The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…
ENGLAND
Thomas Tuchel was unhappy with what he saw from Kobbie Mainoo in training in the build-up to the Ghana group game. The Manchester United midfielder was set to feature amid Declan Rice‘s fitness concerns. – Daily Mail
Argentina were stunned by England‘s response to taking the lead in their World Cup semi-final and were shocked by the defensive nature of Thomas Tuchel‘s substitutions. – Independent
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Sky Sports’ Rob Dorsett explains why Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactics, blaming England’s ‘DNA’ for the Three Lions’ World Cup exit.
Some England players believe the tactical changes did not help the team against Argentina. – Daily Mail
Lionel Messi tore England’s failed tactics to shreds with a scathing assessment after Argentina knocked Thomas Tuchel‘s men out of the World Cup. – The Sun
In a now-deleted post, Enzo Fernandez reposted a picture from another page aiming a dig at England featuring himself, Lionel Messi and Leandro Paredes laughing with Oasis hit Wonderwall as the background music. – Daily Mail
Arsenal‘s William Saliba is expected to play no part when France face England this weekend, amid fears he requires back surgery. – The Sun
Chelsea were forced to delete a photograph of Enzo Fernandez from their social media pages on Wednesday evening, amid waves of backlash from English fans. – Football London
PREMIER LEAGUE
Marcus Rashford has turned down offers more lucrative than his current Manchester United terms and his £40m release clause has expired. – The Athletic
Arsenal are showing a strong interest in signing Cardiff City youngster Axel Donczew. – Telegraph
Nottingham Forest have stepped up their pursuit of Fiorentina right-back Dodo. – RTI Esporte
Newcastle have held talks with Brighton over the potential signing of goalkeeper Carl Rushworth. – Daily Mail
Tottenham remain in discussions over the final details of a deal for Manchester City winger Savinho. – Daily Mail
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Sky Sports’ Rob Dorsett explains why Thomas Tuchel has defended his tactics, blaming England’s ‘DNA’ for the Three Lions’ World Cup exit.
Chelsea have rejected two offers from Como for Trevoh Chalobah, with at least two other clubs also interested in the defender. – Football London
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Lawrence Shankland was named Rangers‘ captain for their latest friendly in Spain. – Scottish Sun
Callum Osmand plans to meet with Martin O’Neil to discuss his role at Celtic. – Scottish Sun
