-year-old Brazilian goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga for £1.8m.
Wolves are poised to make another attempt to sign Ainsley Maitland-Niles from Arsenal.


daily mail
Tottenham head coach Jose Mourinho is interested in joining former club Manchester United in the race to sign Sergio Regulion.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will speak to Mason Greenwood about his private life after the Manchester United striker landed himself in trouble for the second time in a week.
Ex-Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness believes Liverpool and Manchester United are 'blackmailing' the Champions League winners over the signing of Thiago Alcantara.
The FA has launched an investigation after a player was allegedly subjected to racist abuse from the crowd, leading to an FA Cup tie being abandoned.


daily star
Edouard Mendy's £23m move to Chelsea is "almost done" after the Rennes goalkeeper completed his medical in west London over the weekend.
Manchester United will be offered an alternative to Sergio Reguilon in the form of Porto star Alex Telles.
Chris Smalling is close to an exit from Manchester United with Roma desperate for a move.


the times
Tottenham Hotspur want to sign Alexander Sorloth but their hopes depend on striking a deal to end his two-year loan at Trabzonspor.


the independent
Arsenal are in the hunt for the French 21-year-old Mounir Chouiar and want him to offer another option on the left hand-side of their attack.


daily express
Thiago Alacantara has "obviously" agreed a contract with Liverpool or Manchester United - perhaps even both clubs, suspects former Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness.
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is not yet willing to let Diogo Dalot leave the club.
Trabzonspor president Ahmet Agaoglu has revealed the club are in talks with Tottenham over a deal for Alexander Sorloth.


scottish sun
Rangers target Bongani Zungu has reignited speculation of a move to Ibrox - by suggesting on social media he no longer plays for French side Amiens.
Former Rangers administrator David Grier is suing the Crown for £2m over his wrongful arrest during the takeover probe.
SFA compliance officer Clare Whyte could review Ryan Edwards' challenge on Alfredo Morelos.
Hearts have been given the go ahead to play friendlies against non-Covid testing teams.
Aberdeen's potential Euro opponents Sporting Lisbon have been caught up in a Covid-19 crisis.


daily record
Rangers will ramp up their pursuit of new recruits with a deal for their top target, Preston star Daniel Johnson, edging closer.
 

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Tuesday's Newspapers:
15th September 2020



the guardian
An American consortium proposing a takeover of West Ham is preparing an improved offer for the club after its opening bid of £350m was rejected last month.
Manchester United are preparing an opening offer for Sergio Reguilon but are unwilling to match Real Madrid's £27.2m valuation of the Spain defender.
Arsenal could allow Lucas Torreira to leave on loan before the end of the transfer window, with Fiorentina and Torino both interested in signing the Uruguay midfielder.


daily mirror
Jose Mourinho is facing a dressing room backlash after branding Tottenham players as "lazy".
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is set to hold talks with Mason Greenwood after a difficult couple of weeks for the teenager.


daily express
Udinese midfielder Rodrigo De Paul confirmed he wants to join Leeds United this summer in a tweet he has now deleted.



the times
Gareth Bale is open to the possibility of joining Manchester United this summer if a deal can be struck with Real Madrid.



the sun
Manchester United are ready to offer Gareth Bale a short-term deal after losing patience over Jadon Sancho.
West Ham are ready to offer Arsenal a stunning £5m rental deal for centre-back Rob Holding.
Manchester United are weighing up a move for Valencia's Uros Racic and are set to add Spanish wonderkid Alejandro Garnacho to their ranks.
Arsenal outcast Sead Kolasinac has become a transfer target for West Ham as David Moyes attempts to land a new left-back.
Crisis club Wigan Athletic are a target for a rescue bid from the Middle East-based business group MBuzz.


daily mail
Manchester City are considering a move for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez as Pep Guardiola looks to sign another centre-back before the transfer window closes.
Barcelona have agreed a £28m deal to bring Lyon winger Memphis Depay to the Nou Camp.
Tottenham are lining up a bid for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Bas Dost following Jose Mourinho's complaints about the laziness of his squad.
Barnsley have held talks with other EFL clubs about a shock move away from Oakwell amid a furious row over the purchase of the ground - and could even play their home games in Lancashire.
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has become football's second billionaire after Cristiano Ronaldo.


daily star
Former Chelsea star Oscar has revealed old team-mates Willian and David Luiz are trying to convince him to join Arsenal - but he would prefer a return to Stamford Bridge.
Napoli have set a strict deadline for clubs who are interested in signing Kalidou Koulibaly, which means Manchester United and Manchester City will have to act fast to land the defender.
Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero could be set to head back to Argentina this summer.
Tottenham defender Danny Rose only discovered he would not be part of Jose Mourinho's squad this season when he was left out of the club's squad-number announcement on Friday.


daily telegraph
Borussia Dortmund manager Lucien Favre expects Jadon Sancho to increase his value by improving his game this season before Manchester United return to the market for the England forward.
The English Football League wants a £22m financial bailout from the Premier League for every month the season continues without supporters.
Aston Villa are poised to take their summer spending to £75m with the captures of Emiliano Martinez and Bertrand Traore.
Slaven Bilic is set to complete the signing of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher for West Brom on a season-long loan.


daily record
Anthony Stokes is set to leave Livingston without kicking a ball, as the striker expresses concern over training on an artificial pitch.


