Plus: Man Utd have approached Palmeiras for 19-year-old striker Thalys, a report claims; Man City have agreed personal terms with West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta, according to reports; Sassuolo and Cagliari have made Aberdeen star Connor Barron a top summer target
Tuesday 9 April 2024 08:26, UK
The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers...
DAILY STAR
Liverpool are on the brink of securing a three-year deal with Ruben Amorim to replace Jurgen Klopp, according to reports in Portugal.
Manchester United star Casemiro admitted he has "sleepless nights" over the side's inconsistent performances this season.
Liverpool may allow Mohamed Salah to depart the club - and returning CEO Michael Edwards allegedly already has three replacements in mind.
THE TIMES
The British government has issued its support for the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes at the Paris Olympic Games in a letter to Thomas Bach, the president of the International Olympic Committee.
The creation of a rugby union Club World Cup moved one step closer to becoming a reality after European executives signed an initial agreement to start the competition in 2028.
DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo has apologised for his celebration after he scored in his side's draw with Liverpool.
Arsenal will ban any supporter who sells their ticket to Bayern Munich fans ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash at the Emirates.
The British Transport Police are set to have an "enhanced policing presence" ahead of Manchester United's FA Cup semi-final in a bid to avoid any unsavoury clashes with Liverpool fans.
Eilish McColgan made her long-awaited return to action in Paris this weekend - then set her sights on returning to the French capital again for this summer's Olympics.
THE SUN
Manchester United have approached Palmeiras for 19-year-old striker Thalys - who is yet to make his senior debut - a report claims.
Police are throwing the biggest "ring of steel" in 27 years around Saturday's Grand National to protect it from protesters - including having spies in the crowd.
David Beckham's first contract with Manchester United could fetch up to £10,000 at auction, despite the legend earning pittance when he joined as a teenager.
Real Madrid star Dani Ceballos could make a controversial switch to Atletico Madrid this summer, according to reports.
DAILY MAIL
Manchester City have agreed personal terms with West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta ahead of a huge summer move to the reigning Premier League champions, according to reports.
Erik ten Hag has admitted he is weighing up his defensive options following Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Liverpool on Sunday.
THE TELEGRAPH
Newcastle are close to finalising a new contract for Brazil international Joelinton after a series of positive meetings with the player and his representatives.
A rugby fan in Australia has been convicted for abusing match officials online in a landmark court case, following last year's World Cup match between England and Samoa.
LIV Golf representatives have been invited to the Masters for the first time, highlighting the thawing of tensions in the game's great split.
World Rugby has revealed the largest-ever tackle study is currently being conducted across the global game, with 1,300 matches being closely monitored, covering a total of around 200,000 tackles in order to study the effects of lowering the tackle height in the sport.
THE GUARDIAN
West Ham plan to enter the race to sign Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer this summer. The centre-back is out of contract at the end of the season but Fulham hope to keep the 26-year-old, who has been linked with Liverpool, Tottenham and AC Milan.
THE STANDARD
James Maddison says it is "non-negotiable" for Tottenham to qualify for the Champions League and has targeted a title push next season.
THE ATHLETIC
Mikel Arteta has been described as a "leader" by his former Arsenal team-mate and Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry.
DAILY RECORD
Sassuolo and Cagliari have made Aberdeen star Connor Barron a top summer target.
Motherwell are set to beat English Premier League competition to keep Dylan Wells at Fir Park.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Celtic want answers from the SFA over the Rangers VAR penalty in Sunday's epic Old Firm derby.
