Arsenal Engage in Contract Discussions with Arteta

The latest news and transfer rumors from Friday's newspapers are as follows: Arsenal has initiated contract extension talks with Mikel Arteta, which are reportedly progressing in a positive direction. Arteta is seeking assurances of continued support from the club. Meanwhile, Arsenal is open to listening to offers for academy players Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri. Hamburg is planning to discuss a potential permanent transfer for Fabio Vieira with Arsenal. The Back Pages podcast provides a review of the sports headlines from national newspapers, available on Sky Sports News and as a podcast. Morgan Rogers is expected to be in high demand this summer, with Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain potentially involved in a near-£100m bidding war. Bayern Munich may also compete for Rogers. Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea have renewed their interest in Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers. Liverpool owners believe Arne Slot will lead the club next season despite recent setbacks. Eddie Howe has received private assurances about his position as Newcastle United head coach. Harry Maguire anticipates Manchester United will be active in the transfer market this summer. Liverpool is considering attacking players, including Yankuba Minteh, as potential successors to Mohamed Salah. Nottingham Forest expects offers for England midfielder Elliot Anderson before the 2026 World Cup, with Manchester City and Manchester United interested. Former Open champion Mark Calcavecchia was asked to leave Augusta National due to a reported violation of the 'no mobile phone' policy. Stuart Hogg, the former Scotland rugby captain, has been banned from contacting his former wife by a Scottish court.