Chelsea not planning to sack Liam Rosenior if they miss out on Champions League – Paper talk and football transfer gossip
The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday’s newspapers…
Premier League
Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali would prefer a return to Italy amid interest from Manchester United in a summer move – talkSport.
Liam Rosenior’s position as Chelsea head coach is currently viewed as being secure even if the club miss out on qualifying for the Champions League – Telegraph.
Eddie Howe has Newcastle United’s full support despite unrest among the club’s fans, and the head coach will play a key role in a planned rebuild this summer – Times.
Crystal Palace are considering a surprise move for Andoni Iraola as they step up their search for a new manager this summer – Telegraph.
Manchester United want their new 100,000-capacity stadium ready in time to host matches at the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
Benjamin Sesko’s agent has hit out at the Manchester United striker being branded a “super sub” – Sun.
International football
Theo Walcott has told Max Dowman to snub Thomas Tuchel if he calls up the Arsenal teenager to this summer’s World Cup – Mirror.
Scottish Premiership
Kyle Lafferty says he would be cheering on Hearts to win the Scottish Premiership if he was not a Rangers fan – Daily Record.
Cricket
England opener Ben Duckett says he is pulling out of the IPL to save his career – Telegraph.