Harry Maguire linked with Saudi Arabia move - Paper talk and football transfer gossip
Latest from Wednesday's papers: Manchester United will undergo a full recruitment process for their next manager and consider all available options, despite Michael Carrick's stunning start; Rafa Benitez is facing early dismissal as Panathinaikos manager
Tuesday 17 February 2026 23:30, UK
The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...
PREMIER LEAGUE
Harry Maguire is keen to extend his stay at Old Trafford - but he is now wanted by his former Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers at Al-Qadsiah - The Sun
Manchester United will undergo a full recruitment process for their next manager and consider all available options, despite Michael Carrick's stunning start in the job putting him in the frame for the role - Daily Telegraph
Wayne Rooney has claimed that Liverpool boss Arne Slot lacks the requisite aura to successfully lead the Anfield club, despite the Dutchman winning the Premier League title last season - Daily Mirror
Manchester United have no intention of re-negotiating a transfer fee for Marcus Rashford with Barcelona - Daily Mirror
Rafa Benitez is facing early dismissal as Panathinaikos manager after a hapless start in Greece that has seen tensions rise in the dressing room - The Sun
WOMENS FOOTBALL
Birmingham City have sold their women's team to their ownership group, Shelby Companies Limited and ex-England and Strictly Come Dancing champion Karen Carney and former tennis world No 1 Kim Clijsters have joined as minority investors - Daily Telegraph
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SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Rangers have stepped up their interest in Dundee defender Luke Graham - Scottish Sun
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill could consider staying around to help the Hoops retain their title should he lead them to another Scottish Premiership title - Scottish Sun
