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Friday's Newspapers:
6th November 2020



daily mail
Manchester United risk missing out on Mauricio Pochettino if they do not act soon, with pressure growing on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
The Premier League have hired a firm from Boston - home of Liverpool's American owners - to help with the next stage of Project Big Picture.
Paul Pogba could be set for a summer move to Real Madrid after Manchester United reportedly dropped their asking price to as little as €60m (£53m).
Che Adams has opened up on his relief at staying at Southampton after breaking his goal drought.


daily mirror
West Brom could make a shock move for Lee Bowyer as boss if they continue to struggle under Slaven Bilic.
Gareth Southgate has offered his unwavering support to Jordan Pickford and revealed he held heart-to-heart talks with his England No1.
A former police officer has told how he took the World Cup trophy off Nobby Stiles and replaced it with a fake after England's 1966 victory.


daily star
Gareth Southgate will lay down the law to England bad boy Phil Foden after recalling him to his squad.
Schalke are reportedly willing to sell Liverpool transfer target Ozan Kabak for just £18m in January, with the 20-year-old being considered by Jurgen Klopp as a replacement for the injured Virgil van Dijk.


daily express
Tottenham chief Daniel Levy has become personally involved in trying to get Son Heung-min to sign a new contract at the club, and has promised to give him a contract which matches Harry Kane's weekly wages.
Liverpool star Fabinho is reportedly looking to extend his contract with the club and is said to be in the same situation as Virgil van Dijk, who has two years remaining.


the sun
Juventus chief Fabio Paratici says he 'loves' Paul Pogba and has refused to rule out a transfer move for the Manchester United midfielder.
Manchester United made an audacious £45m move for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby on deadline day but failed, according to reports.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is sweating on his Manchester United job as concern grows inside Old Trafford over recent performances.
Manchester United received a boost in their Jadon Sancho pursuit after Borussia Dortmund admitted there is a 'limit' to how long they can bat away interest.
Bayern Munich whizkid Jamal Musiala looks set to receive his maiden call-up to the England Under-21s.
EFL bosses have reportedly given the thumbs-up for Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nahyan's takeover of Derby.


daily telegraph
Manchester United refused to panic over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's job after another embarrassing performance this week but will assess his future if his side's form does not improve.
The government has been accused of compounding the damaging impact of its ban on all organised children's sport outside of school with "nightmare" new guidelines on extra-curricular activities inside schools.
Sport hailed the furlough extension until March as a "godsend" on Thursday night as clubs forecast hundreds of jobs had been saved across football, rugby and cricket.


the times
Aleksander Ceferin, the UEFA president, has called for FIFA to return to the old handball law claiming the changes have damaged the game.
Jorge Mendes is set to face scrutiny from FIFA over his relationship with Wolverhampton Wanderers when the world governing body introduces its new agents' regulations next year.
Premier League clubs are to abandon pay-per-view matches in a victory for fan power after protests by supporters against the £14.95 charge.
Mesut Ozil thought his Mercedes' speedometer was in km/h when he was caught speeding at 97mph on the M1, a court was told.
Saudi Arabia will host a Formula One grand prix for the next 10 years at least in a deal worth hundreds of millions of pounds.


scottish sun
Billy Gilmour reckons he has silenced the doubters who said he would get lost in England.
Gary Holt hopes being left out by Steve Clarke will help Robby McCrorie get back to his best.


daily record
Former Rangers defender Lee Hodson has opened the door to Hamilton Accies making his loan deal permanent.
 

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Saturday's Newspapers:
7th November 2020



daily mirror
Barcelona are ready to sell five players including Manchester United target Ousmane Dembele in January in an effort to raise some cash and address their concerning finances.
Erling Haaland has a verbal agreement to leave Borussia Dortmund, according to reports in Spain.
Lionel Messi will have to take a significant wage cut if he wants to remain at Barcelona.
New Manchester United signing Charlie McNeill is reportedly impressing the club's coaches with his performances in training.


daily telegraph
Tottenham's progress over a new Heung-Min Son contract has been slowed by the player's representation change.
The Six Nations is not planning to postpone the 2021 tournament to wait for the return of supporters at matches next year.
The All Blacks brand could be sold to the highest bidder with New Zealand Rugby seeking outside investment to cope with financial losses caused by Covid-19.
Manchester United and Manchester City have come under attack over their ongoing failure to become accredited Living Wage Employers.


daily mail
Slaven Bilic is under mounting pressure as West Brom consider ending his 16-month reign as manager and could take action after Sunday's clash with Tottenham.
Frank Lampard has challenged Thiago Silva to have a similar impact on Chelsea's defence to Virgil van Dijk at Liverpool and Vincent Kompany at Manchester City.
New testing rules for Premier League players are risking chaos for top-flight squads.
The strained relationship with Manchester United has seen Everton's attempts to sign Sergio Romero and Marcos Rojo hit a brick wall in the past 15 months.
A group of Championship clubs are urging the EFL to sell a stake in their three divisions to private equity in an attempt to safeguard their future.
The extension of main tour events in Australia through to mid-February is being strongly considered as tennis continues to grapple with the fallout from the coronavirus crisis.


the sun
Arsenal's interest in RB Salzburg midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has reportedly been confirmed by his agent.
Players don't think incidents like Harry Kane and Mohamed Salah's are cheating - it's part of the game, says Troy Deeney.
Football's coronavirus crisis is bad news for ticket touts and not many hearts will bleed for them, says West Ham's Karren Brady.
Manchester United snubbed a possible James Rodriguez transfer and dismissed scouting reports because he 'didn't suit the Premier League'.


daily express
Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a move for Inter Milan centre-back Milan Skriniar as a potential replacement for injured Virgil van Dijk.
Barcelona have pulled out of the race to sign Bayern Munich defender David Alaba, according to reports.


daily star
Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly warned Manchester United he will not wait for them to offer him the manager's job as he also considers the role at PSG.
 

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Sunday's Newspapers:
8th November 2020



the sun on sunday
England's Nations League clash with Iceland is in danger of being called off after the UK government's travel ban on anyone entering the country from Denmark - and Premier League clubs are now almost certain to stop some of their stars linking up for international duty to avoid losing them for a fortnight when the season resumes.
West Ham are on red alert as French giants Lyon prepare to sell £30m-rated striker Moussa Dembele.
Sergio Romero is back in training at Manchester United and counting down the days to the next transfer window.
Barcelona wonderkid Ansu Fati faces months out after injuring his knee in Saturday's 5-2 home victory over Real Betis.
Manchester City will battle Juventus and Barcelona to sign Lillian Thuram's son Marcus from Borussia Monchengladbach, according to reports.


mail on sunday
Barcelona presidential candidate Toni Freixa has insisted Lionel Messi faces a pay cut from his lucrative contract should the wantaway superstar consider an extension.
Italy coach Roberto Mancini has named a 41-man squad for the Azzurri's upcoming matches as there are question marks over a number of players due to coronavirus concerns.
Southampton and Brentford chasing £2.8m Austrian speedster Husein Balic, who is one of the fastest players in football after he was clocked running 20 metres in just 2.75 seconds.