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Celtic are poised to launch a third bid of around £800,000 to try to land Charlton kid Alfie Doughty.
St Mirren 'keeper Peter Urminsky has been given the all-clear from coronavirus.
 

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16th September 2020



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Tottenham were thrashing out a deal on Tuesday night to see former hero Gareth Bale make a sensational return to the club - with Dele Alli a possibility to move the other way.
England manager Gareth Southgate has been given the green light to attend Premier League matches again.
Juventus are growing pessimistic over completing a deal for Luis Suarez due to issues with the Uruguayan securing Italian citizenship.
Arsenal have turned down an approach from Sheffield United for their striker prospect Folarin Balogun.
Prospective new Arsenal signing Runar Alex Runarsson may have some explaining to do after tweets surfaced in which he insulted Arsene Wenger.
Bayern Munich forward Kingsley Coman is set to miss Friday's Bundesliga opener against Schalke as he is self-isolating at home after he had contact with a person infected with coronavirus.
A Premier League club has been forced to pay for their lower-league Carabao Cup opponents to be tested for Covid-19 this week.
The Government has received a proposal from a British technology company about an app to solve the dilemma of getting spectators back into stadiums.
County cricket is to be spared from the ECB's new austerity measures despite the governing body slashing its own workforce by a sixth and saving 20 per cent in wages.


the sun
Tottenham are on the brink of re-signing Gareth Bale in a stunning £20m loan deal and hijacking Manchester United's move for Madrid defender Sergio Reguilon.
Wilfried Zaha is set to miss out on a transfer exit due to Crystal Palace's £45m demands and his age.
West Ham have rejected a second offer of £400m to buy the club from an American consortium.
Stoke striker Benik Afobe is joining Turkish club Trabzonspor for a season.


daily mirror
Moise Kean and Alex Iwobi could be shown the door at Everton following a summer of new arrivals.
Fans remain set to return to sporting venues next month despite a recent surge in coronavirus cases across the country.


daily telegraph
Burnley are in crisis with manager Sean Dyche and chairman Mike Garlick's relationship having severely deteriorated and the club's drastic need for new signings thrown into turmoil by the prospect of a takeover.
The charity arm of the Professional Footballers' Association will review its link with the union as it prepares for life after Gordon Taylor and the organisation's biggest overhaul in a generation.
The Government will on Wednesday be urged to tackle "deeply misogynistic behaviours" in British sport and introduce new regulation to safeguard female athletes.


daily record
Rangers will be hoping it is plain sailing in Gibraltar - after booking a £120m super yacht for their Europa League stay.
Scotland's top-flight clubs are hoping for government permission to keep on staging pilot matches with hundreds of supporters - while England's Premier League big boys are demanding thousands are let in from the start of next month.
Scotland's most cash-strapped clubs look set to be hit with huge coronavirus testing bills to allow them to compete against top-flight teams in next month's Betfred Cup relaunch.


scottish sun
Hamilton fear a group hug celebration at Livingston led to their coronavirus outbreak.
Seething St Mirren manager Jim Goodwin claims Hampden bosses would not have forced the Old Firm to play without a 'keeper.


the guardian
UK Athletics is planning to cut all its major events staff responsible for staging prestigious Diamond League meetings and also intends to reduce its anti-doping team.


the times
Everton will consider offers for an entire team of players, including Gylfi Sigurdsson and Theo Walcott, as they look to claw back money after their summer spending spree.
EFL clubs have launched a concerted campaign to lobby politicians to allow fans back into grounds from October 1, fearing "catastrophic consequences" for the clubs and their communities if they are kept out.
As talks continue between the RFU and UK Sport over who will finance a Great Britain sevens rugby programme, England players have had to launch their own fundraising scheme to keep their Olympic dreams alive.
 

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Thursday's Newspapers:
17th September 2020




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Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly spoken to Jadon Sancho to assure him that a deal is close to being agreed.
Arsenal centre-back Rob Holding is ready to snub a possible loan move to fight for his place in Mikel Arteta's team.
Mason Greenwood has had a stern talking to from Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly interested in bringing Arsenal left-back Sead Kolasinac back to the Bundesliga.
Manchester United could land Juventus midfielder Sami Khedira on a free transfer.


daily star
Arsenal are reportedly hopeful they can secure the signing of Dijon goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson in time for him to make the squad for this weekend.
Liverpool are reportedly prepared to sell striker Rhian Brewster in the coming weeks, but only if a buy-back clause is placed in the deal.


daily telegraph
Dele Alli's Tottenham future could be in doubt after Jose Mourinho left the midfielder out of the Europa League squad.


daily mirror
Danny Rose is set to join Genoa after being frozen out at Tottenham.
A number of Liverpool's youth prospects joined Jurgen Klopp's first-team training session on Wednesday ahead of this weekend's huge clash against Chelsea.
Manchester United's Mason Greenwood and Man City's Phil Foden have both made the final shortlist for the 2020 Golden Boy Award.
Chelsea may let Fikayo Tomori go on loan to Rennes for the season in order to sign goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.


