The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday’s newspapers…
DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United have made contact with Sevilla to request more information about promising defender Juanlu Sanchez.
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber was involved in an altercation with former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst while on international duty.
Arsenal are reportedly set to turn down any bids for Jorginho after reports Galatasaray were targeting the Italian – as they seek a new midfielder before the Turkish transfer window slams shut next week.
Zinedine Zidane is reportedly one of the names on Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s list to replace Erik ten Hag should the Dutchman get sacked – though Zidane has said no to Manchester United in the past.
Virgil van Dijk has revealed for the first time that he wants to sign a contract extension with Liverpool that will keep him at the top of his game for the next World Cup.
Mohamed Salah would like to stay at Liverpool in order to try and write himself in the club’s history books, according to Ian Wright
Andre Onana has been told he should quit Manchester United if he can’t handle the pressure that comes with the job.
Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has revealed Joshua Zirkzee tried to persuade him to join Manchester United this summer.
THE SUN
Everton takeover bidder John Textor wants to bring in top coach Abel Ferreira if he wins control of the club.
Behdad Eghbali will block any attempt from Todd Boehly to sell his Chelsea stake to outside investors.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Sky Sports News chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol gives insight into a reported rift between Chelsea co-owners Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly
Lee Carsley is now convinced he has what it takes to be England boss – having doubted he could do the job.
Manuel Ugarte has destroyed fears regarding his fitness after his incredible performance for Uruguay.
Ipswich keeper Aro Muric was dismissed from Kosovo duty for ‘breaking team rules’.
Former Arsenal player Rob Holding has deleted all mention of Crystal Palace from his social media after being made to train on his own.
Ex-Premier League star Paulinho broke down in tears as he announced his retirement from football.
Conor McGregor has revealed he went up a shoe size after toe injury but is “well on track” to make December UFC return.
DAILY MAIL
Despite no Premier League action during the international break, embattled Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag still couldn’t escape a defeat. Ten Hag returned to his native Holland where he took the reins of his former club FC Utrecht in a testimonial fixture.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Sky Sports News senior reporter Melissa Reddy says Erik ten Hag retains the full backing of the Manchester United hierarchy despite their poor start to the season
Mario Balotelli was left embarrassed after Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters turned down the chance to sign him. Former Italy international Balotelli is a free agent following the end of his second spell at Turkish club Adana Demirspor.
Neymar has reportedly suffered a setback in his long-awaited return for Al-Hilal.
The deciding factor in Leny Yoro’s decision to join Manchester United was revealed as Real Madrid explained the reasons behind ending their pursuit of the talented youngster, according to reports.
Jarell Quansah revealed his half-time substitution during Liverpool’s opening game of the season against Ipswich was “a kick up the backside”.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Dan Ashworth and other former members of Newcastle United’s recruitment team have been hurt and bemused by claims from new sporting director Paul Mitchell that the club’s transfer structure was “not fit for purpose”.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville assess Newcastle’s transfer window after a frustrating summer for the Magpies
England considered uprooting from Twickenham and relocating to Birmingham during talks about the redevelopment of the home of rugby.
THE ATHLETIC
Fenerbahce have agreed a loan deal with Juventus to sign winger Filip Kostic.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Celtic’s record signing Arne Engels is on his way back early from international duty. And that’s because he’s at the centre of a bizarre Uefa rule meaning he’s suspended – despite never being booked or sent off for Belgium’s senior team.
Steve Clarke has been dealt a major blow as English-born Elliot Anderson confirms he won’t play for Scotland as he reveals ‘final decision’.
Rangers chiefs could be forced to change the name of their new £500,000 sports bar – as a diehard fan has already trademarked it.