sunday telegraph
Gareth Southgate expects Declan Rice to be one of his future leaders following his switch from Republic of Ireland last year and tracking dual-nationality players has now become an important part of the England manager's job.
Steve Clarke's plans for Scotland's Euro 2020 decider against Serbia have sustained an early blow with the news that Ryan Fraser suffered a hamstring injury.
Harry Kane has defended himself after being criticised for winning a penalty against Brighton last weekend, saying there was "no doubt" he would have been awarded a free-kick if the incident had happened in a different area of the pitch.


sunday mirror
Mikel Arteta will have no regrets about allowing Emi Martinez to stay in the Premier League even if he has a stormer against Arsenal today.
Phil Foden is set to receive a big pay rise at Manchester City and is expected to put pen to paper on a new deal at the Etihad early next year.


daily star sunday
Callum Hudson-Odoi flouted Covid-19 lockdown rules for a second time as he had a night out with Chelsea team-mate Fikayo Tomori.
Arsene Wenger has labelled Arsenal's decision to sack club mascot Gunnersaurus as "unjustifiable" and "incomprehensible".
RB Salzburg midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai's agent has reportedly admitted Arsenal are keen on the 20-year-old.


sunday express
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been slammed by his former Gunners teammate Lukas Podolski for his decision on Mesut Ozil.


sunday mail
Steve Clarke insists he can handle the pressure of getting Scotland to a first major tournament in 23 years.
Steven Gerrard is set to unleash new boy Bongani Zungu as he looks to strengthen Rangers' grip on top spot in the Premiership.


scottish sun
Switzerland have dumped Old Firm strikers Albian Ajeti and Cedric Itten from their squad for their upcoming internationals.
 

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Monday's Newspapers:
09th November 2020




the times
Patrick Bamford's exploits for Leeds have put him in contention for an England call-up, with Gareth Southgate considering the striker as he waits to see if a shoulder injury will force Marcus Rashford to withdraw.
Eddie Jones is ready to unleash nine England forwards on Georgia at Twickenham on Saturday, reprising a tactical plan he used to beat the same opposition when he was Japan coach.
England's Nations League game with Iceland could be played at a neutral venue amid further complications due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The FA has become embroiled in a row with AFC Wimbledon over who actually won the 1988 FA Cup final.


the sun
Memphis Depay has hinted he is far from happy at Lyon following a cryptic dig at the club hierarchy.
Barcelona legend Samuel Eto'o is stable in hospital after he was involved in a horror car accident, according to reports.
The Premier League has told clubs not to release Denmark, Sweden and Iceland internationals for the three country's upcoming fixtures.
David Beckham wants to sign his former Real Madrid team-mate Sergio Ramos for Inter Miami, according to reports.


daily mirror
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still has his players' backing despite Manchester United's inconsistency.
Gareth Southgate says Aaron Wan-Bissaka is not in his most recent England squad because he is not as versatile as his other options at right-back.
Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang failed to register a single shot in Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Aston Villa, the first time in his Gunners career he has done so in a league game at the Emirates.


daily mail
Liverpool's Champions League clash with FC Midtjylland is 'under threat' as Jurgen Klopp's side would be offered no exemption from quarantine rules should they travel to Denmark.
Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney confirmed they plan to make a documentary if their bid to purchase non-league football club Wrexham AFC is successful.
England and Chelsea players Callum Hudson-Odoi and Fikayo Tomori have explained to Chelsea they misunderstood London's Tier 2 lockdown rules last month when dined out together.
Leeds are planning to write to the Premier League and PGMOL requesting more clarity on VAR and the offside law after Patrick Bamford had a goal controversially ruled out at Crystal Palace.
Barcelona have confirmed winger Ansu Fati faces four months on the sidelines after rupturing the internal meniscus in his left knee and will undergo surgery on Monday.


daily telegraph
Wales are hopeful of Gareth Bale playing in their Nations League fixtures next week despite needing an ice-pack on his ankle after playing in the victory over West Bromwich Albion.
An alliance is building behind independent regulation and fundamental reform of English football before Tuesday's parliamentary grilling of the three most powerful administrators in the national game.


daily record
Mohamed Elyounoussi is adamant no one should question his commitment and insists the united front shown by Neil Lennon's players at Fir Park confirms everyone shares a deep desire to produce for the champions.


scottish sun
Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Inter's Aleksandar Kolarov made a dramatic dash home to Serbia on Sunday night - so they can face Scotland on Thursday.
 

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Tuesday's Newspapers:
10th November 2020



the times
There is growing concern at Manchester United about the application of Mason Greenwood in training.
Premier League referees will back moves to persuade football's lawmakers to revert to the old handball law, with many match officials disillusioned by some of the decisions they have been obliged to make this season.
Germany has emerged as the Football Association's preferred choice to stage England's Nations League game against Iceland if coronavirus travel restrictions mean the match cannot be played at Wembley.
Sheffield Wednesday are considering Nigel Pearson as a replacement for Garry Monk, who was sacked on Monday evening.


daily telegraph
The Premier League is close to agreeing a blueprint with the Government to add Covid-19 vaccine records to a digital health passport which may fast-track the return of crowds next year.
The Premier League will resist a campaign led by its biggest teams to ease their current fixture congestion, but will invite clubs to vote for a third time later this month over demands for five substitutes.
Emiliano Martinez is targeting European football after insisting he has made a step up by leaving Arsenal for Aston Villa.
The Football Association has told girls academies they can reopen during lockdown if they are able to meet elite protocols, but admitted they doubt many will have the resources to do so.


daily express
Pablo Hernandez has been told to mend the rift between him and Marcelo Bielsa, as Leeds United's season threatens to unravel.
Tottenham have reportedly been given the opportunity to re-sign Christian Eriksen in January.


daily mirror
Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to be out for around four weeks after injuring his calf in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.
Virgil van Dijk is "going through hell" as he recovers from injury, according to Liverpool team-mate Georginio Wijnaldum.
Manchester United are reportedly delaying the sale of Sergio Romero as they may loan out Dean Henderson for the rest of the season.
Phillip Cocu is on thin ice at Derby but out-going owner Mel Morris is reluctant to sack him as it would cost him up to £4m.
Juventus are reportedly ready to cash in on Cristiano Ronaldo next summer in a bid to cut costs and claw back some transfer funds.
Karim Benzema's agent has slammed Raphael Varane for his performance in Real Madrid's 4-1 defeat to Valencia, claiming the defender is a "shadow of himself".


the sun
Andrew Cole says it is time this Manchester United team hit back at those revelling in their demise.
West Ham are on red alert as French giants Lyon prepare to sell striker Moussa Dembele.
Wolves are planning a January move for Lille's former Premier League flop Renato Sanches, according to reports.


daily mail
Manchester United are increasingly concerned over Mason Greenwood's attitude as the teenager continues to endure a difficult period in his fledgling career.
England are facing the extraordinary prospect of playing their 'home' match against Iceland next week in Albania - a move which is set to spark another club-v-country row.
Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar has reportedly told the club he wants to sign a new deal and is even helping the French giants scout new players.
Premier League clubs believe the apparent breakthrough in a successful Covid vaccine will open the door to fans returning to stadiums by the end of the season.
Manchester United could allow goalkeeper Dean Henderson to leave on loan in January as he bids for the England No 1 jersey.


