Top articles in Tuesday’s newspapers and transfer rumors…
Even if West Ham avoid relegation, Liverpool, Newcastle and Everton are targeting forward Jarrod Bowen, the Daily Mail reports.
Manchester United are considering a move to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who could be available for around £40 million, the Manchester Evening News has reported.
Manchester United are expected to have a busy transfer window, with the club targeting at least five signings, including three central midfielders, a left-back and a striker.
Liverpool are interested in Monaco winger Magnes Akuriosh, with L’Equipe reporting that the France international is worth around £43 million (about €50 million).
The Athletic reports that Chelsea are considering a deal to appoint Xabi Alonso as the club’s new head coach.
Xabi Alonso has emerged as Chelsea’s frontrunner, with the club willing to hand over more control over recruitment to the manager.
Xabi Alonso feels his football would be a good fit for the Chelsea squad, reports The Independent.
Chelsea are reportedly intensifying their search for a new manager after holding talks with Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola.
Oliver Glasner and Filipe Luis are among the head coaches Chelsea are looking for a permanent successor to Liam Rosenior, the Telegraph has reported.
Spygate, VAR and world soccer
Middlesbrough believe their season will not be over even if they lose the Championship play-off semi-final to Southampton, and are seeking the toughest sporting sanctions for spying, including the possibility of expulsion from the play-offs, The Times reported.
Forensic analysis of mobile phones, computers and bank statements could hold the key to finding out whether Southampton are committing systematic espionage against rival teams, the Daily Mail has reported.
The Guardian reports that the Premier League has decided not to expand the scope of VAR next season after discussions with refereeing body Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO).
Many football associations have been affected by price increases when purchasing World Cup tickets for the families and friends of their players, and teams competing in the tournament have been affected by FIFA’s dynamic pricing model (The Guardian).
Real Madrid will likely have to sell players before signing new players, including Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos, The Athletic reports.
golf
The PGA Tour has sought to allay the concerns of Rory McIlroy and his fellow Europeans by assuring them that it will continue to provide financial support to the DP World Tour – The Telegraph.
cricket
Cricket counties will face automatic point deductions for repeated defeats under strict new financial rules to be introduced next season, the Guardian has reported.