daily mail
DeIe Alli has not been included in the squad to face Lokomotiv Plovdiv as he faces the prospect of leaving Tottenham with Inter Milan and PSG interested.
Ronald Koeman is reportedly unable to take charge of Barcelona in an official game, leaving the club's plans for the new season in jeopardy.
The staggering revelation that the PFA is paying its finance director close to £350,000-a-year has caused outrage at Football League clubs who are fighting for survival.
Premier League clubs are bracing themselves for another £100m of losses amid fears that the return of fans may be delayed until November.
Paris Saint-Germain's players are losing faith in boss Thomas Tuchel and feel his only tactic is to give the ball to Neymar.
Diego Costa is being chased by Turkish side Fenerbahce as the striker prepares to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.


daily express
Arsenal will soon make an offer of over £36m for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.


the guardian
The administrators trying to find a buyer for Wigan Athletic fear the club could become the next Macclesfield because of the difficulty of finding willing investors during the pandemic.


the times
Sports leaders are bracing themselves for a possible month's delay to the return of fans or the prospect of having greatly reduced numbers in stadiums.


daily record
Kelty Hearts boss Barry Ferguson has pleaded with the SPFL not to force cash strapped clubs all over the country into being priced out of playing in this season's Betfred Cup.


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Queens Park Rangers are weighing up a move for Ibrox outcast Jordan Jones.
 

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Friday's Newspapers:
18th September 2020


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Manchester City have discussed Sevilla defender Jules Kounde as a potential alternative to Kalidou Koulibaly.
Liverpool and West Ham are among several Premier League clubs offering to pay for EFL opponents to be tested for COVID-19 ahead of next week's Carabao Cup ties.
Premier League clubs are demanding that the Championship introduce a wage cap before they agree to provide financial support for the EFL.
Borussia Dortmund will complete the signing of Manchester City wonderkid Jamie Bynoe-Gittens by the start of next week.
Tottenham will place Gareth Bale on an intensive training programme to get him fully firing for his sensational return to English football.
Ronald Koeman could be without his star man Lionel Messi for three games, including El Clasico against Real Madrid, if the Argentine goes off on international duty next month.
Connah's Quay Nomads boss Andy Morrison admits he 'had to turn a blind eye' after three players turned up feeling unwell for their Europa League qualifier against Dinamo Tbilisi with four others having already tested positive for Covid-19.
Liverpool have enquired about Ismaila Sarr and discussed his situation with Watford, with the Reds weighing up their transfer options.
Erling Haaland is confident that Jadon Sancho will stay at Borussia Dortmund despite interest from Manchester United.


daily mirror
Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov reportedly has no plans to launch a Manchester United takeover bid, despite speculation.
Ferran Torres insists he is not overawed at following in the footsteps of his boyhood hero David Silva.
Barcelona's chaotic summer has taken more twists with Quique Setien launching legal action against the club and Josep Maria Bartomeu facing a vote of no confidence.


daily star
Thiago is having a medical on Friday and Liverpool could move for £40m rated Ismaila Sarr next.
Lucas Torreira is closing in on a move away from Arsenal, with reports suggesting Torino are in talks over a potential loan deal for the midfielder.
Arsenal 'agreed terms' with Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar on a long-term contract two weeks ago.


the sun
Juventus have paid £17m to cancel Gonzalo Higuain's contract with the striker set to join Inter Miami.
West Brom are trying to hijack Mbwana Samatta's move out of neighbours Aston Villa to Turkey.
Quique Setien will take legal action against Barcelona after revealing he was only officially sacked yesterday.


daily express
Manchester United reportedly ended their interest in Thiago Alcantara after he demanded a salary of £200,000-a-week.
Chelsea are set to launch an audacious bid to sign Declan Rice from West Ham in the final piece of their blockbuster spending spree, according to reports.


daily telegraph
Tottenham Hotspur's transfer spending - including the imminent return of Gareth Bale - is not a concern for the Bank of England who agreed a £175m taxpayer-backed loan to the club in June.
Georgia's place in the Autumn Nations Cup will not be threatened by an extraordinary incident in which the union's vice president shot a player in the leg.


the guardian
Tottenham have had a formal approach for Danny Ings rejected by Southampton, who remain hopeful of securing the England striker to a new contract.


the times
Fifa has ordered West Ham to pay Eintracht Frankfurt £5.2m after a dispute between the two clubs over money owed from the transfer of the striker Sebastien Haller.
Roy Hodgson is open to offering Nathaniel Clyne a second spell at Crystal Palace.
Sergio Aguero is unlikely to be fit for Manchester City's first match of the season away to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday.
 

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Saturday's Newspapers:
19th September 2020



the sun
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling is wanted by Antonio Conte's Inter Milan.
Gareth Bale's season-long loan deal at Spurs could even be extended for a further year until the end of next season, when his Bernabeu contract is due to expire.
United have agreed a five-year deal with Porto's Alex Telles but the clubs are haggling over the transfer fee with Paris Saint-Germain also showing interest.
Ralph Hasenhuttl has no fears of Danny Ings' head being turned following Tottenham's failed approach to sign him.
Steven Gerrard is giving a trial to former Arsenal youngster Nathan Tormey at Glasgow Rangers.
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly set to snap up another young English star in Manchester City's Jamie Bynoe-Gitten.
Chelsea are plotting a transfer swoop for Declan Rice to finish off their summer spending spree.


