Here’s a summary of Wednesday’s top stories and transfer rumors in the newspapers:
THE SUN has reported that the proposed £500m takeover of Everton by 777 Partners is unlikely to happen. Jose Mourinho, who was sacked by Roma, may be lined up for a new role with Portugal. Other reports include Chelsea’s interest in Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres and Aston Villa star Jhon Duran, as well as Newcastle’s planned move for Atalanta star Ederson.
DAILY MIRROR denies reports that Benfica had talks with Manchester United about the transfer of Joao Neves. Paris Saint-Germain have offered Kylian Mbappe a new contract. Other reports include Barcelona players losing faith in manager Xavi and Joe Cole admitting regret about leaving Chelsea for Liverpool.
THE GUARDIAN says Wolves are considering a move for Armando Broja, and Newcastle may be without Joelinton for the season. DAILY TELEGRAPH reports that former Roma manager Jose Mourinho may be on the market for a new position, and Netherlands’ Saracens hooker Jamie George will be named as England captain for the Six Nations.
EVENING STANDARD reports that West Ham rejected an approach from Marseille for Said Benrahma, and Chelsea ruled out a move for Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres. DAILY MAIL reports that Manchester United has been linked with Matthijs de Ligt and Ronald Araujo, and Arsenal defender Cedric Soares may be a target for Besiktas.
THE TIMES says Nottingham Forest is prioritizing selling players over buying them, and Jordan Henderson may return to England from the Saudi Pro League. THE ATHLETIC reports that Manchester United paid for 56 lawyers to work on their deal with INEOS, and EFL chairman Rick Parry is trying to force out Reading’s unpopular owner Dai Yongge.
DAILY EXPRESS reports Chelsea has been offered Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino, and Aleksandar Mitrovic from the Saudi Pro League. Reports also suggest that Arsenal transfer target Joshua Zirkzee is on Manchester United’s radar. DAILY STAR reports that Manchester United is willing to trade Aaron Wan-Bissaka for Michael Olise. DAILY RECORD mentions that Cameron Carter-Vickers is wanted by West Ham, Nottingham Forest, and Brentford, and Owen Beck may make a move to Celtic.
