Top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers and media round-ups.
MANCHESTER UNITED
– Manchester United are reportedly exploring a summer exchange that would send Joshua Zirkzee to Atalanta as part of a deal to bring midfielder Ederson to Old Trafford.
– Borussia Dortmund are said to be considering a third bid for Jadon Sancho as his Manchester United future remains uncertain.
– United are also willing to part with Manuel Ugarte this summer as they plan to reinforce midfield with two new signings.
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PREMIER LEAGUE
– Lee Andrews, husband of Katie Price, claims he is attempting to buy a majority stake in Chelsea.
– Borussia Dortmund have reportedly shut down a possible Newcastle route for Nick Woltemade.
– Manchester City have joined other European clubs in the race to sign highly rated 16-year-old German prospect Kennet Eichhorn, according to Fabrizio Romano.
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
– Rangers forward Ryan Naderi is awaiting scan results on an injury that could rule him out for the season.
– Celtic face fresh fitness concerns after Colby Donovan picked up a knock in their 2-1 victory at Dundee and another player was sent for assessment.
EUROPEAN FOOTBALL
– Luis Díaz says his move from Liverpool to Bayern Munich last summer was the right choice for him.
– Benfica manager José Mourinho is reportedly interested in signing former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst.
WORLD CUP
– Luis Suárez, who retired from international duty in 2024, says he is open to a Uruguay return at 39 and would never turn his back on his country.
CRICKET
– The Marylebone Cricket Club is facing criticism from some members over an exhibition of Syrian paintings displayed in the Lord’s Pavilion.
That covers the main headlines and transfer chatter from Thursday’s papers and outlets.