The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers…
PREMIER LEAGUE
Manchester City midfielder Rodri is said to be pushing for a move to Real Madrid after winning the World Cup with Spain – Daily Mail
Rodri’s future could have a direct impact on what happens with Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga amid interest from several Premier League clubs – Daily Mail
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Any hopes of a transfer move may be impacted by reports that the Spain captain is set to undergo surgery on a back injury – The Athletic
Liverpool believe they are in the driving seat in the race to sign Bradley Barcola, who is also linked with Arsenal – The Sun
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Sky Sports News’ Dharmesh Sheth explains how Arsenal could now look to get PSG’s Bradley Barcola after failing in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers.
Bruno Fernandes is expected to confirm that he is pledging his future to Manchester United at the end of this month – Daily Mirror
Manchester United are close to completing the double signing of youth starlets David Eze and Karim Cassim from Manchester City – Daily Mail
CHAMPIONSHIP
Wolves were forced to cancel training after forward Tolu Arokodare refused to leave despite being banned by boss Cesar Peixoto – Daily Mirror
WORLD CUP
Argentina coach Roberto Ayala claimed that footage showing him ‘punching’ Spain star Dani Olmo after the World Cup final was ‘more of a push’ – Daily Mirror
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Manchester United youngster Tyler Fletcher prefers to stay put at Old Trafford this season despite interest from Scotland – Daily Mail
Dundee United are closing in on Ivory Coast youngster Abdoulaye Yoro – The Scottish Sun