daily star
Chelsea are being blocked in a transfer for Malmo wonderkid Anel Ahmedhodzic by his agent - and the youngster's dad has spoken out.


daily record
Ibrox star Alfredo Morelos has again been named in the Colombia squad - but faces a new threat in his bid to become first choice.


scottish sun
Jack Ross has backed fit-again Jamie Murphy to be a huge influence at Hibs.
Paul McMullan has revealed he came close to joining Ross County last month
 

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Wednesday's Newspapers:
11th November 2020



daily mirror
Jude Bellingham is in line to make his senior debut at Wembley after his remarkable England call-up.
Antoine Griezmann's former mentor and agent has blasted Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi for his "deplorable attitude" towards his French teammate.


daily express
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should not be sacked despite the club's poor form this season, according to Andy Cole.


daily mail
The FA will be required to foot the bill if their UEFA Nations League clash against Iceland is played at a neutral venue.
Mason Mount insists he is not a 'teacher's pet' for club or country and will not let persistent scrutiny affect his form.
Holland manager Frank de Boer insists he isn't concerned about Donny van de Beek's peripheral role at Manchester United.
Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe has taken a swipe at Mikel Arteta by claiming he has not been able to produce his best football due to a lack of minutes this season.


daily star
Manchester United have told Mason Greenwood to improve his attitude if he wants to be offered a new and improved deal at Old Trafford.
Manchester United could reportedly still sign Jack Grealish from Aston Villa next summer.
Brazil wonderkid Tete has his sights set on a possible Liverpool or Manchester United switch.
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud is reportedly considering his future at Stamford Bridge after just 33 minutes of Premier League action this season.
Mansfield Town chief Carolyn Radford has claimed that she was attacked by armed robbers who were dressed as police officers in Portugal.


the guardian
Police in Portugal have raided the offices of Primeira Liga clubs Benfica, Sporting and Santa Clara as part of a corruption and money laundering investigation linked to player transfers.


the sun
Lower division clubs are set to finally accept the £50m Premier League bail-out this week - after the top flight agreed to look after Championship clubs as well.
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters angered the Big Six by failing to back calls for another vote on five substitutes.
Paris Saint-Germain have opened the door to a sensational move for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing young Brazilian striker Brenner - but face a transfer battle with five other clubs.
Wayne Rooney has been giving tips to England Under-21s newbie Lee Buchanan.
Chris Coleman has opened the door to a Wales return.


the times
Ministers hope that a twin-track approach of mass testing and use of the new coronavirus vaccine will ensure fans can attend the Euro 2020 matches next summer.
Tony Pulis is the frontrunner to succeed Garry Monk at Sheffield Wednesday, but the Championship club faces a battle to convince him to return to the dug-out.


scottish sun
Celtic star Jeremie Frimpong has received a boost after being told he hasn't suffered a serious injury.


daily record
Jamie Carragher has lapped up Ally McCoist's revelation that Rangers once tried to sign him.
 

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Thursday's Newspapers:
12th November 2020



daily mail
Liverpool's Joe Gomez fears he could miss the rest of the season and Euro 2020 after suffering a serious knee injury on England duty.
Paul Elliott has strong support inside the FA to become the governing body's first black chairman, as the search for a new figurehead began in earnest on Wednesday.
The number of footballers seeking treatment for gaming addiction has soared since the first coronavirus lockdown, a leading psychotherapist has revealed.
South Wales Police have opened an investigation into former Wales international David Cotterill after he was accused by former team-mates of cheating them out of a combined total of almost £400,000.
The coach of Britain's six-time Olympic champion Jason Kenny has been sensationally sacked ahead of the Tokyo Games for multiple offences including 'inappropriate relationships with riders'.


daily telegraph
Gareth Southgate held crisis talks to reassure the England squad following Greg Clarke's offensive comments.
James Tarkowski has described why he has turned down a new Burnley contract in a bid to take back control of his own career.
Senior football figures warned of a potential conflict of interest at the Football Association on Wednesday night, after a long-serving Premier League executive was hired as interim chairman.
The damaging effects of the coronavirus pandemic on women's football across the world have been laid bare in a new survey that reveals widespread salary cuts and contract terminations.
County cricketers are close to agreeing a 10 per cent pay cut over the winter to help their clubs survive cricket's covid financial crisis.
As the All England Club prepares to announce the results of Wimbledon's pandemic insurance, their counterparts at the Lawn Tennis Association have revealed a £30m shortfall in revenues for 2020 as a result of Covid-19.
Brighton are 'hopeful' the Football Association will give them permission to reopen their girls' academy this month during England's second coronavirus lockdown.


daily mirror
Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly held conversations with Lionel Messi's father as they attempt to convince the six-time Ballon d'Or winner to sign a pre-contract agreement with them in January.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been urged to join Wolves, should he make a return to the Premier League.
Shkodran Mustafi's Arsenal future is anything but certain, with the defender's father claiming he can "imagine everything" when discussing the player's next move.
Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly been offered a return to management with La Liga club Athletic Bilbao.
Tony Pulis is in advanced talks with Sheffield Wednesday to succeed Garry Monk.


the times
Gareth Southgate has admitted that he is concerned he could develop dementia in later life.
The FA is becoming increasingly resigned to playing next week's Nations League encounter with Iceland in Germany despite lobbying the government to let the game take place, as scheduled, at Wembley.
Tony Pulis is set to become Sheffield Wednesday's new manager on a contract until the end of the season.


daily express
Chelsea are confident Christian Pulisic can recover from his hamstring injury in time for their next Premier League game against Newcastle.
Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick is reportedly unwilling to let Liverpool target David Alaba leave in January.


daily star
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has admitted he was not 100 per cent focused on every single match he played for the club before becoming captain.
Manchester United reportedly remain keen on a transfer for RB Leipzig star Dayot Upamecano despite the Bundesliga outfit's Champions League defeat to the Red Devils.
Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on Sao Paulo star Brenner ahead of the January transfer window.


the guardian
Tottenham are to open talks with Heung-min Son's new representatives over a contract extension, with the forward in line to become one of the club's top earners in recognition of his consistent performances over the past few seasons.


the sun
Manchester United are in talks to sign Cristiano Ronaldo next summer with Juventus looking to offload their star player, according to sensational reports.
Brighton appear to have won the race for Irish whizkid Evan Ferguson.


scottish sun
Rangers' bosses are waiting for three Court of Appeal judges to rule on the latest round of a long-running legal battle with businessman Mike Ashley.
Andrew Gutman's Celtic future has been thrown into doubt - with the defender in talks with FC Cincinnati.
 

