Diego Costa: Wolves consider swoop for Atletico Madrid striker - Paper Talk
Wednesday 30 December 2020 23:14, UK
Back-page headlines and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...
THE TIMES
Wolves have been put on alert after Diego Costa agreed to end his contract at Atletico Madrid and become a free agent from January.
The Premier League is to roll out increased testing among all clubs from January in a direct response to the increase in Covid-19 cases.
Liverpool have bolstered their medical department with the appointment of Dr Andreas Schlumberger in a newly created specialist position as head of recovery and performance.
Allan Saint-Maximin, the Newcastle United winger, is still struggling to recover from coronavirus and is a number of weeks away from returning to full fitness, according to Steve Bruce.
LONDON EVENING STANDARD
Tottenham's January window is set to be dominated by Dele Alli's future, with the England international expected to leave the club after falling out of favour under Jose Mourinho.
RB Leipzig have confirmed Tottenham's interest in Marcel Sabitzer.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS
Manchester United have seen the best from Paul Pogba since his agent Mino Raiola's controversial transfer comments at the start of the month, according to Phil Neville.
LIVERPOOL ECHO
Mario Gotze has admitted his Jurgen Klopp regret and explained how the Liverpool manager is different to Manchester City counterpart Pep Guardiola.
Fabinho has revealed how his move to Liverpool was a pivotal moment in his career as he laid out his ambitions for further Anfield success.
Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has reaffirmed his interest in Everton's Yannick Bolasie ahead of the January transfer window opening.
DAILY MAIL
The English Football League is ready to tighten its protocols and instruct clubs to close all indoor areas at training grounds amid growing concern about the spread of coronavirus.
Newcastle manager Steve Bruce has set his sights on bringing in Manchester United left-back Brandon Williams in January.
Marcos Alonso looks like he has played his last game for Chelsea after being frozen out of the first-team squad ahead of the January transfer window opening on Friday.
Inter Milan boss Antonio Conte will reportedly attempt to help push through a potential swap deal between Christian Eriksen and PSG star Leandro Paredes at a meeting with club chiefs on Wednesday.
Joel Matip had a scan on Tuesday to determine the severity of the groin issue that once again leaves Liverpool facing a defensive injury crisis.
Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal's recent improvement will not alter his January transfer window plans.
Mauricio Pochettino is set for his long-awaited return to football with Paris Saint-Germain - and will immediately weigh up a loan move for Dele Alli.
Georginio Wijnaldum is eager to stay at Liverpool but wants a salary that reflects his key role within Jurgen Klopp's side, according to reports.
Manchester City are undergoing three rounds of additional coronavirus testing in the hope of avoiding a second Premier League postponement in under a week.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Premier League clubs have discussed a two-week "cooling-off" break in the season next month over fears of Covid-19 outbreaks causing chaos.
Arsenal are interested in signing Real Madrid midfielder Isco on loan for the rest of the season.
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Gloucester chief executive Lance Bradley warns the government's sports bailout will save clubs from going under but will not be a panacea for all the Premiership's financial difficulties.
Doncaster midfielder Ben Whiteman has Queens Park Rangers and Preston North End among the clubs looking to sign him in January.
Grimsby centre-back Matty Pollock has been watched by clubs in the Premier League and Championship after his displays in League Two this season.
The sport and physical activity sector have warned of a stark "cliff-edge moment" ahead of new Covid-19 restrictions that are expected to shut more of the country's gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools.
THE SUN
Crystal Palace are bracing themselves for another big Euro swoop for Wilfried Zaha if Mauricio Pochettino becomes Paris Saint-Germain boss.
Wolves reportedly face competition from AC Milan for Real Madrid striker Luka Jovic.
DAILY STAR
Arsenal are looking to land Sevilla star Joan Jordan in the January transfer window to alleviate Mikel Arteta's woes.
Manchester City are bracing themselves for more positive cases of Covid-19 among players and staff that will leave their season in danger of being ruined.
Marcelo Bielsa has reportedly urged Leeds United chiefs to secure a double deal for Fiorentina duo Erick Pulgar and Christian Kouame next month.
Premier League bosses have no intention of suspending the season - despite a spike in Covid-19 causing chaos throughout the game.
DAILY MIRROR
Lionel Messi's situation at Barcelona was made worse by the Covid-19 pandemic and mismanagement at the Nou Camp, according to presidential candidate Joan Laporta.
DAILY RECORD
Rangers youngster Josh McPake is set to sign for Harrogate Town when the January transfer window opens.
Aberdeen outcast Ronald Hernandez is set to seal a deal with MLS side Atlanta United after finally being reunited with his family in South America.
SCOTTISH SUN
Jack Ross insists it would take a 'head-turning' offer for Hibs to consider selling top scorer Kevin Nisbet in the January window.
THE GUARDIAN
Despite increasing pressure, the Premier League and Football League have played down concerns the season may have to be put on hold because of the sharp rise in coronavirus cases, which has led to nearly 50 matches being postponed since Christmas.
