The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday’s newspapers…

THE SUN

Arsenal are weighing up whether to make a £70million move for Benjamin Sesko in the January transfer window, or land a short-term loan deal.

Out-of-work football boss Wayne Rooney is said to be in negotiations to be a pundit on Match of the Day.

DAILY EXPRESS

Manchester United are set to enter the race to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jamie Gittens but face a battle to sign the English winger.

DAILY MAIL

Erling Haaland’s gigantic, nine-and-a-half-year contract is the most lucrative handed to a player in the history of football – although it falls short of netting him £1m a week.

The prospect of a new, 100,000-capacity Old Trafford – and the demolition of Man Utd’s historic home – has taken a major step forward after a task force delivered its recommendations.

Louis Rees-Zammit has an offer on the table to rejoin the Jacksonville Jaguars as the rugby star-turned-NFL-hopeful ponders his next move.

AC Milan are hopeful of wrapping up the signing of Man City’s Kyle Walker after further talks on Friday.

Novak Djokovic has warned fans are overstepping the mark after riding an emotional rollercoaster through to a mind-boggling 67th Grand Slam second-week appearance.

Man Utd are continuing to rebuff approaches from Napoli for Alejandro Garnacho but Chelsea have also made early soundings.

Robin van Persie’s ‘illogical’ tactical gamble failed to pay off as his SC Heerenveen side crashed out of the KNVB Cup at the hands of amateur opponents. The head coach, who took charge in May 2024 in his first managerial role, brought on goalkeeper Andries Noppert to deal with Quick Boys’ aerial threat but an error from the substitute saw him give away a penalty, from which the hosts equalised.

DAILY MIRROR

Sergio Perez’s father has hinted that he could make the switch to Formula E following his Formula 1 exit.

Tyson Fury must end his retirement by next month to set up an all-British showdown with Anthony Joshua, according to Eddie Hearn.

AC Milan have decided against signing Marcus Rashford after holding talks with the wantaway Manchester United forward’s representatives.

Arsenal are close to discovering whether they have won the race for Norwegian wonderkid Sverre Nypan.

Napoli have agreed to turn their attentions elsewhere after failing with a bid for Alejandro Garnacho, it has been claimed, though Chelsea could yet offer him an exit route.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s frustrations were plain to see on Thursday night, with the Manchester United part-owner seen reacting to tough moments for big-money pair Antony and Leny Yoro.

THE TIMES

Mikel Arteta is ready to bring forward his summer transfer plans after Arsenal stepped up interest in signing Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig this month.

England will stay at a five-star £800-a-night Zurich hotel as they prepare to defend their Women’s European Championship title this summer.

The RFU has employed the help of a crisis management company to help it survive the reputational damage of its pay and bonus row.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Manchester City are pushing to sign Jule Brand from Wolfsburg this month as they look to chase down Chelsea in the Women’s Super League title race.

Manchester United are ready to play hardball over the future of Alejandro Garnacho with Napoli and Chelsea seeking reassurances about the winger’s temperament.

DAILY STAR

Max Verstappen is reportedly wanted by Aston Martin who have made a promise to investors about the four-time Formula One world champion.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given the go-ahead for a sensational move for Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres.

DAILY RECORD

Rafael Fernandes has reportedly touched down in Scotland to get a loan move to Rangers over the line.

SCOTTISH SUN

Kelty Hearts have filled Michael Tidser’s position as manager – with another ex-Celtic star Charlie Mulgrew.

Former Rangers star Glen Kamara is now out of the picture at Rennes just six months on and has been told to find a new club.

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