Top articles in Friday’s newspapers and transfer rumors…
daily telegraph
Arsenal are looking to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s defense in the long term and are planning a move for Ajax teenager Llorel Hato.
Steven Gerrard is under pressure to turn things around at Al Etifaq after they slipped out of the Saudi Pro League after two months without a win.
Borussia Dortmund completed Jadon Sancho’s loan this week and are determined to have him back in the squad before the Bundesliga returns from the winter break.
Mary Earps is understood to be open to remaining at Manchester United beyond the end of her existing contract despite interest from French giants Paris Saint-Germain, but her future is understood to be undecided. .
Manager Steve Borthwick has admitted he is interested in naming Immanuel Fay-Waboso for England ahead of Wales, making contact with the Cardiff-born Exeter Chiefs winger after the 21-year-old’s bright start to the season. He revealed.
England manager Gareth Southgate is to part ways with his long-time agent Terry Byrne, who is facing financial problems following a failed London property deal.
The draw for the 2024 T20 World Cup will include a second group stage where the top teams have already decided their starting positions.
Hundred architect Sanjay Patel will join Yorkshire’s board if Colin Graves’ takeover of the club goes through in the coming days.
Nike’s new ‘supershoes’, which were worn to break the world marathon record, sold out within minutes of going on sale, with each pair fetching around £600 at an online auction.
independent person
Brentford set a £100m sale price for Ivan Toney in January, as Chelsea look to sell him to challenge his contract with Arsenal.
Peterborough United are seeking £10m to sign 20-year-old defender Ronnie Edwards from Crystal Palace.
daily mail
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford have called on Manchester United’s management and staff to work together to restore the club to its former glory.
A number of Premier League teams have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Liverpool legend Roberto Firmino.
Newcastle spoke to Jobe Bellingham’s family with a view to signing him before his move to Sunderland in June.
Leon Bailey is set to enter contract talks with Aston Villa thanks to his stellar recent form as Unai Emery’s title challenger.
Liverpool have rejected an inquiry from Rangers for left-back Owen Beck.
Wolves have made former record signing Johnny Otto available for a cut price of £2.5 million.
Brentford are yet to offer Ivan Toney a new deal, despite having just 18 months left on his contract.
Alexander Ceferin’s plans to remain as UEFA president until 2031 by extending term limits could impact on FA president Debbie Hewitt, who was widely expected to join the European governing body’s executive committee next year. There is sex.
Bayern Munich have revived their interest in Chelsea defender Trevo Chalobah.
guardian
Conor Gallagher remains steadfast and ready to fight for his future at Chelsea, despite the club indicating they would listen to offers for the midfielder this month.
MetLife Stadium officials plan to remove 1,740 seats to widen the field for World Cup matches in hopes of hosting the finals in 2026, but will maintain smaller seating for this year’s Copa America.
era
Birmingham City are close to reaching a deal to appoint Tony Mowbray as manager Wayne Rooney’s successor.
The Premier League is expected to be called before MPs this month to explain delays in agreeing a financial settlement with the EFL.
Sun
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler was last night at the center of a huge bidding war for the rights to a blockbuster film about his short life.
Despite losing in the World Final, Littler could become the first £40m darts player in history.
Manchester United are looking to use the January market to strengthen their full-back squad, with the club having sent scouts to closely monitor Girona’s Miguel Gutierrez on a number of occasions in recent weeks.
It has been reported that 20 candidates have put forward their names to become Birmingham’s new manager following the sacking of Wayne Rooney.
daily mirror
Wolves have little intention of letting Pedro Neto join Arsenal this month.
Arsenal are now expected to recall winger Marquinhos from his loan spell at Nantes.
Chelsea veteran Thiago Silva has been offered a return to his former club Fluminense in the summer.
Manager Jose Mourinho has denied reports that he held talks with Brazil after turning down a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
evening standard
Girona co-owner Pere Guardiola has rubbished speculation that the Girona side will sign Chelsea target Artem Dovvik this month.
Chelsea’s partner club Strasbourg are locked in a race with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign 18-year-old Serbian striker Miloš Lukovic, who is valued at £4m.
athletic
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has told Manchester United staff he is not concerned about making a profit on his investment and just wants to lead the club to winning the biggest trophies again.
Paris Saint-Germain are interested in signing Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has increased the prize money for the winner of the African Cup of Nations to $7 million (£5.5 million).
Ange Postecoglou says he would never object to signing a player for fear of losing him during a mid-season international tournament.
After Fulham’s defeat to Newcastle United, Marco Silva was charged with misconduct by the FA for comments he made about referee Sam Ballot.
daily express
Liverpool are not in “concrete” talks to sign Gonzalo Inacio from Sporting, despite claims to the contrary.
Liverpool could bring Calvin Ramsey back from Preston North End this month after his loan move to the Championship was a hopeless disappointment for the player.
daily records
Furious SFA bosses accused Rangers of putting Willie Collum’s safety at risk by leaking details of the private Hampden clash on a fan-run social media account. It is also understood that despite the tensions, Collum has confirmed that he will return to the pitch on Friday night to take charge of Queen’s Park’s Championship match against Dunfermline. .
Paul Bernardo’s contract with Benfica includes a release clause of £6m, according to reports.
Aberdeen could face a battle to retain striker Luis ‘Duc’ Lopez this winter after reportedly rejecting an initial transfer offer from BSC Young Boys.
Celtic are reportedly in pole position to sign Nottingham Forest defender Scott McKenna on loan before the January deadline.
Hibs head coach Nick Montgomery has admitted he is confident Will Fish will be at Easter Road all season.
scottish sun
Celtic have granted Bucky Thistle’s request for 5,000 tickets to the dream Scottish Cup fourth round match at Parkhead on January 21st.