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Friday's Newspapers:
13th November 2020



the sun
Manchester United have made a 'formal offer' to re-sign club legend Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports in Portugal.
Manchester United's teenage starlet Arnau Puigmal is reportedly wanted by Barcelona as the club look for reinforcements at right-back.
Arsenal snubbed a "substantial" Roma bid for Alexandre Lacazette in the summer - and his high price tag will again deter admirers in January.
Arsenal are eyeing RB Leipzig pair Ibrahima Konate and Christopher Nkunku in a double transfer raid, according to reports.
Georginio Wijnaldum has refused to commit his future to Liverpool amid links with Barcelona.
Marcus Rashford is set for global superstardom after getting the go-ahead to trademark his name in the US.
Marc-Andre Ter Stegen is snubbing a string of European giants to sign a new Barcelona contract because "staying is best for me and my family".


daily mail
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has revealed he wants to return to his former side Internacional in Brazil to finish his career, admitting they are 'the club that I love'.
Former Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has urged Milan Skriniar to stay put at Inter Milan amid interest from the Reds.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham will battle it out to sign Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng on a free transfer next summer, according to reports in Germany.
The FA have scored an initial post-Brexit win with the Premier League on overseas talent, with a new '15-point' system to be introduced before the January transfer window, but an 'exceptions panel' will rule on youngsters who just fail to meet the criteria.
Tariq Lamptey has divulged his reasons for leaving hometown club Chelsea after more than a decade, disclosing he rejected numerous offers before moving to Brighton.


daily mirror
Liverpool will be forced into the January transfer stampede, as they face up to a season without their first-choice central defensive pairing.
Dominic Szoboszlai's agent has denied suggestions the midfielder is poised to join RB Leipzig giving Arsenal fresh hope over his signature.
Slaven Bilic will tread a tightrope at West Brom over the international break with his future still in doubt.


daily express
David Alaba is reportedly open to joining Liverpool in the January transfer window but would prefer to remain with Bayern Munich until the summer to join Real Madrid or Barcelona on a free.
Arsenal's Greek defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos could provide Jurgen Klopp with a centre-back solution in January.
Chelsea are still determined to sign Declan Rice either during the January transfer window or at the end of the season.
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has admitted that he may have made a mistake in letting Thiago Silva go to Chelsea.


daily star
RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano is at the top of Liverpool's wish list following injuries to Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, according to reports.
Liverpool have reportedly been offered former Newcastle star Daryl Janmaat with the Reds suffering a defensive crisis.
Lucas Torreira believes that the language barrier 'cost him' at Arsenal.


daily telegraph
Appointing Baroness Campbell the next chair of the Football Association could put it in breach of the Government's Code for Sports Governance.


the times
The deadlock over a Premier League rescue package has been broken after Sky Bet League One and Two clubs accepted a £50m bailout - but Championship clubs want the top flight to underwrite a £200m loan.
Sergio Aguero will step up his recovery from a hamstring injury next week - meaning he could be fit for Manchester City's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur next Saturday.


scottish sun
Rangers are favourites to beat Aston Villa and Fulham to Jack Wilshere's signature.
Amir Rrahmani has revealed he rejected Celtic to seal a dream switch to Napoli.
Celtic could secure Charlton talent Alfie Doughty for a knockdown price in January after a hamstring injury that will keep him out for up to four months.
 

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The FA are locked in talks with UEFA for the UK to become solo hosts of the rescheduled Euro 2020 next summer.
Wimbledon is in line for a £174m insurance pay-out after the All England Tennis club cashed in its policy amid Covid-19 pandemic.
Barcelona's Ansu Fati has left hospital five days after undergoing surgery on the knee injury that will keep him out for four months.
Manchester United are stepping up their search for a left-sided centre-back with Braga starlet David Carmo reportedly in their sights.
Players returning from international duty are to undergo immediate coronavirus tests when they land in England to ensure a speedy return to Premier League action.
Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to turn up the heat in their pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe.
Gareth Southgate will make wholesale changes to the team that ruthlessly swept the Republic of Ireland aside for Sunday's do-or-die game in Belgium.


daily express
Tottenham have been tipped to seal a surprise move to bring Christian Eriksen back to the club.
Liverpool were already making plans to sign Dayot Upamecano before injuries to Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, according to reports.
Wolves striker Raul Jimenez has confirmed Manchester United were one club who made an approach to sign him in the summer.
Jose Mourinho has admitted he is open to cutting Gedson Fernandes' loan spell at Tottenham short.
Liverpool are reportedly ready to target Olympiakos defender Ruben Semedo in the January transfer window.


the sun
Arsenal's beloved mascot Gunnersaurus returned this week - but it is not the man who wore the costume for 27 years.
Neymar has been sent home from the Brazil squad due to injury and will miss both World Cup 2022 qualifiers.


daily telegraph
The FA are planning for the new chair to take on a more ambassadorial role to better reflect the diversity within the organisation and the sport.
Harry Kane, who will earn his 50th cap for England against Belgium on Sunday, has been described as "absolutely phenomenal" by manager Gareth Southgate.


scottish sun
The Government are confident the Euro 2020 clash between England and Scotland will be played in front of fans, thanks to the Covid vaccine.
Steve Clarke has vowed there is no club job in football that could tempt him to quit Scotland.
Celtic have been hit with a UEFA 'improper conduct' charge after their clash with Lille.


daily mirror
The Egyptian FA have confirmed that Mohamed Salah has provided a second positive coronavirus test.
Lionel Messi launched a foul-mouthed blast at the referee after Argentina's draw with Paraguay.
 

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Sunday's Newspapers:
15th November 2020



STAR ON SUNDAY
Jack Grealish's brilliant form with England and Aston Villa has put him at the top of Manchester City's transfer targets.
Olympiakos defender Ruben Semedo could make a Liverpool switch in January.
Eric Dier has accused English football chiefs of letting down the country's top clubs - with this season's crippling fixture overload.


the sun on sunday
England boss Gareth Southgate has been secretly battling Covid.
England star Harry Kane's £100,000 Range Rover was stolen by thieves in a brazen daylight raid.
The Government are confident the Euro 2020 clash between England and Scotland will be played in front of fans, thanks to the Covid vaccine.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is taking his work home with him - by applying for a five-a-side football pitch to be built in the grounds of his mansion.


sunday telegraph
Pep Guardiola is moving closer to agreeing a contract extension to stay at Manchester City.
The FA has been advised to tear up its recruitment recipe with a new job description for next chairman critical.
Derby County are closing in on a £60m takeover by Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, after the departure of Phillip Cocu.
Raheem Sterling is an injury concern for England ahead of their crucial Nations League match against Belgium.


mail on sunday
Egypt doctor Mohamed Abou Elela says Mo Salah's attendance at his brother's wedding might have contributed to him contracting Covid-19.
Wayne Rooney has agreed to take his first steps into management at Derby after the Championship's bottom club sacked Phillip Cocu.
LaLiga president Javier Tebas claims it will cost almost half a billion euros to finish the season with the coronavirus pandemic wreaking havoc on the finances in Spanish football.
Wolves striker Raul Jimenez has confirmed Manchester United came in for his services during the summer transfer window.
Barcelona are satisfied with how their contract negotiations with star teenager Ansu Fati are developing, according to reports.
 

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Monday's Newspapers:
16th November 2020




THE SUN
•Northern football clubs including Sunderland and Blackburn have warned the government to sort a bailout or risk losing historic teams "for good".
•Juventus are pushing hard to sign Liverpool and Manchester City target David Alaba.
•Arsenal have been handed a transfer boost with news that Brazilian target Brenner won't need a work permit.
•Barcelona are reportedly eyeing a shock move for Chelsea outcast Antonio Rudiger in the January transfer window.
•Barcelona legend Luis Figo reckons Lionel Messi has already made up his mind about his future with Manchester City chasing his transfer.

