Tuesday newspapers (includes West Ham)

[Alan]

BBC A Saudi Arabian delegation is in England to make one last push to persuade Liverpool to sell Mohamed Salah for £200m before the Pro League's transfer deadline on Thursday, with the belief the 31-year-old Egypt forward is open to joining Al-Ittihad. (Mail) Besiktas are close to finalising a deal for Arsenal and Ivory Coast winger Nicolas Pepe, 28, for a nominal fee. (90min) England winger Jadon Sancho, 23, will be frozen out at Manchester United this season unless he finds an escape route in Saudi Arabia, says the club's former defender Rio Ferdinand. (Telegraph - subscription required) Chelsea are considering making a move for Brentford's England striker Ivan Toney, 27, when the January transfer window opens. (Evening Standard) Former Spain defender Sergio Ramos, 37, rejected a late transfer offer from Manchester United before sealing a return to Sevilla. (Sun) West Ham are expected to make a short-term contract offer to England midfielder Jesse Lingard, 30, during the international break. (Mail) Al-Ettifaq are hoping to sign Everton and Jamaica winger Demarai Gray, 27, with the player keen to leave Goodison Park. (90min) Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles, 29, is a target for Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab. The English defender has slipped down the pecking order at St James' Park and could be tempted by the offer of first-team football. (Teamtalk) Anderlecht are closing in on the signature of Kasper Schmeichel, 36, after he left Nice last week. The Denmark goalkeeper attracted interest from Chelsea, Nottingham Forest and Brentford over the summer. (Mail) Manchester United are still trying to sell Dutch midfielder Donny van de Beek, 26, with the Saudi Pro League window closing on Thursday. (Sun) Tottenham and France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, 36, is set to remain at the club until at least January after turning down a host of offers over the summer. (Standard) Sky Paper Talk DAILY MAIL FA chiefs are conscious of the uncertainty and taking seriously the possibility that Gareth Southgate will saunter into the sunset after next summer's European Championship in Germany. The dream appointment of some at the FA is Pep Guardiola - an option officials are open to exploring. Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho's time-keeping is said to have exasperated his bosses as his Old Trafford future is plunged into doubt Chelsea attacker Raheem Sterling's absence from the England squad is set to continue despite the withdrawal of Jack Grealish from the latest international party. Ronald Koeman has led the criticism aimed at Ryan Gravenberch after the new Liverpool midfielder rejected his latest international call-up. Anderlecht are closing on the signature of Kasper Schmeichel after he became a free agent last week. Arsenal hope key midfielder Thomas Partey will be available after the October international break after he suffered an upper leg muscular injury in training last week. THE TIMES Eddie Jones has denied Danny Cipriani's claims that he acted "like a horny teenager" when quizzing the player on his sex life while England head coach. Ludvig Aberg is only three months into his professional career and he has yet to compete in a major tournament, but Luke Donald, Europe's Ryder Cup captain, feels that he has seen enough to be sure that the 23-year-old Swede has the temperament to thrive on golf's biggest stage. Chelsea were poised to sign Club Bruges forward Antonio Nusa on deadline day but that deal fell through when Ian Maatsen decided not to leave on a permanent deal to Burnley. Stadium safety chiefs are to liaise with local government officers in the wake of the concrete crisis in schools, to establish whether there are any issues at grounds around Britain built or updated during the same period. West Ham will make a contract offer to Jesse Lingard during the international break once David Moyes is satisfied in his commitment to the team. THE GUARDIAN Umpires were paid three times more to officiate in the men's Hundred this summer than in the women's Hundred. A club from the Swedish third tier have provoked a philosophical debate with football's rule-makers after devising a cunning way to defeat the offside law. Panama defender Gilberto Hernández has died after being shot in the city of Colón on Sunday, the Panama Football League said in a statement. THE SUN Liverpool have been offered an astonishing £215m for Mo Salah. Saudi representatives from Al-Ittihad have flown into London to make one final crack at landing the Kop ace before their transfer window slams shut on Thursday. Manchester United are still trying to offload two forgotten players - Eric Bailly and Donny van de Beek - according to reports. Formula 1 legend Johnny Herbert said everyone has "lost out" on the absence of "mega star" Michael Schumacher since his tragic skiing accident 10 years ago. Sergio Ramos received an offer from Manchester United over the summer but their proposal of a one-year contract was almost immediately rejected by the legendary defender who has since joined