The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…
WORLD CUP
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is once again under pressure after calls from 72 European lawmakers for a formal investigation to be launched following the Folarin Balogun scandal – Daily Express
Donald Trump’s World Cup chief, Andrew Giuliani, has admitted that the scandal surrounding Folarin Balogun’s red card may have distracted the USMNT ahead of their humiliating loss against Belgium – Daily Mail
Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg in the United States’ 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16 on Monday, US Soccer announced – The Guardian
England winger Anthony Gordon has revealed he took Mexico boss Javier Aguirre’s foul-mouthed rant as a “compliment” – Daily Mirror
PREMIER LEAGUE
Arsenal are expected to test Newcastle’s resolve with a first official bid for Bruno Guimaraes – The Standard
Manchester United are continuing to be linked with a move for West Ham ace Crysencio Summerville as the Red Devils press on with bolstering their midfield options – Daily Express
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Barry Ferguson has urged Rangers to bring Vaclav Cerny back to Ibrox – IF the Czech winger is up for grabs – Daily Record
Cameron Carter-Vickers insists Celtic must revamp their squad this summer – The Scottish Sun
WORLD FOOTBALL
Jurgen Klopp is reportedly closing in on a sensational return to management with Germany after talks over a blockbuster deal gathered pace – The Sun
Lamine Yamal says he hopes to see Julian Alvarez complete a summer transfer move to Barcelona as the forward is a ‘top player’ and would be a ‘great fit’ at the Camp Nou – The Metro