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•Wayne Rooney will address the Derby County players at training on Monday as he leads the club's interim coaching team.


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•Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel appeared to be knocked out cold during Denmark's Nations League game against Iceland on Sunday night.
•Andy Robertson is suffering with a hamstring issue while on international duty in what could be another huge injury blow for Liverpool.
•Paul Pogba has openly talked about the fact he is going through the most difficult period of his career while at Manchester United.
•FIFA will subsidise Joe Gomez's £80,000-a-week wages after he was injured while on international duty.


daily mail
Serie A champions Juventus are reportedly in talks with Wolves over Portugal winger Pedro Neto.
Raheem Sterling is hopeful of being available for Saturday's crunch clash against Tottenham after he became the latest player to withdraw from the England squad through injury.


daily record
Celtic are facing another COVID-19 sweat as Kristoffer Ajer and Mohamed Elyounoussi have both been ordered to self-isolate until the weekend.


daily star
Liverpool and Chelsea are said to be going head to head over Barcelona youngster Alejandro Balde.
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has revealed he turned down offers from other clubs to sign for the north London side.


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Steve Clarke has backed misfiring Oli McBurnie to silence his Scotland critics
 
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Tuesday's Newspapers:
17th November 2020




daily mirror
Jack Grealish is set for his third England start in a row as Gareth Southgate makes a U-turn on the Aston VIlla midfielder.
Liverpool are hopeful Andy Robertson and Jordan Henderson will be fit for the Leicester clash this weekend.
Anthony Martial is reportedly training away from the rest of the France squad after suffering a back complaint in the win over Portugal.
Levante goalkeeper Aitor Fernandez has admitted Arsenal contacted him over a potential switch to the Emirates.
Didier Deschamps has hinted Olivier Giroud should leave Chelsea at the next possible opportunity in order to keep his place in the France squad for next summer's European Championships.


daily telegraph
The Government is on Tuesday expected to reassure football's leaders that cash-strapped clubs will escape winding-up orders during the remainder of the pandemic.
Gareth Southgate is under mounting pressure from Piers Morgan to disclose details of his positive coronavirus test following an encounter between them days earlier.
Harry Winks has admitted that his Tottenham Hotspur situation has become "difficult" and that he must play more to keep his place in Gareth Southgate's England squad.
Bristol City's preparations to face Derby County for Wayne Rooney's first game as part of a management team have been thrown into crisis after the Championship club were forced to shut their training ground because of a coronavirus outbreak.
Augusta National has dampened hopes that the 2021 Masters will be played in front of full galleries, warning that even if there is a successful vaccine widely available by April, the crowd numbers are still likely to be extremely limited.


the guardian
Gareth Southgate wants a rethink on the Premier League's limit of three substitutions per side per match as he fears players could suffer serious injury in the hectic fixture schedule caused by the coronavirus pandemic.


daily express
Chelsea could receive a transfer windfall with PSG being urged to break the bank for midfielder N'Golo Kante.


daily star
Mathieu Flamini has refuted suggestions he could one day launch a bid to take over Arsenal - having previously addressed claims he has a whopping €30billion in the bank.


the sun
Marcus Rashford has launched his own book club to encourage disadvantaged children to read.
Chelsea and Napoli are reportedly in talks over a loan deal for Emerson Palmieri.
Premier League flop Fabio Borini is reportedly set for a career lifeline with Turkish side Goztepe.
Barcelona wonderkid Alejandro Balde, 17, has been promoted to the first-team by Ronald Koeman and is ready to push Alba for a starting spot.
Miguel Almiron's agent has claimed that the Paraguayan would have already left Newcastle had it not been for coronavirus.
Juventus are reportedly weighing up a January move for Wolves winger Pedro Neto - after also eyeing up his teammate Adama Traore.


daily mail
Mikel Arteta has admitted Arsenal are still 'a long way' from where the club should be after an indifferent start to the season.
Bayern Munich have joined Arsenal, Real Madrid and AC Milan in the race to sign Hungarian starlet Dominik Szoboszlai.
Paris Saint-Germain are ready to offer Sergio Ramos a three-year deal worth a staggering £18m per season - after tax - to lure the veteran defender from Real Madrid, according to reports.
Manchester United have plenty of work on their hands to land Braga starlet David Carmo with at least 10 clubs interested in his services, according to reports.
 

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Wednesday's Newspapers:
18th November 2020


the sun
Manchester City are plotting another move for Lionel Messi when the transfer window opens in January after their failed summer swoop.
Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga will accept a loan transfer and a huge pay cut to end his Chelsea hell.
Mario Balotelli has been in talks with Barnsley about making a sensational move to the South Yorkshire side.
Ex-Arsenal youth Nico Yennaris changes name to Li Ke as he becomes first naturalised player to earn China cap.


daily telegraph
Downing Street is considering a surprise plot from ministers to allow supporters back at Premier League and other elite sports grounds by Christmas.
New research into the impact of heading on brain function has found that just 20 'normal' headers with a modern synthetic ball was enough to make most players fail a pitchside concussion test.


daily express
Manchester City are waiting for manager Pep Guardiola to decide his future with Mauricio Pochettino being eyed as a possible replacement.
Aston Villa are preparing for a £100m raid from Manchester City when the transfer window re-opens. City reportedly have their sights set on Jack Grealish and Douglas Luiz.


daily mail
England boss Gareth Southgate insists he won't budge in club vs country row over injuries.
Gareth Bale says he has regained his passion for football again after returning to a club where he is 'loved' in Tottenham.
Georginio Wijnaldum is considering his Liverpool future despite being offered a new bumper deal by the Reds.
Arsenal's Willian will have to record a negative coronavirus test to be able to return to training at the club this week, according to a report.
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho could leave Stamford Bridge to reunite with Maurizio Sarri again, according to his agent.
David Coote is back on VAR duties for Liverpool this weekend, just a month after failing to send off Jordan Pickford for his shocking lunge on Virgil van Dijk in last month's Merseyside derby.
Barcelona's wage cap has been reduced from £601m to £342m in the wake of the financial pressures caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.


daily mirror
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is set to give the green light for Man Utd to sell out-of-favour trio Phil Jones, Sergio Romero and Marcos Rojo in January.
Mo Salah looks certain to miss Sunday's table-topping clash with Leicester, even if he gets a Covid all clear.
Napoli will not lower their current asking price of €70m for Liverpool transfer target Kalidou Koulibly in the January window.
Kieran Trippier insists he will "always give his all" for England despite the potential FA ban hanging over him.
Schalke centre-back Malick Thiaw says he is flattered to be linked to Liverpool.


daily record
Celtic have confirmed Mohamed Elyounoussi and Kristoffer Ajer are in the clear following Norway's Covid crisis.
Celtic-linked defender Omar Colley is reportedly heading for an "inevitable" Sampdoria exit.
 

