Key stories and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers... Manchester United is keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Marcos Senesi, who is set to leave the club on a free transfer, ahead of the summer transfer window - as reported by The Mirror. The Red Devils may face significant competition in their bid to appoint Andoni Iraola as their next long-term manager this summer, according to The Mirror. Crystal Palace is also hoping to lure Iraola after his departure from Bournemouth, as stated in The Sun.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth is considering several candidates, including Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna, Rayo Vallecano's Inigo Perez, and Coventry City manager Frank Lampar, to replace Iraola - The i Paper. German manager Marco Rose is currently the top contender to succeed Iraola at Bournemouth, as per The Guardian.
Stream Sky Sports with NOW Download the Sky Sports app Transfer Centre LIVE! Get Sky Sports on WhatsApp Manchester United boss Michael Carrick will be short-handed at centre-back when his team faces Chelsea this Saturday - The Sun. Jadon Sancho may need to accept a substantial wage reduction if he wants to rejoin Borussia Dortmund in the summer - The Mirror.
Bayern Munich has been monitoring Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey, with a potential summer move in mind - The Independent. Aston Villa has become the latest Premier League club to express interest in England goalkeeper James Trafford - Daily Mail. Newcastle has confirmed the signing of highly-rated Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez from Independiente del Valle, who will officially join the Magpies after his 18th birthday - The Independent.
Back Pages reviews the sports headlines from national newspapers every Monday to Friday, live on Sky Sports News from 10:30 pm. Missed the show? Catch up with the Back Pages podcast. Robbie Keane has reiterated his focus on the title fight with Ferencvaros, despite being linked to Celtic - Daily Record.
Xavi is being considered as a replacement for Javier Mascherano, who is leaving Inter Miami - The Sun. New Jersey's NJ Transit plans to charge over $100 for return rail tickets from New York's Pennsylvania Station to MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup games - The Athletic.
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker has stepped down from his role, less than two months before the 2026 World Cup - The Athletic. Brazil's president, Lula, revealed that Carlo Ancelotti sought his advice on selecting Neymar for the World Cup - Daily Mail. England Test captain Ben Stokes has downplayed rumors of a rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, though he acknowledged their working relationship will change this summer - The Independent.
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