Sevilla. Fulham are the first Premier League club to kick off at new time-wasting rules, questioning PGMOL over the first of two yellow cards given to Calvin Bassey against Arsenal last month because they have images that show Eddie Nketiah was still inside their area at the time of the offence. Eric Ramsay has quit his role as Wales assistant manager after the birth of his second child. Chris Kavanagh has been cleared to return to the Premier League refereeing list after finally passing his fitness test. Double Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty needed stitches in a facial wound suffered during a fight with team-mate Luke Greenback, whose girlfriend was previously in a relationship with Peaty. Olympic chiefs are set to give the green light to cricket being included on the list of sports for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles this week. THE MIRROR Paul Pogba has been handed another injury setback just weeks after making his long-awaited return to action with Juventus. Wales captain Aaron Ramsey has backed international team-mate Brennan Johnson to shine at Spurs following his deadline day move. Barcelona manager Xavi has extended his contract with the club until June 2026, according to reports in Spain. DAILY EXPRESS Chelsea were reportedly offered the chance to sign Manchester United star Jadon Sancho as part of a swap deal in the summer. The agent of Arsenal star Jorginho has rubbished talk of an exit. The Italy international has been linked with a move to Turkish side Fenerbahce. Eric Bailly has reportedly agreed a one-year deal with Besiktas. Turkish outlet A Spor claims the defender is still negotiating with Manchester United to terminate his contract. DAILY TELEGRAPH Manchester United will lose Andre Onana to the Africa Cup of Nations in January if Cameroon qualify for the tournament next week after the goalkeeper confirmed he was coming out of international retirement. Jadon Sancho will be frozen out at Manchester United this season unless he finds an escape route in Saudi Arabia, according to Rio Ferdinand. The Spanish men's football team have expressed their solidarity with the World Cup-winning women's squad by condemning Luis Rubiales' "unacceptable behaviour" in a statement issued while preparing for their return to international competition. SCOTTISH SUN Rangers want answers from the SFA over their disallowed Old Firm goal. Kemar Roofe had a first-half strike controversially chalked off at Ibrox in their 1-0 defeat to Celtic. Daniel Podence looks set to leave Wolves after months of speculation. The Portuguese winger was linked with Celtic during the transfer window as Brendan Rodgers stepped up his chase for a replacement for fellow countryman Jota. Alfredo Morelos has finally found a new club by joining Santos in Brazil. The Colombia international left Rangers upon expiration of his contract at the end of last season. Central Coast Mariners boss Nick Montgomery has emerged as favourite to be named as Hibernian's next manager. EPL Index Report: West Ham Eye Former Star for Imminent Return The Lingard Saga: From City Ground to the Heart of West Ham A Return to West Ham Beckons With the echo of boots at Rush Green training ground, Jesse Lingard’s efforts are attracting attention once more. Following a spell away, West Ham sees promise in the former England international, hinting at a reunion. The anticipation surrounds a possible short-term offer for Lingard during this international hiatus. Yet, like a cautious director of a grand play, manager David Moyes seeks clarity in the script. He yearns for genuine commitment from Lingard before lighting up the stage with a final deal. A Glimpse of the Likely Future The whisper in the corridors suggests an incentivised deal, stretching till season’s end, coupled with an option clause. It comes as no surprise, especially when Moyes’ quest for augmenting the attacking arsenal saw hiccups, with prospective deals for Yuri Alberto and Hugo Ekitike not crossing the finish line. A Journey Filled with Twists Lingard, now without any tether after his Nottingham Forest tenure, carries memories of a year which many might deem forgettable. The stint at City Ground, under Steve Cooper’s guidance, failed to mirror the midfielder’s prior vigour. A barren run of 17 matches without a goal or assist, and just three appearances post-January paints the picture. Yet, it wasn’t Forest’s allure alone that swayed Lingard last summer. A package, rumoured to be worth £200,000 weekly, perhaps played its part. This decision brewed a storm during a match last August at City Ground where Hammers’ faithful expressed their disapproval in a rather dramatic manner. Rekindling Old Flames But before this whirlwind, Lingard once danced on West Ham’s pitch with elegance. Borrowed from Man United in the latter half of the 2020-21 season, he was no less than mesmerising at the London Stadium, with an enviable tally of nine goals and five assists in merely 16 outings. As reported by Daily Mail, if the stars align once again, West Ham might witness the revival of a prodigal talent, hoping for a repeat of past glories.

