Plus: Bologna's chief executive denies Riccardo Calafiori's move to Arsenal is imminent; British investment firm ready to rescue Everton from administration threat; Sven-Goran Eriksson says Gareth Southgate's successor does not have to be English; Rangers reignite Morgan Whittaker interest
Saturday 20 July 2024 08:47, UK
The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...
THE MIRROR
Manchester United will only allow Antony to leave on loan if another club is prepared to cover his full pay packet, it has been claimed.
Manchester City must avoid selling potential stars like Cole Palmer and instead offload ageing talent like Kevin De Bruyne and Ederson, says ex-player Bacary Sagna.
Bologna's chief executive has dealt Arsenal a fresh transfer blow as he denied that Riccardo Calafiori's move to the Gunners is imminent.
Liverpool fell to a humbling defeat against Preston North End in a behind-closed-doors friendly, with former Manchester United prospect Robbie Brady putting the Reds to the sword in style.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments about Manchester United looking for the "next Kylian Mbappe" may explain his transfer approach this summer - with the club wasting no time signing younger players.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is prepared to let as many as seven more senior players leave Old Trafford this summer as the club continues its rebuild.
THE SUN
London-based investment firm Vici Private Finance is ready to rescue Everton from the threat of administration.
Sven-Goran Eriksson insists Gareth Southgate's replacement does not have to be English.
Rodri and Alvaro Morata are being investigated by UEFA for their behaviour during the trophy parade for Spain's Euro 2024 win.
DAILY MAIL
Crystal Palace are to set to launch a bid for Arsenal's forgotten man Emile Smith Rowe, as the Eagles look to pip London rivals Fulham to his signature.
World Cup winner and Premier League legend Thierry Henry has emerged as a candidate for the vacant US Men's National Team coaching position.
Manchester United remain hopeful they can sign Paris Saint-Germain attacking midfielder and Dutch international, Xavi Simons, despite him reportedly already agreeing terms with Bayern Munich.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United could give Manuel Ugarte the perfect welcome present if they manage to bring him to Old Trafford this summer.
THE ATHLETIC
Crystal Palace are exploring the possibility of signing Marseille winger Ismaila Sarr with initial talks taking place between the clubs.
The French Football Federation (FFF) says Chelsea have recalled Lesley Ugochukwu from his participation with the France Olympic squad.
West Ham United had a verbal offer in the region of £15m for N'Golo Kante rejected by Al Ittihad on Thursday.
THE TIMES
The FA has taken the unusual step of advertising the vacant England manager's job - and outlined that it expects the successful candidate not only to win a major tournament, but to do so while "inspiring the nation" and having strong personal values.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Eddie Howe has said he will reject any approach from England to replace Gareth Southgate as long as he remains happy at Newcastle.
Leicester City have made a new £21m bid for Juventus winger Matias Soule and are pushing to agree a deal next week.
Chelsea are in the market to sign a new goalkeeper, even though Robert Sanchez is currently in line to start the season as Enzo Maresca's number one.
DAILY RECORD
Rangers have reignited their interest in Plymouth striker Morgan Whittaker.
Ianis Hagi's agent is adamant that Rangers will look to cash in on the midfielder this summer - but has ruled out a switch to the Turkish Super Lig.
Trabzonspor are preparing to return with a second offer for Rangers skipper James Tavernier after seeing their opening bid turfed out by Ibrox chiefs.
SCOTTISH SUN
Rapid Bucharest coach Neil Lennon is closing in on a shock swoop for Celtic stopper Benjamin Siegrist, according to a report.
Celtic have reportedly joined the race for a talented American midfielder Tanner Tessmann, who is wanted by several clubs in Italy this summer.
