Wayne Rooney is in line for a shock return to management with Blackburn reportedly considering him
The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday’s newspapers…
THE SUN
Wayne Rooney is in line for a shock return to management just four months after being sacked by Plymouth Argyle. Blackburn are reportedly considering him as pressure mounts on boss Valerien Ismael.
Chelsea’s stuttering bid to qualify for the Champions League may not impact Enzo Maresca’s role but it could wipe £70m off his summer budget.
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Tammy Abraham is set to complete a permanent move to AC Milan from Roma in the summer.
Arsenal are reportedly in talks with Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman over a stunning summer transfer.
THE TIMES
Benfica have contacted Bernardo Silva’s representatives over a potential return to the Portuguese club this summer.
The Premier League has acted to close the loophole that caused it to lose a legal case to Leicester City over a Profitability and Sustainability Rules charge.
André Onana is unsure if he will be recalled to the Manchester United starting XI for Thursday’s must-win match against Lyon.
The England lock George Martin is likely to miss the rest of the season as he struggles with injury, casting doubt over whether he will make the British & Irish Lions tour to Australia.
DAILY MAIL
Manchester City are ascertaining the extent of Ederson’s recurring groin injury amid fears the goalkeeper could face weeks on the sidelines.
Andre Onana has been left ‘shocked’ by his wage cut at Manchester United this season and the club ‘cannot afford’ to get rid of the under-fire goalkeeper for less than £26m this summer.
Leeds United have checked on Borussia Monchengladbach captain Julian Weigl.
Xavi Simons has emerged as a target for Manchester United this summer, but Ruben Amorim’s transfer plans are likely to hinge on hitting the Champions League jackpot.
A second senior Football Association executive in a year is making the switch to Saudi Arabia in the long run up to the 2034 World Cup.
Manchester United are looking forward to welcoming Rory McIlroy back to Old Trafford following his triumph at the Masters, although sources say that will depend on the Northern Irishman’s schedule.
Andre Onana wants to stay at Manchester United this summer, despite interest in the Cameroon goalkeeper from Europe and Saudi Arabia.
Bournemouth are to open talks with manager Andoni Iraola over a new contract ahead of interest from Tottenham.
Manchester United fans are exploring legal action after supporters were tear-gassed by French police following the Europa League quarter-final first leg in Lyon on Thursday.
Hopes for a heartwarming homecoming celebration for Rory McIlroy in Northern Ireland after his Masters success could be extinguished.
DAILY MIRROR
UEFA have allowed Real Madrid to close the roof of the Bernabeu for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal.
Tottenham Hotspur’s search for their next manager has been dealt a blow with Bournemouth’s and Fulham’s owners both stressing the importance of their respective bosses.
Alexis Mac Allister has no interest in a move to Real Madrid even if the Spanish giants come for him. The Liverpool star’s father has dismissed any idea that the Argentina midfielder would be keen on a move to Madrid.
Champions League officials were left red-faced on Tuesday evening – after the Europa League anthem was accidentally played before Aston Villa’s quarter-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Andoni Iraola is moving towards committing his immediate future at Bournemouth despite being a candidate for clubs such as Tottenham in the event of a change of manager.
Newcastle United are putting together contingency plans for being without Eddie Howe for the rest of the season as he recovers from pneumonia.
THE GUARDIAN
Senior figures at Red Bull held crisis talks after the Bahrain Grand Prix finished with a deeply dissatisfied Max Verstappen languishing in sixth place.
Bournemouth’s owner, Bill Foley, is planning contract talks with Andoni Iraola next week and there is Âgrowing confidence at the club that the in-demand head coach can be persuaded to stay.
THE ATHLETIC
Everton women’s head coach Brian Sorensen is in advanced talks over a new contract.
Kylian Mbappe will be suspended for one LaLiga match after being shown a straight red card in Real Madrid’s victory at Alaves on Sunday.
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer will not be fit to return for his side’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Inter.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United won’t receive a loan fee from Real Betis in exchange for Antony’s services due to the amount of games the winger has now played for the Spanish club.
DAILY RECORD
Glasgow’s three professional women’s clubs could be set to share a stadium in the near future with SFA president Mike Mulraney reportedly initiating talks over a ground-breaking move.
Olympiacos will not be taking up their option to sign Celtic winger Luis Palma on a permanent deal next summer – according to a report.
Alex McLeish has for the first time revealed how he took a call from his old mentor Sir Alex Ferguson sounding him out over a move for Barry Ferguson – to replace Roy Keane in the Manchester United engine room.
Hearts are set to appoint Laurie Ellis from Rangers as their new head of academy.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Celtic and Rangers have joined the race to sign Crystal Palace whizkid Jesse Derry. The Eagles starlet, 17, is out of contract this summer after rejecting a professional deal at Selhurst Park.
Charlie Mulgrew has admitted quitting his first managerial job was a weight off his shoulders. The former Celtic and Scotland defender left Kelty Hearts after just 11 games and has now admitted management simply isn’t for him
A Rangers fan who threw a bottle on the pitch during an Old Firm game has been fined £320.
