Last updated: 13/08/20 15:29
Back page headlines and transfer rumors from Thursday’s papers …
LONDON STANDARD EVENING
Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho will work out his future at the end of the Champions League, according to his agent Kia Joorabchian.
Joorabchian also said it won’t be long before Willian’s new club is announced as he approaches Arsenal.
Liverpool hold no interest in Vasco da Gama starlet Talles Magno.
Borussia Dortmund’s determination to keep Jadon Sancho on the news only reinforces Manchester United’s belief that they want to sell England.
Barcelona legend Xavi says he thinks it’s not the right time for him to coach the Catalan club.
Mesut Ozil reiterated his intention to end his contract with Arsenal and hinted that his absence from the squad may have been caused by the refusal to take a pay cut.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS
Borussia Dortmund faced further embarrassment after Sebastian Kehl, head of the authorized players division, reiterated that Jadon Sancho had remained at the club.
Manchester United’s reported interest in Lille star Gabriel Magalhaes could be hit by the French club’s restrictions on financial fair play.
Nicolas Otamendi will leave Manchester City after five years and return to the former Valencia club, according to reports.
Isak Hansen-Aaroen is set to start the academic season with Manchester United after Tromso confirmed he is no longer their player.
LIVERPOOL ECHO
Reports in Italy suggest Everton are “locked in talks” with Napoli to sign Allan.
Everton Soares reportedly arrived in Lisbon before the move to Benfica.
DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United have taken a fresh approach to Barcelona prodigy Ansu Fati, according to reports in Spain.
Arsene Wenger allegedly turned down an offer to replace Quique Setien as Barcelona manager.
Arsene Wenger would have refused the job in Barcelona
Jurgen Klopp made personal contact with Kostas Tsimikas to convince the 24-year-old to sign for Liverpool.
Arsenal transfer target Thomas Partey is reportedly looking for a £ 200,000 a week deal if he moves to the Premier League this summer.
Manchester City refuses to give up on having Sergio Aguero able to lead their bid for Champions League glory.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United have suspended all other transfer activities as they focus on concluding a deal for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho.
Watford star Ismaila Sarr has called Liverpool a “great team” amid growing speculation about their future.
Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish would welcome a move to Manchester United this summer.
Juventus have put former Manchester United and former Tottenham transfer target Paulo Dybala up for sale this summer, but will only accept an extremely lucrative offer from any interested team.
Watford’s Ismaila Sarr called Liverpool ‘a great team’
Real Madrid have reportedly turned down an Arsenal offer to bring Dani Ceballos back to the Emirates on loan next season.
THE SUN
Manchester City have made an opening offer of £ 57 million plus bonus for Napoli center back Kalidou Koulibaly.
Jadon Sancho is under increasing pressure from Borussia Dortmund to make a public statement dedicating himself to the club.
Trabzonspor’s Turkish side are in advanced talks with Arsenal over midfielder Mohamed Elneny.
Jean-Clair Todibo confirmed that he is the Barcelona star who tested positive for coronavirus and is now self-isolating.
DAILY MAIL
Premier League players have been warned to dodge social media during overseas holidays to avoid quarantine questions upon their return.
Scott Parker will be rewarded with a new contract
Manchester United’s move for Jadon Sancho is likely to collapse with Borussia Dortmund increasingly confused by their approach to negotiations.
Premier League clubs are at loggerheads with the government over plans for the safe return of fans to stadiums.
Scott Parker will be rewarded with a new contract that includes a significant Premier League survival bonus.
Real Madrid players have been told there will be no new signings this summer due to the financial impact of Covid-19, according to reports.
Wolves are on a collision course with the Premier League early next season.
DAILY STAR
Manchester United appear to be shifting their focus from acquiring Jadon Sancho to Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, but could face competition from Chelsea and Arsenal.
Could Jordan Pickford get out of Goodison Park?
Wolves will offer coach Nuno Espirito Santo a new £ 5 million a year contract to keep him at Molineux.
Jordan Pickford is facing a battle to convince Carlo Ancelotti that he still has a future at Everton.
THE GUARDIAN
West Ham are confident to conclude a new deal with Michail Antonio and intend to reward the striker’s excellent form at the end of the season with a pay raise.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
The Football Association has confirmed that the first men’s and women’s double community shield will be played at Wembley this summer on 29 August.
TIMES
Benfica are confident to sign Jan Vertonghen after being released from Tottenham Hotspur.
West Ham valued Declan Rice at more than 80 million pounds due to Chelsea’s renewed interest.
Willian made it through medical examinations at Arsenal
Willian has made it through medical examinations at Arsenal and is expected to sign a three-year contract in the next 48 hours after leaving Chelsea.
SCOTTISH SUN
Aberdeen’s jinx striker has struck again – with Ryan Edmondson now shattered.
DAILY REGISTRATION
The Swiss team of St. Gallen are set to rival Hibernian in the fight to land Rangers junior Ross McCrorie.
Rangers, Motherwell and Hibs are poised to escape SFA punishment for violating the coronavirus testing protocol.
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