Monday’s newspaper top news and transfer rumors…
transfer
Cristiano Ronaldo has reiterated his ambition to reach 1,000 goals and hinted at the possibility of a return to Europe, Mail Sport reported.
Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, Newcastle and Borussia Dortmund are among the clubs interested in AZ Alkmaar midfielder Keith Smit – The Athletic.
Fulham have reignited their interest in PSV Eindhoven’s American striker Ricardo Pepi.
Ajax have approached Burnley about a possible move for Klindsie Hartmann, with left-back Fabrizio Romano one of their top targets in January.
Antoine Semenyo
Bournemouth expect Liverpool to rival Man City for winger Antoine Semenyo – Mail.
Manchester City are stepping up efforts to sign Semenyo and are expected to hold talks with representatives of the Bournemouth forward within the next 24 hours, The Times reports.
January 1 is seen as a “defining day” for Semenyo’s future, with the Times reporting that he wants to choose his next club before the window opens.
ash
Organizers of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne, which ended on Saturday after just two days, said there had been discussions about players returning for an exhibition match to appease ticket holders and broadcasters (The Times).
According to the Times, Joe Root insisted England’s players remain “absolutely committed” to the current set-up after the overdue Ashes victory in Melbourne eased some of the mounting pressure.