daily telegraph
Gareth Bale's loan deal will cost Tottenham a 'bargain' £9m, with chairman Daniel Levy negotiating a deal under the terms of which Spurs will pay £220,000-a-week of his £600,000-a-week Real wages.
Aston Villa are set to seal the £19m signing of Bertrand Traore, but Dean Smith has revealed that forward Wesley may not return from his knee injury until next year.
Frank Lampard has confirmed Cesar Azpiliceuta will retain the Chelsea captaincy this season, even though he is no longer guaranteed a starting place.
Phil Neville has confirmed he wants the Football Association to make him manager of the Great Britain team for next summer's Olympic games in Tokyo even though he has already decided to step down as England's head coach.
Mikel Arteta said he had feared Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang would not commit his future to Arsenal as he revealed that the club captain held significant doubts about signing a new deal last season.


daily mirror
Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson has reportedly visited London Colney to complete his Arsenal transfer.


daily mail
David de Gea is set to start the season in goal for Manchester United with a warning from manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer that his place is under threat from Dean Henderson.
Real Madrid have assigned Bale's number 11 shirt to Marco Asensio before the Welshman has completed his move to Tottenham.
England manager Gareth Southgate and the FA are furious over Manchester United's claim that Mason Greenwood was called up for his senior debut and exposed to the media glare against the club's wishes.
Jurgen Klopp has revealed that new signing Thiago Alcantara could make his debut against title rivals Chelsea on Sunday.
The PFA have not asked any of their 62 employees to take a pay-cut during the coronavirus pandemic and have paid them in full, including Gordon Taylor's £2m salary.
Leicester City will listen to offers for Demarai Gray after agreeing terms with Roma for winger Cengiz Under.


the times
James Rodríguez moved from Real Madrid to Everton on a free transfer according to Banfield in Argentina, one of his former clubs.


scottish sun
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has revealed the club are set to bring a psychologist on board for an 'extra edge' in their bid for ten-in-a-row.
Lower league SPFL clubs have been ordered to submit to costly Premiership testing standards - or forfeit their Betfred Cup ties.


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Ambitious Dundee are set to sign Jamaican forward Nicholas Hamilton on-loan.
 

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Sunday's Newspapers:
20th September 2020


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Manchester United are set to launch a last-minute bid for Jadon Sancho - and are confident Borussia Dortmund will be forced to accept a cut-price fee.
Manchester United are looking to find keeper Sergio Romero a new club after his Europa League heartbreak.
Arsenal's bid to sign Lyon star Houssem Aouar is under threat - after their club's president Jean-Michel Aulas warned he will only be sold for £44m.
Leeds are planning a second attempt to sign speedy Welsh winger Dan James.


sunday mirror
Wolves are eyeing an ambitious move for Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Georginio Wijnaldum's future has been thrown into confusion after Barcelona were banned by La Liga rulers from signing the Kop star.
Eddie Nketiah says he and Dani Ceballos have put their angry confrontation firmly behind them after the pair linked up to score Arsenal's winner over West Ham.
Sergio Romero could be on the way out of Old Trafford - with Valencia pushing to end his stay at Manchester United.
Ed Woodward's Manchester United programme notes suggest no more big-money signings will be coming through the door this month.


daily star sunday
Tottenham want to sign Jesse Lingard in a £30m deal and rescue him from his Manchester United nightmare.


sunday telegraph
Chelsea have finally agreed a £20m deal to sign goalkeeper Edouard Mendy from French club Rennes.
Gareth Bale will not make his Spurs return debut until after the October international break after his medical confirmed he is carrying a knee injury.


mail on sunday
Manchester City have stepped up negotiations with Sevilla for their French centre-back Jules Kounde after having an opening offer rejected.
English football is divided over whether it is still relevant to 'take a knee' before matches.
Victor Osimhen believes that Napoli is the best club for him right now even though he rejected several Premier League clubs this summer ahead of the Serie A move.


the observer
Ilkay Gundogan says Manchester City need to be much more consistent this season if they are going to challenge for another Premier League title.


sunday times
Nottingham Forest manager Sabri Lamouchi says he is still the right man to be in charge at the City Ground despite a winless run that raises questions over the Frenchman's future.


sunday mail
Lille had a £17m bid for Alfredo Morelos knocked back earlier in the transfer window, but could come back in for the Colombia international before the window shuts.
Sporting are determined to get their Europa League tie against Aberdeen on - even if they have to field players from their B team.



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Monday's Newspapers:
21st September 2020


daily record
AC Milan will try to sign Fiorentina ace Nikola Milenkovic before making any move for Celtic's Kristoffer Ajer.



daily star
Chelsea are set to confirm the transfer of Edouard Mendy after Kepa made another mistake in goal for Chelsea.
Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is reportedly attracting interest from Zenit St Petersburg.


daily telegraph
Paris Saint-Germain are in talks to sign Dele Alli, the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder who is upset and confused after being omitted from the Spurs squad for a successive second game.
Leicester have made an enquiry over Jonathan Tah being available on a loan from Bayer Leverkusen.
Leeds United are monitoring Atalanta midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi as they attempt to add to Marcelo Bielsa's squad.
Arsenal centre-back Calum Chambers is a loan option for West Ham as David Moyes looks to add defenders to his squad.


daily express
Liverpool have no intention of selling Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, despite the recent strengthening of their squad.
Arsenal have reportedly asked to include Lucas Torreira in a deal to sign Thomas Partey as Atletico Madrid try to take the Uruguayan to the Spanish capital.
Luke Shaw has called on the Manchester United board to further invest in the squad following their opening-day defeat to Crystal Palace.


