Joe McConnell
The most important news and transfer rumours published in Wednesday’s newspapers…
DAILY MAIL
Manchester United have reignited their interest in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong after an initial £42.7m bid was rejected, but the La Liga giants are reportedly keen to sell.
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone was stripped of his number 1 shirt ahead of kick-off in the Premier League.
Alejandro Garnacho has asked for a short rest period after the Copa America victory and to return to Carrington early in a bid to be fit for the Community Shield at Wembley.
Atletico Madrid have reportedly opened talks with N’Golo Kanté’s side after stumbling across transfer negotiations for Conor Gallagher.
Michael Appleton returns to Manchester United to take up the role of loan manager.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
At least five Premier League players have been approached by scammers, according to a whistleblower who has worked with the top flight and the Football Association.
Leicester’s bitter row with the Premier League over an alleged breach of financial controls is likely to drag on into next year.
THE SUN
Newcastle United will make a one-off investment to solve their St James’ Park expansion dilemma.
Ben Chilwell is weighing up his options at Chelsea ahead of the final few weeks of the transfer window.
Liverpool are still open to selling Wataru Endo and Celtic are keeping an eye on the player.
Super agent Jorge Mendes has arrived in England for talks with Manchester United regarding the stalled transfer of Manuel Ugarte.
Jamie Vardy has been offered the chance to reunite with Dean Smith this summer at Charlotte FC.
THE ATHLETIC
Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal says the current football schedule is “harming” players ahead of Wednesday night’s UEFA Super Cup.
Tim Ream is targeting a spot on the U.S. national team for the 2026 World Cup after completing his MLS return with Charlotte FC.
THE INDEPENDENT
Arsenal and Real Sociedad remain far apart on the structure and size of the deal over the proposed transfer of Mikel Merino, in a deal that could still be concluded at the end of the season.
Brentford are still targeting at least £60m for Ivan Toney this transfer window, although interested clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United could still test that position with loan offers with an obligation to buy towards the end of the transfer window.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United transfer target Manuel Ugarte has reportedly been left out by Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique during recent training matches.
EVENING STANDARD
Carlo Ancelotti has denied rumours that Vinicius Jr could leave Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia.
Brentford’s move for Napoli midfielder Jens Cajuste has come to a standstill.
THE TIMES
Premier League clubs considering suing Manchester City for compensation over 115 alleged rule breaches may have to file a legal challenge before the outcome of the case is known due to time constraints.
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The Times’ Martin Hardy and the Daily Mail’s Heather Dewar discuss the news that Manchester City’s hearing has been brought forward to next month.
The Premier League has launched an X account that will provide fans with “near-live” feedback from Stockley Park on refereeing and VAR decisions for the 2024-25 season.
Tom Daley is in line to receive a knighthood in the New Year’s Honours list after announcing his retirement from diving on Monday.
Two boxing officials from Kazakhstan, who had supervised about 50 bouts at the Olympics, were removed from the referee and judge selection panel midway through the tournament.
DAILY RECORD
Ianis Hagi could miss out on an international future if he decides to stay at Rangers due to a clause in his contract.
Millwall are poised to win the race to sign Celtic midfielder Daniel Kelly.
SCOTTISH SUN
According to sources in his homeland, Gustaf Lagerbielke has rejected a move to Champions League hopefuls Malmö.
According to rumours, Rangers are considering the possibility of purchasing Malian international striker Mahamadou Diarra.
