Victor Osimhen will reject Saudi Arabia’s interest and wait for Chelsea’s offer before deciding his future at Napoli – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumors from the Wednesday newspapers …
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Victor Osimhen is ready to reject a move to Saudi Arabia and will first wait for Chelsea to sign before deciding on his future.
Brentford are keen to sign Brazilian prodigy Gustavo Nunes – the 18-year-old left winger has been watched by Chelsea and Manchester United.
DAILY POST
Three other highly-rated Liverpool youngsters – Stefan Bajcetic, Tyler Morton and Ben Doak – could leave the club before the transfer deadline.
Al Ettifaq has started talks with Chelsea over a move for Harvey Vale.
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed his retirement plans to his fans, stating that Al Nassr will likely be the last club of his career.
Oasis will not cast a shadow over the Etihad Stadium, as an ongoing expansion of Manchester City’s stadium ends any hopes of the reformed band playing there next summer.
Anthony Joshua’s upcoming IBF heavyweight title fight with Daniel Dubois could break the UK attendance record.
Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth is said to have discussed a swap deal for Jadon Sancho in meetings on Tuesday. The club are in talks with Chelsea and reports suggest Raheem Sterling could move to Old Trafford.
Andros Townsend has admitted that he does not know which club he belongs to as his new Turkish club Antalyaspor cannot register him due to a transfer ban.
DAILY-EXPRESS
Liverpool are reportedly working to complete the signing of Juventus star Federico Chiesa before the transfer window closes on Friday.
Chelsea have reportedly ended their efforts to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.
Tottenham have been extremely selective in their selection of loan players for highly rated teenager Tyrese Hall this season.
Sandro Tonali wants to repay the trust of coach Eddie Howe and the Newcastle fans by performing like a “new signing” after a ten-month suspension.
Armando Broja’s move to Ipswich Town has stalled due to a training injury.
DAILY MIRROR
World Cup winner Daniele De Rossi almost moved to Manchester City, but the biggest incentive was the fact that he could face the Gallagher brothers from Oasis.
Francis Ngannou insists he learned a lot from his fight against Anthony Joshua – even though he was knocked out after six minutes.
Bayer Leverkusen have made a loan offer for Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton.
The PFA is considering taking action to prevent clubs from moving older players outside the first team into “bomb squads”.
Nottingham Forest have added Brian Brobbey – once linked with Manchester United – to their list of potential striker signings for a transfer fee of around £25 million.
THE SUN
KSI is prepared for Conor McGregor’s wild antics in Dublin – at their last encounter she was challenged to a fistfight.
Amir Khan is selling his luxurious wedding venue after only a dozen weddings took place there, his neighbors claim.
The Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois fight will break the Wembley record of 94,000 fans when the two line up for an all-London heavyweight bout on September 21.
THE TELEGRAPH
Cardiff City questioned security at rivals Swansea City’s stadium after Ollie Tanner suffered a cut to his leg when an advertising board fell on him during the goal celebration in Sunday’s South Wales derby.
England’s leading rugby players spoke on the phone on Sunday to discuss the surprise resignation of defence coach Felix Jones and reaffirm their faith in Steve Borthwick.
The Kansas City Chiefs have released Louis Rees-Zammit as part of the team’s roster reduction ahead of the new NFL season. The former Welsh national team winger is now waiting to see if he will be added to the team’s practice squad.
THE SPORTY
Wolves are close to signing Crystal Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.
Scott McTominay is seeking a personal agreement with Napoli that would virtually seal his move from Manchester United.
Eric Garcia was very successful at Girona last season and Barcelona’s Catalan neighbors are interested in buying Garcia permanently.
Bournemouth winger Jaidon Anthony undergoes a medical before joining Burnley on a season-long loan.
Brazilian Reinier Jesus is expected to leave Real Madrid before the end of the transfer window. Norwich have shown concrete interest in a loan, but there is no agreement on the terms of the purchase option. Another Championship club is considering a possible deal.
Everton are in talks to sign former Nottingham Forest midfielder Orel Mangala from Lyon on a season-long loan.
Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bijlow says his transfer to Southampton fell through due to a problem during a medical.
DAILY RECORDING
Rennes have reportedly agreed to sign Jota on loan from Al Ittihad.
Hull have confirmed the loan of midfielder Gustavo Puerta from German champions Bayer Leverkusen.
Steve Clarke admits he was surprised by Callum McGregor’s decision to retire from the Scottish national team, as he was sure the Celtic captain would continue to play for his country for many years to come.
Barcelona defender Alez Valle is reportedly set to be unveiled as a Celtic player on Wednesday after signing a season-long loan deal.