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Thursday's Newspapers:
19th November 2020



daily mirror
Jurgen Klopp wants to work with PSG star Kylian Mbappe, having previously made an attempt to sign him, according to reports in Spain.
Manchester United are still hopeful of signing Jadon Sancho despite four failed bids during their ill-fated transfer pursuit in the summer.
Lionel Messi has launched yet another rant over his situation at Barcelona and said: "I'm tired of always being the problem for everything at the club."
Barcelona striker Martin Braithwaite wants to fight for his place at the Nou Camp - despite Premier League interest in a January transfer.
Real Madrid have reportedly decided to sell attacking midfielder Isco in January in a move which could interest a number of Premier League sides.
Brighton are one of the clubs circling for Burnley midfielder Jack Cork.


the sun
Mo Salah will miss Liverpool's next three games after testing positive for coronavirus for a second time.
Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof is struggling with a recurring back injury and asked to go off in Sweden's 4-2 loss in France on Tuesday night.
Manchester United target Dayot Upamecano could decide his future as early as January.
Xavi can become Barcelona's Alex Ferguson with a glorious long reign, according to Nou Camp presidential frontrunner Victor Font.
Manchester United have reportedly put ex-Man City boss Roberto Mancini on a managerial shortlist should Ole Gunnar Solskjaer leave.


daily mail
EFL and Premier League clubs are urging ministers to allow them to use 30 per cent of their stadium capacities once fans are allowed to attend matches, which may be as soon as next month.
Sean Dyche stands to make millions of pounds if Dwight McNeil or any of Burnley's other academy products are sold while he is at the club.
The PFA are looking to beef up their dementia taskforce with England captain Steph Houghton and ex-Scotland defender David Weir among those approached.
UEFA are considering moving Liverpool's final Champions League group game in Denmark due to more complications around coronavirus restrictions.
England hope that Valencia's Yunus Musah will reverse his decision to play for the United States after making his senior debut this week.
Clubs in the EFL have generated more than £11m from streaming live league and cup matches this season, but the service is attracting 1,000 'complaints' every weekend.


daily express
Chelsea are set to be without Christian Pulisic, Kai Havertz and Thiago Silva for this weekend's trip to Newcastle.
Tottenham hero Jurgen Klinsmann has backed his former side to win their first Premier League title this season.
Manchester United have been named by Spanish media as one of three clubs interested in signing Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp called up eight academy prospects this week as he grapples with an injury crisis ahead of Sunday's game against Leicester.


daily star
Arsenal have "opened talks" with RB Salzburg over a deal for Dominik Szoboszlai, it's been claimed.
Arsenal could be handed the chance to sign former Tottenham hero Christian Eriksen.


the times
The government will announce a £300m rescue package for sport on Thursday, with rugby union set to be the main beneficiary.


daily record
In-demand Odsonne Edouard could miss Celtic's Euro qualifiers next summer after being lined up to lead France to Olympic glory.
Former Celtic midfielder Beram Kayal has completed a move to Bnei Sakhnin after giving up on his dream of a Parkhead return.


scottish sun
Rangers legend Ally McCoist has urged free-agent Jack Wilshere to join Steven Gerrard's Rangers revolution and put the sparkle back in his career.
Leeds continue to eye Steven Gerrard as a potential replacement for Marcelo Bielsa should the Argentine move on as manager, it has been claimed.
Manchester United and England keeper Dean Henderson has been linked with a sensational January loan move to Celtic.
 

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Friday's Newspapers:
20th November 2020



daily mail
Virgil van Dijk has begun light recovery training, news which provides a key boost to Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.
Ricardo Pereira is in contention to return to action for Leicester for the first time since March when they take on Liverpool on Sunday.
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti has trashed rumours he is interested in signing Real Madrid's Isco in the January transfer window.
Manchester United face a battle with PSG and Real Madrid to sign 18-year-old France and Rennes wonderkid Eduardo Camavinga.


the times
David Luiz was involved in a physical altercation with his Arsenal team-mate Dani Ceballos in training during the international break.


daily mirror
Liverpool have been handed a huge boost ahead of their clash with Leicester this weekend - after Andy Robertson and Fabinho stepped up their preparations in training.
Olivier Giroud's agent has called the decision to play Tammy Abraham ahead of the Frenchman "unfair" and warned they will seek pastures new if things don't change at Chelsea.
Manchester United could revive their long-standing interest in Raphael Varane, with the defender entering the final year of his contract at Real Madrid.
Romelu Lukaku was "unfairly blamed" during his time at Manchester United, claims Roberto Martinez.
Barcelona are reportedly planning to offload up to six players in the upcoming January transfer window.
Football agents are expecting an incredibly quiet January transfer window.


the sun
Nigerian billionaire Orji Kalu has declared his intention to buy a huge 35 per cent stake in Arsenal.
Arsenal 'have agreed' the January signing of Omar Rekik from Hertha Berlin, reports claim.
Chelsea misfit Olivier Giroud is reportedly eyeing a January exit.
West Ham outcast Felipe Anderson could make an early return to the club - but only if Porto land Brazilian cult hero Hulk first, reports say.


daily telegraph
Marcus Rashford is expected to be fit to face West Bromwich Albion at Old Trafford on Saturday night.


daily express
Arsenal star Willian insists he did not receive an official offer from Barcelona before signing for the Gunners.
Manchester United have been put on red alert by transfer target Jadon Sancho, as reports claim he has told Borussia Dortmund that he wants to return to the Premier League in 2021.
Barcelona are reportedly worried that Ousmane Dembele will see out his contract and leave the club for nothing.
Inter Milan have pinpointed Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante as a transfer target, with a move for Granit Xhaka now looking unlikely.
Manchester United have been warned that Mauricio Pochettino may still consider the Barcelona job despite rejecting the La Liga giants twice in the past.


daily star
Arsenal missed out on signing Liverpool ace Diogo Jota before his move to Atletico Madrid in 2016, according to reports.
Monaco youngster Anthony Musaba has revealed that the idea of playing for Manchester United in the Premier League is his "ultimate dream".


scottish sun
Benfica have suffered a blow ahead of their Europa League clash with Rangers next week after Darwin Nunez and Julian Weigl tested positive for Coronavirus.


daily record
Former Rangers hero Giovanni van Bronckhorst reckons the Premiership title race will go right to the wire.
 

