Kobbie Mainoo: England boss Thomas Tuchel was unimpressed by unused Manchester United midfielder during World Cup training - Paper Talk

Plus: Enzo Fernandez deletes post poking fun at England after Argentina's semi-final win over the Three Lions; Marcus Rashford turns down lucrative offers; Arsenal show interest in Cardiff City youngster

Thursday 16 July 2026 22:41, UK

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

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

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