daily mail
Crystal Palace have emerged as favourites to sign Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster as the Premier League champions look to offload up to five players to offset spending.
Chelsea have applied for planning permission to install seven pole-mounted CCTV cameras at their Cobham training base.
Tottenham players have been left stunned after Dele Alli was not included in the squad to face Southampton.


the sun
Manchester City have reportedly agreed personal terms with Sevilla defender Jules Kounde.
Chelsea do not have the option to buy back youngster Tariq Lamptey - leaving Blues fans devastated.
Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi is reportedly a transfer target for Serie A sides Lazio and Napoli.
John McGinn has slammed the cynics who claim Aston Villa survived last season only because of the biggest high-tech mess-up in Premier League history.
Former striker Tony Cascarino thinks Manchester United should replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa.


the times
A thousand fans will be allowed into Italian football stadiums for top-flight games this month, marking a cautious return to normality in Europe's first coronavirus hotspot.
Chelsea Digital Ventures (CDV), the innovation division of the Premier League football club, is launching an app to help workers identify Covid-19 symptoms.
Dele Alli was left out of Tottenham Hotspur's matchday squad for the second game in a row today and faces an uncertain future, with Jose Mourinho keen to secure the signing of Jesse Lingard.


daily record
AC Milan will try to sign Fiorentina ace Nikola Milenkovic before making any move for Celtic's Kristoffer Ajer.


Tottenham players were left stunned after England midfielder Dele Alli, who has been linked with a move to Paris St-Germain, was left out of the squad which beat Southampton on Sunday. (Mail)



Germany defender Antonio Rudiger's future at Chelsea is in doubt after he was left of of the squad which lost to Liverpool on Sunday, despite the 27-year-old being fully fit. (Mail)


Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says the club are not in negotiations with Alexandre Lacazette over a new contract, with the 29-year-old France striker having less than two years left on his current deal. (Mirror)



Arsenal and Germany centre-back Shkodran Mustafi, 28, is a target for Lazio and Napoli and the Gunners are open to offers. (Sun)



The Gunners want to include Uruguay midfielder Lucas Torreira, 24, in a deal to sign Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, 27, from Atletico Madrid. (El Gol, via Express)



Fulham have made a bid for Sassuolo defender Marlon and, according to the Italian club's director Giovanni Carnevali, talks are taking place over a deal for the 25-year-old. (Sky Sports Italia, via Football Italia)



Brazil defender Alex Telles, 27, insists he is remaining focused on playing for Porto, despite being linked with a move to Manchester United. (Sport TV, via Metro)



Manchester United's England left-back Luke Shaw, 25, says the club need to make more signings to strengthen the Old Trafford side's squad. (TV2, via Manchester Evening News)



Manchester City have had an opening bid for French defender Jules Kounde rejected by Sevilla. (Mirror)



However, the 21-year-old centre-back has reportedly agreed personal terms with Pep Guardiola's side. (Foot Mercato - in French)



Crystal Palace are leading the race to sign Liverpool's 20-year-old striker Rhian Brewster, with Sheffield United and West Brom also interested in the England Under-21 international. (Mail)



Liverpool * have no intention of selling 27-year-old England midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who was linked with being a target for Wolves. (Mirror)



Leicester City are set to join Tottenham in wanting to sign Beijing Guoan and South Korea defender Kim Min-jae, 23. (90min)



Former Manchester United midfielder Ravel Morrison, 27, is set to join Dutch club ADO Den Haag following his release by Sheffield United. (Omroep West, via Football Oranje)



Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal, 33, will have a medical in Italy on Monday prior to completing a move from Barcelona to Inter Milan. (Marca)
 
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Tuesday's Newspapers:
22nd September 2020



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Liverpool are reportedly in regular contact with Kylian Mbappe over a summer move in 2021 - but the Reds face competition from Real Madrid.
Daniel Levy won't allow Dele Alli to leave on the cheap, with the Tottenham chairman preferring a loan move for the PSG and Inter Milan target.
West Ham and Newcastle are among the clubs showing an interest in Juventus defender Daniele Rugani.
Ravel Morrison has signed for Dutch side ADO Den Haag until the end of the Eredivisie season.
Edinson Cavani is reportedly being eyed as a forward option by LaLiga champions Real Madrid.


the sun
Everton have slapped an £80m price tag on Manchester United target Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Sevilla have confirmed they turned down a bid for Manchester City target Jules Kounde.
Fulham are in talks over Sassuolo centre-back Marlon Santos after leaking seven goals in their first two games.
Jack Grealish donated £2,000 to his former Aston Villa team-mate Lewis Kinsella after he suffered a serious injury.
Schalke boss David Wagner reportedly faces the sack just one game into the new season after being humiliated 8-0 by Bayern Munich.


daily telegraph
Sergio Aguero believes he could be back for Manchester City within a month, not the two months feared by Pep Guardiola.
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy is ready to play hardball with any clubs interested in signing Dele Alli before the transfer window shuts.
British sport was on the brink of financial implosion on Monday night after government forecasts of a devastating Covid-19 second wave raised fears that competitions and clubs would be folding within weeks.
French police have opened a preliminary investigation into possible doping within the France-based Arkéa-Samsic squad at this year's Tour de France.


daily express
Manchester United are reportedly keen on Ismaila Sarr and could land the Watford winger on a season-long loan, according to reports.


daily star
Manchester United might be nearing a deal for Alex Telles - but it won't include Diogo Dalot.


