Top news and gossip from Thursday’s newspapers…
PREMIER LEAGUE
Manchester City midfielder Rudra is said to be insisting on moving to Real Madrid after winning the World Cup with Spain – Daily Mail
Radra’s future may have a direct impact on what happens with Aurelien Chuameni and Edward Comawinga amid interest from several Premier League clubs – Daily Mail
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After the World Cup, which players are the main contenders for the Ballon d’Or?
Any hopes of a move could be affected by reports that the Spain captain is set to undergo surgery on a back injury – Athletic
Liverpool are believed to be leading the race for his signature Bradley Barcolawhich is also related to Arsenal – The sun
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Sky Sports News’ Dharmesh Sheth explains how Arsenal could now be looking to sign PSG’s Bradley Barkola after failing in their pursuit of Morgan Rodgers.
Bruno Fernandez He is expected to confirm his Manchester United future later this month – Daily Mirror
Manchester United are close to completing the double signing of the young starlets David Ez and Karim Kasim from Manchester City – Daily Mail
CHAMPIONSHIP
Wolves were forced to cancel training after the attack Three Arakadars refused to leave despite the boss’s prohibition Cesar Peixoto – Daily Mirror
CHAMPION OF THE WORLD
Argentina coach Roberto Ayala claimed that footage showing him “stuffing” the Spain star Dani Olm after the final of the World Cup there was “more push” – Daily Mirror
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Manchester United young man Tyler Fletcher prefers to stay at Old Trafford this season despite interest from Scotland – Daily Mail
Dundee United are approaching the Ivorian youth Abdullah Yoro – Scottish sun