[Texas Iron]

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[the exile]

I hope Moyes reads that article and takes note of the fact that Soucek hardly features. Probably a forlorn hope.

[Mex Martillo]

Thanks Alan 2:08 Tue Sep 12

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[Alan]

BBC England winger Jadon Sancho, 23, could leave Manchester United after talks with manager Erik ten Hag failed to settle their differences. (Star) Manchester United are considering a move for former Ajax, Aston Villa and Everton winger Anwar El Ghazi. The 28-year-old Dutchman is a free agent after leaving PSV Eindhoven. (Mail) Former Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann and ex-Netherlands and Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal are on the shortlist to succeed the sacked Hansi Flick as Germany manager. (Mirror) Former Bayern Munich and Fulham manager Felix Magath, 70, says he has the credentials for the Germany job. (Sky Sports Germany) Real Madrid are willing to commit £200m to sign Paris St-Germain's 24-year-old France forward Kylian Mbappe. (Mail) Manchester United, who rejected a bid from Arsenal for 30-year-old England goalkeeper Mary Earps, do not intend to sell her before the Women's Super League transfer deadline on Thursday, despite her contract running out next June. (Telegraph - subscription) Chelsea fear 19-year-old Belgium midfielder Romeo Lavia, who joined for £58m last month, will be out for six weeks after he injured an ankle in training. (Mirror) Arsenal, who had a £30m bid for Sporting CP's 19-year-old Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande rejected in the summer, will try again next year. (Record via Metro) Atletico Madrid and France forward Antoine Griezmann, 32, says a move to the United States to play Major League Soccer remains his priority. (Goal) Sky Paper Talk THE SUN Jurgen Klopp is top of Germany's wish list to be their next boss - but the Liverpool manager is set to turn them down. Manchester United new boy Sofyan Amrabat will see his Fiorentina contract automatically extend by a year if the Premier League club do not exercise their buy-option next summer. Gary Lineker has revealed he recommended Emma Hayes to Leicester City's board in the summer to become their new boss. Fernando Santos is reportedly set to be sacked by Poland. Premier League cult hero Bryan Ruiz has been invited to coach at Manchester United as he looks to gain work experience before entering football management. Indycar champion Alex Palou continued his war of words with McLaren after saying he will not be their reseve driver in Singapore this week. DAILY MAIL Manchester United are weighing up a move to sign Netherlands winger Anwar El Ghazi as a free agent amid the uncertainty hanging over Antony and Jadon Sancho. Scotland manager Steve Clarke confirmed his continued interest in capping Elliot Anderson and refused to rule out a move for Harvey Barnes after Tuesday's friendly against England. Manchester United are at an advanced level of negotiations with US technology company Qualcomm over a new shirt sponsorship deal, according to reports. Arsenal are reportedly set to revive their interest in Sporting defender Ousmane Diomande in the January transfer window. The FA is braced for an approach for England U21 manager Lee Carsley should their Irish counterparts decide to sack their senior men's team's boss Stephen Kenny. Eddie Hearn believes Anthony Joshua will finish his boxing career in a blaze of glory by knocking out Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. DAILY STAR Jadon Sancho faces a losing battle to save his Manchester United career. The abandoned non-League clash which Buxton were leading away at Scunthorpe in the 96th minute will be replayed in full. DAILY MIRROR Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists failure in his bid to takeover Manchester United is not an option as he awaits news on the process from the Glazer family. DAILY TELEGRAPH John Terry, the former England and Chelsea captain, is charging fans £100 per autograph and £500-a-head to eat with him on his one-man tour. DAILY RECORD Harry Souttar has confessed his time at Leicester City has been "tough" as he addressed the prospect of a loan exit which didn't come to pass before Deadline Day. Swansea City are set to appoint Aberdeen's Gavin Levey as their new head of youth. SCOTTISH SUN Ryan Kent has been challenged to up his game and reclaim his Fenerbahce spot. Sport Witness “I would stay in England” – South American suggests he regrets leaving West Ham Now retired, Walter López is a name few at West Ham United will likely remember, mostly because he only made six appearances for the club during the 2008-09 season. Five of those were in the Premier League, as he came off the bench each time for a total of 19 minutes of football, while final one was a start in the league cup in a 1-0 loss to Watford. The former West Ham defender has been interviewed by Numero Diez in Italy, a country he spent most of his playing career in, where he was asked about his time with the Hammers. He immediately addressed his lack of playing time with the Premier League club, but made it clear that it’s something he would do all over again. López said: “There is no regret for not having found space, because when I arrived at West Ham, I was very young. Indeed, at the end of the season, during the last day of training, Gianfranco Zola and the sporting director Gianluca Nani asked me if I wanted to renew my contract and stay another year. I had expressed to him my desire to go away to play, and for this reason Nani took me to Brescia. “I have always remained on very good terms with both of them, and, in fact, I was lucky enough to make five appearances in the best league in the world. I’m very happy with the path I have taken and I’m very proud of having arrived there, but if I had to make this choice again, I would stay in England. If I had a client who doesn’t play there and asked me for advice, I would tell him to try his luck in the Premier League.” López had arrived at West Ham on a free transfer from River Plate in Uruguay in September of 2008 and left on a free transfer for CA Cerro in his home country for free in July of the next year. He then went on loan to Brescia and FC U Craiova in