The top stories and transfer rumors from Wednesday’s newspapers…
THE GUARD
Jonathan David is the subject of a Premier League battle with Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham and West Ham all interested in the Canadian forward.
Manchester United are moving their women’s team to portable buildings at the Carrington training complex this season, allowing the men’s team to use the facilities during renovation work.
Historic Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem are in danger of going bankrupt after their professional football license was revoked for failing to submit the correct documentation before last week’s deadline.
DAILY MAIL
According to reports in Spain, Barcelona have held talks with Hull City over a shock move for young forward Jaden Philogene.
Germany’s Euro 2024 plans have been affected by what is being called a “mosquito infestation” at their Herzogenaurach training base, requiring more work than is ideal to do indoors.
Former Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi has retired from professional football and is now a member of the German under-17 coaching staff.
THE SUN
Manchester United could join the race to sign Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin if they fail to complete a deal for Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee.
Nottingham Forest are preparing a sensational transfer for former striker Michail Antonio, who is also attracting interest from German side RB Leipzig.
Talking sport
It is being reported that Arsenal have slapped a £50million price tag on striker Eddie Nketiah.
DAILY TELEGRAM
British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell will have complete freedom of selection for next summer’s tour of Australia, with no pressure to select players from all four home countries or restrictions on those playing in France, creating the opportunity to to select his son Owen.
DAILY MIRROR
According to reports, German police are investigating an incident where a Croatian fan was bitten by another fan as supporters fought over Luka Ivanusec’s shirt after the 1-1 draw against Italy.
THE TIMES
John McEnroe believes that the fifth set should be abolished at Wimbledon and other Grand Slam tournaments and replaced with tiebreaks of up to 10 points.
DAILY RECORD
Jack Butland will be appointed captain of Rangers when James Tavernier leaves Ibrox this summer, possibly for a reunion with Steven Gerrard at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq.
Sead Haksabanovic’s unhappy spell at Celtic is coming to an end after a deal was reached to send the Montenegro international to Swedish champions Malmö.
Ross County are considering a move for midfielder Charlie Telfer, who will be a free agent after the end of his contract with Airdrie.
When does the summer transfer window open and close?
The Summer transfer window 2024 in the Premier League and the Scottish Premiership has officially opened.
The window closes on August 30 at 11pm UK time in England and 11.30pm in Scotland.
The Premier League and the Scottish Premiership have brought forward Deadline Day to align with the other major leagues in Europe. The cut-off dates were set after discussions with the leagues in England, Germany, Italy, Spain and France.