scottish sun
Lille will test Rangers' resolve with a take-it-or-leave-it bid of £18m for striker Alfredo Morelos.
Scott McKenna will complete his move to Nottingham Forest on Tuesday - and bank Aberdeen a potential £6m sell-on fee.
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard hopes to bring in Daniel Johnson this week as the Preston star wants the Rangers switch.


daily record
AC Milan technical director Paolo Maldini claims the Serie A giants are not currently working on a deal to sign Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer.
Scottish football is on Covid-19 red alert as the Scottish government edged towards a tightening of the lockdown which looks set to kick the return of fans into the long grass.


the guardian
The government is set to pause its plans for the partial return of fans to all sports stadiums on 1 October because of the rapid spike in Covid-19 cases.


the times
Jesse Lingard was surprised by his omission from the Manchester United squad on Saturday as speculation about his future continues.
 

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Manchester United are monitoring Ajax's Nicolas Tagliafico - as a possible alternative to Alex Telles.
Manchester United have reportedly slapped an £18m price-tag on Chris Smalling.
Mohamed Elneny's Arsenal future is in doubt after his agent reportedly travelled to Turkey to deal with offers from Galatasaray and Trabzonspor.


daily mirror
Juventus star Douglas Costa is emerging as a surprise target for Wolves.
Manchester United are reportedly not willing to sell Daniel James this summer despite the 22-year-old winger being strongly linked with a move to Leeds.


daily mail
PSG are confident Dele Alli wants to join the club as talks with Tottenham continue over a 12-month loan deal.
A split has opened up in the Premier League over the Covid chaos surrounding this week's Carabao Cup ties.
The RFU now need a Government bail-out to save English rugby, with the union braced to miss out on £138m with no crowds set to fill grounds for the foreseeable future.


daily express
Gini Wijnaldum has rejected a new Liverpool contract, according to reports.
Liverpool are currently negotiating wages with Ismaila Sarr after reaching an agreement with Watford according to reports in France.
Jesse Lingard was given a chance to impress boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during Manchester United's 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Luton Town but the head coach was coy over his midfielder's future after the final whistle.
Chelsea could be in line for a huge transfer windfall to help their bid for Declan Rice, as Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly eyeing up a move to sign Tiemoue Bakayoko.


the guardian
Frank Lampard has opened the door to Antonio Rüdiger and Callum Hudson-Odoi leaving Chelsea after saying he will look to trim his squad before the transfer window shuts.
The UK government is ready to rescue up to eight sports facing a financial black hole.


daily telegraph
Barcelona have made a renewed bid to sign Norwich defender Max Aarons, with a £5m offer to take him on an initial season's loan.
The Premier League and Government are on a collision course over a rescue package for British sport totalling more than £1bn.
Everton teenager Anthony Gordon has sought answers from manager Carlo Ancelotti about his absence from the Premier League squad.
Arsenal face competition from a Champions League club in the race for midfielder Houssem Aouar, who will wait before making a decision on his future.
Saracens could be left in limbo next season as several Championship clubs warned that they "cannot afford" to start the season without crowds.


daily star
Arsenal defender Sokratis will reportedly only join Napoli should Kalidou Koulibaly depart the Serie A giants.
Manchester United have ended their pursuit of Ousmane Dembele after being priced out of a move for the Barcelona star.


scottish sun
Oldham are trying to land Rangers midfielder Jamie Barjonas on loan.
Morton are set to complete a deal to land Rangers striker Josh McPake on loan.
Motherwell have kicked off contract talks with Allan Campbell - amid fears they could lose him for buttons.
Jim McInally fears some SPFL clubs could go bust by Christmas if fans are still locked out.


daily record
Stoke manager Michael O'Neill insists it's "highly unlikely" James McClean will join Celtic in the coming weeks.
Scottish football could be weeks away from a "catastrophic" collapse after Boris Johnson revealed fans could be locked out of the game for the next six months.


the times
Bernard Laporte, the vice-chairman of World Rugby, was placed in police custody yesterday along with four other French rugby figures over corruption allegations in a scandal that threatens to taint the 2023 World Cup, which will be held in France.
 

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Thursday's Newspapers:
24th September 2020



daily telegraph
Porto left-back Alex Telles has signalled his determination to move to Manchester United, with the club still trying to drive down the €40m (£36.6m) release clause in his contract.
Aston Villa's head coach Dean Smith is weighing up a bid to sign Chelsea's Ross Barkley on loan.
Premier League clubs are resigned to having to bail out the English Football League and are expected to impose strict conditions on a support package worth up to £250m to their lower-league counterparts.
David Moyes will manage West Ham's match against Wolves remotely if he receives confirmation that he must continue to self-isolate.
Antonio Rudiger is set to leave Chelsea before the transfer window shuts after being left out of Frank Lampard's squad for a second game in succession.
The Professional Footballers' Association is advertising for new non-executive directors to appoint chief executive Gordon Taylor's successor, with candidates to be offered £40,000 a year for between one and two days' work a month.
Plans to get fans back into stadiums will be stepped up this week when the Government unveils a "crack team" charged with finding high-tech solutions to a shutout it has extended for up to another six months.
The community leisure sector is urging the Government to fast-track immediate financial help amid the ongoing debate over whether professional football should be included in the sports bailout.


