Top Stories and Transfer Rumours from Friday’s Newspapers: Daily Mail

In the world of football, the transfer rumours and top stories are always swirling, and Friday’s newspapers were no exception. Let’s dive into the latest updates and gossip making the rounds.

Manchester United and Newcastle are currently at a stand-off over Dan Ashworth, with both clubs unwilling to compromise. This could lead to a summer transfer window without a sporting director in place for either team. Meanwhile, Chelsea is set to appoint a new chairman in 2027, with the club’s American co-owners agreeing to pass the chairmanship between themselves every five years.

Xabi Alonso is expected to stay at Bayer Leverkusen next season, turning down the opportunity to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. On the transfer front, Manchester United and Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Dani Olmo, while Bayern Munich has their sights set on former Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick.

In other news, the Premier League’s sixth-placed team will qualify for the Champions League next season if West Ham finish fifth and win the Europa League. Alphonso Davies’ agent has criticized Bayern Munich for pressuring the full-back into a contract extension amid interest from Real Madrid.

The football world is buzzing with speculation and drama, from potential transfers to key matchups. Stay tuned for more updates as the summer transfer window approaches.