Top articles in Friday’s newspapers and transfer rumors…
premier league
Arsenal interested in signing West Ham United’s Matheus Fernandes – The Times
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Ian Wright, Roy Keane and Jamie Redknapp discuss David Raya’s ‘title-winning save’ against West Ham
Manchester United and Barcelona to resume talks over Marcus Rashford’s departure next week with a view to sealing a deal – The Independent
Michael Carrick’s agents meet in Carrington as he approaches his bid to become permanent head coach at Manchester United – The Sun
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Casemiro appeared on the Rio Ferdinand Presents YouTube channel to support Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager.
Liverpool defender Joe Gomez once again attracts interest from Milan and Besiktas as he considers options this summer – Daily Mail
Joao Pedro is not for sale this summer and is considered one of Chelsea’s ‘untouchables’ – Daily Mail
Arsenal face battle with Porto if they want to sign midfielder Victor Fromholt this summer – The Sun
Mason Mount determined to remain at Manchester United next season despite limited minutes under manager Michael Carrick – The Sun
A popular Arsenal fans’ podcast is at the center of a legal dispute over claims its founder was left out of his soaring £60,000-a-month income – Daily Telegraph
Chelsea manager search
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Sky Sports’ chief correspondent Kaveh Solhekol takes a closer look at reports linking Xabi Alonso with Chelsea’s vacant managerial role. Is he their biggest target?
Chelsea are considering keeping Xabi Alonso’s preferred structure in place ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City, the Daily Telegraph reports.
Xabi Alonso is Chelsea’s front-runner but wants confirmation before accepting role at Stamford Bridge – The Times
Chelsea players believe Xabi Alonso is the ideal candidate to become the next head coach – The Guardian
spy gate
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EFL releases statement suggesting ‘Spygate’ hearing could lead to ‘changes’ to Championship play-off final
Southampton manager Tonda Eckert and technical director Johannes Spors could face suspension if they are found to have ordered the undercover mission – The Sun
Middlesbrough will return to training on Friday in preparation for a possible play-off final against Hull at Wembley on Saturday week – The Guardian
scottish football
Hearts manager Derek McInnes could still be sanctioned for his comments after Celtic’s last-minute win away at Motherwell, but he will be allowed on the touchline for the final day’s game against Parkhead – Daily Mail
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Hearts manager Derek McInnes was disappointed with the decision to award Celtic a penalty for a handball against Motherwell.
Wilfried Nancy believes his spell at Celtic was a disaster because players refused to try something different – Scottish Sun
Falkirk turn down seven-figure offer from West Bromwich Albion for Bernie Stewart – Daily Record
Stephen Robinson admits Aberdeen are unlikely to sign Lyall Cameron on a permanent basis – Daily Record