daily mail
Premier League clubs are almost half a billion pounds down in transfer revenue this year with under a fortnight to go until the window closes, partly because players are reluctant to move due to the pandemic.
David Sullivan has warned West Ham may end the transfer window without any new additions.
Premier League clubs fear a PR backlash if they do not organise a speedy cash bailout for financially troubled EFL clubs.
Bournemouth have tested their players for Covid ahead of Thursday night's Carabao Cup clash with Manchester City.
UEFA are expected to announce that managers will be allowed to use five substitutes in this season's Champions League and Europa League on Thursday, in a ruling that could put English clubs at a significant disadvantage.
Two of Steve Bruce's senior Newcastle United medical staff have been stood down from their roles amid an internal investigation.
Manchester City defender Nicolas Otamendi is attracting interest from Porto and Inter Milan but the 32-year-old could yet be pushed into negotiations with Sevilla for Jules Kounde.
Aston Villa are interested in a potential loan deal for Chelsea's Ross Barkley or team-mate Ruben Loftus Cheek as they look to strengthen their midfield.
The Professional Footballers' Association are under growing pressure to financially support the Covid-19 testing of EFL players.


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Manchester United could miss out on a staggering £111m in matchday income this season if fans are forced to stay away from Old Trafford.
Premier League clubs could be facing an international Covid-19 row after the global players' union raised fears over next month's opening South American World Cup qualifiers.
Wigan Athletic's administrators have put the club's 'chippy' up for sale in a bid to pay the wages.
Brazil World Cup legend Cafu expects James Rodriguez to be the star of the Premier League this season.
David Moyes is set to take West Ham training via Zoom from Covid-19 exile.
Worried Premier League clubs will threaten to pull out of the Carabao Cup unless EFL players agree to be tested for coronavirus.


the guardian
The English Football League is considering whether to reimplement mandatory coronavirus testing as it reviews its medical regulations.


daily mirror
Arsenal are not giving up on signing Philippe Coutinho in this transfer window, with Mikel Arteta keen on the Barcelona star after his loan spell at Bayern Munich last season.
Pep Lijnders has offered a clear hint both Thiago and Diogo Jota will make their full Liverpool debuts in the less than glamorous surroundings of Sincil Bank.
Manchester United have encountered a stumbling block in their transfer pursuit of Alex Telles - due to Jorge Mendes.


daily star
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has admitted it is hard for outcast Mesut Ozil to barge his way into his plans at present.
Manchester United could hand Jesse Lingard an unexpected contract extension at Old Trafford.
Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny could be set to leave the club, despite starting two of the Gunners' three competitive fixtures so far this season.
EFL chairman Rick Parry has told the Government that clubs will need up to £250m in handouts to help them survive the season without fans.


daily record
Anxious Premiership clubs will hold a Covid-19 crisis summit next week amid fears of an 'existential threat' to the professional game.
Derek McInnes has admitted Aberdeen have under-sold Scott McKenna but is confident they will cash in when he gets to the Premier League.
Neil Lennon admits Celtic aren't immune from the horrendous damage extended ground closures could inflict on the game.


the times
West Ham United were last night trying to find a way for David Moyes to be on the touchline for Sunday's game against Wolverhampton Wanderers despite testing positive for Covid-19.
Premiership Rugby club chairmen have warned that the professional game could die if the government does not provide a rescue package.
 

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25th September 2020


daily mirror
Manchester United will table a £90m bid for Jadon Sancho next week in an attempt to prise the England star from Borussia Dortmund.
Dayot Upamecano has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United.
Jurgen Klopp has suggested that Fabinho could move into the heart of Liverpool's defence in the wake of Thiago Alcantara's arrival.
Premier League clubs are ready to bail out the crisis-hit EFL after it was confirmed that no fans will be able to attend matches for the foreseeable future - but it will come with a heavy price.
Matteo Guendouzi has asked the Arsenal board to allow him to leave the club before the transfer window shuts, according to reports from France.
Declan Rice reportedly wants to join Chelsea before the transfer window shuts and is pushing to force through a move.


the sun
Chelsea are ready to send gaffe-prone Kepa Arrizabalaga out on loan - after landing Rennes 'keeper Edouard Mendy as their new first-choice.
Slaven Bilic is considering signing striker Emmanuel Adebayor if he fails to land a much-needed striker in the transfer window.
Manchester United and Arsenal are involved in a five-club fight for Barcelona's Samuel Umtiti.


the times
Sergio Romero is interested in joining Everton from Manchester United in a move that would put pressure on under-fire goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
David Moyes is set to be absent from the touchline for West Ham United's next two matches after returning a second positive test for Covid-19.


