Top Stories and Transfer Rumours from Sunday’s Newspapers: SUNDAY MIRROR
The Sunday newspapers were filled with top stories and transfer rumors that are sure to keep football fans on the edge of their seats. From potential player exodus to managerial moves, here are some of the highlights from the Sunday Mirror, Sunday Telegraph, Mail on Sunday, and more.
Sporting Lisbon is bracing themselves for a player exodus if coach Ruben Amorim decides to leave for Liverpool. Manchester City is already planning for life after Pep Guardiola, with Girona’s Michel Sanchez being considered as a potential replacement. Liverpool star Cody Gakpo is facing accusations of neglect as a landlord, while Barcelona’s Xavi is linked with a move to Ajax.
Amanda Staveley has confirmed that she remains a director of Newcastle United, easing fears of her stepping down. Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal are all interested in Wolves defender Rayan Ait-Nouri. Brentford’s Yoane Wissa was left frustrated after being substituted before completing a hat-trick in their win over Luton Town.
Erik ten Hag is in a power struggle at Ajax, waiting to hear if Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe will offer him a new contract. Newcastle is eyeing a £25m transfer swoop for Juventus center-back Dean Huijsen. Chris Wilder accused his Sheffield United players of giving up in their match against Burnley.
Bayern Munich is closing in on appointing a new manager, with Zinedine Zidane rumored to be the top choice. Luis Enrique feels he has been unfairly targeted by the press throughout his managerial career. Emma Hayes is calling on Chelsea fans to sell out Stamford Bridge for their Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
Bayern Munich has reignited their interest in Frenkie de Jong, while Arsenal is leading the race for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez. Jack Grealish could lead an exodus from Manchester City this summer, and Manchester United owner Avram Glazer has met with former chief Ed Woodward. West Ham almost signed Cole Palmer before Chelsea swooped in, and Stuart Armstrong is set to miss the rest of the season due to injury.
With so much happening in the world of football, fans will be eagerly awaiting the next set of headlines and rumors to emerge.