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Saturday's Newspapers:
21st November 2020



the times
Pep Guardiola, who signed a two-year contract extension at Manchester City this week, has been assured that he will be backed in the transfer market, thus raising the renewed possibility of a summer reunion with Lionel Messi.
Greg Clarke's blunders in front of MPs last week could have cost the former FA chairman more than £2.5m in earnings after he resigned without a payoff.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says lack of fans is to blame for Manchester United's awful home form.


the sun
Bayern Munich centre-back Niklas Sule reportedly 'dreams' of joining Manchester United once he decides to depart the Bundesliga.
West Ham have reportedly joined the race for Juventus outcast Sami Khedira.


daily mirror
Arsenal are exploring ways to structure a deal for highly-rated midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, who has a £23m release clause at RB Salzburg.
Ronald Koeman refused to answer questions over Lionel Messi's long-term future as he called for more respect for the Barcelona superstar.
Leeds defender Luke Ayling admits he doubted he would make it to the Premier League when he was released by Arsenal a decade ago.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said Edinson Cavani is inspiring Manchester United's next generation of stars - despite not speaking the same language.
Chris Wilder has accused Jurgen Klopp of being "selfish" in wanting to bring back five substitutes in the Premier League.


daily mail
Ben Chilwell faces a battle to re-establish himself as England's left-back. Gareth Southgate was disappointed that Chilwell limped out of Sunday's Nations League defeat by Belgium with a sore back.
Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny was summonsed for emergency talks on Friday after he showed his players a 'propaganda' video.
Juventus are happy to take their time over exercising their right to buy Alvaro Morata for £40m next summer.
Egypt have admitted they will not call up Mohamed Salah for the Olympics next summer unless his club Liverpool give them permission to do so.
Scottish football has already sustained losses in excess of £70m as a consequence of coronavirus.
One of the FA and Premier League's own medical advisers last night followed the PFA in saying it would be sensible to reduce heading in training.


daily express
Fabinho was pictured in full Liverpool training and the Brazilian now looks set to return against Leicester on Sunday, in a major boost for Jurgen Klopp.
Manchester United reportedly had a deal worth £133m (€150m) in place for Barcelona star Ansu Fati, but the La Liga giants were not ready to cash in on the teenager.


daily star
Paul Pogba is prepared to stay at Manchester United beyond this season - but only so he can leave of his own accord in 2022.
Jurgen Klopp may splash the cash to solve his defensive crisis in January.


daily telegraph
Txiki Begiristain has admitted Pep Guardiola's decision to stay at Manchester City will significantly improve the club's prospects of attracting the best players as the manager left the door open to a move for Lionel Messi.
Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool manager, says his youngsters can "smell the opportunity" to solve the club's injury crisis as he prepares for one of the most challenging periods of his management career.
Nuno Espirito Santo is confident that "huge player" Adama Traore will sign a new contract with Wolves.


the guardian
Carlo Ancelotti has said he fears not only developing dementia in later life but also motor neurone disease as a consequence of treatment he received as a player in Italy.


daily record
Livingston keeper Robby McCrorie and an unnamed Aberdeen star have tested positive for coronavirus after being away on Scotland Under-21 duty.
 

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Sunday's Newspapers:
22nd November 2020



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Everton supremo Marcel Brands is a leading candidate to become Manchester United's first director of football.
Manchester United have joined Arsenal in the transfer chase for Christian Eriksen, according to reports.
Raging Norwegian star Christian Gauseth punched an interview backdrop in fury after his Mjondalen side were denied a penalty in a 3-1 defeat.
Real Madrid midfielder Isco is ready to leave the club in January, according to reports.
Dean Henderson wants a loan transfer away from Manchester United in January to boost his Euro 2020 dream with Leeds and Brighton Sunday's Newspapers:
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic can play football until he is 50 years old, claimed Mino Raiola.
Kylian Mbappe is seriously considering leaving PSG, according to his former Monaco president.


mail on sunday
Football's lawmakers will this week face huge pressure to end the handball madness that has plagued the Premier League this season.
A new study of top-flight footballers playing in England in the 1965-66 season has found neurodegenerative diseases were a factor in 42 per cent of the deaths among that group so far.
Southampton striker Che Adams has been tipped for international honours with Scotland ahead of next summer's European Championships.
Lewis Hamilton will be awarded a knighthood in the New Year's Honours list after winning his seventh world championship this year.


daily star sunday
Manchester United's stand-off with 'keeper Sergio Romero is nearing a resolution.
Gabriel Jesus is the latest Manchester City star in line for a bumper new contract.


sunday mirror
Jurgen Klopp has revealed that he will reject Germany if he is asked to become his nation's new coach.
Manchester United risk losing Icelandic teenager Isak Bergmann Johannesson with Juventus stepping up their interest in the brilliant youngster.
Manchester City will look to secure Raheem Sterling for the peak years of his career following Pep Guardiola's decision to commit himself to the club for a further two seasons.
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud has emerged as a January target for David Beckham's Inter Miami.
Several Premier League clubs believe they will be "bullied" into bringing back five substitutes.


sunday telegraph
The Jeff Astle Foundation has urged football to immediately get behind new proposals to limit heading in training after hearing from about 30 new families of former professional players with dementia just this month.
Pep Guardiola has made finding Sergio Aguero's successor a priority after committing his future to Manchester City, with Benfica striker Darwin Nunez among the players under consideration.
Mikel Arteta says Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is aware he must improve his performances in an Arsenal shirt.
The Scottish Football Association was branded "a shambles" by Neil Lennon after a total of 11 players who had been with the Scotland under-21 side in Greece were forced to self-isolate.
Plans to ensure golf was the first sport to return after the second national coronavirus lockdown were being drawn up by MPs on Saturday ahead of a parliamentary debate on the "ridiculous" closure of courses.
Great Britain's Olympic team could be given cyber-security training ahead of next year's Games after intimate photographs and videos of four British female athletes were posted online in a targeted hack.


scottish sun
Neil Lennon admits the pressure will mount on him if his side continue to play the way they are.
Scott Bain reckons anyone who writes off Celtic is silly.


sunday mail
Celtic boss Neil Lennon has admitted Scotland hero Ryan Christie wants a different challenge but insists he isn't itching for a move away from Celtic.
Furious Derek McInnes has blasted the SFA's Covid protocols after three of his players were forced into self-isolation after returning from Under-21 duty.
 

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23rd November 2020



daily mail
Manchester United must act soon if they want Mauricio Pochettino, who has turned down several offers as he plays the waiting game.
Hampshire are exploring the use of grounds away from Southampton next season in the expectation at least one T20 international will be staged at the Ageas Bowl.
The MCC has stepped up their efforts to shift debentures in the new Compton and Edrich stands by bringing in a Michelin-star chef.
Goal line technology denied Roberto Firmino a goal for Liverpool against Leicester on Sunday - by claiming his was one centimetre away from crossing the line.
The ECB, who have lost £100m and counting and been forced to cut 62 jobs because of the pandemic, have now placed staff across various departments on the Government's flexible furlough.


the sun
Officials and VAR are turning the English game into a complete farce, says ex-referee Mark Halsey.
Inter Milan admit they will not stand in Christian Eriksen's way if he wants to go in January.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard will block Aston Villa's attempted to sign Ross Barkley on a permanent deal, according to reports.
Inter Miami are eyeing a move for Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud.


daily mirror
Pep Guardiola has admitted serious concerns about Sergio Aguero's long-term fitness.
Matteo Guendouzi has claimed he needed to leave Arsenal to "have fun" in a thinly-veiled dig at his parent club.
Liverpool's hopes of signing Dayot Upamecano have received a major boost as the centre-back will reportedly leave RB Leipzig next summer.
Juventus sporting director Fabio Paratici has dismissed reports linking Cristiano Ronaldo with a transfer, insisting the forward will see out his contract at the club.
Erling Haaland joked he was "mad" with Borussia Dortmund manager Lucien Favre after he was substituted following a four-goal haul in the 5-2 win at Hertha Berlin on Saturday.


