Top articles in Wednesday’s newspapers and transfer rumors…
premier league
Manchester United will accelerate discussions on release dates for African Cup of Nations players Brian Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Nousair Mazraoui after Monday’s defeat to Everton – Daily Mail
Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Spanish midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza and are considering a possible move for the 20-year-old – Telegraph
Diego Leon and Sekou Kone are two of Manchester United’s young players who could go on loan in January, with Aiden Haven’s situation also likely to be assessed – Daily Mail
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Bad performance or bad tactics? Charlie Austin and Jamie O’Hara debate who made more sense about Manchester United’s defeat to Everton.
Liverpool will have a chance to see how they perform without struggling Mohamed Salah as their African Cup of Nations exit date could be moved earlier than planned – Mirror
Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo’s release clause will be slightly reduced from £65m in January to an even smaller sum next summer, but it will not fall below £50m – Telegraph
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Jamie Carragher has questioned why Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah hasn’t spoken out about the club’s poor form this season.
Nottingham Forest aim to strengthen their defense and midfield squad in January with Brighton’s Jack Hinshelwood targeted – Daily Mail
championship
Sheffield United’s American owner has carried out a bold investigation into a possible takeover of Steel City rivals Sheffield Wednesday – Mirror
european soccer
Jamie Vardy’s Italian villa has been raided by thieves who reportedly stole £80,000 worth of jewelery and watches – The Sun
women’s soccer
The FA has applied to extend Crystal Palace’s Ireland midfielder Lucia Littlejohn’s three-match ban after she was sent off for putting her former teammate Hannah Kane in a headlock and pushing her to the ground.
Tottenham Hotspur have received an apology from WSL Football after TikTok influencer goalkeeper Barry made anti-Spurs comments during the Women’s League Cup draw – The Athletic Reporter
scottish football
Rangers hero Barry Ferguson has not ruled out a return to the club as sporting director – Scottish Sun
