Arsenal Engage in Contract Discussions with Arteta

Friday's newspapers feature several significant stories and transfer rumors. Arsenal has initiated contract extension talks with Mikel Arteta, with reports indicating a positive direction. Arteta seeks assurances of the club's continued support. Meanwhile, Arsenal is open to listening to offers for academy players Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri. Hamburg plans to discuss a permanent transfer for Fabio Vieira with Arsenal. The Back Pages podcast provides a comprehensive review of sports headlines from national newspapers. Morgan Rogers is anticipated to be in high demand this summer, with Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain potentially involved in a near-£100m race. Bayern Munich may also rival these clubs for the Aston Villa midfielder. Other news includes Eddie Howe receiving private assurances about his position as Newcastle United head coach, Liverpool owners believing Arne Slot will lead the club next season, and Harry Maguire expecting Manchester United to be active in the transfer market. Liverpool is considering attacking players, including Yankuba Minteh, as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah. Nottingham Forest has not received formal bids for Elliot Anderson but anticipates offers before the 2026 World Cup. Former Open champion Mark Calcavecchia was asked to leave the Augusta National grounds 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.