Romania before transferring to Peñarol, where a loan to Paraguay for Cerro Porteño took place. López then spent most of his time in Italy with Lecce, Benevento, Spezia, Ternana and Salernitana before finishing his career at Triestina in 2022. Everton News Report: Everton ready to challenge West Ham to sign teenage attacker now Everton are targeting Glentoran’s George Feeney. That’s according to the Belfast Telegraph, who have reported that the Toffees are one of six Premier League clubs chasing the teenager. Feeney, who is only 15 years old, has already featured for the club’s senior team after making his debut last week in their County Antrim Shield win over Crusaders. The forward’s impressive cameo led to him making his first league appearance off the bench in their 4-2 win at Newry City at the weekend. Feeney, who is in the Glentoran Academy and Irish FA JD Academy, has attracted plenty of attention from the English top flight and was reportedly watched by a number of scouts at The Glens’ reserve match against Cliftonville last night. The youngster already has a name to live up to at Glentoran as he is the son of manager and former Northern Ireland striker, Warren. Warren Feeney made 46 caps and scored five times for his country, while Warren Senior played for both Glentoran and the national team in 1976 and George’s great grandfather Jimmy played twice for Ireland – meaning the teenager could be the fourth generation of the family to eventually feature at international level. George Feeney has spoken out about potential move amid Everton interest Speaking to the Belfast Telegraph this summer, the youngest Feeney said: “My grandad is my biggest fan and always going on about playing for Northern Ireland so there’s a big family feel to it. I’m really enjoying the training (at the Academy) which is preparing me for a possible move across the water. “As long as I get a cap I will be happy. It will be four generations of the family playing for Northern Ireland and it will be massive and emotional. My dad always goes on about his career so hopefully I can get more caps than him!” Everton will reportedly compete with Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion, Crystal Palace, West Ham and Sheffield United for the 15-year-old’s signature. Premier League How West Ham trio have filled Rice void Adrian Clarke says form of Edson Alvarez, James Ward-Prowse and Lucas Paqueta means Declan Rice's departure has not been felt West Ham’s brand-new central midfield axis has got off to the perfect start. It was almost impossible for them to replace Declan Rice with one midfielder, but the two players brought in by David Moyes have quickly combined with Lucas Paqueta to great effect, giving the Hammers a dream start to the season While snap judgements should be avoided until a sample size of only 175 minutes together on the pitch grows, Edson Alvarez, James Ward-Prowse and Lucas Pacqueta have undeniably clicked as a unit. In a 3-1 success at Brighton & Hove Albion, they showcased their defensive responsibilities quite brilliantly throughout, performing with discipline and determination. And last time out in a 2-1 win at Luton Town, a match where West Ham had over 61 per cent of possession, their combined quality on the ball came to the fore. It is a well-balanced trio with athleticism, bite, and high levels of technical skill. Ready for City West Ham produced a top-class counter attacking display against a Brighton side who led the pass count 749-208 at Amex Stadium. Working exceptionally hard to protect their goalkeeper, West Ham enjoyed ideal preparation for a match at home to reigning champions Manchester City. Tactically you would expect Moyes to back his players to repeat that collective effort and he now knows he can trust a midfield of Alvarez, Ward-Prowse and Lucas Paqueta in this type of encounter. As shown on their combined defensive chalkboard from the match, they did an outstanding job from deep inside their own half. If they frustrate City early on at London Stadium, belief will grow that they can hold firm before springing dangerous breaks of their own. Tackles won, recoveries, interceptions, blocks & clearances v Brighton Brazilian star Lucas Paqueta has been in scintillating form. His gorgeous left-footed cross for Jarrod Bowen at Kenilworth Road was one of the best assists of the season so far - and his general play has been brimming with enthusiasm and class. Playing to the left of centre, at times mirroring the position Rice occupied, he is doing his best to make sure their former captain’s presence is not missed. Effectively doubling the number of successful ball recoveries Lucas Paqueta makes per 90 minutes compared to last season, the 26-year-old is working exceptionally hard to show he is a reliable team player. He leads the way for ball recoveries and tackles won in the Premier League so far this season. Settling in Ward-Prowse has taken no time at all to settle into his new surroundings at West Ham following his move from Southampton. He has supplied three assists and a goal already and is always looking to get onto the ball. Averaging 42.4 passes per match, Ward-Prowse is taking a lot of responsibility whenever they have possession and his goal at Brighton in Matchweek 3 typified his all-round qualities. Initially Ward-Prowse made a fine interception inside his own half before picking out Michail Antonio with a long pass to spring a turnover attack. And just seconds later, making a lung-busting run to support his striker, Ward-Prowse broke into the box to score from Antonio’s square pass. Alvarez has added experience and aggression to the base of West Ham's midfield. The Mexico international is excellent at screening the back four, and is not afraid to step in and make challenges. When West Ham have been put under pressure the 25-year-old has also acted as an auxiliary central defender to good effect. Dropping back like team-mate Tomas Soucek does, Alvarez has repelled a lot of early-season attacks. No Premier League midfielder has made more clearances per 90 minutes. It is early days, and the might of Man City will greatly test West Ham’s new midfield this weekend, but the early signs are positive. An area many supporters feared would be weakened by Rice’s departure has actually become stronger.