daily telegraph
The Professional Footballers' Association wants new protocols this season to reduce heading in training and has promised "action" rather than "long campaigns" to tackle football's dementia crisis.
Nuno Espirito Santo's preparations for Southampton have been disrupted after a Wolves player tested positive for coronavirus.


the times
Eddie Jones is using a former Nasa nuclear scientist to help England become the world's No 1 team after studying the secrets of Liverpool's success under Jurgen Klopp.


daily express
Arsenal are being linked with a move for Lille midfielder Yusuf Yazici and the player's agent is "honoured" to have his client targeted by the likes of the Gunners.
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly set for a big January dilemma with both Dean Henderson and Sergio Romero keen on leaving the club.


daily star
Manchester United could "turn to" Inter Milan midfielder Christian Eriksen to solve their problems in the starting XI - but they may have to battle Arsenal for his signature.


scottish sun
Shane Duffy has had fans speculating there was problems for him at Celtic, after an emoji mistake in a social media post.
Fabio Cardoso has opened up on his injury hell at Rangers - as he insisted the club's treatment of him was 'disrespectful'.


daily record
Celtic could reportedly open talks over a permanent deal for Diego Laxalt as soon as December.
 

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Tuesday's Newspapers:
24th November 2020


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Fans may be ordered not to sing, shout or drink alcohol when they are allowed to return to Premier League matches under a new Covid Code of Conduct.
Premier League clubs could reject the chance to welcome fans back into their grounds next week due to concerns over cost and the absence of a roadmap towards full capacity crowds.
England may be able to play in front of 2,000 fans scattered around the vast stands at Twickenham on December 6 - subject to Government clarification.
Birmingham City have signed former Barcelona and AC Milan midfielder Alen Halilovic on a free transfer.
Premier League clubs are facing pressure from within their own medical departments to pave the way for five substitutions.


the times
Manchester City have come up with a 10-year plan to maximise the potential benefits of bringing Lionel Messi to the club from Barcelona.
The Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish is facing a fourth motoring charge after allegedly driving carelessly near the club's training ground last month.


daily telegraph
The English Football League is considering moving its entire Tuesday programme next week to Wednesday after Boris Johnson confirmed the return of crowds from that date.
West Bromwich Albion have held talks with an American consortium over a potential £150m takeover.


daily mirror
Troy Deeney has blasted Arsenal over their treatment of Mesut Ozil and insisted the midfielder "hasn't done anything wrong".
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has told Dean Henderson he has to earn the right to dislodge Manchester United No 1 David de Gea.
Pep Guardiola is reportedly targeting Jack Grealish as Man City's next marquee signing to help spark their revival.
Concussion substitutions could be trialled in the FA Cup third round.
Only two Premier League clubs - Brighton and Southampton, which are expected to remain under Tier 1 covid restrictions after the lockdown ends on December 2 - will be allowed to let in the maximum 4,000 fans.
Manchester United's preparations for their Champions League clash with Istanbul Basaksehir have been boosted after Paul Pogba took part in first-team training on Monday.


the sun
Barcelona presidential favourite Victor Font has told Manchester City to forget about signing Lionel Messi in the new year.
Real Madrid star Mariano Diaz has reportedly been offered to West Ham on a loan deal in January with an option to buy.
Arsenal target Yusuf Yazici and his club Lille want a lucrative transfer for the midfielder hailed by Mesut Ozil as "amazing", his agent claims.
Arsenal have reportedly restarted talks over a new contract for young Gunner Folarin Balogun.
Wayne Rooney admits he nearly left Manchester United for Chelsea during his time at Old Trafford.
Southampton are ready to go back in for Brandon Williams in January.


daily record
Steven Gerrard wants Rangers to put their foot to the floor and get the better of Benfica - insisting early Europa League qualification could propel their push for Premiership glory.
Inverness Caley Thistle were at the centre of an SFA probe last night after bussing matchday stewards into the Highlands from coronavirus hotspot Glasgow.


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Christopher Jullien is pushing for a Celtic comeback in Prague on Thursday night.
 

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Wednesday's Newspapers:
25th November 2020



the sun
Liverpool will benefit from a loophole in the Premier League's Covid-19 rules which saw Mohamed Salah return just five days after a positive test.
Manchester City reportedly considered a move for ex-Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku - but were put off by his asking price.
Premier League fans can sing on their return to grounds but a coronavirus 'code of conduct' will rule out hugging.
Liverpool will have to fork out £27m if they are to land Ajax centre-back Perr Schuurs, according to reports.


daily telegraph
Football clubs have been warned to prevent match-day tickets for the return of crowds to the Premier League ending up in the hands of the highest-paying supporters or sponsors.
Plans are being drawn up to stage crowd pilots involving tens of thousands of spectators in the new year following the decision to allow up to 4,000 to attend sporting events from next week.
Former female footballers are being urged to take part in an ongoing study investigating the link between heading and dementia amid concerns they could be more at risk of developing the neurodegenerative disease than male players.
The Rugby Football Union is to use their final Autumn Nations Cup match at Twickenham next month as a test event for the potential return of supporters for England's Six Nations Championship if it is given the go-ahead by the Government on Thursday.
Andy Murray has backed the idea of compulsory Covid-19 vaccinations for anyone intending to play on the pro tennis tour in 2021 - even if it means a personal dilemma for world No 1 Novak Djokovic.


daily mail
Jurgen Klopp has promised Takumi Minamino his time at Liverpool will arrive but he outlined the challenge he faces to become a regular starter.
Several clubs were hoping to exploit a potential loophole in new regulations by classifying their grounds as both indoor and outdoor arenas, which would have enabled them to admit more supporters.
Brighton are set to welcome supporters back to the Amex starting with a local derby against Southampton.
Pep Guardiola says English teams are always at a disadvantage in Europe, but insists Manchester City can end their Champions League hoodoo.
England manager Gareth Southgate has identified Bayern Munich wonderkid Jamal Musiala as the next teenager to break into his squad.
England are on course to face the USA in Washington DC or New York next summer, as the prospect of a Covid vaccine has allowed the home nations to press ahead with tour plans.


daily mirror
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has called on four youngsters as part of his travelling party to head to Norway in the Europa League including Emile Smith Rowe, Folarin Balogun, Miguel Azeez and Ben Cottrell.
Barcelona will offer Lionel Messi a job for life to stop him signing for Manchester City.
Mikel Arteta is set to give Nicolas Pepe a chance to immediately move on from his red card at Leeds by giving him a start in the Europa League clash at Molde on Thursday.
Brighton chief executive Paul Barber wants to see a "roadmap" for Premier League clubs to get back towards full stadiums.


the times
The Professional Footballers' Association is facing a potentially embarrassing rejection from key figures it has approached to join its advisory group on neurodegenerative diseases.
Fans will be obliged to follow a spectators' code of conduct to attend sports events when supporters are permitted to return next week.


daily record
Furious football chiefs are accusing the Scottish government of treating fans like 'second class citizens' as tensions grow between Hampden's sixth floor and Holyrood.


daily star
Arsenal will leave it to PSG and Borussia Dortmund to fight it out over Christian Eriksen.


the guardian
A shortage of stewards could hamper the return of fans to stadiums as clubs race to resolve a series of issues before the relaxing of Covid restrictions next week.
 
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