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Sevilla's sporting director Monchi has confirmed the club rejected an offer "from English football" for "more than double" than €25m (£22.9m) to sign highly-rated central defender Jules Kounde.
Bruno Fernandes has revealed his willingness to share penalty-taking duties at Manchester United this season, despite his perfect record from the spot for the club.
National League clubs are in talks with the Government over a rescue package and want matches streamed online to generate income and save their season.
Alex Morgan could begin her Tottenham career in this weekend's north London derby, after coaches Juan Amoros and Karen Hill confirmed she is available for their FA Cup quarter-final.


daily mail
Chris Smalling is growing frustrated at Manchester United over the club's transfer wrangle with Roma that has left him in limbo.
English Football League players will lose half their wages if fans are not allowed into stadiums this season.
The FA hopes the Government's £100bn 'Operation Moonshot' project can prevent Euro 2020 from being played in front of empty stadiums.
Clubs nationwide, including Arsenal and Everton, have released scouts who are being locked out of watching games amid coronavirus restrictions.
Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to pull out of negotiations to sign Dele Alli on a season-long loan as the financial terms to sign the midfielder are proving to be prohibitive for them.
Southampton are among the clubs interested in Ruben Loftus-Cheek with interest mounting in the midfielder after he was left out of Chelsea's last two games.
Crystal Palace are weighing up a move for Vitesse Arnhem defender Max Clark ahead of next month's transfer deadline.
Hertfordshire police have drafted in extra officers on Saturday amid concerns of trouble ahead of Watford's clash against rivals Luton Town - even though fans are not allowed inside the stadium.


the independent
Rhian Brewster is moving closer to resolving his future after having been left out of Liverpool's matchday squad for the Carabao Cup trip to Lincoln City, with Sheffield United still heading the queue to sign him.


the guardian
The English Football League is considering whether to reimplement mandatory coronavirus testing as it reviews its medical regulations.
Alex Telles believes Porto's asking price to Manchester United of about €20m (£18.3m) for his transfer is unrealistic, with the left-back conscious he is in line to be a free agent next summer.


daily star
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has hinted that Arsenal may not be able to afford Houssem Aouar amid the coronavirus crisis.


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Preston North End boss Alex Neil says he is "very confident" that Old Firm targets Daniel Johnson and Ben Davies won't be leaving the club.
 

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Saturday's Newspapers:
26th September 2020


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Chelsea boss Frank Lampard wants to make one last push for England and West Ham star Declan Rice - and that could pave the way for Jorginho to join Arsenal.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hinted he is ready to turn to Eric Bailly and Harry Maguire as Manchester United's first-choice central defensive pairing.


daily telegraph
Petr Cech has taken a hands-on approach to Chelsea's goalkeeping problem by returning to the training pitch in a bid to help head coach Frank Lampard find his undisputed No 1.
Leeds United are looking to sign AZ Alkmaar captain Teun Koopmeiners to bolster Marcelo Bielsa's midfield.
Burnley have rejected a bid worth over £30m from Leicester for James Tarkowski.
Premier League managers have united to urge support for clubs in danger of going bust during the coronavirus crisis amid ongoing talks over an English Football League bailout of up to £250m.
Andy Murray has become the highest-profile tennis player to express concern at the collapse in drugs testing during the Covid-19 pandemic.


daily mail
Chelsea have received an approach from Paris Saint-Germain to take Antonio Rudiger on loan.
EFL chief Rick Parry has laid bare some of the challenges facing the League in order for clubs to survive, and says there may be an increase in the amount of coronavirus tests being carried out, amid a rising infection rate nationwide.
England manager Gareth Southgate will dispatch No 2 Steve Holland to check on Harry Maguire on Saturday ahead of naming the Manchester United star in his squad next week.
David de Gea has joined the ranks of VAR detractors, hitting out at the technology for an 'unfair' ruling that cost Manchester United at Crystal Palace.
Sheffield United are reluctant to meet Liverpool's asking price for Rhian Brewster and have offered a loan leaving the door open for Crystal Palace.
Leicester are considering a move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah if they cannot agree a deal for Burnley's James Tarkowski.
Ademola Lookman is joining Fulham on a season-long loan from RB Leipzig for a £1.8m fee.
A number of the Premier League's black players and coaches have complained to the PFA over the union's decision to appoint an all-white selection panel to begin the process of replacing chief executive Gordon Taylor.
Marcus Rashford has been left deeply disappointed by Education Secretary Gavin Williamson's response to his plea for help to tackle child poverty.


the sun
Tottenham are in talks to sign Milan Skriniar - but will not be forced into accepting Inter Milan's £55m valuation.
Manchester United are planning at least two more signings this window - as transfer talks continue around the clock.
Victor Lindelof is facing the axe against Brighton after Manchester United's calamitous opening to the new Premier League season.
Tariq Lamptey has yet to make his mind up over his international future between Ghana and England.
Charlton boss Lee Bowyer hopes to make three new signings before Sunday's match against Lincoln City, with Charlton's transfer embargo having been lifted with the arrival of new owner Thomas Sandgaard.


the times
Liam Delap is in contention to make his Premier League debut for Manchester City after Pep Guardiola said he only had 13 fit senior players for Sunday's match against Leicester City.
The Premier League will demand guarantees over the return of fans this season before they agree to bail out lower league clubs.
The FA Cup is facing the threat of withdrawals from non-League sides who will have to pay their players for the entire season should they take part in the competition.


the independent
Watford are interested in Sheffield Wednesday centre-half Dominic Iorfa as Vladimir Ivic looks to strengthen his squad in a push to return to the Premier League at the first time of asking.
Everton are in talks to sign Barcelona defender Jean-Clair Todibo on loan, however, the Spanish side are currently refusing to sanction a deal without an obligation-to-buy clause.


daily record
Celtic will test Charlton's resolve one more time for Alfie Doughty - and line up a short-term option if unsuccessful.


scottish sun
Neil Lennon has refused to rule out Hibs splitting the Old Firm this season.
Rangers No 2 Gary McAllister believes Ryan Kent must be 'getting close' to an England call-up.
 
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