[norwaytips]

Thanks Alan. I can’t see anything wrong with a short term incentive contract, with options for longer terms. He was great last time he was with us, so why not give it a go? It’s a cheap gamble and if he does want to get it back, this will suit him and, dare I suggest it, us too.

[wansteadman]

So Sanchez won't get back in £83m. Greenwood out £50-75m and now Anthony been accused of beating his girlfriend up £85m. That could be £220-235m down the Swanee

[COOL HAND LUKE]

If anyone else is interested in Lingard, I'd step aside and let him get on with it. I reckon he'll be more trouble than he's worth - he doesn't have the same motivating factors he had last time around, and THIS time, all the London nightlife will be open and available to him...

[Mex Martillo]

bill green 3:17 Tue Sep 5

[Lee Trundle]

Galatasaray and Fenerbahce in for LOMBARD, apparently. https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-west-ham-now-in-three-way-race-to-sign-lingard/

[Texas Iron]

CHEERS...

[the exile]

ludo - don't forget to factor in the help they get from dodgy refs.

[bill green]

Thanks Alan 2:52 Tue Sep 5

[Thanks Alan]

Thanks Alan

[ludo21]

Why would anyone in their right mind join Man Utd. They are desperatey trying to offload Bailly and van der Beek and have now also cast Sancho aside, not to mention Maguire etc... it really is a graveyard of lost talent. Player for player I can't think of too many Man Utd players I would fit into our starting XI at the moment. Rashford (at the top of his game) ahead of Benny, just, would be about the only one. Very surprised if they finish in the top six this season.