Juventus and transfer rumours from Saturday’s newspapers
Juventus are in talks with Manchester United over a loan move for Jadon Sancho, Napoli want Scott McTominay, Arsenal agree to loan Fabio Vieira back to Porto.
Juventus are in talks with Manchester United over a move for 24-year-old England winger Jadon Sancho, although them being willing to meet United’s £40m valuation is expected to be difficult. (Athletic – subscription required), external
Sancho could move to Italy on a loan deal, with United being open to him moving without an option to buy despite a permanent sale being their preference. (i), external
Napoli are in talks with Manchester United over the signing of Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, 27. (Sky Sports), external
Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign 18-year-old midfielder Sekou Kone, who impressed at last year’s Under-17 World Cup for Mali, from Guidars FC for £1m plus several add-ons based on performances. (Fabrizio Romano), external
Arsenal look set to give up on their pursuit of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, 22, despite Spain’s Euro 2024 winner being a top target for the Gunners this summer. (Independent), external
Southampton are considering an approach for England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, after Arsenal rejected a loan proposal from Ajax for the 26-year-old. (Mail)
Porto have agreed a deal with Arsenal to bring back Portuguese midfielder Fabio Vieira, 24, on loan. He joined the Gunners from Porto in July 2022 and is under contract until 2027. (Mail), external
Brighton have agreed a £30m transfer fee with Fenerbahce for 24-year-old Turkey winger Ferdi Kadioglu. Fenerbahce have confirmed he has travelled to undergo a medical. (Ajansspor – in Turkish), external
Former West Ham and Italy defender Angelo Ogbonna, 36, who is now a free agent, is set to move to Championship side Watford before the transfer window closes. (Watford Observer), external
Aston Villa have agreed a deal with Bologna to loan 20-year-old English winger Samuel Iling-Junior, who joined from Juventus this summer, back to Serie A. (Fabrizio Romano), external
Former England forward Mason Greenwood, 22, is set to switch his international allegiance to Jamaica and play under new manager Steve McClaren. (Sun), external
Liverpool are closely monitoring Bayer Leverkusen and Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie, 22. (Football Insider), external
Liverpool are also considering a move for Atalanta and Netherlands midfielder Teun Koopmeiners, 25, after missing out on Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 25. (Teamtalk), external
Hull City’s Colombian striker Oscar Estupinan, 27, is flying to Mexico to join FC Juarez and will miss Saturday’s game against Millwall. (Hull Daily Mail)
THE INDEPENDENT
Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams is Arsenal’s preferred target for a wide player in the last week of the window, although there is an acceptance they may have to wait for a major move.
THE SUN
Mason Greenwood is set to play for Jamaica under new manager Steve McClaren.
Man Utd legend Dwight Yorke has claimed Erik ten Hag could be sacked in just three games’ time.
Kepa has held talks with Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola and is keen to join the club on loan – but in a bizarre twist, Chelsea’s outcast keeper is set to sign a new deal despite having no future at Stamford Bridge.
DAILY EXPRESS
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a surprise bid for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite ahead of next week’s transfer deadline.
Marcus Rashford has been warned that he faces a fight to retain his status as a regular starter for Manchester United if he struggles to escape last season’s rut.
Stamford Bridge
Liverpool have reportedly secured the signature of youngster Alvin Ayman from Wolves.
Novak Djokovic has suffered an injury scare just days before the start of his US Open defence, which forced him to cut a training session with Holger Rune short on Friday.
Emma Raducanu has spoken out on her withdrawal from the mixed doubles competition at Wimbledon this year, which abruptly ended the SW19 career of British tennis legend Andy Murray.
Uralkali – Haas’ former title sponsor – has reportedly asked the Dutch court to seize the team’s F1 cars and spare parts at the Dutch Grand Prix, which would prevent them from racing in Monza next weekend.
THE INDEPENDENT
Jadon Sancho could still leave Manchester United this summer after the club changed their stance on allowing him to be sent out on loan.
THE GUARDIAN
Pep Guardiola says Manchester City will accept the independent commission’s verdict on the 115 alleged breaches of financial regulations brought against the club by the Premier League, with the City manager insisting the upcoming hearing will not affect his players’ form.
England great Ashley Cole will serve as assistant during Lee Carsley’s spell as interim manager of the national team.
Ange Postecoglou is facing a striker headache against Everton on Saturday after Tottenham’s club-record signing, Dominic Solanke, was ruled out with an ankle injury picked up on debut.
Erik ten Hag believes Alejandro Garnacho has a “long way” to go to become world class but is adamant the Manchester United forward has the “X-factor” to achieve this status.
Arne Slot has insisted he can get tough with his Liverpool players in the sanctuary of the dressing room in contrast to his calm and controlled demeanour on the touchline.
DAILY MIRROR
Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah asked to train on Sunday to atone for the errors against Ipswich Town that led to him being hooked at half-time by new head coach Arne Slot.
Ipswich are the new favourites to land Burnley’s Republic of Ireland defender Dara O’Shea after Wolves cooled their interest.
DAILY STAR
Football fans have slammed the new Champions League theme on social media.
THE TIMES
Jude Bellingham looks set to miss Lee Carsley’s first matches as the interim England manager after the Real Madrid midfielder suffered a muscle injury.
THE TELEGRAPH
Enzo Maresca, the Chelsea manager who has already separated those players who have a future at the club from those who do not, says he will be just as ruthless when it comes to selecting his team.
Chelsea and Napoli have reached a verbal agreement over the transfer of Romelu Lukaku, in a deal that could finally open the door for the Premier League club to make a move for Victor Osimhen.
EVENING STANDARD
Mikel Arteta has told Arsenal fans not to panic over the fact he is yet to sign a new contract.
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner revealed his players have become unsettled following transfer rumours and the imminent departures of two more players.
Ange Postecoglou says Yves Bissouma has been “doing everything right” since being suspended by Tottenham for filming himself taking laughing gas, but warned the midfielder he must consistently behave to work his way back into favour.
Richarlison is “not going anywhere” this summer, according to Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou, who says keeping the striker fit is the key to getting the best from him.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed he plans to rotate goalkeepers Filip Jorgensen and Robert Sanchez this season.
DAILY RECORD
Al-Ittihad misfit Jota is reportedly set to end his nightmare in Saudi – and there could still be faint hope for Celtic to bring the winger back to Parkhead.
Celtic are reportedly preparing to escalate their interest in Los Angeles FC ace Mateusz Bogusz with Matt O’Riley heading for the exit.
Rangers are reportedly still willing to accept an offer for Cyriel Dessers – if they can recoup the fee they paid out for the striker last summer.
Sheffield United defender Auston Trusty has dropped a hint that he is eyeing the English Premier League over the Scottish Premiership amid links with Celtic.
Philippe Clement has claimed that it’s not Rangers that Todd Cantwell wants to leave – but Scotland.
Winger Abdallah Sima has bid an emotional farewell to Rangers after sealing a switch to Stade Brest.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Ben Davies and Rabbi Matondo are finally set to lead the Ibrox summer exodus – leaving Philippe Clement with seven days to complete his Rangers rebuild.
Aberdeen are set to win the race to sign Kevin Nisbet.
Brendan Rodgers has confirmed Daizen Maeda’s versatility has made him scrap plans to sign a third Celtic striker.
Dundee have released stunning footage of how their proposed £95m Camperdown stadium could look.
Raith Rovers want to make former Rangers striker David Healy their new manager.
